International British School of Bucharest vs Maarif International School of Bucharest

	I International British School of Bucharest Bucharest, Romania	M Maarif International School of Bucharest Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 5,650 - 22,350	Fees / year RON 7,800 - 8,850
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 430	Pupils 341
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Romanian
Opened	Opened 2000	Opened 2020
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 21-25 Agricultori Street, District 2, Bucharest, Romania. IBSB is located in District 2 of Bucharest.	Location The International Maarif School of Bucharest is located on a three-hectare site in Voluntari, northeast of Bucharest. The campus address is Bulevardul Pipera, Nr. 206 Bis, Voluntari, Ilfov. It is in the Pipera area with access from central Bucharest.
Stages	Stages EYFS; Primary School; Secondary School.	Stages The school offers Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School/Lower Secondary, and High School/Upper Secondary. The International Section follows the International Maarif Programme in Kindergarten and the Cambridge curriculum from Primary to Upper Secondary; the National Section follows the Romanian Curriculum. The International Section uses English as the language of instruction.
School type	School type Day school.	School type The school is a private school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 32 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English Support is provided.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Affiliated with Türkiye Maarif Foundation (Turkey).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure EYFS: Gates open 8:15 am; 9:00 am registration; 9:00–3:00 learning; 3:00–5:00 pm After School Club (termly fee). Primary: Day starts at 8:30 am with morning line-up; 8:30–3:00 pm lessons; 3:00–3:50 pm clubs (Monday–Thursday). Secondary: Day starts at 8:30 am with morning registration; 8:40–3:50 pm lessons; 4:00–5:30 pm Afterschool Clubs (Monday–Thursday).	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details IMSB uses 10 buses to transport more than 100 students. Bus routes cover Pantelimon, Dudesti, Piata Unirii, Ferentari, Corbeanca, Dorobanti, Colentina, Voluntari, Cosmopolis and the Herastrau area. Buses are equipped with webcams for safety; pricing is per route.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Enrollment & application fees - Enrolment Deposit: EUR 3,500. This payment secures a place and is deducted from the total tuition fee; it is non-refundable in case of withdrawal. - Registration Fee (non‑refundable, first time only for new students): EUR 1,800 for the 1st child or each sibling; EUR 1,200 for the 3rd child; EUR 0 for the 4th child. Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027) — annual and instalments - Nursery (Half‑day): Annual tuition EUR 7,350. 1st instalment EUR 4,410 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 2,940 (Mar 1 – Jun 25). - Nursery & Reception (Full day): Annual tuition EUR 12,850. 1st instalment EUR 7,710 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 5,140 (Mar 1 – Jun 25). - Primary School (Years 1–6): Annual tuition EUR 18,150. 1st instalment EUR 10,890 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 7,260 (Mar 1 – Jun 25). - Middle School (Years 7–9): Annual tuition EUR 20,670. 1st instalment EUR 12,400 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 8,270 (Mar 1 – Jun 25). - High School (Years 10–13): Annual tuition EUR 22,350. 1st instalment EUR 13,410 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 8,940 (Mar 1 – Jun 25). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed on a two‑semester basis (two instalments per academic year). For 2026–2027 the fiscal semesters are: 1st instalment period Aug 31, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027; 2nd instalment period Mar 1, 2027 – Jun 25, 2027. Payment due dates specified are: 1st instalment due by August 05, 2026; 2nd instalment due by February 01, 2027. The school may adjust fees with 90 days' prior notice. Sibling discount - A 10% sibling discount is offered where two or more siblings are registered; the discount is applied only to the youngest sibling. Additional costs invoiced separately - Certain club and after‑school activities - Residential trips - Transportation - School lunch - School uniform - Events Fund - Re‑takes, remarks and external examination checks These items are invoiced in addition to the annual tuition. What tuition covers - Certain clubs and school activities - Local educational trips - Class textbooks and software access - Stationery - IGCSE & AS/A‑level examinations (as listed in the fee details) Certain items are included within the tuition and others are charged separately as listed above. Refund information - The Enrolment Deposit (EUR 3,500) is non‑refundable in case of withdrawal. The Registration Fee is non‑refundable. Annual tuition adjustments may be made with 90 days' notice. Boarding - No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; there are no boarding fees applicable. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule specifies payment via "IBSB Direct Payments" in two instalments with the instalment periods and due‑by dates shown above. Specific payment channels (for example, explicit mention of credit card or bank transfer details) are not provided within the published fee schedule. For the 2026–2027 fee structure the school specifies the two‑instalment payment arrangement.	Fee details Fees — 2026–2027 academic year Application / Registration & Evaluation fees (non‑refundable) - Preschool (Mp1, Mp2, Mp3): N/A (no separate registration/evaluation fee). - International Section (Primary, Secondary, High School): EUR 250 per student (non‑refundable). - National Section: - Grădiniță: N/A (no separate registration/evaluation fee). - Ciclu Primar: EUR 250 (non‑refundable). - Ciclu Gimnazial: EUR 250 (non‑refundable). - Ciclu Liceal: EUR 250 (non‑refundable). Tuition fees — annual (per year group) - Maarif Preschool Programme (per year): - Mp1 (3–4 years): EUR 7,500 per year. - Mp2 (4–5 years): EUR 7,500 per year. - Mp3 (5–6 years): EUR 7,500 per year. - International Section (Cambridge / International Maarif Programme): - Primary: EUR 8,000 per year. - Secondary: EUR 8,500 per year. - High School: EUR 9,000 per year. - National Section (Romanian curriculum): - Grădiniță: EUR 6,000 per year. - Ciclu Primar: EUR 6,500 per year. - Ciclu Gimnazial: EUR 7,000 per year. - Ciclu Liceal: EUR 7,500 per year. Uniform fees (one‑off / per year as shown) - International Section: - Primary: EUR 250. - Secondary: EUR 300. - High School: EUR 350. - National Section: - Grădiniță: N/A. - Ciclu Primar: EUR 250. - Ciclu Gimnazial: EUR 300. - Ciclu Liceal: EUR 350. - Preschool uniform: N/A. Books, educational & digital materials fees (one‑off / per year as shown) - Preschool (Mp1–Mp3): EUR 300 per year. - International Section: - Primary: EUR 350. - Secondary: EUR 400. - High School: EUR 800. - National Section (all listed cycles): EUR 250 per year (Grădiniță and Ciclu Primar/Gimnazial/Liceal as shown). - Note: Some subjects may require additional materials that are not included in the Educational Materials fee. Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration is completed only after the first installment is paid. - A 5% discount applies for full (single‑payment) settlement of the tuition. - A 5% sibling discount applies where eligible. - The published fee list is identified for the 2026–2027 academic year and is noted as valid until May, when fees are updated. - Some subjects may require additional educational materials which are not included in the Educational Materials fee. Boarding fees - No boarding fees appear in the publicly published fee schedule and no boarding provision is listed among the school services; the school operates as a day school (no boarding fees indicated). Other costs and fees - The schedule above explicitly lists: registration/evaluation (non‑refundable) fees, uniform fees, and Books + Educational & Digital Materials fees. - The school lists additional services (for example catering and bus service) on its services menu, but specific charges for catering, bus transport or other optional services are not shown on the published fee page. Refund information - The Registration & Evaluation charge shown on the fee schedule is labelled non‑refundable. - No further general tuition refund policy is published on the displayed fee sheet. Fee payment options - The published fee image and the public admissions/registration pages do not specify accepted payment channels (for example, bank transfer, credit card or online payment) on the fee sheet itself. (End of fee summary.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is required for all pupils. The uniform is practical, comfortable, long wearing, and environmentally friendly, supplied by Trutex; orders can be placed online and there is an on-campus Uniform Shop for fitting. Sixth Form wear a corporate professional dress code with collared shirts for both genders, a tie for boys, and dark trousers or a knee-length skirt/dress.	Uniform requirement Uniform is navy-blue trousers for boys and navy-blue skirts for girls, with turquoise and white collared T-shirts during the day. For Physical Education, students wear the school PE outfit and white-soled sports shoes. Boys should have a neat, classic haircut and be clean-shaven; girls should not wear makeup or nail polish, hair should be pulled back, and high-heeled shoes are not allowed.
