Uwekind International School vs Zlatarski International School of Sofia

	U Uwekind International School Sofia, Bulgaria	Z Zlatarski International School of Sofia Sofia, Bulgaria
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,820 - 8,100	Fees / year €200 - 12,680
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum)	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 17
Instruction language	Instruction language Bulgarian, English, German	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1997	Opened 1995
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school operates two campuses in Sofia, Bulgaria. As of September 2025, Uwekind's Lozen Park campus serves children from kindergarten through Grade 6 at 1186 Sofia, ж.к. Лозен парк, ул. Манастирска воденица 71. The High School campus is in central Sofia at 1606 Sofia, Center, ул. Владайска 48. The kindergarten yard is at the foot of Vitosha with outdoor space for activities.	Location 49 Kliment Ohridski blvd, Sofia 1756, Bulgaria. The school is located in Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria.
Stages	Stages Kindergarten – Preschool; Grades 1-4; Grades 5-10; Grades 11-12; Diplomas.	Stages Lower Secondary School (Grades 5-7): national programme enriched by the Cambridge Lower Secondary; Middle School (Grades 8-10): national programme enriched by the Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE; Upper Secondary School (Grades 11-12): IB Diploma Programme and/or the national programme; International students in Grades 5-12 can choose to follow only the international pathway.
School type	School type Private IB World School offering Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.	School type International secondary school offering the national programme alongside Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Checkpoint, IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. IB World School since 2003; Cambridge International School since 2010; established in 1995 as an English-language secondary school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Nationalities represented: 15 (Bulgaria, Netherlands, Hungary, India, Israel, Russia, United Kingdom, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkey, United States, Georgia, Korea, Syria, China); most common nationality: Bulgarian; local to international ratio: 90% to 10% (9:1).
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Sofia, Bulgaria	Country affiliation Affiliation with Bulgaria's national education system; authorisation by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details A bus service is offered between home and the school with reserved seats and insurance. The transport fee is for one school year and is charged per address: one-way 1700 € or two-way 2450 €.	Bus service details School transport is available: 20-30% of students use school transport; buses to the school serve lines 69, 70, 88, 123, 280, 294; minibuses serve lines 5, 27, 29.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Academic fees — 2026/2027 (summary by year group and payment option) Kindergarten (ages 3– ) - Standard annual academic fee: €6,820 per year. - Alternative payment totals shown by the school: - €7,000 when paid using the 2-payment plan. - €7,400 when paid using the 10-payment plan. - Note: the academic fee does not include food. Preschool class (preparatory / pre-K) - Standard annual academic fee: €7,880 per year. - Alternative payment totals shown by the school: - €8,100 when paid using the 2-payment plan. - €8,250 when paid using the 3-payment plan. - Note: the academic fee does not include food. Primary and High School (Grades 1–12) - Standard annual academic fee: €7,880 per year. - Alternative payment totals shown by the school: - €8,100 when paid using the 2-payment plan. - €8,250 when paid using the 3-payment plan. - Note: the academic fee does not include food. Local-currency (BGN) equivalents (per school listing) - Kindergarten academic fee (BGN): 13,338.76 per year; 13,690.81 BGN for 2-payment plan; 14,473.14 BGN for 10-payment plan. - Preschool academic fee (BGN): 15,411.94 per year; 15,842.22 BGN for 2-payment plan; 16,135.60 BGN for 3-payment plan. - School (Grades 1–12) academic fee (BGN): 15,411.94 per year; 15,842.22 BGN for 2-payment plan; 16,135.60 BGN for 3-payment plan. Payment plans and per‑installment timing (billing schedule and terms) - First payment: due up to 10 working days from signing the contract (this applies also for families paying the full amount in one payment). - Second payment: due 20 June 2026. - Third payment (when using a 3-payment plan): due 