École Du Nord

Village Labourdonnais – Mapou, Mauritius. Located on the island of Mauritius, the school serves an international community of learners aged 3 to 15. The EDN does not provide a school transport service; private transport providers operate van services across most regions of the island.

Kindergarten (3–5), Elementary (6–11), Middle School (12–15)

Private international school in Mauritius, accredited by the French Ministry of National Education.

1,485 students; 20 nationalities.

AEFE network affiliation (Agency for French Education Abroad)

Opening hours: 7:00 drop-off; classes begin after the second bell; after-school presence is restricted to supervised activities; parental presence during school hours is restricted.

The school does not operate a school bus service; private transport providers offer van services to most regions of the island.

The school is a private international school in Mauritius accredited by the French Ministry of National Education. It offers bilingual teaching in English and French for all kindergarten and primary grades, with students aged 3 to 15 attending from nursery through lower secondary. The school provides Kindergarten, Elementary, and Middle School programs and includes language learning, digital learning, and other educational activities as part of its offerings.

About 15 students per teacher.

100% of students are awarded the Diplôme National du Brevet (Brevet diploma); 97% receive distinctions.

After EDN, students move to Lycée des Mascareignes (LDM), a partner school in the AEFE network. LDM reports a baccalaureate pass rate above 99%, with 78% of graduates achieving distinctions. The Diplôme National du Baccalauréat is internationally recognised, enabling study abroad.

The school highlights student talents through events such as Incroyable Talent and talent showcases; it runs arts-focused activities and broadcasts via RADIO EDN, encouraging students to develop their talents in arts and performance.

The school provides social and emotional support through the Pôle médical et bien-être. Two nurses are on site daily (7:15–15:45) for medical care and emergencies; a psychosocial interventionist is present daily (7:30–16:00) to support student wellbeing; a school doctor is available on specific days (Mondays 8:30–14:00 and Wednesdays 8:30–12:00). The team conducts health monitoring, psychosocial support, and health education as part of the health and citizenship initiatives (CESC). They screen for potential health, learning, or psychological difficulties during health visits and work with the pedagogical team to help students thrive. For students with chronic illnesses or special needs, an Individualized Accommodation Plan (PAI) is prepared in coordination with the nurse and the doctor.

Screening for potential health, learning, or psychological difficulties is conducted during health visits, with follow-up from the pedagogical team to find the best solutions for each student's growth and success. For students requiring ongoing medical treatment during school hours, a Project d'Accueil Individualisé (PAI) is arranged with the nurse and the doctor. The health team also coordinates with families and staff to support students' needs and promote safe, effective learning. If a student is ill or absent, the school requests notification to ensure appropriate arrangements. The school provides preventive health education through health initiatives and targeted support as part of its safeguarding approach.

Excellence in languages is a priority. Mauritius' multilingual context is acknowledged, with English as the administrative language and French widely used; English language instruction is prioritized from kindergarten. A bilingual French–English instruction is offered to all pupils from Nursery through Elementary. In Elementary, English is taught as a foreign language for 4h30–5h30 per week, including EMILE (2h30 per week of a subject taught in English). The primary program includes FRANGIPANE/I SPEAK FRENCH to support anglophone learners with French-language specialists helping allophone students learn French basics quickly. In College, there are three tracks: Classic (mostly French with 4h English, 3h for a third language, and 2–3h Latin), European English (English language and culture with an additional 2h of English per week, totaling 6h), and International English (British) with 14h of English per week across literature and history–geography. The language program leads to DNB, DNBI, IGCSE, and OIB depending on the track. FRANGIPANE/I SPEAK FRENCH and language-support options are available to assist non-native French speakers, with placement tests by the British Council used in some admissions.

Mental wellbeing is supported by the psychosocial interventionist and the on-site health team, who provide ongoing psychosocial support and health education. Regular health screenings and health-education initiatives are conducted as part of the CESC. The Pôle médical et bien-être oversees daily wellbeing, with nurses, a psychosocial professional, and a school doctor coordinating care, guidance, and preventive interventions to promote student resilience and healthy development.

Safeguarding is supported by a dedicated medical team that manages emergencies, medication administration, and health monitoring to keep students safe. In case of serious illness or required medication during school hours, the nurse coordinates with families to ensure appropriate action. The team conducts health and psychosocial assessments (including referrals for individualized plans when needed) and communicates with families and staff to safeguard students' health and wellbeing. The school also emphasizes preventive health education and vaccination checks to protect student safety and attendance.

1. The school teaches in English and French, offering both curricula so families can access a bilingual program. The admissions process should be started and completed early, and relevant fees must be settled to secure a place. Applications are encouraged to be finalized promptly to avoid waiting lists for the 2025, 2026 and 2027 school years. The process is designed to accommodate international families planning expatriation and to ensure placement aligns with the school's offerings. 2. Enrolling a child from Petite Section guarantees a place for the entire schooling at École du Nord. For new families planning an expatriation to Mauritius, notify the school well ahead of arrival to allow the right number of classes to be opened and to tailor the educational offer each year. Early planning helps ensure the family secures a place and proper class placement. 3. Waiting lists exist for the 2025/26 school year for MS, GS, CP and CE2. The admissions team encourages families to initiate and finalize their admissions early to avoid disappointment due to waiting lists. The high volume of applications reflects demand for École du Nord. 4. For pupils coming from another school system (outside AEFE or the French National Education system), placement tests are required to validate enrolment at École du Nord. The tests determine appropriate grade placement and verify alignment with the French curriculum. 5. Admission requests are handled by Bela in the Admissions Department. Information and documents should be provided as part of the complete application to facilitate the process.

Waiting lists exist for the 2025/26 school year for MS, GS, CP and CE2. The admissions team encourages early submission to reduce the likelihood of being placed on a waitlist.