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International Schools in Macao, Macau

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About international schools in Macao, Macau

International schools in Macao operate in a compact, bilingual education market where English-medium programmes sit alongside strong Mandarin pathways and the city’s Portuguese and Cantonese context. Families can expect a mix of curricula - notably the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge/IGCSE routes and some Canadian provincial programmes - and schools commonly teach in English with Mandarin offered as a major second-language stream. Annual tuition varies by school and by age, with recent published fees for established international schools typically running from around MOP 80,000 a year in lower grades to more than MOP 160,000 in senior secondary, depending on the provider and whether a family is eligible for local subventions. Admissions follow a Northern-hemisphere school calendar (term starts in August/September), with central registration windows and termly deposits used to hold places; non-Macao residents must also ensure the child’s stay or residence status meets the immigration rules for study.

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At a glance 4 schools · avg fee MOP 78,903
Schools listed
4
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
MOP 78,903
Fee range
MOP 38,243 – 130,020
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (2 schools)
Average school size
931 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Macau Anglican College
Oldest
Kao Yip Middle School (KYIS) (1975)
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FAQs for Macau

Which international curricula are available in Macao and how do they differ?
Macao’s international schools offer a mix of curricula including the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSE/A-Level pathways and some Canadian provincial programmes (for example an Alberta curriculum in at least one school). The IB focuses on inquiry, international-mindedness and a continuum from early years through the Diploma Programme, Cambridge routes are subject-based with IGCSEs preparing students for A-Levels or other post-16 options, and provincial/foreign systems follow the standards of their home jurisdictions; each prepares students differently for universities, so check subject choices and university guidance at any school you consider.
How much should I budget for international school tuition in Macao?
Published fee schedules show a broad band: some established international schools publish annual fees around MOP 80,000 for younger years rising to well over MOP 150,000 - 168,000 for senior secondary. Additional costs that are commonly extra include registration/seat deposits, school trips, examination fees, meals and school transport, and some local families may be eligible for government subventions that reduce the effective cost for Macao residents.
When do applications and enrolment usually happen?
Most international schools in Macao follow an academic year that begins in August or September, with application cycles, seat deposits and central registration windows concentrated in the spring and early summer months. For kindergarten entry there is a central registration timetable managed by the Education and Youth Development Bureau and schools commonly publish April - June deadlines and deposit schedules for new admissions, so start enquiries several months before you need a place.
What languages are used for teaching, and are bilingual options available?
English is the predominant medium of instruction in Macao’s international schools, while Mandarin is widely taught and often offered as part of a bilingual pathway; Cantonese and Portuguese are part of the local linguistic environment but are less commonly the main medium in international schools. If maintaining or developing Chinese language skills is important, check each school’s Chinese curriculum level (Mandarin speakers versus Chinese-as-an-Additional-Language) and how much classroom time is allocated to bilingual teaching.
Can non-Macao residents enrol and what immigration steps are needed?
Non-Macao residents can attend school in Macao but must comply with immigration rules: in practice that usually means holding the appropriate stay or residence permit and, where relevant, applying for the Special Authorization to Stay for non-resident students within the required timeframe. Parents should confirm visa/stay requirements with Macao immigration and with the school before accepting a place, since the school will typically require proof of legal stay when completing enrolment.