20 November 2026. - The school publishes specific deadlines for food and transport payment schemes (see the additional-fees section). Transport and food fees are charged per school year. Application, admission and academic resources fees (one-off / yearly additional fees) - Application (administrative) fee for new applicants: €150 (preschool, primary and high school). This fee is paid once and is required for new students. - Application fee for kindergarten applicants: €100 (paid once). - Admission / registration fee (one-off): €500 (as listed by the school). - Academic resources fee (mandatory annual charge): - Preschool and school (Grades 1–12): €600 per year. - Kindergarten: €450 per year. - The academic resources fee covers additional textbooks, academic software and platforms, library fee, stationery and selected educational materials; registration and exam fees for IB MYP/DP exam periods and some IB materials may be charged additionally. Additional (optional or campus-specific) costs - Transport (calculated per school year, for a single address and a reserved seat on the school bus): - One-way transport: €1,700 per school year. - Two-way transport: €2,450 per school year. - Transport payment terms: first instalment 50% at the time of request; second instalment due no later than 20 November 2026. Requests for transport are time-limited; joining after the request window is possible only if seats are available. Cancellation penalties apply: 30% of the due transport fee if cancelled before the start of the school year; 50% if cancelled after the school year starts. - Food / catering (charged per school year; campus-dependent): - Kindergarten and preschool (mandatory for those groups where the school specifies so): €1,260 per year (lunch plus morning and afternoon snacks where indicated). - Lozen campus: lunch €1,450; breakfast and afternoon snack €550. - Vladayska (main school campus): lunch €1,480; breakfast €370. - Food payment terms: paid for one school year; payable in one or two instalments (first instalment on request to use service; second instalment no later than 20 November 2026). Food and transport fees may change. - Extracurricular activities / clubs: the school runs weekly extracurricular activities and clubs. Club options and fees are announced at the start of the school year and are charged in addition to academic fees. A compulsory choice of one weekly interest club is listed with a price (example listed by the school: €450 for the compulsory single weekly club option); additional clubs incur separate charges. Refunds, cancellations and penalties - The application (administrative) fee for admission is paid once before the admission session and is non‑refundable. - The school lists that the mandatory educational-resources/club fee is payable for the full year with the first instalment of the academic fee; if a child leaves within the first school term, 50% of that fee is refunded. - Transport cancellations: a cancellation before the start of the school year incurs a penalty of 30% of the due transport amount; cancellation after the school year begins incurs a penalty of 50% of the due transport amount. - The school notes that some charges (notably food and transport) may change; specific IB exam or registration charges for MYP/DP exam sessions are charged in addition to the listed fees. Boarding / residential provision - The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees apply because boarding facilities are listed as DAY (no residential boarding provided). Fee payment options and bank details (how to pay) - The school publishes bank account details for bank transfers (IBAN and BIC) for the kindergarten and for the private school entities; payments by bank transfer are accepted using the following accounts as listed by the school: Private German Kindergarten Uwekind OOD – IBAN: BG46UBBS81551008452821, BIC: UBBSBGSF (UBB); Private School Uwekind OOD – IBAN: BG76UBBS81551008452863, BIC: UBBSBGSF (UBB). Food payments are directed to a separate account (Rehester OOD) with IBAN: BG36UBBS81551066047818. - The school text lists bank transfer details and payment deadlines; no other payment methods (for example, credit card or online card payment) are explicitly listed in the published fee pages. Discounts - Family discounts on the standard annual academic fee: - Second child admitted to the school: 5% discount on the yearly fee. - Third child admitted to the school: 10% discount on the yearly fee. - Discounts for additional children are negotiable. Notes on billing cadence - The school offers one-, two‑ and three‑installment payment options with the deadlines listed above; the school publishes the total amounts that apply under each instalment plan (the two‑ and three‑payment totals differ from the standard annual fee as listed). Installment-specific amounts per deadline are determined by the school's invoicing and the totals shown for each plan.	