American International School of Budapest vs Budapest British International School

	A American International School of Budapest Budapest, Hungary	B Budapest British International School Budapest, Hungary
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HUF 18,750 - 32,100	Fees / year HUF 12,090 - 25,250
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 420
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1973	Opened 2015
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 2094 Nagykovácsi, Nagykovácsi út 12. Hungary	Location BBIS operates on two campuses in Budapest at 4 Zsolna utca, 1125 Budapest, and 55/B Istenhegyi utca, 1125 Budapest, Hungary.
Stages	Stages Early Childhood; Elementary School; Middle School; High School	Stages Early Childhood; Primary Years Programme; IB Middle Years Programme; IB Diploma
School type	School type —	School type Independent international day school; IB World Continuum School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Representing over 35 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support AISB offers personalised learning with learning coaches, time in the schedule, and credits for selected external/online courses; Global Online Academy (GOA) is a not-for-profit organization, and AISB participates with GOA as part of its personalised learning options.	Additional learning support Inclusive education with high-quality teaching; supports individual learning through Special Educational Needs & Inclusion.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation USA	Country affiliation British international school; COBIS-accredited
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Door-to-door bus service provided by Levissimo Bus.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Overview - The figures below follow the school's published tuition and payment terms for the 2025/26 academic year and show fees billed in United States dollars (USD). Application fee (new students only) - Application fee (one-time, non‑refundable): USD 650. Registration / enrollment fees (new students only) - A one‑time registration/enrollment fee is charged for new students; the school's published amounts for registration/enrollment vary by year and are shown in the school fee schedule. Returning students pay a seat‑reservation deposit which is deductible from tuition. Building / capital fee (recurring annual charge) - Building fee (annual, non‑refundable): USD 3,500 (charged each school year). Tuition fees by section (full‑year amounts; 2025/26 published schedule) - Early Childhood (EC3, EC4): USD 15,250 per year. - Elementary (Kindergarten – Grade 5): USD 24,600 per year. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): USD 26,450 per year. - High School (Grades 9–10): USD 27,800 per year. - High School (Grades 11–12 / Diploma years): USD 28,600 per year. Per‑term or installment amounts and options - Tuition is invoiced on an annual basis in USD; at the time of enrollment families must select a payment plan option. The school offers a standard single payment or installment plans (two or three installments). For installment plans a processing fee (5%) is applied to the 2nd and 3rd installments under the published Plan B / Plan C arrangements; Plan C is not available for company payments. For students admitted after July 1, tuition and the building fee are payable in one single payment. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued in USD and are payable net of any bank fees. Payments cannot be made in cash or by bank/credit card; bank transfer is the accepted method. Families, sponsors or companies are responsible for payment within the invoice terms (standard term: payment due within 30 days of invoice). Overdue balances are charged interest at 12% per annum (calculated daily) and unpaid accounts may lead to suspension of the student if not cleared within 60 days. An invoice for tuition and building fee is issued on the child's first day of attendance for students joining during the school year. Boarding / accommodation fees - AISB operates as a day school; boarding is not offered and there are no boarding fees. Other costs or additional fees - The school's published fee structure identifies additional chargeable items separate from base tuition and the building fee. These commonly include a seat‑reservation deposit for returning students (deductible from tuition) and may include fees for optional services (transportation, school meals, extracurricular activities, field trips, specialized workshops, language support or on‑campus services). Amounts for these additional services are charged separately and vary by service. The building fee and other recurring charges are billed annually. Refunds and withdrawal billing - Written notification to Admissions is required when withdrawing a student. The date stated in the written withdrawal notice is the date from which any tuition refund (if applicable) will be calculated. Tuition and building fees are payable for the full school year unless otherwise specified in the school's invoice and payment terms; partial‑year invoicing applies for students who join during the school year. Overdue accounts follow the school's published collection and interest procedures. Accepted payment methods and practical notes - All invoices are issued in USD and must be paid net of bank charges. Cash and bank/credit card payments are not accepted; payments should be made by bank transfer as instructed on the invoice. Companies paying on behalf of families should ensure the invoice is forwarded to the appropriate department; the family remains responsible for timely payment. Installment plan availability and any processing fees are applied according to the selected plan and payer type (private family vs company). Summary (what you will be invoiced for at initial enrollment) - New student one‑time items: application fee (USD 650), registration/enrollment fee (one‑time — amount shown on the school invoice), seat reservation / enrollment deposit where applicable. - Annual recurring items: tuition (by grade as listed above) and building fee (USD 3,500). - Optional/variable: transportation, meals, extracurriculars, trips and other service fees charged separately.	