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IB Curriculum International Schools in Tunisia

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About international schools in Tunisia

International schools in Tunisia that follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) tend to be relatively few and concentrated in and around major cities such as Tunis and Sousse, so offerings can vary considerably from one campus to another. Many schools in the country are authorised for parts of the IB continuum (commonly the Diploma Programme for the upper years, and in some cases the Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes), while instruction is most often in English with French and Modern Standard Arabic taught or available as additional languages. Fees vary widely: some bilingual or Euro-style schools publish annual charges in the low thousands of Tunisian dinars, while international American-style schools charge in US dollars and can be in the tens of thousands per year for higher grades. Admissions normally align with the Tunisian/European school calendar (main intake in late summer for a September start), though many schools operate rolling or mid-year entry processes and require documents, assessments and early deposits - so relocating families should check language support, IB authorisation, fee schedules and local equivalency/recognition for university entry before committing.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee TND 13,879
Schools listed
5
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
TND 13,879
Fee range
TND 7,736 – 26,700
Most common curriculum
IB (PYP) (4 schools)
Average school size
590 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Ecole Canadienne de Tunis
Oldest
American Cooperative School of Tunis (1959)
With boarding
1

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FAQs for Tunisia

Which IB programmes are offered by international schools in Tunisia?
Schools in Tunisia authorised by the IB commonly offer the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final two years, and a smaller number also run the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Availability differs school by school, so parents should confirm which specific IB programmes a campus is authorised to deliver rather than assuming the full IB continuum is available.
What language(s) of instruction should I expect at an IB international school in Tunisia?
English is the predominant language of instruction at many IB international schools in Tunisia, with French and Arabic commonly taught as additional or second languages and sometimes used for bilingual tracks. Individual schools publish language policies and offer different combinations (for example English primary instruction with compulsory French and Arabic lessons), so check the school’s language policy if a particular medium or language support is essential.
How much do IB international schools in Tunisia typically cost?
Tuition levels vary widely: some bilingual or francophone international schools publish annual fees in Tunisian dinars that amount to a few thousand TND, while larger American-style international schools charge in US dollars and list annual tuition in the low to mid five-figure range for secondary grades. Because fee structures (tuition, registration, capital levies, bus and meal options) differ by school and by whether the family is local or expatriate, compare published fee schedules and the total cost of attendance for the year.
When should I apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Most international schools in Tunisia follow the September intake and open admissions in the months before the new academic year, but many also accept applications year-round for mid-year placement; typical requirements include an application form, prior school records, language or grade-level assessments and a deposit. Schools publish their specific admissions steps and calendars online, and busy grades can fill early, so begin enquiries several months before your intended start date and confirm documentation and testing arrangements.
Will an IB diploma be recognised by Tunisian universities and how can I check equivalence?
The IB Diploma can be recognised in Tunisia, but families who plan to enter Tunisian higher education should verify the latest equivalence rules with the relevant Tunisian ministry and the school’s guidance office because formal recognition involves the national equivalence process. Some Tunisian international schools and the Ministry’s equivalence commission have already worked to secure equivalence for IB graduates, so ask the school for past examples and written guidance on how an IB diploma will be treated for local university admission.
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