British International School of Tunis vs CIS International School of Tunis

	B British International School of Tunis Tunis, Tunisia	C CIS International School of Tunis Tunis, Tunisia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year TND 100 - 17,162	Fees / year TND 6,000 - 10,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 2,500	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 5
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Primary campus: 49 Rue du Parc, Tunis 2036; Secondary campus: 42 Rue Socrates, 2015 Kram.	Location Charguia 1, Tunis, Tunisia
Stages	Stages Primary School ages 3–11; Secondary School ages 11–18; Seamless education journey from Early Years to Sixth Form.	Stages Early Years (Ages 3 to 4), Primary (Ages 5 to 11), Lower Secondary (Ages 12 to 14), Upper Secondary (Ages 15 to 18)
School type	School type British international school	School type International School (non-boarding)
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Diverse pupil body representing over 19 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Full-time EAL and SEND specialists.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom	Country affiliation Tunisia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Pupils arrive by 08:15; the first session register 08:15–08:30; last day of term finishes at 12:00.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration fee: EUR 100 (non-refundable). - Assessment fee (where applicable): EUR 100. - Enrolment deposit (applies from EYFS2 and above): EUR 2,500 (deducted from the total tuition). Tuition fees by year group (annual and standard per-term) - EYFS1 (age 3–4): Annual EUR 11,051. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,684 (approx). - EYFS2 (age 4–5): Annual EUR 13,378. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,459 (approx). - Key Stage 1 / Years 1–2 (age 5–7): (fee listed in the school fee schedule). - Key Stage 2 / Years 3–6 (age 7–11): Annual EUR 14,226. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,742 (approx). - Key Stage 3 / Years 7–9 (age 11–14): Annual EUR 17,162. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 5,721 (approx). - Key Stage 4 / Years 10–11 (age 14–16): Annual EUR 18,285. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 6,095 (approx). - Key Stage 5 / Years 12–13 (age 16–18): Annual EUR 19,850. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 6,617 (approx). Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment plans offered: - Annual payment in one instalment (due August). - Two-payment plan: 50% due August, 50% due December. - Three-payment (per-term) plan: August 45%, December 30%, March 25% (percentages of the total annual fee). - Fees for pupils joining mid-year are adjusted according to the school's enrolment terms (termly proportion rules apply). Boarding fees - Boarding: no boarding provision is listed for BIST; fees for boarding do not apply. Other costs and routine supplemental charges - The following items are not included in the published annual tuition and are charged as applicable: - EAL and SEN additional support: TND 30 per hour. - Public examination fees (e.g., GCSE/IGCSE/AS/A Level) and any external exam charges. - Optional extra-curricular activities supplied by external providers (charged separately). - Uniform: items sold through the school uniform shop (prices vary by item). A lost ID badge replacement: TND 20. - Late room / after-school collection: TND 25 per hour (payable at the time of pick-up). - Residential trips, class photographs and optional learning resources (charged as required). Tax, discounts and inclusions - Sibling discount: 10% for the second and each subsequent child. - Admissions-related fees (registration/assessment) are shown as inclusive of 7% VAT. Annual tuition figures are published before sibling discount and before 7% VAT. Supplemental charges are subject to VAT (7% or 19% as applicable). - The published annual tuition is described as including tuition, lunch and snacks, books, teaching resources, external examination fees, school events (non-PTA), and curriculum day trips. Refunds and withdrawal / notice - The registration fee (EUR 100) is non-refundable. A non-refundable tuition fee deposit is required to accept a place (amount and terms referenced in the school's fee schedule). - A minimum notice period for withdrawal is required (minimum of a half-term or six weeks). In cases of permanent exclusion or termination by the Executive Principal, no reimbursement of fees paid in advance will be given. Fee payment options - Specific published details of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, local payment arrangements) are not listed in the publicly available fee schedule and admissions policy documents accessible for review. For planning purposes, parents should assume standard institutional methods such as bank transfer and card payment may be offered, but the definitive list of accepted payment methods and bank details are provided directly by the school's Finance or Admissions office. Summary of findings and limitations - The numbers above follow the most recent published fee schedule and the BIST Admissions Policy available in the school's public documents. The school's admissions policy confirms the non-refundable registration fee and the requirement for a non-refundable tuition deposit, and the fee schedule provides the listed annual tuition amounts, payment plan percentages, routine supplemental charges and VAT treatment. - Note: a complete, dedicated 2026/27 or 2025/26 fee schedule in the public domain tied explicitly to those academic years was not located while compiling this overview; the figures given above match the published schedule and admissions policy available in the school's accessible documents.	Fee details Application fees - The school requires submission of a completed application form and supporting documents as part of the admissions procedure. Payment of the required admission/registration fees is required to confirm enrolment once a place is offered. Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - CIS International School of Tunis issues individual fee quotations rather than publishing a single public fee table showing per-term or per-year amounts by year group. Families receive a personalised quotation during the admissions/quotation process. - Sibling discounts and advance-payment discounts apply to tuition: a 5% discount applies to the second child and a 10% discount for the third child and beyond; a 5% discount is offered for full advance payment of tuition. Early-registration discounts for 2025 are listed for specific months. These discounts affect the effective tuition charged on a per-student quotation. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment of the required fees is a step in the registration process; a place is confirmed only after the necessary fees have been paid. The Admissions/Registration process emphasizes that registration follows fee payment. Exact billing dates, instalment schedules (for example termly or monthly instalments), and invoice deadlines are provided to families with their individual fee quotation or at registration. - The school publishes discounts for advance/full payment and for early registration (with specific percentage discounts tied to registration dates in 2025), indicating that payment timing influences the final billed amount. Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's published admissions materials and school pages; the school operates as a day school in Charguia 1, Tunis. No separate boarding fee schedule is published. Other costs and fees - Additional costs such as examination entry fees (Cambridge/Edexcel/IELTS) are invoiced for external examinations and exam entries; exam registrations require payment of the relevant exam fees at the time of entry and late entries may incur higher fees or penalties. - Families are asked to supply standard admissions documents and to complete school forms (medical, attendance, device permission, transport agreement where applicable). Any transport service, optional extracurricular activities, or specialised materials may incur separate charges and are handled administratively at registration or by separate invoice. - No publicly published schedule of uniform fees, school supplies fees, or year-specific materials charges was found in the school's publicly available admissions documents. These items are typically included or itemised in the individual fee quotation or in registration paperwork. Refund information - The admissions documents instruct that fee payment confirms enrolment, but no detailed, published refund policy or explicit refund amounts/conditions were included in the publicly available admission documents. Refund and withdrawal terms are managed through the school's registration and finance office and will be stated in the enrolment agreement or invoice terms for the individual student. Fee payment options - The admissions documentation confirms that payment of required fees is completed to confirm registration. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card, or in-person payment) are not itemised in the publicly available admission documents; families are invoiced and given payment instructions with their individual quotation and registration paperwork. Important note about the 2026/27 requirement and available information - The school's publicly available admissions documents on file are dated for the 2025/2026 cycle and the website's admissions pages invite families to request a quotation and personalised fee schedule; a dedicated public fee schedule for 2026/27 was not published on the school's public pages at the time these documents were checked. For precise per-term and per-year tuition amounts, billing dates, uniform or material costs, boarding (if later introduced), refund clauses, and accepted payment methods, the school provides these details in the individual quotation and registration agreement issued by the Admissions/Finance Office. Summary of what was found and next step implied by those findings: the school requires fee payment to confirm registration, publishes family discounts (sibling, advance payment, and early registration discounts), and invoices exam and other chargeable services, but it does not publish a single public table of tuition amounts per year group or per term for 2026/27 on the materials available; per-student, per-year and per-term amounts and the detailed billing schedule are provided through the school's admissions quotation and registration paperwork.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options Delicious meals are provided in a spacious, well-decorated cafeteria offering healthy meals.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Board of Governors, Britus Education and the Executive Principal govern the school; Executive Principal & Chair of Governors: Karyn Walton. They work together to provide confident, strategic leadership and robust accountability for educational and financial performance. The governance focuses on accountability, involvement and innovation. The Board of Governors and Britus Education are significantly involved in self-evaluation and in monitoring teaching quality through quarterly Meetings, parent surveys and reviewing academic achievement with the Executive Principal. Governors have three core functions: clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction; holding leaders to account for educational performance and staff appraisal; and overseeing financial performance and ensuring money is well spent. Effective governance rests on six features: strategic leadership, accountability, suitable people, clearly defined structures, statutory compliance, and evaluation. Policies requiring Governor approval include the SEN policy, full Governing Board meeting minutes, Child Protection policy and the policy for supporting pupils with medical conditions; inspectors emphasize Governors' role in inspection.