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International Schools in Latvia

Compare 17 international schools in Latvia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 10,150), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
17
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
EUR 10,150
Fee range
EUR 585 – 23,800
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (10 schools)
Average school size
575 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lycée Français de Riga - Brasa
Oldest
Riga State Gymnasium No. 2 (1916)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Latvia

International schools in Latvia are concentrated around Riga (and nearby Piņķi) and mix English-medium day schools with a smaller number of schools that follow French or German national systems; several Riga schools also offer International Baccalaureate programmes. English is the dominant language of instruction at most international schools, and many provide English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) support alongside lessons in Latvian and other modern languages. Published annual tuition for established international day schools in the Riga area commonly falls in the roughly €8,000 - €20,000 range, with additional application, membership/capital and activity costs to budget for. Schools follow the Latvian academic year (term starts in September) and recommend families begin enquiries many months before the intended start date; non-EU families should also allow extra time to arrange visas or temporary residence permits.

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IB (13) British (3) French (3) German (1)

Choosing an international school in Latvia

Curricula

There are 17 international schools in Latvia covering 13 curricula. The most widely offered are IB (DP) (10), IB (MYP) (7), Bespoke Curriculum (5), IB (PYP) (5), French Curriculum (3). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Latvia runs from about EUR 585 to EUR 23,800, averaging roughly EUR 10,150. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Latvia run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

2 of the 17 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Latvia we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Latvia

What kinds of curricula will I find at international schools in Latvia?
You will find a mix: several schools in and around Riga offer International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP/MYP/DP), others follow British-style curricula (Cambridge/IGCSE or A-levels), and there are French- and German-language schools that operate within their national systems. Some schools combine international programmes with local accreditation or offer a hybrid of international and national courses, so always check the exact programmes a school is authorised to teach.
How much should we expect to pay for tuition and what other costs are typical?
Published annual tuition for English-medium day international schools in the Riga area typically ranges from the low-to-mid five-figure euros, with many schools publishing figures in the roughly €8,000 - €20,000 band; some specialist or boarding options can cost more. In addition to tuition parents commonly pay an application or registration fee, a one-off membership or capital levy at some schools, and extra charges for school lunches, transport, trips and optional activities.
When should we start the admissions process and what does it involve?
Most international schools follow the Latvian academic year that begins in September, so the main intake is for the autumn term and families are advised to start enquiries and applications several months (often 6 - 12 months) ahead of a September start. Admissions normally include submission of recent school reports, standard application forms, an assessment or placement test and sometimes interviews or trial days; many schools will accept mid-year entrants if places are available but capacity varies.
What languages are used for teaching and do schools support children who are not yet fluent in English?
English is the primary teaching language at the majority of international schools in Latvia, and most English-medium schools provide EAL or similar language support for learners arriving with limited English. For families who need instruction in other languages, there are French-language and German-language schools that teach primarily in those languages, and many schools also offer Latvian and other modern languages as part of the programme.
Do families from outside the EU need to plan for visas or residence permits when enrolling their children?
Yes - non-EU/EEA families moving to Latvia should plan extra time for immigration paperwork because a longer stay often requires a national long-stay visa or a temporary residence permit, and processing times vary by nationality. Schools can usually advise on the documents they provide (for example, confirmation of enrolment) but parents remain responsible for immigration applications and timings.