Compare International Schools in Larnaca, Cyprus

The school is located at 32 Gr. Afxentiou Avenue, 6011, Larnaca, Cyprus. P.O Box 40112, 6301 Larnaca, Cyprus. The campus includes the Centenary Building, Memorial Hall and Sports Centre and hosts both the Junior School and Senior School on one site. The address places the school in central Larnaca.

The institution is organized into Nursery & Pre-School, Junior School and Senior School. Nursery & Pre-School are part of the Early Years, with Phase 1 (Years 1–3) and Phase 2 (Years 4–6) within the Junior School. The Senior School comprises Years 1–7 (English and Greek streams), with English or Greek Year 1 entries and GCSE/IGCSE and A-Level options, and the School Apolytirion recognised by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture for university entry. French or German are added from Year 2.

Private school.

The SEN Assessment Centre provides assessments for a wide range of learning difficulties (reading, writing, mathematics; includes dyslexia/dyscalculia, ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, autistic disturbances and other emotional/behavioral difficulties). Assessments can be administered in English or Greek from age 6+, and a registered school psychologist conducts them to produce reports for reasonable accommodations in school and external exams. Pastoral Support is available to students as part of the curriculum.

Cyprus. The school operates within Cyprus; university entry is achieved via GCSE and GCE A-Levels and/or the Apolytirion, which is recognised by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture.

In the Nursery & Pre-School phase, the day begins at 07:15 and ends at 13:15. Summer School timetables show a typical day from 07:30 to 14:30.

Uniform is compulsory every day. PE days require a navy PE T‑shirt, navy shorts or joggers, and navy leggings for girls; any colour sports shoes are allowed on PE days. Formal uniform for Grades 1–6 includes long grey trousers (boys), grey shorts (boys and girls) or long navy tailored trousers (girls), a white polo shirt or white shirt, and a blue skirt (girls) or blue summer dress for younger year groups; socks must be black, white or grey; uniform is not mix-and-match; outerwear must be navy; the American Academy Cap is the only cap; shoes must be entirely black; long hair should be tied back.

The canteen is open and sells pre-prepared snacks; the menu is circulated to parents on a regular basis; in Nursery, children bring a snack of prepared fruit. All children must have a water bottle with their name; water is available via vending machines at 50c for a 500ml bottle.

Governance is undertaken by 11 elected members and two representatives of the original mission church; since 1973, the school has been run as a non-profit organization by the American Academy Alumni Foundation.

American Academy Larnaca provides an innovative and challenging academic environment balanced with kindness to support each student's full potential. The curriculum is broad and balanced, exposing students to multi-disciplinary subjects from the early years, with French or German added from Year 2. In Middle School (Years 4-5) students study 10 GCSE/IGCSE subjects, six compulsory and four optional. In Upper School (Years 6-7) students can study four A-level subjects from a broad list. The School Apolytirion is fully recognised by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture and universities worldwide. The Greek School option provides four A Levels with language support for UK, EU and US university entry, and a Greek track for Pan-Cyprian exams.

Graduates can pursue higher education through GCSE and GCE A-Levels or the School Apolytirion, both recognised by the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture and universities worldwide. The Greek School pathway provides guidance and language support (TOEFL, SATS and IELTS) to gain entry to UK, EU and US universities. Students may also sit Pan-Cyprian exams through the Greek track for admission to Cypriot universities.

Pastoral Support provides individual care and attention with a Head of Year and a team of mentors to ensure every student receives support and reaches their full potential.

SEN (Special Educational Needs) Assessment Centre offers assessments for reading, writing and mathematics difficulties (including dyslexia and dyscalculia), ADD/ADHD, anxiety disorders, autistic disturbances and other emotional and behavioral difficulties. Screening tests can be conducted in English or Greek from age 6, and assessments are carried out by a registered school psychologist who provides a full professional report to support accommodation and interventions.

English language instruction is provided to learners of all ages and abilities, with English lessons covering CEFR levels; IELTS and SAT preparation; and group lessons for Cambridge exam preparation; private lessons are available in the mornings, afternoons and early evenings. The Institute also provides private and group lessons in English, French, German and Russian.

PSHE provision covers Health and Wellbeing, Relationships and Living in the Wider World for Years 1–7, focusing on mental and emotional health, resilience and self-management. Students have access to psychological help as needed, including psychological treatment and counseling when referred, with parental consent for minors.

The Principal is the designated safeguarding lead and safeguarding arrangements are in place, with a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy published for the school.

The school accepts new students at multiple academic stages, subject to space. Entrance exams for Year 1 are held in February, and placement exams for other years are held in June. Prospective students may express interest by contacting the main office or scheduling a visit. Places are usually announced for select years: Year 2 and Year 3 in the lower school, and Year 4 and Year 6 in the upper school. Year 5 and Year 7 do not customarily admit new students because these years sit in the middle of the two-year GCSE and A‑Level curriculum. The school offers two streams: English-language study leading to GCSE/A‑Levels or the Greek stream leading to the Apolytirion, both recognised for university entry by the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Alumni of America Scholarship covers seven years of tuition for a student joining Year 1, awarded to candidates in the top 25% of the entrance exam and meeting the family-income criteria. Family income thresholds are: up to €30,000 for two dependents; up to €35,000 for three dependents; up to €40,000 for four or more dependents. Applications are submitted to the American Academy Larnaca Treasury by 27 March; applicants are notified by 31 March. The scholarship excludes uniform, books, trips and exam entries and requires ongoing good behaviour and academic performance; the school reserves the right to withdraw if standards are not met. The award assumes family financial circumstances remain consistent over seven years; significant changes may trigger a review and, if the family can afford the fees, the scholarship may be withdrawn with one year's notice.

