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British School of Tirana

Albania, Tirana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ALL 400,000 - 935,000
Ages 0 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Type Co-educational
Opened 2016
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Albanian, French, German
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

British School of Tirana (BST) is a British‑style international school located at Rezidenca Kodra e Diellit 2, Tirana, Albania. It delivers the National Curriculum of England and Wales through Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A‑Levels, under license from the Albanian Council of Ministers. The school serves learners aged 0–18, offering Early Years through A‑Levels. Founded in 2016 as an Early Years setting, BST is now home to about 500 students from over 15 countries and is the first and only fully accredited British‑style school in Albania, regularly inspected by British authorities. Class sizes average 18 students, with a maximum of 22, and wellbeing support from professional counsellors. BST operates across two campuses in Kodra e Diellit 2, with a Primary library, gym, art room, computer lab and KS1 playground, plus a Secondary gym, art atelier and science lab. The programme emphasizes enrichment through sport, performing arts and Model United Nations globally.

Rezidenca Kodra e Diellit 2, Tirana, Albania

The Essentials

British School of Tirana has 500 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
Tirana, Albania. Address: Rezidenca Kodra e Diellit 2, Tirana, Albania. The school serves students aged 9 months to 18 years (Early Years to Year 13).

Stages
Early Years (9M-5Y); Primary School (5Y-11Y); Secondary School & A-Level (11Y-18Y)

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school welcomes nearly 500 students aged 1 to 18 from over 15 countries.

Country affiliation
British-style international school in Albania; follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales.

Bus service
BST offers a safe and reliable school bus service with routes planned to meet the needs of the school community; for routes, schedules, and availability contact +355 69 7780 012.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy. All students wear BST uniforms; athletic clothing is required for Physical Education; uniforms and PE uniforms are ordered at the school; samples are available to try on in the Fitting Room.

Food Options
Hot lunches are cooked on site daily. Daily menus are shared with parents monthly and include a range of options, such as meat and non-meat dishes, pasta with sauces, fresh vegetables, fruit, and yogurt. No processed food is served, and all items can be mixed and matched; pupils are encouraged to try a little of something new every day.

House System
BST has four Houses – Dajti, Skanderbeg, Buna, and Butrint. Every pupil belongs to a House, which runs in-house competitions and activities. House Points are earned weekly and the House Cup is awarded each term.

Governance and Ownership
BST is governed by a Board of Directors. The Chair is Peter Maunder; the Vice-Chair is Deborah Jackson B/Phil (Ed), PGCE, M.Ed, who became BST's founding principal in 2018. Other governors include Aida Breti (Child Protection and Safeguarding Governor), Sonila Bejtja (Parents and Community Governor), and Fozilet Simoni.
Fees

Annual tuition at British School of Tirana ranges from ALL 400,000 to ALL 935,000 for 2026/27.

Registration / Application Fee

- Registration fee (paid once when joining): ALL 18,000. Sibling registration fee: ALL 15,000 per additional child. The registration fee is not refundable.

Standard tuition fees (Academic year September 2026 – June 2027)

- Early Years (Infants/Toddlers group, 0–3 years): Annual tuition ALL 400,000. Per term (annual fee divided by three terms; calculated figure): ALL 133,333.
- Early Years (Nursery/Reception group, 3–5 years): Annual tuition ALL 500,000. Per term (calculated): ALL 166,667.
- Primary School (Year 1 to Year 6): Annual tuition ALL 660,000. Per term (calculated): ALL 220,000.
- Secondary School Year 7–9: Annual tuition ALL 825,000. Per term (calculated): ALL 275,000.
- Secondary School Year 10–11: Annual tuition ALL 880,000. Per term (calculated): ALL 293,333.
- Sixth Form (Year 12–13): Annual tuition ALL 935,000. Per term (calculated): ALL 311,667.

Per-term note

- The per-term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three (the academic year is published as September–June). The school publishes the annual tuition amounts and the payment plan; the per-term figures shown here are derived for clarity.

