5 best private schools in Cyprus to get effective education for international students

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American Academy of Limassol is among the best private schools, colleges in Cyprus for children, schoolchildren and students from abroad. Since 1986 a private co-educational school has been accepting foreign children 2-18 years old for programs with learning English.

The Academy works according to the British educational system, is engaged in all levels of education - from preschool to high school:

• private kindergarten (from 2 to 4 years old);
• elementary school (from 5 to 10 years old);
• high school (from 11 to 18 years).

The educational system at the American Academy of Limassol involves active participation of students in all aspects of school life, a high level of interaction with teachers, the use of the best modern techniques, a large number of practical classes. Teachers of the Cyprus school are leading specialists who have relevant knowledge in their subject area and have extensive experience working with children, adolescents from different countries.

A school in Cyprus annually invites foreign students to study under a variety of programs.

• English courses "Immersion English" are aimed at students (11+) with an initial knowledge of English, suitable for combining with basic general education.
• GCSE program aims to study in high school (14-16 years) according to the British educational standard. Upon completion of the course, students take an exam and receive a certificate that is quoted all over the world and which makes it possible to enter the A-level, IB Diploma programs.
• Preparation for the A-level - a course that includes expansion of general academic knowledge, specialized study of some disciplines, improving the level of English proficiency. Age of students - from 16 years.
• A-Level is a British program of preparation for entering highly ranked universities of the world. Students (16-18 years old) study compulsory and specialized academic disciplines, deepen their command of English. After passing the exams, students receive a certificate.
• International Foundation is an English university preparation program. The teaching methodology includes a language unit (including academic English) and in-depth classes in the chosen direction. Students are over 18 years old.
• English + summer holidays for schoolchildren - a combined course with learning English, a rich entertainment unit, a weekly visit to the laboratory of the University of Nicosia. Qualified teachers, modern teaching methods, constant language practice in the classroom and during joint leisure time will help children and adolescents significantly improve their linguistic level. Age - 11-18 years.

For foreign students, accommodation in a comfortable residence in full or partial board under the supervision of mentors is offered.

Pascal English School is a boarding school that has been hosting students from 12-18 years old since 1988. The network of educational institutions has two Greek and three English schools located in Limassol, Nicosia and Larnaca. Schools of the Pascal English School network have national and international accreditations, extensive experience working with foreign students. 

Programs offered by the school:

• Middle classes (English) - an intensive 6-year course aimed at actively studying the main academic disciplines. The first three years - a general education program, then students choose a profile of study: they study 4 disciplines in depth, 3-6 subjects - as standard. At the end of the program, students pass exams, receive a national certificate of Apolytirion or British GCSE.
• English + summer holidays for schoolchildren - vacation programs for foreign students 9-17 years old. The educational module includes development of basic language skills: reading, listening, grammar, vocabulary. Key attention is paid to the development of fluent oral speech. Experienced teachers, native speakers use the technique of thematic classes. The entertainment module includes excursions, beach vacations, parties, shopping.

Students are provided with accommodation in comfortable apartments or hotels located near the school, boarding meals.