The Bay Academy
International School in Cape Town
Quick answer
The Bay Academy is an international school serving expat families in Cape Town. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $2,653–$6,402/year is in line with Cape Town averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at The Bay Academy.
- Tuition: $2,653–$6,402/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
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About The Bay Academy
Set across two campuses, The Bay Academy offers students a uniquely beautiful and thoughtfully designed learning environment. From Preschool through to Junior and Senior Primary at TBA's Montessori Campus, and onto the High School at TBA's Senior Campus, students experience a seamless educational journey. With consistent care and challenge at every stage, they build trust, confidence, and a love for learning that carries them forward in life.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $2,653 – $6,402 |
| Annual tuition (local) | R 49080-R 118440 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $5,578(+23%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $7,078 |
| Cost position in Cape Town | 48th percentile(mid-range) |
Other
Afrikaans
Yes
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