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Premium International Schools in Tanzania

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About international schools in Tanzania

Premium international schools in Tanzania are concentrated in Dar es Salaam with additional campuses and recognised international programmes in Arusha, Moshi and Zanzibar; they serve both expatriate and locally based families and commonly offer full primary-to-secondary pathways. Most premium schools teach in English and run internationally recognised curricula - especially the British Cambridge sequence (Primary/IGCSE/A-Level) and the International Baccalaureate - with Kiswahili normally taught as a required or elective language. Annual tuition for premium international schools varies widely by school and year group, but many families should expect figures in the mid-thousands to low-tens of thousands of US dollars per year once extras (transport, meals, exam and capital levies) are included. Admissions typically follow an international academic calendar with the main intake before the August/September term, selection by assessment or interview, termly invoicing options and frequent waitlists for popular year groups, so relocating families are advised to begin enquiries several months ahead and to check residency/visa paperwork for dependent children.

Compare 9 Premium international schools in Tanzania. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TZS 28,601,667), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 9 schools · avg fee TZS 28,601,667
Schools listed
9
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
TZS 28,601,667
Fee range
TZS 1,500,000 – 97,170,000
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (6 schools)
Average school size
498 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International School of Tanganyika
Oldest
International School of Tanganyika (1963)
With boarding
1

8 international schools in Dar es Salaam

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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
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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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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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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

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
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1 international school in Arusha

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Braeburn International School Arusha

EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum · Ages 1 to 18

TZS 29,131,000 - 45,884,000
Ages 1 to 18 years
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Tanzania

Which curricula are most commonly offered at premium international schools in Tanzania?
The two most common international pathways are the British Cambridge system (Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE and AS/A-Level) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes. Some schools offer a single continuous IB programme or a mix of IB and Cambridge options, while a small number of schools combine national and international syllabuses; always check each school’s published programme to confirm continuity to university entrance.
What language instruction should a relocating family expect?
English is the language of instruction at the majority of premium international schools, and Kiswahili is commonly taught either as a core subject or as a language option across primary and secondary years. Many schools also offer additional modern languages (French, Spanish, German or others) as part of the curriculum or through after-school options.
How much do ‘premium’ international schools in Tanzania cost each year?
Fees vary by school, campus and pupil age, but premium international schools in urban centres typically charge in the mid-thousands to tens of thousands of US dollars per year; lower years are generally cheaper than senior secondary where exam and specialist teaching costs rise. Published school fee schedules also show that extras such as transport, meals, one-off enrolment or capital levies, external exam fees and school uniforms are frequently billed in addition to tuition.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
The main intake for international schools often centres on the start of the international academic year in August/September, and many schools run entrance assessments, interviews and reference checks; places in popular year groups can fill early and waitlists are common. For a smooth relocation, start enquiries as soon as you have a moving window, prepare school reports and immunisation records, and confirm any residency or student permit requirements for dependent children with the relevant authorities.
What practical factors should parents compare when choosing a premium international school in Tanzania?
Look beyond curriculum and fees to practical factors that affect daily life: the school’s approach to pastoral care and safeguarding, class sizes and teacher qualifications, on-site facilities (science labs, sports and performing arts), whether buses or school meals are provided, and the published policy on assessment and university guidance. Also check accreditation, inspection or membership of recognised international school bodies and ask for recent sample timetables and fee schedules so you can compare total cost of attendance and term dates.