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Below, we have compiled our top 20 international schools in South Africa according to our users. However, there are another 38 schools to choose from in the country. 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 the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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.

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 138,000
to: R 156,000

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 97,263
to: R 247,032
Reviews
(1 review)

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 85,910
to: R 199,650
Reviews
(1 review)

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 69,690
to: R 75,090
Reviews
(13 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 - 2024/2025
from: R 76,620
to: R 101,400
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Cognia Academy

Cognia Academy is a future-focused learning hub that blends online Cambridge education with in-person mentorship and support. We offer personalised academic pathways, holistic development, and a vibrant, inclusive community where students are seen, heard, and empowered to thrive at their own pace.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: R 78,000
to: R 78,000

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 78,920
to: R 78,920
Reviews
(1 review)

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 380,494
to: R 683,012

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

Jacaranda International School

At Jacaranda International, the journey of lifelong learning begins at just 3 months old. Our school offers a comprehensive international curriculum designed to inspire young minds from infancy up until secondary school. We also offer French as an additional language and have a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 44,990
to: R 66,000

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 49,339
to: R 97,472
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 - 2024/2025
from: R 46,800
to: R 61,200
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 13
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 102,066
to: R 125,729

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 56,435
to: R 133,375

Somerset College

As a school with a Christian foundation, the staff and students work in an environment based on strong values, spiritual development, and a commitment to community service – all of which play a fundamental role in the development of responsible, caring individuals. At Somerset College, there is a keen focus on educating the whole child. Academics, Sport, Cultural Activities, Leadership and Spiritual Development, Environmental and Outdoor Programmes ensure that every student can flourish and explore individual talent in any number of spheres.
City
Cape Town
Curriculum
British, Christian, South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 58,300
to: R 169,900
Reviews
(1 review)

Michael Mount Waldorf School

Michael Mount Waldorf School is an alternative private school situated in Bryanston, Johannesburg catering from 4 months to matric. Our holistic approach to education prioritizes critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
Waldorf
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 84,177
to: R 137,881
Reviews
(1 review)

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 51,450
to: R 103,286
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Alma Mater International School

The focus at Alma Mater is to develop well-rounded young men and women who are specifically groomed to excel at secondary and tertiary study. The Cambridge International Examinations were created for this precise purpose. Learners can also complete their A Levels at Alma Mater; this option greatly benefits learners who want to pursue careers in highly specialised fields such as medicine. Alma Mater provides a safe, friendly and disciplined learning environment in which it builds social and academic skills in self-confident students.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
British, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 42,900
to: R 108,850
Reviews
(3 reviews)

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 - 2024/2025
from: R 73,956
to: R 92,100

Reddam House Bedfordview

Reddam House Bedfordview private school in Johannesburg provides education, which extends beyond the traditional academic ambit.
Reddam House Bedfordview is situated in the serenity of the old Kensington golf course, high above the gold-bearing reefs of Egoli, amid Victorian homes of a bygone era.
City
Johannesburg
Curriculum
South African
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: R 78,277
to: R 165,521
Reviews
(1 review)

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