International School and Rudjer Boskovic School are both in Belgrade, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. International School also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels, and Rudjer Boskovic School also offers Bespoke. Published annual fees are RSD 7,499 - 10,141 at International School and RSD 9,000 - 16,500 at Rudjer Boskovic School, which puts Rudjer Boskovic School roughly 45% higher. Both take pupils from 5 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 274 and 274 pupils. Typical class sizes are 18 at International School and 15 at Rudjer Boskovic School.
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International School
Belgrade, Serbia
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Rudjer Boskovic School
Belgrade, Serbia
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Fees / year
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Fees / year RSD 7,499 - 10,141 | Fees / year RSD 9,000 - 16,500 |
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Age range
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Age range 5 - 18 years | Age range 5 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 274 | Pupils 274 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 18 | Typical class size 15 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Serbian | Instruction language English, Serbian |
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Opened
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Opened — | Opened 2003 |
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Bus service
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Bus service No | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location 45 Šumatovačka Street, Belgrade. | Location Kneza Višeslava 17, 11030 Beograd, Serbia |
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Stages
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Stages Cambridge Primary (5-11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (11-14), Cambridge Secondary and Advanced (14-19). | Stages Preschool to gymnasium; includes primary and secondary schools |
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School type
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School type Private international day school offering Cambridge programmes. | School type Private international school |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support Three Levels of Support for Your Success: Homeroom Teacher, Mentor, and University Admissions Advisor. This integrated system provides personalized guidance to support academic progress and university admissions; Homeroom Teacher serves as the daily guide, Mentor provides personalised mentoring and goal setting, and a University Admissions Advisor assists with researching and applying to higher education worldwide. | Additional learning support Individualized support in and outside the classroom; study time with teachers; counselling with a psychologist; healthcare; workshops; library resources; online resources; university application guidance for final-year students |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation — | Country affiliation Serbia |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure — | School day structure School day starts at 8.45. Primary finishes at 15.40 (Mon–Thu) and 14.55 on Fridays; Secondary finishes at 15.50 (Mon–Thu) and 15.05 on Fridays; some students may have individual work with a teacher when needed. |
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Bus service details
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and registration fees - Application (prijava) is free; there is no public one‑off application fee. Tuition fees by programme and year group (annual and monthly instalment amounts) - Cambridge International Programme — Primary (ages 5–11): annual price (early/promo) EUR 7,499; full annual price EUR 10,790; equivalent on a 12‑month instalment plan shown as EUR 625 per month. - Cambridge International Programme — Lower Secondary (ages 11–14): annual price (early/promo) EUR 8,999; full annual price EUR 13,290; equivalent on a 12‑month instalment plan shown as EUR 750 per month. - Cambridge International Programme — Secondary (ages 14–19): International package — annual price (early/promo) EUR 9,449; full annual price EUR 13,690; equivalent on a 12‑month instalment plan shown as EUR 787 per month. International PLUS package — annual price (early/promo) EUR 10,141; full annual price EUR 14,690; equivalent on a 12‑month instalment plan shown as EUR 845 per month. - Cambridge International Distance Learning (DL) programme: the same programme prices are shown for Primary and Lower Secondary and the Secondary International package price is the same as above (Primary EUR 7,499 / EUR 625 per month; Lower Secondary EUR 8,999 / EUR 750 per month; Secondary EUR 9,449 / EUR 787 per month for the International package). - Note: the published price rows indicate the listed prices apply to students enrolling into Year 1, Year 7 and Year 10 (those cohort entries correspond to the promotional / listed figures). Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition may be paid in up to 12 monthly instalments; instalment amounts are shown on the published fee grid as monthly equivalents. - An extra 5% discount is offered for full payment of the tuition fee. - Sibling discounts: 10% discount for the second child, 30% for the third child; schooling for the fourth and each subsequent child is free when schooling periods overlap. - Special discounts for employees of the same company (two or more employees) and their family members are available; separate incentive schemes for high‑performing candidates also exist. - All prices are denominated in EUR and fees are collected in their RSD equivalent using the National Bank of Serbia sell rate on the day of contract/payment. The tuition fee may be paid by a legal entity or by a person other than the student's parents (contracting party details are permitted). Boarding / residential provision - Boarding is not listed among the school's services; no boarding / residential fee schedule is published for this school. Other costs and optional charges - Optional after‑school activities (possible supervision/activities until 18:00 for younger children) are available at EUR 125 per month. - The school provides textbooks, notebooks and basic learning materials as part of the package; the school also lists a School Starter Set and school uniforms as standard items (pricing for the starter set or uniforms is published or handled separately by the school's admissions/administration). Refunds, cancellation and contract terms - Tuition amounts are guaranteed at the level agreed when signing the Parent–School contract; the contract is signed for a multi‑year period (the school specifies a standard contract term). The signed contract governs cancellation, refund and other terms and conditions. Fee payment options - Fees are quoted in EUR and collected in RSD equivalent; the published material confirms that a contracting legal entity or an individual (other than the parents) may make payment. Instalment plans and full‑payment discounts are explicitly offered. Specific payment channels (for example, the school's bank account details or whether card payments are accepted) are handled through the school's contracting and billing process. Contact details shown for fee and contract enquiries: phone +381 (0)11 4011 220; e‑mail info@iss.edu.rs or admission@iss.edu.rs. Quick summary (clear, at‑a‑glance) - Application fee: none (application is free). - Annual tuition (promo / full): Primary EUR 7,499 / EUR 10,790; Lower Secondary EUR 8,999 / EUR 13,290; Secondary International EUR 9,449 / EUR 13,690; Secondary International PLUS EUR 10,141 / EUR 14,690. Monthly instalment equivalents are shown as EUR 625, EUR 750, EUR 787 and EUR 845 respectively (12 instalments). - Optional after‑school: EUR 125 per month. - Discounts and payment options: sibling discounts (10%/30%/fourth free), 5% off for full payment, instalment plans up to 12 months, payments collected in RSD equivalent (NBS sell rate). If you will publish these fee lines in a database field, paste the entire block above into the single field labeled “Fees overview.” | Fee details Academic year covered • Fees shown are for the 2025/26 academic year. Application / registration fee • There is no separate application or registration fee published for enrolment. Tuition — primary and lower‑secondary (annual and per‑term) • Grade 1 (PYP 1, age 5–6.5): Annual €9,000 — Per term (4 instalments) €2,250. • Grade 2 (PYP 2): Annual €9,400 — Per term €2,350. • Grade 3 (PYP 3): Annual €9,800 — Per term €2,450. • Grade 4 (PYP 4): Annual €10,100 — Per term €2,525. • Grade 5 (PYP 5): Annual €10,500 — Per term €2,625. Tuition — middle years (annual and per‑term) • Grade 6 (MYP T): Annual €11,000 — Per term €2,750. • Grade 7 (MYP 1): Annual €11,400 — Per term €2,850. • Grade 8 (MYP 2): Annual €11,900 — Per term €2,975. • Grade 9 (MYP 3): Annual €12,500 — Per term €3,125. Tuition — high school (annual and per‑term) • Grade 10 (MYP 4): Annual €13,500 — Per term €3,375. • Grade 11 (MYP 5): Annual €14,500 — Per term €3,625. • Grade 12 (DP 1): IB Diploma track Annual €16,000 — Per term €4,000. National (non‑IB DP) track Annual €13,000 — Per term €3,250. • Grade 13 (DP 2): IB Diploma track Annual €16,500 — Per term €4,125. National (non‑IB DP) track Annual €13,000 — Per term €3,250. Billing schedule and payment terms • The annual tuition amount is due at enrolment; families may choose to pay in quarterly instalments. • When paid in instalments, tuition is divided into four equal payments (four instalments). The school's published instalment schedule aligns each instalment with the school terms: instalment timing covers the spring, start of the academic year (September), autumn/December and winter/March instalments. Methods of payment • Accepted payment methods: cash in EUR or in RSD (RSD amount calculated at the National Bank of Serbia mean exchange rate on the date of payment), local bank transfer (within Serbia), or international bank transfer in EUR, GBP or USD. Families are expected to indicate preferred method in advance to receive payment instructions. No published mention of credit‑card payment is provided. What the tuition covers and other optional costs • The annual tuition covers basic instructional services and a range of additional services, specifically: lessons for compulsory and elective subjects, preparation lessons, exams (including IBDP examinations where applicable), research projects, CAS activities, university admissions counselling, school stationery and coursebooks, school uniform, school meals (lunch and snacks where applicable), health care, security surveillance, IT support, laboratory and specialised classrooms, library access, school magazines, creative projects, use of playgrounds and indoor sports facilities, visits, field trips and excursions, and student exchanges. • Optional or additional-charge items: organised home–school–home transport (transportation is an additional service and is billed separately if selected), optional language certification exams (English, German, Russian, French, Italian), summer camp and winter (ski) camp organized during