Liberté School
International School in Cape Town
Quick answer
Liberté School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with notably small class sizes averaging 4 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $2,530–$3,308/year, it sits below the Cape Town average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, Other taught at Liberté School.
- Tuition: $2,530–$3,308/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 4 (max 4) Cape Town international school · 44 students total.
- 6 nationalities top: South African followed by French.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 11 school day starts at The school opens at 07:30. Classes start at 08:00..
44
6 (South African followed by French)
4 avg / 4 max
Rolling
About Liberté School
Liberté School provides a learning environment where children are allowed the freedom to learn in a manner most suited to them individually. Our educational approach is based on Cognitive Science principles: the science of learning and thinking with a strong focus on the development of executive functioning skills.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $2,530 – $3,308 |
| Annual tuition (local) | R 46800-R 61200 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $3,689(+26%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $5,189 |
| Cost position in Cape Town | 3th percentile(budget-friendly) |
British, Other
Cambridge Centre For Evaluation and Monitoring
Significantly above average
French and German
At Liberté, we view each child as a unique individual with unique learning styles, strengths, and sometimes areas that can be considered challenges. We believe that children with mild learning or physical challenges can develop and learn effectively in an environment like ours designed for individual differences. However, the school does not cater for special needs education.
No.
Yes
The school opens at 07:30. Classes start at 08:00. – Primary School: The academic day stops at 14:00 with after care, extra-murals and extra classes offered from 14:00 - 17:30
Yes
No
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Cape Town
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Less diverse
Common: South African followed by French
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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