Accreditation
Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
PGS is the only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste. Students work towards an internationally recognised qualification without leaving Dili.
Secondary at PGSAdmissions open all year, Early Years to Year 11. Chat with admissions →
Pelican Grammar School · Dili, Timor-Leste
At PGS, every child is discovering who they are.how things work.a place to belong.a love of learning.the courage to compete.
Early Years to Pearson Edexcel IGCSE on one campus. The only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste, with a pathway to Sunway University.
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- Admission open all year
- All nationalities welcome
Who
I Am!
I Am!
About PGS
Guiding every student towards a clear sense of ‘Who I Am!’
Languages
Mandarin guided by the YCT and HSK curriculum, Portuguese and Tetum, cultural studies across Asia and Europe, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.
Our belief
Students learn by exploring, experimenting and expressing themselves, with a future-facing curriculum.
Our story
PGS is part of AQUILA, a not-for-profit organisation headquartered in Singapore, making world-class education attainable for the many.
Why families choose PGS
An Aquila's-eye view
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The only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste
EY–Y11
Early Years through Pearson Edexcel IGCSE on one campus
All year
Admission open to students of every nationality, all year round
1 day
Admissions replies to every message within one business day
See it for yourself
Message admissions and we'll arrange a campus visit that suits your family.
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Student highlight · Taekwondo
Gold and silver on an international stage
1GoldProfessional Kyorugi, Cadet U33 Female
2SilverPoomsae, Cadet Poom / Dan Taegeuk 8 Female
Competing on an international stage takes discipline, courage, and months of quiet hard work. Neymia, the whole Pelican community is proud of you!
Curriculum & learning
One pathway, from first steps to university
What learning looks like
A Pearson-inspired, play-based curriculum in our Kindergarten Learning Studio. Children build the foundations for a future IGCSE pathway.
How to join
A friendly assessment with the Head of Primary.
What learning looks like
The Pearson Primary programme builds curiosity, knowledge and skills for the move to IGCSE. Mandarin, Digital Literacy, music and sport are part of the programme.
How to join
Years 1–3 sit age-appropriate entrance tests in English and Mathematics. From Year 4, an entrance test with an English assessment.
What learning looks like
The Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programme, taught at the only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste, with Chromebooks and English language (EAL) support.
How to join
An age-appropriate entrance test with an English assessment.
Where students go next
Our collaboration with Sunway University gives students a pathway to higher education, alongside options to study in Timor-Leste or abroad.
Next step
Ask our admissions team how the Sunway pathway works for your child.
Final acceptance is decided by the Principal / Head of School.
Our campus in Dili
A campus built for discovering
Also: Play Garden, Garden View Cafeteria, Education Innovation Center, infirmary.
Coming soon: Reading Corner
Only at PGS
What sets a PGS education apart
- Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
- A route to Sunway University
- Mandarin with YCT and HSK
- Chromebooks and digital literacy
- A uniform woven from tais
- Service with AQUILA Foundation
Want to know how any of this works for your child?
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Pathway
A route to Sunway University
Our collaboration with Sunway gives PGS students a clear pathway into higher education in the region.
Beyond PGS
Languages
Mandarin with YCT and HSK
Students can study Mandarin guided by the YCT and HSK curriculum, with EAL support so every student thrives in English.
Languages at PGS
Digital
Chromebooks and digital literacy
Students learn with Chromebooks, and Digital Literacy is part of every year group.
Learning approachHeritage
A uniform woven from tais
Our uniform draws on Timor-Leste's tais weaving. The same heritage gives this website its motif.
School uniform
Community
Service with AQUILA Foundation
Through AQUILA Foundation's weekly community service programme, PGS works alongside children and families in Manleuana.
Read the storyAdmissions
Your path to a place at PGS
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Chat with admissions
Message us on WhatsApp. We reply within one business day and arrange your campus visit.
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Application form
Complete the form and include the required documents.
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Application fee
Applications are reviewed once the fee and documents are received.
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Entrance assessment
An age-appropriate assessment and/or interview, arranged with you.
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Offer letter
You hear the result, and successful applicants receive a letter of offer.
News & events
Life at PGS this term
Questions parents ask
Before you message us
Can my child join in the middle of the school year?
Yes. Admission to PGS is open to students of all nationalities throughout the year.
How does the entrance assessment work?
Early Years children have a friendly assessment with the Head of Primary. Years 1–3 sit age-appropriate tests in English and Mathematics. Years 4–11 sit an age-appropriate entrance test with an English assessment. Final acceptance is decided by the Principal / Head of School.
Which curriculum does PGS follow?
Pearson throughout: a Pearson-inspired, play-based Early Years curriculum, the Pearson Primary programme, and the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE in Secondary. PGS is the only Pearson-accredited school in Timor-Leste.
My child is still learning English. Can they join?
Yes. We provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, so every student can thrive in our classrooms.
What are the school hours?
Early Years runs 8.30am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday. Primary and Secondary run 8.30am to 4.20pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 12.30pm on Friday, with extra-curricular activities (ECA) from 4.30pm to 5.30pm.
What happens after IGCSE?
Our collaboration with Sunway University gives students a pathway to higher education, alongside options to study in Timor-Leste or abroad.
How much are the fees?
Our admissions team shares the current fee schedule on WhatsApp when you message us.
