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

	B British International School Moscow 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, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Reggio Emilia Approach	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, Russian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1994	Opened 2007
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location BIS Moscow operates across six campuses in Moscow, Russia. Campuses are School №1 (6A Bolshaya Akademicheskaya Street), School №2 (9 Priorova Street), School №3 (19 Novoyasenevsky Prospekt, building 5), School №5 (35A Nakhimovskiy Prospekt), School №7 (9 building 1 Priorova Street) and School №9 (35B Nakhimovskiy Prospekt). The main office is at 24 Bolshaya Akademicheskaya Street.	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 Two programmes are offered: International Programme (ages 2-18) based on the English National Curriculum; Russian Programme (ages 6-18) aligned with Russian standards. International Programme runs from Foundation Stage (ages 2-5) through Key Stages 1-5 (ages 5-11, 11-14, 14-18) culminating in an A-level programme; Russian Programme covers Primary (ages 6-9), General education (ages 10-15) and Secondary (ages 16-18).	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 —	School type Day
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix About 1000 students from over 50 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix More than 50 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Speech therapist and a psychologist support students; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation UK Accredited	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details The school provides a school bus as part of its services.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and assessment fees - International programme: Academic assessment and enrolment fee — EUR 4,000 (one‑off, paid at enrolment). - Russian programme: Entrance assessment fee — RUB 100,000 (one‑off, paid at enrolment). - Family / sibling discounts: Family discount up to 15% for multiple children; assessment discounts apply for siblings and for children aged 2–4 as specified by the school. Tuition fees — International programme (amounts shown per academic term and per year) - Nursery (half day, FS): Term EUR 5,530 — Year EUR 16,590. - Nursery (full day): Term EUR 7,100 — Year EUR 21,300. - Reception: Term EUR 8,400 — Year EUR 25,200. - Year 1 (KS1): Term EUR 10,000 — Year EUR 30,000. - Year 2: Term EUR 10,000 — Year EUR 30,000. - Year 3 (KS2): 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 (KS3): 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 (KS4): 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: Term EUR 12,500 — Year EUR 37,500. Tuition fees — Russian programme (RUB; per study period and annual totals for the 2026/2027 academic year) - Year 1: Period I RUB 580,000 — Period II RUB 480,000 — Period III RUB 480,000 — Year total RUB 1,540,000. - Year 2: Period I RUB 580,000 — Period II RUB 480,000 — Period III RUB 480,000 — Year total RUB 1,540,000. - Year 3: Period I RUB 580,000 — Period II RUB 480,000 — Period III RUB 480,000 — Year total RUB 1,540,000. - Year 4: Period I RUB 580,000 — Period II RUB 480,000 — Period III RUB 480,000 — Year total RUB 1,540,000. - Year 5: Period I RUB 590,000 — Period II RUB 490,000 — Period III RUB 490,000 — Year total RUB 1,570,000. - Year 6: Period I RUB 590,000 — Period II RUB 490,000 — Period III RUB 490,000 — Year total RUB 1,570,000. - Year 7: Period I RUB 590,000 — Period II RUB 490,000 — Period III RUB 490,000 — Year total RUB 1,570,000. - Year 8: Period I RUB 650,000 — Period II RUB 500,000 — Period III RUB 500,000 — Year total RUB 1,650,000. - Year 9: Period I RUB 650,000 — Period II RUB 500,000 — Period III RUB 500,000 — Year total RUB 1,650,000. - Year 10: Period I RUB 650,000 — Period II RUB 500,000 — Period III RUB 500,000 — Year total RUB 1,650,000. - Year 11: Period I RUB 650,000 — Period II RUB 500,000 — Period III RUB 500,000 — Year total RUB 1,650,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees for the Russian programme are published for the 2026/2027 academic year and payable in the currency shown; payment is made in the order and within the terms set out in the school contract. - Payment is made by period: 100% prepayment for each academic period is required before the first day of that period. - Payments are accepted in cash at the school's cash office or by bank transfer to the school's account; all bank transfer charges are payable by the payer. Bank payment details are provided in the school contract. - For the International programme, amounts are shown in EUR and the contract includes an exchange‑rate rule for conversion to RUB when payments are made in roubles (the rouble amount is determined at the Central Bank rate on the day of payment, with a floor rate applied where specified). - The school may require an advance payment as security for a place (an example contractual clause provides for an advance of RUB 100,000 to be paid within 10 banking days of contract signing and credited against the first period). Boarding - The school operates as a day school; there are after‑school and extended‑day care options (services provided up to 19:00), but no boarding programme is listed. Other costs and extras - Extended‑day provision (child care until 19:00) is charged in addition to tuition; specific rates are not listed in the published fee table. - Paid clubs (extra‑curricular activities), school bus/transport and school uniform are charged separately; published pages note these services are available and that their costs are provided by the school at the time of enquiry. Contact numbers and the admissions email are available for current rates. Refunds, cancellations and non‑payment - Entrance/assessment fees for admissions testing are non‑refundable. - If a pupil withdraws during an academic period at the parent's initiative, the school may retain payments already received for that period (fees for the period may not be refunded). - In the event of force majeure or extraordinary governmental measures, the school may change the format of education (including remote delivery) without altering the published fee amount and without refund for suspended lessons. - The school may suspend provision of services or terminate the contract for non‑payment; late or missing payments can result in a penalty or loss of the place. Fee payment options - Cash payments in the school's cash office. - Bank transfer to the school's account (bank details are supplied in the school contract; all transfer costs are borne by the payer). (For phone contact and admissions email used for fee enquiries: +7 (495) 987‑44‑86, +7 (495) 426‑03‑11, admissions@bismoscow.com.)	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
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory at BIS Moscow.	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory. Uniform Shops are on site at both Krylatskoe and Rosinka campuses.
