Mark Twain International School - Junior vs Verita International School - Bucharest
Mark Twain International School - Junior and Verita International School - Bucharest are both in Bucharest, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and Verita International School - Bucharest also offers IEYC, IPC, IMYC, British, Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. Published annual fees are close, at RON 33,093 - 79,320 for Mark Twain International School - Junior and RON 41,962 - 78,513 for Verita International School - Bucharest. Mark Twain International School - Junior takes pupils from 2 to 11, and Verita International School - Bucharest from 2 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 700 and 633 pupils. Typical class sizes are 6 at Mark Twain International School - Junior and 20 at Verita International School - Bucharest.
IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils
Pupils
700
Pupils
633
Typical class size
Typical class size
6
Typical class size
20
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Romanian
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1995
Opened
2013
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Three MTIS campuses are located in Ilfov County near Bucharest, Romania. Junior Campus is at 25 Erou Iancu Nicolae, Voluntari. Senior Campus is at 89 Erou Iancu Nicolae, Voluntari. Cosmopolis Campus is at 110 Europa, Ștefăneștii de Jos.
Location
Strada Soldat Gheorghe Pripu 22A, Sector 1, Bucharest, Romania
Stages
Stages
Preschool (2-6 years); Primary School (6-11 years); Middle School (11-15 years); High School (15-19 years).
Private international school offering bilingual and international divisions; ARACIP, IB (PYP, MYP & DP) and Cambridge accreditation.
School type
Not-for-profit, independent foundation
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
ELL support for beginning English language learners (A1–A2) from Year 2; Student Support Team; Individual Education Plans (IEP) or other required interventions; external services possible if needed
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
Based in Romania.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom (British curriculum in Romania; part of the Dukes Education network)
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Morning arrival includes Early Years and Year 1 being escorted to Reception; older students may walk to class; after-school clubs end at 5:15 PM
Bus service details
Bus service details
Our modern fleet of school buses and vans provides door-to-door transportation for our students anywhere in the Bucharest metro area.
Bus service details
Bus service available if offered; bus rules apply; a bus monitor/driver ensures younger students are met by an adult at stops
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application / registration fees - A school services / registration fee is required and is payable at the time of registration; the school lists registration fees as part of its comprehensive fee structure.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per tuition instalment) - Tuition is published for the International Division and shown in Romanian leu (RON). The school bills tuition in two instalments; therefore the per-instalment amount shown below is one half of the annual tuition.
- Preschool / Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual RON 33,263 — Tuition instalment (one of two) RON 16,631.50. - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual RON 38,381 — Tuition instalment RON 19,190.50. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual RON 43,498 — Tuition instalment RON 21,749.00. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual RON 48,616 — Tuition instalment RON 24,308.00. - Grade 1 (age 6): Annual RON 74,203 — Tuition instalment RON 37,101.50. - Grade 2 (age 7): Annual RON 74,203 — Tuition instalment RON 37,101.50. - Grade 3 (age 8): Annual RON 74,203 — Tuition instalment RON 37,101.50. - Grade 4 (age 9): Annual RON 74,203 — Tuition instalment RON 37,101.50. - Grade 5 (age 10): Annual RON 74,203 — Tuition instalment RON 37,101.50. - Grade 6 (age 11): Annual RON 79,320 — Tuition instalment RON 39,660.00. - Grade 7 (age 12): Annual RON 79,320 — Tuition instalment RON 39,660.00. - Grade 8 (age 13): Annual RON 79,320 — Tuition instalment RON 39,660.00. - Grade 9 (age 14): Annual RON 84,438 — Tuition instalment RON 42,219.00. - Grade 10 (age 15): Annual RON 84,438 — Tuition instalment RON 42,219.00. - Grade 11 (age 16): Annual RON 94,672 — Tuition instalment RON 47,336.00. - Grade 12 (age 17): Annual RON 94,672 — Tuition instalment RON 47,336.00.
What the tuition covers - Annual tuition is presented as an all‑inclusive package that covers full academic tuition, all books and educational materials, a complete uniform set, and three meals per day. A school services / registration fee is listed separately and is required at registration.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school uses two separate contracts for enrolment: a tuition contract (paid in two instalments) and a school services contract (requiring full payment at the time of registration). Payment of the school services contract is required prior to the start of enrolment.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable as a residential option for standard enrolment; the school operates as a day campus. No boarding fee schedule is published.
