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Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea

Romania, Bucharest

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Romanian, English
Fees RON 5,800 - 13,500
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Romanian, French, German, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea is a day school in Romania with formal links to the United Kingdom via Cambridge International and accreditation as a British School Overseas (BSO). It delivers a mixed National and Cambridge curriculum for ages 3 to 18, covering Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, AS and A Levels, plus the IB Diploma Programme. The National track leads to the National Bacalaureat Diploma and IELTS, with Cambridge IGCSE certificates earned by year 10. The school is authorized to run CAIE exams on site and will offer new high school programs in Acting and Singing (Pop and Jazz) from September 2026. The campus includes 37 classrooms, multiple science laboratories, art and 3D printing spaces, a library system, two gyms, two sports halls, a 300-seat hall, and counseling and medical offices. It emphasizes multilingual learning and hybrid delivery, and offers broad extracurriculars, including theatre, School Band, STEM activities, and language-based clubs worldwide.

Strada Văliug 12, 077190 București, Romania

The Essentials

Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea has instruction in Romanian, English.

Location
The school is located in Bucharest, Romania, at Str. Văliug, nr. 12-18. The campus is in central Bucharest and accessible by local transport. A door-to-door bus service operates for students traveling from Bucharest and nearby areas. The school day runs on weekdays from 08:30 to 16:30.

Stages
Nursery, Primary, Lower Secondary, High School, and International High School.

Type
Day school

Country affiliation
United Kingdom (Cambridge International; British School Overseas accreditation)

School day structure
School hours on weekdays are 08:30–16:30.

Bus service
Door-to-door bus service with a fleet of 10 Ford Transit 8+1 buses (years of manufacture 2015–2019) serving Bucharest and nearby areas including Pipera, Corbeanca, Otopeni, Mogoşoaia and Chitila. The service is operated by a dedicated team with school supervisors, and parents are kept informed about any events.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
ARACIP national accreditation (certificate no. 3954). Cambridge International Accreditation (CAIE) and British School Overseas (BSO) accreditation. Since May 23, 2025, the school is registered to provide activities under a UK educational system, with diplomas and study periods recognized under UK conditions; the Cambridge pathway includes Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS & A Level.
Fees

Annual tuition at Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea ranges from RON 5,800 to RON 13,500 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- Registration (one‑time) for the International High School: 1,000 EUR, paid prior to signing the contract.
- Enrolment deposit / place reservation for the International High School: 2,000 EUR; this deposit is deducted from the annual tuition once admission is completed.
- Enrolment evaluation fee (Elementary & Middle School): 400 EUR (one‑time).
- Early childhood registration: an educational resources fund is charged at 300 EUR per year and is paid on registration.

Tuition fees by school level (per academic year and per year group)

- Early Childhood (age and programme):
- Age 2–3 years: Programme 8:30–12:00 — 5,800 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–13:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 7,100 EUR/year.
- Age 3–4 years: Programme 8:30–13:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 6,900 EUR/year.
- Age 4–6 years: Programme 8:30–14:00 — 6,000 EUR/year; Programme 8:30–18:00 — 6,900 EUR/year.

- Elementary & Middle School (per academic year):
- Standard tuition listed at 9,000 EUR per academic year for the applicable level; Primary level noted at 9,100 EUR per academic year for primary.

- High School (national curriculum):
- Standard high‑school tuition: 9,000 EUR per academic year (payment normally in 10 monthly instalments).

- International High School — Tuition Fees 2026–2027 (per academic year):
- Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): 13,000 EUR per year; Resource fund: 600 EUR.
- Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13): 13,500 EUR per year; Resource fund: 500 EUR.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Early childhood tuition: payment terms are monthly according to the published fee schedule; the preschool fee schedule for 2025–2026 shows a 10‑tranșe (instalment) calendar with a 300 EUR advance at enrolment and subsequent tranșe due between mid‑August and mid‑May (specific tranșe amounts and exact 15th–20th payment windows are provided in the annual fee schedule).
- Elementary, Middle and High School tuition: billed for the academic year with payment commonly accepted in 10 monthly instalments; catering (food service) fees are often charged in 10 equal monthly instalments starting in September.
- Food service (where applicable) is charged per academic year and may be billed separately from tuition; for example standard catering for school levels is stated as 2,000 EUR + VAT per academic year and paid in 10 equal monthly instalments.
- Payment currency and invoicing: instalment amounts are issued in the local currency (RON) and are to be settled at the bank exchange rate applied on the invoice day (ING Bank rate is indicated as the exchange reference). Advance sums paid in advance are subject to the school's stated non‑refund rule in specified circumstances.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision applies; there are no boarding fees listed for Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea (boarding is not part of the published fee schedule).

