British International School Moscow – School 2 vs International School of Moscow – Krylatskoe Campus

	B British International School Moscow – School 2 Moscow, Russia	I International School of Moscow – Krylatskoe Campus Moscow, Russia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RUB 16,590 - 1,650,000	Fees / year RUB 26,990 - 47,900
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils 800
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1994	Opened 2007
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location School №2 is located at 9 Priorova Street, Moscow. It is part of the British International School in Moscow network.	Location Located in western Moscow, Krylatskoe Campus sits on the site of the former Olympic Park, now a protected national park. The language of instruction is English, and it is a secure, gated campus with 24/7 security. It is one of two ISM campuses in Moscow, alongside the Rosinka Campus. The address is Krylatskoe, Krylatskaya Ulitsa 12, Krylatskoe, Moscow, 121552.
Stages	Stages Key Stage 2 (7–11 years).	Stages EYFS and younger Primary (Years 1-4) on the Lower Campus; Upper Campus houses older Primary (Years 5-6) and Secondary (Years 7-13).
School type	School type International Programme school offering the English National Curriculum (in English).	School type Day
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students from over 50 nationalities; multicultural environment.	Pupil nationality mix More than 50 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support EAL support available; English language development in small groups.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British-affiliated; English National Curriculum.	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Extended Day Group runs from 15:30 to 19:00 with meals and outdoor activities; after-school care is available.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Comfortable school buses.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission fees - International (English National Curriculum) academic assessment fee: EUR 4,000 (one‑off, payable at enrolment). Sibling discount: assessment reduced to EUR 1,000 for children with a sibling already enrolled; children aged 2–4 receive assessment free in designated circumstances. - Russian programme entry assessment fee: 100,000 ₽ (one‑off, payable at enrolment). Tuition fees — International programme (fees shown per term and per year, EUR) - Nursery (½ day): Term EUR 5,530 · Year EUR 16,590. - Nursery (1 day): Term EUR 7,100 · Year EUR 21,300. - Reception: Term EUR 8,400 · Year EUR 25,200. - Year 1: Term EUR 10,000 · Year EUR 30,000. - Year 2: Term EUR 10,000 · Year EUR 30,000. - Year 3: Term EUR 10,550 · Year EUR 31,650. - Year 4: Term EUR 10,550 · Year EUR 31,650. - Year 5: Term EUR 10,550 · Year EUR 31,650. - Year 6: Term EUR 10,550 · Year EUR 31,650. - Year 7: Term EUR 11,700 · Year EUR 35,100. - Year 8: Term EUR 11,700 · Year EUR 35,100. - Year 9: Term EUR 11,700 · Year EUR 35,100. - Year 10: Term EUR 12,150 · Year EUR 36,450. - Year 11: Term EUR 12,150 · Year EUR 36,450. - Year 12 (A‑level): Term EUR 12,500 · Year EUR 37,500. - Year 13 (A‑level): Term EUR 12,500 · Year EUR 37,500. Tuition fees — Russian programme (fees shown by study period and total year, Russian roubles; published for 2026/2027) - Year 1: Period I 580,000 ₽ · Period II 480,000 ₽ · Period III 480,000 ₽ · Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Year 2: Period I 580,000 ₽ · Period II 480,000 ₽ · Period III 480,000 ₽ · Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Year 3: Period I 580,000 ₽ · Period II 480,000 ₽ · Period III 480,000 ₽ · Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Year 4: Period I 580,000 ₽ · Period II 480,000 ₽ · Period III 480,000 ₽ · Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Year 5: Period I 590,000 ₽ · Period II 490,000 ₽ · Period III 490,000 ₽ · Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Year 6: Period I 590,000 ₽ · Period II 490,000 ₽ · Period III 490,000 ₽ · Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Year 7: Period I 590,000 ₽ · Period II 490,000 ₽ · Period III 490,000 ₽ · Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Year 8: Period I 650,000 ₽ · Period II 500,000 ₽ · Period III 500,000 ₽ · Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Year 9: Period I 650,000 ₽ · Period II 500,000 ₽ · Period III 500,000 ₽ · Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Year 10: Period I 650,000 ₽ · Period II 500,000 ₽ · Period III 500,000 ₽ · Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Year 11: Period I 650,000 ₽ · Period II 500,000 ₽ · Period III 500,000 ₽ · Year total 1,650,000 ₽. What the tuition covers (selected inclusions) - Tuition fees include the stated educational programme, support from native English‑speaking educators (international programme), partial excursion programme, onsite catering up to Year 6, free school clubs (where indicated) and learning materials as published. