Alexandra House School – English Primary school – Mauritius
Alexandra House School – English Primary school – Mauritius
Alexandra House School – English Primary school – Mauritius


Frequently asked questions

Which curriculum do we follow?
British curriculum (See prospectus - Pg.4) followed closely in core subjects i.e. English, Maths, Science. More global approach in other subjects e.g. History, Geography. More advanced curriculum in French for able pupils.

When does our academic year begin?
Last week of August.

From what age do we start?
Child must be 4 or 4+ in September to join Reception Class in following January, i.e. 4 yrs 4 mths. minimum in January.
First term of Reception is done at local pre-schools. Testing for Reception is done in June.

Do we teach French? Is it treated as a main subject?
Yes - (See prospectus - Pg.7) orally in Classes 1 & 2, reading, writing, grammar etc. as from Class 3. Two groups at each level - core + advanced. 3 hours per week in classes        . More advavced than British curriculum.

Fees?
As per fees sheet.

Do we have any extra fees apart from the school's fees?
As per fees sheet.
Registration fee + Enrolement fee - once only.
Uniform is separate - from School Shop, Candos (See prospectus - Pg.13).
Afternoon activity clubs - optional extra fees.

Are the school books, exercise books included in the fees?
Yes, all textbooks, stationery, art materials, educational equipment and outings are included in the fees.

At what time does the school start and finish?
8.30 am to 2.00 pm. Voluntary activity clubs until 3.00/3.30 pm.

Do we have school outings?
Yes, each term.

Is there any transport facility?
Transport organised by parents. Currently one bus available from Black River area, one bus from Beau-Bassin, Rose-Hill and Quatre-Bornes.

How many children do we have in our classes?
15 (fifteen) on average.

Do the children have to bring their food to school?
Yes, a packed lunch.

Do we have uniforms? From where can they be bought?
From School Shop, Candos (See prospectus - Pg.13).

Are we equipped for children with special needs?
Yes depending on the severity of the needs. Each case is assessed individually.

Do the children have an exam to pass before entering the secondary school?
For Le Bocage - automatic acceptance if they pass our internal exams and if bevaviour appropriate.
For Northfields - entrance exam in May.

 

 

 

 


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