King George British International School vs Maria International School

	K King George British International School Bucharest, Romania	M Maria International School Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 6,000 - 9,600	Fees / year RON 6,200 - 11,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Romanian
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location King George has two campuses in Bucharest. One is Intrarea Capelei 9B in Bucharest Sector 6. The other is King George International School – Prelungirea Ghencea, Bucharest.	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 EYFS → Primary → Secondary & IGCSE → A-Levels.	Stages Early Years and Primary.
School type	School type —	School type British international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support MISB is an inclusive school.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Romania.	Country affiliation British/UK (British National Curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure A typical day features interactive and dynamic lessons with collaboration and technology. Breaks are active and designed for relaxation and socialization. Meals are nutritious, and cultural events celebrate diversity.	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 / Registration fees - One-time Registration Fee: EUR 100. This fee is charged once at enrolment and is non-refundable. Tuition fees by school stage (annual amounts) - EYFS / Preschool (Ages 3–5): EUR 6,000 per year. - Primary / Elementary (Ages 5–11): EUR 9,150 per year. - Lower Secondary / Middle School (Ages 11–14): EUR 9,200 per year. - Upper Secondary / IGCSE & A-Level (Ages 14–18): EUR 9,600 per year. Supplies and other recurring compulsory charges - Annual School Supplies Fee: EUR 150 per pupil (applies in the published stages). - Personal workbooks, specialised materials, uniforms and optional extracurricular activities or trips are charged separately. Meals and what tuition covers - The published tuition figures include four daily meals (breakfast, morning snack, hot lunch, afternoon snack) and standard classroom learning materials and specialist sessions as described for each stage. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid annually or in scheduled instalments; the school's published information indicates instalment options but does not provide a public breakdown of instalment dates or the number of instalments. Parents are billed under the school's enrolment/tuition invoicing procedures. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published in the school's fee information. The school is presented as a day school in the published material. Uniform costs and supply - Uniforms are required and may be purchased from the school's uniform store; specific uniform price lists are not published in the general fee summary. Refund information - The one-time Registration Fee (EUR 100) is stated as non-refundable. No other refund terms (for deposits, tuition refunds, or conditions for refund) are publicly detailed in the published fee summary. Fee payment options - The public fee information lists billing and instalment options but does not publish specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, accepted card payments, or online payment portals). Actual accepted payment methods are handled through the school's finance/admissions office. Other costs and potential additional charges - Additional costs that may be charged separately: specialised subject materials, examination charges, optional clubs, off-site educational trips, uniforms, and any externally arranged certifications or exams. These items are listed as charged separately from the published tuition. Summary of what is not published in the public fee information - Per-term fee amounts and a full per-year-group (individual Year 1, Year 2, etc.) itemisation are not published in the school's general fee summary; only stage-level annual tuition figures are provided. Exact billing dates, the number and timing of instalments, specific payment methods accepted, detailed uniform price lists, and a wider refund policy beyond the non-refundable registration fee are not publicly detailed in the published materials. For clarity on instalment schedules, formal payment terms, or itemised per-year-group amounts you should consult the school's admissions/finance office directly.	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 The school uniform is worn during school hours. Exceptions are allowed with school approval for medical or religious reasons. Uniforms can be purchased directly from the school's store.	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 cafeteria provides healthy and balanced meals. A variety of nutritious options is available.	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 —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Full British curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage to A-Levels. EYFS (ages 3–5); Primary (Key Stages 1–2; ages 5–11); Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3; ages 11–14); Upper Secondary (Key Stage 4; ages 14–16; IGCSE); Advanced Levels (A-Levels; ages 16–18).	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 100% A-Level pass rate. Top-tier IGCSE results with many A* and A grades. University admissions include Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, NYU, and Leiden. Awards in Olympiads, international competitions, and Model UN.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates gain admission to world-leading universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, NYU, and Leiden.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented STEM, languages, arts, and sports enrichment. Students participate in Olympiads, international competitions, and Model UN.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Emotional Education) fosters empathy, identity, and social awareness.	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) Learning support programmes tailored to each child's pace and needs.	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 —	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 Student wellbeing, counselling, and on-site medical supervision.	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 Child Protection and Safety Policy; staff are trained to recognize and report risk; students are encouraged to communicate openly with teachers or school counselors.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located in Bucharest, Sector 6, Intrarea Capelei 9B.	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 —	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 —	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 Clubs; Trips; Duke of Edinburgh International Award; Social Stream.	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 —	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 The school has an international community with students from over 20 countries and offers opportunities for academic exchanges and international collaborations. It provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, including STEM clubs, robotics, arts, music, theatre, and sports such as football, tennis, basketball, and swimming, and participates in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award. The campus features state-of-the-art science and IT labs, a digital library, and access to premium educational resources. Families are invited to join the King George community.	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 —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Clubs extend learning beyond the classroom with a focus on academics. STEM & Robotics offers robotics design and programming, coding in Scratch, Python, and Arduino, plus STEM challenges and real-world problem-solving projects. Reading & Creative Writing supports young authors with book circles, writing prompts, and opportunities to publish student work. Debate & Public Speaking develops confident communicators through prepared speeches and mock competitions.	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 Arts & Theater is for students with a passion for performance, visual creativity, or stagecraft. It blends artistic expression with collaboration and imagination. Members explore theatre production and acting techniques, stage design and costume creation, and drawing, painting, and sculpture workshops. There are school-wide performances and exhibitions.	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 —	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 Social life is enriched through a variety of after-school clubs and activities. Sports & Athletics offers football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, and swimming with fitness conditioning, friendly matches, and inter-school tournaments. Most clubs meet weekly after school, and students may join multiple clubs across year groups. Debate & Public Speaking and Reading & Creative Writing clubs provide opportunities for collaboration, competition, and creative engagement.	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 King George offers the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, a prestigious global leadership program that encourages personal development, resilience, and leadership. The award includes volunteering, physical challenges, and skills training. Participants gain a globally recognized certification valuable for university admissions.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional King George offers the Duke of Edinburgh International Award, a prestigious global leadership program. It encourages personal development, resilience, and leadership through volunteering, physical challenges, and skills training. The award provides a globally recognized certification valuable for university admissions. The program supports students in developing problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports, fitness, and well-being are supported through Sports & Athletics with football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, and swimming. Students train and compete in PE events, friendly matches, and inter-school tournaments. Participation builds teamwork, discipline, and physical health.	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 —	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 —	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.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Online Application: Applicants fill out the online admission form and submit the required documents. The application process is accessible year-round. Applications are accepted subject to availability. After submission, the process moves to the next stage. 2. Interview & Testing: Students take part in an academic evaluation and a personal interview. The evaluation assesses academic abilities and readiness for the curriculum. The personal interview provides insight into the student and family. Results determine whether the student advances to the final admission decision. 3. Final Decision: The final decision is communicated as an official admission confirmation. This confirms the student's place at King George British International School. The admission decision follows the completion of the interview and testing. 4. Enrollment Completion: Enrollment is completed by paying the required fees and signing the school contract. This secures the student's place at the school. The process concludes with enrollment completion.	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.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
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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