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Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School

Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees TZS 23,400,000 - 51,600,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 216
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages French, Swahili
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School is a co‑educational international day school serving students from ages 2 to 18 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Opened in 2015 as the newest Braeburn Group school, it follows a British education framework aligned with the English National Curriculum. In the Early Years, pupils follow the EYFS, with Key Stages 1 and 2 delivering a broad core programme and Key Stage 3 preparing pupils for IGCSE. The secondary programme includes Cambridge IGCSE courses and a Sixth Form pathway to university via A Levels or a BTEC Level 3. The school emphasises sport, the creative arts, outdoor pursuits and community service, supported by an Inclusion Department for personalised learning. Facilities include a music and drama suite, a specialist art room, two libraries, three science laboratories and two ICT suites, plus a 25-metre swimming pool, covered courts, a multi‑purpose hall and a lush playing field. A fleet of buses and extensive transport support daily life.

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The Essentials

Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School has 216 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School is located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. It is at Africana/Mbezi Beach, off Bagamoyo Road at the Africana Junction. The contact address is PO Box 31158, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and the telephone number is +255 (0) 763 086 646.

Stages
Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Children from age 2 to 18. Key Stages 1–3 follow an internationalised version of the National Curriculum of England, Key Stage 4 leads to Cambridge IGCSE, and Sixth Form offers pathways to university via A levels, BTEC Level 3 or a combination.

Type
The school is a co-educational international school and a member of the Braeburn Group of International Schools.

Country affiliation
Tanzania
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School ranges from TZS 23,400,000 to TZS 51,600,000 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Non-refundable registration (application) fee: TSh 400,000.
- In certain year groups with limited vacancies a 20% advance payment of the tuition fee is payable against the first term's invoice; this advance payment is not refundable if the confirmed place is not taken up.

Annual tuition fees (2025/2026 academic year, shown in Tanzanian Shillings)
- Crèche (age 2–3): TSh 23,400,000 per year.
- FS1: TSh 26,100,000 per year.
- FS2: TSh 30,300,000 per year.
- Year 1 to Year 6: TSh 46,800,000 per year.
- Years 7–13 (Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13 listed together): TSh 51,600,000 per year. Note: Years 11 and 13 are billed differently (see billing schedule).

Per-term / per-instalment tuition (derived from the published annual fees and the school billing schedule)
- For year groups billed across three terms (fees billed in August, December and April): per-term tuition is the annual fee divided by 3. Calculated per term (TSh):
- Crèche: TSh 7,800,000 per term.
- FS1: TSh 8,700,000 per term.
- FS2: TSh 10,100,000 per term.
- Year 1–6: TSh 15,600,000 per term.
- Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12: TSh 17,200,000 per term.
- Years 11 and 13: the annual tuition is billed in two equal instalments (August and December). Each instalment for Years 11 and 13 is TSh 25,800,000 (annual fee divided by 2).

Deposit
- Refundable deposit charged once on joining: TSh 900,000. The deposit (or the balance thereof) is refundable at the end of a pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher, subject to the school's notice requirements.

Transport fees (annual, by zone; Reception to Year 13)
- Zone 1: TSh 2,295,000 per year.
- Zone 2: TSh 2,724,000 per year.
- Zone 3: TSh 3,186,000 per year.
- Zone 4: TSh 3,638,000 per year.
- Zone 5: TSh 4,554,000 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Regular billing months: August, December and April for most year groups. Years 11 and 13 are billed in two instalments (August and December). Fees are payable on or before the first day of each term.
- Early payment discounts: 3% discount on tuition for the next term when full payment is made within 6 days of the due date; 5% discount on tuition if the full annual fees are paid prior to the start of the first term.
- Family discounts on tuition only: 2nd child 10%; 3rd child 20%; 4th child 30%; 5th and subsequent child 40%.
- Late payment surcharge: 1.25% per month on overdue fees.
- Withdrawal and notice: a full term's written notice (with written acknowledgement by the headteacher) is required for withdrawals. If proper notice is not given, a full term's fees are payable in lieu of such notice.

Examinations, activities and other additional costs
- The published tuition, transport and deposit do not include enrolment/registration fees or examination fees; these are charged separately. Activity and trip fees are charged separately and normally accompanied by an official letter from the headteacher.
- Uniforms: All pupils are required to wear the school uniform. The published fee schedule does not list a uniform cost.

Boarding
- Braeburn Dar es Salaam operates as a day school; boarding fees are not applicable.

Refunds and refundable items
- The registration (application) fee is non-refundable. The joining deposit (TSh 900,000) is refundable at the end of a pupil's final term following clearance by the headteacher, subject to the school's notice/withdrawal requirements.

Fee payment options (currency and methods)
- Fees are published in Tanzanian Shillings (TSh). The published fee schedule does not specify detailed payment methods (for example, which card types or bank-transfer instructions are accepted). Billing and payment timing and discounts are specified; methods of payment should be confirmed directly with the school's finance office.

Other policy points affecting fees
- The Board of Directors reserves the right to alter fees with three months' notice. Special rates may apply for NGOs and credit may be given for referrals.

Brief note on coverage and missing items
- The published fee schedule found covers the 2025/2026 academic year. A specific 2026/2027 fee schedule was not published in the available material; uniform pricing and detailed payment-method instructions are not listed in the published fee schedule and are therefore not included above.
Academics

Braeburn Dar es Salaam International School teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
Based on the English National Curriculum, Braeburn Dar es Salaam offers a staged programme. In the Early Years (2–5) pupils follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Key Stage One (5–7) develops core skills such as phonics and numeracy, with learning in music, physical education and humanities. Key Stage Two (7–11) provides a broad, balanced curriculum with drama, music, art and sport. Key Stage Three (11–14) focuses on higher‑order concepts as pupils prepare for IGCSE. Key Stage Four (around 15–16) offers Cambridge IGCSE courses alongside compulsory English Language, English Literature and Mathematics. Personalised learning is supported by an Inclusion Department to provide targeted help or challenge as needed. Cambridge International Examinations and a Sixth Form pathway to university via A levels or BTEC Level 3 (or a combination) are part of the secondary programme.

Student Teacher Ratio
Creche: 1 staff to 4 children; FS1 and FS2: 1 staff to 10 children; rest of the school: class sizes limited to 24.

Higher Education Progression
Sixth Form offers pathways to university via A levels and BTEC Level 3, or a combination, with a structured programme to help students apply for courses and universities. The Sixth Form also provides access to facilities and a range of extra‑curricular activities to support university preparation.

Gifted and Talented
A specialist Inclusion Department provides support and appropriate challenge for very able students.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Visit and initial contact: Before starting the admission process, visit the school for a tour, or have an informal chat with the headteacher if you are outside the country. The school welcomes children from ages 2 to 18; the primary section is for ages up to 11 and secondary for ages 12 to 18. The academic year begins in August, and students may join at any time during the year. 2. Application and offer: To reserve a place, complete the application form and forward it to the school together with the non-refundable registration fee. The school reviews applications in line with age requirements and other criteria. An offer of a place is issued in writing, detailing the start date. 3. Admission interview: Final admission is subject to an interview with the headteacher. The interview assesses readiness and fit with the program. If the interview confirms suitability, placement is offered in writing with a start date. 4. Confirmation of placement: Upon successful completion of the admissions process, a letter from the headteacher confirms the placement and start date. This letter serves as official enrollment notification. Families should complete any remaining administrative steps and prepare for the term start.

Waitlist
Where a year group is full, new admissions will be placed on a waiting list. Waiting lists operate on a first come, first served basis. Priority may be given to siblings of children who have a place in the school.
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