Maria International School vs Verita International School

	M Maria International School Bucharest, Romania	V Verita International School Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 6,200 - 11,500	Fees / year RON 8,500 - 14,900
Age range	Age range 2 - 11 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,500
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 19
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Romanian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2013	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location Aviatiei City Campus, Soldat Gheorghe Pripu Street 22A, 1st district, Bucharest. Tunari Amber Campus, 1 Decembrie Street nr. 119, Tunari. Verita operates across two campuses in Bucharest and in Tunari, as a unified school community.
Stages	Stages Early Years and Primary.	Stages Early Years (ages 2.8–5); Primary School (Year 1–Year 6, ages 5–11); Secondary School (Year 7–Year 13, ages 12+); IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme offered.
School type	School type British international school.	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support MISB is an inclusive school.	Additional learning support Low student–teacher ratio (1:10) with tailor-made differentiated support; SEE Learning supports social, emotional and ethical development.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British/UK (British National Curriculum).	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	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.	School day structure Early Years Short Program: 9:00–12:30; Early Years Full Program and Primary/Secondary: 9:00–15:45; overall school day generally 9:00–15:45.
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Registration and Reservation Fees - Registration fee: EUR 500. (Non-refundable; first time only). - Reservation fee (per year): Early Years EUR 500 / Reception EUR 500 / Primary EUR 1,000. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1). Materials Fee - Materials fee (per year): Early Years EUR 200 / Reception EUR 300 / Primary EUR 500. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1). Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from the tuition fee. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and programme times) - Early Years (2–3 years): Short Programme EUR 5,500 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 6,500 / year (08:00–17:00). Monthly payment option is available for Early Years. - Reception (4 years): Short Programme EUR 6,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 7,000 / year (08:00–17:00). - Primary (Years 1–6): Short Programme EUR 9,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 10,000 / year (08:00–17:00). Per-payment installment examples (simple divisions based on available billing options — inferred) - Quarterly (three installments): divide the annual fee by 3. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 1,833.33 per installment; Early Years Long EUR 6,500 → EUR 2,166.67; Reception Short EUR 6,000 → EUR 2,000; Reception Long EUR 7,000 → EUR 2,333.33; Primary Short EUR 9,000 → EUR 3,000; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 3,333.33. These are straightforward arithmetic divisions of the annual fee and illustrate the per-installment level when choosing quarterly billing. - Bi-annual (two installments): divide the annual fee by 2. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 2,750; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 5,000 (illustrative). - Annual: full tuition paid in one payment equals the annual amounts shown above. Meals - Short Programme meal plan: EUR 900 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch). - Long Programme meal plan: EUR 1,000 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch and one afternoon snack). Meals are prepared on-site by the school chef; purchasing school lunch is optional. Additional costs and fees - Extra-curricular / after-school clubs: EUR 50–150 (varies by club/activity). - Field trip fees: EUR 50–150 (varies by destination). - Uniform fees: Not included in the tuition or educational resources fees; specific uniform costs are handled separately by the school office. Billing schedule, discounts and payment terms - Quarterly tuition: 0% discount per year. Quarterly payments must be paid by 1 September, 1 December and 1 March (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Bi-annual tuition: 1% discount per year. Bi-annual payments must be paid by 1 September and 1 February (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Annual tuition: 3% discount per year. Annual payment must be paid by 1 September (date shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle). - Sibling discounts: Second child 3% discount per year; Third child 5% discount per year (with a cap that sibling discount for the third child cannot exceed 8% in cases of advance payment). - Ukrainian support: Ukrainian citizens are eligible for an additional 10% discount on month-to-month fees. - To secure a place, payment of registration fee, reservation fee and materials fee is required by April 1; if not paid by that deadline the child will be added to the waiting list. Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from tuition. Refund information - Registration fee: explicitly stated as non-refundable. - Reservation fee and materials fee: stated as non-deductible and not offset against tuition; these fees are not deducted from the tuition charge. Fee payment options - Accepted methods: cash or bank transfer.	