Other costs and optional services - Optional services available for an additional fee include door‑to‑door private bus transport, a late‑stay programme for preschool and primary students, extended after‑school enrichment programmes, and weekend educational excursions. These optional services are charged in addition to tuition. - Although the school states that uniforms, books and three meals daily are included in the tuition, some other items commonly charged by schools (external exam registration fees, some extracurriculars, special trips) may still be charged separately if applicable.
Refunds and withdrawal - No explicit refund or detailed withdrawal policy for tuition or registration fees is published on the school's Terms & Conditions or the tuition overview pages. Parents should note that the school requires payment of the school services contract at registration and that the tuition contract is arranged in two instalments.
Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) are not published on the public tuition and admissions pages. The school uses its admissions process and school services contract to manage registration and payments; payment details and accepted methods are handled through the school's admissions office.
Notes on availability of figures and missing details - The annual tuition figures above are those published for the 2025–2026 academic year and reproduced in the school-fees listing used by independent international‑school directories. The school's own public tuition page describes billing structure and inclusions but does not publish a full downloadable numeric fee schedule or line‑by‑line values for registration fees, payment methods, or refund mechanics; those specific numeric items were not found on the publicly available pages consulted.
Fee details
Application and Registration Fees - Application fee (non‑refundable), paid at time of application: EUR 50 for Early Years and Years 1–2; EUR 70 for Years 3–4; EUR 90 for Years 5–10; EUR 50 for Years 11–13. - Registration fee (one‑time, due within 5 working days of offer; non‑refundable if the student withdraws): EUR 1,950. - Re‑enrolment deposit for returning students (to secure place for next academic year): EUR 1,000 (non‑refundable; deducted from next year's tuition).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term where the school allows two instalments) - Early Years (short day 09:00–12:30): EUR 7,990 per year — per term (if paid in 2 instalments): EUR 3,995. - Early Years (full day 09:00–15:45): EUR 8,500 per year — per term (2 instalments): EUR 4,250. - Primary (Year 1–6, 09:00–15:45): EUR 13,400 per year — per term (2 instalments): EUR 6,700. - Secondary (Year 7–13, 09:00–15:45): EUR 13,950 per year — per term (2 instalments): EUR 6,975. - Examination/program surcharges (annual, added to tuition where applicable): - Years 10–11 (IGCSE / Edexcel exam entry): EUR 1,000 per year. - Years 12–13 (IB Diploma Programme fee added to tuition): EUR 1,950 per year.
Alternative currency / local billing (note on how payments are taken) - Although fees are published in EUR above, the school requires that payments be made in RON to the school bank account (IBAN RO40 EGNA 1010 0000 0081 5144 — VISTA BANK, RON account). Parents should expect invoicing / collection in RON.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment choices: a single annual payment (one instalment) or two instalments. Per‑term figures above assume the two‑instalment option (annual ÷ 2). - Extended instalment plans are available by arrangement with the finance office; the school applies a surcharge for extended plans: 2% surcharge for four instalments and 5% surcharge for nine instalments. The instalment plan cannot be changed after 31 July. Contact the school finance office to arrange an instalment plan. - Late or overdue tuition: 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 (no boarding fees apply).
Other costs and optional services (typical additional annual fees) - Meals (optional; two menu standards — regular or 100% certified organic/BIO): - Early Years – Short Programme: Regular EUR 1,190 per year / BIO EUR 1,350 per year. - Early Years – Long Programme: Regular EUR 1,390 per year / BIO EUR 1,550 per year. - Primary – Lunch only: Regular EUR 1,140 per year / BIO EUR 1,300 per year. Primary – Full food: Regular EUR 1,390 per year / BIO EUR 1,550 per year. - Secondary – Full food: Regular EUR 1,390 per year / BIO EUR 1,550 per year. - Transportation (school bus): cost set each year according to routes and demand; charged separately. - After‑school workshops / co‑curricular clubs: charged separately; price depends on the number and type of workshops selected. - School trips and entrance fees: additional charges may apply for museum entries, transport or overnight trips. - Uniforms and school supplies: these are additional to tuition; specific uniform pricing is charged separately.
Refund / withdrawal (financial) policy - If a student withdraws on or before June 30 of the current year: the enrolment fee or re‑enrolment deposit is retained (no further tuition charged). - Withdrawal between July 1 and July 31 (inclusive): the enrolment fee or re‑enrolment deposit plus 20% of the annual tuition is retained. - Withdrawal from August 1 until the last day of the first trimester (inclusive): 50% of the annual tuition is retained. - Withdrawal after the end of the first trimester: 100% of the annual tuition is retained (no refund).
