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Homeschooling in Mauritius is permissible with authorisation from the Ministry of Education. The Education Act requires school attendance up to age 16, but does not specify that a child must attend a physical school building. Mauritius's education system is Cambridge-based: the national secondary exams are the Cambridge School Certificate (O-Level) and Higher School Certificate (A-Level), administered by the Mauritius Examinations Syndicate (MES) jointly with Cambridge Assessment. This means CambriLearn's Cambridge curriculum aligns directly with the national qualification standard.
Homeschooling in Mauritius is permissible but requires engagement with the Ministry of Education. Section 37 of the Education Act makes education compulsory up to age 16. The law defines "school" as a registered primary or secondary school, which means the standard expectation is that children attend a registered institution. However, the law does not explicitly prohibit home education, and families have successfully homeschooled with Ministry of Education authorisation.
If you are a Mauritian citizen, the Ministry of Education expects your child to be enrolled in a registered school. Families who wish to homeschool should contact the Ministry to discuss their plans and obtain the necessary authorisation. The process is not as formalised as in countries like Ireland or the UK, but proactive engagement with the Ministry is strongly recommended. If your child was previously enrolled in a school, you will need to explain your education plan and demonstrate that your child will receive an education that meets recognised standards.
Expatriate families in Mauritius have greater freedom to pursue alternative education. Expats can enrol their children with an accredited international online school without the same constraints as Mauritian citizens. If you later decide to place your child in a local school, the Ministry of Education will require documentation: proof of two years of school attendance and a letter of transfer from the previous school or education provider.
Mauritius uses Cambridge as its national standard. This is what makes Mauritius unique among the countries on this page. The Cambridge School Certificate (SC, equivalent to O-Levels) and the Higher School Certificate (HSC, equivalent to A-Levels) are the standard national secondary qualifications. They are administered jointly by the Mauritius Examinations Syndicate (MES) and Cambridge Assessment International Education. Mauritian students consistently rank among the top performers globally in Cambridge examinations. A student following CambriLearn's Cambridge* curriculum is studying toward the same qualification framework that Mauritian schools use.
If you are a Mauritian citizen, contact the Ministry of Education to discuss your plans and obtain authorisation. Explain your chosen curriculum, how your child will be assessed, and how the education provision meets recognised standards. For expat families, this step may not be required, but keeping records of your child's education is still important for future school transitions.
The Cambridge International curriculum is the natural choice for Mauritius given its alignment with the national system. CambriLearn offers Cambridge* International GCSEs and A-Levels, Pearson Edexcel, and the US K-12 programme. The school provides the curriculum, teaching, materials and assessment.
Mauritius has a well-established network of Cambridge exam centres through the MES. CambriLearn students sit Cambridge* and Pearson Edexcel examinations at registered centres on the island. US curriculum students earn their diploma through CambriLearn's Cognia-accredited programme without a separate exam sitting.
A quiet workspace and a reliable internet connection. Mauritius has excellent broadband and mobile data coverage across the island. CambriLearn's live lessons are timetabled and taught by qualified teachers, with recorded sessions available for catch-up. The time zone (GMT+4) aligns well with CambriLearn's teaching schedule.
Mauritius's education system is Cambridge-based, which means the international British curriculum is directly aligned with the national qualification framework.
| Curriculum | Qualification | Mauritian University Admission | International Recognition | Via CambriLearn |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritian National (Cambridge-based) | PSAC, SC (O-Level), HSC (A-Level) | Direct admission via MES results | 160+ countries (Cambridge) | No (via MES centres) |
| Cambridge Int.* | Int. GCSE, AS, A-Level | Equivalent to national SC/HSC | 160+ countries | Yes, private candidate exams |
| Pearson Edexcel | Int. GCSE, Int. A-Level | Accepted by Mauritian universities | 80+ countries | Yes, accredited centre |
| US K-12 | US High School Diploma | Accepted with credential evaluation | US, NCAA approved | Yes, Cognia accredited |
Cambridge is the default in Mauritius. Because the SC and HSC are Cambridge qualifications, a student following CambriLearn's Cambridge* curriculum is working toward qualifications that are recognised on the same basis as those earned in Mauritian schools. This makes the Cambridge pathway the most straightforward option for homeschooling families in Mauritius, whether they plan to attend university locally or internationally.
French-system families. Some private schools in Mauritius follow the French education system (Baccalauréat). CambriLearn does not offer the French curriculum, but families transitioning from the French system to Cambridge will find that the International GCSE serves as an effective entry point into the Cambridge pathway.
