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European Azerbaijan School - Secondary

Azerbaijan, Baku

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AZN 3,000 - 17,500
Ages 3 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification
Taught languages Russian, German, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

European Azerbaijan School is a private English-language IB continuum school in Baku, Azerbaijan, serving students aged 3 to 17 across two campuses: Yasamal for Early Years and Primary, and Badamdar for Middle Years, Diploma and CP. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate across its divisions with PYP, MYP, DP and CP, and also offers the BTEC qualification. In the Secondary School, learning follows the MYP (Grades 5–9) and DP (Grades 10–12) pathways, with CP integrated into the programme. The institution is authorized by the Ministry of Education and is the only Azerbaijani school accredited in all four IB programmes. It earned Council of International Schools accreditation and joined COBIS as an Accredited Member in 2023. Facilities at the Secondary Campus include specialist classrooms, science labs (Chemistry, Physics, Biology), an IB Study Centre, a Fine Arts Suite, a Music Room, a STEAM room, a Gymnasium, a 25m swimming pool, a library and an 840-seat Auditorium, plus a Nurse. After-school activities span swimming, team sports and a wide range of clubs including robotics and theatre.

1128, A. Abbaszadeh str., Baku

The Essentials

European Azerbaijan School - Secondary has instruction in English.

Location
The European Azerbaijan School is located in Baku, Azerbaijan. Primary Campus: 7C Hasan Majidov Street, Yasamal district. Secondary Campus: 1128 A. Abbaszadeh Street, Baku.

Stages
Early Years (ELC), Primary (PYP), Secondary (MYP/DP/CP).

Type
Private English-language school offering IB programmes.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school serves citizens of Azerbaijan and multiple other countries; students come from diverse linguistic backgrounds; the language policy notes that the majority speak Azerbaijani at home.

Additional learning support
EAL (English as an Additional Language) support up to the IB Diploma Programme (DP) level and language-learning assistance; in-class EAL support and additional language options are available as needed.

Country affiliation
Azerbaijan

School day structure
Primary day starts around 8:30 and finishes around 16:00, with breaks and a lunch period; the schedule includes breakfast, language sessions and multiple lesson blocks.

Bus service
School transport operates with nine buses; about 190 students use the service; buses cover multiple areas of the city and include a guide-teacher on each bus; buses are equipped with GPS and surveillance cameras.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen offering lunch, with Lunch 1 for Grades 5–7 (13:00–13:30) and Lunch 2 for Grades 8+ (13:30–14:00).

Governance and Ownership
The European Azerbaijan School is a private school authorized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan. It is governed by a Board of Trustees; Tale Heydarov is Founder and Chairman of the Board; Stuart Walker is Vice-Chairman; Asif Jahangirov is President of The International Association of Educational Organizations for Human Pedagogy; Matthew Burfield is Executive Principal/CEO; Francesco Banchini is CEO and Director of European Azerbaijan School.
Fees

Annual tuition at European Azerbaijan School - Secondary ranges from AZN 3,000 to AZN 17,500 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- One‑time non‑refundable registration fee: AZN 3,000.

Tuition fees — Secondary (listed by programme / year group)
- Middle Years Programme (Grades 5–9): Annual tuition — AZN 14,500 (local). Per‑instalment schedule based on the school invoicing plan: 20% = AZN 2,900; 30% = AZN 4,350; 50% = AZN 7,250.
- Middle Years Programme (Grades 5–9) — Expat rate: Annual tuition AZN 15,500. Per‑instalment: 20% = AZN 3,100; 30% = AZN 4,650; 50% = AZN 7,750.
- Diploma Programme (Pre‑DP, DP1, DP2 / Grades 10–12): Annual tuition — AZN 17,500 (local and expat same). Per‑instalment: 20% = AZN 3,500; 30% = AZN 5,250; 50% = AZN 8,750.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School invoices tuition in three instalments as follows: 20% due after registration (upon registration confirmation); 30% due 20 August; remaining 50% due 25 January. The school issues invoices to parents in these instalments.

Boarding / Residential provision
- Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school and provides school bus transport between campuses and city routes. (Transport is a separate, chargeable service.)