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are invoiced by academic period (term). Payment for each academic period is due as 100% prepayment before the first day of the period. - For 9th and 11th classes the third study period is payable in full regardless of the examination schedule. - Payments are made in roubles (the Contract sets payment in roubles). For international programme amounts published in euros, the contract converts euro amounts to roubles at the Central Bank of the Russian Federation rate on the day of payment; a floor exchange rate rule is applied where published. - All bank charges and transfer costs are the responsibility of the payer. Payments may be made in cash at the school's cash desk or by bank transfer to the school's account. Specific bank details and payment instructions are set out in the contract. Boarding - The school does not publish or operate a boarding provision; no boarding fees are listed. Transportation, extended‑day care and paid after‑school clubs are offered as additional services and are charged separately. Other charges and optional fees - Extended‑day childcare (until 19:00) is an additional paid service. - Paid extracurricular clubs (creative, educational and sports clubs) are charged separately. - School bus transport is a paid service with multiple routes; bus fees are charged separately. - School uniform is sold through the school's uniform service/showroom; uniform costs are additional. - External examination board fees (where applicable for IGCSE/A‑Level/Edexcel) and any optional private tuition, specialist assessments, school trips beyond those partially included, visas/immigration documentation, and similar third‑party charges are payable in addition to tuition where required (these items are not listed as included in standard tuition). Refunds, cancellation and notice - The entry/assessment fee is non‑refundable. - When a pupil leaves during an academic period at the parents' initiative, the school may retain the fees for that period (the contract allows no refund for the ongoing period). A written notice period (contractual notice) is required prior to the end of the current study period; the standard contractual notice is at least 50 calendar days before the end of the current academic period. - The school does not provide refunds for absence for illness, for periods when classes are suspended for public health or other force‑majeure reasons, or where the contract specifically excludes refund in those circumstances. - Failure to pay by the required deadline may result in suspension of services and non‑admission to classes until payment is received; the contract allows unilateral termination for non‑payment. Fee payment options (methods) - Payment methods specified in the contract: cash payments at the school cash desk and bank transfers to the school's account. All transfer charges are paid by the payer. The contract specifies the school's bank details for transfers. Notes for parents (concise summary) - International programme fees are published in euros per term and per year; amounts are converted to roubles for contractual payment with a stated conversion rule. - Russian programme fees for the 2026/2027 academic year are published in roubles by study period and as annual totals. - Assessment fees are payable once at enrolment and are non‑refundable; sibling discounts and age‑based exemptions for assessments are published.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application Fee (non-refundable, including VAT): RUB 50,000. - Enrolment Fee (non-refundable, per student, including VAT): RUB 600,000. Tuition fees (per term and full-year by year group) — Academic year 2026–27 All tuition figures below are shown as the per-term instalments (Payment 1 = Term one/1, Payment 2 = Term one/2, Payment 3 = Term Two, Payment 4 = Term Three), the annual total, and the annual total if paid before June 15th. All fees are invoiced in RUB using the Central Bank exchange rate on the date of payment (not lower than 90 RUB/EUR). - Early Years - Pre-Nursery (age 2): Payment 1 €6,150 · Payment 2 €6,150 · Payment 3 €9,580 · Payment 4 €5,110 · Full year €26,990 · Full year if paid before June 15: €26,450. - Nursery (age 3): Payment 1 €6,150 · Payment 2 €6,150 · Payment 3 €9,580 · Payment 4 €5,110 · Full year €26,990 · Full year if paid before June 15: €26,450. - Reception (age 4): Payment 1 €7,410 · Payment 2 €7,410 · Payment 3 €11,540 · Payment 4 €6,140 · Full year €32,500 · Full year if paid before June 15: €31,850. - Primary (Years 1–6) - Year 1 (age 5): Payment 1 €9,230 · Payment 2 €9,230 · Payment 3 €14,380 · Payment 4 €7,660 · Full year €40,500 · Full year if paid