International British School of Bucharest
International School in Bucharest
Quick answer
International British School of Bucharest (IBSB) serves 470 students from 30 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level pathways, accredited by COBIS, BSO, ECIS and CIE — a four-accreditation set. Tuition $13,098-$22,732 per year. Strong fit for diplomatic, EU-institution and corporate expat families on Bucharest assignments seeking British-track education with strong recognition signals across European pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $13,098–$22,732/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 16 Bucharest international school · 470 students total.
- 30 nationalities top: Romanian.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: COBIS, BSO, ECIS plus 1 more.
470
30 (Romanian)
16 avg
Rolling
COBIS, BSO, ECIS, CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About International British School of Bucharest
The International British School of Bucharest is a small, friendly, and welcoming community where respect, tolerance, creativity, and independent learning are core values. We believe education is about more than exam results—it’s about nurturing social, emotional, and intellectual growth for lifelong success.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $13,098 – $22,732 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 61560 lei-106839 lei |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $18,685(+4%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $20,185 |
| Cost position in Bucharest | 87th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
In Primary School the students take the Cambridge Pupil Progress Tests at the end of each Key Stage. In Secondary the students take Checkpoint Exams in Year 9, IGCSE exams in Years 10 & 11, and GCE A Level exams in Years 12 & 13. Students able to take exams early with an A/A* passing grade are permitted to do so.
German, Spanish, French, Romanian
We offer Special Support to Students with SEND with our Student Counselor through our strong Intervention Program and Support from Tutors.
Yes. IBSB has specialized staff and programs to support children with special learning needs. We are committed to ensuring every child has equal access to education. When a specific need is identified, parents are informed, and an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) is developed in collaboration with families. Our team includes qualified student counsellors and trained teachers, and as members of the National Association for Special Educational Needs (NASEN), our staff have access to resources and ongoing training. We provide personalized support through mentoring systems and counselling services, ensuring academic, social, and emotional development for all students.
Yes, Our School offers and EAL (English as an Additional Language) Programme to students that have little or no English.
8:30 – 15:50
Yes
Yes
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Fee Position in Bucharest
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Romanian
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