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International School of Bucharest (ISB)

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International School of Bucharest is a leading British-style international school in Bucharest, catering to students aged 2½ to 18 years. Positioned for families seeking rigorous academics within a global, nurturing environment, ISB delivers the National Curriculum of England and Wales, enhanced with Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form.

The school thrives on a diverse community of over 700 students from 40 different countries, taught by native-English educators—maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 7:1. The spacious campus at Șoseaua Gării Cățelu features modern classrooms, science labs, sports fields, and libraries, all geared toward fostering independent thinking, responsibility, and open‑mindedness.

ISB emphasises holistic development through its Character Education programme and offers a wide range of free extracurricular activities—from music and robotics to team sports. Regular university guidance prepares students for global admissions, while extended after-school care adds convenience for busy families.

💼 Tuition fees 2025/2026:

  • Early Years (2½–5 yrs) – €9,847/year (~€1,095/month over 9 months)
  • Primary (Years 1–6) – €15,879/year (~€1,764/month)
  • Secondary Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) – €16,685/year (~€1,854/month)
  • Secondary Key Stage 4/5 (Years 10–13) – €17,663/year (~€1,962/month)

Early-bird discount: approximately 5–8% if fees are paid before mid-February or April, bringing monthly rates down significantly.

One-time registration fee is €1,000. Additional annual costs may apply for ESL/SEN support, uniforms, transport, lunch, or residential trips, though many extracurriculars are included. Siblings receive up to 10% discount.