Compare 3 IB Curriculum international schools in Senegal. Filter by curriculum, fees (average XOF 2,249,000), location, and more to find the right international school now.
IB international schools in Senegal are concentrated mainly in Dakar and include both English-medium campuses and bilingual French - English schools within regional networks. Several schools in the city are authorised to deliver IB programmes, and a small number offer the full IB continuum (Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma), so families can sometimes follow an IB pathway from early years to university entrance. Published fees vary: some Enko network campuses publish annual tuitions in the order of about 1.6 - 2.4 million CFA francs for lower grades, while the International School of Dakar lists international-dollar tuitions that run from roughly US$12,000 in early years up to around US$32,100 for upper secondary. Most international schools in Dakar follow an international academic calendar that commonly starts in August, have limited mid-year places, and ask families to apply and complete assessments several months ahead of the August intake.
What exactly does an IB curriculum mean for my child in Senegal?
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a set of internationally recognised programmes: the PYP for early years and primary, the MYP for secondary, and the DP for the final two pre-university years. IB programmes emphasise inquiry, concept-based learning, international mindedness and internal/external assessments; some Senegalese international schools run one or more of these programmes, and a few offer the whole continuum so students can remain on an IB pathway through graduation.
How much should we budget for IB international schools in Dakar?
Fees vary considerably by school and by grade. Published figures for Enko campuses show annual tuitions in the region of about 1.6 - 2.4 million CFA francs for primary and lower secondary levels, while the International School of Dakar’s published international tuitions range approximately from US$12,000 in early years to about US$32,100 for grades 11 - 12; additional costs (registration, development fees, transport, meals and extracurricular activities) are common.
What language(s) of instruction will my child hear at an IB school in Senegal?
Language provision depends on the school: some IB campuses in Dakar teach primarily in English, while others operate a bilingual French - English model that reflects local demand. French is the country’s official language of education, but international schools often use English or a bilingual approach and provide strong English-as-an-additional-language support where needed.
When should we apply and how flexible are start dates?
Most international schools in Dakar follow an August start and run an academic calendar aligned with international terms, so application windows and entrance assessments commonly take place several months earlier (often in late winter or spring for the following year). Mid-year entry is possible at some schools when places become available, but supply is limited, so families relocating should contact admissions early and be prepared to submit records, references and any assessment or interview requests promptly.
What should we look for when comparing IB schools in Senegal?
Check which IB programmes the school is authorised to deliver (PYP, MYP, DP) and whether the campus offers the full continuum if you want continuity; review published fees and all ancillary costs; ask about language support, learning-support services and university/career guidance; and visit classrooms or request recent inspection/accreditation reports where available. These practical checks help match a school’s programme, language offer and pastoral support to your child’s needs rather than relying on reputation alone.
