French International School of Bucharest vs Maria International School

	F French International School of Bucharest Bucharest, Romania	M Maria International School Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 8,650 - 10,550	Fees / year RON 6,200 - 11,500
Age range	Age range 2 - 12 years	Age range 2 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, French Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English, Romanian	Instruction language English, Romanian
Opened	Opened 2019	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Bulevardul Dacia Nr. 12, Sector 1, Bucharest, Romania.	Location The Maria International School of Bucharest is located in the heart of downtown Bucharest, at Strada Piața Amzei Nr.6, Sector 1, Bucharest, Romania. It is housed in a beautifully preserved villa. It is well connected by public transport, including many bus lines and the Romana Square metro.
Stages	Stages Serves pupils from prekindergarten (2 years old) to the final year of high school. A junior high school opened in September 2024; the middle school opens in September 2026; the high school opens in September 2028.	Stages Early Years and Primary.
School type	School type The EFI Bucarest is a French international school within the Odyssey Education group. It is a trilingual school (French, English and Romanian) and follows the French national curriculum as approved by the French Ministry of Education.	School type British international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 14 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support MISB is an inclusive school.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with France; approved by the French Ministry of Education and follows the French national curriculum.	Country affiliation British/UK (British National Curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure For kindergarten and primary, classes start at 8:30am and finish at 4:00pm; Wednesdays finish at 12:00pm. The schedule uses nine half-days per week: four full days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and one half-day (Wednesday). There are two breaks during the day, around 10:30–11:00am and 2:45–3:00pm, and the morning lessons finish around 11:50–12:00 with a 1.5-hour lunch break.	School day structure Typical MISB days run from 8:30 to 17:00. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 8:45, with core instruction in the morning and afternoon, a lunch break, and an after-school long programme with clubs until 5:00 pm.
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / First registration fee - First registration fee (one-time, payable at enrolment): EUR 1,200. Reduced rate for enrolment before 30 March 2026: EUR 850. Payment of this fee must be made within two weeks following the admission notification in order to confirm enrolment. This first registration fee is non‑refundable. Tuition fees by school year (annual amounts for 2026–2027) - Kindergarten – TPS, PS (early years): EUR 8,650 per academic year. - Kindergarten – MS, GS (upper kindergarten): EUR 9,450 per academic year. - Primary (CP, CE1, CE2, CM1, CM2): EUR 10,550 per academic year. - Middle School (Grade 6 / 6ème): EUR 10,550 per academic year. - Passerelle Programme (separate short programme fee): EUR 1,950. Per-term figures (calculated from the annual fee; shown as per-term amounts if invoiced in three equal instalments) - TPS, PS: EUR 8,650 per year — approximately EUR 2,883 per term (annual ÷ 3). - MS, GS: EUR 9,450 per year — approximately EUR 3,150 per term (annual ÷ 3). - Primary (CP–CM2): EUR 10,550 per year — approximately EUR 3,517 per term (annual ÷ 3). - Middle School (6ème): EUR 10,550 per year — approximately EUR 3,517 per term (annual ÷ 3). - Passerelle Programme: EUR 1,950 total (programme fee). If split into three equal instalments, approx. EUR 650 per term. Billing schedule and payment terms - The first registration fee must be paid within two weeks following the admission notification to confirm the enrolment. Annual tuition fees are set for the academic year 2026–2027 and charged per pupil at the levels above. Families receive invoices from the school administration with the payment deadlines indicated on those invoices. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. EFI Bucarest operates as a day school for the listed levels and does not list boarding or residential programmes with associated fees. Other costs and fees - Uniforms: A standardized school uniform is required; families must obtain the uniform items as stated in the school's uniform policy and supply lists. Specific uniform pricing is not listed with the tuition figures. - School supplies: Supply lists for each year (preschool and elementary) are provided; costs for supplies are additional to tuition and vary by level. - Catering (school meals): A school meal service is offered; meal charges and subscription options are handled separately from tuition and are additional to the amounts above. - Extra‑curricular activities / after‑school programmes / holiday camps: These services are available and typically carry separate fees; such activity fees are additional to tuition. Refund information (applicable items) - The first registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Fee payment options - Enrolment and administrative billing are managed through the school's admissions process and administrative office; invoices are issued by the school administration. For specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, card payment, direct debit) and the details required for remittance, contact the school's admissions or reception teams using the published contact details. Administrative contact for fee matters - EFI Bucarest reception: +40 (749) 098 867; contact@efibucarest.org. Admissions office: admissions@efibucarest.org. Use these contacts for billing queries and to obtain invoice and payment‑method details.	