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American Academy Limassol

Cyprus, Limassol

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees €5,250 - 9,750
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1986
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, German, Italian, Russian
Typical class size 8
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Arts and Creative
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

American Academy Limassol is a private, co-educational school in Cyprus serving ages 2–18. It follows a British curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels, taught in English. The school uses a modified English National Curriculum, with Key Stage 3 offering core subjects such as English, mathematics, science, Greek as a language, ICT, and arts; Key Stage 4 prepares students for International GCSE/GCSE with compulsory English, mathematics, PE, and Greek, plus optional subjects. In Key Stage 5, students may pursue AS/A2 levels or the Apolytirion across three tracks: A-Level Intensive, Apolytirion, and Combined. The campus features libraries of more than 5,000 books, three science laboratories, ICT suites, a theatre, gym, sports ground, and outdoor playgrounds with a canteen. The school is an approved GCSE/IGCSE and GCE AS/A-Level examination centre and hosts the Duke of Edinburgh Award, the Athletic School, and a Performing & Fine Arts program. A Greek language programme and robust career guidance support university progression worldwide.

Despoinas Pattichi 24, Limassol, Lemesos 3071, Cyprus

The Essentials

American Academy Limassol has 300 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Limassol, Cyprus. Secondary School: 24 Despinas Pattichi Street, Limassol 3071; Primary School: 7 Lefkas Street, Limassol 3070. The school operates a private education model serving nursery through secondary education on multiple sites in Limassol.

Stages
Preschool & Kindergarten; Primary School (ages 5-11); Secondary School (11-18); Boarding School (11-18); Greek School (11-18); Athletic School; Learning Support Center

Type
Private school in Cyprus offering education from kindergarten through secondary, following the English National Curriculum.

Additional learning support
The school has a Learning Support Center.

Country affiliation
Cyprus
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
American Academy Limassol offers boarding accommodation within close proximity to the school for full-time students. Boarders are monitored 24 hours a day and have a personal tutor; meals are provided three times daily, accommodation is up to two students per room, with weekly laundry and 24-hour supervision.

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform with Summer and Winter sets. Summer: grey trousers or a grey skirt with a light grey shirt or light blue polo shirt bearing the school logo; Winter: blue jumper with logo, black outdoor blazer with logo, grey trousers; a school tie is worn at all times; footwear must be plain black; jewellery and grooming have specified restrictions; a T-shirt with house colors and the AA Logo is used for house affiliation.

Food Options
Meals are offered three times a day, every day of the week.

House System
There is a house colors system; students wear a house-colored T-shirt with the AA logo as part of the dress code.

Governance and Ownership
The school is operated by American Private Schools Ltd.
Fees

Annual tuition at American Academy Limassol ranges from EUR 5,250 to EUR 9,750 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- New students: Application and registration fee of EUR 500.
- Returning (existing) students: Registration fee EUR 250 plus a deposit of EUR 400 (the deposit is credited toward tuition). The school may release an existing students place if registration is not completed by May 1.

Tuition fees (Academic year 2026/2027) — per term and per year (3 terms per year)

- Kindergarten & Pre-reception: EUR 1,750 per term / EUR 5,250 per year.
- Reception: EUR 1,850 per term / EUR 5,550 per year.
- Primary Year 1 & 2: EUR 2,190 per term / EUR 6,570 per year.
- Primary Year 3 & 4: EUR 2,266 per term / EUR 6,798 per year.
- Primary Year 5 & 6: EUR 2,320 per term / EUR 6,960 per year.
- Secondary Class 1: EUR 2,410 per term / EUR 7,230 per year.
- Secondary Class 2: EUR 2,640 per term / EUR 7,920 per year.
- Secondary Class 3: EUR 2,850 per term / EUR 8,550 per year.
- Secondary Class 4 & 5: EUR 3,050 per term / EUR 9,150 per year.
- Secondary Class 6 & 7: EUR 3,250 per term / EUR 9,750 per year.

Boarding fees and package

- Full boarding package (includes tuition, accommodation, meals, transport to/from the airport, clubs and extracurricular activities, immigration arrangements, and medical insurance):
- Classes 1, 2, 3 & 4 (boarding): EUR 27,500 per year.
- Classes 5, 6 & 7 (boarding): EUR 30,000 per year.
- Boarding accommodation is offered for the full academic year including holidays if the student remains in Cyprus; rooming, meals (three times daily), laundry and 24-hour supervision are included as part of the boarding package.

Additional and optional fees

- Afternoon care / internal clubs: additional charges apply for after-school care (standard day and after-care hours described; services are charged separately and paid in advance). For students who stay in the afternoon and/or eat lunch periodically there is an occasional fee of EUR 20 per child per day (with three days notice).
- Subject-specific additional annual charges (examples shown by year group): Class 4/5: EUR 75 per year for each additional subject; Class 6/7: EUR 100 per year for each additional subject. Transport and lunch are charged separately and are administered by the accounts office.
- Miscellaneous purchases (charged in addition to tuition) include: school uniforms, books, student photographs, yearbooks and certain excursions. For example, a basic sports kit item listed for primary (jersey, pants and t-shirt) is EUR 15.
- International examination fees (for external exam centres) vary by subject, level and candidate and are payable directly to the examination centres.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All school services are payable in advance on a yearly or termly basis.
- Standard instalment plan (three instalments): due 1 September, 1 December and 1 March.
- Annual payment: a 3% tuition discount is applied if tuition and all fees are settled in full by the schools set deadline. (Advance-payment discounts apply to tuition only.)
- Monthly payment plan: a monthly plan (10 payments from August to May) is available; payments may be made by standing order or credit/debit card and a commission fee applies for the monthly plan (EUR 50). Monthly agreements must be arranged through the accounts office.