Food options	Food options Freshly prepared meals are provided.	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 The school has a house system with named houses; each house has its own name, logo, color, paraphernalia and a mentor (an English teacher).	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 a non-commercial private educational institution. It holds a license to conduct educational activities (No. Л035-01298-77/00386359) issued by Moscow's Department of Education and Science; it has state accreditation (Certificate No. 004024, issued 14 December 2015) and British Schools Overseas accreditation.	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. The International Programme runs from Foundation Stage (Reception, 2-5 years) through Secondary (up to 16 years). It covers English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, ICT, Languages, Physical Education, Art and Design, Music, and Design and Technology. English and Russian are compulsory languages in Key Stage 3; French, German and Spanish are optional. For Years 10-11, an IGCSE programme is offered; Years 12-13 feature an A-Level pre-university course. The programme is taught by qualified teachers from the UK and other English-speaking countries to prepare students for examinations and university entry worldwide.	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 Average class size under 15 students.	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 Graduates pursue higher education at leading universities worldwide. Notable destinations include University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University College London, Princeton University, University of Pennsylvania. Other destinations include University of Edinburgh, University of Manchester, King's College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Birmingham, Bournemouth University, University of Surrey, and Trinity College Dublin.	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 Over 25 after-school clubs (robotics, 3D modeling, chess, ballet, coding, mental arithmetic, football, drama and more) support social and cultural development. Sessions with a psychologist and a speech therapist are available. The programs focus on the social and cultural development of the individual.	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) International Programme uses English as the language of instruction; an EAL support programme provides tutor support and intensive mini-group lessons in grammar, phonics, reading and writing. The Russian Programme includes English study with native speakers. Class sizes are limited to 15 students to provide a personalised learning experience.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language All subjects in the International Programme are taught in English by teachers from the UK and Commonwealth countries. Students are immersed in an English-speaking environment from day 1. EAL support includes tutor assistance and intensive mini-group lessons in grammar, phonics, reading and writing.	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 are sessions with a psychologist to support mental wellbeing. On-site medical service is available if required.	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 A safe environment is provided by 24-hour security and video surveillance. On-site medical service is available if required.	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 The British International School Moscow operates six campuses across Moscow. The school provides a well-balanced schedule including time for rest and outdoor play, freshly prepared meals, and a transport service. Students have access to over 25 after-school clubs, including robotics, 3D modeling, chess, ballet, coding, mental arithmetic, football and drama, with psychologist and speech therapist support available as needed. The learning environment is safeguarded by 24-hour security, video surveillance, and on-site medical services.	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 —	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 —	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 Over 25 after-school clubs are offered, including robotics, 3D modeling, chess, coding, mental arithmetic, ballet, football, and drama. Psychologist and speech therapist sessions are available. A safe and active environment is provided with 24-hour security and video surveillance, and an on-site medical service. Extracurricular offerings include sports competitions, concerts, themed events, family trips, and visits to museums and exhibitions.	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 traces its origins to 1994 with the establishment of School 1 for children aged 3–7 taught in English. In 1995, Schools 2 and 3 opened for children aged 7–11 and 11+, operating under the English National Curriculum. In 1997, School 5 and Kindergarten were opened, introducing a Russian education programme for ages 7–18 with English instruction. The International Programme was created in 2002, and in 2007 the Secondary School 7 was opened to offer A‑levels and IGCSEs; Cambridge University accreditation was achieved in 2011 and the A‑level programme was assigned in 2014. COBIS accreditation followed in 2016, the same year the school was mentioned in a Queen's Jubilee anniversary album; by 2023 BIS² operated six schools with about 1,000 students, 300 staff and 2,000 parents.	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 Moscow community includes a Student Community with a School Association and annual Head Boy and Head Girl elections. BIS² offers more than 25 clubs across creative, intellectual and sport areas, with a broad extracurricular programme including museum quests, theatre visits, stage performances, shelter visits, environmental projects and volunteering. The school runs a Social Programme (ESG) focused on Ecology, Charity and Volunteering, and maintains active parent involvement through events and projects. News and Events highlight activities such as Sports Day at School №9, Art Exhibitions at School №7, Science Day at School №1, and BIS Summer Fairs.	