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Last updated: 4th Jan 2012
The Cayman Islands have excellent schools, from kindergarten through to university level. There are approximately 4,862 students in the public school system and 2,881 students in private schools. In Cayman, it is compulsory that all children from the ages of four years and nine months to age 17 attend school. It is the CI Government’s stance that expatriates employed in the private sector who qualify to have their dependants on Island with them (i.e. earn over CI$3,500 per month and have two dependants on their work permit) should educate their children in private schools. If the government employs the expatriate and the employee does not want to send their children to private school, then the expat’s children can attend government schools if space is available.
If you are an expat on a work permit, the law requires that schools see a copy of your immigration paperwork verifying that your child is a dependant on your work permit. The Immigration Department will request you to bring in a copy of your acceptance from a private school before your work permit is stamped. You may find it difficult to find a place for your child, so contact several different schools at the earliest possible moment. If you are Caymanian or a permanent resident of the Islands and want your child to attend private school, you need to take a copy of your child’s birth certificate to the school, fill out an application form and pay an application fee (between CI$50 and CI$300 depending on the school). If your child is older, the school may have other requirements, such as a student reference and entrance/placement testing before acceptance is confirmed. Once the acceptance is confirmed, you usually have to pay the first month’s school fees as a deposit to hold the place. There is no charge for Caymanians or permanent residents to register their child at a government school.
For preschool, your child can usually start at age two. For primary school, starting age depends on whether you will be sending your child through the British school system (Cayman Prep and High School and St. Ignatius) or the American school system (Cayman International School and Triple C). In the British system, your child can enter kindergarten if they are four by September, while in the American system, your child must be five by September. Students over age 17 can attend the International College of the Cayman Islands and the University College of the Cayman Islands. Most private schools in Cayman are in the enviable position of having long waiting lists for kindergarten and primary school places. As early as possible, place your child’s name on the list at your preferred school. (This can be done even while you are pregnant and then take the birth certificate to them after the birth!) Siblings, children of alumni and members of the affiliated church (if it is a faith–based school) come at the front of the list, so even if your child is on a waiting list, enrolment is not guaranteed.
The fees for private schools are as follows: Montessori and similar preschools usually cost in the region of CI$8,000 per year for a full–day (less for a half–day) but you can find a few church-based nursery schools that charge only CI$350 per month; middle school (kindergarten to grade 5/6) cost between CI$2,750–CI$14,000 per year; and high school (grades 7–12) cost CI$3,250–CI$15,000 per year. Please note that at most private schools a second child will receive a 10% discount on fees and any third or subsequent children will receive a 15% (or more) discount. Most private schools also prefer fees to be paid per term or annually. If you have to pay the fees monthly (usually 10 equal payments), then you will be required to get permission and the school will usually want post dated cheques.
For government schools, Caymanian students do not pay school fees. All non-Caymanian students attending the public schools pay CI$750 per year for primary school, CI$900 per year for middle school and CI$1200 per year for high school.
All new students entering either government or private schools for the first time must have a health screening before the new school year begins in September. Take your child and their immunisation record to either the Public Health Department, which offers free screenings, or to a private doctor, either of which will issue a health screening certificate which must then be taken to the school your child is entering. Without this documentation the school cannot enrol your child.
The health screening your child will receive is a complete exam that includes hearing and sight tests; weight, height and nutritional assessment; blood typing; mental and speech development examination and a family medical history. If any required immunisations have not been done they will be administered at this time. For more detailed information about the tests performed, call the John Gray Medical Centre on (345) 925 5401.
Students enrolling in Government schools must register with the Department of Education Services, 130 Thomas Russell Way, George Town, Grand Cayman or the Cayman Brac Teacher’s Centre before the end of July each year. You will need to present a copy of the child’s birth certificate, immunisation card and documentation showing the child’s residency category (i.e. a passport or status letter). Parents must also supply proof of their street address by presenting a utility bill, lease or notarised letter from a landlord if renting. Catchment areas determine which school your child will attend.
Many private schools in Cayman will test your child for placement even if they are entering the first year at four years of age. If your child is slightly older and not entering the first or second year it might be worth asking to see the paperwork for this test so that you can prepare your child. If your child is transferring from another school, they may need official school records from the previous school(s) as well as transcripts from all classes (if transferring at the high school level). Finally, don’t be surprised if your 10–17 year old is required to take a drug screening test and asked to supply character references before being invited to attend an interview. Not all schools are this strict, but in a way, it does show the parents how committed the school is to their child’s education.
Once your child has been accepted you will have to organise school uniforms. Most of the schools sell their own or will let you know where to buy them. School fees quoted in this chapter are for the 2011/12 calendar year and are subject to change.
