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International Schools in Serbia

Compare 10 international schools in Serbia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RSD 6,805), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
10
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
RSD 7,560
Fee range
RSD 270 – 16,500
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (6 schools)
Average school size
617 pupils
Largest by enrolment
London Gates Belgrade
Oldest
École Française de Belgrade (1951)
About international schools in Serbia

International schools in Serbia form a small, concentrated market centred on Belgrade with a few schools in cities such as Novi Sad and Niš, serving both expatriate families and Serb families seeking foreign curricula. English-medium education is the norm, with the International Baccalaureate and British (Cambridge/IGCSE/A-level) routes most commonly offered and a smaller presence of American AP, French and German streams. Fees in Belgrade are generally lower than many Western European capitals but vary by school and programme; published annual tuition is commonly quoted in Serbian dinars or euros, and families should budget separately for enrolment charges, transport, meals and exam fees. Admissions tend to be rolling at many schools though some run fixed pre-registration windows, so it is sensible to begin enquiries several months before your intended start and to have passports, translated school reports and vaccination records ready.

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Choosing an international school in Serbia

Curricula

There are 10 international schools in Serbia covering 15 curricula. The most widely offered are Cambridge IGCSE (6), Cambridge A Levels (6), Cambridge (Primary) (5), Cambridge International AS Levels (5), Cambridge (Secondary) (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 Serbia runs from about RSD 270 to RSD 16,500, averaging roughly RSD 7,560. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Serbia 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

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Serbia 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 Serbia

What curricula do international schools in Serbia offer?
Most international schools in Serbia offer the International Baccalaureate or British curricula (Cambridge IGCSE and A-levels), while a smaller number run American Advanced Placement pathways or national systems taught partly in English; there are also French and German schools following their home systems. Some state schools and private centres offer the IB Diploma in English for the final two years, so curriculum options extend beyond purely fee-paying international schools.
How much should we expect to pay for international schooling in Serbia?
Tuition varies by school, age and programme but Belgrade sits in a mid-European price band with many schools publishing annual figures in local currency; some fee guides and school pages report typical mid-range annual tuitions in local dinar equivalents and higher charges for IB Diploma years at certain schools. On top of core fees expect one-off registration or capital levies, school transport, lunches, device requirements and external exam entries, all of which can materially increase the annual cost.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
A large proportion of Belgrade’s international schools admit on a rolling basis, so availability rather than a fixed deadline is often the main constraint, but a few schools (for example French and some national-system schools) operate formal pre-registration windows. Families are advised to start enquiries six to nine months ahead of a September start (or as early as possible for popular year groups), expect interviews or assessment days and to supply passport, birth certificate, recent school reports (officially translated where required) and vaccination records.
What language support and Serbian-language considerations should we expect?
English is the primary language of instruction at most international schools, with many offering EAL support and some bilingual English - Serbian programmes or mother-tongue/self-taught options for other languages. Serbian language classes are commonly available, and parents should note that Serbian citizens attending international schools may need to follow equivalence or national-curriculum requirements if they later transfer back to the state system or seek Serbian university recognition.
What practical checks should parents make when comparing schools in Serbia?
Confirm the specific curriculum and any authorisations or accreditations (for example IB authorisation or recognised regional accreditations), examine published fee schedules and what they include, and check the school’s policy on language support, class sizes and mid-year admissions. Also look at transport options, extracurricular provision, how the school handles transitions to local or overseas systems, and whether the school’s enrolment policies (for example nationality caps or residency requirements) affect your application.