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Tallinn’s international schools are a small group that typically deliver English-medium, internationally transferable curricula - most commonly the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the European Baccalaureate - alongside local municipal schools that offer strong English pathways. Schools are often compact and serve mixed-age expatriate and locally mobile families, with instruction in English plus formal teaching of Estonian, Russian or other European languages as second-language options. Annual tuition at fee-charging international schools varies widely (roughly €4,600 up to around €26,700 per year), while municipal and state options can be low-cost or free but are selective. Admissions follow the August - September school year with main intakes handled months in advance; some schools run fixed application windows and language assessments, while others offer rolling places depending on capacity and age-stage.
Which curricula are offered in Tallinn’s international schools and how do they differ?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP) and the European Baccalaureate in Tallinn’s international sector; the IB is delivered as a continuum of inquiry-based programmes while the European Baccalaureate follows the Accredited European School model with multilingual instruction paths. Some schools also operate alongside the Estonian national system or provide combinations of national and international programmes, so check each school’s listed programmes to understand progression and external exam routes.
How much should we budget for school fees and extra costs?
Annual tuition at fee-charging international schools in Tallinn ranges broadly - published guides and school pages show figures from roughly €4,600 up to the mid-twenties of thousands of euros per year - and families should budget additionally for enrolment or registration fees, activity trips, school meals, uniforms and optional language support. Some schools publish specific extras (for example, mandatory English support lessons or monthly charges) so ask for a full fee schedule and a sample invoice before you commit.
When should we start the application process and what does admissions look like?
Begin enquiries several months before your move: most schools’ main intake aligns with the September term and many run their primary application windows in late winter or spring, while other schools accept mid-year admissions if places and resources are available. Admissions commonly include an application form, review of previous school reports, and age-appropriate language or maths assessment; some schools will also set conditional places pending language-support arrangements.
What language support is available for children who don’t speak English fluently?
English is the primary language of instruction at the fee-paying international schools, and most provide targeted English as an additional language (EAL/ESL) support or intensive English lessons for newcomers until they reach the required level. Schools also routinely teach second languages (for example Estonian, French or German in multilingual schools) and will assess incoming pupils to determine appropriate language support and placement.
Will qualifications from Tallinn international schools be recognised for university entry?
Yes: the IB Diploma and the European Baccalaureate are established, internationally recognised secondary qualifications accepted by universities across the EU and worldwide, and schools typically publish guidance on university progression and equivalence. If you have country-specific university plans, ask the school’s careers or university-counselling staff for precise verification of acceptance rules and any subject-level entry requirements.
