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Kings Schools International

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €10,080
Ages 5 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 175
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, German, Spanish, Slovak
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Kings Schools International Bratislava delivers a British-based international curriculum, drawing on the English National Curriculum and Pearson Edexcel pathways. The school teaches in English from age 5 to 18, with a bespoke curriculum to align with Slovak requirements for smooth transitions between state and international schooling. The core programme covers language arts, mathematics, sciences, humanities, performing arts, physical education, information technology, and design technology, with equal emphasis given to academics, sports, and the arts. Students progress through lower secondary iLowerSecondary (Year 7–9), International GCSEs (Year 10–11), and Edexcel A Levels (Year 12–13), supporting progression to higher education. Facilities include modern classrooms, a swimming pool, a sauna, an Athletic Hall with IAAF certification, fencing and judo/gymnastics spaces, and outdoor areas. A after-school program runs breakfast clubs and Kings Extra Curricular Clubs, emphasizing sport, arts, and languages. The school opened in Bratislava in 2018 and has established a multilingual, globally minded community.

The Essentials

Kings Schools International has 175 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location

Trnavská cesta 3421/39, 831 04 Bratislava, Slovak Republic. The Kings Schools International Bratislava is set within a large sport centre in Bratislava, offering a wide range of sport facilities.

Stages

Early Years (Nursery & Reception), Primary, Secondary.

Type

International school.

School day structure

Registration from 7:00 to 8:15; Morning stretch from 8:15 to 9:00; Break from 9:00 to 9:30; Educational activities from 9:30 to 10:15; Sport and outdoor activities from 10:15 to 11:00; Lunch from 11:00 to 12:15; Sleep from 12:15 to 14:00; Educational activities from 14:15 to 15:00; Snack from 15:00 to 15:45; Quiet Time and Games or Clubs from 15:45 to 17:00. After School Clubs run from 15:30 to 16:30; Extend Day Club until 16:30. Morning Breakfast Club opens for younger pupils from 07:30.
Diving Deeper

Food Options

The school has a canteen; snacks are provided after the close of the school day, with snacks served from 15:00 to 15:45 and again from 15:45 to 17:00.

Governance and Ownership

The school is privately owned and operates as Kings Schools International, s.r.o. It lists IČO 55 125 450, DIČ 2121901221 and IČ DPH SK 2121901221 on its contact page.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kings Schools International ranges from EUR 10,080 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- Registration (admissions) fee: EUR 300. This fee is payable on enrolment and is non-refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025/26)

- Kindergarten (Nursery / Reception)
- Nursery – Annual: EUR 10,080. Pay by term: 1st term EUR 3,360 | 2nd term EUR 3,360 | 3rd term EUR 3,360. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,008/month.
- Reception – Annual: EUR 10,080. Pay by term: 1st term EUR 3,360 | 2nd term EUR 3,360 | 3rd term EUR 3,360. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,008/month.
- Year 1 – Annual: EUR 10,860. Pay by term: EUR 3,620 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,086/month.

- Primary (Years 2–6)
- Year 2 – Annual: EUR 11,250. Pay by term: EUR 3,750 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,125/month.
- Year 3 – Annual: EUR 11,250. Pay by term: EUR 3,750 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,125/month.
- Year 4 – Annual: EUR 13,050. Pay by term: EUR 4,350 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,305/month.
- Year 5 – Annual: EUR 13,050. Pay by term: EUR 4,350 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,305/month.
- Year 6 – Annual: EUR 13,050. Pay by term: EUR 4,350 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,305/month.

- Lower Secondary (Years 7–9)
- Year 7 – Annual: EUR 14,010. Pay by term: EUR 4,670 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,401/month.
- Year 8 – Annual: EUR 14,010. Pay by term: EUR 4,670 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,401/month.
- Year 9 – Annual: EUR 14,010. Pay by term: EUR 4,670 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,401/month.

- Upper Secondary (Years 10–14)
- Year 10 – Annual: EUR 15,000. Pay by term: EUR 5,000 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,500/month.
- Year 11 – Annual: EUR 15,000. Pay by term: EUR 5,000 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,500/month.
- Year 12 – Annual: EUR 16,050. Pay by term: EUR 5,350 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,605/month.
- Year 13 – Annual: EUR 16,050. Pay by term: EUR 5,350 per term. Pay by month (10 months): EUR 1,605/month.
- Year 14 – Fee: individual arrangement.

