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IB Curriculum International Schools in Bahamas

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About international schools in Bahamas

If your family is looking for International Baccalaureate (IB) schooling in The Bahamas, options are relatively concentrated: most authorised IB schools are based on New Providence (Nassau) or Grand Bahama (Freeport), so expect the strongest choice and capacity there. A small number of schools offer the full IB continuum from Primary Years through the Diploma and Career-related Programme, while others combine IB stages (PYP or DP) with Cambridge or national programmes; instruction is primarily in English with modern language options such as Spanish and French commonly available. Annual tuition varies by school and by age - some day schools in Freeport publish lower mid-range fees for younger years while Nassau schools that offer the full continuum typically sit at a higher price point once children reach middle and senior levels - and many schools add costs for exam fees, transport, lunches and optional boarding. Admissions follow the local academic calendar with main intakes ahead of the August/September year start and many schools recommending families begin enquiries several months in advance because places and specific year groups (especially for DP) can fill or be wait-listed quickly.

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At a glance 4 schools · avg fee USD 12,825
Schools listed
4
Curricula
5
Average annual fee
USD 12,825
Fee range
USD 7,125 – 18,525
Most common curriculum
International Baccalaureate (3 schools)
Average school size
368 pupils
Largest by enrolment
St. Andrew's School - Nassau
Oldest
Lucaya International School (1997)

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FAQs for Bahamas

Which IB programmes are offered in The Bahamas and what ages do they cover?
The IB suite covers four programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for roughly ages 3 - 11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for about 11 - 16, and the Diploma (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) for students aged approximately 16 - 19. In The Bahamas some schools are authorised for the full continuum (PYP - MYP - DP - CP) while others run only PYP or DP depending on their size and accreditation. Families should check each school’s IB authorisations and the exact year bands they use locally before applying.
How does the IB compare with Cambridge or national Bahamian qualifications offered locally?
The IB emphasises inquiry, breadth plus depth (particularly in the two-year DP) and a built-in set of core requirements such as the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and Creativity-Activity-Service, while Cambridge (IGCSEs/A-levels) and national routes are more subject-exam focused and modular. Several Bahamian international schools combine curricula - for example offering Cambridge qualifications up to IGCSE and then the IB Diploma or A-levels in senior years - so look at the combination of subjects, assessment style and university guidance when comparing schools.
What language provision should I expect at IB schools in The Bahamas?
English is the primary language of instruction across Bahamian IB schools, but most schools also offer modern language study (commonly Spanish and often French) from primary or lower-secondary years and as DP language options. If bilingual instruction or mother-tongue support is important to you, check each school’s language policy and whether they run language acquisition at group-level or provide additional English as an additional language (EAL) support.
How much do IB international schools in The Bahamas cost and what extras should I budget for?
Tuition varies widely by school, campus and year group: published annual fees for some Freeport day schools place younger years in the low thousands of US dollars and senior years in the mid-teens, while Nassau schools that offer the full IB continuum commonly report higher fees for middle and senior years (often reaching into the mid- to high-five-figure range depending on level and boarding). Beyond tuition parents should budget for one-off enrolment or admission fees, uniforms, school trips and IB examination or registration costs, plus optional transport, meals and any boarding charges. Always request a full fee schedule from admissions so you can compare like-for-like.
When should we start the admissions process and what documents or steps are usually required?
Begin enquiries several months before you need a place - many schools recommend contacting admissions well ahead of the August/September term because specific year groups, especially DP places, can be limited and waiting lists may form. Typical requirements include an application form, previous school reports, proof of identity and residency or immigration status, immunisation records and sometimes entrance assessments or interviews; international students may also need proof of English language ability and a copy of exam transcripts for transfer into senior years. Check each school’s published admissions policy and ask about timelines for assessments, deposits and refund rules.