Fee details Scope and academic year The following fees apply to the 2025/2026 academic year. Application / registration fee - Registration fee (for all candidates): EUR 200. Annual tuition fees by year group (annual and per term) - Grades 5–7 - Annual: EUR 8,890 (students from Bulgarian schools). - Annual: EUR 10,890 (international students). - Per term (school year divided into two terms): EUR 4,445 and EUR 5,445 respectively. - Grade 8 - Annual: EUR 8,980 (students from Bulgarian schools). - Annual: EUR 10,980 (international students). - Per term: EUR 4,490 and EUR 5,490 respectively. - Grades 9–10 - Annual: EUR 9,200 (Zlatarski International School students — returning/current Zlatarski students). - Annual: EUR 10,200 (students from Bulgarian schools). - Annual: EUR 11,200 (international students). - Per term: EUR 4,600; EUR 5,100; EUR 5,600 respectively. - Grades 11–12 - Annual: EUR 9,680 or EUR 10,680 for Zlatarski School students (amount depends on the chosen education pathway). - Annual: EUR 11,680 (students from Bulgarian schools). - Annual: EUR 12,680 (international students). - Per term: EUR 4,840 or EUR 5,340; EUR 5,840; EUR 6,340 respectively. Additional / optional charges - School transport (optional): EUR 2,100 per year; payable in two installments (EUR 1,050 per installment). - Cafeteria meals (optional): EUR 345 per quarter. - Uniforms, notebooks and other school supplies are additional; uniforms are supplied through the listed vendor (Interstudies 2005 Ltd). - The tuition fee covers instruction, all textbooks, insurance, medical care, security, participation in organised cultural events, extracurricular activities (arts and sports) and use of school facilities. Outside the admissions schedule dates the annual tuition fee is equal to the fee for international students. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school year is divided into two terms; tuition is presented on an annual basis and per-term amounts are calculated on a two-term year. - The school's published schedule references first and second instalments; financial obligations for the first and second instalment (with a specified deadline for those instalments) must be settled by the start of the year as indicated in the admissions/start-of-year information. (Transport instalments are explicitly stated as two instalments.) Boarding - Zlatarski International School operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees; there are no boarding facilities. Refunds and cancellation - No general published tuition refund or cancellation policy is provided among the school's publicly listed fees and admissions information; specific refund or cancellation terms are not set out on the published fees pages. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted methods listed: bank transfer and cash payments at the school finance department. Credit-card payment is not listed among published payment options. - Bank transfer details provided for tuition payments (examples as published): - Tuition fees for students in Grades 8–12 (Private Secondary School “Prof. Dr. Vassil Zlatarski” Ltd): Payments in euro IBAN: BG55 BUIN 9561 1000 5837 16 — BIC: BUINBGSF. - Tuition fees for students in Grades 5–7 (Private Primary School “Prof. Dr. Vassil Zlatarski” Ltd): Payments in euro IBAN: BG39 BUIN 9561 1000 6096 12 — BIC: BUINBGSF. - Additional services (application fee, transport, notebooks, school lunch, uniforms): Payments in euro IBAN: BG68 BUIN 9561 1000 2159 49 — BIC: BUINBGSF. Notes on optional billing frequencies - Transport is explicitly payable in two instalments; cafeteria requests are made before each quarter and the cafeteria fee is quoted per quarter, indicating quarterly billing for meals. Tuition figures are published annually and the school structures the academic year as two terms.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement All students wear uniform attire. On the first day, official attire is white shirts/blouses, dark trousers/skirts, and dark shoes. From September 16, 2025, established uniform is a polo shirt with a dark blue cardigan/pullover/hoodie and dark trousers or skirt. Additional uniform sets are available for purchase at the school canteen on September 10–12, 2025, from 8:00am to 2:00am (until supplies last).