Fee payment options and practical notes - The school specifies payment in RON to the school's bank account (IBAN shown above). This indicates bank transfer as the required/primary payment method for invoiced school fees. - The published material does not list credit card payment as a standard option for regular tuition invoices; parents should use the school bank details on invoices for transfers or contact the finance office for confirmation of alternate methods.
Notes on special charges and discounts - Sibling discount: 5% discount applies starting with the second sibling enrolled; the discount applies to the younger sibling(s). - Early‑payment / full‑payment discounts and any promotional offers are applied per the school's financial policy when published; extended instalment plans carry the surcharges noted above.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
The school provides regular school meals.
Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
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Curriculum details
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
The Bucharest campus is organized with a Main Building for Years 2–11, an IB Building for Years 12–13 located across the street, and an Early Years Building a short walk away, plus multiple playgrounds and ample outdoor green spaces and indoor athletic facilities. The amber campus spans about 15,000 square meters and include a school, kindergarten, after-school programs, and extensive sports and recreational facilities, with 80 percent of the land preserved as green spaces. A future City Campus is planned as a state‑of‑the‑art facility featuring modern classrooms, dedicated spaces for arts and sports, and advanced technology to support a broad range of programs and activities.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
Playgrounds with ample outdoor green spaces and fully equipped indoor athletic facilities form part of the campus, with Amber Campus described as having outstanding sports and recreational facilities.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
Library books and access to online learning platforms and research databases are provided, along with science laboratory equipment and consumables; the City Campus plan includes modern classrooms and dedicated spaces for arts and sports with advanced technology.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Verita offers after-school programs and clubs from 16:00 to 17:00 on scheduled days, including sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, coding, foreign languages, and homework club, with a published activity catalog for September through June; participation is optional and may incur fees, with pick-up at 5:15 PM. Language-related after-school offerings include Romanian and French language workshops, as well as additional language options such as Spanish and German.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
Verita's journey began in 1982 when Gabriela Simionescu opened one of Bucharest's first English-speaking nurseries and kindergartens. Four campuses and over a thousand students later, Verita has established itself as an international school. Verita joined the Dukes Education network, becoming the first school in Romania to join the Dukes family. A second Romanian campus is planned in Amber Forest (Tunari, Ilfov) with a City Campus near Aviatiei as part of expansion.
Community
Community
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Community
Verita maintains an active parent community through Verita Live for Parents webinars. The school welcomes parent volunteers for field trips and other activities, with guidelines on safety and confidentiality. A range of events and celebrations, including Winter Concert, International Day, Sports Day, Science Fair, and art exhibitions, are held with parent participation. Notices of events are sent via email or newsletters to families.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
Verita supports active parent engagement through the Verita Parent section on the site. Verita hosts Verita Live for Parents (VLP) webinars to engage the parent community. The school welcomes parent volunteers for field trips and other activities, with guidelines for safety and confidentiality. A variety of events and celebrations are organized, including Winter Concert, International Day, Sports Day, Science Fair, and art exhibitions, with parents invited to attend. Notices of events and involvement opportunities are shared by email or newsletters.
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
There are after-school workshops with four year-group categories: Reception – Year 1, Year 2- Year 6, Middle School Clubs and High School University Preparatory Clubs, held Monday to Thursday from 4 to 5 PM. Capoeira Alemar Bucharest is a group coordinated by Brazilian Professor Antonio Minhoca. Verita offers private lessons in Piano, Violin, Guitar, Drums, and Singing. Students write stories and poems inspired by Romania's landscapes and traditions, and create travel brochures, fictional blogs, and mini-guides that showcase different parts of the country; projects are shared in classroom exhibitions.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
They explore Romania's cultural and linguistic diversity and work collaboratively on projects that are shared in classroom exhibitions and presentations.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
English is the language of instruction. Romanian is offered as the host country language, and French and Spanish are offered as additional modern languages. The school provides opportunities to develop full academic proficiency in English.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
The school offers bilingual or multilingual education. English is the language of instruction in the Early Years, Romanian is offered as the host country language, and French and Spanish are available as additional modern languages.
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
If the student selects French, there are no Romanian classes during Curriculum time; if the additional language chosen is Romanian, a third language can be studied under the extracurricular program.
