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Best 20 International Schools in South Africa

Out of a total of 58 International Schools in South Africa.

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

American International School of Cape Town

We aim to instill a strong sense of community among our students, while equipping them with the skills to be curious, life-long learners.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 107,962
to: R 274,206
Reviews
(1 review)

International School of Cape Town

THE ISCT DIFFERENCE
The International School of Cape Town (ISCT) is one of the oldest Cambridge schools in the country, offering the Cambridge curriculum from Nursery through to High School and A levels since 1998.
ISCT Excellence & Innovation.
The school prides itself on consistently producing excellent academic results in a warm and supportive environment, incorporating the latest in teaching skills and technological innovation.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Daybridge International High School

Our school provides a structured, disciplined, friendly environment, with individual attention within a relaxed atmosphere. Our learners are respected as individuals and encouraged to develop confidence and fulfil their potential by participating actively with peers and educators in a democratic collective. Our children are well- prepared for a future with success and a love for learning.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
13 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 71,850
to: R 79,410
Reviews
(13 reviews)

Bishops Diocesan College

Bishops Diocesan College is an independent boys’ school in Cape Town with a long history, a strong academic ethos combined with a commitment to all-roundedness, and a proud record of achievements
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
Anglican, South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 91,780
to: R 213,240
Reviews
(1 review)

Liberté School

Liberté School provides a learning environment where children are allowed the freedom to learn in a manner most suited to them individually. Our educational approach is based on Cognitive Science principles: the science of learning and thinking with a strong focus on the development of executive functioning skills.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British, Montessori
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 11
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 46,800
to: R 61,200

German International School Cape Town

As a bilingual German school abroad we follow the German and South African (IEB) curriculum. Graduating with a South African and European university entrance qualification gives our learners a broader choice for their tertiary education in South Africa, Germany or in other countries, opening doors to an international career.
We teach German mother-tongue learners from Grades 1 - 12 and English-speaking learners from Grades 5 - 12, respectively.
The German International School Cape Town is not just a place for academic, sporting and artistic achievements. It is a community, where we welcome learners and families from more than 40 nationalities of different social and cultural backgrounds.
Intercultural learning is an important aspect in our learners’ holistic development. The act of building bridges between societies and cultures fosters understanding, mutual respect and open-mindedness.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
German, South African
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 87,300
to: R 87,300
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg

The Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg (DSJ) offers young people superior and steadfast preparation for the complex challenges of our global world.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
German
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 83,940
to: R 111,060
Reviews
(2 reviews)

American International School of Johannesburg

"Inspired Learners: Connected, Creative, and Courageous"
"Together we dare to imagine, inspire to succeed, and courageously make a difference"
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 186,200
to: R 703,494

Cape Town French School

Located in the heart of City of Cape Town, the Cape Town French School provides French and Cambridge English education from pre-primary to grade 12. Our students are fully bilingual (French-English), they also learn a third language (German or Spanish) and obtain the Baccalauréat Français International (BFI), which is recognised by over 400 universities (in Europe, the USA, Canada, the UK, and in all French speaking and English speaking countries).
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 99,343
to: R 130,952

St Joseph's Marist College

St Joseph’s Marist College is a multicultural, fully co-ed school that extends from Pre-school to Matric.
In addition to mainstream classes, the College also offers Montessori classes from pre-primary to Grade 6. The College's beautiful buildings and grounds mirror its harmonious character, as well as the family atmosphere it exudes from the moment you step through its gates.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
South African, Catholic, Montessori
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 52,669
to: R 104,051
Reviews
(1 review)

El Shaddai Christian School

El Shaddai Christian School (ESCS) is a premier private Christian school in Durbanville, offering a Christ-centred, purpose-driven, and academically rigorous education.
We provide a seamless educational journey across three phases: Pre-Primary (Grades 00–0), Primary School (Grades 1–6), and High School (Grades 7–12). Our approach focuses on developing the whole child through strong academics taught from a Biblical worldview, intentional discipleship, diverse sporting opportunities, and a vibrant cultural programme.
As an approved Cambridge International Examinations Centre, ESCS offers IGCSE and International AS Levels in the senior high school, preparing students for both local and international pathways.
At the heart of our school is a commitment to Biblical discipleship, academic excellence, and character formation. Guided by our vision to Grow, Equip, and Send, we aim to nurture confident, skilled, and faith-filled young people who are equipped with 21st-century skills and ready to make a meaningful impact in the world.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 48,565
to: R 99,088
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Constantia Waldorf School

