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Schools in Grenada — a complete directory.

Q: What is the education system in Grenada like?

Grenada follows the British educational system. Education is free and compulsory for children between ages 5 and 16. It consists of seven years of primary school, five years of secondary school, and optional post-secondary education. Students take the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) or Cambridge GCE examinations at the end of secondary school.

Q: Are schools in Grenada taught in English?

Yes. English is the official language of instruction in all schools in Grenada, both public and private. Students also study French and Spanish as foreign languages at the secondary level.

Q: What is the difference between public and private schools in Grenada?

Public schools in Grenada are funded by the government and offer free education to citizens. Private schools charge tuition fees and often follow additional curricula such as the American or British international curriculum. Most private schools are concentrated in and around St. George's, the capital.

Q: What qualifications can students earn at Grenadian secondary schools?

Students at Grenadian secondary schools can earn the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC), the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE), or the Cambridge GCE. These qualifications are internationally recognised and accepted at universities in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia.

Q: Are there international schools in Grenada?

Yes. Grenada has several private and international schools offering American or British curricula, including Grenada Montessori, Island Montessori, Westmorland School, and Global Star Grenada School. Many cater to expatriate families, particularly those associated with St. George's University.

From early childhood centres in St. George's to secondary colleges across the parishes, to tertiary institutions shaping the island's future — here is every educational option in the tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.

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Overview

The Grenadian education system at a glance.

Grenada's education system is modelled on the British framework, a legacy of its Commonwealth heritage. Education is free and compulsory for children between the ages of 5 and 16. English is the language of instruction across all levels, and students work toward internationally recognised qualifications — the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC), the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE), or the Cambridge GCE. These credentials open doors to universities in the UK, United States, Canada, Australia, and beyond.

Stage 1

Early Childhood

Pre-primary programmes typically serve children from 3 months to 5 years. Usually attached to primary schools or operated independently as private nurseries.

Stage 2

Primary (7 years)

Compulsory from age 5. Culminates in a Common Entrance Examination that determines placement into lower secondary school.

Stage 3

Secondary (5 years)

Three years of lower secondary followed by two years of upper secondary. Students sit CSEC at the end, or continue to CAPE / Cambridge GCE A-Levels.

Stage 4

Tertiary

T.A. Marryshow Community College is the national public institution; St. George's University offers international degrees; UWI Open Campus provides distance learning.

The directory

Educational institutions in Grenada by level.

The institutions below represent a mix of public and private schools across Grenada's three islands. Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and updated periodically. Contact each institution directly for current admissions, tuition, and programme details.

① Early Childhood ② Primary ③ Secondary ④ Tertiary

① Early Childhood & Pre-Primary

Nurseries and pre-primary schools serving children from infancy to age 5. Many are private institutions located in and around St. George's.

Grenada Montessori & Preparatory School

L'Anse Aux Epines · private · since 1997

A Montessori-based private institution offering programmes from 3 months to 12 years. Known for small teacher-to-student ratios and an individualised approach. Popular with expatriate families, including those associated with SGU.

Pre-primary Primary Ages 3mo–12 Private

Island Montessori School

Mont Tout, St. George · private · since 2007

A not-for-profit Montessori institution enrolling children from 1 to 16 years old. Described as the only Montessori school in Grenada, with a non-competitive, cooperative learning environment and international curriculum influences.

Pre-primary Primary Secondary Ages 1–16 Private

Sandpipers Nursery & School

Maurice Bishop Highway · private

A private nursery and school providing care for infants alongside academic programmes for international and local students. Offers a structured transition from early childhood into primary learning.

Nursery Primary Private International

② Primary Schools

Seven years of primary education, compulsory from age 5. Culminates in the Common Entrance Examination for secondary placement. Public schools are free; private options offer additional curricula.

Westmorland School

St. George · private · primary & secondary

One of Grenada's most established private institutions, offering both primary and secondary levels. Popular with families of SGU faculty and students. Known for holistic academic and emotional development in a safe, structured environment.

Primary Secondary Private

Grace Lutheran School

St. George · private · Lutheran affiliation

A private primary school with Lutheran Christian affiliation, serving families in the St. George's area. Offers a values-based curriculum alongside the national primary syllabus.

Primary Private Religious

Alpha Junior School

St. George · private · Roman Catholic

A private primary school operated under Roman Catholic tradition. Students are not required to follow the religion but are exposed to the school's spiritual and moral framework as part of daily instruction.

Primary Private Religious

3 R's Junior School

St. George · private · primary

A private primary institution emphasising the traditional foundations of Reading, wRiting, and aRithmetic — the "3 R's" of a classical elementary education. Serves families preferring a structured, fundamentals-first approach.

Primary Private

Grenada Junior Academy

St. George · private · primary

A well-regarded private primary school in St. George's, providing individualised instruction and strong academic preparation for the Common Entrance Examination.

Primary Private

Westmorland Primary School

St. George · public

A government-funded primary school in the parish of St. George, following the national curriculum. One of several public primary institutions serving the capital region.

Primary Public Free

③ Secondary Schools

Five years leading to the CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate) or Cambridge GCE. Many secondary schools in Grenada have deep institutional histories dating to the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Global Star Grenada School

True Blue (SGU Campus) · private · K–12

A K–12 private institution located in a campus block of St. George's University at True Blue, St. George. Offers a continuous pathway from early childhood through secondary under a single school structure, with English-language instruction throughout.

Pre-primary Primary Secondary K–12 Private

Grenada Boys' Secondary School (GBSS)

Tanteen, St. George · public · founded 1885

Originally established in 1885 as St. George's Grammar School with ten students, GBSS is one of the oldest secondary institutions on the island. Today it enrolls approximately 840 male students, with girls accepted into the sixth form. Relocated to its current Melville Street premises in 1911.