Fee details Application and entry charges - Application Fee (new students): €450. - Registration Fee (new students): €1,200. - Deposit (new students): €1,000. - Seat reservation deposit (deducted from school contributions): €1,700 (applies to new and returning students). Annual tuition by programme / year group (full-year amounts) - Early Childhood (FS1–FS2; ages 3–4): €12,090 per year. - Early Childhood (FS3; age 5): €14,980 per year. - Primary Year 1 (age 6): €17,660 per year. - Primary Years 2–5 (ages 7–10): €19,850 per year. - MYP Years 1–3 (ages 11–13): €21,990 per year. - MYP Years 4–5 (ages 14–15): €23,270 per year. - DP Years 1–2 (ages 16–17): €25,250 per year. Per-term tuition (standard three-term year) - The school operates on a three-term academic calendar. The per-term amounts below are the annual contribution divided into three equal term payments: - Early Childhood (3–4): €4,030.00 per term (€12,090 ÷ 3). - Early Childhood (5): €4,993.33 per term (€14,980 ÷ 3). - Primary Year 1: €5,886.67 per term (€17,660 ÷ 3). - Primary Years 2–5: €6,616.67 per term (€19,850 ÷ 3). - MYP 1–3: €7,330.00 per term (€21,990 ÷ 3). - MYP 4–5: €7,756.67 per term (€23,270 ÷ 3). - DP 1–2: €8,416.67 per term (€25,250 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - The school year is organised into three terms; invoicing and term dates follow the three-term calendar. Families receive invoices and payment is managed through the school finance process. - The seat reservation deposit is applied against the school contribution and is deducted from the invoiced contribution. - Acceptance, invoicing and the formal Education Agreement (Terms and Conditions) are issued alongside the offer and set the contractual payment terms. Boarding - BBIS in Budapest does not publish a boarding provision for students; there are no boarding fees listed for the Budapest campus. (Day-school provision and transport options are described separately.) Other costs and additional fees - English as an Additional Language (EAL): EAL support is charged as an additional fee where required. - Special Educational Needs / one-to-one support: Additional charges may be levied if the school determines interventions are required beyond the standard contribution; such charges are itemised separately. - After-school clubs, Stay & Play and extra‑curricular activities: charges apply for club participation and Stay & Play sessions. - School bus (door-to-door): bus service is available through contracted providers; bus charges are separate from tuition. - School lunches and snacks: primary students are provided with lunch; EYFS and Years 1–2 are provided with morning and afternoon snacks. Any specific meal-plan costs or third‑party catering charges are managed separately. - Uniform: school uniform is required and is purchased separately via the designated uniform supplier. Costs for uniform items are payable by families at the point of order. - Examination or external assessment fees (for DP/IB, external assessments, standardised tests) and dedicated course costs may be charged in addition to the contribution where applicable; these fees are billed separately. Refunds, withdrawal and cancellations - Refunds, withdrawal procedures and any prorating of contributions are governed by the Education Agreement (Terms and Conditions) provided with an offer and by the school's invoicing policy. Families receive the contractual refund and withdrawal terms in the Education Agreement accompanying the offer. For specific refund terms and timelines contact the Finance Office. Fee payment options and contact for payments - Payments and invoicing are handled via the school's finance process and Finance Portal. For payment queries and instructions contact the Finance Office at finance@bbis.hu. Concise note on publicly available details - The publicly posted fee chart provides the annual contribution amounts and the listed one‑off charges (application, registration, deposit, seat reservation). The school calendar shows a three-term year and the Admissions and Terms pages indicate that the Education Agreement contains full payment and refund terms; specific payment‑method details (card, bank transfer or other accepted methods) and a full public refund schedule are not published in the publicly accessible materials and are managed through the Finance Office and the formal Education Agreement. For payment-method specifics and contractual refund terms, contact finance@bbis.hu.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Day school.	Boarding arrangements Boarding facilities are day-only; BBIS is a day school and does not offer boarding.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement AISB does not have a school uniform. Dress should be neat and appropriate for school; clothing should cover underwear and midriff, and not display inappropriate language or logos. Separate indoor shoes are required; winter clothing should be suitable for outdoor play.	Uniform requirement BBIS uses a uniform with summer and winter sets and a PE kit. Black, closed-toe shoes are required; students should have indoor shoes; uniforms can be ordered online via the provided link and a uniform guide is available.