breaks, and any extra or special services arranged individually. Uniform, coursebooks and meals • School uniform, coursebooks, necessary stationery and school meals are included within the annual tuition. Physical‑education sportswear and formal uniform requirements are provided according to grade regulations. Boarding • The school does not publish or offer boarding accommodation; no boarding fees apply. The school operates as a day school. Refunds, cancellations and contract termination • Termination of the enrolment contract is governed by the signed contract between the family and the school; the contract allows termination by mutual consent or by the family with prior notice provided contractual obligations are fulfilled. Refunds or any pro‑rata returns are not published as a general schedule; refund terms and any financial adjustments on withdrawal are governed by the contract and applicable tuition ordinance and must be handled according to the contract's provisions. Practical notes on invoicing and payment administration • The school's accounting/administration team issues payment instructions when families indicate their preferred payment method at the point of enrolment. Local RSD payments are calculated using the National Bank of Serbia exchange rate on the payment date. Families are required to sign the school's contract on terms and conditions of enrolment and education as part of the billing process. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements The school provides accommodation and meals in a student dormitory. Accommodation and food at the student dormitory are provided in accordance with the pertaining law. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement Uniform is required for all students, parents/guardians, teachers and other staff. The student uniform consists of a polo shirt with the school logo in year-appropriate colours (yellow for Lower Secondary Y1–Y9; blue for High School Y10–Y13); the PE uniform includes a white T-shirt with the logo, grey tracksuit bottoms with the logo, grey shorts (male), grey leggings (female) and a tracksuit top. | Uniform requirement The school requires students to wear a uniform as directed by the General Act of the school. |
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Food options
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Food options During lunch, meals are served in the school restaurant. A healthy breakfast and a freshly prepared lunch are provided for primary students. | Food options Lunch is served at the school restaurant. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The founders of the school are Link Group Education Services SRL and LINK group d.o.o. The Belgrade Commercial Court decision dated 28 November 2024 established School Investments d.o.o. as the founder of the school. | Governance and ownership The school is privately owned international school comprising the first private Primary School and High School in Serbia, and both schools are accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Cambridge Primary (5-11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (11-14), and Cambridge Secondary and Advanced (14-19) form the core of the curriculum. In Years 10–11, students complete seven IGCSE subjects to earn the International Certificate of Education (ICE); in Years 12–13 they select A-level bundles designed to meet Cambridge Assessment International Education requirements and the ICE/AICE diplomas. The Cambridge curriculum is delivered in English, and the school is a UCAS registered centre. Cambridge Distance Learning is available for online study. Cambridge qualifications unlock admission to universities worldwide. | Curriculum details Rudjer Boskovic School comprises Primary School and Secondary School, both authorised by the Serbian Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development. Primary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international Cambridge programmes for primary and lower secondary students, including the Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary One Programme. Starting in Academic Year 2015-2016, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) was introduced for 5-11-year-olds, and from Academic Year 2018-2019 the school is accredited as an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) School for upper primary students. The Secondary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international programmes Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and the IB Diploma Programme, with IB MYP accreditation for the first and second grades since 2018-2019. The school educates from preschool age to gymnasium, uses modern teaching methods and a wide range of extracurricular activities, and maintains small class sizes (10-20 students). The mission is to inspire learners to become honourable, principled, knowledgeable and caring individuals capable of contributing to local and worldwide communities. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression Cambridge qualifications unlock admission to universities worldwide; the school is a UCAS registered centre; ICE, AICE and A-Level pathways support progression to higher education domestically and internationally. | Higher education progression — |
