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

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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.

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J. Liivi 2d, 50409, Tartu, Estonia

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The Essentials

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.

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Fees

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

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.

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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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FAQs

How much is tuition at Tartu International School?

Private tuition for 2026/27 ranges from EUR 5,355 (Nursery) to EUR 7,330 (Grades 7-9). Corporate rates range from EUR 10,500 to EUR 11,235 per year.

How many students attend the school?

The school has 116 students: 84 in the basic school and 32 in the kindergarten. Students represent 24 nationalities.

What is the maximum class size?

Classes have a maximum of 12 students, with an overall teacher-to-student ratio of 1:5.

What curriculum does the school follow?

The school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is currently in preparation.

What language is instruction in?

English is the language of instruction. Estonian is taught from Grade 1, and the school supports mother tongue learning.

When was the school founded?

Tartu International School was founded in 2013 and operates from newly renovated premises in Tartu's historic town center.

Is there after-school care?

Yes, afternoon care is available for Grades 1-3, and after-school clubs are offered for all ages.

Are school lunches provided?

Yes, balanced, healthy school lunches are served daily as an additional cost to tuition.

Does the school offer learning support?

Yes, a special education specialist and school counselor are available. The school participates in the Free of Bullying Programme.

What is the admissions process?

The process involves online registration, a family interview, document submission, and contract signing. Admissions open January 26, 2026 for the 2025/2026 year.

Are tuition discounts available?

A tuition fee discount program exists with applications reviewed individually by the Management Board. Tax refunds are also available for private fees in Estonia.

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