Footsteps School is the Cayman Islands’ first and only accredited beach school. A non-denominational private school, Footsteps delivers the UK National Curriculum to children aged 4–13 (Reception to Year 8). The school uniquely integrates outdoor learning into its curriculum, making the most of Cayman’s natural beauty to foster exploration, investigation, and independence. Led by a team of highly qualified and enthusiastic educators and support staff, Footsteps is known for its professional and progressive approach to education. This dynamic team drives academic excellence while nurturing a culture in which every child can thrive. The school is celebrated for its visionary ethos, outstanding curriculum, and impressive results.

Footsteps aims to build a community of happy, inspired learners who aim high, embrace a growth mindset, cherish diversity, are stewards of their environment and share a deep-rooted love of learning. Its student body reflects a true cross-section of Cayman’s society, including both Caymanian and international students from all around the world. Footsteps students bring with them a wide range of talents and abilities, including some with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). What unites them all is friendship and a shared sense of belonging. As a growing institution, Footsteps has very exciting plans in place for expansion and development in the near future.

Office of Education Standards School Inspection Report: Footsteps - October 2024

Curriculum: Cayman’s first and only accredited beach school following the UK National Curriculum.

Note: Non-refundable registration fee of CI$250 per child

Footsteps offers a sibling discount 5% off the first sibling and 10% off for subsequent siblings

Conveniently located in central George Town, Footsteps School is on Eastern Avenue. Although small, the premises is perfectly suited to being a boutique school, with plenty of well-appointed internal space, a private car park and various outside areas, including a planting garden, learning garden and an outdoor play area.