Fee details Application & Enrolment Fees - Application fee (mandatory, non‑refundable, paid at the time of application): - EY, Year 1 & Year 2: EUR 79. - Year 3 & Year 4: EUR 99. - Year 5 through Year 10: EUR 119. - Year 11 through Year 13: EUR 79. - Registration fee (one‑time, mandatory once the school confirms admission; non‑refundable if the schooling contract is later cancelled): - City (Aviatiei) Campus: EUR 1,950. - Amber (Tunari) Campus: EUR 1,500. - Re‑enrolment deposit for returning students: EUR 1,500 (non‑refundable; deducted from the next school year's tuition). Tuition fees (annual; shown by school division) - Early Years — Short Programme (ages 2.8–5; schedule 09:00–12:30): EUR 7,990 per year. - Early Years — Full Programme (ages 2.8–5; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 8,500 per year. - Primary (Year 1–Year 6; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 14,400 per year. - Secondary (Year 7–Year 13; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 14,900 per year. - Additional programme fees applied to Secondary tuition: - Students in Year 10 & Year 11 enrolled in the IGCSE (Edexcel) programme: additional EUR 1,000 per year. - Students in Year 12 & Year 13 enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme: additional EUR 1,950 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Instalment options and timing: - One instalment: full annual tuition due on Aug 15. - Two instalments: payments due on Aug 15 and Feb 28. - Four instalments: payments due on Aug 15, Oct 31, Jan 31 and Apr 30. - Nine instalments: monthly payments on Aug 15, Sep 30, Oct 31, Nov 30, Dec 31, Jan 31, Feb 28, Mar 31 and Apr 30. - The school publishes the specific instalment calendar and applies these due dates as the standard payment schedule. - Instalment surcharges and conditions: - A 2% surcharge applies if parents choose a 4‑instalment plan. - A 5% surcharge applies if parents choose a 9‑instalment plan. - The instalment plan cannot be changed after 31 July. - Tuition may be paid in 1 or 2 instalments without surcharge. - Sibling discount: a 5% discount applies starting with the second enrolled sibling; the discount is applied to the younger sibling(s). - Late payment: students whose tuition has not been paid in a timely manner may be suspended from attending school until accounts are settled. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; Verita operates as a day school and no boarding fees apply. Other costs and optional services - Meals (annual; two menu standards available: Regular or 100% Certified Organic/BIO): - Early Years – Short Programme: Regular EUR 1,390 / year; BIO EUR 1,550 / year. - Early Years – Long Programme: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Primary School – Lunch only: Regular EUR 1,340 / year; BIO EUR 1,500 / year. - Primary School – Full Food: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Secondary School – Full Food: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Workshops & University Preparatory Clubs (after‑school activities): fees vary by workshop and number of sessions; pricing is determined by the selection of workshops and is invoiced separately (workshops and transport fees may be billed in two instalments as per the school's schedule). - Transportation: school transport is offered by registration only; the annual cost is determined each year based on routes and operating costs and is billed separately. - School trips and excursions: additional charges may be applied for entrance fees, travel and associated costs as required per trip. - Uniform: a school uniform policy is in effect; specific uniform item pricing and purchasing information is provided to families separately (uniform costs are additional to tuition). Refund and withdrawal policy (financial obligations on withdrawal) - If a student withdraws on or before June 30 of the current year: the Enrolment Fee (or Re‑enrolment Deposit) is retained. - If withdrawal occurs between July 1 and July 31 (inclusive) for the next academic year: the Enrolment Fee (or Re‑enrolment Deposit) plus 20% of the Annual Tuition Fee will be retained. - If withdrawal occurs from August 1 until the last day of the first trimester (inclusive) for the next academic year: 50% of the Annual Tuition Fee is retained. - If withdrawal occurs at any point after the end of the first trimester: 100% of the Annual Tuition Fee is retained. Fee payment options & bank details - Payment currency and accounts: - All payments must be made in RON to the campus‑specific bank account shown by the school. An EUR account can be provided upon request to non‑Romanian residents. - Amber Campus (RON account): RO87 EGNA 1010 0000 0157 2838. - Aviatiei City Campus (RON account): RO40 EGNA 1010 0000 0081 5144. - Finance contact for billing, instalment plans or to request an EUR account: finance@verita.ro and Finance phone: +4 0728 049 449. Notes on optional/variable charges - IGCSE and IB programme fees (EUR 1,000 and EUR 1,950 respectively) are charged in addition to the stated annual tuition for the relevant year groups (Years 10–11 and Years 12–13). - Transport, after‑school workshops, UPC and specific trip costs are charged separately and can be billed according to the instalment schedule selected. - The school publishes a detailed instalment calendar showing the exact due dates for each payment option.