2, Polytechniou Street, 7103 Aradippou, Larnaka, Cyprus. PASCAL Larnaka Campus sits within the Larnaka region as part of the PASCAL International Education group. English-medium education is offered for Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary levels, serving ages 3–18.

Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary; Ages 3–18.

Private school. Part of PASCAL International Education with campuses in Lefkosia, Larnaka, and Lemesos.

Cyprus

Boarding is available with accommodation in a 2-bed studio; a 1-bed studio is available at an additional cost. Pupils check in on 1 September and check out a few days after their examinations or graduation; staying with a host family is also possible. Meals (full board) are included.

Uniform is required; 1 piece per item; 2 extra short-sleeve polo shirts; 2 extra-long sleeve polo shirts; 1 extra trousers/skirt; 1 extra bermuda.

Meals (full board) are provided.

PASCAL is part of Globeducate; PASCAL International Education operates campuses in Lefkosia, Larnaka and Lemesos.

The Secondary School at PASCAL Larnaka runs a six-year day and boarding programme leading to the Apolytirion, with options including IGCSE, GCE AS, A Level, International A Level, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), Individual IB Course Result, and Pancyprian Exams. Years 1–3 provide a broad general education taught in English, with Greek native speakers studying Greek language, Classical Appreciation, and Religious Knowledge in Greek, and non-native Greek speakers studying Library Study or Russian for Russian speakers, Greek as a foreign language, Religious Studies taught in English, and additional English language support as needed. Years 4–6 offer a complete programme of core and major elective subjects; Year 4 prepares for IGCSEs, while Years 5–6 may take GCE AS/A Level or International A Level, or follow the two-year IB Diploma Programme, with all pathways culminating in the Apolytirion. Major elective subjects include Mathematics IGCSE/International A Level, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, ICT, Environmental Management, Drama, History, Politics, Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Business, Art, English Literature, Psychology, Physical Education, French, German, and Spanish, most taught in English. The curriculum is recognised by the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth; Pascal is a Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel centre and IB World School, with an IB Diploma Programme pass rate of 100% and graduates going on to top universities worldwide based on the Apolytirion or related qualifications.

IB Diploma Programme pass rate is 100%. Graduates secure placements at top UK, European, USA, and other worldwide universities based on the Apolytirion and related qualifications.

Destinations include top UK, European, USA and other worldwide universities, with university placements often based on the Apolytirion or combinations of Apolytirion with GCE A Levels/IAL or the Diploma of the International Baccalaureate.

Social and emotional learning is integrated into the Larnaka campus experience. Students develop into healthy, enquiring, caring and knowledgeable adults. The PASCAL House system is integrated into the extracurricular offer to foster collaboration and shared goals. The school participates in inter-school events, where students compete with other PASCAL schools. Staying away from home for trips helps build resilience, self-confidence, and socio-emotional skills.

English is the language of instruction in PASCAL Education's English-medium schools. PASCAL Private English School Larnaka operates as a six-year English-medium secondary school. English-medium education is offered across the network (kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools) island-wide.

Mental wellbeing is supported through PASCAL's holistic approach to development. The school aims to develop healthy, enquiring, caring and knowledgeable individuals. The House system is integrated into the extracurricular program to foster peer support and belonging. A wide range of clubs and activities, and Globeducate events, promote resilience, confidence and socio-emotional growth. The stay-on trips and other experiences contribute to independence and emotional resilience.

The safeguarding policy outlines actions to safeguard all pupils in school and at home. It is based on the International Convention on the Rights of the Child (Articles 19 and 24), the European Convention on the exercise of Children's Rights, the Cyprus Commissioner for the Protection of Children's Rights Law, and UK NSPCC guidelines. The policy places the welfare of the child at the heart of its work and emphasizes strong communication between staff and designated safeguarding leads. All staff are duty bound to safeguard the wellbeing of pupils. A safeguarding policy download is available.

Kindergarten and Primary School: 1. Submit an enquiry via the online form. You will receive a call or email to explain the enrolment process and schedule your visit. This initiates the admissions process for the Kindergarten and Primary School. The admissions team will provide further details about next steps during contact. 2. Visit the school for a pupil trial day or interview with a member of the school leadership team. The visit is part of the admissions process for this stage. Staff will meet with you and your child as part of assessing fit with the programme. The visit helps determine the appropriate next steps in the process. 3. If successful, an offer of admission is issued. The offer confirms a place in the Kindergarten or Primary program. Parents are advised on how to proceed with enrollment. Instructions for completing registration are provided. 4. Enrol your child by completing the registration process. This completes the admission for Kindergarten or Primary. The school confirms when enrollment is finalized and the place is secured. English Secondary Day & Boarding School: 5. Make an enquiry via the online form. The school will contact you to explain the enrolment process and schedule a visit. You and your child will meet with a member of the school leadership team to discuss the programme and fit. 6. Your child will take either an entrance examination or a diagnostic/placement test. The results determine admission eligibility for the English Secondary programme. 7. The school will make an offer to your child based on the results. Acceptance leads to enrollment through the registration process. 8. If you accept the offer, enroll your child by completing the registration process. Boarding applicants receive additional visa application support as needed.

Scholarships are available for Year 1 entrants as a tuition-fee discount. They include 100%, 50%, and 25% awards, awarded to pupils who excel in the Entrance Examinations and, if invited for an interview, satisfy the interviewing panel. To qualify, pupils take Mathematics and First Language papers (Greek or English). Thresholds are typically 95%+ for a 100% scholarship, 90%+ for a 50% scholarship, and 85%+ for a 25% scholarship. The scholarships remain for the entire school life provided ongoing excellent academic performance and conduct are maintained and the Final Progress Report mark meets the required level (e.g., 95% for retention of a 100% scholarship).