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Lima, Peru’s capital city, is attracting an increasing number of expats nowadays thanks to economic growth, improved infrastructure, and many other factors. But for expat families in particular, one big roadblock remains: education.

Peru’s public education system needs a lot of improvement. While the economy has gotten better in recent years, school facilities and teaching standards, even in Lima, are not the same as you see in other world regions. International schools are often the best option for expats, so here’s what you need to know.

Most international schools in Peru are in Lima, but you’ll find some in other large cities like Arequipa or Cusco. Most of Lima’s international schools are situated south of the city centre in neighbourhoods such as Surquillo, Monterrico and San Juan Bautista. Some schools provide a school bus to the surrounding neighbourhoods, but it’s not a standard feature.

Peru has a very young population. Public schools tend to be crowded, so many Peruvian families who can afford it will send their child to an international school. This means that competition for school places can be high. On the plus side however, it also means your child gets a chance to mingle with local kids too.

By law, all schools in Peru must incorporate the Peruvian curriculum into their teaching. So it’s not uncommon for international schools in Lima to offer multiple curricula. This usually ends up being the International Baccalaureate, the Peruvian curriculum and the curriculum from the country the school is associated with (British, French, German, Swiss, American - there’s a wide choice here).

Part of this Peruvian curriculum requirement includes teaching through Spanish, as well as lessons on Peruvian history and social studies. As a result bilingual international schools are very common in Lima. English and Spanish is the most common bilingual combination.

Lima’s international schools tend to be larger than average - some could have up to 2,000 students. However class sizes remain reasonable with around 25 students per class (sometimes less). Native English and Spanish speaking teachers are a standard feature, as are extracurricular programs.

The admissions process for a typical international school in Lima is rigorous. You’ll be asked for previous academic reports, your child will need to sit an entrance exam, you will be interviewed by a member of staff, and you may have to pay a one-off admission fee. That’s just the start - schools often require additional documentation too such as a letter of recommendation, income certificates and more.

For some reason the once-off admission fee is often charged in US dollars, but the monthly tuition fees and yearly enrollment fees are charged in Peruvian soles. Remember to double-check this when you’re looking at school costs. Also keep in mind that in some schools, you will be expected to cover the cost of school books and materials yourself.

Below, we have compiled the top 10 international schools in Lima according to our users. However, there are another 13 schools to choose from in the city. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in Lima based on your requirements.

Best 10 International Schools in Lima

Out of a total of 23 International Schools in Lima.

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

San Silvestre School

San Silvestre School is a prestigious private all-girls British school and academic excellence is our hallmark.
San Silvestre School takes pride in providing a well-balanced education which places the formation of the values of the child at the centre. San Silvestre believes in creating a warm caring environment where the girls can develop their individual personalities and talents such that they are prepared to take their place in a global society.
Curriculum
IB, British, Peruvian
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 35,800
to: S/. 41,600
Reviews
(1 review)

Markham College

Markham College is a bilingual Peruvian international school with a British heritage. It is one of Peru’s leading schools, helping students reach their full potential. Markham provides a bilingual education leading to high success in international public examinations. Markham values honesty, hard work, compassion, community responsibility and respect and instils this in its students from an early age to help them become successful, highly skilled, positive and adaptable young adults.
Curriculum
IB, British
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 43,140
to: S/. 54,019
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Colegio Franklin Delano Roosevelt, The American School of Lima

The American School of Lima, is an independent international school providing a college preparatory program in English for students from age 3 through grade 12.
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 58,523
to: S/. 66,324

International Christian School of Lima

International Christian School of Lima is an independent, tuition-based, co-educational day school that offers an international curriculum for expatriates from kindergarten through grade twelve residing in and around Lima.
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 45,381
to: S/. 50,827

Hiram Bingham, The British International School of Lima

Hiram Bingham, The British International School of Lima, offers a multilingual and international education through an inquiry-based curriculum inspired by British education. HB has professional staff, students who are eager to learn and committed families who interact in a positive, caring and safe environment.
Curriculum
IB, British
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Colegio Alpamayo

Colegio Alpamayo provides education only to boys. Preschool space serves both boys and girls.
Colegio Alpamayo opened its doors in 1987. Today, 28 years later, Alpamayo can feel that it has fulfilled its mission to join the families in the education of their sons. Together with an intense academic program, Alpamayo endeavors to achieve a constant state of educational support for the family, and through its advisory program, a personalized system of guidance for each of its students. Through these means Alpamayo is able to help create men of professional prestige and solid values.
Curriculum
IB, Catholic, Peruvian
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 11,000
to: S/. 27,780

Cambridge College Lima

The educational philosophy shared by the Inspired group of schools, and pursued by Cambridge College Lima since the school’s inception, is founded on a dedication to excellence permeating every aspect of the school, integrating innovative, challenging and enriching academic, performing arts and sports programmes, the Three Pillars of an Inspired education.
Curriculum
IB, British, Peruvian
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(1 review)

St. George's College

We are a bilingual educational institution with British bases committed to form people with values that can be part of a globalize world.
Curriculum
IB, British, International
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Colegio Pestalozzi (Swiss School)

Colegio Pestalozzi (Swiss School) is a Swiss international school. It serves preschool through high school.
Curriculum
IB, Swiss, Peruvian
Languages of instruction
German, Spanish
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Peruvian North American Abraham Lincoln School

Welcome to the IB Peruvian North American Abraham Lincoln School where over 1 300 students from Nursery to Grade 11 learn and develop in a challenging, inclusive and nurturing, bilingual and multicultural environment. Lincoln School has been inspiring learning within our community since 1950 and are committed to meet the challenges of this era of knowledge and thus prepare its students to become active, creative and responsible citizens.
Curriculum
IB, Peruvian
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2023/2024
from: S/. 19,200
to: S/. 19,200

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