GOVERNMENT EDUCATION
PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Bodden Town Primary School
Principal: Ms. Centoya Cacho
Tel: (345) 947 2288 Fax: (345) 947 8870
East End Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Allison Wallace
Email: Allison.Wallace@gov.ky
Tel: (345) 947 7428 Fax: (345) 947 8869
George Town Primary School
Principal: Miss Marie Martin
Tel: (345) 949 2689 Fax: (345) 949 5596
John A Cumber Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Lyneth Monteith
Email: lmonteith@ighs.edu.ky
Tel: (345) 949 3314 Fax: (345) 949 1096
North Side Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Carol Nyack
Email: cnyack@btps.edu.ky
Tel: (345) 947 9516 Fax: (345) 947 8868
Prospect Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Gloria Bell
Email: Gloria.Pollard@gov.ky
Tel: (345) 947 8889 Fax: (345) 947 2405
Red Bay Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Vickie Frederick
Email: Vickie.Frederick–Best@gov.ky
Tel: (345) 947 6333
Fax: (345) 947 6642
Savannah Primary School
Principal: Mrs. Margaret Rattray
Email: Margaret.Rattray@gov.ky
Tel: (345) 947 1344 Fax: (345) 947 8871
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS
Clifton Hunter High School
Principal: Dr. Steven Geraghay
Email: sgeraghty@chhs.edu.ky
Tel: (345) 949 9488 Fax: (345) 949 9490
John Gray School
Principal: Mr. Aldin Bellinfantie
Email: Aldin.Bellinfantie@gov.ky
Tel: (345) 949 9444 Fax: (345) 949 6871
PRIVATE EDUCATION
KINDERGARTENS, PRESCHOOLS
& PRIMARY SCHOOLS
The Achievement Center
197 Shamrock Road, Next to Red Bay Primary
PO Box 12320, Grand Cayman KY1-1011
Tel: (345) 947 5050 Fax: (345) 947 5051
Ages: 12 months-4 years
Application fee: CI$50
Monthly fees (for 10 months): CI$450
Cayman Academy
211 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 515, Grand Cayman KY1–1106
Tel: (345) 949 7190
Email: principal@caymanacademy.org
Monthly fees (for 9 months):
Pre–K–Grade 6: CI$350
Cayman Casa Montessori
491 Crewe Road, George Town
PO Box 31597, Grand Cayman KY1-1207
Tel: (345) 924 5846
Email: caymancasamontessori@gmail.com
Application fee: CI$100
Fees: Half-day CI$600, Full-day CI$800
Cayman International School
95 Minerva Drive, Camana Bay
PO Box 31364, Grand Cayman KY1–1206
Tel: (345) 945 4664 Fax: (345) 945 4650
Email: cis@cayintschool.ky
www.caymaninternationalschool.org
Director: Jean Caskey
Academic calendar: September–June
Ages: 2–18 years
Student population: 425
Application fee: CI$300
Annual fees:
Nursery: 5 days/week CI$7,640
3 days/week CI$4,584
2 days/week CI$3,056
Pre K3–Pre K4: CI$9,175
Kindergarten: CI$9,920
Cayman International School offers Middle/High School as well.
Cayman Learning Centre
7 Pasadora Place, Smith Road
PO Box 10018, Grand Cayman KY1-1001
Tel: (345) 943 7323
Fees: CI$40 per session.
For more information see the heading on ‘Tutoring’.
Cayman Prep School
PO Box 10013, Grand Cayman KY1–1001
www.cayprep.edu.ky
Established: 1949
Director: Michael McGrath
Primary School Principal: Brian Wilson
242 Smith Road, George Town
Tel: (345) 949 5932
Fax: (345) 949 5535
Email: psoffice@cayprep.edu.ky
Academic calendar: September–July
Ages: 4–18 years
Registration fee: CI$100
Annual fees: Kindergarten–Year 6: CI$8,100
Cayman Prep School offers Middle/High School as well.
Discovery Kids Preschool
93 Hospital Road, Sigma Building,
PO Box 12180, KY1-1010
Tel: (345) 946 5437
Email: info@discoverykids.ky
Application fee: CI$100
Monthly Fees:
Full-Time programme: CI$500 per month
Three-day programme: CI$390 per month
Two-day programme: CI$275 per month
First Baptist Christian School
920 Crewe Road, Red Bay
PO Box 10275, Grand Cayman KY1–1003
Tel: (345) 945 7906 Fax: (345) 945 5958
Email: fbcs@fbcs.edu.ky
Application fee: CI$150
Annual Fees: Kindergarten–Grade 6: CI$7,140
Sibling’s fees: CI$6,803
After school programme:
Full time: CI$190 per month
Part time: CI$150 per month
Meals: Hot lunches CI$5 daily through the Food for Thought programme
Student population: 85
Average class size: 18–22
Curriculum: American
Facilities: Gym, computer lab, mobile laptop carts, library and large sports field.
Extracurricular activities: Languages, music, junior bands, sports, after school clubs,
Spanish, English as a second language programme and tutoring. First Baptist Christian School offers Middle/High School as well.
Grace Christian Academy
21 Crescent Close, off Boltins Avenue, West Bay
PO Box 31930, Grand Cayman KY1–1208
Tel: (345) 945 0899 Fax: (345) 945 0896
Email: gca@candw.ky
Principal: Ramona Melody
Academic calendar: August–June
Application fee: CI$50
Ages: 3–18 years
Annual fees:
Preschool–Kindergarten: CI$8,051
Grades 1–5: CI$8,565
Meals: Hot lunch CI$4–$5 daily
Student population: 126
Maximum class size: 14
Note: Second and third siblings are given a discounted rate
Curriculum: Christian–based education. Kindergarten-Grade 5 Cayman Islands, UK,
US and Caribbean curriculum.
Facilities: Swimming pool, science and fully equipped IT computer lab, music room, sports field, basketball court and two playground areas with equipment.
Extracurricular activities: Scuba Dive Certification, cooking club, debating club, board games, dance aerobics, woodworking, chess club, Spanish for Kindergarten to Grade 12, performing arts, Bible study and free after school tutorials. Clubs change each term. Early bird and after school care service available.
Bus service: A school bus runs from Countryside Shopping Centre in Savannah to the school in West Bay and back daily. Grace Christian Academy offers Middle/High School as well.
Hope Academy
Units 2-7 Grand Harbour Shoppes
PO Box 31160, Grand Cayman KY1–1205
Tel: (345) 769 4673 Fax: (345) 769 4675
Email: hopeacademycayman@gmail.com
Head of school: Samantha Tibbetts
Academic calendar: September–July
Ages: 4–16 years
Fees: Application fee: CI$50
Annual fees: CI$10,000
Meals: Hot lunches CI$6 daily
Student population: 75-90
Maximum class size: 12
Curriculum: American but varies with child’s abilities. Hope Academy offers Middle/High School as well.
