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Britannica International School - Budapest

Hungary, Budapest

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees HUF 6,499,000 - 9,450,000
Ages 5 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages French, German, Spanish, Hungarian, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Britannica International School, Budapest offers a British-style education for pupils aged 5 to 18. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum and is enriched with Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE qualifications, preparing students for university study worldwide. Founded in 1996, the school is the longest-established British international school in Hungary and joined the Orbital Education family in 2011. It operates from a purpose-built campus in Budapest's XII district, housing a 250-seat theatre, science labs, an art studio, a music suite, a swimming pool and extensive outdoor facilities. Classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with smartboards and projectors. The school is accredited by COBIS and CIS. It supports a broad international community with students from over 50 nationalities and native-speaking teachers in several languages. Students take part in wide-ranging after-school activities, including Model United Nations, the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, and cultural trips and exchanges.

Budapest, Kakukk út 1-3, 1121 Hungary

The Essentials

Britannica International School - Budapest has 400 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Budapest, Hungary; 1121 Budapest Kakukk ut 1-3, in central Pest, in the heart of the capital.

Stages
Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, for students aged 5–18.

Type
International school offering a British curriculum based on the English National Curriculum.

Pupil Nationality Mix
50+ nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme.

Country affiliation
United Kingdom

School day structure
School hours: Monday–Friday 08:20–15:30; Extra-Curricular Activities 15:30–16:30; Office Hours 08:00–17:00.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The wearing of school uniform is compulsory. The uniform is supplied by Trutex. Online ordering is available with the school code LEA000102TF. A uniform trial at school is offered to check sizes before purchase.

Food Options
Delirest provides a morning snack for Years 1–3 and a hot lunch for all students, included in the school fees, with fresh salads and fruit daily. A snack bar is available; sodas and highly processed snacks are not available; Britannica is nut-free.

House System
There are four Houses named Earth, Water, Air and Fire. Students join a House with a vertical and even distribution across ages and compete in sport, academics and quizzes. Each House has a Captain, there are termly championships, and a cup for the winning House with weekly score announcements.

Governance and Ownership
The school is British-owned and part of Orbital Education. Britannica is an Orbital Education school; Orbital Education owns and operates a group of international schools around the world.
Fees

Annual tuition at Britannica International School - Budapest ranges from HUF 6,499,000 to HUF 9,450,000 for 2026/27.

Application & Admission fees

- Application fee: HUF 150,000 (non‑refundable).
- Registration (admission) fee: HUF 450,000 payable on enrolment (one‑off, non‑refundable).
- Deposit (seat retainer): HUF 250,000 payable on enrolment; refundable when the student leaves provided the required notice is given, all school textbooks and materials are returned and all outstanding payments have been settled.

Tuition fees by year group (2025/26 fee schedule — amounts in HUF)

Note: two payment patterns are published (four‑instalment and two‑instalment). Both options are shown below with the instalment amounts and the annual total.

- Key Stage 1 — Year 1 & Year 2
- Four‑instalment option (payable by dates shown): May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 2,180,000; Dec 1: HUF 2,010,000; Mar 1: HUF 2,010,000. Annual total: HUF 6,700,000.
- Two‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 5,999,000. Annual total: HUF 6,499,000.

- Key Stage 2 — Year 3 to Year 6
- Four‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 2,640,000; Dec 1: HUF 2,355,000; Mar 1: HUF 2,355,000. Annual total: HUF 7,850,000.
- Two‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 7,114,000. Annual total: HUF 7,614,000.

- Key Stage 3 — Year 7 to Year 9
- Four‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 2,860,000; Dec 1: HUF 2,520,000; Mar 1: HUF 2,520,000. Annual total: HUF 8,400,000.
- Two‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 7,648,000. Annual total: HUF 8,148,000.

- Key Stage 4 — Year 10 & Year 11
- Four‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 3,080,000; Dec 1: HUF 2,685,000; Mar 1: HUF 2,685,000. Annual total: HUF 8,950,000.
- Two‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 8,181,000. Annual total: HUF 8,681,000.

- Key Stage 5 (Sixth Form) — Year 12 & Year 13
- Four‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 3,280,000; Dec 1: HUF 2,835,000; Mar 1: HUF 2,835,000. Annual total: HUF 9,450,000.
- Two‑instalment option: May 1: HUF 500,000; Aug 1: HUF 8,666,000. Annual total: HUF 9,166,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Published payment schedules (2025/26) permit either four instalments or two instalments; the four‑instalment schedule sets fixed payment amounts due on 1 May, 1 August, 1 December and 1 March. The instalments are treated as fixed instalments and are not pro‑rata payments.
- A discount of 3.0% on the total tuition fee is offered if the whole year's fees are paid in advance by 1 August 2025 (per the 2025/26 schedule). The first instalment of HUF 500,000 is commonly due by 1 May as part of either schedule.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees

- Examination fees (IGCSE, AS and A Level) are not included in tuition and are payable separately at the gross cost charged by the examination boards.
- The cost of laptop computers for secondary students is not included. (The published fee schedule specifies laptop costs for senior year groups.)
- Costs of trips that exceed the School's fixed financial support are not included and are charged separately.
- School uniform from a supplier designated by the school is not included and is charged separately.
- After‑school activities and clubs organised by external providers are not included; activities organised by school teachers are included in tuition.