Food options	Food options Food is an optional meal service. For Kindergarten: Lunch, morning and afternoon snacks – 1260 € per year. For Lozen campus students: Lunch – 1450 € per year; Lunch and morning and afternoon snacks – 550 € per year. For Gymnasium students: Lunch – 1480 € per year; Morning snack – 370 €.	Food options A catering service is available. The catering service starts on September 16, 2025, and lunch is organized by class mentors who will explain the arrangement. Catering can be requested via the school's financial office before each term.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The preschool and the upper school are private limited liability entities (Uwekind OOD).	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB full continuum school offering Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme from early childhood through Grade 12. Curriculum spans Kindergarten–Preschool, Grades 1–4, Grades 5–10 and Grades 11–12, with Diplomas available. Graduates may earn both the IB Diploma and a Bulgarian national diploma. The Career-related Programme is in candidate status and the school is pursuing IB World School authorization. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science.	Curriculum details Zlatarski International School of Sofia offers an international curriculum integrated with the English National Curriculum and their own contemporary teaching approach. The school is fully authorised by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education, the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and Cambridge Assessment International Education. It integrates the Bulgarian educational system with the international IB framework and the British programmes – IGCSE and A Levels. The curriculum is structured across three stages: Cambridge Secondary (grades 5-8), IGCSE (grades 9-10) and International Baccalaureate / A Levels (grades 11-12). Graduates receive both the Bulgarian Diploma and an international IB or A Levels diploma. English is the main language of instruction.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Student/Teacher ratio: 5:1. Average class size: 16.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Excellent results in IB exams, national state exams, International GCSEs and Cambridge Checkpoint. Graduates continue their education at leading universities worldwide, including Oxford University, Princeton University, LSE, Imperial College London, Caltech, McGill University, Warwick University, King's College London, UCL, City University, Durham University, Queen Mary University, University of Vienna, Erasmus University, Bocconi University, Sciences Po, and more.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school supports university applications, offers individual consultations and collaborates with universities in Europe and Bulgaria. Graduates are admitted to prestigious universities worldwide.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to study at leading universities worldwide, including Oxford University, Princeton University, LSE, Imperial College London, Caltech, McGill University, Warwick University, King's College London, UCL, City University, Durham University, Queen Mary University, University of Vienna, Erasmus University, Bocconi University, Sciences Po, and more.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Oxbridge and Medical school preparation and Universities and College Counselling are available to support high-achieving students.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Primary School develops students' natural curiosity and their individual potential in a supportive and safe learning environment. Inquiry-based learning engages students actively, guiding them to participate academically, socially, and emotionally. Literacy in two languages supports confidence and achievement in both the native language and a foreign language. Transdisciplinary themes explore human relationships, rights and responsibilities, and global perspectives. Reading and languages are nurtured to strengthen oral and written expression.	Social & emotional learning The school has a supportive, trust-filled community with dedicated teachers who provide individual attention. The teaching team is highly qualified, with many holding doctoral degrees and educated at prestigious international universities. They impart academic knowledge and foster values such as mutual respect, tolerance, and collaboration. In a culture of trust and openness, students express themselves, share ideas, and learn from one another. Extracurricular activities occupy a central place in the school community, enriching social development through sport, dance, music, field trips, charity initiatives, public speaking, and exchanges with students abroad.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) There is a psychologist and a speech therapist who work with children from kindergarten through Grades 4, and they provide support to teaching staff in selecting appropriate teaching strategies.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Bulgarian is the native language of instruction. German language instruction starts in kindergarten; English language instruction starts in Grade 3. Bilingual instruction continues to Grade 12. Graduates achieve a high level of proficiency in two foreign languages and may obtain language certificates; English language certificates align with CEFR and IB exams.	English as an additional language The school offers Bulgarian for foreigners, English language test preparation, and language programmes abroad.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing To become life-long learners, students grow in a secure and supportive learning environment. Uwekind supports health and well-being through clubs, projects and sports that foster collaboration and healthy development. A nurse works in each building to support health and safety. A psychologist and a speech therapist support younger students and staff to promote well-being and effective learning.	Mental wellbeing The school supports mental wellbeing through a supportive environment, trust and openness, and opportunities to engage in sports, arts, and community service that foster social connections.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding There is a nurse in each building to safeguard children's health, and a psychologist and a speech therapist work with younger students to support wellbeing and learning.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview Zlatarski International School of Sofia is situated in Darvenitsa, Sofia. The two school buildings include spacious classrooms, laboratories, a library, a computer laboratory, administrative offices, a gym, a school shop and a cafeteria. On the outdoor campus there are playgrounds, outside basketball and volleyball courts and a soccer field. The campus supports everyday learning and student life across indoor and outdoor spaces.