Food options	Food options AISB offers on-site meals via a campus cafeteria. Grade 5 students and older have access to the Building B cafeteria during lunchtime. Elementary students do not have access to Building B Cafeteria, Coffee Shop, or vending machines; an Elementary Coffee Shop operates after school from 3:30 PM to 3:40 PM.	Food options Lunch is provided to Primary School students; EYFS, Year 1 and Year 2 students are offered a morning and afternoon snack.
House system	House system —	House system BBIS has a four-house system: Amber, Emerald, Ruby, and Sapphire. House points are awarded for various activities, and the winning house receives a trophy at the end-of-year assembly.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership AISB is a private, non-profit educational institution founded in 1973 by the United States Embassy to serve U.S. Government employees' dependents. AISB is governed by an 11-person Board of Trustees.	Governance and ownership BBIS Foundation is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to enriching the community life of BBIS. It operates independently as a nonprofit and supports school programmes.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The high school program is based on an American educational model within an international context. English is the language of instruction, except in World Languages. All students have access to a wide range of courses and pathways to cater to students' interests and needs. AISB follows a 75–80 minute block schedule with each class meeting on average 200 minutes per week. Students can graduate with a combination of three diplomas, accredited by CIS and the Middle States Association: AISB High School Diploma (Grades 9–12); AISB Diploma + IB Diploma; AISB Diploma + Innovation Diploma.	Curriculum details BBIS delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the Primary School. The PYP places the individual learner at the heart of learning within a holistic approach that supports academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Teaching and learning are inquiry-driven, transdisciplinary, and student-centered, fostering curiosity and ownership of learning. The PYP is concept-driven and organized around six transdisciplinary themes: Who we are; Where we are in place and time; How we express ourselves; How the world works; How we organise ourselves; Sharing the planet. BBIS teachers develop a Programme of Inquiry (POI) that reflects the school community and links units of inquiry across ages, building a long-term curriculum plan. In the Secondary School, BBIS offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma (DP). Learning and teaching in the secondary are guided by six IB Approaches to Teaching: learning is conceptually framed; learning is contextualised; learning is collaborative; learning is differentiated; assessment is criterion-related; and learning emphasises reflection. BBIS is an authorised IB Continuum World School.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:1 student to educator ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma results for Class of 2024: Cohort size 95; Full Diploma Students 78 (82%); Pass Rate 92; Mean points score (WW) 35; Highest score (max. 45) 44; Average Subject Grade (WW) 5.4; Scores 39+ points 17. IB Diploma results for Class of 2023: Cohort 84; Full Diploma Students 58 (78%); Pass Rate 93; Mean 35; Highest 44; Average 5.6; 39+ points 26. IB Diploma results for Class of 2022: Cohort 74; Full Diploma Students 69 (82%); Pass Rate 97; Mean 34; Highest 45; Average 5.4; 39+ points 19. SAT scores: 1343 average; Math 684; Writing 650.	Exam results IB Diploma: 92% pass rate since 2024; 100% of Diploma students who pursue higher education gain university places; BBIS average DP score is 31.08 (out of 45) with the highest score of 43.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Matriculation by country for Class of 2024 shows: 31.3% USA; 21.7% United Kingdom; 8.4% Canada; 4.8% Ireland; 10.8% Netherlands; 6.0% Spain; 3.6% France; 3.6% Italy; 3.6% Hungary; 1.2% Austria; 33% Other. The College Acceptances and Matriculations section lists universities across the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe.	Higher education progression Class of 2025 matriculated to Emerson College (USA); Pennsylvania State University (USA); McGill University (Canada); Bath Spa University (UK); Courtauld Institute of Art (UK); ELTE and Semmelweis University (Hungary); and other universities worldwide. Since 2024 BBIS students have also received offers from University College London (UCL); Stanford University; University of Michigan; Georgia Institute of Technology; University of Cardiff; and other leading universities.