A S A S International School, Islamabad
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Schools in Islamabad
Islamabad's sector layout makes it easy to shortlist schools close to home. Schools listed on BestSchool.pk here are mainly Cambridge or Federal Board (FBISE) Matric, with some Oxford-syllabus schools, across the F, G, E, I and B sectors, DHA and Bahria Enclave.
Cambridge O LevelsA LevelsMatric (SSC)Oxford syllabus
Median monthly fee · PKR 13,050, from the 72 Islamabad schools on BestSchool.pk that list a fee (2 Nov 2026)
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What Islamabad schools charge
As of 2 Nov 2026, 130 Islamabad schools are listed on BestSchool.pk and 72 of them show a monthly tuition fee. Medians are rounded to the nearest PKR 50.
| Curriculum | Schools with a fee | Median monthly fee | Middle half (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge (O/A Level, IGCSE) | 25 | PKR 28,000 | 15,700–35,000 |
| Matric / Board | 14 | PKR 6,050 | 5,600–7,750 |
| Oxford syllabus | 8 | PKR 6,850 | 4,700–10,100 |
| All with a fee | 72 | PKR 13,050 | 6,000–28,250 |
Monthly tuition only. Admission fees, annual charges, Cambridge exam fees, transport, books and uniforms are extra, so ask each school for a full yearly cost. These figures are what schools list on BestSchool.pk, not a survey of every school in Islamabad. Some schools haven't added their fee or curriculum yet, so a few curriculum groups are small. Check a school's profile for its current rates.
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What to look for in an Islamabad school
- FBISE or Cambridge: the Federal Board (FBISE) is the Matric board for Islamabad. A strong FBISE school is not a compromise; it can outperform a weak Cambridge school.
- Sector: schools in or next to your own sector keep the school run short. Cross-sector commutes add up.
- Co-curricular: ask specifically about sports, debate and arts, not just exam results.
- Results: ask for the last three years' FBISE or CAIE results, not brochures.
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Cambridge or Matric?
In Islamabad, the median Cambridge fee on BestSchool.pk is more than four times the Matric/Board median.
- Cambridge (O/A Levels): internationally recognised and taught in English, with higher fees and exam costs.
- Matric (SSC/HSC): accepted by every Pakistani university and much more affordable.
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Questions to ask on a school visit
- Can you show me your FBISE or CAIE results for the last three years: the grade distribution, not just the pass rate?
- What is the average class size from Class 6 onward?
- How many of your teachers have been here for more than three years?
- What co-curricular programmes do you run: sports, debate, arts?
- What is included in the monthly fee, and what is charged separately? Can I have it in writing?
- Can I speak to a parent whose child has been here for at least two years?
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Applying to schools in Islamabad
Many Islamabad schools take admissions from January to March, and some run a second intake in July–August. Popular schools fill early, and dates vary, so confirm with each school and ask about scholarships.
- Research and shortlist 2–3 schools on BestSchool.pk.
- Visit each school, at an open day if there is one.
- Check the admission requirements, including any entrance test or interview.
- Prepare documents such as the birth certificate and previous school records.
- Apply before the deadline and follow up.
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How to choose a school in Islamabad
Compare schools in your own sector first, then widen the search. Shortlist 2–3 on BestSchool.pk, check their FBISE or CAIE results for the last three years, ask for a full yearly fee breakdown in writing, and ask about co-curricular programmes before you decide.
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Schools in Islamabad: common questions
Which is the best school in Islamabad?
It depends on your sector, budget and curriculum. Filter Islamabad schools by area, curriculum and fee on BestSchool.pk, compare a shortlist side by side, and visit your top 2–3 before deciding.
What are school fees in Islamabad?
As of 2 Nov 2026, the median monthly fee among the 72 Islamabad schools on BestSchool.pk that list a fee is PKR 13,050: PKR 6,050 for Matric/Board and PKR 28,000 for Cambridge. Admission, annual and exam fees are extra.
Is Cambridge or Matric better in Islamabad?
Cambridge suits families planning for study abroad. A strong FBISE Matric school leads to every Pakistani university at a much lower fee. The school's quality matters more than the curriculum label.
When do Islamabad schools take admissions?
Many take admissions from January to March, and some have a second intake in July–August. Dates vary by school, so confirm with each one.
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