Food options	Food options All children from Nursery to Year 13 eat lunch at school. Healthy, nutritional school meals are provided based on an international menu and are an additional charge. In addition to the school menu, students can buy food from the School Kiosk, and students in Years 12 and 13 are allowed to exit the school to buy food off campus if they wish.	Food options IMSB has a canteen that seats 150 students at once and a catering service providing nutritious meals with a weekly-changing menu adapted to age groups. Kindergarten and primary students receive breakfast and lunch, while secondary students receive lunch; catering is elective and charged separately from tuition. For AY 2025-2026, the fee is 1800 Euro.
House system	House system The House System is an integral part of life at IBSB. Students are placed into one of three houses—Dobrogea, Transilvania, or Muntenia. Each house elects a Captain and Vice Captain and participates in monthly House Competitions for points; the end-of-term winning house receives a trip, and the year-end winner is awarded the IBSB House Cup.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership IBSB is a COBIS, ECIS and CEESA member since 2002 and ARACIP accredited. An ISI British School Overseas inspection in September 2022 confirmed that the school meets all standards with excellent outcomes for learning and personal development. The school is a Cambridge Assessment International Examinations centre since 2001 and an Edexcel centre since 2012, and is a member of AoBSO.	Governance and ownership The school is a private institution that forms part of the Turkish Maarif Foundation's international network of schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the National Curriculum of England for ages 3–18, with the Early Years Foundation Stage for Nursery and Reception; Primary (Years 1–6) and Secondary (Years 7–11) follow the National Curriculum, and Cambridge IGCSE is taken in Years 10–11; Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers Cambridge AS and A-Level courses.	Curriculum details The school offers three curriculum streams across the year groups: the Romanian National Curriculum in the National Sections; the Cambridge Curriculum in the International Sections; and the International Maarif Programme for preschool. In Kindergarten, parents may choose the Romanian Curriculum (Romanian language of instruction) or the International Maarif Programme Curriculum (in English). The Romanian National Curriculum is taught in the National Sections for Primary, Middle School (grades 5–8), and High School (grades 9–12). The Cambridge Curriculum is taught in the International Sections for Primary and Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE examinations in grades 9–10 and Cambridge A Levels in grades 11–12. The International Maarif Programme Curriculum is used for preschool (authorized and accredited by the Romanian Ministry of Education and ARACIP). After graduation, diplomas earned under the Cambridge or International Maarif curricula are equivalated by the Romanian Ministry of Education via CNRED.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results GCSE A-A* average for the Summer 2025 exam session was 57%. IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A-Level exams are scheduled twice a year.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression 95% of IBSB graduates continue their studies at top universities worldwide. University destinations include Cambridge, Yale, University College London, London School of Economics, Bocconi University, University of Amsterdam, and others.	Higher education progression Graduates may pursue higher education in Romanian and international universities, with Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels providing recognized qualifications for university admission in Romania and abroad.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented More Able and Talented is a whole-school approach with differentiated teaching and enrichment opportunities; IBSB is a member of the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE).	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Personal development is treated as important as academic subjects. Values, attitudes, self-confidence, self-awareness, and life skills are supported for lifelong success and happiness. On arrival, each new student is paired with a buddy to help with the transition, and joins a House System that promotes community spirit and positive behaviour through house points and events. A Teacher Mentoring System and a Prefect Mentoring System provide ongoing guidance, while two qualified student counsellors support emotional and social development through individual or group sessions, with confidentiality except in safety concerns. Counselling is introduced to all students at the start of each academic year.	Social & emotional learning The school promotes a culture of mutual respect and diversity and encourages children to follow their own path, equipping them with skills and values that will propel them to a successful future. It aims to develop students as creative, team-oriented, visionary, open-minded citizens. It encourages students to research and respect the culture, traditions and environment they live in, be responsible, get involved, and contribute to making the world a better place. It fosters empathy and tolerance and transmits moral and intellectual values that cross borders. It ensures a school environment where all students feel safe and can develop culturally and socially, with ethnicity not serving as an obstacle to social integration. It promotes intercultural understanding as a core aspect of education and supports students to engage with diverse communities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) IBSB provides support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Every child has equal entitlement to education; when a specific need is identified, parents are informed and an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) is created in collaboration with families. IBSB is a member of the National Association for Special Educational Needs (NASEN), giving staff access to resources and training to deliver SEND support. Pupils needing dedicated SEND or EAL support achieve well due to effective provision.