Refund and withdrawal policy

- Tuition fees, pre-payments, deposits and registration fees are not refundable and are non-transferable under any circumstances. A full-term written notice must be given to the principal to withdraw a pupil during the academic year. If written notice is not provided, the school may charge for the following academic term or request payment for the entire academic year. School records and transcripts may be withheld until all balances are paid in full. A specific administrative withdrawal charge may also apply after enrolment in some circumstances.

Fee payment methods and administration

- Families may pay by annual lump sum, three-instalment plan, or the monthly payment plan; monthly payments may be processed by standing order or by credit/debit card (monthly-plan commission applies). Payment arrangements and exact billing (for transport, lunch and other optional services) are administered by the accounts office.

Notes on timing and small-cost items

- Transport and prepaid-lunch pricing are quoted and administered by the accounts office; occasional lunch is charged at EUR 20 per day (with three days notice). Subject-specific and extracurricular charges are billed separately.
Academics

American Academy Limassol teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The American Academy Limassol follows a British curriculum taught in English and uses a modified English National Curriculum. In Secondary School, students study for GCSE/IGCSE and GCE AS/A-Level examinations and may also complete the Apolytirion; the school is an approved examination centre for GCSE/IGCSE and GCE AS/A2 Level examinations. Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) provides the core curriculum including English, environmental science, Greek/Greek as a foreign language, mathematics, science, history, ICT, music, personal and social education, physical education, and art and drama. Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) prepares for the International GCSE/GCSE with English, mathematics, PE and Greek/Greek as a foreign language compulsory and a broad range of optional subjects. Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) enables AS/A2 levels and the Apolytirion across three tracks: A-Level Intensive, Apolytirion, and Combined. The school supports progression to universities worldwide, including the UK, Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, Cyprus and Greece, and offers the Duke of Edinburgh International Award as part of extra-curricular activities.

Student Teacher Ratio
low student-teacher ratio

Higher Education Progression
Entry to leading universities worldwide, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the USA, Australia, Canada, Cyprus and Greece.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides Personal & Social Education as part of the Primary School core curriculum. The Our Ethos describes a supportive environment that recognises each individual's talents, promotes personal, social and spiritual development, and encourages responsible citizenship in a multicultural context. The curriculum is designed to inspire students to achieve their full potential, become lifelong learners, and develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for life and work.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support Centre offers Homework Classes for pupils who have difficulties completing homework at home, and provides tutoring across English (Beginners and Advanced), English – All Levels, Greek, Modern Greek (IGCSE and A level), Mathematics, Russian, Fine Art and Physical Education (GCSE, AS and A level). Tutoring runs 2:00 pm–7:00 pm, with sessions at least twice a week.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English language support is available for Beginners and Advanced levels, including English – All Levels and English for adults.
Parent Experience

History
The American Academy Limassol opened in 1986 at 24 Despinas Pattichi Street with 50 pupils, serving both primary and secondary. By 1990 the primary school moved to 7 Lefkas Street to accommodate growth. In 2000 Nursery and Reception were added, boarding facilities were created for international students, and an Educational Learning Centre was established to support extra lessons and learners with difficulties such as dyslexia. In 2001 the school started a Greek private secondary school; between 2006-2008 an extra floor was added to the secondary school and a new Nursery opened in 2008. In 2010 a management agreement with the Tanafoua Group was signed for expansion into Saudi Arabia; in 2011 City and Guilds accredited the school as an online English Examination Centre; in 2013 negotiations began to offer first-year pathway courses in tertiary education.

Community
The school emphasizes teamwork as a daily practice on the field, in the classroom, and in house competitions, fostering spirit, unity, and belonging. Students lift each other up, celebrate each other's successes, and work together toward shared goals. The school engages the wider community with events such as University Fairs and Educational Fairs that connect families with higher education options. Open days provide information sessions and tours for prospective students and parents.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
American Academy Limassol provides extensive campus facilities for both the primary and secondary campuses. The complex includes libraries, ICT suites, science laboratories, a theatre for performing arts, a gym, a sports ground, and outdoor playgrounds with a canteen. The libraries hold more than 5,000 books and resources with quiet study areas, a Careers section and access to newspapers and magazines. Computing lessons take place in three ICT rooms, with networked ICT and safe high‑speed broadband, and almost all classrooms have ICT facilities. The secondary school operates three science laboratories equipped for practical work, with lab coats and goggles provided. The school theatre is used for drama and music productions, and the playgrounds are designed with safety in mind.