Jack & Jill Nursery
& Early Learning Centre
(Affiliated with Miss Nadine’s Preschool)
90 Anthony Drive, George Town
PO Box 1140, Grand Cayman KY1–1102
Tel: (345) 949 5794 Fax: (345) 945 8180
Email: ncvopreschool@candw.ky
Fees: Monthly tuition CI$350
Application fee: CI$40
Kids Adventures Pre-School
Unit 6 & 8, Trinity Square
Eastern Avenue, George Town
PO Box 2116, Grand Cayman KY1–1105
Tel: (345) 949 2586 or (345) 927 1516
Email: kidsadventures@candw.ky or
adowns.kidsadventures@candw.ky
Principal: Arlene Downs
Academic calendar: September-June
Summer programme: 1st July - 31st Aug
Ages: Nursery (3 months-24 months)
Toddlers (2 yrs-3 yrs), Pre-K (3-4 yrs)
Kindergarten (4-5 yrs)
Student population: 70
Application fee: CI$50
Hours & Monthly fees:
Full-time 5 days a week, 7am-5.30pm: CI$425
Part-time 3 full days or 5 half days which runs (7am-1pm): CI$275
Meals: Hot breakfasts, lunches and snacks
Facilities: Partially-shaded outdoor play area with age appropriate play equipment. After school service available for primary school children (CI$150-$200 per month for 2-3 hours).
Launch Pad Enrichment Centre
1866 Shamrock Road, Savannah
Tel: (345) 623 1866
Email: info@launchpadcayman.com
Fees: Monthly sliding scale, CI$650 preschool, partial scholarships, government assistance, CI$250 afterschool.
Little Trotters Farm & Nursery School
39 Columbus Close, off Walkers Rd
PO Box 1046, Grand Cayman KY1–1102
Tel: (345) 949 4080
Email: littletrotters@candw.ky
Monthly fees:
Half-day (7.30am-12.30pm): CI$695
Full-day (7.30am-5.30pm): CI$830
Facilities: Set within a farmyard, Trotters have a miniature pony, pig, a goat called Todd, ducks, rabbits and a chicken. There is a pond with bridge and fish, a large shaded porch, a tree filled playground and nature trail. There are fruit trees, a vegetable patch and a thatched wooden gazebo for snack and story time.
Miss Nadine's Preschool
(Affliated with Jack & Jill Nursery)
90 Anthony Drive, George Town
PO Box 1140, Grand Cayman KY1-1102
Tel: (345) 945 1078 Fax: (345) 945 8180
Email:nvcopreschool@candw.ky
Fees: Monthly fees: CI$350
Montessori By The Sea
Prospect Point Road, Prospect
PO Box 11747, Grand Cayman KY1–1009
Tel: (345) 947 0684 Fax: (345) 947 0794
Email: kmj_mbts@candw.ky
Fees: Application fee: CI$150, Monthly Fees: Toddler Programme (21 months–3 years): Full–day CI$980, Half–day CI$880, Casa Programme (3–6 years): Full–day CI$855, Half–day CI$805 (3 year old age limit), Elementary Programme (6–12 years): CI$880, Middle Years Programme (13–14 years): CI$975
Other fees: Annual book fees: CI$200-CI$300; Annual enrolment fee: CI$125; Annual enrichment programme fee:CI$300; Annual parent guild fee: CI$75
Montessori Del Sol
11 Hinds Way, (off Walkers Road), George Town
PO Box 11887, Grand Cayman KY1–1010
Tel: (345) 949 3222
Email: montessori@candw.ky
Fees: Application fee: CI$150, Monthly fees (for 10 months): Toddler Programme (2–3 years) Half–day Programme (8am–12pm): CI$735, Primary Programme (3–5 years) Half–day Programme (8am–12pm): CI$710, Full–day Programme (8am–3.30pm): CI$860, Annual registration and supplies fee: CI$200
Montessori School of Cayman
519 South Church Street, George Town
PO Box 30333, Grand Cayman KY1-1202
Tel: (345) 949 0202
Email: montessorischoolofcayman@yahoo.com
Fees: Application fee: CI$150, Monthly fees (for 10 months): Toddler programme (18 months-2½ years) Tues and Thurs (11.45am-2.45pm): CI$350, Primary Programme (2½-5 years) Half-day (8am-12.30pm): CI$700 Full-day (8am-3.30pm): CI$850
St. George’s Anglican Preschool
64 Courts Road, Off Eastern Avenue
PO Box 1633, Grand Cayman KY1–1109
Tel: (345) 945 0441 Fax: (345) 945 0441
Email: eggyfdes@yahoo.in
Application fee: CI$50
Monthly fees: CI$350
St. Ignatius Catholic School
599 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 2638, Grand Cayman KY1–1102
Tel: (345) 949 9250 Fax: (345) 945 6230
Email: general@st–ignatius.com
www.st-ignatius.com
Established: 1971
Head of School: Tom McGrath
Academic calendar: September–June
Ages: 3–18 years
Application fee: CI$100
Annual fees:
Nursery–Year 6: Annual: CI$7,355
Per Term: CI$2,574 (3 terms)
Monthly: CI$795 (10 months)
Sibling discount: A third child receives a 25% discount on fees
Student population: 635
Average class size: 22–26
Meals: Hot lunches CI$4.75-$5.75 daily
Curriculum: Modified British Curriculum
Facilities: Three science labs, music wing (including sound–proofed practice rooms), learning support centre, canteen, art room, two computer labs, school hall, modern classrooms, sports field, basketball and netball courts and laptop programme for years 7-13.
Extracurricular activities: After school clubs, art, drama, music, sailing, tennis, diving, cricket, rugby, soccer, Cub Scouts, Brownies, cooking clubs, annual music production, house activities. After school care available from 2.30pm–5.30pm daily. Weekly learning support visits available. St. Ignatius offers Middle/High School as well.