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Innovation Diploma (Grades 10–12) empowers students to solve authentic problems using cross-disciplinary competencies. It includes Introduction to Innovation, two integrated project-based courses, three specialization courses, an internship, and a student-led capstone project. Students may earn university credit in some courses. AISB offers three diploma pathways: AISB Diploma; AISB Diploma + IB Diploma; AISB Diploma + Innovation Diploma; The Innovation Diploma emphasizes student agency, embracing uncertainty and an innovative mindset.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Elementary Counselor works with students, teachers and parents to ensure social, emotional, and academic success. Counseling is delivered in multiple formats, including classroom lessons, school-wide initiatives, one-on-one counseling, group counseling, and consultation with teachers and parents. The guidance program addresses social skills, conflict resolution, cooperation, and self-esteem. The counselor is involved in identifying the need for and designing behavioral and academic interventions to support learning. This framework supports students' well-being within AISB's broader student support structure.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters an internationally minded community with small classes and strong teacher–student relationships that support curiosity, exploration of ideas, and personal growth, while celebrating achievement and progress.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support Services (LSS) provides a continuum of support and resources to help students achieve their potential. The LSS team works with leadership, teachers, students and families to provide the tools, guidance, support, and services needed to foster academic and social success for students. Modifications and accommodations may be made to instructional delivery, classroom assignments and assessments to help students demonstrate learning. English As An Additional Language (EAL) supports English language learners with small-group, in-class, or combined supports. The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is part of AISB's support services.	Special educational needs (SEN) BBIS lists Special Educational Needs & Inclusion as a page on its site, indicating dedicated provisions under its inclusion framework.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The Elementary School offers English As An Additional Language (EAL) to support listening, speaking, reading and writing as students learn across the curriculum. EAL may be provided in small groups, in-class, or a combination of both, and the exit from the program is determined in consultation with the classroom teacher and administration. The Elementary Handbook specifies EAL as a supported student service alongside LSS and the Learning Resource Center.	English as an additional language BBIS provides an English-focused international education with an English-medium curriculum, as implied by its IB World Continuum status and British international school identity.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Elementary Counselor supports students' social, emotional, and academic well-being. Counseling is delivered through classroom lessons, school-wide initiatives, one-on-one counseling, group counseling, and consultation with teachers and parents. The program focuses on social skills, conflict resolution, effective communication, cooperation and self-esteem, and involves designing behavioral and academic interventions as needed.	Mental wellbeing The school emphasizes a supportive community and safeguarding practices as part of its pastoral care framework, aligning with its inclusive IB and COBIS accreditation.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding AISB has a Safeguarding Team with a Designated Safeguarding Lead (ES School Counselor), a Deputy Safeguarding Lead (ES Associate Principal), a Designated E-safety Lead, and additional safeguarding designates including the Hungarian Child Safeguarding Lead Hajni Vass and other senior leaders. Safeguarding and Inclusivity are central to the school's DEIJB framework. Safeguarding communications to parents emphasize confidentiality, with procedures to report concerns and protect those involved. There is a formal whistle-blowing policy and an annual safeguarding review and development process.	Safeguarding BBIS highlights pastoral care and safeguarding as part of its provision, underpinned by COBIS accreditation and IB programmes.