Examination, curriculum materials and other academic costs

- External examination fees: Year 6 (Primary) ALL 21,000 (tbc). IGCSE (Year 11) external examination fee listed as ALL 21,000 per examination (tbc).
- Uniform (summer, winter, sport and ceremony uniform set): ALL 48,000 for a full set.
- School stationery set: ALL 19,000.
- Textbooks and online books/applications: Year-specific charges are published; examples shown include Y1–Y6 generally ALL 25,000 where applicable, Y7–Y9 examples ALL 50,000, and Y10–Y13 examples ALL 100,000 (amounts noted as to be confirmed for some years). Exact textbook charges are confirmed at enrollment per year group.

Other charges and optional services

- International and optional school trips, graduation expenses, specialist one-to-one learning support, after-school clubs and some enrichment are not included in the annual tuition and will incur additional charges as applicable.
- Transport (school bus): ALL 100,000 per academic year when the service is required; to be paid upfront in two installments.
- After-hours care (Primary/Secondary): ALL 1,500 per hour (applies after 15:45 and before 08:30). Nursery after-hours care (after 17:35 and before 07:30) is ALL 1,500 per hour.

Discounts

- Sibling discounts: 5% discount on the oldest child's annual fee in the case of two children. For three children from the same family, a 5% discount is applied on the annual fees of the oldest two children.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Registration and non-refundable enrollment installment must be paid to secure a place. School fees must be paid according to the published payment plan.

- Primary/Secondary payment plan (examples shown as ranges tied to the payable amounts):
- Registration (on joining): ALL 18,000 (siblings ALL 15,000). Due on registration.
- 1st enrolment installment: ALL 120,000 – 240,000. Due upon registration / on joining.
- 2nd installment: ALL 180,000 – 240,000. Due 5th September.
- 3rd installment: ALL 120,000 – 240,000. Due 5th December.
- 4th installment: Any remaining figure. Due 5th February.

- Nursery payment plan (illustrative installment ranges published):
- Registration (on joining): ALL 18,000 (siblings ALL 15,000). Due on registration.
- 1st instalment: ALL 60,000 – 80,000. Due 1st September.
- 2nd instalment: ALL 60,000 – 80,000. Due 5th October.
- 3rd instalment: ALL 60,000 – 80,000. Due 5th December.
- 4th instalment: ALL 60,000 – 80,000. Due 5th February.
- 5th instalment: ALL 60,000 – 80,000. Due 5th March.
- 6th instalment: Any remaining figure. Due 5th June.

Late payment and related penalties

- Late payment charges apply when fees are not paid by the due date. The current late payment charge is calculated at an interest rate of 2%, plus an additional administrative fee for processing the late payment. All parents remain liable for fee payments on the published due dates.

Refunds and withdrawal notice

- The registration fee is explicitly non-refundable. The non-refundable enrollment installment is required to secure a place. Written notice of withdrawal must be given by the legal guardian or parent at least TWO MONTHS before the last day of the student's last term. The published schedule and conditions govern refunds and remaining fee liabilities.

Boarding

- Boarding is not listed or charged; no boarding fees are published for the school.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Payments should be made directly to the designated bank account in the agreed currency. If payment is made in a different currency than agreed, the school reserves the right to apply its own exchange rate and notify if there is any difference. The published bank details: Banka Kombëtare Tregtare; Account number: 425000221; Account name: British School of Tirana; EURO IBAN: AL6920511258000221CLPRCFEURO; LEK IBAN: AL9220511258000221CLPRCLALLA; SWIFT: NCBAALTX. All payments should include payer name and invoice/account reference.

Summary of headline amounts (annual, ALL)

- Registration: ALL 18,000 (siblings ALL 15,000).
- Early Years (0–3): ALL 400,000. Early Years (3–5): ALL 500,000.
- Primary (Y1–Y6): ALL 660,000.
- Secondary Y7–Y9: ALL 825,000. Y10–Y11: ALL 880,000. Y12–Y13: ALL 935,000.

(Fees and dates shown are those published for the 2026/27 academic year.)
Academics

British School of Tirana teaches British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows exclusively the National Curriculum of England and Wales, licensed by the Albanian Council of Ministers. It offers Early Years, Primary, Secondary and A-Level education. The school prepares students for internationally recognised qualifications including IGCSE and A Levels. These qualifications are delivered in partnership with leading international examination boards such as Pearson Edexcel.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size around 18 students, with a maximum of 22.