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales, BIST delivers a British international education. The Primary School teaches core subjects Mathematics, Science and Humanities through Project-Based Learning and thematic inquiry, with Forest School, swimming, Arabic, Music and PE integrated. The Secondary School offers Key Stage 3 with a broad curriculum and creative and critical thinking, followed by IGCSE in Years 10–11 and A Levels in Years 12–13. The school is an authorised Cambridge International Exam Centre delivering IGCSE and Cambridge AS and A Levels. English as an Additional Language is available, and BTEC is offered as an option in the secondary curriculum.	Curriculum details The Cambridge International Curriculum is taught across Early Years to Upper Secondary, including Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A Levels. Cambridge Core Subjects cover English, Mathematics, and Science, with Cambridge Primary Checkpoint used to monitor progress. Languages include French and Arabic; Islamic Studies is part of the curriculum; Robotics and Computing are taught as part of the STEAM focus. Learning Beyond the Classroom includes Project-Based Learning, STEAM activities, clubs, Robotics Competitions, and Field Trips. Upper Secondary provides a four-year pathway with IGCSE and A-Levels qualifications and university preparation support, including a University Advisor, a University Fair, and campus visits; the Tunisian Ministry of Education recognizes equivalency to the Tunisian Baccalaureate.
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Exam results	Exam results June 2022 IGCSE results show high pass rates across subjects with many achieving top grades. Arabic 1st Language and Arabic Foreign Language and French MFL achieved 100% in both the 9-1 scale and A*-C, while Mathematics reached 100% on the 9-1 scale with 44% A-C and Computer Science 9-1 100% with 83% A-C. June 2022 A-Level results show strong performance with Biology and English Literature posting 100% A-E and 100% A-C and Mathematics 75% A-E with 38% A-C and Physics 75% A-E with 25% A-C; Further Mathematics achieved 100% A-E and A-C.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Sixth Form uses a Cambridge International curriculum with up to four AS or A-Level courses across 12 options, building a university pathway. University Support includes Applications and University Fairs to help pupils plan for higher education. The programme emphasises preparing pupils for university with tailored guidance from teachers, tutors and parents.	Higher education progression The school has strong university partnerships, notably with UTC, expanding higher education pathways.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Gifted & Talented is listed among Additional Programmes, alongside Model United Nations, life skills and work experience. The program provides enrichment opportunities and competitions to support high-ability pupils.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school places wellbeing at the heart of learning. There is a designated pastoral lead in every phase to support pupil wellbeing. A school counsellor offers one-to-one and small-group support. Buddy systems help new pupils integrate into the community. Wellbeing workshops and emotional literacy sessions are provided to develop students' social and emotional skills. The environment is nurturing and respectful, enabling every child to flourish.	Social & emotional learning The Wellbeing Department supports students' emotional, physical and psychological health, as well as safety and behaviour, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment beyond the classroom. The school prioritizes overall well-being and holistic development of every student. Extracurricular activities, trips, events and clubs expand student interests and experiences. The early years programme uses differentiated learning and dedicated support to meet individual social and emotional needs.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has full-time EAL and SEND specialists to support language development and diverse learning needs. Restorative approaches to behaviour are used, and a counsellor is available to support student wellbeing. Careers and university advice is provided. The school follows the latest SEND Code of Practice and uses a whole-school approach to SEND, with high-quality teaching as the baseline. Pupils identified as SEND are fully integrated into mainstream classes and have access to the English National Curriculum, with a managed programme of support including Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in Early Years and ongoing monitoring. The SENDCO and class teachers collaborate to provide targeted interventions through Waves of Intervention.	Special educational needs (SEN) Differentiation in Learning provides comprehensive Learning Support, including a dedicated EYFS psychologist who supports well-being. Tailored Support programmes are available for children who require additional assistance. Teaching Assistants provide individualized support in the classroom. The differentiated approach addresses diverse needs within the CIS Tunis community.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides full-time EAL support to help pupils access the curriculum. In-class EAL support is available, with a teaching assistant in the mainstream class and a learning buddy. Pupils may be withdrawn for targeted language instruction in small groups. The policy emphasises that pupils' native languages and cultures are valued and that home language can support progress. The aims are to help EAL pupils become confident and fluent in speaking, listening, reading and writing in English and to involve parents in supporting progress at home. The EAL Coordinator oversees provision, progress monitoring and liaison with the SENDCO.	English as an additional language The school delivers a world-class English-based education with English as the language of instruction. Languages taught include French and Arabic, promoting multilingualism within a global context.