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Located in Strovolos, a suburb of Nicosia, Cyprus. The street address is 1 Nikos Ierides Street, Strovolos, Nicosia 2034. The postal address is PO Box 23640, 1685 Nicosia, Cyprus.
Ages 4 to 18; Primary and Secondary.
Private international day school; co-educational.
The Falcon School runs a Learning Support Centre (LSC) led by a SENCO that coordinates support for students with Special Educational Needs. Students with additional learning needs are identified and supported after formal assessment, often via an Individual Education Plan (IEP). The LSC provides direct and indirect learning interventions and may involve external specialists; the LSC does not cater for students with very severe learning or physical disabilities.
Cyprus
The school day runs from 07:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday.
Yes; The Falcon School operates School Buses.
Uniform items are required for both Primary and Secondary, with Summer and Winter sets. Primary Summer includes a Falcon blue skirt/shorts/trousers and a blue/white shirt; Winter adds a white shirt with logo, a polo shirt with logo, a black pullover, and a fleece. Uniform items may be purchased from Victuar Limited, Andreas Avraamides Street, Strovolos.
The Falcon School is a private international school founded by Mr. and Mrs. Ierides.
The Falcon School is an accredited IB World School offering the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The language of instruction is English; Modern Greek and other languages are taught. The Falcon School provides continuous education for girls and boys aged 4 to 18.
The Falcon School fosters an inclusive, supportive environment that emphasises belonging, safety, self-worth and holistic growth for every student. The IB learner profile guides attributes such as caring, open-mindedness, balance and reflection to support social and emotional development. A Learning Support Centre (LSC) led by an educational psychologist coordinates support for students with Special Educational Needs, including social and emotional considerations. The school identifies students with additional needs early and works with parents and teachers to provide appropriate resources and interventions. Form teachers and subject teachers monitor wellbeing and refer concerns to the learning support team to coordinate targeted support. Multilingualism is recognised as a strength, and inclusive environments are emphasised to foster self-esteem and belonging.
There is a Learning Support Centre (LSC) led by an educational psychologist that coordinates support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), both physical and developmental. The LSC does not cater for students with very severe learning or physical disabilities, but has supported students with autism spectrum conditions and, in the past, blind students. Early identification of additional educational needs is pursued, with assessment and provision of support using available resources; external services may be connected as needed. The SENCO leads the LSC, with student support specialists providing direct and indirect intervention and reviewing data to identify those needing help. On occasion, external agencies such as independent educational and clinical psychologists may be recruited to support a student's learning. Confidentiality of all students' information is respected.
The language of instruction is English, and Modern Greek and other languages are taught at the Falcon School. Multilingualism is recognised as a strength and resource, reflecting the school's international mindset. The Falcon School is an IB World School, with language access and inclusion supported within IB frameworks. The school accepts students on the basis of assessments of their academic potential and learning needs, with inclusive access arrangements where appropriate.
The Inclusion Policy recognises that some students may have social and emotional needs as part of learning. The Learning Support Centre provides interventions and reviews data to identify students requiring support, and may involve external professionals. The school emphasises belonging, safety, self-worth and holistic growth as core elements of a supportive environment. Form teachers and subject teachers work with families and the LSC to address concerns about academic, social, emotional or physical wellbeing. The IB framework reinforces caring, balance and reflective practices to foster students' wellbeing and resilience.
Confidentiality of all students' information must be respected. Form teachers are the first point of contact for concerns and route concerns to the learning support team to coordinate safeguarding responses. The school leadership and the LSC establish processes to remove barriers to learning and ensure a safe, supportive community. Staff collaborate with parents and external resources as needed, and differentiate learning to ensure the safety and welfare of all students. The school aligns with IB missions to create a learning environment that supports safety, inclusion and the welfare of learners.
