FAQs

St Andrew’s is a “through-school” serving children from 18 months through Grade 12. The journey begins in our Early Learning Centre and continues through Primary and Middle Years, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12

We offer an international curriculum enriched with Bahamian content and contexts. We are fully accredited to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. These are complemented by the International General Certificate of Secondary Education and the Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education examinations to ensure both local and global recognition.

Yes. St Andrew’s was the first school in The Bahamas to be authorised as an International Baccalaureate World School, offering the Primary Years Programme and the Diploma Programme. As such, we provide a globally-recognized and academically rigorous education.

We combine international excellence with a proud Bahamian identity. Our 35-acre campus,  highly-qualified local and international faculty and extensive range of activities are supported by accreditation from the Council of International Schools, the International Baccalaureate Organisation and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Our community includes both Bahamian and international families learning together – we celebrate our Bahamian roots while embracing a global perspective.

Apply online via our application portal and upload supporting documents (school reports, recommendations, and medical records). We schedule interviews, screenings, and assessments as appropriate for each grade.

Admissions decisions consider academic readiness, previous reports, teacher recommendations, and (where needed) assessments. Early Learning focuses on developmental readiness; Primary and Secondary require prior academic records, and our placement assessments.

We accept applications year-round, subject to space. We encourage early applications during our priority enrolment period from November to January. The application fee is discounted during this period.

Yes. Depending on the grade, students may complete placement assessments or take part in an interview so we can support the right placement.

Yes, if space is available—please contact Admissions to discuss.

See the tuition fee schedule our ‘Tuition fees’ page.

There is an application fee (prior to screening) and a capital levy at enrolment. Families may also see costs for examinations, uniforms, lunches, trips, extracurricular activities, and formal Learning Support where applicable.

Tuition includes learning materials such as workbooks and, where appropriate, textbooks. A short supplies list is shared at the start of each year for items provided by parents.

Yes. Full four-year scholarships are available to Bahamian students who are 14 years old and in Grade 9 at a Bahamian government school (applications open in January). 

Financial aid for Grades 2–11 may cover up to 50% of tuition, with priority for strong achievement in academics, athletics (especially soccer, swimming, baseball or softball), or the arts. 

Families may pay annually (with a small discount) or by trimester. In some cases, instalment plans can be arranged with the Business Office.

Yes – for families with three or more children enrolled.

Yes. We have a vibrant international community and welcome families from around the world.

As an international school with a long history, we are experienced at supporting new students with diverse backgrounds. We provide a supportive orientation, assign peer buddies, and offer pastoral care to help new students settle in smoothly.

Yes. English as an Additional Language (EAL) lessons are arranged for students who need support to access the curriculum. Students for whom English is not the first language will undergo regular testing and receive modified arrangements where necessary.

Spanish is taught in the Early Learning Centre and Primary School. In Secondary School, students may continue Spanish or begin French.

We share updates through our online learning platform, email, newsletters, and scheduled parent–teacher conferences; our social media channels give families a window into daily school life. See the full explanation here.

We have an active Parent Teacher Association. Parents are encouraged to volunteer, attend events, and support school initiatives – partnerships with families are central to our culture. You can read more about our PTA here.

Our average class size across the school is 16 students, with an overall ratio of 1 teacher for every 7 students. Class sizes are small, ensuring personalised attention and strong student-teacher relationships. PreSchool through Grade 2 classes also benefit from a dedicated teacher’s assistant.

Assessment is designed to improve learning, not just record it. We use clear criteria so students and parents can see where a child is now, what comes next, and how best to get there; assessment also informs teaching and curriculum review.

Teachers check learning throughout the year through classwork, short quizzes, projects, performances, and examinations. Clear feedback is always offered, and results are shared in planners, our online gradebook, and student portfolios. 

In Primary, students also take the Measures of Academic Progress test three times a year to track growth, and report cards use five clear performance levels with teacher comments and scheduled conferences to follow up. 

In Secondary, grades follow published scales for each year group, and age-appropriate national and international examinations help show progress toward graduation.

Classroom teaching is differentiated so every student can access the curriculum. Students with diagnosed needs receive a tiered level of support through our Learning Support Programme; this may include in-class help or one-to-one sessions with specialist teachers. For students who are not able to access external examination pathways from Grade 9 onward, we offer a functional life-skills programme called THRIVE (eligibility typically from age 14).

Students can choose from a wide range of activities—sports, music, drama, service clubs, and academic enrichment—and are encouraged to balance learning with creativity, activity, and service. A full description is available in our “Beyond the Classroom” section.

Yes. Early Learning students wear school T-shirts and shorts; Kindergarten to Grade 11 students wear a formal uniform; Grade 12 has a specific, more relaxed uniform for the International Baccalaureate Diploma year. Many uniform items can be purchased on campus; local retailers also carry the formal uniform, and Secondary blazers are ordered from our online partner.

Yes. Both our Primary and Secondary schools have active Student Councils, and students can also be chosen to be House Leaders. In Grade 11, students may be selected to serve as prefects, or even as our head Girl or head Boy.

Our 35-acre campus includes modern classrooms, science labs, dedicated art and music studios, and the Hurricane Hub Library; all indoor learning spaces are air-conditioned. Sports facilities include a swimming pool, a golf course, playing fields for soccer and softball, and courts for volleyball and basketball.

Yes. Drop-off and pick-up for St Andrew’s students are offered by an independent bus company; contact our Business Office for details.

Breakfast, snacks, and lunch are available to purchase in our on-campus cafeteria (Hurricane Haven), or students may bring their own.

No. St Andrew’s is a day school.

Students graduate with the St Andrew’s High School Diploma. Many also earn the full International Baccalaureate Diploma. Some students take the Bahamas Junior Certificate in Grade 9 and Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education and Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education examinations in Grade 10.

Our graduates go on to leading universities worldwide, most commonly in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, with others attending in Europe and Asia.

Yes. Dedicated university counselling begins in Grade 9 and supports course selection, applications, entrance examinations, and scholarships.