Other costs and one‑off charges
- School uniform (one set) is included in the tuition fee. Meals and textbooks are included in tuition where noted; DP examination fees are included in the tuition charge.
- Transport (school bus): transportation is not included in tuition; an additional transport fee is charged and varies by distance and route. Parents pay separately for bus service.
- Additional support services: a separate fee will be charged where a student requires extra EAL (English as an Additional Language) or SEN (special educational needs) support.

Refund information
- The registration (application/registration) fee is non‑refundable. (This fee must be paid as part of the application/registration process and does not guarantee admission.)

Fee payment options and invoicing
- Tuition is billed in the three instalments outlined above; invoices are issued to parents. Specific payment arrangements and acceptable payment methods are managed by the Admissions / Finance team; families are invoiced and given payment instructions by the school. Contact details for admissions are available through the school's admissions portal.

Notes for parents (factual summary)
- The figures above are expressed in Azerbaijani manat (AZN) and apply to the Secondary programmes (MYP and DP) as published by the school. The school issues invoices and handles payment schedules through its Admissions/Finance offices; certain optional services (transport, extra learning support) carry additional charges.
Academics

European Azerbaijan School - Secondary teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
The European Azerbaijan School delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) across its divisions. In the Secondary School, learning follows the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 5–9 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 10–12. The school also offers the Career-Related Programme (CP) as part of the IB continuum. The Diploma Programme is a rigorous, academically balanced two-year programme designed to prepare students aged 15–17 for success at university and in life beyond. The CP provides a comprehensive framework that combines DP courses with a CP core and an approved career-related study. The IB approach is embedded across the school's curriculum from the Early Learning Centre (ELC) and Primary Years Programme (PYP) through to Secondary.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are accepted to leading universities worldwide. The school highlights admissions of its students to universities across the globe. Top graduates receive a University Support Grant to assist with the first-year tuition deposit, housing, or travel costs. The Diploma Programme is designed to prepare students aged 15 to 17 for success at university and in life beyond.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student wellbeing is central to learning at EAS. Guided by the IB philosophy, the school supports students' emotional, social, and psychological development to become balanced, caring, and reflective learners. Full-time counselors/psychologists support emotional well-being, relationships, motivation, learning challenges, and transitions. Wellbeing is reinforced through sessions and assemblies offering Social Emotional Classes (SEL), mindfulness and emotional regulation, art therapy, bullying awareness, and Mental Health Day. The P.A.N.T.S curriculum supports child protection education, inclusivity, student voice, and safe reporting. The school aims to be a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student can thrive as a global citizen.

Mental Wellbeing
Full-time counselors support students' mental wellbeing, focusing on stress, resilience, and emotional health. Mindfulness and emotional regulation are integral parts of wellbeing sessions. Art therapy classes provide alternative expression and coping strategies. Regular programs address mental health awareness and peer relationships to support emotional health. The school encourages students to seek help and share concerns in a safe, supportive environment.

Safeguarding
EAS has an established Safeguarding Committee that monitors and reviews child protection and safeguarding practices across the school. The committee ensures that all students feel safe, secure, and protected in the learning environment. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, with all staff—teaching and non-teaching—actively supporting welfare and protection. Annual safeguarding and child protection training is provided to all staff. Students are encouraged to speak up about concerns, which are treated with care, respect, and appropriate action.
Parent Experience

History
The European Azerbaijan School is a private school authorized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan. It was founded by Tale Heydarov, who serves as Founder and President of the Board of Trustees. The school offers International Baccalaureate programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP) authorised in 2017, Diploma Programme (DP) authorised in 2015, and Middle Years Programme (MYP) authorised in 2021, and is an IB World School with Career-related Programme (CP) accreditation, making it the only Azerbaijani school accredited in all four IB programmes. The school operates on two campuses, Yasamal for Early Years and Primary, and Badamdar for Middle Years, Diploma and CP. Enrollment has grown from 95 students in 2012 to 1,901 students, and as of 2023 it earned Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation and joined COBIS as an Accredited Member.