before June 15: €39,690. - Year 2 (age 6): Payment 1 €9,230 · Payment 2 €9,230 · Payment 3 €14,380 · Payment 4 €7,660 · Full year €40,500 · Full year if paid before June 15: €39,690. - Year 3 (age 7): Payment 1 €9,760 · Payment 2 €9,760 · Payment 3 €15,190 · Payment 4 €8,090 · Full year €42,800 · Full year if paid before June 15: €41,944. - Year 4 (age 8): Payment 1 €9,760 · Payment 2 €9,760 · Payment 3 €15,190 · Payment 4 €8,090 · Full year €42,800 · Full year if paid before June 15: €41,944. - Year 5 (age 9): Payment 1 €10,010 · Payment 2 €10,010 · Payment 3 €15,580 · Payment 4 €8,300 · Full year €43,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €43,022. - Year 6 (age 10): Payment 1 €10,010 · Payment 2 €10,010 · Payment 3 €15,580 · Payment 4 €8,300 · Full year €43,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €43,022. - Secondary & Sixth Form (Years 7–13) - Year 7 (age 11): Payment 1 €10,240 · Payment 2 €10,240 · Payment 3 €15,940 · Payment 4 €8,480 · Full year €44,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €44,002. - Year 8 (age 12): Payment 1 €10,240 · Payment 2 €10,240 · Payment 3 €15,940 · Payment 4 €8,480 · Full year €44,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €44,002. - Year 9 (age 13): Payment 1 €10,240 · Payment 2 €10,240 · Payment 3 €15,940 · Payment 4 €8,480 · Full year €44,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €44,002. - Year 10 (age 14): Payment 1 €10,470 · Payment 2 €10,470 · Payment 3 €16,290 · Payment 4 €8,670 · Full year €45,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €44,982. - Year 11 (age 15): Payment 1 €10,470 · Payment 2 €10,470 · Payment 3 €16,290 · Payment 4 €8,670 · Full year €45,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €44,982. - Year 12 (age 16): Payment 1 €10,920 · Payment 2 €10,920 · Payment 3 €17,000 · Payment 4 €9,060 · Full year €47,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €46,942. - Year 13 (age 17): Payment 1 €10,920 · Payment 2 €10,920 · Payment 3 €17,000 · Payment 4 €9,060 · Full year €47,900 · Full year if paid before June 15: €46,942. - English as an Additional Language (EAL) support (if required) - EAL Tier 1: Payment 1 €1,230 · Payment 2 €1,230 · Payment 3 €1,920 · Payment 4 €1,020 · Full year €5,400. - EAL Tier 2: Payment 1 €1,030 · Payment 2 €1,030 · Payment 3 €1,600 · Payment 4 €840 · Full year €4,500. Additional costs and recurring extras - Yearly School Lunch Fee (compulsory): €1,970 per year. - School uniform: approximately €500 (variable depending on quantity and size; VAT included where applicable). - Optional and occasional charges (examples): individual music tuition, trips, specialist external exam fees, after-school paid activities and some off-site visits may be charged separately and appear on invoices (these are not included in the standard tuition lines above). Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment frequency and due dates (2026–27 billing calendar): - Annual payment or First Instalment (Term One): 15 June 2026. - Second Instalment (Term One): 31 August 2026. - Term Two: 30 November 2026. - Term Three: 28 February 2027. - Fees are invoiced in RUB, using the Central Bank exchange rate on the date of payment (with a floor of 90 RUB per EUR applied). Instalment and annual payment options are offered according to the published schedule; an early-payment reduction applies to the full-year amount if paid by the stated early-payment deadline. Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding fee line appears in the published Krylatskoe campus tuition schedule for 2026–27. Rosinka campus information references a residential community for families, but boarding/internat fee lines are not shown for Krylatskoe in the published fee schedule. If boarding were applicable it would be listed as a separate fee line. Refund information - The Application Fee and the Enrolment Fee are explicitly specified as non-refundable. - Other refund or withdrawal conditions for tuition and additional charges are handled through the school's admissions and finance procedures and will be stated on the invoice or contractual documents issued at enrolment. Fee payment options and invoicing - Invoicing is handled by the school Finance Department; the Finance Department contact for invoicing is isminvoicing@internationalschool.ru. - Common methods used across Nord Anglia schools include bank transfer and credit/debit card payments; detailed payment instructions and any third‑party payment provider options are provided on each family's invoice. Specific payment methods and any processing fees are shown on invoices. (End of fees overview)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a dress code and school uniform.	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory. Uniform Shops are on site at both Krylatskoe and Rosinka campuses.