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview AISB occupies a single campus on 16 hectares on the northern outskirts of Budapest. The Middle/High School building houses more than 50 classrooms, a library, a cafeteria, a design technology suite, a double-sized gymnasium, a single-size gymnasium, a 25-meter swimming pool, a 350-seat theatre, and performing and visual arts facilities. The Elementary building has more than 25 classrooms, a library, a cafeteria, EPIC and STEAM rooms, a double-size gymnasium and performing and visual arts facilities. On the grounds there are two soccer fields, an athletics track with lights, four lighted tennis courts and a basketball court.	Facilities overview BBIS operates on two Budapest campuses: 4 Zsolna utca, 1125 and 55/B Istenhegyi ut, 1125. The land behind the Primary School was purchased and work began on a new purpose-built Secondary School, which opened in 2018. In 2021 the new Secondary School opened, along with a new Nursery and Reception class. The Primary Library houses almost 4,000 books for children aged three to 11, and a brand-new Secondary Library was opened to support the IB MYP and DP curricula and is open daily at break and lunchtimes. The library also provides access to digital resources such as Gale In Context: Middle School, Global Issues, Opposing Viewpoints and Britannica School.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus sports facilities include a double-sized gymnasium, a single-size gymnasium, a 25-meter swimming pool, two soccer fields, an athletics track with lights, four lighted tennis courts and a basketball court.	Sports facilities BBIS runs sports teams that compete in Budapest fixtures and international tournaments in Austria, Slovakia, Serbia and the Czech Republic. There are after-school sports clubs, including BBIS Lions Football. The school organizes seasonal programmes with Autumn football and cross country, Winter basketball, Spring volleyball and tennis, and Summer athletics.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Middle/High School building houses a library, cafeteria, design technology suite, a 350-seat theatre, and performing and visual arts facilities. The Elementary building has a library, cafeteria, EPIC and STEAM rooms, a double-size gymnasium and performing and visual arts facilities.	Academic facilities From Primary Years Programme 5, BBIS implements the BYOD policy, with students using 1-to-1 iPads or Chromebooks in the classroom. In primary, every classroom is equipped with touch-screen SMART Panels, and every secondary classroom has televisions to enhance teaching and learning. The secondary library opened recently and is designed to support the IB MYP and DP, with a growing collection and access to digital resources such as Gale In Context: Middle School, Global Issues, Opposing Viewpoints, and Britannica School. The Sciences offer Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies, and Sport, Exercise and Health Science; Robotics is introduced with VEX from the 2025–26 year.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities AISB has a strong Student Support Program and a Service Learning Program, and students engage in extracurricular activities supported by arts and athletic facilities on the campus.	Extra curricular facilities BBIS offers a broad range of after-school clubs, including Academic Writing, BBIS Lions Football, Model UN, K-Pop Club, Theatre Club, Marketing Club and Choir. Sports clubs and Teams participate in competitive fixtures within Budapest and beyond, with tournaments in Austria, Slovakia, Serbia and the Czech Republic. Extra-curricular activities include Homework Club, Science Club, Creative Writing and Hungarian, among others. All competitive teams are open to both boys and girls, with separate training for MYP students and KS2 students when appropriate.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History AISB was established in 1973 by the United States Embassy to serve U.S. Government families. It now serves a globally diverse student body from many nationalities. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees drawn from AISB's active parent community. The Global Impact Diploma and a Dual Diploma that combines the GID with the IB diploma illustrate AISB's commitment to innovative, learner-centered pathways.	History BBIS opened in 2015 with about 50 primary students in Years 1–4. It gained COBIS accreditation in 2015 and began pursuing IB MYP accreditation in 2017. In 2018 the land behind the Primary School was purchased to support a new, purpose-built Secondary School. In 2020 BBIS delivered online learning during the pandemic and was designated a Candidate School for the IB PYP. By 2024 BBIS welcomed about 420 students daily, completed COBIS reaccreditation, and reported a 100% pass rate for its first IB Diploma cohort (DP2 average 32, top 38). In 2025 BBIS achieved PYP Authorisation and became Budapest's first IB Continuum School offering PYP, MYP, and DP for ages 3–18.