Community
The PTA of the European Azerbaijan School serves as a vital link between parents, teachers, and the school leadership to foster collaboration and a strong, inclusive learning community. On December 14, 2019, the first PTA Conference was held at the Secondary Campus, with more than 250 attendees, and the mission and objectives were outlined by the Director. The PTA Board comprises members led by Primary School Chair Jeyla Rahimova and Secondary School Chair Ramil Aliyev. The PTA regularly organizes meetings and collaborative projects to enhance the educational experience, including events such as the PTA Breakfast at EASPresso Coffeeshop.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of the European Azerbaijan School serves as a vital link between parents, teachers, and the school leadership to foster collaboration and a strong, inclusive learning community. On December 14, 2019, the first PTA Conference was held at the Secondary Campus with more than 250 participants, and 102 PTA members were elected along with 15 PTA Board members. The chairs are Jeyla Rahimova (Primary School) and Ramil Aliyev (Secondary School). The PTA regularly conducts meetings and collaborative projects to improve the educational experience, including events such as the EAS PTA Breakfast.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The European Azerbaijan School operates two state-of-the-art campuses. The Secondary Campus features Specialist Classrooms, Science Labs for Chemistry, Physics and Biology, a Study Centre for IB students, a Fine Arts Suite, a Music Room, a STEAM room, a Gymnasium, a 25m Swimming Pool, and Library and Study Zones. An 840-seat Auditorium and a Nurse room are also on site. Across the campuses there is a modern theatre, a fully equipped computer lab, a spacious library and a large dining area.

Sports Facilities
Gymnasium and a 25m Swimming Pool are available at the Secondary Campus. Top sports facilities exist across the two campuses.

Academic Facilities
Specialist Classrooms support subject-specific learning. Science Labs include Chemistry, Physics and Biology. A dedicated Study Centre supports IB students. A Fine Arts Suite, a Music Room and a STEAM room support arts and technology education. The Library and Study Zones provide research space, and the 840-seat Auditorium hosts events; a Nurse room is on site.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities run after class, with Swimming, Volleyball, Basketball and Dance among the offerings. A wide range of clubs is available, including paid and unpaid options. Examples include Fencing, Pottery, Ebru, Handmade Crafts, Carpet Making, Glass Painting, Fashion Design, Vocal and Chess. Other clubs cover languages, arts, and academic prep, such as Theatre, MUN, Robotics and Scratch programming, IELTS and SAT preparation, and Start IT programs (AI, Python, Cybersecurity). Instrument lessons (Piano, Guitar, Violin) are offered through Bel Canto.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Academic Unpaid Clubs (Grades 5–7) include Azerbaijani language; English language; English literature; Mathematics; German; Russian; French; Spanish; Italian; and Chinese. Cambridge KET Exam Preparation (A2 level for Grades 5–6) and PET Exam Preparation (B1 level for Grade 7) are offered. Academic Unpaid Clubs (Grades 8–DP) include Azerbaijani for Attestat; English; Mathematics for Attestat; German for Attestat; Russian for Attestat; SAT Preparation; Chemistry; Physics; Biology; IELTS Preparation; and PET Preparation (B1 level for Grades 8–9). The school also provides exam-prep and language-support options as part of its senior secondary academic offering.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative clubs include Drama (Azerbaijani); Drama (Russian/English); Song Club; Dance; Beauty and the Beast-themed drama; World Culture; Constructors; Fashion Design; Ebru; Modern Drawing; Ceramics; Drawing; Carpet Weaving; Handcrafts; Beadwork; and related visual and performing arts activities. Additional theatre and stage activities include Theatre Club and Stage Performance, with performances staged for the school and external audiences. Paid and unpaid offerings cover a broad range of expressive arts from traditional crafts to contemporary visual arts and music-related clubs.

Cultural & Language
Cultural and language offerings include MUN Club and World Culture. Language-focused activities span Azerbaijani; English; German; Russian; French; Spanish; Italian; and Chinese at the student-club level. These clubs complement the school's multilingual environment and international-baccalaureate framework.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby clubs include Stage Performance; Table Tennis; Beadwork; Visual Art; Scratch Club; Robotics; MUN Club; and Experimental Science. There are also paid clubs such as Rugby; Badminton; Archery; and Dance-related activities, along with Theatre, Vocal, Chess, Aikido, Football, Volleyball, Guitar, Piano, and Violin offerings. The clubs enable informal interest groups and recreational activities after classes.

