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International British School of Bucharest

Romania, Bucharest

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees RON 5,650 - 22,350
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 430
Type Co-educational
Opened 2000
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, German, Spanish, Romanian, Japanese, Mandarin
Typical class size 22
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

International British School of Bucharest delivers the English National Curriculum for ages 3 to 18, with the Early Years Foundation Stage for Nursery and Reception, and Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 followed by Cambridge AS and A Levels in the Sixth Form. The school is a day school serving a cosmopolitan community, with COBIS accreditation and official recognition by Romania's ARACIP, reflecting its commitment to high standards. The modern campus provides dedicated outdoor areas appropriate to each age group, sports fields, science labs, art and design spaces, and ICT facilities, plus a new administrative building housing the Early Years Centre and a Lunch Room. A rich extracurricular programme runs alongside classroom study, including specialist sport and music teaching, class trips, after-school clubs, and the Duke of Edinburgh International Award. A culture of student leadership and wellbeing underpins this education, preparing pupils for higher education worldwide and fostering responsible citizenship.

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Strada Agricultori 21-25, 021481 București, Romania

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The Essentials

International British School of Bucharest has 430 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English.

Location
21-25 Agricultori Street, District 2, Bucharest, Romania. IBSB is located in District 2 of Bucharest.

Stages
EYFS; Primary School; Secondary School.

Type
Day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
32 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
English Support is provided.

School day structure
EYFS: Gates open 8:15 am; 9:00 am registration; 9:00–3:00 learning; 3:00–5:00 pm After School Club (termly fee). Primary: Day starts at 8:30 am with morning line-up; 8:30–3:00 pm lessons; 3:00–3:50 pm clubs (Monday–Thursday). Secondary: Day starts at 8:30 am with morning registration; 8:40–3:50 pm lessons; 4:00–5:30 pm Afterschool Clubs (Monday–Thursday).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at International British School of Bucharest ranges from RON 5,650 to RON 22,350 for 2026/27.

Enrollment & application fees
- Enrolment Deposit: EUR 3,500. This payment secures a place and is deducted from the total tuition fee; it is non-refundable in case of withdrawal.
- Registration Fee (non‑refundable, first time only for new students): EUR 1,800 for the 1st child or each sibling; EUR 1,200 for the 3rd child; EUR 0 for the 4th child.

Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027) — annual and instalments
- Nursery (Half‑day): Annual tuition EUR 7,350. 1st instalment EUR 4,410 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 2,940 (Mar 1 – Jun 25).
- Nursery & Reception (Full day): Annual tuition EUR 12,850. 1st instalment EUR 7,710 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 5,140 (Mar 1 – Jun 25).
- Primary School (Years 1–6): Annual tuition EUR 18,150. 1st instalment EUR 10,890 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 7,260 (Mar 1 – Jun 25).
- Middle School (Years 7–9): Annual tuition EUR 20,670. 1st instalment EUR 12,400 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 8,270 (Mar 1 – Jun 25).
- High School (Years 10–13): Annual tuition EUR 22,350. 1st instalment EUR 13,410 (Aug 31 – Feb 28); 2nd instalment EUR 8,940 (Mar 1 – Jun 25).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on a two‑semester basis (two instalments per academic year). For 2026–2027 the fiscal semesters are: 1st instalment period Aug 31, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027; 2nd instalment period Mar 1, 2027 – Jun 25, 2027. Payment due dates specified are: 1st instalment due by August 05, 2026; 2nd instalment due by February 01, 2027. The school may adjust fees with 90 days' prior notice.

Sibling discount
- A 10% sibling discount is offered where two or more siblings are registered; the discount is applied only to the youngest sibling.

Additional costs invoiced separately
- Certain club and after‑school activities
- Residential trips
- Transportation
- School lunch
- School uniform
- Events Fund
- Re‑takes, remarks and external examination checks
These items are invoiced in addition to the annual tuition.

What tuition covers
- Certain clubs and school activities
- Local educational trips
- Class textbooks and software access
- Stationery
- IGCSE & AS/A‑level examinations (as listed in the fee details)
Certain items are included within the tuition and others are charged separately as listed above.

Refund information
- The Enrolment Deposit (EUR 3,500) is non‑refundable in case of withdrawal. The Registration Fee is non‑refundable. Annual tuition adjustments may be made with 90 days' notice.

Boarding
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; there are no boarding fees applicable.

Fee payment options
- The published fee schedule specifies payment via "IBSB Direct Payments" in two instalments with the instalment periods and due‑by dates shown above. Specific payment channels (for example, explicit mention of credit card or bank transfer details) are not provided within the published fee schedule. For the 2026–2027 fee structure the school specifies the two‑instalment payment arrangement.
Academics

International British School of Bucharest teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the National Curriculum of England for ages 3–18, with the Early Years Foundation Stage for Nursery and Reception; Primary (Years 1–6) and Secondary (Years 7–11) follow the National Curriculum, and Cambridge IGCSE is taken in Years 10–11; Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers Cambridge AS and A-Level courses.

Exam Results
GCSE A-A average for the Summer 2025 exam session was 57%. IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A-Level exams are scheduled twice a year.

Higher Education Progression
95% of IBSB graduates continue their studies at top universities worldwide. University destinations include Cambridge, Yale, University College London, London School of Economics, Bocconi University, University of Amsterdam, and others.

Gifted and Talented
More Able and Talented is a whole-school approach with differentiated teaching and enrichment opportunities; IBSB is a member of the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE).
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Admissions

Admissions
Enrolment starts at Nursery for children aged 3 or older on September 1. IBSB uses an open enrolment policy and does not exclude students based on academic ability; all students are assessed before they start and a programme is in place to support progress, including Extra English Support for those needing language assistance. New enrolments are considered from March; those submitted before February are placed on the waiting list, which is processed for the new academic year on March 1. You can visit the school by appointment to meet the Head of School or Executive Director and receive an official tour, and a day at the school can be arranged for prospective pupils. Enrolment during the year is possible if a place is available. The school uses Cambridge assessments: Cambridge Pupil Progress Tests in Primary, Checkpoint in Year 9, IGCSE in Years 10–11, and A Levels in Years 12–13; reports and communications with parents are online via the Schoolbase system. An initial Registration Fee of 1,000 and a deposit of 1,500€ are payable at enrolment, with termly payments due before the start of each term.

Scholarships
The IBSB Scholarship Programme is available annually for students entering Years 7–10 and Year 12, with up to three senior scholarships for 2026–2027. Scholarships cover approximately €15,000 per year, about 70% of the annual tuition and include a waiver of IBSB enrolment fees; recipients may also access mentoring and internship opportunities at Allianz-Țiriac. Applications open February 9 and close March 28; CAT4 and EPT assessments, plus special talent and subject assessments, occur in April; interviews are held on May 2; announcements follow on May 6 (with acceptance by May 8) or May 11 for unsuccessful results; if awarded, external candidates must register by May 30. Types of scholarships include Academic, Sporting, and Excellence in Creative Arts, each requiring a portfolio of evidence, CAT4 and EPT results, and other supporting materials.

Waitlist
There is a waiting list for new enrolments; if you submit your new enrolment application before February you will be placed on the waiting list, which is processed for the new academic year on March 1. Enrolment during the year is possible if a place becomes available.
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