Fee details Registration and Reservation Fees - Registration fee: EUR 500. (Non-refundable; first time only). - Reservation fee (per year): Early Years EUR 500 / Reception EUR 500 / Primary EUR 1,000. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1). Materials Fee - Materials fee (per year): Early Years EUR 200 / Reception EUR 300 / Primary EUR 500. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1). Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from the tuition fee. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and programme times) - Early Years (2–3 years): Short Programme EUR 5,500 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 6,500 / year (08:00–17:00). Monthly payment option is available for Early Years. - Reception (4 years): Short Programme EUR 6,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 7,000 / year (08:00–17:00). - Primary (Years 1–6): Short Programme EUR 9,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 10,000 / year (08:00–17:00). Per-payment installment examples (simple divisions based on available billing options — inferred) - Quarterly (three installments): divide the annual fee by 3. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 1,833.33 per installment; Early Years Long EUR 6,500 → EUR 2,166.67; Reception Short EUR 6,000 → EUR 2,000; Reception Long EUR 7,000 → EUR 2,333.33; Primary Short EUR 9,000 → EUR 3,000; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 3,333.33. These are straightforward arithmetic divisions of the annual fee and illustrate the per-installment level when choosing quarterly billing. - Bi-annual (two installments): divide the annual fee by 2. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 2,750; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 5,000 (illustrative). - Annual: full tuition paid in one payment equals the annual amounts shown above. Meals - Short Programme meal plan: EUR 900 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch). - Long Programme meal plan: EUR 1,000 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch and one afternoon snack). Meals are prepared on-site by the school chef; purchasing school lunch is optional. Additional costs and fees - Extra-curricular / after-school clubs: EUR 50–150 (varies by club/activity). - Field trip fees: EUR 50–150 (varies by destination). - Uniform fees: Not included in the tuition or educational resources fees; specific uniform costs are handled separately by the school office. Billing schedule, discounts and payment terms - Quarterly tuition: 0% discount per year. Quarterly payments must be paid by 1 September, 1 December and 1 March (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Bi-annual tuition: 1% discount per year. Bi-annual payments must be paid by 1 September and 1 February (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Annual tuition: 3% discount per year. Annual payment must be paid by 1 September (date shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Sibling discounts: Second child 3% discount per year; Third child 5% discount per year (with a cap that sibling discount for the third child cannot exceed 8% in cases of advance payment). - Ukrainian support: Ukrainian citizens are eligible for an additional 10% discount on month-to-month fees. - To secure a place, payment of registration fee, reservation fee and materials fee is required by April 1; if not paid by that deadline the child will be added to the waiting list. Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from tuition. Refund information - Registration fee: explicitly stated as non-refundable. - Reservation fee and materials fee: stated as non-deductible and not offset against tuition; these fees are not deducted from the tuition charge. Fee payment options - Accepted methods: cash or bank transfer.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement A standardized uniform is worn by EFI Bucarest students. The uniform reinforces the school identity and belonging within the EFI community and the Odyssey network.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required. The Uniform Policy exists and uniform fees apply. The uniform for Early Years through Key Stage 2 is navy blue pants or a navy blue skirt with a white shirt bearing the school logo, plus a navy cardigan; a blue/black PE kit with a white top is also worn for sport.
Food options	Food options The school provides a school meal service within the school with healthy, balanced menus tailored to children's nutritional needs and prepared by a French chef.	Food options MISB provides healthy breakfasts, lunches, and snacks daily. Four rotating menus are offered. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are prepared daily in the school kitchen with fresh ingredients from carefully selected suppliers. There are two main meals and two snacks per day; the menu is approved by a pediatrician and nutritionist.
