Safe & Connected
Among the lowest crime rates in Europe, widely spoken English, and two international airports make Cyprus a convenient place to live, with direct flights across Europe, the Middle East and beyond.
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Boarding Campus
The Island Private School offers boarding services for students in Grades 8-12.
About
Boarding Campus
A Boutique Boarding Community Built for the World Stage
Founded in 2025, with our first cohort of international students in the TLF Programme, our Boarding Campus has grown quickly: in 2026 we welcomed 56 students across the IBDP and TLF Programmes, drawn from a truly international community. Small by design, our programme pairs challenging academics with the individual support every young person needs to step out on their own and to thrive doing it.
Safe, Close-knit, and International
For our families, safety and community come first. Students live within a structured residential programme that builds independence, healthy routines, and the confidence to grow. Day to day, they learn alongside peers from around the world, developing the intercultural fluency and openness that universities and employers value. By the time they leave, they carry the habits and self-reliance they need for independent life at universities worldwide.
Backed by the Highest International Standards
As a member of the Boarding Schools' Association (BSA) which champions excellence in boarding, safeguarding, inclusion, and health education across more than 50 countries, The Island is connected to a global network of leading independent and state boarding schools. That membership gives us access to BSA's professional development, research, and best practice in student care and wellbeing, so our boarding provision is held to the highest international standards.
- 50 student nationalities
- 2 students per room max
- ~3 min walk to the beach
- 24/7 supervision
- 100+ after-school activities
- 300+ days of sunshine
Cyprus life
Why boarding in Cyprus?
Cyprus offers international students a safe, sunny and welcoming home at the crossroads of three continents.
Sun & Sea
With over 300 days of sunshine a year, a gorgeous Mediterranean climate and beautiful beaches, Cyprus is ideal for outdoor living all year round.
A Hub for Innovation
Limassol's thriving network of international IT and fintech companies lets students explore business and technology, meet entrepreneurs and develop their own ideas, with a wide range of international universities in Cyprus right at their doorstep.
History Everywhere
Discover ancient Kourion, the mosaics of Paphos and Aphrodite’s Rock on easy weekend trips. From archaeological sites to UNESCO World Heritage treasures, Cyprus offers history to explore at every turn.
Endless Fun
From marina shopping and café culture to wandering the Old Town, trying water sports or hiking the Troodos Mountains, Limassol and its surroundings have something for every interest, with a buzzing art, culture and events scene keeping the city lively year-round.
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Arriving in Cyprus
Residency permits & adaptation programme
For students relocating without parents, our school can assist in arranging residency permits (visa), providing a smooth and secure transition to life and learning in Cyprus.
We place great emphasis on our adaptation programme, understanding how important it is for children arriving in a new country to feel safe, supported, and ready to engage in the learning process.
Key areas
- Orientation to boarding life: facilities, procedures and regulations
- Introduction to the local culture and environment
- Emphasis on behaviour codes, safety measures and overall wellbeing
- Boarding staff with experience in pastoral care
- A small boarding guide on arrival, with all the information about life on campus
Learning
Academic programmes
The Island Private School of Limassol offers the IB Continuum Programme for children aged 3 to 19. Alongside the IB curriculum, we offer Waldorf and Montessori pathways. For Grades 8–12, IB and Waldorf Secondary Programmes are available.
After-school activities
We run more than 100 after-school activity groups, covering academics, creativity, sport, and well-being & relaxation.
Student favourites: Model United Nations (MUN), F1 Racing, Fractal Math Olympiad preparation, Graffiti, Liverpool Football Club, Wood Wizards and Music Academy.
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Our graduates
University destinations
Our students graduate with two diplomas: the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the Cyprus Apolytirion, opening doors to universities around the world.
IB Diploma + Cyprus Apolytirion
A day on campus
Daily schedule
A typical weekday for our boarding students, from wake-up to lights out.
- 6:00 – 7:00Waking up
- 7:00 – 7:45Breakfast on campus
- 7:45Transportation to school on the school bus
- 8:20 – 17:30Academic classes and co-curriculars, lunch at school
- 18:00Arrival at the Boarding Campus from school
- 18:30 – 19:30Dinner on campus
- 19:30 – 21:30Activities, evening snack, preparations
- Lights out
Student voice
Student committees
Three specialised groups are established within the campus community.
Social committee
Organising recreational and cultural events, e.g. talent shows, karaoke nights, thematic gatherings and excursions.
Disciplinary committee
Overseeing adherence to disciplinary policies and ensuring safety protocols.
Student council
Representing student interests and collaborating closely with administrative bodies to enhance student experiences.
Fees & services
Boarding options
The services include: accommodation, house parents, daily meals (breakfast & dinners), daily transportation from the Boarding campus to the School and back, weekly cleaning & laundry services, sports activities and weekly trips.
Join us
Admissions
If you are interested in our boarding services, please contact our Admissions team at admission@isl.cy. We will be happy to answer your questions and guide you through the next steps.
