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International Schools in Tunis, Tunisia

Compare 12 international schools in Tunis, Tunisia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TND 9,622), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
12
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
TND 9,622
Fee range
TND 100 – 26,700
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (5 schools)
Average school size
742 pupils
Largest by enrolment
British International School of Tunis
Oldest
Lycee Pierre Mendes France (1956)
About international schools in Tunis, Tunisia

Tunis’s international-school scene is relatively small and mixed: families can choose from French-curriculum and AEFE-linked schools, several English-medium British- and American-style schools, and a handful that offer International Baccalaureate programmes or Canadian pathways. Instruction commonly includes English, French and Modern Standard Arabic, and many schools run bilingual or trilingual programmes with language support for non-native speakers. Annual tuition in the city varies widely - from modest fees at some locally run bilingual schools to several thousands of Tunisian dinars a year at established international campuses - and additional mandatory charges (registration, capital levies, transport and extras) are common so you should always request the full fee schedule. Most schools follow a northern-hemisphere academic year with September intake and publish application and assessment steps well before term starts; some also operate rolling admissions for certain year groups, so contact individual schools early to check timelines and testing requirements.

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FAQs for Tunisia

Which curricula are available in Tunis and how do they differ?
Tunis hosts a mix of French national-curriculum schools (including some with AEFE links), English-medium schools following the British or American frameworks, and a smaller number offering IB or Canadian programmes. The French system emphasises the French national syllabus and leads to French qualifications, British schools typically follow the English National Curriculum through IGCSEs and A-levels, the American-style schools follow US standards and may offer an American diploma alongside IB, and IB programmes emphasise inquiry-based learning with internationally recognised diplomas.
What languages are used for teaching and what support is available for non-native speakers?
English, French and Modern Standard Arabic are the most common languages of instruction across Tunis’s international and bilingual schools, and many schools provide daily tuition in French and Arabic alongside the main medium. International schools usually offer English- or French-as-an-additional-language support classes and placement into language programmes is commonly based on assessment of proficiency. Check each school’s published language policy and any extra charges for intensive language support.
How much should I expect to pay and what extras should I budget for?
Published tuition in Tunis ranges widely by school, campus and year group - some locally run bilingual schools list relatively low fees while established international campuses commonly charge several thousands of Tunisian dinars per year. In addition to tuition many schools apply one-off registration or admission fees, annual capital levies, optional or mandatory transport and meal charges, and fees for extracurricular programmes, so ask for a complete, itemised fee schedule for the exact year and age group. The American Cooperative School of Tunis, for example, publicly lists significant one-off and annual surcharges alongside tuition, illustrating how extras can affect total cost.
When should I apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most international schools in Tunis operate on a September-to-June academic calendar and publish application windows and assessment dates well before the new year, but many also accept enquiries and some admissions on a rolling basis for certain year groups. Typical steps include submitting academic records and immunisation documents, an admissions interview or placement assessment (often including language testing), and payment of deposits or registration fees to secure a place. Contacting schools as early as possible - especially for popular year groups like early primary and Year 10/11 - will give you the best chance of a smooth placement.
What should relocating families look for when comparing schools in Tunis?
Look beyond the headline curriculum to how the school supports language learning, the size and makeup of classes, teacher qualifications and staff turnover, the exact items included in published tuition, and recognised accreditations or inspection reports. Also consider practical matters such as campus location relative to where you will live, available school transport, after-school care and extracurricular provision, and how the school manages transitions for children moving between curricula or languages. Request recent inspection or accreditation documents and a current fee schedule before you visit to compare like-for-like.