Private English Schools in Limassol and Nearby Neighborhoods

For those considering purchasing property in Limassol and want to attract tenants who are families, it is advisable to invest in neighborhoods near schools. A neighborhood located near multiple schools will be a better option, as most families with children will prefer to live in such areas.

It is important to know that there are long waiting lists for private schools in Limassol, so if you are considering relocating to Limassol, it is recommended to look into educational institutions as early as possible and to register on waiting lists at several schools to secure a place.

Foleys and Golden Oak Schools

Foleys and Golden Oak are located in the same area in the Agios Athanasios neighborhood.

• Foleys School: One of the oldest schools in Limassol and Cyprus, with a reputation for being an excellent school with a British curriculum. Recently, it moved to a new, impressive campus, which includes facilities like a swimming pool and sports amenities. The school offers education from preschool to Grade 12.
• Golden Oak School: A relatively new school (opened two and a half years ago) that implements the British Cambridge curriculum combined with Montessori teaching philosophies. Currently, the school offers education for children aged 2 to Grade 2 and plans to expand the age range each year.

Neighborhoods Near Foleys and Golden Oak:

• Agios Athanasios: A quiet neighborhood with many families; most houses are private homes or low-rise buildings. There is also a significant Israeli population in the area.
• Mesa Geitonia: A neighborhood in the city center, 10-15 minutes by car.
• Other neighborhoods: Germasogeia, Mouttagiaka, Agios Tychon, and Agia Fyla – 15-20 minutes by car.

Heritage, Pascal, and Island Schools These schools are located along the same road, Route 28, which leads toward the Troodos mountains. The road is known to be very busy in the mornings, so most families who send their children to these schools prefer to live in neighborhoods near this road.

• Heritage School: A well-established leading school in Limassol offering education based on the British curriculum from ages 2 to 19.
• Pascal School: Offers education in English under the British curriculum, from age 3 to Grade 12, and also provides international programs such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) for high school graduates.
• Island School: A new school opened two and a half years ago, offering diverse teaching methods such as Waldorf, Montessori, and IB. The school currently operates in a temporary building, but it will move to a larger facility at a later stage.

Neighborhoods Near Heritage, Pascal, and Island Schools:

• Palodia: A neighborhood close to the schools, located on the road to Troodos and the Nea Ekali neighborhood.
• Other neighborhoods: Kato Polemidia, Kapsalos, Agios Nektarios, Ypsonas, Agia Fyla, and Mesa Geitonia.

American Academy The American Academy offers American-style education based on the US curriculum, with options for international programs such as AP (Advanced Placement) and SAT exams. The school operates in three locations within the city, each serving different age groups:

• Nursery – Angel’s Sun Nest Nursery School
• Primary School
• Secondary School

Neighborhoods Near American Academy:

• Petrou Kai Pavlou, Agios Ioannis, Agios Nikolaos, Neapolis, and Mesa Geitonia.

Silverline School Silverline School is located in the Trachoni neighborhood on the outskirts of Limassol, offering education based on the British curriculum from age 3 to 18. The school operates under a “different” license, according to Cyprus’s new law on private schools from 2019.

Neighborhoods Near Silverline:

• Trachoni: The neighborhood where the school is located.
• Other neighborhoods: Ypsonas, Kato Polemidia, Zakaki, and Omonia.

Grammer School Located in the Mesa Geitonia neighborhood, Panthea Hill, according to the British curriculum. The school focuses on providing high-quality academic education and offers programs from age 3 to Grade 12. A well-established school since 1975, with a majority of students being Cypriots, but also students from various international backgrounds.

Neighborhoods Near Grammer School:

• Mesa Geitonia: The neighborhood where the school is located (above the main road).
• Other neighborhoods: Agios Athanasios and Agia Fyla.
• Additional neighborhoods: Germasogeia, Mouttagiaka, Agios Tychon.

Summary Limassol offers a wide range of private English schools, located in various areas of the city and its surroundings. If you are considering relocating to Limassol or purchasing property in the city, it is worth considering proximity to schools, as neighborhoods near these schools are typically more desirable to families with children.