(All annual, per-term and per-month fee figures above correspond to the published school fee schedule for the 2025/26 academic year.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing frequency offered: annual, termly (three terms) or a 10-month monthly instalment plan; the published per-term and per-month breakdowns above align with those options.
- Early-payment discount: 5% discount on school fees when the full academic year is paid in advance by 31 July 2025.
- Sibling discount: 2 siblings at school – 10% (on tuition); 3 siblings – 15%; 4 siblings – 20%. The registration fee applies only to the first enrolled sibling.
- Referral credit: one‑time tuition credit for parents who recommend new students (values published per referral in the school schedule).

Boarding fees

- Boarding: Not applicable. The school's published facilities and programme information describe day-school facilities (canteen, pool, sports halls, fitness centre) and do not include boarding provision or boarding charges.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Included in tuition: school meals and snacks; textbooks (to be returned in good condition at year end); consumable workbooks; specialist English language teaching; learning support; core IGCSE (Year 11) and A‑Level (Year 13) exam fees; local curriculum-related school trips; many after-school clubs (some clubs may incur extra charge); discount on school summer clubs; reduced-price access for parents to the fitness centre.
- Not included in tuition (extra charges may apply): optional school bus transportation; some optional after-school activities; optional residential trips or ski trips; resit fees for IGCSE and A/AS-level exams.
- Uniforms and uniform fees: no specific uniform fee or uniform cost schedule is published with the school's tuition schedule. Uniform-related costs, if any, are treated as separate additional items.

Refund information

- The registration (admissions) fee is explicitly non-refundable. Other specific refund provisions for tuition or ancillary charges are not set out in the school's published fee summary. For the registration fee and the published fee inclusions/exclusions see the fee schedule.

Fee payment options and practical process

- Billing is issued on the basis of the annual, termly or monthly schedules shown above; parents may choose to pay annually, by term or by the 10‑month instalment plan consistent with the published per-term and per-month amounts.
- The admissions process requires signing the school contract and payment of the admissions/registration fee at enrolment; accepted payment methods and invoicing details are handled through the school office during contract finalisation.

(End of fee overview.)
Academics

Kings Schools International teaches British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum

Kings Schools International delivers an international curriculum based on the English National Curriculum, taught in English. It teaches language arts, mathematics, the sciences, humanities, performing arts, physical education, information technology, and design technology. The curriculum places equal emphasis on sports, the creative and performing arts, and academics to provide broad educational and vocational pathways from school to university and employment. For expatriate families, the curriculum offers continuity in education while aligning with Slovak requirements so Slovak students can move between state schools and Kings without interruption. The school provides lower and upper secondary pathways, including Pearson Edexcel iLowerSecondary (Year 7-9) and International GCSEs (Year 10-11) and Edexcel A Levels (Year 12-13), supporting progression to higher education.

Higher Education Progression

Progress to university is supported by Pearson Edexcel qualifications. International AS and A Levels enable progression to university worldwide, with universities listed as examples such as Oxford, Cambridge, Columbia University and Yale University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides an inclusive international community that promotes lifelong learning, creativity and global awareness in a caring and supportive environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The curriculum is designed with learners of English as an additional language in mind, and learning is organized around themes with support for diverse backgrounds.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the medium of instruction; the primary curriculum is written with learners of English as an additional language in mind.

Mental Wellbeing

The school emphasizes a safe and stimulating climate and aims to tailor teaching to individual learners to build confidence and independence.

Safeguarding

The school operates under Slovak and international authorisation to teach and maintains a professional environment (contact details provided for admissions and inquiries).
Parent Experience

History

Kings Schools International opened in Bratislava in September 2018 after receiving full Slovak and international authorisation to teach students aged 5 to 19.