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 School 1's Parents Teachers Association conducted meetings to discuss how parents can contribute to the school community, including noting a PTA Meeting on 24 October 2016 at School 1 to decide on year‑ahead initiatives.	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 Intellectual clubs include Programming Python/Roblox, Chess, Mental Arithmetic, and 3D Modeling. BIS² has more than 25 clubs in total, enabling students to develop coding, logical thinking, and problem-solving through practical projects. Debates and other competitions are part of the broad extracurricular program, with opportunities to participate in school events. These clubs foster collaboration and inquiry across the curriculum.	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 Creative clubs include Pottery, Art Club, Design of Clothes, Guitar, Ukulele, Drama, Art Studio, Ceramics, and Painting. There are also dance and movement clubs such as Ballet, Modern Dance, Hip Hop, and Latin-American Dance. The clubs provide hands-on opportunities to express ideas, create, and perform. Stage performances and exhibitions are part of the programme.	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 Chinese for beginners is offered as a language club. Classes, communication and extracurricular activities are all in English. The language-focused and cultural activities complement the English-language International Programme framework.	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 Recreational clubs include Game of Go and Chess, along with dance and music clubs such as Latin-American Dance, Ballet, Hip Hop, Modern Dance, Guitar, and Ukulele. Creative hobbies are supported through Art Studio, Painting, Drama, and other arts-based clubs. These activities encourage social interaction and collaborative creativity.	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 involves environmental lectures, waste separation, and eco-projects. Charity work includes cooperation with charitable foundations and a shelter for homeless animals. Volunteering is a BIS² tradition, with students organizing events that support school and city volunteer groups.	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 Head Boy and Head Girl elections are held annually. The School Council and House System provide student leadership opportunities, with Head students representing the school at official events.	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 Sport and health clubs include Eastern Martial Arts, Yoga for kids, Latin-American Dance, Football, and Ballet. The after-school programme offers child care, meals, and outdoor activities from 15:30 to 19:00.	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 English is the language of instruction in the International Programme. English and Russian are compulsory languages in the Secondary curriculum, with French, German or Spanish available as a second language option. The Russian Programme includes in-depth English classes and a second foreign language (French, Spanish or German), with Chinese offered as additional education.	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 school has two language strands: the English-language International Programme and the Russian Programme. Classes, communication and extracurricular activities in the International Programme are taught in English. The Russian Programme is conducted fully in English by native speakers. A second foreign language is studied (French, Spanish or German).	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Foundation Stage and Primary are English-speaking environments. The International Programme uses English for all classes, providing full immersion in English. In Secondary, English and Russian are compulsory, with French, German or Spanish available as optional second languages. Education in the Russian Programme is conducted fully in English by native speakers.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Free consultation. Free consultation is available by telephone from Monday to Friday 9:00–18:00 at +7 (495) 987-44-86 and +7 (495) 426-03-11. This call provides an opportunity to seek advice and ask questions about BIS Moscow's international programmes. It marks the first step in the admissions process. 2. Fill out the form. Fill out the form on the BIS Moscow website. The school administrator will contact the family and invite them to a meeting and a tour of the school. This initiates the next stage of placement. 3. Personal meeting with the Headteacher and School tour. A personal meeting with the Headteacher is arranged and a tour of the school is provided. The meeting offers an opportunity to learn about the educational process and to discuss the child's needs with BIS Moscow staff. 4. Trial day and Assessment. A trial day can be organised, and an assessment is conducted during the visit. This helps BIS Moscow determine suitability for the programme and class placement. Families can observe classroom activities and routines during the trial. 5. School enrollment. Based on the recommendations of teachers and the results of the meetings, a decision is made and information about the admission is sent to parents. This communicates the outcome and outlines next steps for enrollment. 6. Signing of a contract and its payment. The contract is signed and payment is made. This finalises the admission arrangement and confirms the pupil's place at BIS Moscow.	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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