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Albanian College Tirana II

Albania, Tirana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ALL 4,800 - 7,000
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 225
Type Co-educational
Opened 2024
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Albanian, German
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Albanian College Tirana II is a modern international school in Tirana, Albania, located on Rruga Kodra e Diellit. It delivers English-language instruction within the American Curriculum and International Baccalaureate across PYP, MYP, and DP for students aged 3 to 16. The Early Years program is concept-driven, inquiry- and play-based, with units covering English, Albanian, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Music, Visual Arts, and PSPE. Hands-on learning develops communication, thinking, collaboration, independence, and ownership of learning. Open since September 2024, ACT II builds on Albanian College Tirana I and Durrës with nationalities. Director Dominika Patzer prioritizes community engagement and partnerships. On campus, a cafeteria and library exist; IB textbooks are loaned; Grade 11 uses TI-84 Plus calculators. A University Counsellor supports pathways, and after-school activities may incur charges. Arts instruction is specialist-led (PYP Music; PYP Visual Arts; MYP English and Drama); Albanian and German are taught. The school fosters leadership and citizenship.

Rruga Kodra e Diellit, Tiranë, Albania

The Essentials

Albanian College Tirana II has 225 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Kodra e Diellit Street, Tirana, Albania.

Stages
Early Years; Middle School Programme; Primary School Programme

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 15 countries represented.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Albanian College family. The campus opened in September 2024. The Interim Director is Dominika Patzer.
Fees

Annual tuition at Albanian College Tirana II ranges from ALL 4,800 to ALL 7,000 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- Application Fee: EUR 70. This fee is non‑refundable and is payable when the application form is submitted; it covers administrative costs including any required testing.

Tuition fees (annual and installment breakdown by year group)
- Early Years: EUR 4,800 per year. Installment option: three equal instalments of EUR 1,600 (1st, 2nd, 3rd).
- Grades 1–5: EUR 5,600 per year. Installment option: EUR 1,900 (1st), EUR 1,900 (2nd), EUR 1,800 (3rd).
- Grades 6–9: EUR 6,000 per year. Installment option: EUR 2,000 (1st), EUR 2,000 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd).
- Grade 10: EUR 7,000 per year. Installment option: EUR 2,500 (1st), EUR 2,500 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd).
- Grade 11: EUR 7,000 per year; additional Calculator fee applies (see Other costs). Installment option: EUR 2,500 (1st), EUR 2,500 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd).
- Grade 12: EUR 7,000 per year; additional Examination fees apply. Installment option follows the Grades 10–12 schedule above.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard payment schedule (installment dates): First installment due 1 August; Second installment due 1 December; Third installment due 1 April. Each installment must be received by the due date to avoid late fees. Students enrolling after a payment date have a five‑day grace period before late fees apply. Re‑enrollment is automatic unless the main office is notified in writing by 1 August; without notification, late fees will apply. Late payments are charged an interest penalty of 2% compounded monthly.

Boarding fees
- Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and mandatory items
- School Uniform Set: EUR 150 (not included in tuition).
- Transportation (bus): EUR 1,200 per year; transportation may be paid in three installments.
- Calculator (Grade 11 and 12): Grade 11 students are required to have a TI‑84 Plus calculator; cost when purchased through the school is up to EUR 300. Grade 12 examination‑related fees also apply.
- Textbooks for IB programmes: textbooks are provided on loan; any damaged or unreturned texts incur a charge equal to the published price of the book plus a 20% restocking fee.
- After‑school activities: generally included in tuition, though some activities may carry additional charges as advertised by the activity organisers.

Refund information
- No specific refund policy or refund amounts are provided in the published tuition procedures.

Fee payment options and banking details (how to pay)
- Payments are to be made by bank transfer through one of the school's specified banks. Required payment details include beneficiary name “ALBANIAN COLLEGE SHPK” and the supplied IBANs and SWIFT codes for EUR and ALL accounts at OTP Bank Albania and Raiffeisen Bank. After payment, forward the payment receipt to accounting@actirana.edu.al.

What is included in the tuition
- Tuition covers class attendance, access to the school cafeteria, facilities and library, and textbooks on loan for the IB programmes (subject to the return/damage terms listed). Some after‑school activities are included; exceptions where extra charges apply will be advertised by the activity organisers.

