Education

Top choices for English-speaking families: Northfields International High School (Grand Baie, Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level), Clavis International Primary School (British curriculum), and Lighthouse School (progressive international). For French-speaking families: Lycée La Bourdonnais (French AEFE network) and Le Bocage International School (bilingual). Budget-friendly: Dukesbridge School at MUR 117,000/year. Apply 3–6 months in advance as popular schools have waiting lists.

Annual tuition ranges from MUR 100,000–350,000 ($2,200–$7,800) depending on the school and grade level. Clavis charges MUR 13,150–19,250/month ($290–$430). Lighthouse is MUR 150,000–294,000/year ($3,300–$6,500). Dukesbridge is MUR 117,000/year ($2,600). Add 10–20% for extras: canteen, transport, uniforms, and extracurricular activities. These fees are dramatically lower than equivalent schools in Singapore ($20,000–$40,000) or Dubai ($10,000–$25,000).

Yes - public schooling is free and open to all residents, including children of Occupation Permit and Premium Visa holders. The curriculum is Cambridge-based with instruction in English and French. Children will gain trilingual skills (adding Creole) and deep cultural immersion. Quality varies between schools - apply for star-rated government schools for the best experience. The main adjustment is the bilingual teaching approach and the southern hemisphere school year (January–November).

Both English and French. In the national curriculum, science and mathematics are typically taught in English, while other subjects may use French. International schools vary: Northfields and Clavis are primarily English-medium; Le Bocage and Lycée La Bourdonnais are French-medium or bilingual. Mauritian Creole is used informally among students. Children of English-speaking expats typically acquire conversational French within 6–12 months at any Mauritian school.

Yes - the University of Mauritius offers degrees across business, IT, engineering, and sciences. International satellite campuses include Middlesex University (UK), Curtin University (Australia), and Université Paris II Assas (France). Professional certifications (ACCA, CFA) are available through local study centres. For top-tier international universities, many Mauritians and expat children go to the UK, France, Australia, or South Africa. Government scholarships are available for high-performing students.