1. Applications open in January. Application forms may be downloaded from the Downloads Section and must be accompanied by a copy of the birth certificate, a copy of the latest school report, a photograph and the entrance exam fee. Applications should be submitted to the school office between 8am and 12 noon, Monday to Friday. 2. Entrance examinations usually take place in March/April. Exam dates are announced via the school's website and local press in January. On examination day the child must be present by 1:45pm. Children from Greek-speaking schools sit Maths followed by a Greek paper and a short diagnostic English exercise; children from English-speaking schools sit Maths followed by an English paper. 3. All entrance examination papers are marked at the school by teachers of the relevant departments. Equal weight is given to the subjects, and an overall average is taken (the diagnostic English is not included in the average). 4. Results are released via the website soon after the exam. 5. To guarantee a place at the school, successful candidates must indicate that they will accept their place by a date specified by the Ministry of Education and pay a non-refundable reservation fee on the day of registration. Competition for places is fierce. 6. Candidates who are on the waiting list will be informed after the date of registration has closed if places are available. 7. Prospective Parents and Students are welcome to visit the School for a tour and an informal introduction to the Falcon School environment.
Partial scholarships for secondary students maintaining an average of 90% throughout the year provide a 10% discount.
The Falcon School uses a waiting list. Candidates on the waiting list will be informed after the date of registration has closed if places are available.
The Junior School is at Kyriakou Matsi Avenue, Ayioi Omoloyites, Nicosia (PO Box 23903, 1687 Nicosia, Cyprus). The Senior School is at 2 Romanou Street, Latsia, Nicosia (PO Box 25445, 2237 Nicosia, Cyprus). The two campuses are in the Nicosia area of Cyprus. A door-to-door bus service is provided by Hadjilykos & Sons Limited, with a Senior School shuttle service also available for students.
Junior School for ages 3 to 12, following the National Curriculum for England for the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2. Senior School for Key Stages 3 to 5, following the English National Curriculum; students are prepared for IGCSE and A Level examinations as well as the Apolytirion.
Private, not-for-profit school.
The Junior and Senior School provide SEN and Inclusion support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEN/SEND) or English as an Additional Language (EAL). A SEN Coordinator is based at the Junior School and an Inclusions Manager at the Senior School, supported by Learning Support Assistants and liaison with external agencies. Admissions consider individual needs and provide appropriate adjustments in line with Cyprus and UK legislation.
Cyprus
Door-to-door bus service provided by Hadjilykos & Sons Limited; Senior School shuttle bus service also available. Bus information for 2025-26 and related booking forms are provided to applicants.
Uniform is required at The Junior & Senior School for both campuses. The Junior School uniform includes summer and winter options with grey/black bottoms and white polo shirts or dark green tops bearing the school logo, plus a P.E. kit; the Senior School uniform requires charcoal grey trousers/shorts for boys and skirts/trousers for girls, with a white polo shirt or formal shirt and the school logo; leadership roles may require a school blazer, and a Senior School blazer with white shirt and tie is not compulsory but may be required for special occasions.
Fresh, healthy food is available daily from the school canteens, with options including sandwiches and bakes, salads and sushi, pots with tops, savoury snacks, soups, and fresh fruit smoothies. The Kanpla app is used for ordering; EY–Year 1 orders are delivered to the classroom, while Years 2–13 orders are ready for pickup; pre-orders can be placed up to seven weeks in advance; allergy warnings can be added to accounts.
The House System has four houses: Christodoulides (green), Gayford (yellow), Kenny (blue), and Stone (red). The system fosters individual strengths within a group and coordinates House sporting and charity events, encouraging leadership and cross-age collaboration.
The Junior & Senior School is a not-for-profit organisation, run by a board of parent governors who are elected by parents.
The Junior School follows the National Curriculum for England for the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2, for children aged 3 to 12. The Senior School continues with a programme based on the English National Curriculum for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, and prepares students for IGCSE and A Level examinations as well as the Apolytirion. The Junior & Senior School is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme from September 2025. The Senior School Sports School was introduced in 2022, offering a curriculum that combines fitness and sports skills with academics and pastoral care in Cyprus. The school is a Microsoft Showcase School since 2018, and staff use technology in the classroom to differentiate lessons. The school provides an all-through education from ages 3 to 19.
