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Kings Tirana

Albania, Tirana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ALL 7,989 - 13,255
Ages 5 - 18 years
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages Albanian, German, French, Turkish, Spanish, Italian, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Kings Tirana offers a UK-based education in Albania for students aged 5 to 18. The curriculum centers on GCSEs and A-Levels provided by Pearson, with a Foundation Year (Degree Pathways) that guides Albanian students toward UK universities and culminates in a Pearson Assured Diploma. In addition to international qualifications, Albanian Leaving Examinations (Provimet e Lirimit) and Matura Shtetërore are available for local students. The school opened in 2018 as Tirana's first Kings Partner School and is part of Kings Education, a network with history dating back to 1957. Instruction is in English across subjects, with French and German as second Modern Languages; Albanian Language, History and Geography are compulsory for Albanian students. The campus supports after-school enrichment including Creative Arts, piano and flute lessons, sports teams, Debating Club, MUN, and a Young Entrepreneurs Club, plus a Kings Summer programme. Kings Tirana provides UCAS guidance and applications support through Kings pathways.

Rruga Kodra Derhemit, Lundër 1, 1045, Tirane, Albania

The Essentials

Kings Tirana has instruction in English.

Location
Kings Tirana is located in Tirana, Albania. The school serves Preschool through Upper Secondary education, with a Targeted Learning Programme, After-school, and Kings Summer. It prepares students for GCSE and A-Level qualifications and integrates local Albanian certifications Provimet e Lirimit and Matura Shtetërore. A Degree Pathway Diploma enables local Albanian students to complete their final Matura year at Kings Tirana and progress directly to UK universities.

Stages
The school has Preschool, Primary, Lower Secondary, and Upper Secondary divisions. It also offers a Targeted Learning Programme, After-school, and Kings Summer.

Country affiliation
Albania
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a mandatory school uniform for Years 1–6. The School Uniform consists of school-branded polo shirts or blouses, formal trousers or skirts, and blazers or sweaters for colder months; a PE Uniform is worn for sports. Kings Tirana also operates a House Uniform and a House System to promote participation and community; House Uniform is worn on Fridays and during House competitions and activities, as designated by the School.

House System
The school has a four-house system: Lady Diana, Fleming, Lennon, and Brontë. Students may wear the House Uniform on designated days, including Fridays and during House competitions and activities, to promote participation and school spirit.

Governance and Ownership
Kings Tirana is a Kings Partner School, part of Kings Education, joining a global network of campuses and benefitting from the group's international curriculum and guidance.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kings Tirana ranges from ALL 7,989 to ALL 13,255 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- No separate application or registration fee amount is published for general admission to Kings Tirana; applications are submitted via the schools online admissions form.

Tuition fees (2026/27) — annual and per-term by year group

- Preschool: (Preschool tuition is not listed in the public 2026/27 tuition table.)

- Primary (Key Stage 1)
- Year 1: EUR 7,989 per year (equivalent to EUR 2,663 per term).
- Year 2: EUR 7,989 per year (EUR 2,663 per term).

- Primary (Key Stage 2)
- Year 3: EUR 8,480 per year (EUR 2,826.67 per term).
- Year 4: EUR 8,480 per year (EUR 2,826.67 per term).
- Year 5: EUR 8,480 per year (EUR 2,826.67 per term).
- Year 6: EUR 8,480 per year (EUR 2,826.67 per term).

- Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)
- Year 7: EUR 10,373 per year (EUR 3,457.67 per term).
- Year 8: EUR 10,373 per year (EUR 3,457.67 per term).
- Year 9: EUR 10,373 per year (EUR 3,457.67 per term).

- Upper Secondary (Key Stage 4 & 5)
- Year 10: EUR 13,255 per year (EUR 4,418.33 per term).
- Year 11: EUR 13,255 per year (EUR 4,418.33 per term).
- Year 12: EUR 13,255 per year (EUR 4,418.33 per term).
- Year 13: EUR 13,255 per year (EUR 4,418.33 per term).

(Note: per-term figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three, consistent with the schools three-term academic calendar for 2026/27.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school operates a three-term academic calendar for 2026/27 with term start dates and term structure published for Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3; invoicing and fee periods are aligned to those terms. Parents should expect fees to be billed in line with the three-term structure.

