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British Curriculum International Schools in Zambia

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About international schools in Zambia

British-curriculum international schools in Zambia typically follow the Cambridge pathway (Primary and Lower Secondary, IGCSE and AS/A-Level) and use English as the main medium of instruction, with additional modern languages and sometimes lessons in local languages on offer. Most are concentrated in Lusaka and other population centres and operate a three-term academic year; public exam sessions for Cambridge qualifications are run through the British Council in Zambia. Fees vary widely between day schools and boarding options and are usually billed termly; parents should budget for tuition plus separate charges for registration, examination entries, transport and capital or development levies. Admissions are usually by application, documentation and placement testing, and places can fill early for popular year groups, so families relocating should contact schools well before their intended start term.

Compare 8 British Curriculum international schools in Zambia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average ZMW 19,817), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 8 schools · avg fee ZMW 26,123
Schools listed
8
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
ZMW 26,123
Fee range
ZMW 5,535 – 75,000
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (5 schools)
Average school size
534 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Enko Pestalozzi International School
Oldest
International School of Lusaka (1963)
With boarding
2

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FAQs for Zambia

What does a “British curriculum” school in Zambia usually teach and what qualifications do pupils take?
A British-curriculum international school in Zambia most commonly delivers the Cambridge suite of programmes: Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, leading to Cambridge IGCSEs at 14 - 16 and Cambridge AS/A-Levels at 16 - 19. Those qualifications are internationally recognised and commonly accepted for university entry in the UK and elsewhere, though some schools may also offer the International Baccalaureate or other pathways alongside Cambridge options.
How much do British-curriculum international schools in Zambia cost?
There is a wide range: annual tuition for international schools in Lusaka and elsewhere can span modest local private school levels up to several tens of thousands of US dollars for international day or boarding schools, and many schools publish termly billing schedules. In addition to tuition, families should expect one-off registration or capital levies, exam entry fees, transport and costs for uniforms, trips and extracurricular activities; payment policies and currencies accepted vary by school so check each school’s fee schedule.
What ages and stages are covered by British-curriculum schools in Zambia?
Most schools offering the British pathway cover early years and primary through to upper secondary, so you will commonly find provision from nursery/reception up to Year 13 (ages roughly 3 - 18), with IGCSEs at the end of lower secondary and A-Levels or equivalent in the final two years. Some institutions are day schools, others provide boarding for secondary pupils, and a smaller number may only cover a subset of those stages, so verify the exact age range when enquiring.
Is instruction in English only, and are local languages taught?
English is the usual medium of instruction in British-curriculum international schools in Zambia, reflecting both the curriculum and international student intake, but many schools also offer modern foreign languages (for example French or Spanish) and may include lessons in local languages or Zambian studies in their programmes. National policy in Zambia has also influenced language use in education, and some schools adapt language support for younger pupils or for those who are learning English as an additional language.
When should a relocating family start the admissions process and what does it involve?
Start at least one to three terms before you want your child to begin, because popular year groups can have waiting lists; admissions typically require an application form, previous school records, proof of residence and entrance or placement assessments in English and mathematics. International exam registrations (IGCSE/A-Level) follow set sessions through the British Council with May/June and October/November sittings for many Cambridge exams, so families moving mid-year should plan around exam schedules and the receiving school’s term calendar.
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