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment and extra-curricular programmes nurture the whole child, offering opportunities that develop leadership, teamwork and global awareness, including international enrichment experiences such as Model United Nations (MUN).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides comprehensive social and emotional support through a professional school counsellor who supports learners across Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. The school's approach helps students build resilience, develop positive relationships, and grow into confident, happy, and balanced individuals. Emotional wellbeing is as important as academic achievement, and programmes are designed to support personal growth, self-awareness, and mental health throughout the school journey. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe and supportive environment to help them thrive in and out of the classroom. The school aims to foster strong partnerships with parents and caregivers, ensuring everyone is engaged and informed so that students receive consistent support at home and at school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school welcomes pupils with special educational needs or disabilities. Admission is considered where the school can provide appropriate support for the child's needs. A child may be assessed by the School's Special Educational Needs (SEN) staff if this is found to be necessary by the School. Where required, parents may be asked to provide an Educational Psychologist's report or a medical report to determine provision, and the school may discuss provision with external agencies. Where specific provision is required, parents may be asked to pay an additional charge. The student's personal assistant provides the school with the IEP in English and Albanian and maintains ongoing contact with teachers to support progress.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
We welcome pupils from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds, including overseas pupils and those with English as an additional language (EAL). A programme of support lessons in English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided according to the individual needs of the child (additional fees may apply). Pupils entering Nursery and Reception may have lower levels of English proficiency, with subsequent transfer to Year I depending on achieving a suitable level of English. It is an expectation that at least one parent has proficiency in English, both spoken and written, and all communications between the School and home will be in English. Non-native English students will be required to undertake a language proficiency assessment before a place is offered, and extra EAL testing may be charged.

Mental Wellbeing
Emotional wellbeing is recognised as central to the school's educational approach. The wellbeing programme supports personal growth, self-awareness, and mental health throughout the school journey. A professional school counsellor provides targeted support to learners across all year groups, helping them build resilience and maintain balance. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive environment to aid their wellbeing both inside and outside the classroom.

Safeguarding
There is a safeguarding policy with defined Roles and Responsibilities for staff, the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), the Named Safeguarding Director, and the Board. The DSL ensures that child protection procedures are followed and makes appropriate referrals to Albanian authorities when necessary. The Named Safeguarding Director ensures the school maintains an effective safeguarding policy and supports practice; Directors must not have access to individual case details. The DSL safeguards staff training, ensures compliance with legislation, informs the Principal of significant concerns, develops links with external agencies, and determines whether to take further action. If a safeguarding concern arises, staff must speak to the DSL promptly and record information on the same day; records are kept securely and confidentially. The school adheres to Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines, maintains confidentiality, and supports whistleblowing to raise concerns about safeguarding.
Parent Experience

History
BST was founded in 2016 as an Early Years setting and quickly grew into a full Primary, Secondary and A‑Level school. It is the first and only fully accredited British-style school in Albania, regularly inspected by official British education authorities. BST is an international school welcoming around 500 students aged 1 to 18 from over 15 countries. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales and prepares students for IGCSE and A Levels in partnership with leading international examination boards. Class sizes are small, averaging 18 students with a maximum of 22, and wellbeing support is provided by professional school counsellors.

