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Premium International Schools in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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About international schools in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Premium international schools in Dar es Salaam typically offer British (Cambridge), International Baccalaureate and American-style programmes, with some schools blending bilingual options or elements of the Tanzanian national syllabus. Teaching is generally delivered in English, while Kiswahili is commonly taught as a valued subject and English-language support is available for newer arrivals. Annual tuition for premium schools varies broadly - families can expect anything from mid-thousands of US dollars up to around USD 25,000 - 30,000 (and sometimes higher at the most expensive schools), with separate one-off and recurring charges for registration, development fees, transport, meals and external exam entries. Admissions follow an academic-year rhythm and typically require an application, recent school reports and passport documentation, a placement assessment and payment of registration or deposit fees, so relocating families should start enquiries well before their move and be prepared for waiting lists at popular year groups.

Compare 8 Premium international schools in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TZS 27,488,438), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 8 schools · avg fee TZS 27,488,438
Schools listed
8
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
TZS 27,488,438
Fee range
TZS 1,500,000 – 97,170,000
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (5 schools)
Average school size
510 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Tanganyika
Oldest
International School of Tanganyika (1963)
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Dar es Salaam Independent School logo

Dar es Salaam Independent School

Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 2 to 18

TZS 1,500,000 - 11,200,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Instructs in English
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Academic International School logo

Academic International School

Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels · From age 2

TZS 1,600,000 - 4,000,000
From age 2
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Language not listed
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Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School logo

Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School

EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

TZS 23,400,000 - 51,600,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Instructs in English
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Haven of Peace Academy

British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)

TZS 29,395,000 - 38,630,000
Ages not listed
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Instructs in English
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Genesis Schools logo

Genesis Schools

Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) · Ages 2 to 18

TZS 1,650,000
Ages 2 to 18 years
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Instructs in English
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Dar es Salaam International Academy logo

Dar es Salaam International Academy

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 5 to 18

TZS 36,710,000
Ages 5 to 18 years
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Instructs in English
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Feza International School logo

Feza International School

IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE

TZS 19,430,000 - 38,280,000
Ages not listed
IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Language not listed
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International School of Tanganyika logo

International School of Tanganyika

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 3 to 18

TZS 46,890,000 - 97,170,000
Ages 3 to 18 years
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Tanzania

Which curricula do premium international schools in Dar es Salaam typically offer?
Most premium institutions in Dar es Salaam offer British curricula (Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level), the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and some American-style programmes; a few schools also combine international syllabuses with Tanzanian offerings or bilingual programmes. Families should check whether a school offers a continuous pathway through to the senior years if university preparation or a particular diploma is important.
What language will my child be taught in, and is Kiswahili included?
English is almost always the medium of instruction at international schools in Dar es Salaam, with Kiswahili widely taught as a subject and, in some schools, used in bilingual programmes. Many schools offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for learners joining from non-English systems.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition at premium international schools in Dar es Salaam varies considerably; published guides and school listings show ranges from mid-thousands of US dollars up to around USD 25,000 - 30,000 per year at higher-fee schools, while mid-market premium schools are often lower than that. In addition to tuition, budget for a one-off registration or capital fee, annual development charges, transport and meal plans, exam registration (IGCSE/IB) and optional activity costs - these extras can add materially to the annual outlay.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Admissions typically follow the academic year with a main intake at the start of term and mid-year transfers possible when places exist, so early enquiries improve the chance of securing a place. The common process is to submit an application with recent school reports and ID/passport documents, pay any application or assessment fee, sit a placement test or interview if required, and confirm the offer with a registration deposit; decisions are usually made by an admissions committee and successful applicants may be placed on a waiting list if a year group is full.
What practical checks should relocating parents make when comparing premium schools in Dar es Salaam?
Verify the curriculum and accreditation to ensure continuity with your child’s previous system, confirm the language-support provision and review recent inspection or accreditation records where available. Also check full fee schedules and payment terms (including development and transport fees), class sizes, pastoral care and safeguarding policies, extra-curricular opportunities and realistic travel times from your home or workplace before committing.