House system	House system —	House system The school has a House System.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership EFI Bucarest is part of the Odyssey Education group. It is a French educational establishment approved by the French Ministry of Education and provides education in accordance with the French national curriculum; the school is trilingual (French, English and Romanian).	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details EFI Bucarest is a trilingual school (French, English and Romanian) approved by the French Ministry of Education and delivering education in accordance with the French national curriculum. French is the language of instruction; English and Romanian are taught from prekindergarten onwards, with English around 4.5 hours per week plus 1 hour of co-teaching and Romanian 2 hours per week. About 20% of the total curriculum is taught in English. The primary curriculum uses a common base structured into five areas: Languages, Methods and tools, Personal and citizen education, Natural and technical systems, Representations of the world and human activity. The Passerelle programme provides intensive French lessons (3 hours per week in small groups) for non- or low-French-speaking students to support immersion, and the Portal programme assists in their smooth integration into the curriculum. After kindergarten and primary, EFI Bucarest will open its junior high school in September 2024 and its high school in September 2028, enabling the French baccalaureate (international option) and language certifications that open doors to top universities worldwide.	Curriculum details Early Years follows the English National Curriculum and is based on seven areas of learning: Personal, Social, and Emotional Development; Physical Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design. Primary follows the British National Curriculum, with core subjects including English, maths, and Romanian; phonics, reading and writing are also taught. In KS2, German language classes are offered.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression Pupils will study for the French baccalaureate (international option) and language certifications, which open doors to the best universities worldwide.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Value all forms of talent.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school transmits fundamental skills and general cultural knowledge to all students, the pillars of intellectual and social development, and supports each student through a personalised approach and individual growth.	Social & emotional learning MISB embeds PSHE and Citizenship in EYFS, KS1 and KS2 and delivers it through assemblies, PE, homeroom and house activities, with digital citizenship and E-Safety taught as part of ICT. The Values are Resilience, Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Responsibility. The programme aims to give students a broad, balanced set of PSHE and Citizenship experiences to help them grow into healthy and safe individuals, developing critical thinking and collaboration. Relationships education is taught as part of PSHE, including topics such as drugs and alcohol, equality and health, and British and Romanian values. The PSHE programme is reviewed annually with staff and the Senior Leadership Team to stay current, and sensitive issues are reported to the Headteacher and the designated safeguarding lead when needed.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) EFI Bucharest is open to students of all nationalities and welcomes kindergarten and primary school pupils who speak little or no French. To ensure their successful integration, the school has set up the Portal programme, providing pupils with a smooth transition, so that they learn French quickly while easing their way into the school's teaching curriculum.	Special educational needs (SEN) MISB provides educational provisions to all and recognises a wide range of abilities, aptitudes, interests and backgrounds. As MISB offers a British-style education, policies and practices for managing students with educational needs broadly follow the National Curriculum for England and the UK's SEN Code of Practice as far as is appropriate. The aims include offering a broad, balanced and relevant education accessible to all, ensuring teaching materials meet individual needs, building confidence and self-esteem, and enabling students to meet personalised high expectations and transitions. Identification and provision are coordinated through the SEN register and the use of IEPs, with collaboration among teachers, the student's homeroom teacher, learning support staff, parents and professionals such as the school psychologist. Provision is inclusive and coordinated; additional staff may support students in small groups or individually, and identification of SEN can occur at enrolment or during the academic year through ongoing monitoring and collaboration with parents and external professionals.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school is a trilingual school (French, English and Romanian), approved by the French Ministry of Education and providing education in accordance with the French national curriculum. The school uses a 1 multilingual education approach.	English as an additional language A student is not regarded as having a learning difficulty solely because the language of the home is different from the language in which they are taught. MISB is committed to meeting the needs of children for whom English is an Additional Language, addressed within the EAL Policy. The identification and assessment of the needs of children whose first language is not English requires careful consideration, and teachers look across a range of subjects to determine whether difficulties arise from language proficiency or from a broader special educational need. When there is uncertainty, progress is assessed across multiple subjects to distinguish language-related challenges from potential SEN.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The educational values include intercultural dialogue, cooperation and initiative as part of a global mindset and citizenship education, supporting students in social development and 21st‑century engagement.	