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language IBSB is an international school with students from many countries, and many students speak English as a second language and may not initially have the English language skills required for the English National Curriculum and mainstream lessons taught in English. Students entering IBSB are assessed to determine if they need additional English support, and where a need is identified, extra support is provided in small classes to enable them to learn quickly and integrate into mainstream classes. The aims of English Language Support include assessing English proficiency, placing students in appropriate EAL classes, providing 1-5 hours of extra English per week, and designing programs to meet individual needs while developing basic interpersonal communicative skills (BICS) and cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP) in a positive learning environment. Extra support is delivered in small groups, up to a maximum of five EAL lessons per week; EAL and related expectations are communicated with parents and reflected in annual reports.	English as an additional language Three educational programmes are offered: the Romanian curriculum with intensive English classes for students aged 3 to 18; the Cambridge curriculum for primary and secondary; and the newly accredited International Maarif Programme curriculum for preschool. The International Section uses English as the language of instruction. Intensive English classes accompany the Romanian national curriculum to support English proficiency. Cambridge provides international learning opportunities in English for primary and secondary levels. The International Maarif Programme curriculum for preschool is part of the campus offerings.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing and emotional health are supported through the IBSB Student Support and Wellbeing program. The school emphasises personal development, including values, attitudes, self-confidence, self-awareness, and life skills. On arrival, students are paired with a buddy, and join a House System that fosters community and positive behaviour through house points, meetings, and events. A Teacher Mentoring System and a Prefect Mentoring System provide additional guidance, while two qualified student counsellors support emotional and social development through individual or group sessions. Counselling is confidential, with disclosures only made when safety concerns arise, and counsellors are introduced to students at the start of each academic year.	Mental wellbeing The school provides support, safety and education to help students contribute to their communities. It fosters a safe and inclusive environment where students can develop culturally and socially. The curriculum promotes social-emotional development through a culture of mutual respect and empathy. It encourages students to develop resilience, collaboration and a global outlook. It values diversity and intercultural understanding as part of well-being and belonging.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Child safeguarding is a top priority at IBSB. All staff receive annual safeguarding training, with select staff receiving advanced safeguarding and safer recruitment training. Safeguarding checks are recorded in the Staff Central Record, meeting DfE BSO standards. The school has a designated safeguarding lead and maintains a Whole School Child Safeguarding Policy for reference by staff and families.	Safeguarding The school ensures all students feel safe in a supportive environment. It promotes social integration without discrimination on ethnicity, nationality or background. It fosters a culture of mutual respect and inclusion. It engages with families and the community to safeguard student welfare and well-being. It supports transparent and respectful communication among students, teachers and parents to protect student safety.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus was modernised in recent years and offers dedicated outdoor areas for different ages. Outdoor spaces include sports fields for football and basketball, ping-pong tables, climbing and play centres, and an Early Years area with age-appropriate activities and safety features. A new administrative building houses the Early Years Center and a spacious Lunch Room.	Facilities overview The school is located on a three-hectare site in Voluntari, northeast of Bucharest. The campus features a building with light and modern classrooms and teaching spaces for students aged 3 to 18. Inside, there is a gym, library, biology, physics and chemistry laboratories, ICT labs, and foreign languages rooms for Arabic, Turkish and French, plus study rooms equipped with digital technology. Outdoor recreational areas provide space to play and extend learning. The campus includes athletic facilities such as a large gymnasium, an all-weather football pitch and three basketball courts.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor sports facilities include football and basketball fields, ping-pong tables, and climbing and play centres to support a range of physical activities.	