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International Schools in Albania

Compare 19 international schools in Albania. Filter by curriculum, fees (average ALL 132,989), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
19
Curricula
17
Average annual fee
ALL 8,172
Fee range
ALL 3,000 – 26,900
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size
427 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Albanian College Tirana I
Oldest
Tirana International School (1991)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Albania

International schools in Albania are concentrated in and around Tirana with the widest choice of English-medium options; smaller bilingual or private international projects also operate in coastal and regional centres. Schools most commonly offer British (National Curriculum/IGCSE/A-Level) and American-style programmes alongside several IB World Schools, and many providers integrate Albanian language and national requirements into parts of the programme. Annual tuition for established English-medium international schools commonly falls in the low- to mid-thousands of euros per year, though headline fees vary by age, curriculum and extra charges for transport, uniforms and exams. The main intake follows the Albanian academic calendar in September, with places sometimes offered on a rolling basis subject to availability and entry assessments, so families should contact admissions early and prepare school reports, proof of identity and any learning-support documentation.

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British (7) American (6) IB (4) Australian (2) French (1)

Choosing an international school in Albania

Curricula

There are 19 international schools in Albania covering 17 curricula. The most widely offered are American Curriculum (5), Bespoke Curriculum (4), IB (DP) (4), Cambridge IGCSE (4), Advanced Placement (AP) (3). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Albania runs from about ALL 3,000 to ALL 26,900, averaging roughly ALL 8,172. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Albania run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

1 of the 19 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Albania we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Albania

Which curricula are available at international schools in Albania and how do they differ?
You will commonly find British (National Curriculum/IGCSE and A-Level or Pearson/Edexcel), American-style and International Baccalaureate (IB) offerings; each has different assessment and progression models. The British route uses age-based year groups and terminal public exams (IGCSE/A-Level), American models emphasise continuous assessment and may offer AP courses, while the IB Diploma is a two-year, internationally portable qualification aimed at university entrance. Choose the curriculum that best fits your family’s mobility, university destinations and your child’s learning style.
How much should I budget for tuition and other school costs?
Headline tuition for established international schools in Tirana frequently sits in the low-to-mid thousands of euros per year, but published fees vary by school, year group and curriculum and often exclude extras. Expect additional mandatory or optional charges for registration, capital or development fees, examination entries, school transport, meals, uniforms and after-school care, so always ask for a full fee schedule and an example annual cost breakdown.
When should we apply and what documents or assessments are required?
The main intake aligns with the national school year that starts in September, but many schools accept applications year-round where places exist; apply as early as possible to reserve a place. Admissions typically require recent school reports, proof of identity (passport or ID), vaccination records and any learning-support information, and older children are usually assessed by interview, placement tests or standardised assessments.
What is the language of instruction and will my child learn Albanian?
Most international schools teach primarily in English, and many offer Albanian lessons or incorporate required elements of the national curriculum so local language and history are covered where relevant. Schools differ in how quickly they add Albanian language instruction and whether they run parallel bilingual streams, so check each school’s language policy and support for non-Albanian speakers if you want your child to progress in Albanian.
What should relocating families look for when comparing international schools in Albania?
Prioritise the fit between curriculum and your family’s future plans, check recognised accreditation or affiliations, review pastoral and learning-support provision, and confirm the full cost of attendance including extras and notice-period rules. Also consider location, transport options and how well the school supports new arrivals (orientation, language support and transition testing), and request recent policies and sample reports before deciding.