Community
The BST Alumni Network celebrates the achievements of graduates and supports ongoing connections; the Class of 2025 is the first graduating class, with destinations across Europe and beyond, including Politecnico di Torino, NABA Milan, Webster University Vienna, Bocconi University, and London Metropolitan University. The Alumni Network offers graduates a platform to stay connected, share experiences, and collaborate. The BST Parents' Organisation fosters a strong home–school partnership, bringing families together through events, workshops, and volunteer opportunities, and encouraging open communication so that parents have a voice in school matters. This community-focused approach contributes to a warm, inclusive BST environment for students and families.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
BRITISH SCHOOL OF TIRANA PTA is the British School of Tirana Parent Teacher Association. It is established under Albanian law and the school's general regulations, drawing on best practices from British schools abroad. The PTA's objectives are to promote BST's interests, enhance pupil welfare, foster cooperation among parents, teachers, and the Board, provide a forum for parent voices, exchange ideas, and support extra-curricular activities and fundraising. The PTA does not interfere in the administration, curricular decisions, or disciplinary matters; the headteacher may review the Association's actions. Membership includes staff representatives, governing body representatives, and all BST parents/guardians, with others able to apply for membership. The PTA structure includes Class Parents' Associations (elected per class) and the School Parents' Association (an advisory body with annual elections) that meet regularly and coordinate with the staff; the Association keeps minutes and manages finances.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
BST operates across two campus buildings in Kodra e Diellit 2. The Primary School is housed in a bright two-storey building with open, airy classrooms. The school features a library, gym, art room, and computer lab integrated into learning spaces as resource centres. Younger pupils in Key Stage 1 have a dedicated playground for outdoor learning. The Secondary School occupies a three-storey building with open, airy spaces and is well-equipped with a gym, an art atelier, and a science lab.

Sports Facilities
The Primary School includes a gym for physical education and a dedicated KS1 playground for outdoor activity. The Secondary School is well-equipped with a gym for sport and PE. BST's sport programme includes regular training sessions and school sporting events. These activities promote teamwork, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle.

Academic Facilities
Primary School has a library, a gym, an art room, and a computer lab integrated into learning spaces as resource centres. Younger pupils in Key Stage 1 have a dedicated playground for outdoor learning. The Secondary School features a science lab and an art atelier. Both campuses use open, airy spaces designed to support learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
BST offers enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities including sports, performing arts, project-based learning, cultural events, and community engagement. Activities are inclusive and designed to ensure every student can participate, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. Students can represent BST at international events such as Model United Nations and other educational conferences. Enrichment connects classroom learning to real-world experiences and develops critical thinking, communication, and leadership. The programme includes clubs and educational trips.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers an enrichment and extra-curricular programme that extends learning beyond the classroom. It includes sports, performing arts, project-based learning, cultural events, and community engagement, designed to be inclusive and age-appropriate. The programme fosters creativity, leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, and global awareness. Students also participate in international enrichment experiences, such as Model United Nations and other conferences, linking classroom learning to real-world contexts.

Arts & Creative
The Creative Arts are a vibrant and integral part of life at BST. From visual arts to music, drama, and design, students explore ideas, talents, and identities. The curriculum combines hands-on practice with project-based learning and reflection, building imagination, discipline, problem-solving, and communication. Exhibitions, performances, and showcases celebrate student creativity, while Art at IGCSE/AS/A Level is supported by a strong creative curriculum that fosters confidence, teamwork, empathy, and cultural awareness.

Cultural & Language
BST integrates international enrichment experiences and cultural events into school life. Students have opportunities to represent BST at international educational and cultural conferences and other student-led forums. These experiences broaden global perspectives and foster cross-cultural collaboration.

Social & Hobbies
Dedicated to social and recreational engagement, BST offers sport, performing arts, and cultural events as part of its enrichment programme. All activities are inclusive, enabling every student to participate, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. Participation nurtures teamwork, communication, and social connections with peers across the school.

Community & Service
Community engagement is a feature of BST's enrichment programme. Students participate in community initiatives alongside their academic studies, learning about social responsibility. Outreach projects connect BST with local communities and broader audiences.

Leadership & Professional
BST supports leadership development through a House System and a Student Council. These structures give students opportunities to lead activities, organise events, and represent peers. Participation develops teamwork, communication, and project-management skills for future study and careers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and other physical activities are included in the enrichment programme. The activities also include performing arts and cultural events to develop confidence and collaboration. The programme helps students grow in confidence and build a sense of belonging within the school community.
Reputation

Accreditations
COBIS accreditation in progress; long-standing COBIS Compliance Member; working toward full COBIS Patron's Accreditation and Compliance Program; EYFS not part of COBIS as of current disclosures; part of a global network of British international schools; the school is positioned to meet COBIS standards across teaching, care, leadership and governance.
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