Mental wellbeing MISB fosters a caring environment where adults and children are valued, and aims to inspire resilience, respect, compassion and integrity. PSHE and Citizenship embeds well-being across the curriculum, with opportunities to reflect, discuss and support areas with students. Relationships taught as part of PSHE help students develop social and emotional skills, confidence and collaboration. The safeguarding framework and staff training reinforce students' mental wellbeing and safety, and sensitive issues are reported to the Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead as needed. A School Counselor is on staff to support students' emotional and cognitive development.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding MISB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, providing a safe environment where children, staff and visitors feel welcomed, respected and valued. The school has a designated safeguarding lead, a deputy designated safeguarding lead, and a safeguarding governor, with the Headteacher also involved in safeguarding oversight. All MISB staff share responsibility to identify concerns and to report them promptly, following early help and referral processes and maintaining clear, dated, confidential records. The safeguarding policy includes procedures for notifying parents and appropriate authorities, confidentiality, and guidance on reporting concerns to safeguarding agencies, as well as a Code of Ethical Practice and a Whistleblowing process. The policy references related policies such as Equal Opportunities, Positive Behaviour, Anti-Bullying and Complaints, and is designed to be read with MISB Handbooks and Staff Codes of Conduct. The school provides safeguarding contacts and trained personnel to respond to concerns and incidents.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview EFI Bucarest is housed in Casa Scarlat Kretzulescu, a historic building in central Bucharest near Piata Romana. The campus spans 2,200 m² for teaching and school life. It is a trilingual institution (French, English and Romanian) approved by the French Ministry of Education and follows the French national curriculum. It is part of the Odyssey Education group network, connecting thousands of students across the Odyssey network. The school's philosophy blends French educational traditions with multilingual, international teaching.	Facilities overview The school is located at Strada Pia13 Amzei Nr.6, Sector 1, Bucharest, in a beautifully preserved villa on Amzei Square. MISB is a British international school located in the heart of downtown Bucharest. The classrooms are large and bright, and MISB provides Chromebook laptops for IT classes. There are two library areas (KS1 and KS2) with books available to check out. The Summer Camp offers meals served in the cafeteria by an in-house chef, and includes swimming in an outdoor pool.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The building includes a multi-sports hall and two large, secure, tree-lined playgrounds. The campus supports physical education and outdoor activities within these spaces. After-school activities include sporting options such as karate. The school's after-school program includes a variety of cultural, artistic and sporting activities conducted after regular classes.	Sports facilities Physical Education is taught by two trained PE teachers; students have PE lessons twice a week. Most PE lessons are outdoors, with indoor sessions in bad weather or when temperatures are very cold. During Summer Camp, campers swim in an outdoor pool.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Spacious, connected classrooms are equipped with modern furniture. A media library provides a reading and information hub for students. The building includes a canteen for student meals. These facilities support the French curriculum and a multilingual teaching approach within the Odyssey Education network.	Academic facilities MISB provides a suite of Chromebook laptops for IT class and for projects across subjects. There are large and bright classrooms to support learning. There are two library areas (KS1 and KS2) with books available for checkout. The Primary Learning follows the British National Curriculum.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities EFI Bucarest offers after-school activities from the first year of kindergarten to CM2. They are optional but highly recommended and designed to improve learning skills, particularly in languages. After-school activities run for 30–32 weeks outside normal school hours, from Monday to Friday, 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, with a snack break from 4:00 to 4:30 pm. Activities include Chess, Karate, Arts, Theatre and Public Speaking, Robotics and Coding, Magic Hub, Kinderdance, and Design Video Game. Holiday camps are organized during school holidays with bilingual theatre, dance, music workshops and sports games.	Extra curricular facilities After School Clubs are available to all students for an additional fee. Clubs include Aikido, Piano, Chess, Ballet, Singing, Robotics, Arts & Crafts, Painting, Spanish, and others. Short-programme students may participate in after-school clubs. Clubs are designed to combine creative and physical activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History EFI Bucarest is part of the Odyssey School Network and is supported by French institutions. It was founded to offer education rooted in French excellence, multilingualism, an international outlook and personal development. The school follows the French national curriculum and is approved by the French Ministry of Education for all primary cycles. The academic vision blends the French idea of general culture with bilingual education delivered by international teachers, creating a trilingual (French, English, Romanian) and multicultural teaching environment, unique in Bucharest. The school is located on a single campus in central Bucharest, in a historic building that formerly housed the Romanian Literature Museum.	History MISB is a British international school located in the heart of downtown Bucharest. The preschool and primary levels are authorized by the Ministry of National Education on the basis of Order no. 4474 / 09.08.2013. In 2022, a visit by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) led to MISB being recognised as a COBIS Patron's Accredited Member School. MISB is a diverse, multicultural community that values respect for different cultures and perspectives. The curriculum is rich and child-centered, designed to inspire curiosity and to support students' social, emotional, and cultural development from Early Years through Key Stages 1 and 2.