Food options	Food options The daily menu is cooked onsite.	Food options Lunch is provided daily by an on-site catering team. A variety of nutritious hot lunch options are offered, and dietary requirements are catered for.
House system	House system —	House system Students are assigned to one of four Houses: Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Normans. The Houses take part in sporting and academic competitions and provide a robust support system.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of The British International School Moscow network, governed by NPEI; General Director is Alexey Evsikov.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Nord Anglia Education family.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The British International School Moscow follows the English National Curriculum across all stages from Foundation Stage (2–5 years) through Primary (Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2) to Secondary (Key Stage 3 and 4) and on to pre‑university study. Primary includes Key Stage 1 (5–7 years) and Key Stage 2 (7–11 years). In Key Stage 3 (11–14 years), English and Russian are compulsory languages, with French, German and Spanish optional. For ages 14–16, the IGCSE programme is offered, and for 16–18, the A‑level programme. The programme is taught in English by native speakers, with English as an Additional Language support as needed. On completion of the English National Curriculum, students can continue their education in the A‑level pre‑university course.	Curriculum details The school teaches the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework is used for the youngest learners on both the Rosinka and Krylatskoe campuses. All primary and secondary stages follow the English National Curriculum, with IGCSEs in the secondary years and A-Levels in the Sixth Form. The curriculum is delivered in an international setting and supports a global student body. Graduates go on to top universities in the UK, Europe, the US and Asia, including Cambridge, Oxford, and UCLA.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IGCSE results 2023/24: 41% of grades were A or A, and 85% were A-C, with 45 GCSE students in the cohort. IGCSE results 2022/23: 50% of grades were A* or A, and 97% were A-C. A-Level results 2022/23: 59% of grades were A to B. University destinations include Cambridge, Oxford, UCLA, and Imperial College London.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression A‑level study prepares students for university, and graduates have entered top universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, University College London, Princeton and the University of Pennsylvania.	Higher education progression 90% of graduates are accepted by their first-choice university, including Cambridge, Oxford, and UCLA.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning ISM's PSHE program fosters the knowledge and attributes students need to thrive as individuals, as family members, and as members of society. The school provides a holistic, personalised approach to learning with expert pastoral and wellbeing support. An expert pastoral care team includes a psychologist, a counsellor, and a safeguarding team who actively monitor every student's health and wellbeing. 95% of parents report that their child feels safe at school. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is encouraged for older students to build confidence, resilience, and independence. The curriculum rests on six core pillars that underpin personal development and wellbeing.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Teaching is fully conducted in English by native speakers according to the English National Curriculum. The school provides support and assistance in the adaptation of children new to English.	English as an additional language The school teaches in English for all years, following the English National Curriculum from Pre-Nursery through to Year 13. Native English-speaking teachers support and challenge students, with all Primary and core subject teachers being native English speakers. The environment emphasizes English-language instruction across subjects at both Krylatskoe and Rosinka.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing There is a psychologist's office and a speech therapist's office on site to support student wellbeing and language development.	Mental wellbeing ISM provides pastoral care focused on mental wellbeing. A psychologist and a counsellor are part of the pastoral team, and a safeguarding team supports student welfare. The safeguarding and wellbeing provision is integrated into daily school life, with ongoing monitoring of student health and wellbeing. The staff actively keep an eye on wellbeing to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding ISM maintains a safeguarding team as part of its pastoral care. The campuses are secure, with 24/7 security in place at both Rosinka and Krylatskoe campuses. The safeguarding team actively protects students and monitors wellbeing as part of the school's safety and welfare framework.