Community	Community AISB fosters a vibrant international community with events that celebrate culture and collaboration. The International Festival brings families together for food, performances, and cultural dress, organized with support from the PSA. The school also hosts student- and community-led initiatives such as the Changemakers Conference and ongoing clubs and service projects.	Community BBIS builds a small, caring community in which parents, pupils and staff work in partnership to create a happy and friendly environment. Community events and activities include initiatives such as running stalls at International Week and various charity events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association AISB has a Parent School Association (PSA) that coordinates parent involvement and communications with the school. The PSA runs regular news items and events, including parent sessions such as Steering a Fast Mind and other Parents in Partnership offerings, and features posts about student service activities. The PSA page shows ongoing engagement with 2025–2026 posts and mentions events like the International Festival. The PSA is actively referenced in AISB news and on its Parent School Association page.	Parent teacher association BBIS has a Parents and Friends Association (PFA) that builds a connected, supportive community and supports activities beyond the classroom. It involves volunteers from parents and staff to create opportunities for families to connect and to bring special projects to life; activities include participation in International Week stalls and charity events.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The high school program at AISB is based on an American educational model within an international context. English is the language of instruction, except in World Languages courses. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills and dispositions with a global perspective to prepare students to flourish in a rapidly changing world. All students have access to a wide range of courses and pathways, and the school uses a 75-80 minute block schedule with about 200 minutes of class time per week for each course. Students can graduate with the AISB High School Diploma, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), or the AISB Innovation Diploma, and the IB Diploma is available to eligible Grade 11-12 students. Some courses offer university credit in certain offerings.	Academic & intellectual The school offers a broad selection of after-school clubs run by teaching staff. After-school activities reinforce classroom learning by providing a real-world context for applying academic skills. Clubs include Academic Writing, Model UN, K-Pop Club, Theatre Club, Marketing Club, and Choir.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts are integrated into school life through exhibitions, performances and productions. AISB hosts Celebrations of the Arts where student artwork, music and movement are showcased for families. The school offers clubs and events in the arts, including performing arts opportunities and productions such as cabaret and school plays. See evidence of arts programming through events like the Spring Cabaret and ongoing student art exhibitions.	Arts & creative The school supports creative expression through Theatre Club and Choir, and offers arts-focused clubs such as K-Pop Club that encourage collaboration and performance.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language AISB has a diverse international community with students from many nationalities. English is the language of instruction, with World Languages courses offered as part of the curriculum. Model United Nations and debate clubs are among the co‑curricular offerings. The school also supports language and cultural engagement through its international community and generous club offerings.	Cultural & language Language and culture are encouraged through activities including Hungarian language clubs and Model UN, broadening cross-cultural awareness and global perspectives.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies AISB offers a range of clubs and activities, including debate, Model United Nations, robotics and performing arts, as well as service initiatives. Clubs are integrated into the regular school schedule to support student learning beyond classroom time. Students can participate in arts, technology, and service activities as part of a vibrant co‑curricular program.	Social & hobbies After-school clubs foster teamwork, social interaction, physical activity, and a sense of culture and community, with participation in sports teams alongside creative clubs.
Community & service	Community & service Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is part of the IB Diploma experience to develop student learning outside of traditional academics. AISB promotes community service and service initiatives as part of its programs. The school provides internships and collaboration with external partners to support project-based learning and real-world impact.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional University counselors provide guidance for college and university planning and applications. Internship opportunities and project-based learning are emphasized, including pathways through the Innovation Diploma with internships and capstone projects. Leadership development is supported through student clubs, service initiatives and related experiences integrated into the school program.	Leadership & professional The BBIS Clubs Program is designed to foster creativity, collaboration, leadership, and well-being. Model UN provides opportunities for leadership development and public speaking through competitive activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellness and physical education are integral to the program, with options such as Lifetime Fitness that provide opportunities to participate in physical activities during the school day. Students earn Physical Education credits toward graduation, and wellness offerings include activities designed to support physical and mental well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical Education is an integral, inquiry-based part of BBIS. Students have weekly PE and swimming lessons and can represent BBIS in fixtures against international schools. Beyond class hours, after-school clubs including football, basketball, netball, gymnastics, cheerleading, yoga and Mini Ninjas promote health, teamwork and well-being. BBIS PE inspires students to be balanced, reflective and active learners who understand the importance of health and personal growth.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Instruction is primarily in English. Hungarian language studies are available; AISB has offered a Hungarian language class as a scheduled block and independent study options for the mother tongue. World Languages include French, German, and Spanish; Language B SL/HL is available in the IB Diploma program. EAL support is available for students whose first language is not English.	Language provision German, Spanish and Hungarian are offered as foreign languages. Within the Diploma Programme, a variety of international languages can be studied ab initio. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided to help non-native English-speaking students, and is available at an additional cost.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the primary language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for students who need it. Hungarian language studies are offered as a second language or mother-tongue maintenance in some schedules. World Languages courses include French, German, and Spanish.	Bilingual teaching —
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards IB commendations (2025) – BBIS received 16 commendations from the International Baccalaureate. First graduating cohort – 100% pass IB Diploma.