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is the foundation of learning at the school. Designated pastoral leaders exist in every phase, and a school counsellor provides one-to-one and small-group support. Buddy systems support new pupil integration and the development of supportive peer relationships. Wellbeing workshops and emotional literacy sessions are run to build resilience and social-emotional skills. Family and community engagement fosters wellbeing through parent workshops and community links.	Mental wellbeing The Wellbeing Department supports students' emotional, physical and psychological health. Personalized counseling is available through the Registrar and Wellbeing Department to guide students through the admission process. Extracurricular activities and clubs contribute to students' mental wellbeing by expanding interests and experiences.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility at the school. Designated Safeguarding Leads are Feriel Harzi (Secondary) and Katie Smith (Primary), with Deputy Safeguarding Leads Emna Ben Nasr and Karyn Walton. The DSLs sit on the school leadership team, with explicit roles, training requirements, and procedures for responding to concerns and referrals to authorities when required. Staff are trained to recognise signs of abuse, respond to disclosures, and maintain appropriate confidentiality. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education and Tunisian safeguarding procedures, and includes inter-agency working and reporting procedures.	Safeguarding The Wellbeing Department focuses on safety and behaviour, ensuring a safe environment for all students. Counseling and wellbeing services support safeguarding through proactive attention to students' welfare. Admissions processes include counseling to support students and families in transitioning to CIS Tunis.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus is purpose-built for discovery, designed for innovation, exploration and creativity. Learning spaces include Smart Classrooms, STEAM Room, Science Labs & ICT Suites, Library & Reading Books, and a dedicated STEAM Room for Primary projects. Creativity spaces include Music Rooms, Art Zones and a Treehouse. Houses, swimming and sport spaces support physical education, with weekly swimming for younger primary pupils and a broad PE, gymnastics, athletics and games programme. On-site amenities include Maison L'olivier catering and a pool for year-round swimming, plus spaces for events and enrichment.	Facilities overview CIS Tunis is located in Charguia 1, Tunis, and offers an English-based international education. The school has 60+ teachers. The campus includes four science laboratories. The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:5 and more than 10 nationalities are represented. The school offers more than 10 clubs, a trilingual program in English, French, and Arabic, and uses Jolly Phonics. A Well-being Department provides a full-time counselor, nurse, and psychologist.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor Pool on site provides year-round swimming. The PE, gymnastics, athletics and games programme supports active learning and physical development. Monthly inter-house events promote sport, academics and the arts. Weekly swimming with certified instructors is available for younger primary pupils.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Smart Classrooms are flexible learning zones. STEAM Room and Science Labs & ICT Suites enable innovation in action. Library & Reading Books provide quiet zones for focused study. A Dedicated STEAM Room supports hands-on primary projects. Music Rooms and Art Zones foster creativity, alongside a Treehouse for informal learning.	Academic facilities The school has four science laboratories. Robotics is part of the curriculum, and the curriculum includes art, music, robotics, and drama. The school holds Cognia accreditation, Cambridge accreditation, and is Pearson Edexcel accredited, with licenses from the Tunisian Ministry of Education. The Tunisian Baccalaureate equivalence is available for graduates, and there is university advising to guide higher education, with many alumni progressing to universities worldwide. The Exams Centre offers Pearson, Cambridge, and IELTS registration services.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Houses, Swimming & Sport: every Primary pupil belongs to a House with monthly inter-house events across sport, academics and the arts. Weekly swimming with certified instructors for younger pupils, plus PE, gymnastics, athletics and games, sports teams and school-wide Health Week. Trips & Expeditions: Local trips to museums, art exhibitions and archaeological sites, residentials, international visits (UK, France, Germany, MUN summits) and work experience placements with real-world links. Enrichments and events are part of the school life, including a range of clubs and activities.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers more than 10 clubs. Extracurricular activities, trips, and clubs are supported by the Well-being Department; university fairs and volunteering opportunities are part of student engagement; leadership initiatives and university advising sessions are provided to help students prepare for post-secondary education.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History BIST delivers the National Curriculum of England and Wales and is COBIS and Cambridge-accredited. Founded by Meriem Milad, BIST is part of Britus Education, an international group led by a team based in Bahrain. Two campuses serve pupils aged 3 to 18+. The school has 13 years of experience. The school has the longest history of providing British education in Tunisia.	History The school was founded by parents from diverse international backgrounds and offers an English-based education in the heart of Tunis. It emphasizes the well-being and holistic development of each student and aims to nurture every child as a unique individual. CIS is described as the pioneer of English-based international education in Tunisia and is the only Tunisian school accredited by Cognia and Pearson Edexcel. CIS holds licenses from Cambridge Assessment International Education and the Tunisian Ministry of Education and runs an Exams Centre offering Pearson, Cambridge, and IELTS registrations.
