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QSI International School of Tbilisi

Georgia, Tbilisi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees GEL 0 - 6,200
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Russian, Spanish, French, Georgian, German
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

QSI International School of Tbilisi offers English-language education from Pre-K (age 2) through Grade 12 (age 18) in Georgia. The school emphasizes mastery learning with a personalized approach to instruction. The curriculum blends a bespoke program with an American framework and the AP Capstone Diploma (AP Seminar and AP Research plus four additional AP courses). Preschool uses a play-based approach to literacy, mathematics and science, with integrated music, technology, art and social development. Elementary emphasizes core subjects with technology integration; Languages Other Than English include Russian, Spanish, French and Georgian. Middle School focuses on active group learning to develop 21st‑century skills; LOEs include multiple languages. Secondary offers Mathematics, Science, Cultural Studies and History, World Literature, English, Fine Arts, Music, Physical Education and Technology, plus AP courses. Facilities include science laboratories, a computer lab, two libraries, art, music and fitness spaces, a full indoor gym, stage, dining, nurse and on-site playgrounds.

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Zurgovani Village, Tbilisi 0126, Georgia

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The Essentials

QSI International School of Tbilisi has 250 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Village Zurgovani, Tbilisi 0126, Georgia. The campus sits in Village Zurgovani on the outskirts of Tbilisi. The QSIT bus service provides door-to-door transportation to most of the city zone and the Dighomi area.

Stages
Preschool (2-4-year-olds); Elementary (Grades K-6; 5-11 years); Middle School (Grades 7-8; 12-13 years); Secondary (Grades 9-12; 14-18 years).

Type
Private non-profit international day school.

Additional learning support
QSI Tbilisi may admit students with mild-to-moderate learning needs; there is no in-house resource department, but partnerships with community resources provide Academic, Behavioral, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language services; additional school fees may apply for professional services.

Country affiliation
Georgia

School day structure
School starts at 8:45 a.m. for all levels. Preschool offers full-day (8:45 a.m.–3:05 p.m.) or half-day (8:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.). Elementary runs 8:45 a.m.–3:05 p.m. with after-school activities until 4:00 p.m.; Middle School and Secondary run 8:45 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Bus service
The QSIT bus service is the safe and reliable mode of transport between home and school. It provides door-to-door service to most of the city zone and the Dighomi area. Buses are fully equipped and air-conditioned and use bus monitors; an after-school activity bus is available. Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at QSI International School of Tbilisi ranges from up to GEL 6,200 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee
- One-time, non-refundable registration fee: USD 300 per student.

Tuition — Preschool (published figures available)
- Preschool (half‑day): USD 4,200 per school year (annual).
- Preschool (full‑day): USD 6,200 per school year (annual).
- Example per‑term breakdown for Preschool full‑day (illustrative billing pattern shown on actual invoice): Term 1 USD 2,100; Term 2 USD 1,800; Term 3 USD 1,800 (annual total USD 6,000 on a 2022 invoice).

Tuition — Elementary, Middle and Secondary (summary ranges where public detail is not published)
- Published, itemized tuition by grade for 2026/27 is not publicly itemized by grade group. Typical annual tuition ranges reported by local and expatriate sources for international schools in Tbilisi (including historical QSI figures cited by local reports) place annual tuition for older year groups above Preschool and commonly in the lower four‑figure to mid five‑figure USD range depending on grade and program; families should expect separate invoices by term.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices are issued by term and billed as Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3. Example due dates appearing on an actual school invoice were: Term 1 due late August, Term 2 due mid‑December, Term 3 due end‑March; the invoice showed the school using a three‑term billing cycle with amounts allocated to each term. Parents are expected to pay the invoiced term amount by the due date on the invoice.
- Invoices advise that failure to pay by the due date may result in withholding of reports and school records.

Boarding / Accommodation Fees
- Boarding is not a provided program at this campus (day‑school operation). No boarding fee schedule is published for QSI Tbilisi.

Other fees and optional costs
- Transportation (school bus): published local reporting lists a sample annual bus cost for Preschool at about USD 1,600.
- Meals / cafeteria: lunch and snacks are available for purchase through the school cafeteria; meal costs are charged separately.
- Standardized testing and exam fees: PSAT testing at the school has a stated fee of 42 GEL; SAT registration is paid via the College Board (College Board/International fee schedule applies).
- Extracurricular activities, field trips, certain electives, art supplies, instrument rentals and some special events may incur additional charges as listed on individual invoices or activity notices.
- Uniforms: there is no school uniform requirement; students follow the school dress code.

Scholarships and fee reductions
- Scholarships are offered to eligible students; scholarship awards have historically ranged from modest percentages up to high‑value awards (documentation indicates scholarship awards can range broadly, including awards up to major tuition coverage for select candidates). Parents should review scholarship eligibility and application windows for the academic year.

Refunds and cancellations
- The one‑time registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Invoiced terms note standard commercial billing terms (for example, consequences for non‑payment are stated on invoices). Specific published, itemized tuition refund terms for mid‑year withdrawal or visa‑related refund scenarios are not itemized in the public fee documents referenced; terms on individual invoices and enrollment agreements govern refunds and cancellations.