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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.	Uniform requirement Uniform consists of a Verita-branded top (polo or shirt) with appropriate pants or skirt, or Verita dress, depending on division. PE days require the designated PE kit; hats may be worn outside but not indoors; orders are placed through the manufacturer's online platform, with a Uniform Catalogue and a Uniform Pop-Up Showroom for sizing.
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.	Food options Verita provides in-house meals prepared by school chefs. An organics menu option is available, prepared with 100% organic and bio-certified ingredients.
House system	House system The school has a House System.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Verita International School is part of the Dukes Education network of 75+ international schools. As a Dukes Education school, Verita provides exclusive pathways to top universities and access to global exchange programs. Verita is authorised by the Romanian Ministry of National Education – ARACIP recognises Verita as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details The school uses the National Curriculum of England & Wales as the core curriculum, complemented by Fieldwork Education's IEYC, IPC, and IMYC frameworks to bring learning to life. SEE Learning supports social, emotional, and ethical development. Verita is authorised by the Romanian Ministry of National Education and ARACIP recognises Verita as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania. The school offers Edexcel IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Verita is a COBIS member and follows White Rose Education schemes of work. It is part of the Dukes Education network, providing pathways to universities and global programs.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Low student-to-teacher ratio.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IGCSE results for 2026 have been published. IB Diploma Programme results for the Class of 2026 are reported in school news.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Exclusive pathways to top universities through the Dukes Education network and access to global exchange programs.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
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.	Social & emotional learning SEE Learning is integrated into the curriculum to foster emotional, social, and ethical intelligence for students and staff. Verita actively builds internal programs that promote student and staff wellbeing and ensures students feel physically and emotionally safe with a caring adult advocate. Social-emotional growth is woven into the curriculum through SEE Learning. Verita has a low student-teacher ratio (1:10) that supports personalized SEL support and student agency. Kindness is at the center of daily practice at Verita.
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.	Special educational needs (SEN) Verita admits students with mild to moderate special educational needs. Learning Support and a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Department coordinate support for students, led by a SENCO. A classroom shadow supports students in the classroom, coordinated by the SENCO. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) or a formal support plan can be created to guide individual learning. Learning Support is delivered by a team that includes a Learning Support Teacher and is designed to support diverse learning needs.
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.	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction at VIS, taught from Early Years through high school. If a student enters Year 2 or above without adequate English skills (A2 minimum), they receive English as an Additional Language (EAL) support with an EAL teacher. From Year 2 to Year 6, students benefit from in-class EAL support as well as out-of-class interventions to join whole-class English teaching where possible. In Secondary, a combined push-in/pull-out system supports language development. The student population is multinational, representing approximately 10 nationalities and languages, and students are supported to develop full academic proficiency in English.
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.	Mental wellbeing Verita actively builds internal programs that promote student and staff wellbeing and provides a space where students feel physically and emotionally safe with a caring adult advocate. A focus on kindness underpins daily interactions and school culture. SEE Learning supports the development of emotional, social, and ethical intelligence as part of wellbeing. A 1:10 student-teacher ratio and emphasis on student agency contribute to a supportive, healthy learning environment.