Community	Community Pupils come from over 40 nationalities. Family and community engagement is central, with partnerships that support pupil development. Life at BIST includes events, clubs and sports that reflect a vibrant pupil culture. The campus is purpose built for discovery, with performing arts spaces, an outdoor heated pool and smart classrooms.	Community The CIS community features extracurricular activities, trips, events, and clubs that broaden student interests and experiences. University fairs, volunteer opportunities, leadership initiatives, and university advising sessions are provided to support students beyond the classroom. The Wellbeing Department supports students' emotional, physical, and psychological health, ensuring a safe and supportive environment beyond the classroom. Parents can engage through the CIS Parents Portal and stay connected with school communications and events.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Parent Ambassador network for social and practical support. Full transition support for new families is offered. There is a buddy system for new children. Pastoral care and parent workshops support families and guide learning. Clubs, leadership pathways and international trips are part of BIST's offerings.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school curriculum is rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales. It is an authorised Cambridge International Exam Centre and delivers IGCSE, AS and A Levels. This framework provides a clear progression to top universities worldwide. The educational approach emphasizes curiosity and a lasting love of learning.	Academic & intellectual Extracurricular activities, trips, events, and clubs expand student interests and experiences. University fairs, volunteer opportunities, leadership initiatives, and university advising sessions provide pathways to higher education. The varied curriculum exposes students to art, music, robotics, and drama to foster a love of learning across disciplines. The school maintains a 1:5 teacher-to-student ratio and has 60+ teachers supporting student development.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The campus includes performing arts spaces, studios, music rooms and a theatre stage. These facilities support practical engagement with drama, music and the visual arts. Creative expression is encouraged through opportunities in performance and productions.	Arts & creative The school exposes students to art, music, robotics, and drama.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The pupil body represents over 19 nationalities, creating a multicultural environment. Morning greetings reflect this diversity and lessons are designed to engage a global perspective. Global citizenship is a focus within the school ethos.	Cultural & language The school cultivates fluency in English, French, and Arabic.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Clubs and sports are part of pupil life, with events and activities arranged to foster teamwork and personal interests. The Life & Culture section describes vibrant student life and an inclusive culture. Students have opportunities to participate in clubs, events and sports outside the classroom.	Social & hobbies There are over ten clubs for student involvement.