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Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented Elite Honours Class is a selective program for students with exceptional potential and results; membership is granted to candidates with 75%+ in Cambridge IGCSE examinations and focuses on advanced, interdisciplinary study across finance, entrepreneurship, technology, global studies and STEM, with ethical leadership. | Gifted and talented — |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning Mentoring is a unique concept at International School, representing a special relationship between teachers and students. A mentor provides deeper, personalised support by focusing on developing personal skills, setting goals, and offering emotional support. A three-level support system—homeroom teacher, mentor, and university admissions advisor—delivers ongoing guidance for academic and personal success. Mentoring creates a safe space for students to discuss challenges and to develop resilience. The school notes that more than 30 International School students are among the top 30 Cambridge learners in the world. | Social & emotional learning The school fosters social, emotional, and physical well-being for students and teachers. It creates safe spaces, including a student club and a teachers' lounge, to promote connectedness and the expression of emotions. A school psychologist and a school nurse provide confidential, on-site support, health care, and regular wellbeing activities. Homeroom teachers monitor student adjustment and, together with other staff, respond to concerns while promoting clear, respectful communication. The health curriculum covers physical and mental health topics, including mental health, and includes prevention and healthy relationships across both the national and IB curricula. Positive peer relationships are encouraged and staff run workshops to develop affective skills, teamwork, and resilience. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) — | Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Special Educational Needs policy that values individual interests, learning styles, and student needs. It protects students from unfair treatment and discrimination. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school uses English- and Serbian-mediated lessons. | English as an additional language — |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing Family Support Hub provides mental wellbeing support through counselling for students and parents. Counsellors and pedagogues assist with academic challenges, family and personal situations, peer relationships, and emotional development. The service aims to create a safe space to discuss concerns and to foster resilience and emotional stability. Mentoring contributes to emotional wellbeing as part of a holistic approach to student development. These resources support students' wellbeing alongside academic progress. | Mental wellbeing Mental health is addressed through the health curriculum and dedicated staff. The health curriculum covers mental health topics as part of health education across the national and IB curricula. The school provides a psychologist and a nurse to support mental health and offers group activities and workshops on emotional regulation and well-being. The school raises awareness of mental health through events and encourages students to discuss concerns with teachers and staff. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding Regulations prescribe measures, manner and procedures for the protection and safety of students during all school activities, ensuring students have protection from actions by others and during emergencies. The School has a Code of Conduct and Intervention Procedures for violence against students, and a professional Team for Protection against Discrimination, Violence, Abuse and Neglect to handle incidents. Incidents are reported and investigated with involvement of parents or guardians, and appropriate disciplinary actions are taken. The Regulations cover safety in the school building and during external activities, as well as health and safety protocols and reporting requirements. | Safeguarding Safeguarding aligns with Serbian law and IB standards. It maintains a rulebook to protect teachers and students from harm, discrimination, violence and neglect. A designated team (including the secretary, a school psychologist, the principal, and elected teachers) meets to discuss prevention and protection of vulnerable students. The Čuvam te portal provides anonymous bullying, neglect, discrimination and violence reporting to school principals, who regularly check for complaints. The school has a formal complaints procedure that protects all school actors and ensures fair treatment and inclusion for students with diverse needs. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview Modern education in every sense of the word. The school provides a modern environment with technology-enabled learning and English- and Serbian-mediated lessons. Cambridge qualifications are offered, enabling access to universities worldwide. In the classroom, Google Classroom, tablets and e-notebooks support learning, with an online platform for study and collaboration. Mentoring, tutoring and talent management are part of the teaching approach, and there is a rich array of extracurricular activities. | Facilities overview The school comprises the first private Primary School and High School in Serbia. Both schools are accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia. Primary School follows the Serbian national curriculum; since the 2015/16 school year, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) has been implemented for pupils aged 5 to 11, and since the 2016/17 school year, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) has been implemented in the upper grades. High School follows the Serbian curriculum and international IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school day includes an extended day programme and optimally sized classes (from 10 to 20 students). |
