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Knowledge Tree International School

Romania, Brasov

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Romanian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 6 - 18 years
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Romanian, English, Spanish, French
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Outdoor Education
Clubs Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Knowledge Tree International School in Brașov, Romania, delivers Cambridge-based education for primary and secondary students, from age 6 to 18. The campus is located at Bucegi 1B. The school offers Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels, with bilingual instruction in English and Romanian. Small class sizes support tailored instruction aligned with each learner's pace. The curriculum covers English, Romanian, mathematics, sciences, arts, physical education, global perspectives, and life skills, within a learning approach that uses project-based inquiry, collaboration, and hands-on activities, including outdoor learning. KTIS is accredited as a Cambridge International School and holds ICEOTAS certification for Education Other Than At School. Extracurricular activities include trips and partnerships with the community. Monica Cojan founded the school, and mentors maintain ongoing communication with families to support student well-being and progress. Classroom practice emphasizes life skills and global perspectives within a Cambridge framework. The school fosters mentorship and family involvement.

The Essentials

Knowledge Tree International School has instruction in Romanian, English.

Location

Knowledge Tree International School is in Brașov, Romania, at Bucegi 1B, Brașov 500053. It is Cambridge International School accredited and teaches bilingually in Romanian and English in small classes for students aged 6 to 19. It follows a Cambridge curriculum path with progression to Cambridge examinations (IGCSE and A-Levels).

Stages

Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary, with progression to Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels.

Additional learning support

Special Educational Needs (SEN) provisions are in place.

Country affiliation

Romania

School day structure

School day runs 08:30–14:30; Secretariat operates 14:00–16:00.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

The Tree of Knowledge Association (Asociația Copacul Cunoașterii) operates Knowledge Tree International School. Monica Cojan is the founder.
Fees
Application fees
- No fixed public application or registration fee is published. Any application or registration charge is communicated directly to the family as part of the admissions process and the written offer.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- Tuition fees are not published as a fixed public schedule. Fees vary by educational level (Primary, Middle, High) and are provided as a complete, individualized fee offer during the admissions process; there is no public per-term or per-year table available.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The billing schedule (term dates, due dates) and specific payment terms are set out in the enrolment offer given to each family and are agreed during admission. There is no published, standard public billing timetable or published payment-terms document.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school operates as a day school with published hours Monday–Friday 08:30–14:30 (secretariat 14:00–16:00). No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed or offered.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- No public line-item schedule for additional costs (uniform, meals, transport, extracurricular activities, exam fees, insurance, or learning materials) is published. Any additional charges that apply to an individual pupil are communicated in the written offer and enrolment documentation.

Refund information and cancellation
- There is no publicly posted, itemised refund or fee-cancellation schedule. Refund and cancellation terms are handled through the enrolment agreement or the admissions paperwork provided with the offer.

Fee payment options
- Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash) are not published as a standard list. Accepted payment options and any banking or payment details are provided in the enrolment paperwork and payment instructions issued with the family's fee schedule. General contact details for arranging payment are: office@ktis.ro, +40 (720) 553 399, or WhatsApp via the school contact.

Practical note for a parent preparing to apply
- Expect to discuss and receive a full, written fee schedule (application charge if any, tuition per term/year, any additional service fees, billing schedule, payment instructions and refund/cancellation terms) during or immediately after the admissions meeting. For contact and to request the written fee offer, use the school email or phone number listed above.
Academics

Knowledge Tree International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum

Cambridge curriculum tailored to each learner pace; Cambridge programmes for the Primary and Lower Secondary levels; bilingual instruction in Romanian and English; subjects include English, Romanian, mathematics, sciences, arts, physical education, global perspectives, and life skills; taught in small classes for children aged 6 to 19; prepares students for the high-school examinations: IGCSE and A-Levels.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

KTIS supports social and emotional development through personalised learning in small classes with mentors who know each student well. The school aims to grow every student in a safe environment where they are recognised, encouraged, and supported to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The community emphasizes collaboration, emotional safety, and respectful relationships, helping students learn to express their emotions and handle mistakes. Teachers act as mentors and stay in regular contact with families, complemented by extracurricular activities, trips, and community partnerships. The values include emotional safety, autonomy, curiosity, collaboration, and adaptability, guiding everyday learning. An education centred on each child's needs and potential aligns with the Cambridge curriculum to foster holistic development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Knowledge Tree International School provides an inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Learners may require differentiated support and the school identifies SEN early, developing Individual Support Plans (ISPs). Support includes in-class differentiation, one-on-one or small-group interventions, and access arrangements for exams, with collaboration from speech therapists, psychologists, and other professionals. Parental engagement is central, with termly review meetings to track progress. The school recognises social, emotional and mental health needs as part of its SEN provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the primary language of instruction from Lower Secondary through IGCSE and A Levels across Cambridge syllabuses. In Primary (ages 6–11), KTIS teaches both English and Romanian, with regular weekly lessons to build foundations in both languages. The school supports multilingual learners, celebrating home languages and encouraging their use when helpful for understanding. All teachers design lessons with academic language to develop English proficiency across contexts. Mother tongue is respected; families are encouraged to support their home languages, and the school reflects this in routines, student portfolios, and events. Staff receive guidance on supporting learners for whom English is an additional language, and communication across the school uses both English and Romanian as appropriate.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is addressed through emotional literacy, kindness and safety campaigns, and recognition of social, emotional and mental health needs as part of SEN provision. KTIS employs a School Counsellor and designated safeguarding leads to provide pastoral support. The curriculum includes PSHE and Digital Citizenship, integrating wellbeing and responsible technology use. The school hosts workshops for students, staff and parents to promote wellbeing, and maintains supportive, restorative approaches to behaviour. A focus on emotional safety underpins daily life at KTIS.