Community & service	Community & service Family & Community Engagement is part of BIST's framework. The school builds a strong community through meaningful partnerships with organizations. Pupil development is supported through community initiatives and collaborations.	Community & service Volunteer opportunities are available.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership blends experience and innovation to shape a community built on integrity, ambition and educational excellence. The school emphasizes guiding students to develop leadership and professional skills.	Leadership & professional Leadership initiatives and university advising sessions support student leadership and professional development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pupil wellbeing and support are priorities, with specialist support and Lifeskills and Work Experience. The campus features an outdoor pool for year‑round swimming and a Forest & Beach School accredited program for outdoor learning. Smart classrooms and wellbeing initiatives contribute to a balanced school life.	Lifestyle & wellbeing A dedicated Well-being Department provides emotional, physical and psychological health support, with a full-time counselor, nurse, and psychologist; extracurricular activities, trips, events, and clubs expand student interests.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. The curriculum is rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available to support pupils who need language help.	Language provision The school teaches in English.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Forest & Beach School accreditation; Primary Science Quality Mark; African Excellence Awards 2025	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations BSO (British Schools Overseas) and COBIS (Council of British International Schools) accredited; Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection; Cambridge International Exam Centre authorized to offer IGCSE, AS and A Levels; Recognised by the UK Department for Education; Accredited by the Tunisian Ministry of Education.	Accreditations Cognia (USA) accreditation; Cambridge Assessment International Education license, offering Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and A Level programmes; Pearson Edexcel authorization; Tunisian Ministry of Education recognition for programmes including French, Arabic, Islamic Education, and Tunisian History & Geography.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions British International School of Tunis offers a British education to pupils aged 2.8 to 18 (Pre-Nursery to Year 13). The Primary School covers EYFS for ages 2.8 to 5 and Years 1 to 6; the Secondary School covers Years 7 to 11 and the Sixth Form covers Years 12 to 13. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum; BIST is a Cambridge International Exam Centre, COBIS accredited, ISI inspected and recognised by the UK Department for Education and the Tunisian Ministry of Education. Applications are welcomed year round and assessments are carried out at any stage. For Primary, children are typically invited to attend a trial day; for Secondary, entrants sit CAT4 testing and subject assessments and may have an interview with a member of the academic leadership team. The final decision to offer a place rests with the Executive Principal after review of documentation and assessment results in light of the pupils needs and ability to access the curriculum. If a place is offered, an acceptance letter should be signed and the enrollment fee settled to secure the seat, usually within seven days. If no places are available at enrollment, the applicant may be placed on the waiting list until a place becomes available. Admission priority for oversubscribed year groups is siblings of existing pupils; children educated in an English curriculum; children with English as a first language; children of overseas families; and children with more siblings. Class sizes are kept to an average of 20 to 24 pupils per class to support English as an Additional Language and SEND needs. The school provides English as an Additional Language support, and admission considers the applicants English language level; EAL support may be provided as needed.	Admissions Step 1: Application Submission. Parents/Guardians complete the application form available on the school website or in person at the admissions office. The following documents must be submitted with the application: Completed Application Form; Four Passport Size Photographs (3 cm x 4 cm); Passport Copy (for Non-Tunisian applicants); Birth Certificate; Official Transcript from the Previous School. The school is located at Rue des Usines 8607, Z.I Charguia 1. Step 2: Initial Screening. The process runs from EYFS to Year 13 with stage-specific assessments. EYFS requires an interview with the Head of EYFS and School Psychologist and a parent interview by the School Director. Years 2-6 use English and Mathematics tests plus interviews; those not meeting criteria may have an additional interview for a special programme. For Years 7-13, English and Mathematics tests and interviews are used; Year 11-13 require IGCSE/AS Level criteria; for 10-13 a subject-options committee will decide the options. Step 3: Additional Evaluation (Interviews). The Head of Department and School Director may request further educational or psychological evaluations, additional interviews, or meetings with parents/guardians, as deemed necessary. The school may also schedule meetings with parents/guardians to review results and discuss next steps. Step 4: Fee Payment and Registration. The parent/guardian of the accepted applicant pays the necessary fees to confirm enrolment. Upon fee payment, the registration process proceeds; the Registrar and Wellbeing Department assist with course selection and completing the required paperwork. This supports finalizing placement and ensuring readiness for the start of the programme. Step 5: Placement. The Head of School, in collaboration with the Student Counselor/School Psychologist, assigns registered students to appropriate classes based on birth date and psychological needs. For Arabic and French language programmes, placement is determined by language proficiency. The process aims to provide a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students. Exclusive Discount Opportunities: Sibling Discount: 5% on the tuition fee for the second child; 10% on the tuition fee for the third child and beyond. Advance Payment Discount: 5% discount for full payment of tuition fees in advance. Early Registration Discounts: 15% by May 2025; 10% by June 2025; 5% by July 2025.
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Waitlist	Waitlist If no places are available at the time of enrollment, the applicant may be assessed and placed on the waiting list until a place becomes available. Waiting lists are used to allocate places as they become available.	Waitlist —
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