Joining LIS · January 2027 Intake
Five steps, one conversation
Five clear steps, one conversation, and a transparent fee structure. We read every application ourselves — across Baby Class, Nursery (KG1 & KG2), NECTA Grades 1–6, and Cambridge Years 1–6.
Admissions for the January 2027 intake (2026/2027 academic year) are open now across Pre-Primary, NECTA Primary, and our Cambridge International Wing. Apply early to secure your child's desk.
Official 2026/2027 Fee PDFStep by step
How to apply
From your first phone call to your child's first morning in January 2027.
Key dates · January 2027 intake
- 2026/2027 Fee Structure issued25 October 2026
- Campus tours & placement checksNovember – December 2026
- Staff recruitment deadline4 December 2026
- Registration & uniform fittingDecember 2026
- New family orientation8 January 2027
- January 2027 intake begins11 January 2027
- 01
Enquire or visit
1 dayCall, WhatsApp +255 777 427 140, or fill the enquiry form. Ask for a Saturday Open Day tour at 10:00 or any weekday morning by appointment.
- 02
Submit the application
15 minutesApply online in about six minutes, or collect the paper form from the front office in Kisakasaka.
- 03
Assessment & family meeting
1–2 hours, on campusPlay-based observation for Baby Class & Nursery, or a friendly placement check in English and numeracy for Grades 1–6 / Years 1–6, plus a conversation with parents.
- 04
Offer & registration
5 working daysWritten offers are sent within five working days with the official 2026/2027 fee schedule. New students pay the one-time TZS 100,000 registration fee and first instalment to confirm their place.
- 05
Orientation & first day
Half a dayUniform fitting, stationery pack allocation, school bus route assignment, and new-family orientation before classes begin in January 2027.
Before you apply
What you need to provide
Clear copies are fine when you apply; original documents are checked at the admissions desk before your child's first day.
Every applicant
- Birth certificate or passport extract (for non-Tanzanian applicants).
- Latest school report or transfer letter (for pupils transferring into Grade 1–6 / Year 1–6).
- Four passport-size photographs.
- Immunisation card and any medical or allergy notes.
- Parent or guardian ID and contact details.
Baby Class & Nursery (KG1 & KG2)
- Baby Class: from age 2.5–3 years; Nursery (KG1 & KG2): ages 3.5–5 years.
- No written entrance test — only a warm, play-based observation session with our early-years teachers.
- Includes breakfast, hot lunch, stationery, and daily care.
NECTA Primary Wing (Grade 1 – 6)
- Placement in Grade 1–3 or Grade 4–6 according to age and completed class.
- Short diagnostic check in English, Kiswahili, and Mathematics.
- Transfer students with clear progress reports are placed directly.
Cambridge International Wing (Year 1 – 6)
- Placement in Lower Primary (Year 1–3) or Upper Primary (Year 4–6).
- Age-appropriate placement check in English literacy, numeracy, and inquiry readiness.
- Ideal for families seeking the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum in Zanzibar.
Academic Year 2026/2027 · Issued 25 October 2026
Official 2026/2027 Fee Structure
Fees for the NECTA (Tanzanian national) and Cambridge (international) curricula are set per annum in Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) and may be paid in twelve (12) equal monthly instalments.
1. Annual Fees by Category
12 Equal Monthly Instalments| Category | Wing | Annual Fee (TZS) | Monthly Instalment (TZS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Class | Early Years | 3,200,000 | 266,667 |
| Nursery (KG1 & KG2) | Early Years | 3,500,000 | 291,667 |
| NECTA Grade 1 – 3 | NECTA National | 3,700,000 | 308,333 |
| NECTA Grade 4 – 6 | NECTA National | 3,900,000 | 325,000 |
| Cambridge Year 1 – 3 | Cambridge Wing | 5,400,000 | 450,000 |
| Cambridge Year 4 – 6 | Cambridge Wing | 7,020,000 | 585,000 |
2. Monthly Fee Breakdown (TZS per month)
All-inclusive monthly schedule for Grades 1–6 & Years 1–6| Category | Tuition | Stationery | Caution Fee | Breakfast & Lunch | Madrasa | Monthly Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NECTA Grade 1 – 3 | 118,333 | 65,000 | 25,000 | 80,000 | 20,000 | 308,333 |
| NECTA Grade 4 – 6 | 135,000 | 65,000 | 25,000 | 80,000 | 20,000 | 325,000 |
| Cambridge Year 1 – 3 | 200,000 | 125,000 | 25,000 | 80,000 | 20,000 | 450,000 |
| Cambridge Year 4 – 6 | 300,000 | 145,000 | 40,000 | 80,000 | 20,000 | 585,000 |
3. Registration Fee — New Students Only
TZS 100,000
A one-time registration fee of TZS 100,000 is payable by all new students on admission, in addition to the annual fees below.
Included in your monthly fee
- All timetabled tuition (NECTA or Cambridge Wing)
- Complete stationery & exercise book pack
- Daily school breakfast & hot nutritious lunch
- Daily Madrasa & moral studies
- Caution fee (included in the monthly schedule)
- Science laboratory, ICT lab & library borrowing
Not included / communicated separately
- One-time registration fee of TZS 100,000 (new students only)
- School uniform and sports kit (communicated separately)
- Optional specialist club fees (communicated separately)
- School bus transport (per-route fare where applicable)
Payment flexibility
Sibling support & bursary enquiries
We aim to keep world-class NECTA and Cambridge education accessible to hardworking Zanzibari families. Speak with our bursary desk regarding sibling arrangements or scholarship consideration.
Official 2026/2027 Fee Structure (PDF)| Option | Arrangement | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Instalment Plan | 12 equal payments | Available to every enrolled family across NECTA and Cambridge wings |
| Academic Merit | Partial tuition support | Outstanding performance in primary placement or continuing assessments |
| Hardship Support | Case-by-case review | Verified household need reviewed confidentially by the school board |
Download the official 2026/2027 Fee Structure PDF or visit the administration office on Kisakasaka Road to discuss payment plans.
Visit us
Open Day & campus visits
See our classrooms, laboratories, and reading corners in action. Tours run every Saturday morning at 10:00 and on weekdays by appointment.
- Baby Class & Nursery playrooms and reading corners
- NECTA & Cambridge Primary classrooms in action
- Science laboratory, ICT / coding lab, and library
- A conversation with the Head Teacher and Admissions team
- Uniform samples, bus route check, and 2026/2027 fee breakdown
Book a place on the enquiry form or WhatsApp +255 777 427 140.
Next tours
- Saturday 7 November 2026
- Saturday 21 November 2026
- Saturday 5 December 2026
Every Saturday, 10:00 – 11:30 · Weekday tours by appointment
Main gate, Kisakasaka Road — look for the blue flag pole. Park inside the visitor bay.
Questions about your child's class placement or monthly instalments? Call or WhatsApp +255 777 427 140.
Admissions open
Give your child a school that knows their name
Admissions for the January 2027 intake (2026/2027 academic year) are open across Baby Class, Nursery (KG1 & KG2), NECTA Grades 1–6, and Cambridge Years 1–6.
January 2027 Intake (2026/2027)
Enrolling Baby Class, Nursery (KG1 & KG2), NECTA Grades 1–6 & Cambridge Years 1–6 · 12-month instalment plan.
Prefer to talk? +255 777 427 140