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International Schools in Saint Petersburg, Russia

Compare 14 international schools in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RUB 677,942), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
14
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
RUB 677,942
Fee range
RUB 14,640 – 1,500,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
EYFS (Early years foundation stage) (5 schools)
Average school size
152 pupils
Largest by enrolment
St Petersburg International School (Herzen University)
Oldest
International Academy Saint Petersburg (1993)
About international schools in Saint Petersburg, Russia

International schools in Saint Petersburg typically offer a mix of British-style programmes (British National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels), some campuses that follow the International Baccalaureate and a small number of national-language schools (for example German), while several schools also run dual Russian/international tracks. Instruction at many international schools is primarily in English, with compulsory Russian lessons and additional language streams such as German or French available at specific schools. Published annual tuition varies by school and programme but commonly sits in the mid-six-figure to low seven-figure range in Russian roubles - examples on school websites show headline fees around ₽1,100,000 to ₽1,500,000 and some international campuses publish fees in euros. Admissions are practical and local: families should expect school tours, English-language assessments or trial days and one-off entrance or capital fees, and while there is a main intake for the new school year many schools accept applications year-round and offer language-support programmes for newly arrived pupils.

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FAQs for Russia

Which curricula are available in Saint Petersburg’s international schools?
You will find several models: British National Curriculum pathways that lead to Cambridge IGCSEs and A-Levels, International Baccalaureate (at some schools), and full German-language provision at the German international school; some schools also combine the Russian state programme with an international curriculum so students can leave with both national and international certificates. These offerings are published on individual school sites and vary by campus and year group.
What languages are used for teaching and will my child learn Russian?
Many international schools teach primarily in English and include Russian language tuition as part of the programme, and a number of schools run bilingual streams or allow Russian-speaking pupils to follow the Russian state programme alongside the international one. There are also schools where German is the language of instruction and others that offer French or additional language options.
How much does international school education cost in Saint Petersburg?
Published fees differ by school, age and programme; for 2026/27 examples shown on school websites include a German international school publishing a base annual fee of about ₽1,103,000, an international British school listing fees starting around ₽1,500,000, and a multinational campus quoting fees in euros (annual fees reported from mid-four figures in EUR). Families should check each school’s fee schedule for included extras (meals, transport, exam charges) and one-off entrance or capital payments.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Most schools run an open-day or school-tour programme and use an English assessment or trial day to place newcomers; some accept admissions throughout the year while the principal intake is for the new school year in late summer. Expect one-off entrance or capital fees and to be asked for current school reports, passports/IDs and vaccination or medical records; larger campuses also have corporate/diplomatic arrangements for employer invoicing. Check each school’s admissions page for exact deadlines and assessment requirements.
Will qualifications transfer if our family moves again or plans university abroad?
Yes - Cambridge IGCSEs/A-Levels and the IB Diploma are internationally recognised and designed for student mobility, and German international school qualifications are recognised for entry to universities in Germany and elsewhere; schools that combine Russian and international programmes also aim to keep pathways open for study in Russia. Parents should confirm subject choices, external examination options and university guidance with the school, because recognition depends on the specific qualifications taken.
What should we look for on a school visit in Saint Petersburg?
On a visit check language-support arrangements for non-Russian speakers, sample class sizes, how the school supports transitions (trial days, assessment and EAL or Russian language lessons), and what is included in tuition versus charged extras such as transport, meals and examination fees. Also ask about staff nationalities and experience, safeguarding and pastoral care, and university or progression support if you have older children.