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International Schools in Malé, Maldives

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About international schools in Malé, Maldives

Malé’s international schools are a compact group of private providers on the capital’s islands (and nearby Hulhumalé) that mainly follow external, English-medium exam systems rather than the national curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A-Level (and Edexcel options) common across secondary years. English is normally the language of instruction while Dhivehi and Islamic studies remain part of the timetable in most schools. Annual tuition for international-style programmes in Malé commonly falls in the low-to-mid thousands of US dollars, with separate registration, activity and uniform charges that parents must budget for. Admissions are document-led (birth certificate/ID, previous school reports) and many schools use informal assessments or placement tests for older children, so families should contact schools early and prepare for the main intake and some rolling enrolment options.

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At a glance 5 schools · avg fee MVR 66,623
Schools listed
5
Curricula
10
Average annual fee
MVR 66,623
Fee range
MVR 12,000 – 141,000
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (3 schools)
Average school size
625 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Billabong High International School Maldives
Oldest
Ahmadhiyya International School (1982)
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FAQs for Maldives

Which curricula do international schools in Malé typically offer and how do they differ?
Most international schools in Malé use British-style externally examined pathways such as Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge/Edexcel AS and A-Levels; these are subject-based, examination-led programmes that prepare students for university entry abroad. A smaller number of providers may offer alternative or blended pathways, so check each school’s published programme and exam board if you want a specific progression (for example to A-Levels, IB or a US high-school diploma).
What language(s) are used in the classroom and will my child keep learning Dhivehi?
English is the usual medium of instruction in international schools in Malé, while Dhivehi and Islamic studies are normally taught as curriculum subjects so local language and religious education continue alongside English-medium lessons. Parents who want continued home-language study should confirm how and when a school teaches Dhivehi and whether additional language support is provided for new arrivals.
How much should I budget for fees and what extra costs are typical?
Tuition for international-style schools in Malé commonly sits in the low-to-mid thousands of US dollars per year, though published amounts vary by school and by grade; parents should also allow for registration or entrance fees, activity and exam charges, uniforms and, where relevant, transport. Always request a full fee schedule from each school (annual tuition, payment instalments, deposits and refundable/non-refundable items) before making decisions.
When should we start the admissions process and what documents or tests are required?
Begin enquiries several months before you need a place: most schools publish application forms and require identity documents, birth certificate, national ID, recent school reports and vaccination records, and older children are often given placement tests or informal assessments. Some schools run a main intake aligned to their academic year plus rolling admissions where space exists, so ask about deadlines, waiting lists and whether a provisional offer requires a deposit.
What should parents check when comparing international schools in Malé?
Compare the school’s curriculum and examination board authorisations, published academic and pastoral policies, safeguarding and child-protection arrangements, inspection or accreditation status, class sizes and staff qualifications, and how the school supports children who are new to English. Also check practical matters such as location, daily transport, extra-curricular provision and clear information about all fees. Many private schools in the Maldives employ a high proportion of expatriate teachers, so review staff turnover and continuity for subjects that matter to your child.