Community	Community EFI Bucarest has an international community of parents, students and staff. Pupils are welcomed into a dynamic and multicultural environment where each member of the school community finds their place and builds lifelong relationships. Parents and EFI Bucharest work together to ensure the best possible education for the children. Elected parent representatives defend the interests of the pupils' parents and maintain regular and meaningful contact with the school, building a relationship based on trust. Parent representatives inform other parents about actions by distributing documents to pupils and serve as intermediaries, working directly with the headmaster and the school community (educational advisors, teachers).	Community MISB is a diverse, multicultural community that values respect for different cultures and perspectives and fosters strong partnerships among students, staff, and parents. School life features events such as a Science Fair and World Book Day, and Year 3 visits to the Public Library illustrate active learning. MISB is located in downtown Bucharest at Amzei Square.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association EFI Bucarest's Parent-Teacher Association is formed by elected parent representatives who defend the interests of the school's parents. They work in close collaboration with the headmaster and school leaders, including educational advisors and teachers, to ensure regular and meaningful communication. Parent representatives keep the wider parent community informed by distributing documents to pupils. They serve as intermediaries, bridging families and the school in matters of education and school life. The PTA reinforces parental involvement in the school and helps foster a relationship of trust between families and the school. This collaboration supports the overall educational environment and school activities.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the French national curriculum approved by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the Odyssey Education network. It is a trilingual school (French, English and Romanian) with teaching delivered by French and international teachers. The school welcomes pupils from prekindergarten (2 years old) up to the final year of primary school, with junior high opening in September 2024 and high school in September 2028, enabling study for the French baccalaureate (international option) and language certifications to access universities worldwide.	Academic & intellectual MISB is a British international school in the heart of downtown Bucharest. Robotics and Chess are among the after-school clubs that foster science and critical thinking. Other clubs include Arts & Crafts, Painting, Piano, Ballet, Singing and Spanish. A Science Fair is hosted to promote inquiry-based learning.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school integrates artistic and cultural learning into the pathway to academic success. In kindergarten, the teaching approach emphasizes interactive activities such as games, songs, performances and visits to museums to foster creativity. Extracurricular offerings include arts plastiques, theatre and public speaking, and a diverse roster of activities such as chess, robotics, and design-related programs. Extracurricular activities run after school from 16:30 to 17:30, with longer sessions on Wednesdays, and are available to students from Nursery through CM2.	Arts & creative MISB offers after-school clubs in Piano, Ballet, Singing, Arts & Crafts and Painting. These clubs provide outlets for music, dance and visual arts beyond the classroom. Participation is common, with many students attending more than one club.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides a Passerelle programme to support non-French-speaking students with intensive French instruction in small groups to ensure quick integration. French is the reference language, with roughly a third of lessons taught in English and Romanian, and all teachers apply an immersion-based approach to language learning. The school promotes intercultural exchange and an international outlook through programs such as Model United Nations, school trips and partnerships with other international schools.	Cultural & language Spanish is offered as an after-school club. Romanian language classes are available at all levels and German for KS2. English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities are offered to students from Nursery through CM2 and are strongly encouraged, spanning arts, sports and language development. The program runs for 30–32 weeks outside regular hours, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 16:00 to 17:30, with a 16:00–16:30 snack break, and Wednesday from 12:00 to 16:00 including lunch. Activities include chess, karate, arts plastiques, theatre and public speaking, robotics and coding, Magic Hub, Kinderdance, and design video games.	Social & hobbies After School Clubs are available to all students for an additional fee. Clubs include Aikido, Piano, Chess, Ballet, Singing, Robotics, Arts & Crafts, Painting and Spanish. Clubs are an important part of academic and social life, helping students grow their organizational and discipline skills.
