The British International School Bratislava
International School in Bratislava
Quick answer
The British International School Bratislava (BIS Bratislava) serves 800 students from 45 nationalities aged 2 to 18. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO and CIE. Tuition $12,640-$27,530 per year. Strong fit for diplomatic, EU-institution and corporate expat families on Bratislava assignments seeking British/IB-track education in Slovakia's capital, with strong Vienna-corridor commute compatibility for tri-city Vienna-Bratislava-Brno region families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $12,640–$27,530/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 17 (max 24) Bratislava international school · 800 students total.
- 45 nationalities top: Slovak, Korean, British.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:00am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIE verified.
800
45 (Slovak, Korean, British, American, Chinese, etc.)
17 avg / 24 max
Rolling
IBO, CIE
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About The British International School Bratislava
The British International School Bratislava is a friendly and welcoming school that aims for high educational achievement in a supportive learning environment. BISB offers a distinguished educational experience and our teachers who are both highly qualified and experienced share the same commitment to ensure that every child’s potential is fulfilled.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $12,640 – $27,530 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 12640-27530 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,735(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $23,235 |
| Cost position in Bratislava | 91th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
International Baccalaureates Diploma (IBD) and International General Certificate of Secondary Education ( IGCSE)
Students' scores on the IB Diploma averaged 33 points, compared to the global average of 29.6 points. In IGCSE, 96% of our students achieve grades A-C.
Spanish, French, German, Korean, Slovak
1:1 support on weekly basis ; in class support in collaboration with the class and subjects teachers; specific timetable adapted to student`s needs; specific adaptation for student`s need in examinations
Yes, we have a dedicated Special Education Needs (SEN) team who works closely with the students with specific learning needs.
English Additional Language Lessons
8:00am – 15:00 - 16:30 Monday - Thursday; 15:00 - 16:00 Friday
Yes
Vegetarian, gluten free and lactose free options.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Slovak, Korean, British, American, Chinese, etc.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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