International Schools in Cape Town

International schools in Cape Town are a popular choice for expat parents. Standards are generally high, and international schools are often staffed by expat teachers experienced in delivering the core curriculum of their home system. Consistency, continuity and a sense of familiarity at school can be immeasurably helpful for children adjusting to such a major move.

A further advantage is an opportunity for expat children to form connections with children from diverse countries and backgrounds who nevertheless share the complex experience of being an expat child. Expat parents, too, can benefit from connecting with fellow expats in the school's community.

International schools in Cape Town

American International School of Cape Town

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: American
Ages: 2 to 18
Website: www.aisct.org

Deutsche Schule Kapstadt

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: German
Ages: 5 to 18
Website: www.dsk.co.za

Hout Bay International School

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate and British (Cambridge IGCSE)
Ages: 3 to 19
Website: www.houtbayinternational.co.za

International School of Cape Town

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: British (English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels)
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.isct.co.za

L'école Française du Cap

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: French
Ages: 2 to 18
Website: www.ecolefrancaiseducap.co.za

Reddam House Durbanville

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: South African (IEB), Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels
Ages: 1 to 18
Website: durbanville.reddamhouse.com

Note: Many expats send their children to one of the excellent private schools in Cape Town rather than an international school.