Most popular international schools in Iran

Tehran International School provides an international education at No.1, 1st Peyvand, Farhang Square, Saadat Abad, Tehran. It operates a bespoke curriculum and applies the Responsive Classroom approach, creating a safe, challenging, and joyful learning environment. This framework emphasizes teaching and practicing specific social skills so students become independent, responsible learners who can access the academic curriculum. The curriculum offers variety, excitement, and diversity and serves students up to age 13. The school runs separate campuses for boys and girls and is based in Iran. Its mission is to prepare students to live in a multilingual and multicultural world and to develop fluency in English. The school has a history of continually reassessing student needs in light of social, economic, and cultural change. Extracurriculars include Mind Games Festival, Rubik's Cube Competition, Scratch Coding, Nuclear Science, and Astronomy, along with Art Class activities such as Book Day and Monster Parade. Sports, a PTA, and well-being initiatives support student engagement and community life.

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Bespoke Curriculum

Located at Block 22, Darvish Street, C/O Embassy of India, Saadi Ave, Qayedi (Hedayat) Ave, Noor Mohammadi Ave, Tehran, Kendriya Vidyalaya Tehran is part of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan network. It serves the children of Indian diplomatic and civilian staff stationed in Tehran and others connected with Indian mission. The school offers education in English and follows the CBSE curriculum for a seamless progression to Indian board examinations. It provides classes from primary through secondary levels, with textbooks and assessment practices aligned to CBSE standards. The campus emphasizes a structured, inquiry-based approach to learning, complemented by co-curricular activities that reflect Indian cultural and national observances. As an overseas Kendriya Vidyalaya, it maintains close ties with the Embassy of India to support student transitions and community events. The school's country affiliation is India, and it aims to provide a consistent educational experience aligned with Indian standards while serving expatriate community in Tehran.

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IRR 9,600 – 13,800

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CBSE Curriculum

Pakistan Embassy International School & College Tehran is located at Building 15, 6th Golestan Street, Paydarfard Street, Pasdaran, Tehran. The school serves the Pakistani community and teaches Cambridge CAIE curriculum from pre-nursery through A‑levels, with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge O Level, Cambridge International AS and A Level, and Cambridge Pre‑U. FBISE SSC/HSSC qualifications are offered for Pakistani students (classes 9–12). The institution is affiliated with Cambridge Assessment International Education and operates as an official Cambridge examination centre, enabling internal students and private candidates to register and sit exams through the school. It is the only institute in Tehran affiliated with FBISE Islamabad and Cambridge International Examinations UK. Extra‑curriculars include English essay writing, spelling bees, speech and debate, and art and sports competitions. Academic and Intellectual clubs, Arts and Creative clubs, and Cultural and Language clubs support student learning, while a focus on character, discipline and mutual respect helps create confident citizens worldwide.

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Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum

École Française de Téhéran (EFT) is a French national school in Tehran, affiliated with the AEFE network and supervised by the Embassy of France. Located at 1623 Avenue Shariati, EFT serves students from ages 3 to 18 and delivers the French education programs, from Maternelle through Terminale. The curriculum is homologated by the French Ministry of National Education and follows the pedagogical objectives and organizational rules of French public schools, with instruction for all mandatory subjects delivered in person by teachers. EFT prepares pupils for the DNB and the Baccalauréat. The school emphasizes projects across the arts, science, and languages. Notable activities include science experiences, Autumn in Creative Boxes, and a leaflet project about amusement park. Digital projects include Web Radio and Web TV, with solar-powered resources. Life at EFT includes an Association Sportive, health and safety under Vie scolaire, and culture contacts for language activities, reinforcing a multilingual community.

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3 to 18 years

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French Curriculum

The Pietro Della Valle Italian School is located at No. 47 Farmanieh, Lavassani Ave., Tehran, Iran. It follows the Italian Curriculum, guiding students through Italian educational standards within an international setting. The school serves families seeking formal instruction aligned with Italian teaching traditions while based in Tehran. Classes are organized under the Italian curriculum framework, supporting learning across primary and secondary levels with Italian language study integrated with other subjects. The Campuses in the Farmanieh district offer a familiar linguistic and cultural environment for students transitioning between Iran and Italy. The curriculum emphasizes a clear progression through core subjects, Italian literature and culture, and opportunities for assessment consistent with Italian education requirements. The school emphasizes continuity with Italian schooling norms, facilitating transitions for students pursuing higher education in Italy or other Italian-speaking contexts. This arrangement provides a structured pathway for families seeking an Italian education in Tehran today, ensuring continuity.

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IRR 3,500 – 7,700

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Italian Curriculum