Accepted payment methods and instruction items appearing on invoices
- Bank transfer: school invoices include beneficiary bank details for international (USD) and local (GEL) transfers and instruct GEL transfers to be based on the National Bank exchange rate on the transaction date. Example bank details and SWIFT/IBAN entries have appeared on actual school invoices.
- Online application/registration: applications and the USD 300 registration payment are processed through the school's online admissions portal (OpenApply).
- Credit card / other electronic payments: online admissions and registration systems are typically configured to accept card payments for application/registration transactions; invoices and bank instructions show bank transfer as a primary payment route for term tuition. Specific card‑processing arrangements for term tuition are reflected on individual invoices and payment instructions.

Summary for parents
- Registration fee: USD 300 (one‑time, non‑refundable).
- Preschool example (2025/26 reporting): half‑day USD 4,200; full‑day USD 6,200; sample bus cost USD 1,600; sample per‑term splits have been used on school invoices (three‑term billing).
- Elementary to Secondary: detailed grade‑by‑grade public fee tables are not published in the school's public information; billing is issued by term and invoices include payment instructions, bank transfer details, and consequences for late or non‑payment. Expect term invoices and potential additional charges for testing, meals, transportation and activities.
Academics

QSI International School of Tbilisi teaches Bespoke Curriculum, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
QSIT's curriculum is organized by school level. Preschool emphasizes a play-based program that develops literacy, mathematics and science through imaginative activities, with music, technology, art and social development. Elementary uses a mastery-learning approach with core subjects (reading, writing, mathematics, science, cultural studies) and a range of special subjects (art, library, music, physical education, technology); technology is integrated throughout and Languages Other Than English are offered (Russian, Spanish, French, Georgian) with Intensive English support. Middle School emphasizes active group learning to develop 21st-century skills, with Mathematics, Literature and Language Arts, Science, Cultural Studies, Art, Music, Physical Education and Technology; LOEs include Russian, French, German, Spanish and Georgian. Secondary offers a rigorous program in Mathematics, Science, Cultural Studies and History, World Literature, English, Fine Arts, Music, Physical Education, Technology, and Languages, and AP opportunities including AP Capstone Diploma (two AP courses taken in sequence: AP Seminar and AP Research, plus four additional AP courses) or earning the AP Seminar/Research Certificate; AP Courses include subjects such as AP Art & Design, AP Language and Composition, AP Language & Culture, AP Calculus AB, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP US History, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Computer Science, AP French, AP Spanish, AP German.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average Class Size: Elementary 10 students; Middle School 11 students; Secondary 10–15 students.

Exam Results
AP scores are reported on a 1–5 scale. In 2020, 583 QSIT students took 1,189 AP exams.

Higher Education Progression
QSIT prepares students for post-secondary environments and offers AP options, including AP Capstone Diploma, to strengthen college readiness; QSIT is an SAT and PSAT test center.
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Admissions

Admissions
QSI Tbilisi accepts students from ages 2 to 18 on a rolling admissions basis. The admissions process includes, in order: submitting an online application and paying a $300 registration fee per student; providing requested supporting documents; completing placement tests and interviews (reading, language usage, and math) and arranging a campus visit; and receiving a placement decision. Campus visits must be scheduled in advance. Age-based and achievement-based placement rules apply: entering the 5-year-old class requires turning 5 by October 31; the 2-year-old class allows entry if the child is 2 by November 1; for grades 6 and above, placement considers age and achievement in mathematics and literacy, with further assessment as needed. English-language requirements apply and interviews are conducted in English. Additional information is available through the Admissions Policy, English Language Requirements, Statement of Inclusion, Special Needs, Parent-Student Handbook, and FAQ sections.

Scholarships
The 2026-2027 Scholarship Application Window is open. Scholarships include Scholarships for Georgian Citizens and Merit Scholarships. Scholarships for Georgian Citizens are offered to a select group of Georgian citizens; eligibility requires Georgian citizenship, entering grades 6 and above (age 11+), excellent academic achievement, strong written and spoken English, and demonstrated financial need. Merit Scholarships are open to students of all nationalities; eligibility includes entering grades 6 and above (age 11+), excellent academic achievement, strong written and spoken English, and demonstrated financial need. Application documents include a completed electronic application form, a passport front page or other identification, and copies of previous school records (in English) for the last and current school year. Application deadline is March 13, 2026. The selection process has four stages: Stage 1 – application review; Stage 2 – competence check (MAP tests in Reading, Language Usage, and Math, plus a writing prompt); Stage 3 – selection interviews conducted in English; Stage 4 – final review and decision by the QSI Tbilisi Advisory Board, with notifications by end of April 2026. Scholarship values: Georgian Citizens Scholarships may cover up to 90% of tuition; Merit Scholarships may cover up to 40% of tuition. Selected applicants must accept within the timeline provided in the offer. For more details, see the Scholarship Policy.
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