The school's students thrive in international as well as national examinations and competitions, achieving excellent results and receiving prestigious awards, enabling entrance to highly ranked universities and competitive courses across the UK, Europe and North America.
Leavers move on to universities around the world, including the United Kingdom, Europe and North America.
Pastoral care is central to The Junior and Senior School, emphasising relationships, well-being and personal, spiritual and moral development. In the Junior School, class teachers are supported by classroom assistants and Year Leaders who monitor each child's progress and wellbeing. In the Senior School, a Head of Year 7 ensures a smooth transition to secondary education, with Heads of Year, Form Tutors and the School Counsellor providing ongoing support through Year 13. The pastoral team works to ensure every student achieves their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment. The school also emphasises a community ethos through its house system, wide range of activities and commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.
The Junior and Senior School is an equal opportunities establishment welcoming pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities or English as an Additional Language. The Junior School has a Special Educational Needs Coordinator and the Senior School has an Inclusions Manager who oversee Learning Support Assistants, liaise with external agencies and provide support, advice and in-house training to staff. Admission information requests and the assessment process include provision to accommodate SEN or EAL and to ensure appropriate educational opportunities. Provision for SEN(D) and EAL aligns with Cyprus and UK legislation.
Children with English as an Additional Language are welcomed. Booster sessions in English are provided as part of induction for pupils with prior EAL needs. The school maintains dedicated SEN and Inclusions departments to support EAL and other needs and to ensure inclusive learning, in line with Cyprus and UK frameworks.
The Junior and Senior School is committed to promoting mental health and wellbeing for the whole school community. Counselling services are provided by two licensed school psychologists on both sites, and there are School Counsellor Guidelines. A Mental Health and Wellbeing policy and related policies (including Anti-Bullying, Self-Harm, Suicide prevention and others) guide practice and safeguarding of students.
The school has safeguarding arrangements with a defined safeguarding framework, including a Deputy Headteacher Pastoral and Designated Safeguarding Lead and a dedicated safeguarding team, plus a School Counsellor to support pupils. The Pastoral Care page details the safeguarding leads and safeguarding team responsible for keeping students safe in a nurturing environment.
1. Entry points and eligibility: The Junior & Senior School accepts applications for all year groups at any time of the year. Entry points by age (as of 1 September) are Early Years 2 (3 years old), Early Years 3 (4 years old), Reception (5 years old), Year 1 (6 years old), and Year 7 (11/12 years old). Deviation from these groups is considered only when transferring from another education system to ensure continuity or for particular academic reasons; written permission from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sports may be required for placements outside the official guidelines. Applications may be accepted for entry at non-standard points depending on availability and the year-group admission criteria. 2. Application process: The school admits 96 children in each year group with four form groups of maximum 24; Early Years 2 has two form groups of maximum 20 and Early Years 3 has three form groups of maximum 24. Applicants must complete and return the application form with the relevant documentation and the non-refundable registration fee. Due to high demand, early submission is advisable, and families with siblings should apply by June 30th of the preceding academic year (for Early Years and Reception). In Year 7, external candidates should submit their applications at least one week before the entrance examination. 3. Assessment criteria: Early Years 2, 3 and Reception are assessed via an Autumn-term interview with an Early Years staff member, plus activities to profile attainment and aptitude, and a school report from the current school; a selection committee determines offers. Years 1–6 involve individual assessments including an interview and tests in English, Mathematics and non-verbal reasoning, plus a school report and reference. Year 7 external candidates take a computer-based entrance examination (usually held towards the end of March) comprising English Literacy, Quantitative Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning; the examination lasts about two hours. 4. Offers, acceptance, and terms: Offers are made in writing; the school is not obliged to state reasons for rejection or disclose examination marks. Acceptance must be confirmed within two weeks; if fees are not paid by the deadline, the offer may be withdrawn and reoffered to another applicant from the waiting list. The acceptance deposit is non-refundable; deferrals require a written request at least one month before the Autumn term. The school welcomes overseas applicants; submission of an up-to-date school report electronically is advised, with remaining documents provided upon arrival; additional assessments may be required for transfers from non-British systems. Oversubscription leads to a waiting list in order of application date, with priority given to siblings already at the School and other criteria considered as part of the assessment process. The School reserves a place for children of overseas embassy staff until May 1st of the preceding academic year if not claimed earlier. The School is inclusive of Children with Special Educational Needs/English as an Additional Language, with appropriate provisions and accommodations arranged as needed; all SEN/EAL/medical needs must be disclosed on the application form. 5. Additional notes: Applicants' SEN/EAL/medical needs must be disclosed; the School may request resources to meet needs, and if information is not disclosed and later discovered, the School may request withdrawal. Contact the Registrar for further details.
