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British Curriculum International Schools in Peru

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About international schools in Peru

British-curriculum international schools in Peru are usually bilingual institutions that combine elements of the Peruvian national programme with Cambridge International (IGCSE) syllabuses and, in many cases, the International Baccalaureate Diploma for the final two years; this blended approach is common across Lima’s British-style schools and other international providers. Instruction is typically delivered in English for core subjects while Spanish is taught across the school and used to meet Peruvian certification requirements, so families should expect dual-language timetables. Published fee data for Lima’s international schools show a wide spread, with many full annual costs (tuition plus typical extras) falling in the low five-figure US dollar range and a reported median around US$21k among schools that publish full figures; individual school fees and entry costs vary by grade and provider. Most schools follow the Peruvian academic year (roughly March - mid-December), while a few international campuses use a Northern-Hemisphere calendar, so parents relocating to Peru should start enquiries and assemble documents well before the March intake to avoid missing places.

Compare 11 British Curriculum international schools in Peru. Filter by curriculum, fees (average PEN 19,994), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 11 schools · avg fee PEN 19,994
Schools listed
11
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
PEN 19,994
Fee range
PEN 13,400 – 33,700
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (9 schools)
Average school size
1,067 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Markham College - Monterrico Campus
Oldest
Colegio Italiano Antonio Raimondi (1872)

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FAQs for Peru

How does a British curriculum at a Peruvian international school fit with Peru’s national requirements?
Many British-style international schools in Peru teach both the Peruvian national syllabus and Cambridge IGCSE courses up to age 16, allowing students to meet local certification requirements while also sitting internationally recognised exams; in upper secondary years schools commonly offer the IB Diploma or the national secondary diploma as alternative pathways.
What qualifications will my child leave school with?
Pupils often graduate with a combination of credentials: Cambridge IGCSEs (age 14 - 16) and then either the International Baccalaureate Diploma (age 16 - 18) or the Peruvian national secondary certificate, depending on the school and the student’s chosen route.
What language(s) are used for teaching and how bilingual are these schools?
Most British-curriculum schools in Peru operate bilingual English - Spanish programmes: core academic subjects are commonly taught in English while Spanish language, Peruvian social studies and compliance material are taught in Spanish, with additional modern languages often offered.
How much should we budget for fees and what extra costs are common?
Annual tuition at Lima’s international schools varies widely but published research shows many full-cost figures lie in the low five-figure US dollar band, with a median near US$21,000 among reporting schools; families should also budget separately for one-off entrance or enrolment fees, examination charges (IGCSE/IB), uniforms, textbooks and extracurricular activities.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Admissions windows are concentrated in the months before the March start of the Peruvian school year, so begin enquiries several months earlier; the typical process includes submission of school records, an application fee, language or placement assessments and, if offered, payment of an enrolment deposit.
What should parents check when comparing British-curriculum schools in Peru?
Look for formal recognitions (Cambridge centre status, IB authorisation where offered), published fee and refund policies, clarity about the language model (how much English versus Spanish is taught), university-placement or guidance services and pastoral support provisions, and ask to see recent calendars and sample timetables so you can compare day-to-day life for your child.}]} PMID: 3823814
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