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.	Safeguarding Advisory Board members sign an NDA and undergo Child Protection and Safeguarding training. A safeguarding team exists, with Ilinca Vlaicu as the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The Head of School emphasizes creating a school environment where students feel safe, supported, engaged, and accepted. Verita maintains safeguarding policies and procedures as part of school operations. Safeguarding governance and staff training underpin day-to-day practice.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview The school operates across two Bucharest campuses: Aviatiei City Campus and Tunari Amber Campus. The main building houses students from Years 2 to 11, while Years 12–13 IB students are in a separate building across the street. For our Early Years to Year 1 learners, a dedicated space is located about two minutes' walk from the main campus. The campuses include playgrounds with abundant outdoor green space and well-equipped indoor athletic facilities. A New City Campus is coming soon, designed to welcome more than 1,000 students, with light-filled classrooms, state-of-the-art science laboratories, outdoor sports and recreation areas, dedicated art, music, and theatre studios, an indoor gym, and wellbeing spaces; it will be built to near-zero emission standards and cover about 9,000 square meters.
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.	Sports facilities The campuses feature abundant outdoor green space and well-equipped indoor athletic facilities. The school runs an Athletics Programme and participates in The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Extra-curricular offerings include after-school workshops that expand learning opportunities. Swimming, Piano, Guitar, and Science Lab are among the activities available after school.
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.	Academic facilities The main building houses Years 2–11, while Years 12–13 IB students are in a separate building across the street, with an Early Years space located two minutes' walk away. A new City Campus will provide light-filled classrooms, state-of-the-art science laboratories, outdoor sports and recreation areas, dedicated art, music, and theatre studios, an indoor gym, and wellbeing spaces. The City Campus is designed to meet near-zero emission standards and will cover about 9,000 square meters.
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities We offer after-school workshops expanding learning opportunities that support social, physical and emotional outcomes. Swimming, Piano, Guitar, and Science Lab are among the after-school offerings. The Athletics Programme is part of Student Life, and The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is also available.
Parent experience	Parent experience
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.	History Verita International School is part of the Dukes Education network of 75+ international schools worldwide. It operates across two Bucharest campuses, Aviatiei City Campus and Tunari Amber Campus. The core curriculum is the National Curriculum of England & Wales, enhanced by Fieldwork Education's IEYC, IPC, and IMYC frameworks. Verita is an IB World School authorized for the Diploma Programme and is recognised by ARACIP as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania. It holds COBIS accreditation.
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.	Community Social-emotional learning is embedded through SEE Learning from Emory University. Verita maintains a low student-teacher ratio (1:10) to support individualized learning. Students participate in Service Learning Projects that address real-world problems and community needs. The school offers after-school workshops and activities, including swimming, piano, guitar, and a science lab, across two campuses that form a unified Verita community.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual UPC builds a university portfolio for secondary students. The program emphasizes a well-rounded profile that universities seek beyond core academics. Middle School offers a range of academically oriented workshops including Theatre & Drama, Discovering Romania: A Cross-Curricular Workshop in Language and Geography, You're a Scientist, Social Hackers, and Professional Debate Club. The Verita Gazette and related activities support communication, research, and analytical thinking.
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative Visual Arts is offered as part of the curriculum for all age levels, teaching the language of art and fostering creativity. The Visual Arts program uses IPC and IMYC units and offers IGCSE Art and Design starting in Year 10. The Music program cultivates joy in creating and listening to music and develops musical literacy. Verita also offers private piano, guitar and drums lessons and after-school workshops.
