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Education & Schools in Cayman

In this section we describe in detail the educational system in the Cayman Islands. We list all the government and private schools in Grand Cayman from kindergarten, pre-school and primary, through middle and high school, to colleges, tertiary and continued education. We list all the important details including their annual fees, class sizes, facilities and curriculum. For children who have special needs we let you know who to contact and suggest support groups. If you want to home school your children we give you the government's guidelines and who to contact. Finally we list places to tutor your children and where to find language classes. 

 

AN OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOLING SYSTEM IN THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

 

The Cayman Islands have excellent schools, from kindergarten through to university level. There are approximately 4,561 students in the public school system and 2,582 students in private schools. In Cayman, it is compulsory that all children from the ages of four years and nine months to age 16 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. 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 $300 depending on the school). The school will then notify you before the September start date if your child has been accepted. At that point you usually have to pay the first month′s school fees to hold a 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 school if they are four by September, while in the American system, your child must be five by September. Students over age 16 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 in that they have long waiting lists for kindergarten and primary school places. So put your child′s name on the list, at your preferred school, as early as possible. 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 CI$750 per month for a full-day (less for a half-day); middle school (kindergarten to grade 5/6) costs between CI$5,500-$10,000 per year; and high school (grades 7-12) costs CI$6,500-$12,000 per year. For government schools, the fees for Caymanian children are CI$50 per term for primary school, CI$100 per term for middle school and CI$250-$300 per term for high school. Expat children attending the public schools pay CI$250 per term for primary school, CI$300-$350 per term for middle school and CI$400-$450 per term for high school.

All new students entering either government or private schools for the first time in the Islands 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 which 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.

If your child is slightly older and not entering the first or second year, the school will probably test your child for placement. The paperwork for this test can be requested from each school. 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. Please note that some schools offer a sibling discount (make sure to ask). School fees quoted in this chapter are for the 2009/10 calendar year and are subject to change.

  

CAYMAN ISLAND'S 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: Ms. Wilberlee Range

Email: Wilberlee.Range@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: Mr. Joseph Wallace

Email: Joseph.Wallace@gov.ky

Tel: (345) 949 3314 Fax: (345) 949 1096

 

North Side Primary School

Principal: Ms. Margaret Rattray

Email: Margaret.Rattray@gov.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. Lorna Blackman

Email: Lorna.Blackman@gov.ky

Tel: (345) 947 1344 Fax: (345) 947 8871

 

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

George Hicks Campus

Principal: Mrs. Lyneth Monteith

Email: LMonteith@ghhs.edu.ky

Tel: (345) 949 9488 Fax: (345) 949 9490

 

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

John Gray School

Principal: Mrs. Rochelle Hanson

Email: johngrayhigh@jghs.edu.ky

Tel: (345) 949 9444 Fax: (345) 949 6871

 

CAYMAN ISLAND'S PRIVATE EDUCATION

 

Kindergartens,  preschools & primarY SCHOOLS

 

Cayman Academy

211 Walkers Road, George Town

PO Box 515, Grand Cayman KY1–1106

Tel: (345) 949 7190 Fax: (345) 945 5909

Email: principal@caymanacademy.edu.ky

Headmaster: Lambert Forrest

Academic calendar: September-June

Application fee: CI$40

Annual fees:

      Pre'K-Grade 6: CI$2,700

      Grade 7: CI$3,435

      Grade 8-11: CI$4,800

Ages: 3-16+ years

Meals: Hot lunch - CI$5 daily           

Student population: 270

Average class size: 15

Curriculum: Cayman National Curriculum

Facilities: Supervised play areas, up-to-date computer lab, modern library, music studio, science laboratory, canteen (provides vegetarian snacks and lunches).

Extracurricular activities: Clubs and intermittent programmes, sports, art, debating club, science club, recycling club, English as a second language and Spanish. Centre for CXC exams.

 

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: ncvo@candw.ky

Run by: Tammy Barnes

Principal: Heather Lopez

Academic calendar: Year-round (except August and Christmas week)

Ages: 6 weeks-24 months

Application fee: CI$40

Monthly fees: CI$350

Meals: Hot lunches and snacks included

Student population: 16

Facilities: Fully refurbished, age-appropriate play areas, sandbox, jungle gym, slides, young explorers, tabletop games. This is a non-profit school supported by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO).