Community & Service
Community and service-oriented connections include PTA – Parent-Teacher Association; ATDC; BEAS; Alumni networks; and Silk Road Olympiad participation. The school highlights community engagement opportunities and alumni involvement as part of campus life.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and professional-development opportunities include MUN Club; SAT Preparation; IELTS Preparation; and PET Preparation. Start IT Programming for Kids (AI, Python, Cybersecurity) provided by Start IT Education Center offers coding and tech-skills development. Brainomy Club (logical thinking) complements student leadership and problem-solving skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Afterschool activities include Swimming; Volleyball; Basketball; Rugby; Badminton; Archery; Football; Dance; and other athletic options. Afterschool activities are free of charge to students, supporting both physical well-being and family logistics.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the main language of instruction across the IB programmes; all subjects are taught in English. Azerbaijani is taught as a language, with English language development support; additional Language Acquisition or Ab Initio options include Russian, German, Spanish, French, Italian and Chinese, offered according to student demand and availability, with external language exams available for some languages (e.g., DELE, HSK, PLIDA, DELF). English language development and EAL support help students access the curriculum, and a language balance target is at least 70% English instruction with 30% dedicated to maintaining linguistic identity through Azerbaijani and/or other languages.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The European Azerbaijan School is a private school authorized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The school is recognized by the Azerbaijani government as a private institution.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission is open to students of all nationalities who can access and benefit from the international curriculum and IB programmes offered by European Azerbaijan School. 2. The school runs the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP), with a clear progression from Primary to Secondary. 3. Specialist teachers are employed at all grade levels and are qualified to work within IB PYP, MYP and DP. 4. Dedicated IB programme coordinators guide academic programmes and support learning. 5. There are additional language offerings for non-Azerbaijani students who cannot follow language courses in Azerbaijani. 6. The best way to get to know the school is through an admissions tour. 7. A pre-admissions meeting and a campus tour with an Admissions team member can be arranged. 8. Online registration is available via eas.openapply.com. 9. Interested applicants complete an application. 10. All completed application documents, a non-refundable registration fee, and any additional supporting information requested by the school (transcripts, tests, examination results, or SEN documentation) must be submitted. 11. The admissions office reviews all materials against published admissions criteria. 12. Final decisions for admission are made by the Director, whose decision is final. 13. The preliminary eligibility assessment comprises an internal online test for Primary (starting from Grade 1) and Secondary sections to provide information about the student's ability. 14. Through interviews in Secondary, the school assesses English language proficiency, initial language course needs, motivation, and willingness to be collaborative; teacher references are sought and academic records examined. 15. A diagnostic assessment is provided during the first week of school in all subjects to monitor progress. 16. Language course allocations, including EAL provision, are arranged based on assessments. 17. Admission decisions fall into four categories: Accept; Accept conditionally; Decline; Waiting List. 18. Age guidelines apply for entry (ELC 3-5 years by December 31; Primary Grades 1–4 by December 31; etc.). 19. The Director's decision is final. 20. Payment of the application fee is not a guarantee of admission. 21. When an offer is made, a confirmation email is sent to the parents and a phone call is made. 22. Registration for the upcoming academic year operates on a rolling admissions process. 23. In March, the school provides information about examination procedures and the selection process. 24. The Admissions Office informs parents/carers of the school's decision. 25. Registration forms for ELC, Primary, and Secondary are available via eas.openapply.com. 26. Admitted students may be placed on probation or conditional admission; standard probation lasts three months and may extend to one semester; ongoing monitoring and support are provided. 27. The Admissions Policy aligns with the Inclusion Policy and IB Access and Inclusion Framework; the school welcomes students with mild learning disabilities who can engage with the curriculum with differentiation and support; the SEND Department participates in review of applications requiring access and inclusion considerations. 28. There is a standardised Appeals process for admissions decisions.

Waitlist
Registration operates on rolling admissions. Four admission outcomes exist: Accept; Accept conditionally; Decline; Waiting List.
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