Scholarships are discretionary and awarded to high achieving students as they join the Senior School in Year 7 or later; the programme recognises excellence in music, arts, sport and other extracurricular activities and social engagement through the Sursum Corda for internal candidates, as well as academic excellence through scholarships for internal and external candidates based on ranking from exams. Bursaries are means-tested financial support for eligible families, available to existing students who meet the academic standards for entry and usually awarded for a short period.
If oversubscribed, a waiting list is used in order of date of application to allocate places. Priority is given to applicants with siblings already at the School, and this prioritisation takes into account the assessment status and other criteria. The School may reserve places for overseas embassy staff until May 1 of the preceding academic year if not claimed earlier.
The Lefkosia Campus is located at 177 Kopegchagis Street, 2306 Lefkosia (Lakatamia), Lefkosia, Cyprus. The campus is a modern, purpose-built facility with spacious classrooms, a library, and expansive outdoor grounds. The school sits within a multinational community and is accessible by private bus routes.
Kindergarten and Primary School; Secondary School
Private international day and boarding school
Over 40 nationalities represented.
Language support: complimentary sessions for students with little or no English; Greek language development within the Cypriot curriculum; Greek as a foreign language.
Cyprus
Kindergarten & Primary: School starts at 07:45 and ends at 13:05; Extended Day runs 13:35–16:00 with lunch, homework support and activities. Secondary: All Day School is offered to Years 1–3, with two additional periods after the day and external examination support.
Door-to-door transport provided by a private bus service; after-lunch transport for Extended Day and after-school arrangements; bus pick-up from home or a nearby collection point.
Boarding Lefkosia offers 24/7 supervision in private mini studios with ensuite bathrooms, a dedicated study area, a kitchenette, and a covered balcony. Meals are provided as part of full board, and there are engaging activities during free time. The boarding houses are located about five minutes from the campus, with safety measures including CCTV, a security guard, and card access for safety.
A school uniform is included in boarding fees.
Delicious and nutritious meals served daily. Menus are designed by a licensed nutritionist and prepared in a HACCP- and ISO-certified kitchen. Pupils choose from two daily options, including a vegetarian dish, with unlimited access to salads and fruits; meals accommodate allergies and special dietary needs.
PASCAL Lefkosia uses a House system with four Houses: Demetra, Artemis, Apollo and Poseidon. Students join a House in Year 1 and remain in it through Year 6. Each House runs at least one event per year and supports a charity; a House Coordinator oversees the system.
PASCAL Lefkosia is part of PASCAL International Education, with campuses in Lefkosia, Larnaka and Lemesos, and is a member of Globeducate. Leadership includes Heads of School for each campus; Lefkosia is led by Head Teacher Marios Hadjivasiliou.
The Lefkosia campus offers Cambridge Primary in the Primary School. The Kindergarten and Primary School use Early Years Learning with seven areas and a STEAM approach, fostering multilingual fluency. The Secondary School provides a six-year day and boarding program leading to the Apolytirion, with qualification options including IGCSE, GCE AS/A Level, International A Level, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. In Years 4-6, students prepare for IGCSEs in Year 4 and may choose GCE AS/A Level, International A Level, or the IB Diploma Programme in Years 5-6, with all pupils graduating with the Apolytirion. The language of instruction for compulsory subjects in Years 1-3 is English, with French taught as a compulsory subject and Greek language provisions for non-native speakers.