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Cambridge International accredits International School to offer a Distance Learning programme and curriculum using Cambridge's online learning platform and materials developed by experienced educators, with support from school counsellors and mentors for students and parents. The classroom integrates Google Classroom, tablets and e-notebooks to support learning with a digital platform for study. Cambridge qualifications enable access to universities worldwide. | Academic facilities Ruđer Bošković School operates as an international school offering education from preschool age to gymnasium and works according to IB PYP, IB MYP and DP programs. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities The school offers a rich array of extracurricular activities. An active school life includes excursions, field trips, theatre and cinema visits, and sports competitions. | Extra curricular facilities In addition to regular classes, students can take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities in sport, dance, the arts (design, choir, film, drama), foreign languages, linguistics, journalism, mathematics, physics, chemistry, history, environmental education and chess. Learning also takes place outside the classroom through school trips, student exchanges, language and sports camps. Throughout the year, the school organises visits to cultural and science institutions, with guest lectures by distinguished artists, writers, athletes and researchers. |
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History
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History The International School was established by the Founder's decision dated 30 April 2015. It is located at 45 Šumatovačka Street, Belgrade. The School was verified by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development No. 022-05-00036/2015-03 dated 14 March 2016. By the Ministry's decision No. 022-05-203/2018-07/1, as of 25 August 2020, primary education activities and the Cambridge Primary and Secondary 1 programme, for students aged 5 through 14, were verified in accordance with the National Curriculum and the Cambridge Primary and Secondary 1 programme. | History Ruđer Bošković School is a private international school in Belgrade comprising a Primary School and a Secondary School. Both schools are authorised by the Serbian Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development. The school has twenty years of operation. The High School follows the curriculum prescribed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development, and also offers IB programmes: the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme. The Primary School follows the National Curriculum of Serbia and also offers an international programme for primary and lower secondary students. |
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Community
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Community International School fosters a dynamic school life with clubs such as the IS Student Council and the ISMUN club. The Joy of Giving Fair is a student‑led humanitarian bazaar and science fair held on 26 December 2025, demonstrating student leadership and community engagement. Students presented stands across disciplines including physics, chemistry, biology, debate and U.S. history, with proceeds supporting charitable causes. The event highlighted life‑skills development such as initiative, teamwork, communication and critical thinking. | Community Students at Ruđer Bošković School participate in a wide range of language, cultural and academic activities. They regularly engage in World Language Day, and the school hosts or participates in events such as the annual Belgrade Book Fair, museum visits and cultural exhibitions. They take part in theatre, writing and art workshops, and other activities like orienteering and sports; they also host and attend the two-day regional conference International Days at Ruđer and collaborate with other Belgrade and regional schools on projects (round tables, sports competitions, COGNITIA LIBERA and more). The school also emphasizes environmental initiatives (Green Fair, Ruđer Fest) and humanitarian activities. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association The Student Council engages with the school community in cooperation with the Parent Council, and the Parent Council exists to support school life alongside the Student Council and school leadership. | Parent teacher association Ruđer Bošković School offers extensive collaboration with parents. This includes individual contact between parents and the class teacher, direct communication with subject teachers, parents' meetings and workshops, and representations of learning outcomes to parents through School visits, public classes and student performances. Parents are included in monitoring and developing students' skills, and are encouraged to contribute through professional talks (for example a doctor's lecture on healthy lifestyles). A Parents Council has a significant role in evaluating and developing the quality of school work, and operates according to its rules and regulations. |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school offers the US History and Culture Club, the Debate Club, and the Thinking Like a CEO Club to deepen analytical thinking, historical understanding, and strategic problem solving. Debate Club strengthens public speaking, analytical skills, and the ability to consider different viewpoints. Thinking Like a CEO Club uses case studies and strategy challenges to develop leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurial thinking. | Academic & intellectual The school follows the national curriculum and offers IB programmes (PYP, MYP, and DP). Students develop writing and reporting skills through prize-winning school journals and editing guidance; they collaborate with Belgrade and regional schools on projects and host events such as International Days. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Film Club, The Book Nook, and Music Club provide outlets for creativity and expression. Film Club develops media literacy and collaborative filmmaking through screenings and discussions. The Book Nook invites readers and writers to explore narratives and literary analysis, while Music Club welcomes singers and instrumentalists to perform and collaborate. | Arts & creative Some students are avid theatre-goers, and talents are developed through writing and art workshops, sequential art, and artistic photography. They attend the Belgrade Book Fair and visit museums and other exhibitions, and participate in cultural orienteering. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language ISMUN Club promotes international-mindedness through United Nations simulations, diplomacy practice, and discussions of global issues. The US History and Culture Club explores American history and culture, helping students understand diverse perspectives and cultural contexts. Participants engage in simulations and discussions to broaden global awareness. | Cultural & language Students participate in exchange programs and host guest students from Russia, Italy, Greece, and other countries. World Language Day is celebrated; students speak at least two foreign languages and hold internationally recognized language certificates. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies Empowered Voices is a club for confident public speaking and sharing ideas. Film Club and The Book Nook offer social and collaborative activities around film discussion and literary exploration, encouraging teamwork and creative expression. Students have opportunities to share projects, organize events, and connect with peers through these clubs. | Social & hobbies They are active in sports and participate in many activities, including orienteering in the Košutnjak forest. They enjoy excursions to meet peers and learn about different cultures. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Eco-School Club is a student-led initiative focused on environmental awareness and sustainable action. Members participate in projects that connect classroom learning with real-world environmental impact, fostering recycling, sustainability, and community involvement. The club encourages collaboration across year groups and a sense of social responsibility. | Community & service They participate in humanitarian activities to help those in need and work to preserve the environment, presenting ideas at events like the Green Fair and Ruđer Fest. They contribute to the community through collaborative projects with other schools in Belgrade and the region. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional Thinking Like a CEO Club provides case studies and challenges to develop leadership, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial skills. ISMUN Club offers United Nations simulations and diplomacy practice, building teamwork and global leadership capacities. These clubs provide opportunities to organize events, lead discussions, and present ideas to peers. | Leadership & professional The school hosts and participates in the International Days conference at Ruđer. Students participate in exchange programs and host guest students, developing leadership and collaboration skills. They learn principled reporting from editors and take part in NAVAK driving academy programs. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Mindfulness is practiced to support mental and emotional well-being, helping students focus, manage stress, and apply mindful strategies to study and daily life. It promotes techniques that improve concentration, resilience, and overall well-being. Participation is encouraged as part of a balanced school life. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Some students are professional athletes and the school emphasizes active participation in sports. Students also enjoy excursions and participate in orienteering competitions in the Košutnjak forest. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Languages taught include English, Serbian and German. English is used as the language of instruction in many lessons, with Serbian-mediated lessons also available. There is a German language program led by a German language teacher. Cambridge qualifications are offered as part of the curriculum. | Language provision Serbian is the host language and the mother tongue for most students, while English is the global lingua franca used to promote international-mindedness. The PYP uses English and Serbian as languages of instruction, with a third language (German, French or Spanish) offered from Grade 2. In the MYP, language instruction occurs in Serbian and English across Language and Literature and Language Acquisition, with additional language options including Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, French, and Serbian, and mother-tongue support arrangements. In the DP, Serbian A and English A are offered, along with English B, French B, Italian B, Spanish B, and German B, with ab initio options; mother-tongue support is available for non-Serbian/English speakers at additional cost. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Serbian, with English- and Serbian-mediated lessons. Cambridge qualifications are offered. Mentoring, tutoring and talent management are part of the teaching approach. Cambridge International has accredited International School to conduct a Distance Learning programme and curriculum using its state-of-the-art online learning platform. | Bilingual teaching The school uses a bilingual immersion education model across the IB programmes. In the Primary Years Programme, all teaching and learning are conducted in English and Serbian. In the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, instruction and assessments are predominantly in English, with Serbian also used to support language development. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs In the PYP, languages of instruction are English and Serbian; a third language (German, French or Spanish) is offered from Grade 2 with two 45-minute classes per week. In the MYP, language instruction occurs in both Serbian and English across Language and Literature and Language Acquisition, with multiple languages available for study (including Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, French and Serbian). In the DP, instruction and assessments are predominantly in English, with Serbian and other language options incorporated as appropriate. |
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Accreditations — | Accreditations Ministry of Education, Republic of Serbia – accreditation decisions: 022-05-41/2005-03 (20 April 2005) 610-00-0134/2007-07 (26 March 2007) 022-05-065/2003-03 (12 March 2003) |
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Admissions
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Admissions Phase one: There are two phases for admission. Phase one includes filling in the registration, a meeting of parents/guardians and a team of experts, psychological testing and an interview with the school psychologist to assess the student's psychological and physical abilities and talents, getting the student and parents familiar with International School's academic, social and ethical code of conduct, and adjusting the terms of schooling with parents/guardians and mutual expectations. If the potential student passes the test and the interview with the psychologist, and agreement is reached regarding terms of education, Phase two commences. Phase two: Completed application for admission; Signed Agreement between International School and the student and the parents/guardians; Delivering the necessary documentation: birth certificate / passport; medical certificate of intellectual and physical ability to attend school; confirmation of settlement of the first instalment, semi-annual tuition or full tuition. For enrolment into the requested primary school grade: certificate of completion of Year 5 of primary school if the child attended the National Programme, or a report on achievement for Year 6 if the child attended the Cambridge Programme (preferably a Statement of Results for Cambridge Primary), or a report on achievement for Year 5 if the child attended the K12 system. For enrolment into the requested secondary school grade: certificate of completion of the final year of primary school, or a report on achievement for the most recently completed year if the child attended the Cambridge Programme or another international programme; and confirmation from a nursery or preschool institution, if the child attended one, for enrolment into Year 1. | Admissions Admissions procedure: The enrolment procedure consists of the following steps: Schedule a meeting. Discover our programmes. Submit transcripts from previous schools/ an official school record from the former school. Experience a day at our school. The prospective student needs to do an English language placement test. You will be informed about the outcome of your application. Enrolment documents: Grade 1: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Grade 2: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Other grades: birth certificate, student's grade book, transcripts/official school records from the previous school. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships Incentives for the best: Notable achievements in science, sports or art? The school offers four incentives for the best students that cover from 10% up to 100% of the tuition fees for the following school year. Applications must be submitted by 30 June. The competition for the following school year takes place each May/June. To enter, submit the documentation listed in the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction, published on the school website. The school selects candidates in accordance with the Regulations Regarding the Manner and Procedure for Applying and Exercising the Students' Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction and the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction. The amount of the reduction is set by the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction. International School is not obliged to provide an explanation to those who are not selected. The four incentives are GENIUS MUNDI (for talented students with excellent results in national and international competitions), SPORTACUS (for notable athletes in sports), SM-ART (for gifted young artists), and A-CE (for hard-working students finishing primary school with straight A's). Necessary steps: 1) Fill in an incentive for the best application form; 2) The enrolment coordinator will contact you to discuss the details; 3) Two weeks after the submission deadline you will receive the results. | Scholarships — |
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