Sports facilities Sports facilities include a large gymnasium. An all-weather football pitch and three basketball courts are available. Outdoor recreational areas allow children the space to play and extend their learning. These facilities support physical education for students aged 3 to 18.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school has specialist areas including science labs, physical education facilities, art/DT spaces, and ICT facilities.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include Biology, Physics and Chemistry laboratories for science education. ICT (information and communication technology) laboratories support digital learning. Foreign languages rooms are available for Arabic, Turkish and French. A library and study rooms equipped with digital technology support independent and collaborative study. The classrooms are light and modern, designed for students aged 3 to 18.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The club programme includes academic clubs (Debate Club, Journalism Club, STEM Club, Logic Club, Kumon Maths and English), creative clubs (Drama Club, Future Fashion Club, Arts and Crafts, Creative Circle, Sewing Club, The Big Sing Along), cultural clubs (Mandarin Club, Cultural Tales, Mini Travelers, Sezătoarea Creativă), sports clubs (Football, Tennis, Swimming, Karate, Ballet, Dance, Capoeira, Alpha Basket Club), and science/STEAM clubs (Wow Lab, Little Scientists, Food Science, LEGO Challenge, Cognitive Science Club). Mindfulness and wellbeing clubs (Kids Yoga, Mindfulness Club, Feeling Friends) are also offered. The program is supported by Kumon, Wow Lab, and Essearte Academy Romania, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis with a term brochure detailing eligibility and schedules.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History IBSB has a long history of academic excellence. It is the first COBIS-accredited school in Romania and the first international school officially recognised by ARACIP (the Romanian Ministry of Education). The school offers a well-established extracurricular programme, including lessons from specialist sports teachers and music teachers, timely visits from specialist subject teachers, senior students, and special guests, and an extensive range of class trips and afterschool clubs.	History —
Community	Community IBSB's community is formed by students and staff from up to thirty countries, coming together as a single IBSB community and contributing to a vibrant cultural calendar, lively debate, and the core values of respect and tolerance. Pastoral care and wellbeing are central, with a school nurse, two full-time student counsellors, and a dedicated pastoral care team; new students receive a well-organised induction programme and English language support. The school offers a broad co-curricular programme with day and residential trips, lunchtime activities, after-school clubs, a Work Experience Programme, CAS, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, a wide range of sporting opportunities, and a Creative Arts Programme, enriching student life on and off campus. IBSB emphasizes partner collaboration with parents, working as parents as partners toward World Class School Membership.	Community International Maarif School of Bucharest is a private school offering two sections: the National section following the Romanian curriculum and the International section following the International Maarif Programme in Kindergarten and the Cambridge curriculum from Primary to Upper Secondary. The International section uses English as the language of instruction. Cooperation and transparency determine the relationships in the school community, and the school aims to raise students as active, conscientious global citizens who contribute to their communities. The school has an open selection policy regardless of nationality, ethnicity, cultural background, or religious belief, with admissions based on objective criteria including age, placement test, previous school records, interviews, health, and availability of places.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association PTF stands for Parents, Teachers, and Friends and is the reconstituted PTA. The board includes current and past IBSB parents who work alongside the Senior Management Team to determine school policy and help plan and organise school events. The PTF also organises a social calendar of events where parents can meet and socialise with teachers and other parents. PTF meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month in the Flavors Café on the first floor of the new IBSB building. Minutes from PTF meetings are available in the Parents' Area. The PTF has a Mission and Vision statement and a Policy.	Parent teacher association MISB PTA organized and ran activities to help the school and the community. PTA officers include a President, a Vice President, a Secretary and a Treasurer. They collected dry food and hygiene products for Ukrainian refugees and helped organize the Turkish Children's Day event in April. They aimed to raise funds to buy supplies through January 2023. The current PTA was active until January 2023, and a new PTA would be elected to serve until January 2024.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers a wide range of after-school academic clubs to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving. Academic clubs include Debate Club, Journalism Club, STEM Club, Logic Club, and Kumon Maths and English. Science and innovation clubs include Wow Lab, Little Scientists, Food Science, LEGO Challenge, and Cognitive Science Club for hands-on STEAM exploration. The club programme is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and develop lifelong skills.	