Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea vs Maria International School

	L Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea Bucharest, Romania	M Maria International School Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 5,800 - 13,500	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 British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language Romanian, English	Instruction language English, Romanian
Opened	Opened 2001	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Bucharest, Romania, at Str. Văliug, nr. 12-18. The campus is in central Bucharest and accessible by local transport. A door-to-door bus service operates for students traveling from Bucharest and nearby areas. The school day runs on weekdays from 08:30 to 16:30.	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 Nursery, Primary, Lower Secondary, High School, and International High School.	Stages Early Years and Primary.
School type	School type Day school	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 United Kingdom (Cambridge International; British School Overseas accreditation)	Country affiliation British/UK (British National Curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School hours on weekdays are 08:30–16:30.	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.
Bus service details	Bus service details Door-to-door bus service with a fleet of 10 Ford Transit 8+1 buses (years of manufacture 2015–2019) serving Bucharest and nearby areas including Pipera, Corbeanca, Otopeni, Mogoşoaia and Chitila. The service is operated by a dedicated team with school supervisors, and parents are kept informed about any events.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fees - Registration (one‑time) for the International High School: 1,000 EUR, paid prior to signing the contract. - Enrolment deposit / place reservation for the International High School: 2,000 EUR; this deposit is deducted from the annual tuition once admission is completed. - Enrolment evaluation fee (Elementary & Middle School): 400 EUR (one‑time). - Early childhood registration: an educational resources fund is charged at 300 EUR per year and is paid on registration. Tuition fees by school level (per academic year and per year group) - Early Childhood (age and programme): - Age 2–3 years: Programme 8:30–12:00 — 5,800 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–13:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 7,100 EUR/year. - Age 3–4 years: Programme 8:30–13:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 6,900 EUR/year. - Age 4–6 years: Programme 8:30–14:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 6,900 EUR/year. - Elementary & Middle School (per academic year): - Standard tuition listed at 9,000 EUR per academic year for the applicable level; Primary level noted at 9,100 EUR per academic year for primary. - High School (national curriculum): - Standard high‑school tuition: 9,000 EUR per academic year (payment normally in 10 monthly instalments). - International High School — Tuition Fees 2026–2027 (per academic year): - Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): 13,000 EUR per year; Resource fund: 600 EUR. - Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13): 13,500 EUR per year; Resource fund: 500 EUR. Billing schedule and payment terms - Early childhood tuition: payment terms are monthly according to the published fee schedule; the preschool fee schedule for 2025–2026 shows a 10‑tranșe (instalment) calendar with a 300 EUR advance at enrolment and subsequent tranșe due between mid‑August and mid‑May (specific tranșe amounts and exact 15th–20th payment windows are provided in the annual fee schedule). - Elementary, Middle and High School tuition: billed for the academic year with payment commonly accepted in 10 monthly instalments; catering (food service) fees are often charged in 10 equal monthly instalments starting in September. - Food service (where applicable) is charged per academic year and may be billed separately from tuition; for example standard catering for school levels is stated as 2,000 EUR + VAT per academic year and paid in 10 equal monthly instalments. - Payment currency and invoicing: instalment amounts are issued in the local currency (RON) and are to be settled at the bank exchange rate applied on the invoice day (ING Bank rate is indicated as the exchange reference). Advance sums paid in advance are subject to the school's stated non‑refund rule in specified circumstances. Boarding fees - No boarding provision applies; there are no boarding fees listed for Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea (boarding is not part of the published fee schedule). Other costs and compulsory additional fees - Fund fee for educational resources and programmes (covers textbooks, auxiliaries and partner programmes): typically 800 EUR/year for Elementary/Middle and High School levels (payable on enrolment); other levels (early years) show a 300 EUR/year fund. - Administrative / management fees: a management/administrative fee of 1,000 EUR per academic year is shown for school levels; a management fund single tax of 820 EUR is also listed for nursery. - Food service / catering fees (examples): - Nursery 8:30–12:00 catering: 650 EUR/year + VAT; 8:30–13:00 or 14:00: 1,100 EUR/year + VAT; 8:30–18:00: 1,400 EUR/year + VAT. Holiday‑programme catering has daily/weekly/monthly rates listed separately. - Uniform: the school requires a compulsory uniform and uniform items are sold through the school's uniform shop; example retail price for a tracksuit set shown on the school shop is 280.00 RON. The cost of compulsory uniform items is separate from tuition and is not included in the tuition amounts. - Transport, trips, camps and Cambridge / external examination fees are charged separately and are not included in the stated tuition figures. Examination fees for Cambridge assessments and other external tests are paid in addition to tuition. Refund and guarantee conditions - Refundable guarantee: a refundable guarantee of 500 EUR is collected in August for certain levels; outstanding debts for books, optional activities and similar items may be deducted from this guarantee; the remaining amount is returned to parents when the contractual relationship ends. - Advance