- Specific invoice due-dates, late-payment penalties, instalment plan options and related billing conditions are not shown in the public tuition summary; detailed billing terms are issued with official fee invoices and in the schools fee-billing information.

Boarding fees

- Kings Tirana does not offer boarding facilities; there are no boarding fees. All students are day students and must live with a parent or legal guardian.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniform: A compulsory uniform policy applies (compulsory for Years 16, with phased extension). Required items include school-branded polo shirts/blouses, formal trousers/skirts, blazers or sweaters and a PE uniform. Specific uniform prices are not published in the public policy text.

- School transport: A school bus/transport service is available across key areas of Tirana; route and transport fees are published separately on the schools transport information.

- After-school activities, extra-curricular clubs, private lessons, exam entry fees (Pearson/Edexcel), external examination or specific course materials, specialist resources, trips and selected extracurricular options may carry additional charges; these are billed separately when applicable.

Refund and withdrawal information

- A public, detailed refund/withdrawal policy and specific fee-refund rules are not presented in the publicly posted tuition summary or policies pages; refund/withdrawal conditions and any pro rata arrangements for students joining or leaving mid-term are set out in the schools formal billing and account terms provided with invoices and parent-billing materials.

Fee payment options

- The publicly available pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card or local payment providers) in the tuition table. The schools official invoices and fee-billing documentation provide the accepted payment methods and instructions.

Summary of the key numerical fees (2026/27)

- Year 1 & 2: EUR 7,989 per year (EUR 2,663 per term).
- Year 3  6: EUR 8,480 per year (EUR 2,826.67 per term).
- Year 7  9: EUR 10,373 per year (EUR 3,457.67 per term).
- Year 10  13: EUR 13,255 per year (EUR 4,418.33 per term).
Academics

Kings Tirana teaches British Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
Kings Tirana uses a UK-based curriculum with GCSEs and A-Levels as core qualifications, supporting a progression from Preschool to Upper Secondary toward higher education. GCSEs are awarded by Pearson and form the core of Years 10–11, while A-Levels are awarded by Pearson and run in Years 12–13. Locally, the curriculum also integrates Albanian certifications, Provimet e Lirimit (Leaving Examinations) and Matura Shtetërore (State Matura). A distinctive feature is the Degree Pathways Foundation Year (Foundation Year), which bridges Albanian students to UK universities and is followed by a Pearson Assured Diploma recognized by UK institutions. Kings Tirana provides pathways to universities worldwide and offers guidance to match students with their chosen higher education routes, including Kings campuses and pathway centres in the UK, US, and Albania.

Higher Education Progression
Kings Tirana provides expert guidance for university success through To University with Kings, helping students gain admission to universities worldwide. The program offers tailored support to match aspirations and academic profiles and benefits from Kings' long experience in international education. The Degree Pathways Foundation Year supplements local Matura with a Pearson Assured Foundation Year Diploma, enabling entry to UK universities. Graduates have access to Kings pathway networks, including campuses in the UK and pathway centres in the US.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a House System with four houses: Lady Diana, Fleming, Lennon, and Brontë, which fosters teamwork, leadership, and social connection across year groups. The school has a School Counsellor who provides dedicated student wellbeing support. The school has a Pastoral Vice-Principal who leads pastoral care for students. Inter-house activities foster social development through sports, academic challenges, and artistic performances that build friendships and resilience. The school emphasises communication and collaboration as part of its wellbeing-oriented culture.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Targeted Learning Programme designed to support students who join Kings Tirana with learning gaps. This programme provides additional tailored assistance to help students catch up and excel.

Mental Wellbeing
The school has a School Counsellor who provides dedicated student wellbeing support. The school has a Pastoral Vice-Principal who leads pastoral care for students. The House System fosters social connection, teamwork, and leadership across year groups. Inter-house activities including sports, academic challenges, and artistic performances help students build lasting friendships and essential life skills. The school emphasises communication and collaboration as part of its wellbeing-focused culture.
Parent Experience

History
Kings Tirana opened in 2018 as the first Kings Partner School in Tirana. It is part of Kings Education, a global network with over 65 years of history and students from more than 60 countries. The Kings Education history began with the founding of the first Kings school in Bournemouth in 1957. Kings Tirana follows a UK-based curriculum offering GCSEs and A Levels, with Albanian qualifications available via Provimet e Lirimit and Matura Shtetërore, including a Degree Pathway Diploma that enables local students to complete the final Matura year and progress to UK universities. The school serves students aged 5 to 18.

