Leptis International School

Leptis International School is an international school in San Ġiljan, the lively coastal town better known in English as St Julian's. It teaches the British curriculum set by Pearson/Edexcel, which will feel familiar to families coming from England, and its aim is to prepare students not just for exams but for life as thoughtful, responsible global citizens. It is listed in our directory of international schools in Malta.

The curriculum and school stages

Edexcel is a UK exam board, and Pearson is the company behind it, so the qualifications are internationally recognised and the learning follows a path that British parents will recognise. The school provides curricula across its educational stages: the primary stage runs from first grade to sixth grade, and the middle stage from seventh grade to ninth grade.

Teaching is designed to support critical and analytical thinking, co-operation and teamwork, with a mix of learning and cultural experiences intended to widen students' horizons. The curriculum is meant as a strong academic foundation that gives children the skills and qualifications for future study and careers.

An international community

Leptis welcomes children from expatriate communities, including families linked to international businesses, organisations and diplomatic missions, as well as local students. Students and teachers come from many nationalities and cultures, which gives children everyday chances to learn new languages and to understand different ways of life.

For a family relocating, a school with this mix can make settling in easier. Our guide to relocating to Malta from the UK covers the practical steps, and our page on working remotely from Malta is useful for parents who will be based at home. If you are comparing the cost of living, see our Malta tax guide for UK nationals.

Values and school life

The school promotes integrity, inclusivity and creativity, and it calls itself more than a school: a community in which parents, teachers and students work together to create a safe, supportive and inspiring place to learn. The photographs on this page show a campus of pale limestone buildings with lawns, garden beds and a play area where children draw outdoors.

St Julian's has plenty for families to enjoy outside school hours. Our things to do in Malta and best beaches in Malta pages are good places to start, and visitors staying nearby can look at hotels in Sliema and St Julian's. Children's activities in the area are listed under Afterglow Events and Adventure Hub.

Questions worth asking

Choosing a school from abroad is easier with a checklist. Ask which year groups have places, how the school assesses a child who has followed the National Curriculum in England, what the daily timetable looks like, how languages are taught and how new arrivals are supported in their first weeks. It is also sensible to ask about uniform, transport, meals and after-school activities, since the school's website does not set these out. Parents who have not yet chosen an area to live can use the school's location in St Julian's as a starting point for their search.

If your child is nearing a key exam stage, say so in your first message. The British Edexcel route has set assessment points, and an early conversation helps the school advise on timing for a move.

Applying and getting in touch

The school invites families to make contact about applications, admissions and fees, and it does not publish its fees online. A short note with your child's age, current school year, the curriculum they have studied so far and your planned arrival date will help the school respond usefully. The Malta weather guide and our about Malta overview give extra background for a first visit, including what to expect from the Maltese summer when children are travelling to and from school.

Use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Leptis International School.