Safeguarding

KTIS has a Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy aligned with UNCRC, Romanian law, GDPR, and Cambridge safeguarding requirements. The policy applies to all staff, volunteers, students, parents, external partners, visitors and contractors who interact with children on-site or online. There is zero tolerance for abuse, with Designated Safeguarding Leads and clear reporting steps; safeguarding records are confidential. Digital and online safety guidelines and cyberbullying policies are in place, with safeguarding and inclusion supported by Individual Support Plans for SEN students. Safeguarding leadership includes named DSLs and a School Counsellor, with mandatory safeguarding training and regular drills.
Parent Experience

History

Knowledge Tree International School is based in Brașov, Romania, at Bucegi 1B. Monica Cojan is the founder. It is accredited as a Cambridge International School and holds ICEOTAS certification for Education Other Than At School. It teaches bilingually in English and Romanian in small classes for children aged 6 to 19, following the Cambridge curriculum and preparing students for IGCSE and A-Levels. Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary programmes provide the learning path for students up to high school.

Community

KTIS emphasizes community, relationships and emotional safety. Teachers act as mentors and maintain regular communication with parents. Extracurricular activities, trips, and partnerships with the community support student development. Students learn to collaborate, express their emotions, handle mistakes, and grow with respect for others.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Asociația Copacul Cunoașterii develops Knowledge Tree International School — an innovative bilingual environment based on the Cambridge curriculum from primary through high school. The association is based in Brașov (Str. Alunului nr. 5, Halchiu, Brașov) and supports KTIS through donations and partnerships. It offers three main ways to help: redirecting 3.5% of income tax (Form 230), directing up to 20% of tax (Form 177) for sponsorship, and direct donations. Contact us for partnership discussions; the association provides bank details for donations (IBAN RO73BTRLRONCRT0647057601; Banca Transilvania). KTIS is Cambridge International School and ICEOTAS Certified.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extracurricular activities, trips, and partnerships with the community are part of KTIS.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

We teach bilingually in English and Romanian in small classes. Academic subjects include English, Romanian, mathematics, sciences, arts, physical education, global perspectives, and life skills. The Cambridge curriculum provides clear learning objectives and gradual preparation for international examinations. Teaching methods include project-based learning, inquiry, collaboration, hands-on activities, and outdoor learning.

Social & Hobbies

Extracurricular activities are part of KTIS's learning experience. Trips are included in the program. Partnerships with the community are part of the school approach. Teachers act as mentors to guide students beyond the classroom.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

KTIS fosters emotional safety and supportive relationships. The environment emphasizes collaboration, expressing emotions, and growing with respect for others. Mentors support students and there is constant communication with families.
Languages

Language Provision

English and Romanian are the languages of instruction. The Cambridge curriculum is used for the Primary and Lower Secondary levels, with clear learning objectives and gradual preparation for international examinations (IGCSE and A-Levels). Instruction in Romanian and English is delivered by dedicated teachers in small classes.

Bilingual Teaching

The school teaches bilingually in Romanian and English.
Reputation

Accreditations

Cambridge International School; Cambridge Primary Certificate; ICEOTAS Certified
Admissions

Admissions

Admission at KTIS begins with a conversation to understand the child, the family, and what brings you together. The process unfolds in four steps:
1. Book a visit — a guided session of 60–90 minutes to see the school, meet the team, and ask questions.
2. Admissions interview — a conversation with the coordinators for the appropriate level about needs, interests, history, and family expectations.
3. Observation week — the child spends a week in class alongside future classmates to determine fit.
4. Feedback and enrolment — mentors discuss the assessment conclusions and the recommended educational path; if mutual fit is found, an enrolment offer and the administrative steps for the school year are provided.
What we look for: families who want to be part of the community. KTIS seeks families who value curiosity, honesty, and engagement, and understand that education works best as a partnership between school and home.
Tuition: varies by level (primary, middle, high school) and is communicated during the admissions interview.
Next step: book a guided visit to experience the atmosphere at KTIS with the team.
School Events
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