Community & service	Community & service The EFI Bucharest community is international and multicultural, welcoming pupils, families and staff from diverse nationalities. Parents participate actively, with elected parent representatives who defend pupils' interests and maintain regular, trust-based contact with the headmaster and educational staff. The school emphasizes collaboration among pupils, families and the wider community.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership and international-mindedness are fostered through programs such as Model United Nations and intercultural exchanges, which are highlighted as part of the school's educational opportunities. The school emphasizes personal development, initiative and teamwork as part of its educational missions and aims to prepare students for top universities.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing After school and on Wednesday afternoons, pupils can participate in a wide range of cultural, artistic and sporting activities, with some offered in English. The educational model also emphasizes artistic and sporting involvement as part of the pathway to academic success, contributing to a well-rounded and active lifestyle.	Lifestyle & wellbeing After School Clubs include physical activities such as Aikido and Ballet. Clubs also offer Arts & Crafts and Painting, providing a balanced mix of creative and physical engagement. Participation helps students socialize with peers and develop discipline outside class time.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision EFI Bucarest is a trilingual school offering French, English and Romanian and is part of the Odyssey Education network. It follows the French national curriculum. It welcomes pupils from prekindergarten (2 years) up to CM2 (9-10 years), with higher classes opening each year to continue to high school. Junior high will open in September 2024 and high school in September 2028, enabling study for the French baccalaureate (international option) and language certifications.	Language provision English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB. Romanian language classes are offered for all levels, and German language classes are offered for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and students are encouraged to speak English, with English required from Reception onwards.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school is a trilingual school offering French, English and Romanian. It is approved by the French Ministry of Education and provides education in accordance with the French national curriculum. The educational model combines French academic excellence with the dynamism of English-speaking schools, delivered by a team of French and international teachers.	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction. Romanian is taught for all levels, and German is taught for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and all students are encouraged to speak English from Reception onwards.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions EFI Bucarest welcomes pupils of all nationalities. From the beginning of the school year in September 2026, the French International School of Bucharest will offer classes from Pre-Kindergarten (TPS) to Middle School Grade 6 (6ème). Recruitment is based on the results of the admission tests. Admission depends on the quality of the application, the test results and the availability of places. The admission process has three stages 1. Processing of application & admissions interview. Once you have submitted the online application and it has been processed by the admissions department, you will be invited to an admissions interview. 2. Reply to admission application. After the admission committee has come to a decision, your child's place will be confirmed by email and additional documents will be requested. 3. Payment of registration fees. After admission is confirmed, you will be asked to pay the first registration fee. The 1st registration fee is €1,150 and will not be refunded in the event of cancellation. Your child's final registration will be confirmed by email within 7 days following receipt of your payment. Registrations for the 2026-2027 school year are now open. The following documents must be uploaded when registering online: The completed online registration form; A copy of the child's passport or national identity card; Copies of passports or national identity cards of the parents/guardians; A copy of the family record book or any document proving the child's civil status; School evaluations for 24/25 and 25/26 school years for the children enrolled in the primary school.	Admissions 1. Enrollment requires submitting the application form and the following documents: a copy of the child's birth certificate; a copy of the parent's valid identification document; a copy of the most recent evaluation report from the child's previous school or kindergarten; a medical report; a vaccination record; Aviz de intrare în colectivitate (medical clearance for participation in group activities); and a recommendation letter from the child's previous school or kindergarten. 2. MISB has an induction procedure to help children adjust to school at their own pace. It is a gradual process that increases the time the child spends in school from one day to the next; families should maintain a consistent schedule and ensure on-time arrival to set a routine; child/parent communication is very important to support the transition. 3. English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB. Romanian language classes are offered for all levels and German is taught for KS2. For MiniPreschool and Preschool, teaching assistants speak Romanian, but it is used only for special circumstances; students are encouraged to speak English from Reception onwards. 4. To secure a place, pay the registration fee, reservation fee, and materials fee by April 1. If payments are not made by this deadline, you will be added to the waiting list. Reservation and materials fees are not deducted from tuition. Tuition and related fees vary by programme and include quarterly, bi-annual, and annual payment options; a sibling discount applies for the second and third child, and Ukraine-related discounts may apply.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If payments are not made by the April 1 deadline for registration, reservation, and materials fees, applicants are added to the waiting list.
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