 

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

Run by: Josie Hoar

Academic calendar: Year-round

Ages: 18 months-5 years

Application fee: CI$100

Monthly fees:

      Half-day (7.30am-12.30pm) CI$660

      Full-day (7.30am-5.30pm) CI$790

Meals: snacks included parents provide packed lunch

Student population: 100

Curriculum: Encompassing the approach of both Maria Montessori and Rudolf Steiner, focuses largely on traditional teaching methods, the study and appreciation of nature, beautiful manners and creative and imaginative play. The children are also taught from the Jolly Phonics Programme that is an approved part of the British National Curriculum

Facilities: Set within a farmyard, they have a miniature pony, pig, iguana, guinea pig, turtle, fish, ducks, a rabbit and a chicken. There is a pond with a bridge and hickatees, a large shaded porch, a playground and a butterfly garden with nature trails. There are fruit trees, a vegetable patch and a thatched wooden gazebo for snack and story time.

Extracurricular activities: Baking, gardening, caring for animals, music and movement, yoga, computer activities and Spanish.

 

Miss Nadine′s Preschool

(Affiliated 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: ncvo@candw.ky

Run by: Tammy Barnes

Principal: Heather Lopez

Academic calendar: Year-round (except August and Christmas week)

Ages: 2-5 years

Application fee: CI$40

Monthly fees: CI$350

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and snacks included

Student population: 70

Average class size: 12

Curriculum: Cayman National Curriculum

Facilities: Fully refurbished facility, a/c, play area, sandbox, jungle gym, slides, young explorers, tabletop games and five classrooms. This is a non-profit school supported by the NCVO.

 

Montessori By The Sea

Prospect Point Road, Prospect

PO Box 11747, Grand Cayman KY1-1010

Tel: (345) 947 0684 Fax: (345) 947 0794

Email: kmj_mbts@candw.ky

Proprietors: Kourtni Jackson and

Deborah Thompson

Academic calendar: September-June

Ages: 21 months-14 years

Application fee: CI$150

Monthly fees:

Toddler Programme (21 months-3 years):

      Full-day CI$970, Half-day CI$870

Casa Programme (3-6 years): 

      Full-day CI$830

      Half-day CI$780 (3 year old age limit)

Elementary Programme (6-12 years): CI$855

Middle Years Programme (13-14 years): CI$950

Meals: Parents provide lunch

Student population: 150

Curriculum: Montessori

Facilities: Purpose-built facility, computer room, music and foreign language room, children′s garden, fenced playground, partly shaded sandbox with play sets, large, open grass area and a multi–purpose sports court, separate shaded toddler play area.

Extracurricular activities: Yoga, art, physical education, ICT (Information Communication Technology), drama, Money Matters (financial education), French, music, Leadership by the Sea and Kids CARE (Community Service Club).

After school activities: Private music lessons, tutoring and sports clubs.

 

Montessori Del Sol

11 Hinds Way, (Just off Walkers Road),

George Town

PO Box 11887, Grand Cayman KY1-1010

Tel: (345) 949 3222 

Email: montessori@candw.ky

Principal: Amy Lipton

Academic calendar: September-June

Ages: 2-6 years

Application fee: CI$125

Monthly fees:

Toddler Programme (2-3 years)

      Half-day Programme (8am-12pm) CI$675

Primary Programme (3-5 years)

      Half-day Programme (8am-12pm) CI$675                         

      Full-day Programme (8am-3.30pm) CI$825

Curriculum: Montessori

Enrichment Activities: Kindermusik, yoga, art, gardening, French

Meals: A healthy snack is provided by the school; parents of full-day students must provide lunch for their child.     

Student population: 45

Facilities: Shaded play area with tree house, pirate ship play structure, age-appropriate outdoor equipment and swings.

Extracurricular activities: Kindermusik for ages 5-7 and Creative Beginnings for ages 3-6.

 

Montessori School of Cayman

South Church Street, George Town

PO Box 30333, Grand Cayman KY1-1202

Tel: (345) 949 0202

Run by: Peggy Anderson

Principal: Lucy Dibble

Academic calendar: September-June

Ages: 2½-5 years

Application fee: CI$125

Monthly fees:

2½-5 yrs: CI$800 full-day, CI$650 half-day

Meals: Parents provide packed lunches, mid-morning snack provided.

Student population: 30

Curriculum: Montessori

Facilities: Garden and shaded porch, sandpit, climbing frame and ride-on toys.

Extracurricular activities: Yoga, music and Spanish. Extended Care is provided if necessary.