Notes on annual fee setting and changes
- Fees for succeeding years are set and released in advance by the school; the school states that fees are set in accordance with related costs and released by the end of March for the coming year.
Academics

Albanian College Tirana II teaches American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
The school has Early Years, Primary School, and Middle School Programmes. The Early Years curriculum is concept-driven and delivered through an inquiry- and play-based approach. It includes four units of inquiry across English Language, Albanian Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Music, Visual Arts, and Personal, Social, and Physical Education (PSPE). The curriculum emphasizes hands-on, play-based learning and develops social, self-management, communication, thinking, and research skills. It fosters independence and aims for students to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and take ownership of their learning and actions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides social-emotional learning through a dedicated school counseling program. The School Counselor, Jonida Murataj, has studied psychology and holds a master's degree in counseling psychology. Her approach focuses on emotional and social well-being in a holistic manner. She guides students through personal challenges to build confidence and resilience. Mental health awareness is a priority, with personalized support for each student's journey. She collaborates with teachers and parents to create a positive, enriching school experience.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has English-language instruction and teachers for English. The staff includes an English Teacher, Albanian Language Teacher, and a German Language Teacher, indicating multilingual language offerings.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to ACT II's student support. The School Counselor provides personalized support and emphasizes mental health awareness. Her holistic counseling focuses on emotional and social well-being to help students navigate challenges. The counselor aims to build resilience and confidence and works with students, teachers, and parents to promote a supportive environment.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a safe, welcoming environment through the School Counselor's work with students, teachers, and families to support welfare and well-being. The counseling program emphasizes emotional and social development and mental health awareness as part of safeguarding. The counselor provides personalized, confidential support to students to ensure they feel valued and protected. The school values a holistic approach to student welfare, collaborating with families and staff.
Parent Experience

History
ACT II opened in September 2024 as the newest member of the Albanian College family. A teaching team representing 11 nationalities brings international perspectives to learning. At ACT II, the school builds on the strong foundations of its sister schools, Albanian College Tirana I and Albanian College Durrës, offering an inclusive and innovative learning environment where every child is encouraged to think critically, act with integrity, and grow as a lifelong learner. Dominika Patzer serves as Interim Director and emphasizes community engagement and strong partnerships with parents. The mission is to create a positive, holistic, inquiry-based learning environment, and the vision is to develop intelligent, creative, compassionate, forthright students who own their learning and demonstrate leadership, with the aim of transforming teaching and learning in Albania.

Community
ACT II is home to families from more than twelve countries, providing a truly international experience for students and parents. It is an English-speaking school, with curriculum roots found in the American educational experience. Community engagement and strong partnerships with parents are valued, with parents described as an essential part of the learning community contributing their voices, culture, and support. The campus is located on Rruga Kodra e Diellit in Tirana, and contact details are available for inquiries.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus includes a cafeteria and a library on site. Instruction is conducted in English. The school offers International Baccalaureate programmes. Textbooks for IB programmes are loaned to students.

Academic Facilities
The school offers International Baccalaureate programmes. A University Counsellor supports student university pathways. Textbooks are loaned for IB programmes. Grade 11 students are required to use a TI-84 Plus calculator in class; the calculator can be supplied by the student or purchased by them.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities are available; charges may apply as advertised by the activity organizers.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Middle School Programme is a holistic, inquiry-based framework designed for students aged 11 to 16. Student-Centered Learning encourages active exploration and problem-solving. The program emphasizes critical thinking, ownership of learning, and the development of lifelong, globally minded citizens.

Arts & Creative
Arts are taught by specialist staff: PYP Music (Gianmarco Vumo) and PYP Visual Arts (Rebecca McGonigle), with MYP English and Drama taught by Brittany Bond.

Cultural & Language
The school operates in English and hosts a diverse, international community with a teaching team representing 11 nationalities. Albanian Language is taught by Ejona Xhebexhiu, and German Language is taught by Ema Butka.

Social & Hobbies
Arts and performance are integrated into the student experience with PYP Music and Visual Arts and MYP English and Drama, and there is a School Counselor to support student well-being.

Leadership & Professional
The Vision seeks intelligent, creative, and compassionate students who own their learning and demonstrate leadership. The Mission describes a positive, holistic, inquiry-based learning environment, and the Director emphasizes leadership and global citizenship.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A holistic, inquiry-based environment supports student well-being, and a School Counselor provides guidance and wellbeing support.
Languages

Language Provision
The school is English-speaking. English is the language of instruction. Albanian Language is taught as a subject in the curriculum. In Early Years, the curriculum includes English Language and Albanian Language among core subjects.
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