Secondary Boys Public Since 1885

Presentation Brothers College (PBC)

Old Fort, St. George · Roman Catholic · founded 1947

Founded on January 26, 1947, by the Presentation Brothers from Ireland at the invitation of the Archbishop of Port of Spain. A prominent Roman Catholic secondary school for boys, PBC sits on land donated by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Cluny. Known for academic rigour and community tradition.

Secondary Boys Catholic Since 1947

St. Joseph's Convent St. George

St. George · Roman Catholic · founded 1875

Founded in 1875, a cornerstone of Catholic education in Grenada for 150 years. Dedicated to educating young women with a focus on academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community service. Alumni include leaders across business, arts, and the sciences.

Secondary Girls Catholic Since 1875

Anglican High School

St. George · Anglican · founded 1916

Opened in September 1916 as the Church of England High School at Bachelor Hall, initiated by Archdeacon Walton as a school for girls. The main building was destroyed by fire in 1972 and subsequently rebuilt. Known for a strong academic tradition and college-preparatory focus.

Secondary Anglican Since 1916

Beacon High School

St. George · secondary

A secondary school in the parish of St. George attended by both local and expatriate families. Part of Grenada's network of secondary institutions preparing students for the CSEC and onward pathways.

Secondary Private

Wesley College

St. George · Methodist · founded 1942

A secondary school founded by the Methodist Church in 1942, located in St. George's. Offers a co-educational programme with emphasis on academic achievement and Christian values.

Secondary Methodist Since 1942

Grenville Secondary School

St. Andrew · public · secondary

A public secondary school serving the town of Grenville and the surrounding parish of St. Andrew, on Grenada's eastern coast. One of the primary educational options for students outside the St. George's metropolitan area.

Secondary Public Free

Grenada Christian Academy

St. Andrew · Christian · secondary

A Christian-affiliated secondary school in the parish of St. Andrew. Combines academic instruction with a Christian worldview framework, serving families who prioritise faith-based schooling.

Secondary Christian Private

④ Tertiary Institutions

Grenada's tertiary landscape spans a national community college, an international university, and a Caribbean-regional open campus for distance learning. Degrees range from certificates to doctorates.

T.A. Marryshow Community College (TAMCC)

Tanteen, St. George · public · founded 1988

The sole indigenous public tertiary institution in Grenada, established in 1988 through the merger of several smaller institutions including Grenada Teachers College and Grenada Technical and Vocational Institute. Four campuses across Grenada and Carriacou serve approximately 2,400 students. Offers certificates, Associate Degrees, and select Baccalaureates through three schools: Arts & Sciences, Applied Arts & Technology, and Continuing Education.

Tertiary Public ~2,400 students Since 1988

St. George's University (SGU)

True Blue · international · founded 1976

An international university founded in 1976, offering programmes in medicine, veterinary medicine, public health, arts and sciences, and graduate studies. Though based in Grenada, SGU is an offshore American-style institution primarily serving international students. Its School of Medicine graduates are eligible for U.S. residency placement and medical licensure in multiple jurisdictions.

Tertiary International Medical · Vet Since 1976

University of the West Indies — Open Campus Grenada

Marryshow House, St. George · regional · distance learning

The Grenada site of the regional UWI Open Campus, offering distance learning programmes across the Caribbean. Students access undergraduate and graduate courses remotely while using local facilities for exams, study support, and in-person seminars. Complements the physical UWI campuses in Barbados, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Tertiary Regional Distance

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Frequently asked questions about schooling in Grenada.

Quick answers on how the education system works — from compulsory ages to qualifications and language of instruction.

What is the education system in Grenada like?

Grenada follows the British educational system. Education is free and compulsory for children between ages 5 and 16. It consists of seven years of primary school, five years of secondary school, and optional post-secondary education. Students take the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) or Cambridge GCE examinations at the end of secondary school.

Are schools in Grenada taught in English?

Yes. English is the official language of instruction in all schools in Grenada, both public and private. Students also study French and Spanish as foreign languages at the secondary level.

What is the difference between public and private schools in Grenada?

Public schools in Grenada are funded by the government and offer free education to citizens. Private schools charge tuition fees and often follow additional curricula such as the American or British international curriculum. Most private schools are concentrated in and around St. George's, the capital.

Is St. George's University a Grenadian school?

St. George's University (SGU) is an international university located in True Blue, Grenada, founded in 1976. While physically based in Grenada, it is an offshore American-style institution primarily serving international students pursuing medical, veterinary, and health sciences degrees. Its medical graduates are eligible for U.S. residency and licensure.

What qualifications can students earn at Grenadian secondary schools?

Students at Grenadian secondary schools can earn the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) from the Caribbean Examinations Council, the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE), or the Cambridge GCE from the University of Cambridge. These qualifications are internationally recognised and accepted at universities in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia.

Are there international schools in Grenada?

Yes. Grenada has several private and international schools offering American or British curricula, including the Grenada Montessori and Preparatory School, Island Montessori School, Westmorland School, and Global Star Grenada School. Many cater to expatriate families, particularly those associated with St. George's University.

About this directory

An independent directory of Grenadian schools.

GrenadaSchool.com is an independent educational directory compiled from publicly available sources. Our aim is to give parents, expatriates, researchers, and students a clear, objective overview of the educational landscape of the tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.

Listings are neutral and non-promotional. Each entry summarises key facts — location, founding year, sector (public or private), religious affiliation if any, and distinctive characteristics. For admissions, tuition, schedules, or enrolment procedures, please contact each institution directly through their official channels.

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