 

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: anselmofdes@yahoo.co.in

Principal: Magdalena Fernandes

Academic calendar: September-June

Application fee: CI$50

Monthly fees: CI$350

Ages: 1-5 years

Meals: Hot lunch (included) and snacks

Student population: 110

Teacher child ratio:

      1-36 Months: 1 adult to 6 children

      3-5 yrs: 1 adult to 12 children

Curriculum: Cayman National Curriculum

Facilities: Playground area with toys, swings, playhouse and slides.

Extracurricular activities: Church devotion once a week, basic Spanish lessons, dancing and drama.

 

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

Principal: Edna Guiwa

Academic calendar: August-June

Ages: 3 years 9 months-11 years 8 months

Application fee: None

Monthly fees: Pre K-Grade 6: CI$320

Meal: Hot lunches

Pre K-Grade 2: CI$5 daily

Grade 3-6: CI$6 daily

Student population: 136

Average class size: 16

Curriculum: American

Facilities: Computer room, netball court, playing field and science lab.

Extracurricular activities: Spanish, music, basketball and football.

 

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: fbcs@fbcs.edu.ky

Headmistress: Esther Hinds

Academic calendar: Year-round (closed last week in August, Christmas week and public holidays)

Ages: 3 months to 4 years

Application fee: CI$150

Monthly fees:

      Full time: CI$620

      Part time: CI$500 (under 2 years add $30)

      Two-Day Programme: CI$275 per month 

      Three-Day Programme: CI$395 per month

Meals: Hot lunches CI$4-$6

Student population: 134

Average class size: 12 for infants; 16 all others

Facilities: Two playing fields, a gym and ride-on toys.

 

 

Middle Schools & High Schools

 

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

Application fee: CI$300

Annual fees:

      Nursery: CI$7,490

      Pre K3-Pre K4: CI$8,995

      Kindergarten: CI$9,725

      Grades 1-3: CI$11,335

      Grades 4-5: CI$13,730

      Grades 6-8: CI$14,040

      Grades 9-12: CI$14,300

Meals: Hot lunches CI$4.50-$8.50 daily 

Student population: 300

Average class size: 15

Curriculum: American

Facilities: Multi-purpose hall, computer lab, art room, library, science lab, music room, swimming pool and sports facilities.

Extracurricular activities: Private music lessons, private Spanish lessons, music, art, soccer, baseball, tennis, basketball and swimming.

 

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: johnsons@cayprep.edu.ky

High School

Principal: Sheila Purdom

559 Walkers Road, George Town

Tel: (345) 949 9115 Fax: (345) 949 9811

Email: mcmillank@cayprep.edu.ky

Academic calendar: September-July

Ages: 4-18 years

Registration fee: CI$100

Annual fees:

      Kindergarten-Grade 6: CI$7,790

      Grade 7-9: CI$8,445

      Grade 10-11: CI$8,745

      Sixth Form (Grade 12-13): CI$9,945

Student population: 750

(425 Primary/325 High School)

Meals: Hot and cold lunches CI$4-$5 daily

Average class size: 25

Curriculum: British

Facilities: Gym, computer and science labs, art labs, sports fields, library, music rooms, basketball and netball courts.

Extracurricular activities: After school clubs, art, drama, creative writing, dance, trampoline, rugby, cricket, football (girls and boys), girl guides, badminton, fitness, debating, netball, table tennis, field hockey and music.

 

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

www.gca.ky

Principal: Leonora Mendoza-Hydes

Academic calendar: September-June

Application fee: CI$50

Ages: 3-18 years

Annual fees:

      Preschool-Kindergarten: CI$8,051

      Grades 1-5: CI$8,565

      Grades 6-8: CI$9,012

      Grades 9-12: CI$ 9,525

Meals: Hot lunch CI$4-$5 daily         

Student population: 120

Average class size: 14

Curriculum: Christian-based education with US, UK and regional influences

Facilities: Swimming pool, science and computer lab, music room, sports field, basketball court and  playground area with equipment.

Extracurricular activities: Soccer club, chess club, Spanish, performing arts, Bible study and free after school tutorials.

 

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: 6-12 years

Application fee: CI$150

Annual fees:

      Kindergarten-Grade 6: CI$6,465

Annual book fees: CI$200-$275

After school programme: CI$190 per month full-time and CI$150 part-time

Meals: Hot lunches CI$4-$5.75 daily through JLM Food Services

Student population: 85

Average class size: 18-22

Curriculum: American

Facilities: Gym, computer lab, art lab, library and large sports field.