Sunny Smiles Preschool
832 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 1723, Grand Cayman KY1-1109
Tel: (345) 949 8318
Email: sunnysmilepreschool@yahoo.com
Tiny Tots Academy
109 Hinds Way, off Walker’s Road, George Town
PO Box 11171, Grand Cayman KY1–1008
Tel: (345) 623 8687/(345) 526 2610
Email: tinytots@candw.ky
Fees: Application fee: CI$25, Monthly fees: Full time 7am-6pm CI$650, Part-time 3 full days CI$400, or 5 half days 7am-12pm CI$350
Triple C School
74 Fairbanks Road, George Town
PO Box 10498, Grand Cayman KY1-1005
Tel: (345) 949 6022 Fax: (345) 949 6803
Email: triplec@candw.ky
Application fee: CI$100,
Annual fees: Preschool Full–day: CI$5,700
Half Day: CI$4,274, K–Grade 3: CI$6,063
Truth For Youth School
84 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 370, Grand Cayman KY1–1106
Tel: (345) 949 2620 Fax: (345) 945 4617
Email: truthfys@candw.ky
Fees: Monthly fees (for 10 months)
Pre K–Grade 6: CI$320
Wee Care Centre
(part of First Baptist Christian School)
920 Crewe Road, Red Bay
PO Box 10275, Grand Cayman KY1–1003
Tel: (345) 949 0691 Fax: (345) 945 5758
Email: weecare@fbcs.edu.ky
Academic calendar: Year–round (closed last week in August and Christmas week)
Ages: 3 months to 4 years
Application fee: CI$150
Monthly Fees: Full time: CI$680
Part time: CI$550 (under 2 years add $30)
Two–Day Programme: CI$295 per month
Three–Day Programme: CI$440 per month
Meals: Hot lunches CI$4
Student population: 150
Average class size: 11 for infants; 18 all others
Student-Teacher ratios: 3-12 months 1:3 12-30 months 1:5
31 months-4 years 1:10
Facilities: Two playing fields, a gym and ride–on toys.
Wesleyan Christian Academy
150 North West Point Road, West Bay
PO Box 346, Grand Cayman KY1–1301
Tel: (345) 949 1121
Fax: (345) 949 1762
Email: info@wcacayman.com
Application fee: CI$75
Annual fees: Preschool–Grade 8: CI$3,550
ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE
& HIGH SCHOOLS
Cayman Academy
211 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 515, Grand Cayman KY1–1106
Tel: (345) 949 7190
Email: principal@caymanacademy.org
Fees: Application fee: CI$40, Monthly fees (for 9 months): Pre–K–Grade 6: CI$350, Grade 7–12: CI$570. If school fees are paid by term students can receive a discount of up to 6%. If school fees are paid by year students can receive a discount of up to 9.5%.
Cayman International School
95 Minerva Drive, Camana Bay
PO Box 31364, Grand Cayman KY1–1206
Tel: (345) 945 4664 Fax: (345) 945 4650
Email: cis@cayintschool.ky
www.caymaninternationalschool.org
Director: Jean Caskey
Academic calendar: September–June
Ages: 2–18 years
Student population: 425
Application fee: CI$300
Annual fees:
Nursery: 5 days/week CI$7,640
3 days/week CI$4,584
2 days/week CI$3,056
Pre K3–Pre K4: CI$9,175
Kindergarten: CI$9,920
Grades 1–3: CI$11,562
Grades 4–5: CI$14,005
Grades 6–8: CI$14,321
Grades 9–10: CI$14,729
Grades 11-12: CI$15,015
Note: 2% discount applied to an annual payment, 5% surcharge if paid monthly (10 equal instalments). There is a 10% reduction for the second child and 15% for the third and subsequent children.
Meals: Hot lunches CI$6 daily
Average class size: 15-16, Pre-K to Grade 12
Curriculum: American
Facilities: Multi–purpose hall, computer lab, art room, library, science lab, music room, swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts.
Extracurricular activities: Music, art, ballet, dance, yoga, science, Brownies, choir, soccer, tennis, basketball and swimming. After school care is available from 2.15pm-5.30pm.
Cayman Prep & High School
PO Box 10013, Grand Cayman KY1–1001
www.cayprep.edu.ky
Established: 1949
Director: Michael McGrath
Primary School Principal: Brian Wilson
242 Smith Road, George Town
Tel: (345) 949 5932 Fax: (345) 949 5535
Email: psoffice@cayprep.edu.ky
High School Principal: Sheila Purdom
559 Walkers Road, George Town
Tel: (345) 949 9115 Fax: (345) 949 9811
Email: hsoffice@cayprep.edu.ky
Academic calendar: September–July
Ages: 4–18 years
Registration fee: CI$100
Annual fees:
Kindergarten–Year 6: CI$8,100
Years 7–9: CI$8,780
Years 10–11: CI$9,095
Years 12–13: CI$10,350
Note: Fees can be paid monthly (10 instalments).
Annual snack fee: CI$60 per term
Annual book fee (Kg-Y6): CI$150
Annual PTA fee: CI$75
Student population: 780
(Primary 440 / High 340)
Meals: Hot and cold lunches CI$5.25-$6 daily
Maximum class size: 25
Curriculum: British based
Facilities: Multi-purpose halls, specialist IT and science labs, art rooms, drama studio, music rooms, sports field, research libraries, basketball/netball courts and sixth form facilities.
Extracurricular activities: Duke of Edinburgh Award; annual music production, music choirs debating; after school clubs including art, drama, photography, dance, trampoline, chess; sports including rugby, cricket, football (girls and boys), netball, table tennis, field hockey, volleyball, badminton, fitness, sailing and diving.
First Baptist Christian School
920 Crewe Road, Red Bay
PO Box 10275, Grand Cayman KY1–1003
Tel: (345) 945 7906 Fax: (345) 945 5958
Email: fbcs@fbcs.edu.ky
www.fbcs.edu.ky
Principal: Dr. Linda Cross
Academic calendar: September–June
Ages: 5–12 years – Grades K-6
Application fee: CI$150
Annual fees: Kindergarten–Grade 6: CI$7,140
Sibling discount: Sibling’s fees are CI$6,803
After school programme: CI$190 per month full–time and CI$150 part–time
Meals: Hot lunches CI$5 daily through the Food for Thought programme.
