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Schools in Lahore

Lahore schools listed on BestSchool.pk cover Cambridge, Matric (BISE Lahore and FBISE) and a few Oxford-syllabus and IB schools, across areas such as DHA, Gulberg, Johar Town, Allama Iqbal Town and Cantt. Fees and curricula vary a lot from one area to the next, so the best school for your child usually starts with the right area and budget.

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Median monthly fee · PKR 13,750, from the 81 Lahore schools on BestSchool.pk that list a fee (2 Nov 2026)

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What Lahore schools charge

As of 2 Nov 2026, 126 Lahore schools are listed on BestSchool.pk and 81 of them show a monthly tuition fee. Medians are rounded to the nearest PKR 50.

CurriculumSchools with a feeMedian monthly feeMiddle half (PKR)
Matric / Board24PKR 7,5005,000–9,250
Cambridge (O/A Level, IGCSE)21PKR 29,00010,000–33,000
All with a fee81PKR 13,7507,000–31,000

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 Lahore. 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 a Lahore school

  • Curriculum: Cambridge (O/A Levels) if your child may study abroad; Matric (BISE Lahore or FBISE) for Pakistani universities and tighter budgets.
  • Location: Lahore traffic can turn a short distance into a long school run, so keep the commute manageable.
  • Total cost: ask for the full yearly cost (tuition, admission, development fund, exams and transport), not just the monthly fee.
  • Results: ask for the last three years' board or CAIE results, not brochures.

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Cambridge or Matric?

In Lahore, the median Cambridge fee on BestSchool.pk is nearly 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.
Read: Cambridge vs Matric →

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Questions to ask on a school visit

  • Can you show me your BISE Lahore, 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 Lahore

Many Lahore schools take admissions from January to March, and some run a second intake in July–August. Dates vary, so confirm with each school.

  • 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 Lahore

Start with your area and monthly budget, then narrow by curriculum. Shortlist 2–3 schools on BestSchool.pk, compare them side by side, check Matric affiliation with BISE Lahore or FBISE, ask each school for its last three years' results and a full yearly fee breakdown, and visit during school hours before you decide.

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Schools in Lahore: common questions

Which is the best school in Lahore?

It depends on your area, budget and curriculum. Filter Lahore 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 Lahore?

As of 2 Nov 2026, the median monthly fee among the 81 Lahore schools on BestSchool.pk that list a fee is PKR 13,750: PKR 7,500 for Matric/Board and PKR 29,000 for Cambridge. Admission, annual and exam fees are extra.

Is Cambridge or Matric better in Lahore?

Cambridge suits families planning for study abroad. A good Matric school leads to every Pakistani university at a much lower fee. The school's quality matters more than the curriculum label, so compare results, not just the system.

When do Lahore 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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