IB Curriculum International Schools in Riga, Latvia
Compare 11 IB Curriculum international schools in Riga, Latvia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 11,275), location, and more to find the right international school now.
In Riga, IB international schools are relatively few but offer a complete IB pathway in many cases - Common offerings include the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP, sometimes at candidate status) and the Diploma Programme (DP), so families can often find an English-medium IB route from early years through pre-university. Instruction is usually in English, with Latvian language and culture taught as a host-country subject and additional modern-language or mother-tongue support (French, German and targeted Russian provision are commonly available). Published full-year tuition at established IB schools in the Riga area currently ranges from the lower thousands for early years up to roughly €16,000 - €19,500 for older secondary years, and most schools add one-off registration or capital fees plus optional charges for transport, meals and trips. The Latvian school year begins in September; international schools accept September intakes and often allow mid-year entry where places exist, so relocating families should start enquiries several months before their move and expect an assessment or English screening as part of admissions.
Which IB programmes are offered in Riga and what ages do they cover?
Most IB international schools around Riga offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early/primary ages, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for roughly 11 - 16 year-olds (sometimes as a candidate programme) and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16 - 19 year-olds. Families should check each school’s authorisations because some schools operate only part of the IB continuum while others run PYP - MYP - DP across all stages.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Tuition varies by school and pupil age: published fees at established Riga IB schools range from the lower thousands for preschool up to around €16,000 - €19,500 per year for upper secondary, with precise figures set annually by each school. In addition, most schools charge one-off registration or capital fees and may charge separately for transport, lunches, overnight trips and external exam costs, so compare total annual cost and the payment schedule before committing.
What language(s) are lessons taught in and what support is available for non-English speakers?
Instruction at international IB schools in Riga is typically English-medium, and schools commonly run English as an Additional Language (EAL) or tailored EAL support alongside mother-tongue lessons and compulsory Latvian studies so pupils learn about local language and culture. If your child is not fluent in English you should ask schools about the level and duration of EAL support, any language-entry assessment and whether mother-tongue or bilingual options are available.
When should we start the admissions process for a family relocating to Riga?
Because the Latvian academic year starts in September, most families aiming for a standard intake should begin enquiries and submit applications several months in advance - many schools open places and interviews early in the calendar year or by late spring for the following September. International schools usually accept mid-year entrants when space allows, but mid-year admission can require faster paperwork and sometimes pro-rata tuition; expect schools to request past school records, an intake assessment and proof of immunisation or identity documents.
What practical things should we compare when choosing an IB school in Riga?
Look for a school’s IB authorisations (which IB programmes it runs), the strength of English-language support and mother-tongue provision, accreditation or memberships (for example national authorisation and international accrediting bodies), class sizes and pastoral-care arrangements, and clear information on total costs and payment terms. Also consider campus location and transport links relative to where you will live, how the school supports transitions for mobile families, and whether its university-counselling provision matches your child’s post-secondary plans.