Student population: 85
Average class size: 18–22
Curriculum: American
Facilities: Gym, computer lab, mobile laptop carts, library and large sports field.
Extracurricular activities: Languages, music, junior bands, sports, after school clubs, Spanish, English as a second language programme and tutoring.
Grace Christian Academy
21 Crescent Close, off Boltins Avenue, West Bay
PO Box 31930, Grand Cayman KY1–1208
Tel: (345) 945 0899 Fax: (345) 945 0896
Email: gca@candw.ky
Principal: Ramona Melody
Academic calendar: August–June
Application fee: CI$50
Ages: 3–18 years
Annual fees:
Grades 6–8: CI$9,012
Grades 9–12: CI$ 9,525,
Meals: Hot lunch CI$4–$5 daily
Student population: 126
Maximum class size: 14
Note: Second and third siblings are given a discounted rate
Curriculum: Christian–based education. Grade 6-12, US curriculum. Scholarships available for students in grades 7-12.
Facilities: Swimming pool, science and fully equipped IT computer lab, music room, sports field, basketball court and two playground areas with equipment.
Extracurricular activities: Scuba diving certification, cooking club, debating club, board games, dance aerobics, woodworking, chess club, Spanish for Kindergarten to Grade 12, performing arts, Bible study and free after school tutorials. Clubs change each term. Early bird and after school care service available. Bus service: A school bus runs from Countryside Shopping Centre in Savannah to the school in West Bay and back daily. Grace Christian Academy offers Preschool/Primary School as well.
Hope Academy
Units 2-7 Grand Harbour Shoppes
PO Box 31160, Grand Cayman KY1–1205
Tel: (345) 769 4673 Fax: (345) 769 4675
Email: hopeacademycayman@gmail.com
Head of school: Samantha Tibbetts
Academic calendar: September–July
Ages: 4–16 years
Application fee: CI$50
Annual school fees: CI$10,000
Other fees:
Annual book fees: CI$200 per student
Tutoring fees: CI$40 per session
Speech fees: CI$100 per session
Behaviour therapy: CI$100 per session
Occupational therapy: CI$100 per session
Educational assessment: CI$2,600
Meals: Hot lunches CI$6 daily
Student population: 75-90
Maximum class size: 12
Curriculum: American but varies with child’s abilities
School description: A full-time educational programme designed especially for those who would benefit from a smaller learning environment. This includes students with average to above-average intelligence who may be dealing with specific learning difficulties, ADHD, high-functioning Pervasive Development Disorder (or mild Autistic Spectrum Disorder), anxiety based disorders, and/or other challenges. All of the programmes are geared toward helping each child reach their full potential. This starts with their Pre-K 4 year old programme that encourages a love of learning while building early literacy skills. It continues through High School where it encourages independence and responsibility while preparing for college. Please note an educational assessment or screening is usually required on enrollment. Extracurricular activities: After school programmes are available and may include academic intervention, homework assistance or one of the therapy options available.
St. Ignatius Catholic School
599 Walkers Road, George Town
PO Box 2638, Grand Cayman KY1–1102
Tel: (345) 949 9250 Fax: (345) 945 6230
Email: general@st–ignatius.com
www.st–ignatius.com
Established: 1971
Head of School: Tom McGrath
Academic calendar: September–June
Ages: 3–18 years
Application fee: CI$100
Annual fees:
Nursery – Year 6: CI$7,355
Year 7–11: CI$8,845
Year 12–13: CI$10,342
Fees: can be paid monthly or per term
Sibling discount: A third child receives a 25% discount on fees
Student population: 635
Average class size: 22–26
Meals: Hot lunches CI$4.75-CI$5.75 daily
Curriculum: Modified British Curriculum
Facilities: Three science labs, music wing (including sound–proof practice rooms), learning support centre, canteen, art room, two computer labs, school hall, modern classrooms, sports field, basketball and netball courts and laptop programme for years 7-13.
Extracurricular activities: After school clubs, art, drama, music, sailing, tennis, diving, cricket, rugby, soccer, Cub Scouts, Brownies, cooking clubs, annual music production, house activities. After school care available from 2.30pm–5.30pm daily. Weekly learning support visits available.
Triple C School
74 Fairbanks Road, George Town
PO Box 10498, Grand Cayman KY1-1005
Tel: (345) 949 6022
Email: triplec@candw.ky
Application fee: CI$100
Annual fees: Grades 4–6: CI$6,306
Grades 7–8: CI$6,670
Grades 9–10: CI$7,883
Grade 11: CI$8,004,
Grade 12: CI$8,125
Other fees include book fees, capital fee and graduation fee and add up to an additional CI$650+ per year.
Wesleyan Christian Academy
150 North West Point Road, West Bay
PO Box 346, Grand Cayman KY1–1301
Tel: (345) 949 1121 Fax: (345) 949 1762
Email: info@wcacayman.com
Application fee: CI$75
Annual fees: Preschool–Grade 8: CI$3,550
Grades 9–12: CI$4,050
OVERSEAS EDUCATION
Although Cayman has excellent schools, some parents will look to broaden their children’s horizons by placing them in overseas boarding schools. There are several options, but the most popular ones seem to be in the United States, in Canada and in the United Kingdom. A good way of getting advice is by contacting an agency such as www.gabbitas.co.uk, where they can assist in finding the most suitable school, recommend summer programmes, and advise on language and guardianship issues. Local travel agencies can also be very handy as they are familiar with all the unaccompanied minor travel requirements. There is also a recently organised group of parents, whose children already attend boarding school, who you can contact for sharing information and support. Contact Claudia Subiotto at caymanboardingroup@gmail.com.