Refund information

- Application fee: non‑refundable. Registration (admission) fee: non‑refundable. Deposit: refundable on leaving provided the required notice has been given, school property and textbooks are returned in the required condition and all outstanding payments have been settled.

Fee payment options and bank details

- All published fees are quoted in Hungarian Forint (HUF). Payments should be made in HUF by bank transfer to the school's account or by cash payment at the bank. Specific bank account and IBAN/SWIFT details are provided for tuition, registration, examination and deposit payments. The account is held at K&H Bank Zrt.; IBANs and the SWIFT code are published with the fee schedule.

(End of fee overview.)
Academics

Britannica International School - Budapest teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
The school teaches a British curriculum based on the English National Curriculum, enhanced to meet the needs of international students from over 50 nationalities, culminating in IGCSE and A Level qualifications.

Exam Results
Britannica International School Budapest is a Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) centre. In 2025, A Level results were 37% A*-A with a 98% pass rate; IGCSE results were 35% A*-A with 78% A*-C. The Class of 2025 pursued university destinations including UCL, King's College London, Exeter University, University of the Arts London, University of Edinburgh, Texas Tech University, Utrecht University, École Ducasse Paris, EU Business School Barcelona and Semmelweis University in Hungary.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates go on to universities predominantly in the UK and Europe, with destinations including UCL, King's College London, Exeter University, University of the Arts London, University of Edinburgh, Texas Tech University, Utrecht University, École Ducasse Paris, EU Business School Barcelona and Semmelweis University in Hungary.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school challenges and nurtures students to become responsible, respectful and resolute global citizens. In a caring and vibrant international community, they evolve into independent and inquisitive lifelong learners, happily striving for excellence in everything they do, in a stimulating and supportive environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Britannica International School is inclusive and operates a SEND policy. Learning support is provided by a SENDCo and learning support staff, with access to external professionals as needed. Students with SEND are identified through multiple channels, and Individual Education Plans may be devised for selected students. Admission is not refused on SEND grounds if the school can meet the needs. SEND covers cognition and learning, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, communication needs, and sensory/physical needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
French, German and Spanish are taught by specialist native-speaking teachers. Hungarian is taught across the school. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided by a team of qualified teachers to support language development.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health is included in the welfare aims of safeguarding; the school provides pastoral care and on-site support, including an on-site counsellor and a wellbeing/learning coordinator to support student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy aims to safeguard and promote the welfare, health and safety of pupils. Designated Safeguarding Leads (including the Principal and Heads of Primary and Secondary, plus a Deputy DSL) oversee safeguarding; staff receive training. The policy supports online safety, early help and inter-agency cooperation, and uses formal procedures to record and respond to concerns.
Parent Experience

History
Britannica International School, Budapest was founded in 1996 by a group of distinguished educationalists, making it Hungary's longest established British international school. It opened as the first British international school in Budapest, with full accreditation from the Hungarian Ministry of Education and the UK Qualifications and Curriculum Authority. After joining the Orbital Education family of schools in 2011, the school moved into a purpose-built, award-winning building in the XII district of the Buda Hills. It is a fully accredited member of both the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and the Council of International Schools (CIS). It offers the gold-standard A Level qualifications, recognised as the premier pre-university pathway worldwide.

Community
Britannica actively supports charitable organizations beyond the classroom and fosters a strong sense of community and empathy. Annual charity events include Brilliant Britannica in December and Spring Fayres in May to support the Bátor Tábor foundation, with additional support for Roots & Shoots and the Lajka Foundation. The school also participates in local charitable events such as the Santa Fun Run and the Budapest Bike-a-thon as a Britannica Team, and collaborates with the PSA on charitable projects with local organizations throughout the year. The community engages in initiatives such as the +1 Sandwich program with Budapest Bike Maffia and a clothing drive through Sulizsák, contributing to substantial donations for those in need.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent School Association (PSA) works with parents, Britannica Senior Leadership and staff to enrich the school experience and advocate for students. Any parent, guardian or staff member may join the PSA. By volunteering, parents interact with students, build friendships with other parents, and help achieve meaningful goals. Parental involvement is associated with higher student achievement and fewer discipline problems, and volunteering is presented as a worthwhile and enjoyable way to contribute to the school community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in the leafy green district XII of the Buda Hills. Facilities include a 250-seat theatre, library, indoor sports hall, outdoor sports pitches, outdoor secondary gym, jungle gym and playing centre, indoor swimming pool, science labs, art studio, music suite and a school canteen. Brightly lit classrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with smartboards and projectors. The facilities are designed to support a broad curriculum and a wide range of activities.

Sports Facilities
The school has dedicated indoor and outdoor sports facilities. An indoor sports hall supports PE and indoor activities. Outdoor sports pitches and an outdoor secondary gym provide space for team sports and fitness. An indoor swimming pool is available for swimming lessons and training.