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Spacious and comfortable classrooms with updated computer resources. The campus is secured with outdoor video surveillance and includes an outdoor play area. Students wear a dress code and school uniform, and there is an equipped sports ground and an on-site gym. Meals are cooked onsite and a modern online and offline library supports learning. The school also provides a psychologist's office and a speech therapist's office, and offers music and art classes.	Facilities overview The Krylatskoe Campus features dynamic, interactive classrooms and specialist music and language spaces that flow into bright outdoor areas. The campus offers large sporting facilities, including large gyms, a bespoke climbing wall, and Astroturf pitches, with access to Olympic-standard indoor and outdoor facilities. The latest technology powers discovery in specialist science rooms, multimedia areas, and an open-plan library with interactive EdTech. A dedicated Student Support Services team cares for students' wellness. Located on the site of the Moscow 1980 Olympic Games, the campus comprises lower and upper campuses with outdoor spaces such as a garden and allotment.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes an equipped gym for physical education. There is an equipped sports ground for team sports and PE activities. An outdoor play area supports outdoor activities. Security is provided by a video surveillance system.	Sports facilities Large gyms, a bespoke climbing wall, and Astroturf pitches, with access to Olympic-standard indoor and outdoor facilities. The Upper Campus provides two all-weather football pitches and an outdoor climbing wall. Seasonal facilities include a water sports lake and an ice-skating rink. Athletes participate in team games and develop their skills across the year.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Spacious and comfortable classrooms support learning. Updated computer resources support digital work. A modern online and offline library provides study resources. The school has a psychologist's office and a speech therapist's office to support student well-being and learning needs. Music and art classes are offered.	Academic facilities Specialist science rooms, multimedia areas, and an open-plan library support science and digital learning. Tech-enriched classrooms enable project-based learning across subjects. An open-plan library and a Sixth Form Study Centre provide spaces for research and study. Dynamic, interactive classrooms integrate EdTech to support learning across year groups.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extended Day Group offers after-school care from 15:30 to 19:00 with meals and outdoor activities. Summer school provides a Summer Programme with English-language development and activities. School clubs include more than 10 creative and intellectual clubs. There are 6 sports and recreational clubs.	Extra curricular facilities Dedicated music rooms and private practice suites support on-site music activity. Specialist music and language spaces are available. The Lower Campus features a garden and allotment for outdoor learning. Seasonal facilities include a water sports lake and an ice-skating rink, offering additional opportunities for sport.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The British International School Moscow was established in 1994 as the first private international school in Moscow. In 1995, School 2 opened for children aged 7 to 11 and School 3 for older students, delivering English-language education under the English National Curriculum. Tatiana Konstantinovna Anufrieva was the founder and led BIS Moscow for twenty-six years. BIS Moscow achieved Cambridge accreditation in 2011 and was honoured in 2016 for inclusion in a Queen's anniversary album. As of 2023 BIS² has almost three hundred employees, one thousand students, two thousand parents, and six schools.	History The International School of Moscow (ISM) was founded in 2007 and operates on two campuses, Rosinka Campus (ages 2 to 11) and Krylatskoe Campus (ages 3 to 18). The school follows the English National Curriculum from Pre-Nursery through A-Levels. ISM is accredited by COBIS and Cambridge International Examinations and is graded excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It is home to over 700 students from more than 50 countries. ISM joined the Nord Anglia Education family in December 2017, gaining access to world-class technology and exclusive collaborations with MIT and UNICEF, as well as the Global Campus platform.
