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Affordable International Schools in Malta

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About international schools in Malta

Malta’s affordable international-school sector is compact and predominantly English-medium, with many independent schools offering the British curriculum (IGCSE/A-level pathways) and a smaller number running the International Baccalaureate or American-style programmes. Annual tuition for many international and independent schools commonly falls in a band roughly around €5,000 - €15,000 for typical year groups, though exact charges and extra levies vary by school and by age. The Maltese school year runs broadly from September to June, so families usually apply for September entry in the months before the summer break, but some schools also accept mid-year intakes and keep waiting lists. Parents should expect day-to-day instruction in English in international schools while Maltese is a statutory language of the island’s state and church sectors, and they should check each school’s published fees, additional charges and admissions criteria before applying.

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At a glance 7 schools · avg fee EUR 7,830
Schools listed
7
Curricula
9
Average annual fee
EUR 7,830
Fee range
EUR 270 – 17,100
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size
923 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Chiswick House School and St Martin's College - L-Imsida
Oldest
Chiswick House School and St Martin's College - L-Imsida (1905)
With boarding
1

2 international schools in San Gwann

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2 international schools in Pembroke

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1 international school in Mosta

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1 international school in L-Imselliet

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1 international school in Birgu

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FAQs for Malta

What curricula will my child commonly find at affordable international schools in Malta?
Most international and independent schools in Malta follow the British system (primary through IGCSE and A-level pathways), while a smaller number offer the International Baccalaureate or American-style diplomas and US Advanced Placement options. Schools will publish the exact programmes they run and which external examinations (for example IGCSEs, A-levels or the IB Diploma) students sit at the end of each stage.
How much should I budget for fees and extra costs?
A practical budget for many international/independent schools in Malta is often in the mid-thousands of euros per year, with commonly reported bands around €5,000 - €15,000 for many year groups; senior or specialist programmes can cost more and some schools add registration, capital or activity fees. Schools vary in what those extras cover, so ask each school for a full fee schedule and any likely ancillary costs such as transport, exams, lunches and uniforms.
What language(s) will lessons be taught in and will my child need Maltese?
International and private schools in Malta typically teach in English, and many families find children integrate quickly because English is widely used on the islands; however Maltese is an official language and is taught in state and church schools. If you want your child to learn Maltese or to follow the national bilingual pathway, confirm language provision and any compulsory Maltese lessons with the school.
When should I apply and how do admissions work?
The standard cycle is for places that start in September, with families submitting applications in the months before the summer break; many schools publish application deadlines and ask for supporting documents such as previous school reports and proof of residency. Some schools maintain waiting lists, offer mid-year entry where capacity allows, and handle admissions directly rather than through a central system, so contact your chosen schools early to understand their specific timelines and criteria.
What should I look for when comparing affordable international schools in Malta?
Compare the curriculum and exam routes, the year groups covered, published fees and what they include, class sizes and pastoral support for newcomers, and practicalities such as school hours and transport. Also check inspection or accreditation information, sample timetables, language support for non-English speakers and written clarity about extra costs and enrolment conditions before making an application.