COLLEGES & TERTIARY EDUCATION
A number of advancements have been made in tertiary education in Grand Cayman over the last few years. Up until recently, it was only possible to earn an Associate’s degree (two–year college degree) on–Island, and this did little to train Caymanians for job opportunities in the Cayman financial services sector. Now, however, educational programmes are specifically catering to the financial industry, as well as tourism, construction and jurisprudence. Institutions such as the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) and the International College of the Cayman Islands (ICCI) offer full undergraduate degrees (3–4 year degrees) and also graduate level and professional training. There is an open campus available through The University of the West Indies which features computer applications training courses, supervisory management courses, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Spanish for Travellers. Training for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examinations and MBA programmes are also available and broaden opportunities for career advancement. The Cayman Islands Civil Service College (CICSC) was established in 2007 to further New Public Management reforms as well as the learning and development needs of The Cayman Islands Civil Service, and to carry out research. The CICSC is currently offering degree programs through the auspices of the University College of the Cayman Islands. It is also formulating e-learning capabilities for continuing education, specialty training, and support of competency-based human resources initiatives (www.csc.ky).
Other areas of progress in the educational field in Cayman include a programme developed by the Ministry of Education and sponsored by: Butterfield Bank, LIME and CML Offshore Recruitment called Passport2Success. It was initiated because many local employers found that significant numbers of high school leavers lack some employability skills such as communication and professional etiquette, and some required supplementary work on literacy and numeracy. The programme which is run by The Wellness Centre, provides the participant with practical training in job specific areas, work experience and career guidance. Passport2Success is a full time programme that runs for 12 weeks, four times a year. Please contact the The Wellness Centre on (345) 949 9355 or info@wellnesscentre.ky for registration.
Cayman Islands Law School
PO Box 1568, Grand Cayman
Tel: (345) 945 0077 Fax: (345) 946 1845
Email: mitchell.davies@gov.ky
The Cayman Islands Law School’s undergraduate programmes are associated with the University of Liverpool in England, to which CILS is affiliated. The law degree is a Qualifying Law Degree, which means it is recognised by the Bar Council and Law Society of England and Wales.
International College of
the Cayman Islands
595 Hirst Road, Newlands
PO Box 136, Grand Cayman KY1–1501
Tel: (345) 947 1100 Fax: (345) 947 1210
Email: info@myicci.com
ICCI is a US accredited institution of higher learning offering multiple courses that are listed in the school catalogue and online on the school’s website.
St. Matthew’s University
PO Box 32330, Regatta Office Park, Leeward 3
Grand Cayman KY1–1209
School of Medicine
Dean of Basic Sciences: Dr. Senthil Kumar
Tel: (345) 945 3199
Full-time Fees:
Basic Sciences: US$8,900 per semester
Clinical Studies US$10,450 per semester
Misc. Fees: Approx. US$750 per semester
Degree length: Four years
Academic calendar: Year–round
Medical students complete five semesters (three semesters a year) of basic science and pre–clinical studies in Grand Cayman and are then transferred to do clinical rotations at a teaching hospital in the US or UK to complete their medical degree programme.
School of Veterinary Medicine
Dean: Dr. William Wagner
Tel: (345) 745 3199
Degree length: Four years
Academic calendar: Year–round
Fees: Full–time US$9,875 per semester for Basic Sciences, US$16,450 per semester for Clinical Sciences, Misc. fees approx. US$750 per semester. Veterinary students complete seven semesters (three semesters per year) of basic sciences instruction in Grand Cayman along with a year of clinical instruction at an affiliated US or Canadian veterinary school.
University College of the Cayman Islands
168 Olympic Way off of Walkers Road
George Town, Grand Cayman
PO Box 702, Grand Cayman KY1–1107
Tel: (345) 623 8224
Fax: (345) 949 6781
Email: info@ucci.edu.ky
Please contact UCCI directly for costs, start dates and educational requirements.
Certificate Programmes: Accounting, Computer Technician, Hospitality Studies, Electrical Technology and Construction Technology.
Associate Degrees: Accounting, Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, Hospitality Management, Literary Studies, Social Studies, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Bachelor of Science Degrees: Business Administration, with concentrations in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing; BSc in Computer Science; BSc in Natural Science, BSc in Social Sciences; Bachelor of Education. Graduate Studies and Executive Training Programmes: Master of Human Resource Management, Master of Education, Master of Business Administration, Executive Certificate in Management, Becker CPA Review, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Training, Air Transport Management and Customised Contract Training. Professional Programmes: ILEX Legal Studies Certificate, ILEX Vocational Paralegal Certificate, ILEX Legal Secretarial Certificate, Certificate in Management Practice Certificate, Cayman Banking Certificate, Teacher’s Aide Certificate and Microsoft Certification Programmes. Continuing Education: IMI Mechanics, Foundation Mathematics, Foundation English, ESOL, Academic Courses, Leisure Courses. Other: UCCI also offers consultancy services from their highly qualified staff.
University of the West Indies
(Open Campus) Cayman
Tel: (345) 946 8322 Fax: (345) 949 0886
Email: cayman@open.uwi.edu
Programme Courses: 30 hour courses in Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office Applications, Supervisory Management, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and Spanish for Travellers located on the Grand Cayman campus. Students on a work permit may follow courses in all programmes (degree as well as local courses) but enrolment in local courses do NOT suffice for student visa purposes as far as Immigration requirements are concerned.
On site Facilities: Library, computer centre, classrooms. The site is responsible for all of the Open Campus’s activities in the Cayman Islands, including public service, outreach activities, research and continuing education programming.
OTHER EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Baraud Training Centre
Tel: (345) 945 1770
Email: training@baraud.com
Facilities: State of the art training centre set up to accommodate a max of eight students providing extensive IT skills and IT portfolio.