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities On-site sports facilities include a gym, outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, and a soccer field. The gym supports physical education and intramural activities. Outdoor courts and green spaces enable team practice and competitive sports.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities Two school buildings house spacious classrooms, laboratories, a library and a computer laboratory. All classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards StarBoard. The school uses digital content from IGCSE Science and IB Science to support learning in Biology, Physics and Chemistry, and Mathematics. The facilities are designed to support a curriculum that combines the English National Curriculum with Zlatarski's own approach to teaching.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities UweCLUBS and UwePROJECTS are student clubs and projects for students of different ages. UweSPORT supports sports, with teams participating in sport competitions and events. UweARTS provides opportunities to express creativity through arts, including dance, music, visual and applied arts workshops. Uwekind CAMPS are camps that occur annually, with students spending time outside the usual school environment. Students participate in clubs, workshops, sport competitions, art contests and science fairs.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are central to the school community. Students participate in sports, music, art and drama, and community service. Activities include school trips, projects, charity events, public speaking, and student leadership roles such as ambassadors or exchanges with peers abroad. The school encourages involvement in a variety of activities beyond the classroom to develop talents and interests.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Uwekind International School was founded in 1997. It educates more than 500 children aged 3 to 19 in Sofia, cultivating thinking, balance, and a sense of community. It offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum — Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme — and is licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science.	History Zlatarski International School, Sofia was founded in 1995 as an English language secondary school. It is the largest and most experienced IB World School in Bulgaria and was authorised as the country's first IB World School in 2003. The school is accredited by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education, the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and Cambridge International Education. It educates Bulgarian and international students aged 11–18 in the national programme and the Cambridge Secondary, Checkpoint, IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme. The curriculum covers Languages, Humanities, Sciences, Mathematics and the Arts.
Community	Community Community life includes student activities such as a Model United Nations event held in Torino and a community project titled 'On the Path to Change' conducted in Sofia in 2024.	Community The school community benefits from dedicated teachers, individual attention and a supportive environment, where students build friendships for life. The teaching team includes professionals many of whom hold doctoral degrees and have studied at prestigious international universities, and they promote values such as mutual respect, tolerance and collaboration. Students learn in a climate of trust and openness, where they can express themselves, share ideas and learn from one another. Extracurricular activities are central to life at Zlatarski, with sport, art, music, drama, and community service alongside trips, charity events, public speaking, and student ambassadors.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Student clubs and workshops are places where Uwekinders of different ages and their mentors explore together common topics of interest. Uwekind projects are activities in which children can participate from all grades, demonstrating our attitude towards world problems and our desire to contribute so that the world can become a better place.	Academic & intellectual The school offers Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, IB Diploma, and Bulgarian Diploma. It is an IB World School since 2003 and a Cambridge International School since 2010. The school operates as an English-language school authorised by the Bulgarian Ministry of Education in 1995. Students are aged 11–18 and come from Bulgaria and several other countries.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Every child expresses their individuality through the arts, developing creativity with extracurricular dance, music, visual and applied arts workshops. These activities form part of student life.	Arts & creative The school hosts theatre productions, including Romeo and Juliet, for charity. It runs art and science workshops and exhibitions, such as 3D molecular models and edible jelly cell models during the Science Fair. An annual Zlatarski Got Talent showcases student and teacher talents. Creative projects are integrated into events such as martenitsi workshops and international exchanges.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school is open to the values and traditions of different cultures, fostering an active attitude, understanding and respect towards others. Uwekind also celebrates diverse cultural traditions through its community.	Cultural & language The school runs global and cultural activities, including the Global Community Series and Model United Nations events. International exchanges and collaborations with partner schools in Norway, the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Greece support cultural programs. Zlatarski hosts European-focused events such as the Zlatarski Youth Forum for Europe on Europe Day. Language-related initiatives include visits by Spanish teachers and multilingual exchange projects.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Students participate in clubs, workshops and camps, and take part in sport competitions, art contests and science fairs.	Social & hobbies Sports facilities include a sports hall, basketball, volleyball and football fields. Students participate in team sports such as football, table tennis, badminton and athletics, with regional and national achievements. Zlatarski Got Talent is an annual talent show that features students and teachers. Social and hobby activities include charity initiatives such as Donate a Toy and In Favour of Our Children.