Sports Facilities
The sports ground accommodates netball, football, tennis, volleyball and basketball. The gym is on campus and equipped for physical education and activities. The sports hall can be partitioned into two halves to host different groups or activities. Changing rooms with toilets are available on site.

Academic Facilities
The secondary school has three laboratories, each equipped for its subject; lab coats and goggles are provided. The libraries hold more than 5,000 books and resources, including fiction and non‑fiction, and include newspapers and magazines along with a Careers section. Computing lessons take place in three ICT rooms, with networked ICT facilities and filtered high‑speed broadband; almost all classrooms have ICT facilities. The theatre is used for performing arts, including drama and music productions.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is offered to young people aged 14–25 and has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels with components in volunteering, physical, skills, expedition and, at Gold level, a residential. The award is available to any student, not just American Academy pupils. The Athletic School offers Football, Tennis, Dancing, Swimming and Taekwondo, designed to blend academic and athletic development; the program is available to Greek School students. The school has a theatre for performing arts used for drama and music productions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
American Academy Limassol follows a modified English National Curriculum. The school provides a wide range of subjects taught in English, including English language, mathematics, science, languages, social studies, religious studies, and the arts. Small classes foster lively discussions and encourage independent thinking and creativity in a caring environment. The curriculum leads to internal and external assessments, with GCSE, IGCSE, and GCE AS and A‑Levels, and the Apolytirion school leaving certificate approved by the Cypriot Ministry of Education and recognised by universities worldwide.

Arts & Creative
Dedicated facilities support art, music, and drama, including a state‑of‑the‑art theatre for drama and a fully functional library. The Performing & Fine Arts program provides opportunities for artistic development within the curriculum. Art, music, and drama are offered as part of the curriculum and student life.

Cultural & Language
The Greek School Programme provides a Greek-language curriculum approved by the Ministry of Education. It offers after-school study and homework support and enables participation in national exams to secure university places in Cyprus and Greece. GCSE and A‑Levels subjects are available to prepare for non‑Greek‑speaking international universities. The programme features small class numbers and increased periods of Greek, mathematics, and English, with additional computer studies and support.

Social & Hobbies
The school runs the Duke of Edinburgh Award, an international leadership in action programme for learners aged fourteen to twenty‑five. The award includes volunteering, physical activity, skills development, expeditions, and, at Gold level, a residential component. The programme is open to all students, not just American Academy pupils. School life also features events such as a Science Fair and history competitions.

Community & Service
Volunteering is a component of the Duke of Edinburgh Award and is integral to the programme. The award promotes service to the community, physical activity, and personal development. The school highlights community involvement through events and activities, including organisations such as the International Red Cross.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh Award represents an international leadership in action programme available to students. Careers guidance and counselling are provided to support students in planning their future. The programme emphasises leadership, teamwork, and personal development through volunteering, physical challenges, and skills within the DoE framework.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Athletic School offers sports such as football, tennis, dancing, swimming, and taekwondo to promote physical fitness and wellbeing. Breakfast is provided by a nutrition specialist, and lunch options are available to support daily routines. The school also provides pastoral care and careers guidance to support students' wellbeing and development.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows a British Curriculum. English and Greek are the primary languages of instruction; Greek is taught as a native language for Greeks and as a second language for non-natives. The Greek School offers increased periods of Greek and English; GCSE and A-Levels subjects are available, with preparation for international examinations such as IGCSE and A-Levels.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English and Greek. Greek is taught as a native language for Greek-speaking students and as a second language for non-native speakers.

Immersion Programs
English immersion for students with no English is provided, two periods per day.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Schedule a visit. Visiting our schools provides a 30-minute information session followed by a 30-minute tour. Visits are scheduled Monday–Friday, 9:00 am to 14:00 pm. To schedule a tour, complete the registration form on the site or contact Admissions and Recruitment Office at +357 25 337054.

2. Prepare. Admissions decisions are made by the principal of each school. The admissions office coordinates the process and sets minimum enrollment requirements, application deadlines and additional requirements. Prospective students should prepare entrance exams in Mathematics and English (complimentary lessons are provided), an entry interview with the Headmaster, and keep on hand documents including two passport photographs, original birth certificate, copies of the student's passport/ID, copies of parent's passport/ID, attested copies of G.C.S.E /G.C.E. / IELTS / TOEFL, last school report, and health certificate for Early Years.

3. Apply. When ready to apply, you will find all relevant information relating to the application. Applications are subject to deadlines and availability. If you prefer, you may call +357 25 337054 to discuss sending an application electronically.

4. For international applicants; Upon acceptance. International applicants require a visa, and the team handles visa particulars to ensure issuance. Upon acceptance, the Student and Parents Handbook will be provided to ensure a smooth transition to school life.

Scholarships
Students are tested in English and Mathematics and academic scholarships are awarded as follows: 1st Place – 25% of the annual tuition. The 25% Class Achievement Scholarship is awarded to a single top-student in each class of Secondary School for the following academic year and is valid for one academic year; the top student is determined by the principal and his team. All students who participate in a national sports team are eligible for the ATHLETE scholarship. Eligibility should be confirmed with the Principal.
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