International Curriculum International Schools in Zagreb, Croatia
Compare 3 International Curriculum international schools in Zagreb, Croatia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 14,042), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Bright Horizons - International British School of Zagreb - Secondary (2013)
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About international schools in Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb’s international schools mostly offer English-medium programmes built around recognised international systems - chiefly an American/US-standards pathway that includes the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and a British model that follows UK key stages with Cambridge IGCSEs and A-levels - alongside smaller German and French national schools. Annual day-school fees at the main English-medium providers typically run from the low thousands of euros in early years up to around €18,000 - €21,000 for upper secondary, while on-site boarding places are markedly higher (published boarding packages reach the low tens of thousands of euros). Admissions operate year-round but families applying for the next academic year should expect formal offers, non-refundable admission deposits and payment deadlines in spring; some schools publish mid-May deposit deadlines and specific enrolment charge schedules. For a relocating family it is practical to confirm each school’s language support for Croatian and mother-tongue teaching, to check visa/residence paperwork for school enrolment, and to plan visits or remote assessments because cohort sizes are smaller than at big city international hubs.
Which international curricula are available in Zagreb and how do they differ?
The main English-medium options are an American college-preparatory pathway (often delivered alongside US standards) and a British programme that follows UK Key Stages with Cambridge IGCSE and International AS/A-level assessments in the upper years. Some schools also offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the final two years of secondary. In addition there are German and French schools in Zagreb that follow their respective national systems rather than the British/American models.
How much do international schools in Zagreb typically cost?
Published day-school tuition at the main English-language schools ranges from around €7,500 for early years up to roughly €18,000 - €21,000 for secondary year groups, depending on the school and grade. Schools that provide boarding publish separate full-board packages; published examples show boarding costs in the region of €30,000 - €33,000 for a full-board year. Expect additional one-time admission or capital fees and separate exam or activity charges.
What ages and final qualifications do these schools cover?
Most international schools in Zagreb serve children from early years or nursery through to age 17 - 19, offering primary, middle and secondary phases on a single campus. Upper secondary pathways typically lead to internationally recognised school leaving qualifications such as an American high-school diploma, Cambridge International AS/A-levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma, depending on the school.
What is the language of instruction and will my child receive Croatian or mother-tongue support?
Instruction at the English-medium international schools is delivered in English, while schools commonly offer Croatian language lessons and, in many cases, structured mother-tongue or home-language support for pupils who need it. For example, schools with IB or international programmes often list mother-tongue options and language-support pathways in their programme guides. Check each school’s language provision and how they assess incoming students so you know whether additional language support or parallel Croatian schooling will be needed.
When should we apply and what admissions steps should we expect?
Applications are accepted year-round but intake for the new academic year is commonly finalised in spring; schools publish application and enrolment fees and some require a tuition deposit by mid-May if a payment plan is used. Expect an application form, records or transcripts, an assessment or interview for the child, a non-refundable admission fee on acceptance, and in some schools clear contractual notice periods (for example a six-month withdrawal notice). Contact the admissions office early to confirm deadlines, required documents and whether places are limited in your child’s year group.