Extracurricular activities: Languages, music, senior and junior bands, sports, after school clubs, special education programmes (also for the gifted), Spanish, English as a second language programme and tutoring.

 

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

www.triplecschool.org

Principal: Dr. Anthony Husemann

Academic calendar: August-June

Ages: 3-18 years

Application fee: CI$125

Annual fees: 

      Preschool: CI$4,935 Full-day,

                    CI$3,701 Half-day

      K-Grade 3: CI$5,250

      Grades 4-6: CI$5,460

      Grades 7-8: CI$5,775

      Grades 9-10: CI$6,825

      Grade 11: CI$6,930

      Grade 12: CI$7,035

Annual book fees: CI$100-$175

Annual capital fee: CI$200

After school programme: CI$100 per month

PTA fee: CI$50 per family, per year

Student population: 320

Average class size: 20

Curriculum: American (Advanced Placement Programmes included)

Facilities: Computer lab, art room, science lab, home economics room, basketball and netball court, large playing field.

Extracurricular activities: Spanish, music, tutoring, bands, cricket, rugby, soccer, basketball and key club.

 

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: info@st-ignatius.com

www.st-ignatius.com

Established: 1971

Head of Primary: Andrew Egan

Head of Secondary: Peter Embleton

Head of School: Gary Clark

Academic calendar: September–June

Ages: 4-18 years

Application fee: CI$100

Annual fees:

      Kindergarten-Year 6: CI$6,932

      Year 7-11: CI$7,884

      Year 12-13: CI$9,295

Student population: 630

Average class size: 22-26

Meals: Hot lunches CI$3.50-$4.75 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.

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.

 

Wesleyan Christian Academy

62 Crescent Close, West Bay

PO Box 346, Grand Cayman KY1-1301

Tel: (345) 949 1121 Fax: (345) 949 1762

Email: wca@candw.ky

Principal: Celia Furbur

Academic calendar: August-June

Ages: 4-18 years

Application fee: CI$75

Annual fees:

      Preschool-Grade 8: CI$2,750

      Grades 9-12: CI$3,250

Student population: 150

Average class size: 12-18

Curriculum: American - Accelerated Christian Education

Facilities: Computer room, basketball court, large playing field, strong music programme and a school band.

 

HOME SCHOOLING IN CAYMAN

It is also possible to home school your children in the Cayman Islands. 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 parent′s 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

Very little help is offered in the government or private school system to children with special needs. The reality is that your options are confined to using home-grown support groups, private tutoring or places such as The New Wings Enrichment Centre (Tel: (345) 928 9464, email: newwingscayman@yahoo.com) which offers assessment, diagnosis and therapy for children with speech, language or literacy difficulties. Their programmes are approved and recognised by the Cayman Islands Department of Education. 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 age 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 email: 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. For adults (age 18 and older) with special needs there is the Sunrise Adult Training Centre (Tel: (345) 949 3330). It is a vocational school that organises work placements, where possible, in the community.

The Special Needs Foundation of Cayman is a registered charity established in March 2009. They offer a support group for parents and caregivers of children (aged birth-18) with a range of special needs. Their objective is to encourage and advance the physical, educational and cognitive development and general well-being of children with special needs in the Cayman Islands through the provision of financial assistance, education and advice. They also provide relief, encouragement and support to children with special needs, their families and primary caregivers. For information email Juliet Austin at austintj@candw.ky.

 

The SPOTlight Club

Established in September 2009, the Special Needs Foundation of Cayman offers a free weekly after school club at The Lighthouse School, open to any primary school-aged children with documented special needs. This after school club offers S.P.O.T. skills (Speech, Physiotherapy, Occupation Therapy) in a stimulating environment, using a full range of disciplines such as music, art, dance, drama and the culinary arts to make it fun!

A timetable of activities will be advertised each term and parents are encouraged to sign up for the sessions that are relevant/interesting/beneficial to their children. Financial assistance is also available, with the aim of supporting individuals, schools and organisations in providing for children with a range of special needs. Considerations include (but are not limited to): assistance with psycho-educational evaluations; tuition costs; subsidising on-going therapy; provision of special devices to aid progress in the classroom; counselling, provision of physical or technological resources, etc. For information email Juliet Austin at austintj@candw.ky.