Other costs and compulsory additional fees

- Fund fee for educational resources and programmes (covers textbooks, auxiliaries and partner programmes): typically 800 EUR/year for Elementary/Middle and High School levels (payable on enrolment); other levels (early years) show a 300 EUR/year fund.
- Administrative / management fees: a management/administrative fee of 1,000 EUR per academic year is shown for school levels; a management fund single tax of 820 EUR is also listed for nursery.
- Food service / catering fees (examples):
- Nursery 8:30–12:00 catering: 650 EUR/year + VAT; 8:30–13:00 or 14:00: 1,100 EUR/year + VAT; 8:30–18:00: 1,400 EUR/year + VAT. Holiday‑programme catering has daily/weekly/monthly rates listed separately.
- Uniform: the school requires a compulsory uniform and uniform items are sold through the school's uniform shop; example retail price for a tracksuit set shown on the school shop is 280.00 RON. The cost of compulsory uniform items is separate from tuition and is not included in the tuition amounts.
- Transport, trips, camps and Cambridge / external examination fees are charged separately and are not included in the stated tuition figures. Examination fees for Cambridge assessments and other external tests are paid in addition to tuition.

Refund and guarantee conditions

- Refundable guarantee: a refundable guarantee of 500 EUR is collected in August for certain levels; outstanding debts for books, optional activities and similar items may be deducted from this guarantee; the remaining amount is returned to parents when the contractual relationship ends.
- Advance payment and deposit refund policy: sums paid in advance (including advance instalments) are stated as non‑refundable if the educational contract ends for reasons not attributable to the school. The enrolment deposit for the International High School is, however, fully deducted from the annual tuition after admission is completed.

Fee payment options

- Payment by bank transfer / invoiced payment in local currency (RON) is the standard arrangement; invoices reference the ING Bank exchange rate for EUR→RON conversion on the invoice date.
- Instalment billing is available (commonly 10 monthly instalments for school years and catering); specific instalment amounts and due‑date windows are provided in the annual fee schedule distributed at enrolment.

(End of fees overview)
Academics

Liceul Teoretic Scoala Mea teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers a mixed National and Cambridge international curriculum. It awards the National Bacalaureat Diploma, an ECDL certificate, Cambridge IGCSE certificates (up to three, completed by the end of year 10), IELTS (in year 11) and 1–3 Cambridge A Levels (years 11–12). The National track (years 11–12) provides the National Bacalaureat Diploma, ECDL and IELTS (year 11). The school is a Cambridge International School (CAIE) authorized to run CAIE exams and offer IGCSE, AS and A Level programmes, and is accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO). In September 2026, new high school programmes in Acting and Singing (Pop and Jazz) will be available.

Higher Education Progression
Cambridge CAIE accreditation enables entry to universities worldwide, and British School Overseas accreditation aligns with UK standards for higher education pathways. Graduates may pursue higher education via the National Bacalaureat route or Cambridge qualifications (IGCSE, AS, A Levels).

Gifted and Talented
Extracurricular enrichment includes Math Club, Science Club, Doodle Town, Jolly Phonics, Conversation, and clubs such as Math Club and Science Club; language competitions and exam prep such as Spelling Bee, Junior Public Speaking, WordFest, Cambridge YLE, and Trinity; advanced language and Cambridge exam preparation (IGCSE, IELTS, AS) and inter-disciplinary themes (e.g., strategies for taking FCE/IGCSE/IELTS/AS).
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers an English language program with cross-curricular structure, supported by Romanian and English teachers. Preschools have 8 hours of English per week, preparatory classes have 8 hours per week, Grades III–IV have 9 hours per week, Grades V–VI have 10 hours per week, Grades VII–VIII have 7–8 hours per week, and Grades IX–XII have 4–5 hours per week. The program prepares students for Cambridge international exams (YLE, KET, PET, FCE) through optional courses such as Math Club, Primary Science, and exam-focused strategies. Teaching and communication in the preschool level are conducted exclusively in English.
Parent Experience