Community & service	Community & service Uwekind projects are activities in which children can participate from all grades. They demonstrate our attitude toward world problems and our desire to contribute so that the world can become a better place.	Community & service Students organize and participate in charity and community service activities. The school hosts campaigns such as Donate a Toy and the In Favour of Our Children initiative. Students have supported Red Cross relief efforts and other humanitarian projects, including Haiti relief in 2010. Sustainable Development Week engages students in cross-curricular service and environmental awareness activities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Students participate in leadership-oriented activities such as Model United Nations participation, including Zlatarski IB students at the Thessaloniki Forum 2012. The Zlatarski Youth Forum for Europe develops student leadership through Europe Day debates and committee work. The Euroschool program provides opportunities to visit the European Parliament. Excursions and summer programmes expand career and personal development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Uwekind's children grow as wholesome and balanced individuals not only through active learning, but also by doing different sports. The school supports Uwekind teams in various sport competitions and events.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities include a sports hall, basketball, volleyball and football fields. Students participate in team sports such as football, table tennis, badminton and athletics, with notable achievements. Excursions and summer programmes promote experiential learning and balance with academics. Sustainable Development Week engages students in wellbeing, environmental learning and cross-curricular activities.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Bulgarian is the native language of instruction. German is taught as a foreign language from kindergarten, and English from Grade 3, with both languages offering CEFR- and IB-aligned certification. Students graduate with proficiency in two foreign languages and may obtain language certificates. Language learning is embedded across subjects and students participate in international projects and yearly summer camps in Germany.	Language provision English is the main language of instruction. Bulgarian language and literature is studied as part of the core curriculum, with Bulgarian Diploma available alongside international qualifications. A second foreign language starts in Grade 8 (German or Spanish), and Latin is taught. In the IB Diploma Programme, Bulgarian A1 and English A1/A2 are available, and German and Spanish may be studied as IB subjects; Bulgarian for Foreigners is offered as language support.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching German language instruction begins in kindergarten; English language instruction begins in Grade 3. Bilingual instruction continues through Grade 12. Bulgarian is taught as the native language alongside two foreign languages, with language development integrated across subjects.	Bilingual teaching English is the main language of instruction. Bulgarian language and literature is taught as part of the core curriculum, beginning in grade 8. A second foreign language starts in grade 8 (German or Spanish), and Latin is also taught. In the IB Diploma Programme, Bulgarian A1 and English A1/A2 are available, and German and Spanish may be studied as IB subjects; the school awards the Bulgarian Diploma in addition to the international IB or A Levels diplomas.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations The school offers an IB full continuum.	Accreditations The school is the largest and most experienced International Baccalaureate (IB) School in Bulgaria, authorised as the first IB World School in the country in 2003. The school is Cambridge International Education authorised since 2010 and extended to primary education in 2018.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Get to know us. Research information about Uwekind and contact the application team for guidance in the application process. Sign up for a meeting; meetings and visits take place after you sign up in advance by calling: +359 879 888 920 (Kindergarten), +359 885 888 940 (Grades Preparatory class, 1 – 6), +359 885 888 930 (Grades 7 – 12). This helps you learn about the curriculum and philosophy. 2. Apply. Fill out the online application form for the appropriate grade. The application team will contact you to schedule an interview date for your child. The form includes sections for the child's personal information, current school, references, language proficiency, and parent details; the interview will include a placement test. The application team will communicate whether the child has been admitted. 3. Registration. Fill out the documents provided by the school office, or online when available. The school contract form requires selecting a payment method (one, two, or three payments per year). The school completes administrative procedures to register the student.	