Academic & intellectual The school has Cambridge International Curriculum for the International Section, which is accredited by the Romanian Ministry of Education and listed in ARACIP's Special Register as a Cambridge International School. The national section offers the Romanian National Curriculum, authorized since 2020 to provide education from kindergarten to high school. Starting with the academic year 2023-2024, IMSB implements the International Maarif Programme Curriculum for preschool education, approved and accredited by the Romanian Ministry of Education and ARACIP in January 2023. Graduates who studied Cambridge International Curriculum or the International Maarif Curriculum have their diplomas equivalated by the Romanian Ministry of Education through CNRED.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Creative clubs include Drama Club, Future Fashion Club, Arts and Crafts, Creative Circle, Sewing Club, and The Big Sing Along, nurturing imagination and self-expression. These clubs provide opportunities for performance, design and hands-on creativity. Participation helps students express ideas and develop creativity.	Arts & creative MISB students are engaged in learning and are fortunate to have opportunities to pursue activities in the areas of sports, music and arts. After School programmes include arts activities that introduce students to an artistic environment and provide opportunities to express their imagination and creativity, building confidence and dexterity. Music clubs offer piano playing individually and in groups using national and international teaching materials. Drama or storytelling clubs enable expression in Turkish, Romanian, and English.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Cultural experiences include Mandarin Club, Cultural Tales, Mini Travelers, and Sezătoarea Creativă, giving students a window into global traditions and languages. These clubs expose students to diverse cultures and languages, broadening global awareness. They complement language learning in class.	Cultural & language Apart from English, the students can learn other languages such as Turkish, Romanian, French and Arabic. The International section uses English as the language of instruction. Foreign Languages Rooms accommodate Arabic, Turkish and French. After School languages activities include drama or storytelling in Turkish, Romanian, and English. Social and cultural activities include musical performances, theatrical performances, poetry performances, and other cultural events.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The programme encourages students to join many clubs to develop social and personal skills. Mindfulness and wellbeing clubs such as Kids Yoga, Mindfulness Club, and Feeling Friends support emotional balance and self-awareness. Movement and sports clubs include Football, Tennis, Swimming, Karate, Ballet, Dance, Capoeira, and Alpha Basket Club, promoting teamwork and physical fitness.	Social & hobbies The After School programme offers a broad range of clubs, including sports, arts, languages, cooking, debate, dance, and fashion, with activities organized to suit different age groups. Clubs foster teamwork, creativity, and social interaction, and are designed to meet the interests and needs of the students. The Music Club provides piano instruction for individuals and groups, and other clubs include drama, storytelling, and dance to enhance social and creative engagement.
Community & service	Community & service The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is a programme IBSB participates in, with Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels. It includes four sections: service, skills, physical recreation, and adventurous journey; Gold includes a residential project. Examples of service include first aid, visiting and supporting people in need, hospital volunteering, sports coaching, and charity work. The Award is recognised by universities worldwide as an indication of character and community commitment.	Community & service The school aims to provide students with the skills and values to be good citizens who contribute to their community. IMSB emphasizes becoming active, principled global citizens with an open admission approach irrespective of nationality, ethnicity, or background.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership is fostered through the Student Council, which runs events and campaigns and promotes social and civic development. The Council emphasizes student voice and involvement in school life. The House system reinforces teamwork and leadership, with house captains and monthly competitions. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award also develops leadership and life skills through its sections and residential project.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Mindfulness and wellbeing clubs such as Kids Yoga, Mindfulness Club, and Feeling Friends support emotional balance and self-awareness. Sports and physical activity are emphasized through Football, Tennis, Swimming, Karate, Ballet, Dance, Capoeira, and Alpha Basket Club. The overall aim is to promote physical health, mental balance, teamwork, and resilience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus is located on a three-hectare site in Voluntari, with modern classrooms and indoor facilities including a gym, library, science laboratories, and language rooms for Arabic, Turkish and French, plus study rooms with digital technology. Outdoor spaces include a large gymnasium, an all-weather football pitch and three basketball courts. The After School programme offers sports and arts clubs to support students' wellbeing and holistic development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French, German, Spanish, and Romanian are offered as modern foreign languages. Modern Foreign Languages are introduced from Year 1. Classes are taught by native English teachers with bilingual Romanian assistants. Language clubs offer additional language opportunities, including Italian or Russian beyond the MFL programme.	