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.	Cultural & language Instruction is in British English. The student population is multinational, representing around 10 nationalities. Romanian is offered as the host language, and Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish) are available, with English language learning (ELL) support for learners who need it. In Secondary, students have five weekly sessions of Romanian or French, with Spanish as a third language; IBDP options include Romanian Literature, French B, French Ab Initio, Spanish Ab Initio, Spanish B and Mandarin Ab Initio.
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies After-school clubs include Theatre & Drama (Y7–Y9), Social Hackers (Y7–Y9), Digital Journalism (Y7–Y9), and Professional Debate Club (Y7–Y9). Beach Volleyball is offered for middle school students, and Digital Journalism provides hands-on media experience. The Verita Gazette supports student writing and journalism, and Mixed Media Arts & Crafts and Graphic Arts expand creative pursuits. Arabic is also available in after-school offerings.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Service learning is a form of experiential education where learning occurs through action and reflection, with the Verita Foundation enabling hands-on projects that benefit the community. Students research, engage and reflect on real-world challenges, developing empathy, compassion, gratitude and civic responsibility. Year 2 bake sales and charity initiatives have raised funds for organizations such as Salvati Copiii; Year 7 and other projects have supported causes like Light into Europe; Year 9 art exhibitions and silent auctions have funded NGO work; Verita 5K events invite the community to participate and support student initiatives.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional UPC offers structured opportunities to develop leadership and university readiness for secondary students. The school supports leadership and service through programs such as The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Real-Life Career Orientation is organized by the Advisory Board, including guest speakers and institution visits to provide students with practical insights. These elements together foster leadership, professional skills and real-world preparedness.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Athletics program is foundational to a healthy, happy life, focusing on physical, cognitive and social development. Students gain transferable skills such as sportsmanship, teamwork, commitment, discipline, competition and conflict management. The after-school program broadens opportunities to express creativity, performance, athletics and inclusion, reinforcing a sense of community with arts, sports and a social curriculum alongside rigorous academics.
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.	Language provision English is the instructional language throughout the school. The school offers Romanian as the host-country language, and French and Spanish as Modern Languages. In Primary, Romanian and French are taught in language groups from Year 3 onward, with Year 2 students choosing between Romanian and French; in Secondary, Romanian or French continues with Spanish as a third language, and IB Diploma Programme language options include Romanian Literature, French B, French Ab Initio, Spanish Ab Initio, Spanish B, Mandarin Ab Initio, and self-taught languages. English Language Learner (ELL) support is available for students needing additional English.
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.	Bilingual teaching The instructional language is British English. Romanian is offered as the host-country language and French and Spanish are available as Modern Languages. Bilingual or multilingual development is supported by offering Romanian and other Modern Languages to students.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations ARACIP registration; CIS accreditation; COBIS accreditation; IB World School status; Edexcel (IGCSE/A-Level) centre; Dukes Education network member
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions The school accepts new enrolments any time during the academic year, subject to available places. Admission is non‑discriminatory. The process includes: Get to Know Us with an online parent orientation with the founder and a personal campus tour; Submit the Verita School Application with a non‑refundable application fee by year group (Early Years and Year 1–2 €79; Year 3–4 €99; Year 5–10 €119; Year 11–13 €79); After applying, a Trial Day and age‑appropriate assessments are held (format varies by year group and may include in‑class assessments and standardized tests such as CAT4 and GL Assessments); The enrollment decision is made within 7 working days of the Trial Day; if accepted, set up the Verita Parent Portal, select meals, choose a tuition plan, sign the Enrollment Agreement, and pay a one‑time registration fee to reserve the place (City Campus €1,950; Amber Campus €1,500). Spaces are limited and offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Year placement is based on age and past records, and a waiting pool is created if a class is full; Verita draws from the pool based on a priority guideline and a review of all applications. New enrolments can occur at any time; if no places are available, the child's file is placed on the waiting list. The language of instruction is English.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
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.	Waitlist A waiting pool of applications is created if a class is full; Verita draws from this pool based on a priority guideline and a review of all applications to determine those who can best benefit from a Verita education.
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