Academic Facilities
The school has dedicated academic facilities including science labs, an art studio and a music suite. Bright, air-conditioned classrooms are equipped with smartboards and projectors. These facilities support practical science work, creative arts and music within the curriculum. The spaces form part of a broader academic programme across the school.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities outside the classroom, including sports, languages, drama, music, art and more. After-school clubs vary by year and include drama, media, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, art, robotics, swimming, craft, cookery and dance, plus academic clubs. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered, and ice-skating and swimming are part of the PE curriculum in winter and summer. Day trips and residential trips such as team-building camps in Hungary, a ski trip to Austria, and cultural trips to European cities, as well as Model United Nations conferences and exchanges; Orbital-group exchanges include sailing trips to Mallorca, an Orbital ski trip to Slovenia, and visits to Budapest or Shanghai.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers academic clubs. Model United Nations is an annual event that provides opportunities to research, write papers, and debate. The MUN conference brings students from Britannica and other Orbital Education schools for international collaboration. A range of after-school clubs supplements academic development.

Arts & Creative
Drama, music, art and dance are offered as after-school activities. Art, craft, cookery, and robotics are among the after-school clubs. The program includes a variety of creative and performing arts opportunities.

Cultural & Language
Modern Foreign Languages (French, German and Spanish) are taught throughout the school by native-speaking teachers. Hungarian is taught across the school for both native and non-native students. As part of Orbital Education, students have access to cultural exchange programs. The school offers international trips and Model United Nations for a global outlook.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs include drama, media club, football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, art, robotics, swimming, craft, cookery and dance. Ice-skating and swimming are included as part of the PE curriculum in winter and summer. There are a number of day trips and residential experiences to enrich social and recreational life.

Community & Service
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award includes service components such as community service projects and volunteering. Participants can engage in conservation work and hospital or community volunteering. The Award has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels with minimum participation periods. Gold requires a Gold Residential Project.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award develops leadership, resilience and life skills. Students undertake weekly meetings with Award Leaders and track progress. The Award includes sections on Service, Adventurous Journey, Skills, and Physical Recreation. Model United Nations also develops leadership, presentation and teamwork.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A broad PE program includes football, basketball, volleyball, and tennis. Winter ice-skating and summer swimming are offered as part of the PE curriculum. Participation in physical activities supports overall well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
French, German and Spanish are taught as Modern Foreign Languages throughout the school, delivered by specialist native-speaking teachers. Hungarian is taught across the school for both native and non-native students. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is provided to support the English language development of non-native English-speaking students.
Admissions

Admissions
STEP 1: Submit an Enquiry. You can register your interest by completing our enquiry form. Upon receiving your enquiry, our Admissions Team will be in touch to provide further information and can arrange for you to come and visit the school. Once you have submitted an enquiry, we will keep you updated with what's going on in school and we'd love to invite you to our community events and open days.

STEP 2: School Tour. Our Admissions Team is always happy to book a tour for you and share information about the programme we offer. During a visit you can get a feel of the school's atmosphere, visit classrooms, see the school facilities and meet a member of our Senior Leadership Team.

STEP 3: Begin Your Application. When you are ready to begin your application to Britannica, you will need to submit your application via our online admissions portal. The admissions portal will remain open for the duration of your admissions journey and guide you through the whole process. You can log in to the portal to view your progress and submit documents at any time, you will also receive a notification when there is an update. However, please note that once you submit forms and sign documents, you will no longer be able to make edits. If you have previously enquired to the school, please use the same email address to log in to the portal because this enables us to identify you and avoids duplicate applications for the same family.

STEP 4: Assessment & Interview. On receipt of your application and supporting documentation, your child will be invited for an assessment. This includes a cognitive abilities test (CAT4), followed by an interview with our Head of Primary or Head of Secondary. Our Secondary applicants are also required to take an English language placement test. These assessments ensure that our school is the right fit and that applicants will be able to achieve their maximum potential whilst at our school. A non-refundable application fee of 150.000 HUF is payable prior to the assessment date.

STEP 5: Offer & Acceptance. Providing that the applicant was successful and there is a place available in the appropriate age group, an official placement offer will be made. The offer will be valid for 5 working days and your child's place at Britannica will be secured upon receipt of the Registration Fee (450.000 HUF) and Deposit (250.000 HUF). Parents must accept the offer by providing their digital signature as outlined in the offer and arrange the payment as outlined on the invoice. The deposit will be fully refunded upon the student's departure, providing all accounts have been settled, all school property has been returned and required notice submitted. The deposit is not refundable if the child does not attend the school after enrolment and a place has been reserved. Please view our Fees section for a full break down of our fees and payment process.

STEP 6: Class Allocation. Placing your child in the right class is very important in their development. Here at Britannica International School, Budapest, we allocate students to a class based on the following criteria: 1. Age according to UK schools' criteria. Date of Birth mapping; 2) Academic background (having already completed a specific year in the British system at a previous school for example); 3) Special circumstances based on special education needs, observations or for specific social/emotional (non-academic) reasons.
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