History
Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea opened its doors in 1999 with the belief that every child is unique and that success looks different for each student. From the outset, the school aimed to create a place where children discover their individuality, learn to express it through a balanced personality, and develop as confident, well-rounded individuals in culturally diverse environments. Timeline: 1999 MEA Kindergarten; 2003 Primary School; 2007 Gymnasium; 2013 High School with a Real profile in Natural Sciences; 2018 Cambridge International School; 2019 Real profile with intensive English. In 2024 a Humanistic profile in Social Sciences with intensive English and LTSM International was added, and in March 2025 LTSM International was accredited as a British School Overseas (BSO).

Community
The LTSM community is engaged through school projects and events organized by the PTA and other initiatives. The PTA is an organization of teachers and volunteer parents who participate actively in events and activities. PTA projects include Back to School Picnic; Christmas Fair; Talent Show; Drama Week; Creative workshops; Parties; Fairs; and Trips.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
PTA is an LTSM organization comprising teachers and volunteer parents who actively participate in events and activities. PTA targets include enabling parental participation in LTSM activities, improving communication between parents and with the school, building community through fundraising and charity events, giving parents autonomy in organizing events, and developing programs for social education, healthy lifestyle and effective learning. PTA projects include Back to School Picnic, Christmas Fair, Talent Show, Drama Week, Creative workshops, Parties, Fairs, and Trips.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Educational Spaces: Liceul Teoretic Școala Mea prioritizes access to modern and high-performance educational solutions. All classrooms, laboratories, the gym, and the psycho-pedagogical assistance office are fully equipped with interactive teaching systems, including interactive whiteboards, video cameras, and fixed and portable audio systems. The campus includes versatile rooms for extracurricular activities, spacious sports spaces, libraries with reading areas, outdoor playgrounds, recreational spaces designed for each age level, and a 300-seat hall for festivities. Sanitary measures, IT solutions, and equipment support enable courses to be delivered in hybrid and online formats.

Sports Facilities
The school has two gyms with locker rooms. There are two sports halls. The campus includes spacious sports spaces for a broad range of physical activities. Outdoor playgrounds provide additional recreation and fitness options.

Academic Facilities
The school has 37 classrooms. There are 3 physics laboratories, 3 chemistry laboratories, 3 biology laboratories, and 2 computer laboratories. Two Cambridge exam rooms are available on site. There are two counseling offices and two medical offices. The building includes an art room, a 3D printer room, and a school band room, plus two libraries.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Versatile rooms for extracurricular activities support the recreational program, libraries with reading areas, outdoor playgrounds, and age-appropriate recreational spaces. A 300-seat hall hosts festivities. The campus includes an art room, a 3D printer room, and a school band room to support student clubs and performances. An optional courses room supports activities such as karate, ballet, and personal development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Extracurricular activities extend the national curriculum across levels. Preschool features off-site experiences at the Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum and the Botanical Garden; Enjoy Art at the National Art Museum; Travel and Mobility experiences around airports and stations; Job Shadow Days in entrepreneurial settings; Let's Have a Picnic in nature; and specialist-led music education. Primary and lower secondary add seven monthly cross-disciplinary programs conducted in museums, Bricks 4 Kidz, Globe Culture assemblies, and My Parent, My Hero, plus British-curriculum themes in ICT and Drama, Stretch & Grow, and weekly thematic clubs and weeks such as English Week and Science Week. High School offers science courses in partnership with the University of Bucharest and hosts weekly and thematic activities including Drama Week, English Week, and Drama Week, with Friday clubs like Drama, Sports, and Debate/Public Speaking.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are integrated across levels. Preschool features Enjoy Art at the National Art Museum and specialist-led music education. Primary offers theatre, trivia, cooking, and School Band, and arts-related clubs such as Imagination & Construction Club and Fashion and Design Crafts; Friday thematic clubs include drama and choir/canto. Lower secondary includes dance, filmmaking, and choir; high school provides Drama Club, School Band, Filmmaking, and Choir (Cor and Canto), plus fashion and design crafts.