 

TUTORING SERVICES 

For tutoring, there is the Cayman Learning Centre located in Pasadora Place #7, which offers semi-private, hourly tutoring sessions in core subject areas (age five through high school). Centre personnel will first do a special assessment to determine your child′s needs. Their focus is threefold: a) consolidating the skills learned in school, b) building each student′s focus and confidence and c) teaching them the study skills required for academic success. For children aged three through five, a half-day programme is offered which focuses on motor skill development, early reading, writing, mathematics, arts and crafts, etc. For information call (345) 943 7323, email: info@caymanlearning.com or visit www.caymanlearning.com.

Sylvan Learning gives specialised instruction in virtually every academic area, including reading and writing, basic math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and pre-calculus, to children pre-K through grade 12. The child-teacher ratio is three children to one teacher. Children are given a professional assessment to see what they need in the way of tutoring help. Sylvan is located in the Cayman Centre (Tel: (345) 943 7000 or email: sylvancayman@candw.ky).

There is also Claude Bailey (Tel: (345) 525 8665 or (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.

 

COLLEGES, TERTIARY & CONTINUING 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. Training for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examinations and MBA programmes are also available and broaden opportunities for career advancement.  

Other areas of progress in the educational field in Cayman include the Ministry of Education′s recent launch of the "Building Brighter Futures" campaign, which seeks to revolutionise the education framework in government schools, and the Civil Service College, aimed at improving public services and enhancing career development of government employees. Indeed, Cayman′s CSC is leading civil service reform in the Caribbean region.

 

Baraud Training Centre

Tel: (345) 945 1770

Email: training@baraud.com

Courses offered: Information technology courses in computers and the internet, MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, QuickBooks Pro, touch typing, soft skills courses including management, performance coaching, sales and strategic negotiations.

 

Cayman Islands Law School

PO Box 1568, Grand Cayman

Tel: (345) 945 0077 Fax: (345) 946 1845

www.gov.ky/lawschool

Email: mitchell.davies@gov.ky

Director: Mitchell Davies

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.

Courses offered: Full or part-time law degree and Postgraduate Professional Practice Course.

Proposed new course: LLM in International Financial Law (tentatively from September 2010) through the University of Liverpool.

Entrance requirements for LLB: A first degree or three A Levels with GCSE′s in maths, English and some sciences. Mature students (21 years and over) are eligible to take an entrance exam which is administered through Liverpool University.

Annual fees:

Full-time: CI$6,000 p.a. (Caymanian; legal residents of 10+ years); CI$12,000 p.a.

(non Caymanian)

Part-time: CI$3,000 p.a. (two courses); CI$4,500 p.a. (three courses).

Individual Subjects: CI$1500.00 per year

per subject

Liverpool University annual registration fee: £823 full-time, £411 part-time, £205 individual subject.

Book fees: CI$500 full-time, CI$250 part-time

Degree length: Full-time is three years; part-time is five to six years.

Academic calendar: September-May

Note: The Professional Practice Course is only open to Caymanians or those having the consent of the Governor in Cabinet to attend.

 

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) 949 9580 Fax: (345) 949 6781

Email: registrar@ucci.edu.ky

www.ucci.edu.ky

Please call them directly for cost, start dates and educational requirements needed for enrolment.

Associate Degrees: Accounting, Business Administration, Office Administration, Economics, Hospitality Management, Literary Studies, Social Studies, Computer Science, Mathematics, Natural Sciences and  Physical Sciences.

Bachelor of Science Degrees:

Business Administration, with concentrations in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing; BSc in Computer Science; BSc in Natural Science, with a concentration in Marine Biology; Environmental Management; Pre-Medical Studies or a General Science degree; BSc in Social Sciences; Bachelor of Education and Master of Science in Human Resource Management.

Professional Programmes: ILEX Legal Studies Certificate, ILEX Vocational Paralegal Certificate,  Certificate in Management Practices Certificate, Cayman Banking Certificate, Teachers Aide Certificate and Microsoft Certification Programmes.

Executive Training Programmes: Masters in Human Resource Management, Certificate in Executive MBA Studies, American Management Associate Programme, Becker CPA Review, Certificate in Accounting Technician and Society for Human Resource Management Training.

Continuing Education: IMI Mechanics Programme, Foundation Mathematics, Foundation English, ESOL, Academic Courses, Leisure Courses.

 

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

www.icci.edu.ky

President: John H. Cummings II

ICCI is a U.S. accredited institution of higher learning offering multiple courses which are listed in the school catalogue and online at the school website. The college operates on the quarter system.