payment and deposit refund policy: sums paid in advance (including advance instalments) are stated as non‑refundable if the educational contract ends for reasons not attributable to the school. The enrolment deposit for the International High School is, however, fully deducted from the annual tuition after admission is completed. Fee payment options - Payment by bank transfer / invoiced payment in local currency (RON) is the standard arrangement; invoices reference the ING Bank exchange rate for EUR→RON conversion on the invoice date. - Instalment billing is available (commonly 10 monthly instalments for school years and catering); specific instalment amounts and due‑date windows are provided in the annual fee schedule distributed at enrolment. (End of fees overview)	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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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	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 —	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 ARACIP national accreditation (certificate no. 3954). Cambridge International Accreditation (CAIE) and British School Overseas (BSO) accreditation. Since May 23, 2025, the school is registered to provide activities under a UK educational system, with diplomas and study periods recognized under UK conditions; the Cambridge pathway includes Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS & A Level.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers a mixed National and Cambridge international curriculum. It awards the National Bacalaureat Diploma, an ECDL certificate, Cambridge IGCSE certificates (up to three, completed by the end of year 10), IELTS (in year 11) and 1–3 Cambridge A Levels (years 11–12). The National track (years 11–12) provides the National Bacalaureat Diploma, ECDL and IELTS (year 11). The school is a Cambridge International School (CAIE) authorized to run CAIE exams and offer IGCSE, AS and A Level programmes, and is accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO). In September 2026, new high school programmes in Acting and Singing (Pop and Jazz) will be available.	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 —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Cambridge CAIE accreditation enables entry to universities worldwide, and British School Overseas accreditation aligns with UK standards for higher education pathways. Graduates may pursue higher education via the National Bacalaureat route or Cambridge qualifications (IGCSE, AS, A Levels).	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Extracurricular enrichment includes Math Club, Science Club, Doodle Town, Jolly Phonics, Conversation, and clubs such as Math Club and Science Club; language competitions and exam prep such as Spelling Bee, Junior Public Speaking, WordFest, Cambridge YLE, and Trinity; advanced language and Cambridge exam preparation (IGCSE, IELTS, AS) and inter-disciplinary themes (e.g., strategies for taking FCE/IGCSE/IELTS/AS).	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	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) —	Special educational needs (SEN) MISB provides educational provisions to all and recognises a wide range of abilities, aptitudes, interests and backgrounds. As MISB offers a British-style education, policies and practices for managing students with educational needs broadly follow the National Curriculum for England and the UK's SEN Code of Practice as far as is appropriate. The aims include offering a broad, balanced and relevant education accessible to all, ensuring teaching materials meet individual needs, building confidence and self-esteem, and enabling students to meet personalised high expectations and transitions. Identification and provision are coordinated through the SEN register and the use of IEPs, with collaboration among teachers, the student's homeroom teacher, learning support staff, parents and professionals such as the school psychologist. Provision is inclusive and coordinated; additional staff may support students in small groups or individually, and identification of SEN can occur at enrolment or during the academic year through ongoing monitoring and collaboration with parents and external professionals.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers an English language program with cross-curricular structure, supported by Romanian and English teachers. Preschools have 8 hours of English per week, preparatory classes have 8 hours per week, Grades III–IV have 9 hours per week, Grades V–VI have 10 hours per week, Grades VII–VIII have 7–8 hours per week, and Grades IX–XII have 4–5 hours per week. The program prepares students for Cambridge international exams (YLE, KET, PET, FCE) through optional courses such as Math Club, Primary Science, and exam-focused strategies. Teaching and communication in the preschool level are conducted exclusively in English.	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 —	Mental wellbeing MISB fosters a caring environment where adults and children are valued, and aims to inspire resilience, respect, compassion and integrity. PSHE and Citizenship embeds well-being across the curriculum, with opportunities to reflect, discuss and support areas with students. Relationships taught as part of PSHE help students develop social and emotional skills, confidence and collaboration. The safeguarding framework and staff training reinforce students' mental wellbeing and safety, and sensitive issues are reported to the Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead as needed. A School Counselor is on staff to support students' emotional and cognitive development.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding MISB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, providing a safe environment where children, staff and visitors feel welcomed, respected and valued. The school has a designated safeguarding lead, a deputy designated safeguarding lead, and a safeguarding governor, with the Headteacher also involved in safeguarding oversight. All MISB staff share responsibility to identify concerns and to report them promptly, following early help and referral processes and maintaining clear, dated, confidential records. The safeguarding policy includes procedures for notifying parents and appropriate authorities, confidentiality, and guidance on reporting concerns to safeguarding agencies, as well as a Code of Ethical Practice and a Whistleblowing process. The policy references related policies such as Equal Opportunities, Positive Behaviour, Anti-Bullying and Complaints, and is designed to be read with MISB Handbooks and Staff Codes of Conduct. The school provides safeguarding contacts and trained personnel to respond to concerns and incidents.