Community
Kings Tirana fosters a strong sense of community through a House System with four houses: Lady Diana, Fleming, Lennon, and Brontë. The House System promotes teamwork, leadership, and school spirit through inter house activities such as sports, academic challenges, and artistic performances. Parents stay connected through the Parent Portal which provides guidelines, updates, and access to important information and schedules.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school at Kings Tirana offers enrichment beyond the classroom. Primary students (Years 1–6) can join Creative Arts, Piano for Beginners, Junior Football, Flute Lessons, and Gardening. Lower Secondary students (Years 7–9) can join Creative Arts, Piano for Beginners, Flute Lessons, School Football Team, School Volleyball Team, School Basketball Team, and Debating Club. Upper Secondary students (Years 10–13) can join Creative Arts, Piano for Beginners, Flute Lessons, School Football Team, School Volleyball Team, School Basketball Team, MUN, and Young Entrepreneurs Club. The programme also includes the Kings Summer programme as part of enrichment beyond the academic year.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
UK-based curriculum leading to GCSEs and A-Levels, with a Foundation Diploma for UK university pathways. Albanian qualifications are available through Provimet e Lirimit and Matura Shtetërore for local students. English is the sole language of instruction across all subjects, with Second Modern Languages – French and German; Albanian Language, History and Geography are compulsory for Albanian students.

Arts & Creative
After-school offers Creative Arts, Piano for Beginners, Flute Lessons, and Gardening for Years 1–6. Lower Secondary adds Sports teams (football, volleyball, basketball) and Debating Club. Upper Secondary adds MUN and the Young Entrepreneurs Club.

Cultural & Language
English is the sole language of instruction across all subjects, with Second Modern Languages – French and German. Albanian Language, History and Geography are compulsory for Albanian students but optional for non-Albanian students. Albanian students follow an international curriculum in English while preparing for Provimet e Lirimit and Matura Shtetërore.

Social & Hobbies
Houses and enrichment clubs help students feel part of something bigger and build friendships across year groups. The After-school Programme offers a wide range of activities by year group, including Debating Club and MUN, plus numerous sports. Music and arts courses such as Piano and Flute are also offered after school.

Leadership & Professional
Kings Tirana's House System fosters leadership, teamwork, and school spirit across all year groups. Kings Tirana is a UCAS centre and provides direct support for UK university applications through To University with Kings. A Degree Pathway Diploma enables local Albanian students to complete their final Matura year at Kings Tirana and progress directly to UK universities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
School Office hours are 08:00–17:00; Student timetable runs 08:00–15:20, with after-school care from 15:20–16:10. After-school offers a wide range of activities including Creative Arts, music lessons (Piano, Flute) and sports teams. There is a safe door-to-door school transport service available.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the sole language of instruction across all subjects, with English as an Additional Language support including intensive English, immersion strategies, and after-school Targeted Learning Support. French and German are offered as Second Modern Languages. Albanian Language, History and Geography are compulsory for Albanian students but optional for non-Albanian students. Albanian students sit Provimet e Lirimit and Matura Shtetërore to obtain Albanian qualifications, with bilingual subject support and exam-preparation sessions.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the sole language of instruction at Kings Tirana across all subjects. Second Modern Languages offered are French and German. Albanian Language, History and Geography are compulsory for Albanian students but optional for non-Albanian students.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Age and eligibility: Kings Tirana educates students aged 3 to 18 years (Preschool to Upper Secondary). Entry requirements to join Kings Tirana include demonstrating academic potential, commitment to excellence, embracing the school's values, showing a positive attitude toward learning, engaging in the school community, and meeting enrolment regulations. Transfers from other curricula are accepted based on availability. We do not offer boarding facilities and do not provide visa sponsorship or legal tutor arrangements; parents are responsible for visas and guardianship.
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