Graduates progress to top universities worldwide, including Russell Group universities in the United Kingdom and Ivy League universities in the United States.
PASCAL Lefkosia supports social and emotional development through a House system linked to a broad extracurricular programme and inter-school events. Kindergarten and Primary students participate in volunteering for established charities, fundraising, festive plays, STEAM activities, excursions, and international events, which foster teamwork, empathy and resilience. In Years 5 and 6, local and foreign trips help build resilience, self-confidence, and socio-emotional skills. In the Secondary School, students select three clubs from about 30 options, including fashion, charity and fundraising, European Youth Parliament, sports, photography, drama, engineering, robotics and astronomy; participation is mandatory and contributes to the Apolytirion. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is offered as an option to support personal and social development. These experiences complement academic study and help students develop leadership, collaboration and confidence.
The school has a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) policy. SEND refers to pupils with individual learning needs such as dyslexia, ADD, or ADHD who have the academic capacity to meet all curriculum and assessment requirements, but who require Special Arrangements to demonstrate achievement. The SEND policy extends to pupils affected by a temporary, long-term or permanent disability or illness and information about SEND is treated as confidential. Special Arrangements for SEND pupils are made after consideration of each case and require formal documentation from a medical or psychological service; an accompanying person may be provided for pupils with limited mobility, vetted by the School. The SEND Coordinator acts as a liaison between the Cyprus Ministry of Education, relevant district committees and private psychologists, oversees SEND records, and liaises with parents and other professionals regarding SEND pupils. Heads of Year and Form Teachers coordinate pastoral support and ensure the SEND policy is implemented.
Pastoral care is coordinated by Heads of Year and Form Teachers who monitor pupils' well-being, development and conduct. A daily Form Period supports ongoing pastoral care and enables monitoring of personal, social and academic welfare. Guidance and support for studying are provided to help pupils address study skills, motivation, time management, stress, and exam preparation. PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) schemes of learning promote well-being, healthy relationships and resilience. The school emphasises early identification of pupils facing difficulties and works with parents and other staff to support their emotional health.
The School's Child Safeguarding Policy outlines actions to safeguard pupils in school and at home. The policy is based on the International Convention on the Rights of the Child, the European Convention on the Exercise of Children's Rights, the Cyprus Commissioner for the Protection of Children's Rights Law, and aligns with UK best practice and NSPCC guidelines. The welfare of the child is at the heart of the policy, and there is an emphasis on good communication between all staff and those designated for child safeguarding and protection. All members of staff are duty bound to help ensure the wellbeing and safeguarding of all the school's pupils. Aims include helping children develop in a safe environment, identifying those who may be suffering or vulnerable and taking appropriate action to safeguard those in need. The policy is read in conjunction with other policies such as the Study Guide, Rules and Regulations 2024-25 and the Staff Handbook 2024-25, and a safeguarding policy download is available.
The school welcomes students from ages 3 to 18 at Lefkosia, Larnaka and Lemesos campuses. The application process is simple and varies by educational stage. Kindergarten and Primary School: 1. Make an enquiry using the form. The family submits the enquiry to learn more about enrolment. The school will contact the family by phone or email to explain the enrolment process and to schedule a visit. A pupil trial day or an interview with a member of the school leadership team may be part of this stage. If the application is successful, an offer is issued. 2. Enrolment occurs by completing the registration process. Enrollment completes the process for Kindergarten and Primary admissions. The school confirms the place and outlines any next steps. 3. Start the placement by following the registration instructions. This completes the Kindergarten and Primary admissions for the school. English Secondary Day & Boarding School: 1. Make an enquiry using the form. The school will contact you to explain the enrolment process and schedule a visit. 2. You and your child will meet with a member of the school leadership team. 3. Your child will take either an entrance examination or a diagnostic/placement test. 4. The school will make an offer to your child based on the results. 5. If you accept the offer, enrol your child by completing the registration process. 6. For boarding applicants, additional support will be provided for the visa application process.