Professional courses offered: Information technology courses in computers and the internet, MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Publisher, MS Access, MS FrontPage and QuickBooks 2009.
Innovative Management & Professional Training (IMPT)
Tel: (345) 943 4678 Fax: (345) 943 4679
Email: info_impt@candw.ky
IMPT offers computer training seminars and international certification programmes which include: ACCA Qualifications, ACCA Foundations in Accountancy Scheme, Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), Certified Business Professional (CBP) Programs, ICSA Certificate in Offshore Finance and Administration.
Esolutions Computer Training, Sales & Service Centre
Unit 13, Plaza Venezia, George Town
Tel: (345) 943 3765
Email: esolutions@candw.ky
Word processing skills improvement, Microsoft Office Suite courses, training for QuickBooks and Adobe Photoshop, as well as many other small application training courses.
ART, COMPUTING & COOKING CLASSES
Courses in computing, languages, secretarial skills, cooking, painting, photography, playwriting and pottery are frequently offered. Look for ads in the local newspapers or contact the Cayman National Cultural Foundation (www.artscayman.org) or the National Gallery (www.nationalgallery.org.ky).
LANGUAGE COURSES & TRANSLATION SERVICES
Baraud Training Centre
Tel: (345) 945 1770
Email: training@baraud.com
Habla (Cayman), Ltd.
Tel: (345) 925 4892
Email: sandra@habla.ky
Habla teaches Spanish in the classic Castilian style and offers training in students’ homes. They also offer professional translation services.
JCF English Tuition
Tel: (345) 927 7809
Email: mjfrazer@candw.ky
Qualified ESL teacher (English as a Second Language) offering private tuition in your home to children or adults.
Modern Language Institute & Tutoring Services Ltd
Tel: (345) 943 8254
Email: modernlanguages11@yahoo.com
Provides foreign language lessons, translations and interpretation in several languages.
Sylvan Learning
Tel: (345) 943 7000
Email: sylvancayman@candw.ky
Teaches English to Spanish speakers.
Cayman Immigration Consultant Services
Tel: (345) 943 1186
Email: cics@candw.ky
English/Spanish translations.
MUSIC LESSONS
Cayman Music School
Tel: (345) 938 3848
Email: info@caymanmusicschool.com
Group and private lessons for adults and children in the following areas: piano, singing, violin, guitar (classical and electric), flute, saxophone, drums. They have a Rock School programme for rock guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and rock band.
Musicians.ky
Tel: (345) 525 6787
Email: Janine@musicians.ky
Musicians.ky offers private instrumental lessons (ages 5 to adult) in piano, violin, viola, cello, voice, recorder, flute, clarinet, saxophone, guitar and music theory.
FIRST AID, CPR & AQUATIC TRAINING COURSES
The Cayman Islands Red CrossOffers the American Red Cross (ARC) syllabus and certification in the following courses: Infant/Child First Aid and CPR; Adult First Aid, CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator); Lifeguard, Pro Responder CPR and Basic Water Rescue. Call Peter on (345) 925 0715 for specialist training, course bookings or group classes. FA/CPR full certification costs CI$110 and recertification of an existing CPR qualification costs CI$60. Public classes are held in the evening during the week and all day Saturday. See www.redcross.org.ky for the latest training schedule.
HOME SCHOOLING IN CAYMAN
It is also possible to home school your children in the Cayman Islands with the approval of the Department of Education. Here is what you need to do:
- Complete a home schooling form obtained from the Department of Education. This form is to be submitted, along with a cover letter, explaining the reason for the home schooling request.
- Submit information on the curriculum and teacher for the child/children. If parents decide to home school their own child/children, the Department is open to this option. In this instance, information about the parents’ educational background needs to be provided. The Department of Education does not provide teachers for home schooling.
- Submit proof of the child’s/children’s enrolment in a home schooling programme. Examples of acceptable proof include, for example, payment receipts (credit card payment slips or bank drafts) for a home school curriculum.
- The completed package (cover letter, home schooling application and documentation) should be delivered to the Department of Education Services for the attention of Mrs. Shirley Wahler, Chief Education Officer. The Department’s physical address is 130 Thomas Russell Avenue (Room 7). If the package is being mailed or emailed the address is:
Mrs. Shirley Wahler Chief Education Officer Department of Education Services PO Box 910 GT, Grand Cayman , KY1–1103 Email: shirley.wahler@gov.ky
- Once the package is received, it is reviewed and a letter is then prepared with the decision. This letter is sent to the parents by mail and a copy is also sent to the Immigration Department for their records.
SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION
For children with mild to moderate special needs, it is expected that within the government or private schools these additional educational needs be met inclusively within the students’ regular classroom. For more intensive services, there are now a few options: Hope Academy, The Wellness Centre, The Learning Villa, home–grown support groups and private tutoring.The Wellness Centre offers a range of specialised children’s services including comprehensive psychological-educational assessments for learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, and other behavioural, clinical and developmental disorders. They offer a range of services to assist children with special needs, including occupational therapy, social skills groups, play therapy and Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA). They also provide a range of parent training services and host a monthly Autism Parent Support Group. Tel: (345) 949 9355 or email: info@wellnesscentre.kyCayman Learning Centre assists students diagnosed with dyslexia and offers a critically acclaimed Intensive Read and Spell program to help dyslexic students develop phonemic awareness, a necessary skill for literacy success. Individuals become aware of the mouth actions which produce speech sounds, which will enable them to become self-correcting in reading, spelling and speech. Call (345) 943 7323 or email: info@caymanlearning.com. Diagnosing learning challenges can be obtained with Dr. Louise Malcolm PhD M. Ed. She offers psycho-educational services and can be reached on (345) 321 5274. Chatterbox Speech & Language Therapy (Call Roz Griffiths on Tel: (345) 926 1693, or email: chatterbox@candw.ky) offers assessment, diagnosis and therapy for speech, language or literacy difficulties. Another alternative option now available on the Island is the Learning Breakthrough Programme, which uses a combination of fun and deceptively simple balance and visual activities to remediate and alleviate learning difficulties. It is a drug-free alternative and is open to both children with learning difficulties and adults who want to enhance their brain function. Improvements are seen in reading, attention, academics, executive function, athletics and general brain fitness. To learn more or to book an appointment with Jackie Ridgway the Learning Breakthrough co-ordinator, call the Cayman Physiotherapy offices in Pasadora Place, Smith Road on (345) 949 8828, mobile: (345) 546 1719 orjaclynridgway@hotmail.co.uk. For moderate to severely mentally challenged children, or for children with multiple challenges (for example vision or hearing impaired or learning disabilities), there is the Lighthouse School. This is a government school for children from ages 4–16. If you feel your child would benefit from this school you must contact the head of Student Services, Brent Holt, at the Department of Education (Tel: (345) 945 1199 or Brent.Holt@gov.ky). All children attending the Lighthouse School need to be recommended for entry by the Department of Education after an assessment by a multi–disciplinary team.The Government also operates the Early Intervention Programme for both Caymanian and expatriate children from birth to school-age who might experience moderate to severe disabilities or developmental delays. Speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, educational psychology and advisory services from specially-trained teachers are offered. More information can be obtained by calling the Lighthouse School (Tel: (345) 947 5454) and asking for the Early Intervention Programme. For adults (age 17 and older) with special needs there is the Sunrise Adult Training Centre (Tel: (345) 949 3330). The primary functions of the facility are to provide training and therapy for adults with disabilities to help them learn the skills they need to become responsible, productive and fully functioning members of the community. This is done through Life Skills, Functional Academics and Computer Assisted Learning programmes, comprehensive Occupational and Physical Therapy and Vocational Training and Placement (full-time or part-time job placements in the community with on-going coaching and support from Sunrise Staff). The Special Needs Foundation of Cayman (Tel: (345) 769 4673 or email: caymanfoundation@gmail.com) is a non-profit organisation of parents, educators and professionals committed to supporting children with a range of special needs. They work with professionals, providers and policy makers to ensure that needed services and options are available. The Special Needs Foundation of Cayman meets on the third Thursday of every month at the Hope Academy School located in Grand Harbour.Cayman Echoic (Tel: (345) 326 5126) offers trained auditory processing awakening programmes using psycho-acoustically modified music based on the Tomatis Effect, which stimulates the ears to improve auditory processing which helps stimulate brain activity. Cowboy Town Stables in Lower Valley is the first and only therapeutic horsemanship program in the Cayman Islands. Participants experience many positive benefits, physically, mentally, emotionally and socially from equine-assisted activities. Cowboy Town delivers riding opportunities which emphasise safety and individual attention in a manner that challenges riders with disabilities to achieve their utmost potential and reward their efforts. NARHA certified instructors are skilled horsemen with strong teaching skills, thoroughly trained to teach the rider with disabilities. For information call (345) 916 8571.Mr. Rayle Roberts & Associates offer specialised pyschological sessions for youth who have faced a difficult range of anxieties, sadness or family conflict. They are treated by a trusted mentor with talk therapy and alternative therapies such as EMDR and hypno-therapy. They use a unique multi-disciplinary approach of modern technological advances with the wisdom of ancient systems of healing and traditional psychotherapy. Mr. Rayle Roberts has managed a 36-bed inpatient unit at Florida Hospital Psychiatric Therapeutic in Orlando. He has also worked with the Department of Family Services in Central Florida investigating abuse cases and the Florida Department of Corrections with troubled teens. They can be contacted on (345) 946 9389 or email: info@therapy.ky. A full list of services can be viewed at www.therapy.ky.TUTORING SERVICES For tutoring, there is the Cayman Learning Centre located in 7 Pasadora Place, which offers three programs: 1) An after-school Core Training in literacy (reading fluency, comprehension and writing) and numeracy/math for students age 5- High School. CLC first complete an assessment to determine your child’s specific needs. Their focus is threefold: consolidating the skills learned in school, building each student’s focus and confidence and teaching students the study skills required for academic success. 2) Specialised intensive reading and spelling programmes to support dyslexic students. 3) A part-time morning Building Blocks programme for children aged 3-5 focusing on motor skill development, early reading, writing, mathematics, arts and crafts. For information call (345) 943 7323.
Sylvan Learning gives specialised instruction in multiple academic areas, including reading and writing, basic maths, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and pre–calculus, to children pre–K through grade 12 and adults. Sylvan is located in the Cayman Centre (Tel: (345) 943 7000 or email: sylvancayman@candw.ky). There is also Claude Bailey (Tel: (345) 926 3812) for grades 3–12, plus college calculus, algebra and statistics. He runs a maths summer camp for all ages too. Mr. Bailey was a recipient of a Chamber of Commerce Golden Apple Award in 2008 for outstanding service in the field of education. He serves George Town, West Bay, Bodden Town and Savannah.Additional private tutoring services include: Julia C. Frazer for English studies (Tel: (345) 927 7809 or email: mjfrazer@candw.ky) or Island Tutor for English, maths and home-schooling (Tel: (345) 517 8115 or email: caymantutoring@hotmail.com), or contact Jaclyn Ridgway for multi-disciplinary studies on (345) 546 1719 or send an inquiry to email: jaclynridgway@hotmail.co.uk) For younger children (2-10 years) there is Montessori Home Tutoring (Tel: (345) 917 6375) which offers small group or individual tutoring to children ages 2 to 10 in maths, literacy, French and creativity. They also run a summer camp. Finally, the recently established Literacy & Language Institute (Tel: (345) 917 5555 or email: literacycayman@gmail.com) offers early literacy and oral language development (ages 6 months-4 years), complete literacy tutoring (ages 5-16), adult literacy (ages 16 and older) and also English as a second language (ages 12 and older).
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