Constantia Waldorf School was established in 1967 on a farm in what was then rural Constantia, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town. It was the first Waldorf school in Africa. Constantia Waldorf School is co-educational and offers a modern, comprehensive Waldorf Curriculum from Playgroup to Matric, designed to meet the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of the growing child at various stages of development.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
Waldorf
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: R 60,573
to: R 121,756
Reviews
(2 reviews)

ESCA Wanderers

ESCA Wanderers proudly stands as the premier destination for cultivating students who excel in their chosen sports or cultural pursuits, epitomizing a legacy of nurturing Africa's talent. Nestled within the prestigious Wanderers Sports Club in Illovo, Johannesburg, our school embodies a tradition of excellence.
Dedicated to the holistic development of our students, ESCA Wanderers provides a dynamic learning environment tailored to individuals driven by a passion for sports or cultural endeavours. With a steadfast commitment to empowering our students to leverage their talents as pathways to tertiary education or professional careers, we foster an environment where academic pursuits harmonize seamlessly with athletic and artistic aspirations.
ESCA’s offering is focused on four pillars, Academic, Co-curricular, Student Wellness and our Pathways pillar. ESCA students benefit from distinguished educators, state-of-the-art facilities, expert coaches, and meticulously crafted athletic programs. Together, these elements form a synergistic ecosystem designed to propel our students towards the pinnacle of academic and sporting/cultural achievement.
We have two admissions streams. The first is students joining one of our five sports academies (Basketball, Football, Tennis, Golf, Gymnastics) and the second stream is students who are looking for a flexible, individualised academic timetable which accommodates their practice and touring demands in their chosen sport or cultural activity. Whilst still benefiting from our student wellness and pathways pillars.
Aligned with esteemed academic bodies such as Cambridge International and the American GED®, ESCA Wanderers offers accredited pathways to academic excellence, underpinned by a culture that values balance, commitment, effort, and integrity.
Join us at ESCA Wanderers, where tradition meets innovation, and where the pursuit of greatness knows no bounds.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
9 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 138,000
to: R 156,000

Somerset College

We offer a world-class education with a Christian foundation. We teach dignity, respect and a commitment to community service. We are a community dedicated to academic excellence, individuality, and innovation. At Somerset College, we believe in nurturing the whole person—our students are more than learners; they are future leaders, creative thinkers, and compassionate contributors to the world. With a firm foundation in values and principles, our school fosters a spirit of curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. From our dynamic curriculum to our state-of-the-art facilities, every aspect of Somerset College is designed to inspire success and personal growth.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British, Christian, South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 67,590
to: R 188,200
Reviews
(1 review)
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 13
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 102,726
to: R 134,816

Parklands College & Christopher Robin Pre-Primary

Parklands College & Christopher Robin Pre-Primary is a Top 20 school that was established to provide a world class education from the early childhood years to the final compulsory schooling exit point at Grade 12. Parklands College offers complete peace of mind, not only preparing the child academically but also emotionally, socially, morally and physically, in preparation for life’s challenges. As both an Apple Distinguished School and one of only two Google Reference Schools in Africa Parklands College & Christopher Robin Pre-Primary is recognised as global learning innovation leaders.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 60,385
to: R 143,375

Elkanah House

Elkanah House, situated in Blouberg, Cape Town, is a co-educational, independent school that was founded in 1997.
Elkanah House strives to created a relaxed, homely, diverse and challenging learning environment, following the teachings of Christ and empowers students to develop to their full potential, so that they may leave as innovative, academically proficient, emotionally confident, community sensitive, healthy and spiritually active young adults.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
Christian, South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 62,235
to: R 123,120

Hout Bay International School

Hout Bay International School is more than a school – it is a community of diverse individuals and families, a centre for academic excellence, for some a home away from home and yet more importantly a family for all those that are part of it. Few schools can boast that they belong to two international organisations spanning across almost every continent of the globe. The first being International Education Systems (IES), a family of international schools committed to quality educational experiences for all who attend and, second, the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO), renowned for its high quality and rigorous academic programme.
The curriculum is a combination of the South African National Curriculum, matched with the British National Curriculum and delivered through the innovative pedagogy of the International Baccalaureate.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
IB, British, South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 63,296
to: R 181,243
Reviews
(1 review)

Auburn House Montessori School

We provide an open environment for children 3-12yrs. The curriculum and educational structure give children the freedom to develop to their fullest socially, intellectually and creatively. The ethos of the school is founded on a strong philosophy, the essence of which is the Montessori principle of respect for the well being of each individual, contributing towards a sustainable and healthy society.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
Montessori
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 13
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 51,095
to: R 77,760

Peak Academy High School

We offer relational education where we are focused on building relationship with the students and work with them to achieve their goals.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
13 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 79,140
to: R 98,544

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