Accreditations	Accreditations The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools — US regional accreditation confirming AISB meets standards for American‑style education. The Council of International Schools — CIS accreditation confirming AISB meets international school standards and participates in ongoing improvement.	Accreditations IB World Continuum School status – Budapest's first IB World Continuum School and Hungary's first to graduate IB Diploma students. COBIS accreditation (2015) – Council of British International Schools accreditation. MYP accreditation (2021) – the only school in Hungary with full MYP accreditation. IB Diploma (DP) authorisation (2022) – authorised to operate the IB Diploma and join the IB World Schools community; creating the first continuous IB World School for secondary-age students in Budapest. PYP status: Candidate School (2023) – designated as a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme. COBIS reaccreditation (2023) – Reaccreditation of COBIS. COBIS reaccreditation (2024) – Reaccreditation of COBIS. PYP Authorisation (January 2025) – BBIS authorised to offer the IB Primary Years Programme. IB Continuum status (2025) – first IB Continuum School in Budapest and Hungary offering all 3 IB programmes.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Begin the AISB application with the initial survey, which generates a login for your Admissions Portal. The portal is the entry point to the AISB online admissions process. Use the Start Process option to access the Veracross-based admissions system and continue with the application. The Apply Now area and veracross links guide you into the online submission process. 2. Access the Veracross-based admissions platform to complete the online application. AISB routes this process through the Admissions Portal, which is activated after the initial survey. The portal links shown on the How to Apply page include Start Process and portals.veracross.eu for online submission. 3. Fees and medical requirements: AISB operates as a not-for-profit institution. 2025-2026 tuition by section is as follows: Early Childhood (EC3, EC4) $15,250; Elementary School KG–Grade 5 $24,600; Middle School (Grades 6–8) $26,450; High School (Grades 9–10) $27,800; High School Diploma (Grades 11–12) $28,600. Supplementary Fees for new students are: Application $650, Registration $1,000, Building $3,500. A recent medical examination is required for admission, and a Medical Examination and History Form must be completed by a physician in English. Immunization must meet the requirements for the student's age group (HIB, OPV/IPV, DPT/DT, MMR, HEPB, with boosters as applicable), and all medical records must be in English prior to admission. AISB's instruction is in English.	Admissions BBIS is an IB World School authorised to teach the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). It is the first fully authorised IB Continuum School in Budapest and an Accredited Member of COBIS, with a British Chamber of Commerce in Hungary membership and sponsorship of events with the British Embassy and expatriate organisations. The school has over 400 students from 35+ countries. In Primary, the adult-to-child ratio is 1:5; in Secondary, 1:7. BBIS operates rolling admissions with applications accepted year-round. All applicants undergo an assessment as part of the process: Secondary students complete two entrance tests (CAT4 and an English language assessment if English is not the first language); Primary students spend time in the prospective class and participate in lessons; Early Childhood to PYP2 have Read Write Inc screening; from EC3 upwards, standardised reading assessments are used; from EC3 upwards, arithmetic and problem-solving assessments provided by White Rose Maths are used for appropriate year groups. If a child cannot speak English, BBIS assesses the current English level; intensive English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available, typically at an additional cost and depending on year group. BBIS offers German, Spanish and Hungarian as foreign languages; within the DP, a variety of international languages can be studied ab initio. After-school provision includes a diverse range of clubs daily from 3:20 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with Stay and Play from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. if there is sufficient interest, and charges apply. The BBIS campus is located at 4 Zsolna utca, 1125 Budapest, and 55/B Istenhegyi utca, 1125 Budapest.
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