Cultural & Language
Multicultural education is promoted through Globe Culture assemblies. The school prepares students for English-language competitions and examinations, including Spelling Bee, Junior Public Speaking, and WordFest, and English-language exams such as Cambridge KET, PET, FCE, and Trinity. Weekly thematic weeks include English Week and Drama Week. English and broader cultural learning are integrated across levels.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs include Language Club, Math Club, Science Club, and Story Club. On Fridays, clubs include Drama, Sports, and Debate/Public Speaking. The program offers a wide range of hobby and interest-based activities across levels.

Leadership & Professional
My Parent, My Hero is an entrepreneurial education program with parental involvement. The Future Job Experiences program offers ninth-grade students six study modules led by specialists in Media, Medicine, 3D Printing, Debate, Mechanical Engineering, and Game Development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor learning and physical activity are emphasized across levels. Preschool includes Let's Have a Picnic and off-site visits; primary and lower secondary feature clubs and sports such as table tennis, football, and athletics; and high school offers Drama and Sports clubs on Fridays.
Languages

Language Provision
German, French and Spanish are offered as second languages. The German and French language programs prepare students for Delf (A1/A2/B1/B2) and Goethe (B1/B2) international exams. Weekly language hours are: 1 hour for preschool (German); 2 hours for primary (German/French/Spanish); 3 hours for fifth grade; 2 hours for grades VI–VIII; and 2 hours for high school.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a cross-curricular English program with adaptations to the British curriculum. The program is delivered by Romanian and English teachers. It runs across levels from preschool through XII with English hours per week varying by level, and Cambridge International exam preparation is available through optional courses.
Reputation

Accreditations
ARACIP, AoBSO, Cambridge Assessment, ECDL, UNESCO, FIS and other partnerships are shown as part of the school's accreditation/partnerships on the site.
Admissions

Admissions
Transfers during the school year are possible after completing enrolment stages, based on a request form from the LTSM secretariat, with approval by the current school. LTSM provides a wide range of learning support; after collecting the necessary information, LTSM decides if the appropriate program can be provided; places are limited. The admission process has two essential steps: schedule a visit to LTSM by filling the Visit us form or by contacting the secretariat; and undertake the evaluation test as part of the final selection. LTSM offers two curricula: Mixed National and Cambridge and International Exclusive British. National High School Real/Humanities Profile follows the national curriculum with a Real (Natural Sciences) or Humanities (Social Sciences) profile, complemented by Cambridge Mathematics and a range of electives. LTSM International British Pathway follows Cambridge pathways: IGCSE in years 10–11 with eight Cambridge IGCSE exams; compulsory English, Mathematics, Sciences and Modern Foreign Languages; Advanced Level AS/A2 in years 12–13 prepares for top universities. The teaching staff are dedicated specialists; 11.2% are native English-speaking; 76.92% have more than four years of experience; 4.61% hold PhDs; 21.53% hold a first degree; 16.58% hold a second degree; 29.23% have Qualified status.

Scholarships
Scholarships awarded include Merit Scholarships, Social Assistance Grants and Loyalty Scholarships. Application Process and Calendar: External candidates can apply if they demonstrate outstanding academic results, active involvement and exemplary behavior; eligibility is defined in the Scholarship Regulations. To apply, meet eligibility, write an English application letter of up to 700 words on the topic Describe your personal goals and the obstacles or difficulties that must be overcome to achieve them, and complete the online Application Form for 2026–2027. 2026–2027 Scholarship Program Calendar: 23 February – 1 March 2026 Information dissemination; 2 March – 1 April 2026 Registration at the High School Secretariat; 3 April 2026 Posting of accepted application files on the school website; 20 – 24 April 2026 Interview scheduling for Merit Scholarship applicants; 22 April 2026 Written examination for Performance Scholarship candidates; 30 April 2026 Release of written test results; 8 May 2026 Final results announcement. Categories of Scholarship Awards: High Performance Scholarships (Grades IX–XII) with selection criteria including national test results or Cambridge/ CAT4 measures and Olympiad prizes; Study Scholarships represent 50% of the tuition for eligible students with low family income (monthly per-family member not more than 3000 lei), a GPA above 9.50 and a behavior grade of 10, plus a municipal prize in national Olympiads; Social Aid Scholarships represent 70% of annual tuition for students who have lost one or both parents or have illnesses requiring expensive treatment.
School Events
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