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British International School Classic

Bulgaria, Plovdiv

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Bulgarian
Fees €4,700 - 7,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1997
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Bulgarian, English, Italian, German, Spanish
Typical class size 8
Strengths Academic Enrichment
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The British International School Classic is a private international school in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, serving students aged 3 to 18. It combines the Bulgarian State Educational Standard with the English National Curriculum Key Stages and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school also provides Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, alongside a Bespoke Curriculum, creating multiple routes from early years through pre-university. Founded in 1997 as British International Primary School Classic, it expanded with the High School Classic in 2000. It has been an ETS TOEFL iBT centre since 2005 and a COBIS member since 2011. In 2013 it became an education and exam centre aligned with the British National Curriculum and a centre for IGCSE and A Levels; in 2019, Classic planned to become an IB School as part of the Diploma Programme. The campus is located at 37 Tsar Boris III Obedinitel Str., Entrance E, Plovdiv 4000, Bulgaria, and the school is affiliated with Bulgaria. A Bespoke Curriculum supports individual student needs.

37 Tsar Boris III Obedinitel Str., Entrance E, Plovdiv 4000, Bulgaria

The Essentials

British International School Classic has typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English, Bulgarian.

Location
Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The school is located at 37 Tsar Boris III Obedinitel Str., Entrance E, Plovdiv 4000. A map is provided on the Contacts page.

Stages
Pre-School Education Centre Wonderland (ages 3-6); Private Primary School Classic; Private High School Classic; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Type
Private, international school; Bulgarian State Educational Standard with the English National Curriculum Key Stages.

Country affiliation
Bulgaria

Bus service
The school provides a bus service; transport arrangements are managed by the school.
Fees

Annual tuition at British International School Classic ranges from EUR 4,700 to EUR 7,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (annual and per-installment by programme/ year group)
- Pre‑School (standard annual fee for 2026–2027): EUR 4,700. Per installment (two equal instalments): EUR 2,350.
- Bulgarian and British Curriculum (Grade 1–12, standard annual fee for 2026–2027): EUR 5,700. Per installment (two equal instalments): EUR 2,850.
- International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma Programme, standard annual fee for 2026–2027): EUR 7,000. Per installment (two equal instalments): EUR 3,500.

Application / enrolment deposit
- A deposit of EUR 1,000 is required upon submission of an application for enrollment. This deposit is included in the annual tuition fee and is deducted from the total when the education contract is signed. The deposit is non‑refundable in the event of withdrawal or termination by the client, and proportionally spent amounts for the time the student has attended school are deducted.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed in two installments and payment is made via bank transfer according to the deadlines specified in the education contract. In case of failure to meet payment deadlines, interest of 5% of the annual fee is charged for the period defined in the contract.
- Transportation fees are charged monthly in advance; the monthly fee is payable even if the student is absent. When two children from the same family use transportation, the family pays one and a half transportation fees. Lunch fees are charged monthly in advance.

Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not provided. (Boarding facilities: DAY.)

Other obligatory or potential additional costs
- Alignment/entry tutoring (when required after the entry test): EUR 1,000 per subject for the 2026–2027 academic year.
- Additional expenses that may apply: textbooks for Bulgarian and British educational standards; security services; school uniforms; additional educational materials; drug testing for students aged over 14; certificate, exam and diploma administrative fees for British and other international examination bodies; and other optional activities requested by parents. Specific amounts for these items are charged separately.

Refunds and withdrawal handling
- The EUR 1,000 deposit is treated as part of the annual tuition and is non‑refundable if the family withdraws or terminates the contract; fees already proportionally spent for the student's attendance are deducted. Other refund conditions follow the terms specified in the signed education contract, and late‑payment interest and deductions are applied as described in the contract.

Fee payment options
- Primary method of payment: bank transfer. Installment payments and monthly charges (transportation, lunch) are processed via bank transfer as specified in the education contract.
Academics

British International School Classic teaches IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school combines the Bulgarian State Educational Standard with the English National Curriculum Key Stages, and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education at universities abroad.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school recognises the emotional, intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral and social development of pupils, emphasising the affective side of learning and a holistic approach. The learning process focuses on developing practical intelligence, creativity, self-regulation and communication. The school promotes tolerance, teamwork, effective communication and conflict-resolution, with inclusion and support embedded in daily practice. Pupils stay emotionally engaged with learning as part of the school's philosophy of holistic development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches fluent English to the students. Bulgarian Language Tuition for Speakers of Other Languages is offered under Language tuition.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed by policies and procedures. When safeguarding concerns arise, the school informs child protection authorities and school management.
Parent Experience