Community	Community The BIS community includes a range of events and clubs across campuses. Students immerse themselves in English-language environments and socialise in multicultural settings. The school offers extended day care, a Summer Programme, and more than 10 creative and 6 sports clubs. Media on the BIS site documents events such as Family Fun Day (North Campuses), Halloween 2023 at BIS 2, and Summer Fairs at BIS 1 and 2; Open House Days are held to showcase BIS.	Community ISM has a multicultural community of students, families, teachers, and alumni from more than 50 countries. The community is described as nurturing and inclusive, providing a supportive environment for students to flourish. Student and parent testimonials highlight the caring environment and the value of interacting with peers from around the world. The two campuses, Rosinka and Krylatskoe, support a diverse, global learning community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association A Parents' Teacher Association exists at BIS Moscow. PTA meetings have been held, including a PTA Meeting in School 1 on 10 March, as recorded in Newsletter 20. Newsletters document PTA notices and parent involvement.	Parent teacher association Our parents play an integral role in school life, helping to create a caring community where everyone feels included. You can get involved as a parent rep and admissions ambassador. You'll be invited to regular coffee mornings, student art exhibitions, and sports competitions. Through Parent Academy webinars, you'll benefit from insights from staff and Nord Anglia specialists. The New Parent Programme supports new families as they settle into school and life in Moscow.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school has more than 25 clubs in various areas, including a strong set of intellectual and STEM activities. Intellectual clubs include Programming PYTHON / ROBLOX, Chess, Mental arithmetic, and 3D modeling. Extracurricular activities foster curiosity and leadership and encourage teamwork. Lunch and after-school clubs provide opportunities to learn new skills without leaving BIS.	Academic & intellectual The MIT collaboration introduces university-inspired STEAM learning with hands-on challenges across science, technology, engineering, maths, and the arts. The school delivers co-curricular programmes including science and STEAM to develop analytical thinking and problem-solving. The Model United Nations club provides opportunities to research, reason, and debate global issues, expanding students' understanding of world affairs. The UNICEF partnership supports global projects and challenges students to engage with real-world international issues through learning and action.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has 10 creative clubs, including Pottery, Art Club, Design of clothes, Guitar, Art studio, Ukulele, and Drama. These clubs foster creativity and artistic talents. The program includes stage performances and visits to theatres as part of extracurricular activities. Clubs enable students to develop performance and collaboration skills.	Arts & creative The Krylatskoe Campus has dedicated music rooms and private practice suites. A Drama Teacher leads drama across ISM Moscow. After-school activities include arts as part of the co-curricular offerings, alongside sport and music.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Extracurricular activities include museum quests and theatre tours, alongside stage performances and other cultural events. Students participate in cultural experiences that broaden their understanding of the arts and society. The program also includes community engagement through environmental initiatives and charitable projects.	Cultural & language Russian is taught for beginners and native speakers. French and Spanish are also taught. Russian, French, and Spanish are offered at ISM Moscow's Krylatskoe Campus.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school offers lunch and after-school clubs with more than 25 options, giving pupils opportunities to learn new skills and socialize within the school. Clubs span creative, intellectual, and sport/health activities. These activities foster leadership, teamwork, and personal interests.	Social & hobbies The co-curricular programmes include science and STEAM, sport, and music; After-School Activities (ASAs) run on nominated Tuesdays and Wednesdays; Trips and excursions broaden horizons with local day trips and residentials.