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Educational Spaces: Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea prioritizes access to modern and high-performance educational solutions. All classrooms, laboratories, the gym, and the psycho-pedagogical assistance office are fully equipped with interactive teaching systems, including interactive whiteboards, video cameras, and fixed and portable audio systems. The campus includes versatile rooms for extracurricular activities, spacious sports spaces, libraries with reading areas, outdoor playgrounds, recreational spaces designed for each age level, and a 300-seat hall for festivities. Sanitary measures, IT solutions, and equipment support enable courses to be delivered in hybrid and online formats.	Facilities overview The school is located at Strada Pia13 Amzei Nr.6, Sector 1, Bucharest, in a beautifully preserved villa on Amzei Square. MISB is a British international school located in the heart of downtown Bucharest. The classrooms are large and bright, and MISB provides Chromebook laptops for IT classes. There are two library areas (KS1 and KS2) with books available to check out. The Summer Camp offers meals served in the cafeteria by an in-house chef, and includes swimming in an outdoor pool.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has two gyms with locker rooms. There are two sports halls. The campus includes spacious sports spaces for a broad range of physical activities. Outdoor playgrounds provide additional recreation and fitness options.	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 The school has 37 classrooms. There are 3 physics laboratories, 3 chemistry laboratories, 3 biology laboratories, and 2 computer laboratories. Two Cambridge exam rooms are available on site. There are two counseling offices and two medical offices. The building includes an art room, a 3D printer room, and a school band room, plus two libraries.	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 Versatile rooms for extracurricular activities support the recreational program, libraries with reading areas, outdoor playgrounds, and age-appropriate recreational spaces. A 300-seat hall hosts festivities. The campus includes an art room, a 3D printer room, and a school band room to support student clubs and performances. An optional courses room supports activities such as karate, ballet, and personal development.	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 Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea opened its doors in 1999 with the belief that every child is unique and that success looks different for each student. From the outset, the school aimed to create a place where children discover their individuality, learn to express it through a balanced personality, and develop as confident, well-rounded individuals in culturally diverse environments. Timeline: 1999 MEA Kindergarten; 2003 Primary School; 2007 Gymnasium; 2013 High School with a Real profile in Natural Sciences; 2018 Cambridge International School; 2019 Real profile with intensive English. In 2024 a Humanistic profile in Social Sciences with intensive English and LTSM International was added, and in March 2025 LTSM International was accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO).	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 LTSM community is engaged through school projects and events organized by the PTA and other initiatives. The PTA is an organization of teachers and volunteer parents who participate actively in events and activities. PTA projects include Back to School Picnic; Christmas Fair; Talent Show; Drama Week; Creative workshops; Parties; Fairs; and Trips.	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 PTA is an LTSM organization comprising teachers and volunteer parents who actively participate in events and activities. PTA targets include enabling parental participation in LTSM activities, improving communication between parents and with the school, building community through fundraising and charity events, giving parents autonomy in organizing events, and developing programs for social education, healthy lifestyle and effective learning. PTA projects include Back to School Picnic, Christmas Fair, Talent Show, Drama Week, Creative workshops, Parties, Fairs, and Trips.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Extracurricular activities extend the national curriculum across levels. Preschool features off-site experiences at the Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum and the Botanical Garden; Enjoy Art at the National Art Museum; Travel and Mobility experiences around airports and stations; Job Shadow Days in entrepreneurial settings; Let's Have a Picnic in nature; and specialist-led music education. Primary and lower secondary add seven monthly cross-disciplinary programs conducted in museums, Bricks 4 Kidz, Globe Culture assemblies, and My Parent, My Hero, plus British-curriculum themes in ICT and Drama, Stretch & Grow, and weekly thematic clubs and weeks such as English Week and Science Week. High School offers science courses in partnership with the University of Bucharest and hosts weekly and thematic activities including Drama Week, English Week, and Drama Week, with Friday clubs like Drama, Sports, and Debate/Public Speaking.	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 and creative activities are integrated across levels. Preschool features Enjoy Art at the National Art Museum and specialist-led music education. Primary offers theatre, trivia, cooking, and School Band, and arts-related clubs such as Imagination & Construction Club and Fashion and Design Crafts; Friday thematic clubs include drama and choir/canto. Lower secondary includes dance, filmmaking, and choir; high school provides Drama Club, School Band, Filmmaking, and Choir (Cor and Canto), plus fashion and design crafts.	