History
The British International School Classic was founded in 1997 as British International Primary School “Classic,” and the British International High School “Classic” was established in 2000. It was recognised as an authorised ETS and TOEFL iBT centre in 2005, and became an accredited member of The Council of British International Schools in 2011. In 2013, the school became an education and exam centre aligned with the British National Curriculum and a centre for International GCSE and GCE Advanced Level qualifications. In 2019, “Classic” planned to become an IB School as part of the IB Diploma Programme. The school combines the Bulgarian State Educational Standard with the English National Curriculum Key Stages.

Community
The World of Classic emphasizes democracy and freedom as core values for children, alongside human rights and the Law, the family and the nation, and the importance of communication, cooperation, self‑confidence and tolerance. It also highlights labour, literacy, culture and art, spiritual beauty and physical harmony. The learning process is based on the concept of the holistic child, enabling development across intellectual, emotional, spiritual, creative, physical, moral, social and practical domains, while fostering social skills, self-regulation and joy in learning. The school aims to guide each child to discover their interests and path to discovery.
Languages

Language Provision
Bulgarian language tuition for speakers of other languages is available. The school provides an English-language examination centre offering English Language exams, as well as IGCSE and GSE Advanced Level exams, the IB Diploma Programme, and TOEFL iBT.

Bilingual Teaching
The school combines the Bulgarian State Educational Standard with the English National Curriculum Key Stages. Grades 1 to 7 follow the Bulgarian National Educational Standard on a full-day schedule. Grades 8 to 11 combine Bulgarian standards with International GCSE and International A Levels under the UK Department for Education. From Grade 11, the school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Reputation

Accreditations
ETS and TOEFL IBT centre (authorized 2005)
Council of British International Schools (COBIS) member since 2011
Education and exam centre for International GCSE (IGCSE) and GCE Advanced Level exams (designated 2013)
IB Diploma Programme (became IB School as part of the IB Diploma Programme in 2019)
IB World School status (as listed by the International Baccalaureate Organization)
Admissions

Admissions
1. Information meetings with students and parents are held to explain the Classic curriculum and admission options. Information meetings are available by appointment, 9am–4pm, Monday to Friday. Information about the 2026–2027 admission timeline is published, including dates for information sessions, application submission, and testing.

2. Application and eligibility: To apply for Grades 1, 5, or 8, or to transfer into other grades, parents must submit a completed application form along with a copy of the birth certificate, the child's report card or certificate, and a residency permit. If applying from abroad, additional documents may be required such as translations or a recognition order. Applicants must also take the school's Classic test prior to the start of the academic year. For IB Year 1 admissions, strong performance on the IB Entrance Exam or completion of iGCSE English Language and Mathematics may be required.

3. Assessments and timelines: The Classic test lasts about three hours and covers English, Mathematics, Science, and Logic. The IB admission exam is scheduled as part of IB Year 1 admissions, with specific dates published for the year (e.g., late June and late August). Results of the Classic test and IB exam are published by September 1, 2026. Enrollment is confirmed by signing the enrollment contract, paying the first tuition installment, and providing all required documents by September 8, 2026.

4. Progression and spots: Availability is published for 2026–2027, with specific limits per grade (e.g., up to 12 for Pre-school and Grade 1, up to 18 for Grade 5, Grade 8, and IB Year 1). Progression to the next grade requires an annual grade not lower than 5.00 (Very Good) and passing a certified English language exam. Admission to IB Year 1 requires meeting the stated criteria, with continuation to IB Year 2 contingent on successful completion of exit exams at the end of IB Year 1. Availability and final class lists are approved by the principal and published before the start of the school year. A state-funded tuition-free option may apply for eligible students under the Preschool and School Education Act, with selection by a school committee and documentation required by September 8; further details are outlined in the school's admission policies.

Scholarships
A government-funded tuition-free option may apply for eligible students under the Preschool and School Education Act, allowing some recipients to attend without tuition. Selection is conducted by a school committee, using criteria such as prior test results, family circumstances, siblings enrolled, and demonstrated talents or needs. The process includes submitting required documents by September 8 and is coordinated with the school plan, which is approved and published, with final admissions decisions typically by September 15. Availability for 2026–2027 includes defined spots by grade, with admission plans and criteria published by the school to guide eligibility.
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