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International Schools in Hamilton, Bermuda

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About international schools in Hamilton, Bermuda

Hamilton and the surrounding parishes are served by a small number of independent day schools that combine locally rooted institutions with internationally portable programmes; instruction is overwhelmingly in English and common curricula include the International Baccalaureate, British/IGCSE routes and an offshore British Columbia (Canadian) programme. These schools publish annual day-tuition figures in the mid-twenty-thousands of Bermudian dollars, with recent published 2026/27 tuitions for representative schools in the roughly $24,000 - $28,000 range; additional charges (exam, activity, laptop and enrolment fees) are also typical. Admissions follow the island’s academic-year rhythm (offers for September entry, payment-plan options and annual billing cycles) and many schools assess applicants with interviews or entrance tasks, operate waitlists and run bursary/financial-assistance programmes. Families relocating to Bermuda should factor in the island’s public system (compulsory age 5 - 16) versus paid independent provision, prepare school reports, immunisation records and proof of residency, and contact school admissions offices early because places and payment deadlines are set well before the September term start.

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5
Curricula
6
Most common curriculum
International Baccalaureate (2 schools)
Average school size
631 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Warwick Academy
Oldest
Saltus Grammar School (1888)
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FAQs for Bermuda

Which curricula will my child find in Hamilton’s international schools?
You will commonly see the International Baccalaureate Diploma/Career-related pathways and British curricula leading to IGCSEs, and at least one independent school offering an offshore Canadian (British Columbia) curriculum; schools often combine a national or international primary programme with IGCSE (age 16) and either IB or A-level/other sixth-form options. Families who expect further moves often choose an IB or other internationally recognised pathway for portability, while those aiming at a specific national university system may prefer a curriculum that matches that system.
What is the language of instruction and are other languages taught?
The primary language of instruction across Hamilton’s private schools is English. Most schools offer modern languages such as French and Spanish as part of the curriculum and language options are available through GCSE/IGCSE and IB subject groups or equivalent language courses.
How much should we budget for school fees?
Published day-tuition for the island’s independent schools is generally in the mid-twenty-thousands of Bermudian dollars per year; recent school fee pages show examples in the low-to-high $20,000s for the 2026/27 year. Expect extra, separate charges for exams, books, technology, trips and a non-refundable enrolment or registration fee, and note that most schools offer several payment-plan options and some form of financial assistance.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Applications are typically lodged well before the September term start, with schools running open-days, assessment interviews or entry tasks for younger and older pupils; many independent schools notify families in the autumn/winter for the following September and operate waitlists for oversubscribed year groups. Schools usually require previous school reports, proof of immunisations and, for new international arrivals, proof of residency or visa documentation; check each school’s admissions page for exact deadlines, assessment formats and bursary application dates.
What ages and qualifications do the schools cover?
Local independent schools cover the full range from early years/reception through to Year 13 (roughly ages 4 - 18), with IGCSE/GCE style exams around age 16 and sixth-form pathways (IB Diploma, IB Career-related Programme, A-levels or equivalent) at 17 - 18 depending on the school. If your child is transferring mid-phase, expect the school to assess curriculum fit and previous attainment so they can advise on subject choices or any catch-up support.