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 Multicultural education is promoted through Globe Culture assemblies. The school prepares students for English-language competitions and examinations, including Spelling Bee, Junior Public Speaking, and WordFest, and English-language exams such as Cambridge KET, PET, FCE, and Trinity. Weekly thematic weeks include English Week and Drama Week. English and broader cultural learning are integrated across levels.	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 After-school clubs include Language Club, Math Club, Science Club, and Story Club. On Fridays, clubs include Drama, Sports, and Debate/Public Speaking. The program offers a wide range of hobby and interest-based activities across levels.	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 —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional My Parent, My Hero is an entrepreneurial education program with parental involvement. The Future Job Experiences program offers ninth-grade students six study modules led by specialists in Media, Medicine, 3D Printing, Debate, Mechanical Engineering, and Game Development.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Outdoor learning and physical activity are emphasized across levels. Preschool includes Let's Have a Picnic and off-site visits; primary and lower secondary feature clubs and sports such as table tennis, football, and athletics; and high school offers Drama and Sports clubs on Fridays.	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 German, French and Spanish are offered as second languages. The German and French language programs prepare students for Delf (A1/A2/B1/B2) and Goethe (B1/B2) international exams. Weekly language hours are: 1 hour for preschool (German); 2 hours for primary (German/French/Spanish); 3 hours for fifth grade; 2 hours for grades VI–VIII; and 2 hours for high school.	Language provision English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB. Romanian language classes are offered for all levels, and German language classes are offered for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and students are encouraged to speak English, with English required from Reception onwards.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers a cross-curricular English program with adaptations to the British curriculum. The program is delivered by Romanian and English teachers. It runs across levels from preschool through XII with English hours per week varying by level, and Cambridge International exam preparation is available through optional courses.	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction. Romanian is taught for all levels, and German is taught for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and all students are encouraged to speak English from Reception onwards.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations ARACIP, AoBSO, Cambridge Assessment, ECDL, UNESCO, FIS and other partnerships are shown as part of the school's accreditation/partnerships on the site.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Transfers during the school year are possible after completing enrolment stages, based on a request form from the LTSM secretariat, with approval by the current school. LTSM provides a wide range of learning support; after collecting the necessary information, LTSM decides if the appropriate program can be provided; places are limited. The admission process has two essential steps: schedule a visit to LTSM by filling the Visit us form or by contacting the secretariat; and undertake the evaluation test as part of the final selection. LTSM offers two curricula: Mixed National and Cambridge and International Exclusive British. National High School Real/Humanities Profile follows the national curriculum with a Real (Natural Sciences) or Humanities (Social Sciences) profile, complemented by Cambridge Mathematics and a range of electives. LTSM International British Pathway follows Cambridge pathways: IGCSE in years 10–11 with eight Cambridge IGCSE exams; compulsory English, Mathematics, Sciences and Modern Foreign Languages; Advanced Level AS/A2 in years 12–13 prepares for top universities. The teaching staff are dedicated specialists; 11.2% are native English-speaking; 76.92% have more than four years of experience; 4.61% hold PhDs; 21.53% hold a first degree; 16.58% hold a second degree; 29.23% have Qualified status.	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 awarded include Merit Scholarships, Social Assistance Grants and Loyalty Scholarships. Application Process and Calendar: External candidates can apply if they demonstrate outstanding academic results, active involvement and exemplary behavior; eligibility is defined in the Scholarship Regulations. To apply, meet eligibility, write an English application letter of up to 700 words on the topic Describe your personal goals and the obstacles or difficulties that must be overcome to achieve them, and complete the online Application Form for 2026–2027. 2026–2027 Scholarship Program Calendar: 23 February – 1 March 2026 Information dissemination; 2 March – 1 April 2026 Registration at the High School Secretariat; 3 April 2026 Posting of accepted application files on the school website; 20 – 24 April 2026 Interview scheduling for Merit Scholarship applicants; 22 April 2026 Written examination for Performance Scholarship candidates; 30 April 2026 Release of written test results; 8 May 2026 Final results announcement. Categories of Scholarship Awards: High Performance Scholarships (Grades IX–XII) with selection criteria including national test results or Cambridge/ CAT4 measures and Olympiad prizes; Study Scholarships represent 50% of the tuition for eligible students with low family income (monthly per-family member not more than 3000 lei), a GPA above 9.50 and a behavior grade of 10, plus a municipal prize in national Olympiads; Social Aid Scholarships represent 70% of annual tuition for students who have lost one or both parents or have illnesses requiring expensive treatment.	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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