Admissions Admissions Zlatarski International School – Leading school in Sofia for students in grades 5 through 12. The admission procedure for students aged 11 through 18 is open for September 2026. Admissions are based on the results of the entrance exam, school reports, and an interview. The school is licensed by the Ministry of Education and Science, the International Baccalaureate Organization, and Cambridge International Education. It educates about 300 Bulgarian and international students in grades 5–12. Students graduate with two diplomas – Bulgarian and international. The school was founded in 1995 as an English-language high school, and in 2003 became the first IB World School in Bulgaria. In 2010 the high school became the first Bulgarian school authorized to offer Cambridge programs (IGCSE and A Levels), and in 2017 it received a license for the Cambridge Secondary program. In 2018 Zlatarski International School opened to 5–7 grades. The school uniquely integrates the Bulgarian educational system with IB and Cambridge programs – Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE and A Levels. Thanks to well-structured curricula and thorough teaching, students achieve strong results. This opens doors to prestigious universities in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United States, Switzerland and more. Zlatarski International School marks 30 years since its founding. International Education: The school has the most experience in Bulgaria with IB and Cambridge IGCSE, providing solid academic preparation. Our achievements in numbers: 25 cohorts and over 1,400 graduates with excellent and very good results on state matriculation; 20 IB cohorts with over 800 graduates: 450 with IB diplomas and 350 with IB certificates; 13 cohorts with Cambridge IGCSE and over 600 students with IGCSE certificates; 7 cohorts with Cambridge Checkpoint and over 340 students with Checkpoint certificates. Excellent results: Students achieve excellent results in IGCSE, IB and matriculation, opening doors to top universities worldwide. Graduates are admitted to universities such as Oxford, Princeton, Imperial College London, LSE, Caltech, Delft, Bocconi, St Andrews, Sciences Po, and more. School life: Students develop through sport, arts, music, drama and community activities — in the classroom and beyond. Extracurricular activities occupy a central place and play a key role in the school community — whether participating in school sports, performing on stage in dance or music, discovering an artifact on an educational excursion, developing an innovative project, taking part in charitable initiatives, the art of public speaking, representing the school as a school ambassador, or exchanging ideas with students from abroad. School community: With the help of qualified teachers and a supportive environment, students form lifelong friendships. The teaching staff consists of motivated professionals, many with doctoral degrees and education from prestigious international universities. They impart academic knowledge and shape values such as mutual respect, tolerance and cooperation. In a climate of trust and openness, students feel free to express themselves, share ideas and learn from each other. Admission: Application process Secure your child's future with international education and a supportive school environment. For students in grades 5–12. Admission procedures for 5–7 grades; Admission procedure for 8th grade; Admission procedure for 11th grade: IB Diploma Programme; Open days; Admission for the 2026/2027 academic year. Deadlines for 2026/2027: Registration for entrance exam – online registration Open days: December 4 (Thursday) 15:00–17:00; January 29 (Thursday) 15:00–17:00; February 26 (Thursday) 15:00–17:00; March 26 (Thursday) 15:00–17:00 Entrance exam date I: February 2 (Monday) 10:00–12:00 Results announced by February 12, 14:00 Meetings with the admissions committee: February 16–20 Enrollment: February 20–28 Entrance exam date II: March 7 (Saturday) 10:00–12:00 Results announced by March 14, 14:00 Meetings with the admissions committee: March 16–20 Enrollment: March 20–30 Entrance exam date III: April 4 (Saturday) 10:00–12:00 Results announced by April 10, 14:00 Meetings with the admissions committee: April 14–20 Enrollment: April 20–30 Admission of international students: On an individual schedule English placement test for admitted students: June 4 (Thursday) 15:00–16:30 How to choose a school? When you need to make an important decision about which school to choose, answer these questions: Is there enthusiasm among students and teachers? Does the school have high academic results? Are students attentive in class? Does the school have adequate facilities – library, laboratory, modern computers, multimedia? Does the school offer extracurricular activities that are interesting and well attended? Is the campus infrastructure independent? Where have graduates of the school been admitted? Are the school buildings, dining areas, and playing fields well maintained? What is the atmosphere at the school? How many students study at the school? Does the school share your values? How much freedom is given to students in each class? Does the school encourage parental involvement in the educational process and clearly define the parent's role? To participate in Zlatarski International School's admission process, fill in the online registration form. 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