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SABIS SUN International School

Azerbaijan, Baku

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AZN 12,206 - 17,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 600
Type Co-educational
Opened 2015
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Russian
Strengths STEM, Sport, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Preschool, Kindergarten
Introduction

Located in Dreamland complex near Heydar Aliyev Airport, SABIS SUN International School serves students from age 3 to 18 in a non-selective, English-medium environment. The school follows a SABIS-designed Bespoke Curriculum and offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, AP, and American Curriculum options, with instruction in English and French. The SABIS AMS tracking system monitors student progress to identify gaps and guide targeted instruction, while the SABIS Point System standardizes assessments. The campus spans 67,000 square meters and includes science and computer laboratories, an auditorium, and sports facilities, including two pools, two indoor gymnasia, and an Olympic soccer field. Kindergarten has its own building and pool. Facilities include IT resources, a computerized learning and testing center, interactive whiteboards, a library, a dining room, and a book café. The school is licensed by Azerbaijan's Ministry of Education, and SABIS's network serves over 70,000 students.

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The Essentials

SABIS SUN International School has 600 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Dreamland, Khazar region, Baku, Azerbaijan. It sits on a 67,000 square meter campus and is close to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. It is part of the Dreamland exclusive golf and residences complex.

Stages
Kindergarten to Grade 12

Type
The school is a non-selective, co-educational, independent, English-medium day school. It serves both local and international communities.

Additional learning support
Special Academic Support is offered at an extra cost, including Summer School, Special Lessons, and Full-Special Classes.

Country affiliation
Azerbaijan; licensed by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan

School day structure
School hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Bus service
School bus services are provided by a fleet of Mercedes Sprinter minibusses. Buses are GPS-tracked and have supervisors and qualified drivers.
Fees

Annual tuition at SABIS SUN International School ranges from AZN 12,206 to AZN 17,000 for 2026/27.

Academics

SABIS SUN International School teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The SABIS Curriculum is designed by SABIS to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop a solid academic foundation. It is English-medium and delivered through clearly structured courses. Lessons use the SABIS Point System, with regular exams that teachers do not see in advance. A SABIS AMS tracking system monitors each student's progress to identify gaps and guide targeted instruction. The curriculum emphasizes a well-balanced body of knowledge and includes extended material for more able students.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates gain entry to highly competitive universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford. The SABIS Educational System notes that graduates commonly go on to reputable universities and pursue advanced degree programs.

Gifted and Talented
The academic program includes extended material for more able students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The SABIS® SUN International School uses the SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO) to develop life skills that empower students to make a difference. SLO functions as a student-led mini-society; prefets are selected to manage SLO, and all students are encouraged to join and participate in academic and non-academic activities. Student Life Coordinators allocate real-life tasks and advise and support students in their efforts. The SLO contributes to educating SABIS Network students who are academically strong, morally sound, mentally sharp, and socially aware.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Admission to SABIS SUN is based on a student's willingness to put in effort to reach full potential, with placement determined by academic attainment and age as a limiting factor. Students entering Grade 2 and above must take diagnostic tests to determine correct placement. Students found to be behind academically are offered options at an extra cost, including Summer School (a six-week program in June–August), Special Lessons (extra periods in weak subjects), and Full-Special Classes (accelerated programs designed to prepare students to join regular classes).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
SABIS SUN's goals include a well-rounded education based on a mastery of English and mathematics, and the system helps students acquire a firm command of a second language. English language proficiency is a core component of the SABIS Curriculum, supporting international academic preparation. The program emphasizes developing English language skills alongside other subjects to enable global competitiveness.
Parent Experience

History
SABIS SUN International School opened in 2015 to serve Kindergarten to Grade 8, and today serves Kindergarten to Grade 12. The campus covers 67,000 square meters within Dreamland, an exclusive golf and residences complex near Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku, Azerbaijan. Like other SABIS Network schools, SABIS SUN is a multinational, non-selective, co-educational, independent, English-medium day school serving both local and international communities. The language of academic instruction is English, with Russian and French offered as second foreign languages. The SABIS Network began in 1886 with the opening of the International School of Choueifat, and today educates over 70,000 students in 20 countries across five continents.

Community
Throughout the academic year, SABIS SUN International School organizes major events that parents and students look forward to eagerly. Students have a unique opportunity to show their talents and gain experience in a wide range of academic and sport events conducted at national and international levels. Major events include: The SABIS Regional Tournament, a biennial international sporting competition involving teams from across the SABIS Network; SABIS STARS, a regional educational contest; Open Day where prospective parents are welcome to visit the campus; Talent Show showcasing students' talents; and numerous fundraising events benefiting charitable organizations. The SLO Department also organizes educational quizzes, spelling bees, mathematics quizzes, and a variety of other competitions, and a wide range of after-school activities and clubs are available, including ballet, swimming, gymnastics, basketball, football, and golf.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Situated in the olive gardens of the Khazar region in Baku on a 67,000 square meter campus within Dreamland, SABIS SUN International School offers a well-defined learning environment. The facilities include science and computer laboratories, an auditorium, and extensive sports facilities including two swimming pools, two indoor gymnasiums, and an Olympic soccer field with a running track. The Kindergarten department is a separate building with its own indoor swimming pool, a multipurpose indoor sports center, and a dedicated kindergarten car track. Information Technology features include a computerized learning and testing center, interactive white boards, and e-learning resources. The campus also has a dining room and a book café for the school community.

Sports Facilities
Two swimming pools are part of the sports facilities, including a semi-Olympic pool used for PE and interschool events. The sports complex includes two indoor gymnasiums with spaces for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and handball. There is a full-size all-weather athletics and soccer field with a running track and long-jump pit, plus grandstand seating. Outdoor basketball courts are available for use. The Kindergarten has its own indoor gymnasium and indoor swimming pool as part of its dedicated facilities.

Academic Facilities
Three science laboratories support chemistry, biology, and physics. A Computer Laboratory provides student access to computers. ITL®: Integrated Testing and Learning® Centre hosts exams for students in grades 2 to 12. The library offers a wide range of books to support reading and research. Interactive white boards and e-learning resources are used across classrooms.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Debate, science fair, mathematics club, geography club, and geography Olympiad club are offered by the SLO Activities Department. Robotics is also available as part of SLO activities. These activities support inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Participation occurs during the SLO period and after school.

Arts & Creative
Art and music are offered as clubs, and dance is available as well. Ballet is listed among after-school activities. The Talent Show showcases singing, dancing, and music.

Social & Hobbies
A wide range of after-school activities and clubs are available including ballet, swimming, gymnastics, basketball, football, and golf. Yoga and chess are also offered. The SLO Activities Department manages these clubs and activities during SLO and after school.

Community & Service
Fundraising events are organized with proceeds donated to charitable organizations. The SLO Department coordinates these fundraising events. Educational quizzes, spelling bee contests, and mathematics quizzes are also organized by the SLO Department.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Ballet, swimming, gymnastics, basketball, football, and golf are available as after-school activities. Yoga is also offered as part of the after-school program. These options provide a range of physical activities for students. Activities are organized during SLO and after-school periods.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English.
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