Community & service	Community & service Ecology is taught through environmental lectures, separate garbage collection, and eco-projects and events. Charity involves cooperation with charitable foundations, educational projects, and a shelter for homeless animals. Volunteering is a BIS² tradition with students organizing events to support local volunteer organizations.	Community & service ISM's UNICEF partnership engages students with urgent international issues and enables projects linked to the Sustainable Development Goals, including the Global Challenge and Model United Nations. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award encourages students to set personal goals, take part in activities, and develop resilience and leadership. Our Primary and Secondary Student Councils, supported by House captains and Eco Committee, represent peers and promote charitable causes.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school holds annual Head Boy and Head Girl elections, with duties including participation in school decision-making and representing BIS at official events. Representatives of each class participate in decision-making and in developing initiatives. The Junior Duke Award recognises younger pupils who complete a 10-task challenge.	Leadership & professional Our Primary and Secondary Student Councils, supported by House captains, Head Boy and Girl, and Eco Committee, lead student initiatives and fundraising. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award promotes goal-setting, challenging activities, and leadership skills. The Model United Nations club develops research, reasoning, debate, and an understanding of global governance. The UNICEF collaboration provides experiences in leadership and global issue advocacy.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school offers sport and health clubs including Eastern martial arts, Yoga for kids, Latin-American Dance, Football, and Ballet. These activities promote physical fitness and well-being as part of after-school life. Clubs contribute to a balanced routine and physical health.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The wellbeing of ISM students is a top priority, with a pastoral care team including a psychologist, counsellor, and safeguarding staff, and 96% of parents reporting that their child feels safe at school. The school provides on-site nutritious lunches through an in-house catering team and structures the day to allow time for outdoor play and physical activity. Enrichment lessons and after-school activities encourage ongoing physical wellbeing and healthy lifestyles.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The International Programme follows the English National Curriculum, with English and Russian languages compulsory in Years 7–9 and French, German and Spanish optional. The Russian Programme is the main general educational programme, usually taught in Russian, with English-language instruction available in the International Programme. English is the language of instruction for the international stream, and EAL support is available.	Language provision Russian is offered for beginners and native speakers. French and Spanish are taught. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for students needing extra help with their speaking, reading, and writing, including specialist EAL assistant teachers in every year group, who provide in-class, one-to-one, and small-group support. There is a dedicated EAL department and coordinators on each campus.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The British International School Moscow operates two educational programmes at School 2: the International Programme taught in English according to the English National Curriculum, and the Russian Programme, which is the main general educational programme taught in Russian. There is no single bilingual programme within one stream.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English-language immersion is provided through the International Programme; classes, communication and extracurricular activities are in English. The school offers English as a Second Language (EAL) to meet individual needs.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The International Programme runs for ages 2 to 18 and follows the English National Curriculum. All subjects are taught in English by teachers from the UK and Commonwealth countries. The Russian Programme runs for ages 7 to 18 and follows the Federal State Educational Standards, with English taught in depth by native speakers. The school has students of over 50 nationalities. Classes are limited to 15 students. Students are immersed in an English-speaking environment from day 1 with EAL support including tutoring and intensive mini-group lessons in grammar, phonics, reading and writing. Two educational programmes are offered: International Programme and Russian Programme. Admissions inquiries can be sent to admissions@bismoscow.com or by telephone at +7 (495) 987-44-86; Working hours Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00.	Admissions 1. ISM is a fully inclusive international school that offers places all year round to children aged from 2 to 18. Start your admissions journey by filling in the online enquiry form. You can also call or email to start a conversation with the Admissions Team. The Admissions Team will arrange a bespoke virtual meeting or an on-site visit. 2. Take a tour: Visit ISM in person to experience the campus, facilities, and community. A bespoke virtual meeting is available if you cannot visit Moscow. The Admissions Team will tailor the visit to your needs. 3. ISM offers a bespoke programme based on the English National Curriculum from Pre-Nursery through to Sixth Form. The curriculum spans Early Years through to Sixth Form, including IGCSEs and A-Levels. Your child can join ISM at any time during the school year (places permitting). Fill in the online application form and send supporting documents. 4. Family interview: After receiving your documents, you and your child will be invited to a family interview with the Head of Campus. The interview assesses fit with the programme and discusses next steps. If the interview is successful, a formal offer is made. 5. Offering your child a place: If everyone is happy, a formal offer is issued. You will receive information about transport, uniforms, and start dates. The admissions team will guide you through the next administrative steps. 6. Starting school: ISM will send information ahead of the start date. On the first day, you will be welcomed onto campus and your child will meet teachers and classmates. The school will show them around to help them settle in.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If a year group is full, ISM can add your child to the waiting list.
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