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IB Curriculum International Schools in Lima, Peru

Compare 30 IB Curriculum international schools in Lima, Peru. Filter by curriculum, fees (average PEN 23,474), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
30
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
PEN 23,474
Fee range
PEN 13,400 – 41,846
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (30 schools)
Average school size
869 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Markham College - Monterrico Campus
Oldest
Colegio Santa Úrsula (1936)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Lima, Peru

Lima hosts a substantial number of International Baccalaureate (IB) - authorised schools, many of which offer either parts of the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) or the full PYP - MYP - DP pathway, making the IB a common international option in the city. Instruction is frequently bilingual, with English - Spanish programmes common alongside schools that teach primarily in English with strong Spanish as a second-language provision. Annual tuition at international schools in Lima typically sits in a mid-range for the city, though schools vary widely and families should budget separately for one-off entry fees, transport, meals and activities. Admissions rhythm varies: many Lima schools follow the Peruvian March - December academic year while some international schools use a Northern-Hemisphere August - June calendar, so families should check each school’s calendar and start their enquiries several months before arrival.

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FAQs for Peru

What are the main IB programmes and what ages do they cover?
The IB is delivered as four main programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early years and primary students, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for lower-secondary students, and the Diploma Programme (DP) (and the Career-related Programme) for upper-secondary students preparing for university or further study. Age bands are roughly early childhood up to about 11 for the PYP, about 11 - 16 for the MYP and about 16 - 19 for the DP, though schools sometimes map these to local grade structures.
How much should we expect to pay for an IB international school in Lima?
Headline tuition at international schools in Lima varies by school and programme, but city-level data shows a typical annual tuition range rather than a single figure; families should expect to see meaningful variation between schools. In addition to tuition, most schools levy an entry or enrolment fee and charge separately for transport, meals, uniforms and specialist activities, so calculate a total annual cost rather than relying on the tuition line alone.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Lima?
Start enquiries several months before your planned arrival: many schools publish admissions windows ahead of the new academic year and popular entry points fill early. Be aware that some local schools follow the Peruvian March - December calendar while other international schools operate an August - June calendar, so align your application timing with the specific school calendar and ask about mid-year entry options.
What language support is available for children who don’t speak Spanish or English?
Many IB schools in Lima teach bilingually (Spanish and English) or offer the IB in English with strong Spanish instruction, and most have English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) or Spanish support programmes for newcomers. If your child needs intensive language support, ask schools about the size and structure of their EAL/Spanish programmes, assessment on arrival, and how they integrate language learning with the IB curriculum.
What should a relocating family look for when visiting an IB school in Lima?
Confirm the school’s actual IB authorisations (which programmes are authorised), review recent school calendars and sample schedules, and ask how the school supports transitions for new arrivals (language support, orientation and pastoral care). Also check total cost components (tuition plus entry fees and extras), evidence of curriculum continuity between PYP - MYP - DP if that matters to you, and how the school reports progress and university guidance for older students.