 

Innovative Management & Professional Training (IMPT)

Tel: (345) 943 4678 Fax: (345) 943 4679

www.impttraining.com

IMPT offers computer and business skills seminars and workshops as one and two-day events or evening sessions as well as internationally recognised certification programmes for companies or individuals. IMPT is an ICSA Registered Tuition Provided and ACCA Approved Learning Partner-Student Tuition.  As the licensed ACCA computer-based examination centre for the Cayman Islands, IMPT is an Authorised Training Partner for the Certified Business Professional Certification Programmes from the International Business Training Association, which is headquartered in the USA. International certification programmes include: ACCA, CAT, CPS, ICSA Certificate in Offshore Finance and Administration, ICSA Certificate in Business Practice and Certificate in Business Skills, with two special options for entry level secretarial and clerical employees. 

 

Solutions Computer Training Centre

Unit 13, Plaza Venezia, George Town

Tel: (345) 943 3765

Email: esolutions@candw.ky

Courses offered: Word processing skills improvement, Microsoft Office Suite courses, training for QuickBooks and Adobe Photoshop, as well as many other small application training courses.

St. Matthew′s University

PO Box 32330, Regatta Office Park, Leeward 3

Grand Cayman, KY1-1209

www.stmatthews.edu

 

School of Medicine

Dean of Basic Sciences: Dr. Senthil Kumar

Tel: (345) 945 3199

Medical students complete five semesters 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. St. Matthew′s also offers a joint MBA, with a concentration in Healthcare Management, in partnership with Davenport University.

Fees: Full-time US$8,900 per semester, three semesters per year

Misc. Fees: Approx. US$2,000 per semester

Degree length: Four years

Academic calendar: Year-round

Entrance requirements: Based on grade point average on bachelor′s degree or 90 semester credits, science grade point average, strength of major/minor, MCAT scores, letters of reference, personal statement, college activities that demonstrate service to the community and a personal interview.

 

School of Veterinary Medicine

Dean of Basic Sciences: Dr. William Wagner

Tel: (345) 745 3199

Veterinary students complete three years of basic sciences instruction in Grand Cayman along with a year of clinical instruction at an affiliated US veterinary school.

Fees: Full-time US$8,900 per semester for Basic Sciences, US$14,750 per semester for Clinical Sciences

Misc. Fees: Approx. US$2,000 per semester

Degree length: Four years

Academic calendar: Year-round

Entrance requirements: Similar to the School of Medicine, but they also look at your experience of working or volunteering with animals.

language courses

 

Spanish for English Speakers & Ingles para Hispanos

Habla (Cayman), Ltd. (Tel: (345) 947 6784 or sandra@habla.ky) Habla teaches Spanish in the classic Castilian style to adults and children and offers training in students′ homes along with instruction for individuals, couples and groups. Costs begin at CI$30 per hour for group instruction. Habla also offers professional translation services as well as custom-designed courses for companies that have specific business needs requiring Spanish proficiency.

 

Language Tutoring Institute (Tel: (345) 916 1144) offers classes for groups of 10 or more students over a 16-week period for CI$300. The Institute also offers private tutoring and document translation services for English and Spanish. For information call George Ebanks on (345) 916 0687 or email: gebanks@candw.ky or Mario Ebanks at premier@candw.ky.

 

New Wings Speech & Language Therapy Services (Tel: (345) 928 9464 email: newwingscayman@yahoo.com) at #10 Pasadora Place, George Town, offers assessment, diagnosis and therapy for children with language or literacy difficulties. 

 

English as a Second Language

New Wings English Services (Tel: (345) 939 6504 or email: newwingsenglish@hotmail.com) at #10 Pasadora Place, George Town, offers private, semi-private and group English language instruction to speakers of other languages of all ages. Specialised programmes are available for corporate clients. Other courses offered are accent reduction programmes and English reading and writing skills for native English language speakers. 

 

CONTINUED EDUCATION

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 or the National Gallery.

 

Also contract:
Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF): Tel: (345) 949 5477
Visual Arts Society of the Cayman Islands: Tel: (345) 949 6479
University of the Cayman Islands: Tel: (345) 949 9580
International College of the Cayman Islands: Tel: (345) 947 1100
Cayman Prep and High School: Tel (345) 949 9115
Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF): Tel: (345) 949 5477
Visual Arts Society of the Cayman Islands: Tel: (345) 949 6479
National Gallery Tel: 945 8111 Email: nat.gal@candw.ky

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