Language provision Two sections are offered: the National section follows the Romanian Curriculum and the International section follows the International Maarif Programme in Kindergarten and the Cambridge curriculum from Primary to Upper Secondary. The International section uses English as the language of instruction. Turkish is taught in the Turkish Department as both a mother tongue and a foreign language: Turkish as a mother tongue uses the MEB Turkish Curriculum up to Grade 10, with Cambridge IGCSE Turkish as a first language at the end of Grade 10 (Year 11); Turkish as a second language follows the Turkish Maarif Foundation curriculum with a goal of B2 by graduation.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction. Classes are taught by qualified native English teachers, supported by bilingual Romanian assistants.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs In Secondary School, students have the chance to take part in school excursions or a student exchange programme to experience language use in the country of origin. Language clubs provide native-speaker experiences and opportunities to learn languages such as Italian or Russian beyond the MFL programme.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards World Class School Award (June 2022) as part of the World Class Schools Fellowship; 2021 is the year when 100% of the graduating class received offers to reputable universities worldwide, with 74% to top 1% universities and 95% to top 5% universities.	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations COBIS, ECIS, and CEESA membership since 2002; ARACIP accreditation by the Romanian Ministry of Education; AoBSO (British Schools Overseas) membership; ISI inspection in September 2022 confirming compliance with British School Overseas standards and rating for educational quality as excellent; Cambridge Assessment International Examinations Centre since 2001; Edexcel Centre since 2012; World Class Schools Fellowship with World Class School Award in June 2022.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Enrolment starts at Nursery for children aged 3 or older on September 1. IBSB uses an open enrolment policy and does not exclude students based on academic ability; all students are assessed before they start and a programme is in place to support progress, including Extra English Support for those needing language assistance. New enrolments are considered from March; those submitted before February are placed on the waiting list, which is processed for the new academic year on March 1. You can visit the school by appointment to meet the Head of School or Executive Director and receive an official tour, and a day at the school can be arranged for prospective pupils. Enrolment during the year is possible if a place is available. The school uses Cambridge assessments: Cambridge Pupil Progress Tests in Primary, Checkpoint in Year 9, IGCSE in Years 10–11, and A Levels in Years 12–13; reports and communications with parents are online via the Schoolbase system. An initial Registration Fee of 1,000 and a deposit of 1,500€ are payable at enrolment, with termly payments due before the start of each term.	Admissions 1. Certificate of Studies for Previous School Years (Academic Grades, Conduct Grade, Disciplinary Records) is required for pre-enrolment. It records the student's academic history, conduct grade, and any disciplinary records. It should accompany the other pre-enrolment documents. It is part of the materials reviewed during the admissions process. 2. Copy: Birth certificate, Parents ID's, and Marriage/divorce certificate are required copies for pre-enrolment. They establish identity and family information. Ensure copies are legible and up-to-date. They accompany the pre-enrolment documents. 3. Original: Student School Transcript, Medical history form filled by a family doctor (school format), Immunization records / the student vaccination, and 4 recent passport-size photos are required originals. These originals verify academic history and health information. Ensure the photos are recent and clear. They accompany the pre-enrolment submission. 4. Medical History Form: Download the Medical History Form and bring it to the school once it has been completed by the family doctor. The form should be completed by the family doctor before submission. It should be presented as part of the pre-enrolment documents.
Scholarships	Scholarships The IBSB Scholarship Programme is available annually for students entering Years 7–10 and Year 12, with up to three senior scholarships for 2026–2027. Scholarships cover approximately €15,000 per year, about 70% of the annual tuition and include a waiver of IBSB enrolment fees; recipients may also access mentoring and internship opportunities at Allianz-Țiriac. Applications open February 9 and close March 28; CAT4 and EPT assessments, plus special talent and subject assessments, occur in April; interviews are held on May 2; announcements follow on May 6 (with acceptance by May 8) or May 11 for unsuccessful results; if awarded, external candidates must register by May 30. Types of scholarships include Academic, Sporting, and Excellence in Creative Arts, each requiring a portfolio of evidence, CAT4 and EPT results, and other supporting materials.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist There is a waiting list for new enrolments; if you submit your new enrolment application before February you will be placed on the waiting list, which is processed for the new academic year on March 1. Enrolment during the year is possible if a place becomes available.	Waitlist —
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