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Tartu International School

Estonia, Tartu

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €5,355 - 11,235
Ages 1 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 116
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP/MYP/DP)
Taught languages Estonian
Typical class size 12
Strengths Small Class Sizes, IB PYP, Eco-Schools
Clubs Eco-Schools, After-school Clubs, Sports
Stages Pre-school / Nursery, Elementary / Primary, Middle
Introduction

Tartu International School is a small, student-centered IB World School in the historic town center of Tartu, Estonia, founded in 2013. The school serves 116 students from 24 nationalities aged 18 months to 15 years, with a maximum class size of 12 and a 1:5 teacher-to-student ratio. It delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with the Middle Years Programme in preparation. Instruction is in English, with Estonian taught from Grade 1. The school occupies newly renovated premises, provides balanced healthy school lunches, and participates in the Eco-Schools Programme, Free of Bullying Programme, Healthy Schools Network, and Schools in Motion Network. After-school clubs and afternoon care for Grades 1-3 are available. Private tuition for 2026/27 starts from EUR 5,355 per year.

J. Liivi 2d, 50409, Tartu, Estonia

The Essentials

Tartu International School has 116 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
Tartu International School is located at J. Liivi 2d in the historic center of Tartu, Estonia's second-largest city and a major university town. The school is in newly renovated premises.

Stages
The school has Nursery (1.5-3 years), Pre-school (3-6 years), Primary (6-12 years), and Middle School (13-15 years). There are 84 students in the basic school and 32 in the kindergarten.

Type
Tartu International School is a small, co-educational day school. There are no boarding facilities. It is an IB World School.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 116 students representing 24 nationalities, creating a genuinely international community in Tartu.

Additional learning support
A special education specialist is available to support students with additional learning needs.

School day structure
The school day starts at 9:00 AM. Students have outdoor breaks and additional physical education lessons. Afternoon care is available for Grades 1-3.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Balanced, healthy school lunches are provided daily as an additional cost to tuition.

Governance and Ownership
Tartu International School is a registered institution (No. 80155113). The Management Board oversees school governance including tuition discount applications.
Fees

Annual tuition at Tartu International School ranges from EUR 5,355 to EUR 11,235 for 2026/27.

Private Tuition Fees (2026/2027)

Nursery (1.5-3 years): EUR 5,355 per year
PYP3-PYP4 (3-4 years): EUR 5,565 per year
Preschool (5-6 years): EUR 5,670 per year
Grades 1-3: EUR 7,005 per year
Grades 4-6: EUR 7,225 per year
Grades 7-9: EUR 7,330 per year

Students must be registered as local municipality residents to qualify for private rates.

Corporate Fees (2026/2027)
For families without local registration or receiving employer support:
Preschool 1 (1.5-4 years): EUR 10,500 per year
Preschool 2 (5-6 years): EUR 11,025 per year
Grades 1-3: EUR 11,130 per year
Grades 4-9: EUR 11,235 per year

Enrollment Fee
EUR 800 (one-time, corporate students only)

Payment
Private fees paid in 10 monthly installments. First installment is 20% of the annual fee, due two weeks after contract signing.

Additional
School lunch is an additional cost. A tuition fee discount program is available; applications reviewed individually by the Management Board. Tax refund is available for private fees in Estonia.
Academics

Tartu International School teaches IB (PYP/MYP/DP) for students aged 1 to 15.

Curriculum
The school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an authorized IB World School. The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is in preparation. The student-centered approach emphasizes inquiry-based learning within a flexible, adaptable environment. Class sizes are capped at 12 students with a 1:5 teacher-to-student ratio.

Student Teacher Ratio
The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:5, with maximum class sizes of 12 students. The school has 30 teachers for 116 students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Free of Bullying Programme creates a safe and inclusive school environment. The school counselor provides guidance and support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A special education specialist is on staff to support students with additional learning needs.

Mental Wellbeing
A school counselor is available for student wellbeing support. The Healthy Schools Network membership reflects the school's commitment to student health.
Parent Experience

History
Tartu International School was founded in 2013 in Tartu, Estonia. The school has grown to serve 116 students from 24 nationalities, establishing itself as the international school option in Estonia's second-largest city.

Community
The school community brings together 24 nationalities in a small, close-knit environment. The school supports mother tongue learning and celebrates the diverse cultural backgrounds of its students.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is housed in newly renovated premises in Tartu's historic town center. The learning environment is designed to be flexible and adaptable. A panorama virtual tour is available.

Sports Facilities
Additional physical education lessons and outdoor activities are part of the school program. Students have outdoor breaks throughout the day.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are designed as flexible, adaptable learning spaces supporting the IB inquiry-based approach.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school clubs are available for all ages. Afternoon care is provided for Grades 1-3.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Cultural & Language
The school supports mother tongue learning for students, recognizing the diverse linguistic backgrounds of its 24 nationalities.

Social & Hobbies
A variety of after-school clubs are available for students of all ages.

Community & Service
The school participates in the Eco-Schools Programme, engaging students in environmental sustainability projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Free of Bullying Programme, Healthy Schools Network, and Schools in Motion Network promote student wellbeing and physical activity.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Estonian is taught from Grade 1, either as a mother tongue for native speakers or as a foreign language. The school supports learning of students' mother tongues.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB World School (PYP) - Authorized to deliver the IB Primary Years Programme.
Eco-Schools Programme - International environmental education programme.
Free of Bullying Programme - Anti-bullying initiative promoting safe school environments.
Healthy Schools Network - Membership promoting student health and wellness.
Schools in Motion Network - Partnership promoting physical activity in schools.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the online registration form to begin the application process.

2. Attend an admission interview with the family.

3. Submit the official application with required documents.

4. Sign the schooling contract upon acceptance.

5. Admissions for 2025/2026 open January 26, 2026 and close June 1, 2026. The school accepts students from 18 months to 15 years.

Scholarships
A tuition fee discount program is available. Applications are reviewed individually by the Management Board.
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