International Schools in the Cayman Islands

International schools in the Cayman Islands are a popular choice for expat parents looking to ensure continuity in their children’s education. Standards are generally high, and teaching staff are usually well trained.

These international schools offer a range of curricula and extracurricular activities and are an excellent option for expat parents hoping to give their children a smooth transition into life in the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands Office of Education Standards (OES) assesses all schools on the island regularly, including private and international schools. Ratings can be found on the official OES website.

Here is a list of some of the top international schools in the Cayman Islands.

International schools in the Cayman Islands

Cayman International School

Cayman International School (CIS) is rated ‘excellent’ by the Cayman Islands Office of Education Standards. With close to 1,000 students, this bustling American-curriculum school has a great sense of community. Academic standards are high, with the final two years of school being dedicated to the renowned International Baccalaureate curriculum.

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate and American
Ages: 2 to 18
Website: www.caymaninternationalschool.org

Cayman Prep and High School

Cayman Prep and High School is situated in George Town. With over 70 years of history, the school aims to provide a happy and stimulating environment for its pupils. The full English National Curriculum is on offer, including the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels. The school has around 1,000 pupils and currently holds an OES rating of ‘good’.

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: British (English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels)
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.cayprep.edu.ky

St Ignatius Catholic School

St Ignatius Catholic School offers a high quality of education, teaching the full English National Curriculum, including the Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels. Rated ‘good’ by the OES, the school has a student population of just over 700. Guided by a strong Catholic ethos, St Ignatius strives to nurture the spiritual, academic, social and personal development of its students.

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: British (English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels)
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.st-ignatius.com