British Curriculum International Schools in Maldives
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British-curriculum international schools in the Maldives most commonly deliver the Cambridge pathway (Cambridge IGCSE followed by Cambridge International AS/A-level) and sometimes offer Pearson Edexcel options, with teaching delivered primarily in English while national subjects such as Dhivehi and Islamic studies are retained. Published tuition varies by age and school; recent published examples show annual fees from the low tens of thousands of rufiyaa for younger grades up to around MVR 140,000 a year for older secondary places, so budget for registration fees, deposits, uniforms and examination charges as well as tuition. The national academic calendar has recently moved back to a January-start cycle, and schools typically ask families to apply before term begins and to pay a registration fee and security deposit on acceptance. Most English-medium international schools are concentrated in Malé and Hulhumalé, boarding places are uncommon, and relocating families should plan logistics around city living, daily transport, visas and private health insurance.
What does "British curriculum" typically mean in the Maldives?
In the Maldives a British-style offer most often means schools follow the Cambridge international pathway (IGCSE at about 14 - 16 and Cambridge International AS/A-level at 16 - 18); some schools also use Pearson Edexcel exam suites. These are internationally recognised external examination routes and are usually taught in English, with local subjects kept to meet national requirements.
Which ages and stages do these schools cover?
British-curriculum schools commonly cover primary years through to secondary, preparing younger pupils through primary key stages and older pupils for IGCSEs (generally taken at ages 14 - 16) and AS/A-levels (16 - 18). Exact year-group names and the point at which external examinations are set vary by school, so check each school’s published stage map when enquiring.
How much should we expect to pay?
Published tuition at British-style and international schools in Malé and Hulhumalé varies by grade and provider; recent school fee schedules show annual tuition examples ranging from roughly MVR 60,000 a year in some lower secondary places to around MVR 140,000 for older secondary students, with separate registration, security deposit and activity charges also common. Always ask a school for a full fee schedule that lists what is and is not included (textbooks, uniforms, exams and clubs) before agreeing to enrol.
When does the academic year run and when should we apply?
The national academic calendar has been adjusted back to a January-start cycle, so many schools set term dates around the Ministry’s calendar; individual schools publish exact term-start dates and mid-term breaks. Families relocating should contact schools well before their intended start term - many providers require a registration fee and a deposit on offer of a place and places can fill in advance.
What languages and national requirements should we expect?
Instruction in British-curriculum schools is primarily in English, but most schools include national subjects required by the Maldivian education authorities such as Dhivehi language and Islamic studies; expatriate pupils may sometimes be exempted from some national-language requirements depending on the school. Check each school’s language policy and any exemptions for international students when you enquire.
