doris
Ask doris
Currency
Search & filter all 10 schools Compare 10 schools in Budapest

British Curriculum International Schools in Budapest, Hungary

Compare 10 British Curriculum international schools in Budapest, Hungary. Filter by curriculum, fees (average HUF 2,874,602), location, and more to find the right international school now.

Edited by · Chief Marketing Officer

Schools listed
10
Curricula
46
Average annual fee
HUF 3,285,259
Fee range
HUF 8,000 – 10,848,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (8 schools)
Average school size
423 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Karinthy Frigyes Gimnazium
Oldest
Karinthy Frigyes Gimnazium (1986)
About international schools in Budapest, Hungary

British-curriculum international schools in Budapest teach the English National Curriculum from early years through secondary, commonly preparing pupils for Cambridge IGCSEs at 16 and either A-levels or other post-16 pathways thereafter; some schools also combine British programmes with bilingual Hungarian streams or offer the IB at sixth form. Instruction is primarily in English, with Hungarian taught as a language and other modern languages (French, German, Spanish, Mandarin) commonly on the timetable. Fees vary a lot by school and year group - families should expect anything from lower-mid market annual tuition up to the higher end of the Budapest market for senior years - and most schools itemise extras such as school lunches, transport and exam charges separately. Admissions follow a term rhythm with the main intake in September; popular entry points fill early so parents usually start enquiries several months (often 6 - 12 months) before the intended start date, while mid-year places are sometimes possible if space and assessment outcomes allow.

Read our parent's guide to the British Curriculum →

Explore more — related searches, map view, upcoming events

FAQs for Hungary

What does “British curriculum” mean in a Budapest international school?
It usually means the school delivers the English National Curriculum organised into Key Stages, with external Cambridge IGCSE examinations at about age 16 and a post-16 pathway such as A-levels or other international programmes. Schools may adapt the curriculum locally, for example by adding Hungarian language study or offering a bilingual stream, so check each school’s programme details.
What qualifications will my child take at 16 and 18?
Most British-curriculum schools in Budapest lead to Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE examinations at age 16. After that, schools either offer A-levels, an IB Diploma or other international/school-specific sixth-form pathways, so verify the school’s senior-school programme if you have a particular university or qualification in mind.
How much do British international schools in Budapest cost?
Tuition varies by school, campus and year group; published fee schedules for Budapest international schools show a wide range from lower-mid market levels up into the multi-million HUF per year bracket for older year groups at some schools. Expect additional mandatory or optional costs for school lunches, transport, uniforms and public examination fees, which are often billed separately from tuition.
When should I start the admissions process for a family relocating to Budapest?
Begin enquiries as soon as your move is confirmed: most families contact schools 6 - 12 months before the desired start, especially for Early Years, Year 1, Year 7 and sixth form entry points. Schools usually run assessments and place new pupils for the September intake, and some will accept mid-year transfers where there is space and the assessment shows a good fit.
Will my child be taught in English and learn Hungarian at school?
Yes - English is the primary medium of instruction at British-curriculum international schools in Budapest, and nearly all offer Hungarian lessons as part of the programme or as a bilingual option in some schools. Many schools also provide additional language choices (for example French, German, Spanish and Mandarin) and English-as-an-additional-language support for learners who need it.