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British Curriculum International Schools in Hungary

Compare 13 British Curriculum international schools in Hungary. Filter by curriculum, fees (average HUF 2,762,682), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
13
Curricula
47
Average annual fee
HUF 3,069,646
Fee range
HUF 8,000 – 10,848,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (8 schools)
Average school size
371 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Karinthy Frigyes Gimnazium
Oldest
Karinthy Frigyes Gimnazium (1986)
About international schools in Hungary

British-curriculum international schools in Hungary teach variants of the English National Curriculum adapted for an international intake, commonly preparing students for Cambridge IGCSEs at 16 and either A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate (depending on the school) in the final two years. Teaching is delivered primarily in English, but Hungarian language lessons are usually provided and some schools run bilingual Hungarian - English pathways that lead to state-recognised certification. Fees vary by school, location and age group, typically ranging from several million Hungarian forints a year up to amounts comparable with other premium international schools in Budapest; many schools publish detailed fee schedules and refundable registration deposits. Most British schools expect new pupils to join at the start of the school year in August/September, but many operate rolling admissions and will accept mid-year entries where places are available, so families should contact schools early and check exam-board and Hungarian recognition details when deciding.

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10 international schools in Budapest

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1 international school in Mangaluru

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1 international school in Miskolc

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1 international school in Szeged

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FAQs for Hungary

How does a British curriculum in Hungary differ from a local Hungarian school or other international curricula?
A British curriculum school follows the structure and standards of the English National Curriculum (Key Stages, subject syllabuses and assessment approaches) but adapts content for an international student body and typically uses international exam boards such as Cambridge or Pearson Edexcel for IGCSEs. Some British schools then continue to A-Levels while others move to the IB Diploma at 16 - 18, so the upper-secondary pathway can differ between schools and between campuses.
What qualifications will my child take at age 16 and 18?
Most British schools in Hungary prepare students for IGCSE (or equivalent) examinations at about age 16; afterwards some schools offer A-Levels (a subject-based UK qualification) while others offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for 16 - 18 year-olds. Parents should check each school’s published programme for Key Stage 4 and post-16 study because the choice affects subject breadth, university recognition and assessment style.
How much should we budget for fees and extra costs?
Tuition levels vary considerably across providers and by age: published fees for British-style international schools in Budapest commonly lie in the mid-to-high millions of forints per year for primary and secondary places, with the most expensive years and schools charging substantially more; many schools also publish a refundable deposit and non-refundable application or registration fees. Expect additional charges for school lunches, transport, external exam entries, extracurricular trips and uniforms; always request the full fee schedule and payment terms from a school before accepting an offer.
When should we start the application process?
The main intake for British-curriculum international schools in Hungary is the start of the academic year (usually August/September), so families relocating for the new school year should begin enquiries and submit applications several months ahead to secure a place. Many schools accept rolling admissions for mid-year entry, but popular year groups can fill quickly, so contact shortlisted schools as early as possible and ask about waiting lists, assessment requirements and deposit deadlines.
What should we look for when comparing British international schools in Hungary?
Check which syllabus and external exam boards the school uses (IGCSE, A-Level, IB or a mix), the language policy (English medium, Hungarian lessons or a bilingual track), published fee schedules and the school’s accreditation or inspection reports. Also review class sizes, specialist provision (languages, learning support, university counselling) and how the school supports new arrivals and English language learners, since these practical factors strongly affect day-to-day fit for relocating families.