What are the schools in Bahamas like?

"It is a nice school, if you get the teachers on your side they will help you out. It has the smallest teacher to student ratio and the only school on the island that provides IGCSE & IB. BGCSE offered at the other schools is not rigorous enough for university entrance in Europe but ok for US (lower to middle tier universities) if you have children of that age," said one expat in Freeport with children at Lucaya International .

"The Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) is a coeducational K-12 private international school located in Nassau, Bahamas. It offers both a bilingual English/French program and an English-only program, with many of the courses taught in French and Spanish. Students at LCIS benefit from inspiring and innovative teaching from international faculty, as well as from embracing the values and culture of both their national and international learning environment. The school provides an academically rigorous curriculum combined with a dynamic and creative approach to learning. Lyceum Academy is an accredited international primary, middle and high school located in Nassau, Bahamas. This school offers preschool through secondary school, in an atmosphere of strong academic standards and a commitment to the development of the individual. The curriculum is based on the International Baccalaureate standards, with the inclusion of French, Spanish and Mandarin. Lyceum Academy provides plentiful opportunities for learning, such as leadership programs, workshops, and field trips. St. Andrew's International School is a private school located in Nassau and Freeport, Bahamas offering Early Childhood, Primary, Middle School and High School programs. The school is based on an American educational system, however it seeks to honor the traditions and culture of the islands. St. Andrew’s provides students with a well-rounded education in an environment of strong academic excellence and development, while placing emphasis on the importance of respect and appreciation for diversity. Additionally, the school also offers extracurricular activities such as athletics, music and foreign language, which provides an opportunity for students to promote and develop their social, artistic and physical talents," remarked one parent with kids at in .