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International Schools in Sri Lanka

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About international schools in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.

Compare 35 international schools in Sri Lanka. Filter by curriculum, fees (average LKR 1,305,971), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 35 schools · avg fee LKR 1,305,971
Schools listed
35
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
LKR 1,305,971
Fee range
LKR -1 – 10,735,103
Most common curriculum
Pearson Edexcel IGCSE (27 schools)
Average school size
2,561 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lyceum International School - Katunayake
Oldest
Overseas School of Colombo (1957)
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13 international schools in Colombo

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2 international schools in Kandy

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1 international school in Panadura

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1 international school in Malabe

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1 international school in Galle

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1 international school in Negombo

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Choosing an international school in Sri Lanka

Curricula

There are 35 international schools in Sri Lanka covering 15 curricula. The most widely offered are Pearson Edexcel IGCSE (27), British Curriculum (13), Cambridge IGCSE (13), Bespoke Curriculum (12), Cambridge A Levels (10). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Sri Lanka runs from about LKR -1 to LKR 10,735,103, averaging roughly LKR 1,305,971. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Sri Lanka run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Sri Lanka we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Sri Lanka

How many international schools are in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka has 4 international schools listed on doris.
Which curriculum is most popular?
The most common curricula vary by city, but British, IB, and American pathways are widely available.
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