Community

The school provides an inclusive international community that promotes lifelong learning, creativity and global awareness in a caring and supportive environment. Pupils and students are at the centre of every decision to ensure they are happy, confident and that opportunities match their needs. An extensive after-school program offers clubs in art, dance, sport, gymnastics, choir and music, computer studies, design technology and drama, with clubs running from 15:30 to 16:30 and Extend Day available until 16:30 for Years 2-6. The school also runs local trips, a ski trip for Year 7 and higher, and residential trips, with advance notice given to parents about dates and costs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Kings Schools International Bratislava features modernly furnished classrooms, a swimming pool and sauna, and a school canteen. The Athletic Hall has an IAAF certification. The fitness centre offers a discounted monthly season ticket for parents. A fencing hall supports fencing training, a hall for judo and gymnastics is available, and the school yard provides outdoor space.

Sports Facilities

An Athletic Hall with an IAAF surface certificate is the main indoor sports facility. A fencing hall supports fencing training. A hall is dedicated to judo and gymnastics. A swimming pool and sauna are available.

Academic Facilities

Modernly furnished classrooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Morning Breakfast Club runs before school from 7:30 to 8:15 under supervision. Kings Extra Curricular Clubs run after school from 15:30 to 16:30 and offer a wide array of athletic, linguistic, creative and technical activities. A list of clubs and activities is published and clubs begin during the second week of the school year. Some after-school activities may incur fees.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The Kings Schools International offers an English-language academic programme for international and Slovak day students aged 3–16. The programme brings together best practices in international education and encourages students to pursue meaningful and purposeful study. The school tailors teaching to the needs of the individual learner and gives equal weight to the academic, creative and physical aspects. Students benefit from a low teacher-to-student ratio with small class sizes and a campus with superb facilities.

Arts & Creative

The school provides an extensive programme of after-school activities including art, dance, sport, gymnastics, choir and musical training, computer activities, design and technology, and drama. These clubs run from 15:45 to 16:00, after which students may join the Extended Day programme until 17:00. The approach places equal emphasis on academic and creative development as part of a broad educational experience. This enables students to discover and develop talents in the arts and performing arts.

Cultural & Language

The school promotes an inclusive international community and global awareness. Model United Nations is offered as an extracurricular activity, giving students opportunities to discuss current events and develop cross-cultural communication. Kings participates in Model UN conferences, providing students with valuable experiences in debate and collaboration. The school fosters cross-cultural learning and global perspectives through its international ethos.

Social & Hobbies

The School Day features an extensive programme of after-school activities including art, dance, sport, gymnastics, choir and musical training, computer activities, design and technology, and drama. Clubs run from 15:45 to 16:00, with Extended Day care available until 17:00. Students are encouraged to pursue interests beyond academics through a broad, balanced range of activities inside and outside the classroom.

Community & Service

The school promotes an inclusive international community and global awareness in a caring and supportive environment. It emphasises lifelong learning, creativity and partnerships with parents, the local community, business and industry to maximise learning opportunities. The school actively fosters collaboration and social responsibility within its community.

Leadership & Professional

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered, helping students develop leadership, communication and teamwork through skill-building and expeditions. Model United Nations conferences provide leadership- and public-speaking experiences for students. The school's mission emphasizes helping students realise hidden talents and excel as creative and motivated lifelong learners.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The Kings School International is set within a large sport centre offering opportunities for a wide range of sport activities. The School Day includes an Extended Day Programme after school until 17:00. After-school clubs support physical activity and wellbeing through sports, dance, fitness, and the arts. The school emphasizes a safe and stimulating climate designed to foster confidence and independence.
Languages

Language Provision

The school teaches in English and uses an English-medium curriculum modelled on the English National Curriculum. Languages are taught as stand-alone lessons in core areas. The iPrimary English curriculum is designed for non-native speakers, with EAL progression. There is alignment with Slovak educational requirements to allow Slovak students to move between state and international education with continuity.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Complete the application form. The admissions process includes a personal visit or video call with the admissions officer and a tour of the school premises. If a tour is not possible, a video tour of the school site is shared.

2. Provide your child/children's most recent school reports. The admissions team will review these reports as part of the application. This helps assess prior performance.

3. Schedule an age-appropriate test for your child to complete in school. The school office will notify you of the test outcome. In the meantime, trial day/days can be arranged for your child to try out how it is with us.

4. Sign the school contract and pay the admissions fee. The contract must be signed and the admissions fee paid. This is part of the admissions process.

Scholarships

We offer a Scholarship Program based on proven family financial needs, academic or sports excellence and the availability of funds. Details for the Scholarship Program for the school year 2024/25 are being prepared and will be published soon.
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