International School of Dublin
International School in Dublin
Quick answer
International School of Dublin delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum, with notably small class sizes averaging 12 students. Well-suited to internationally mobile families. Tuition of $11,000–$11,000/year is in line with Dublin averages. The student body draws from 20 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at International School of Dublin.
- Tuition: $11,000–$11,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 12 Dublin international school.
- 20 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 12 school day starts at 8:45.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
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12 avg
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About International School of Dublin
International School of Dublin is the only school in Ireland to offer the International Baccalaureate programme to children aged 3-12.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $11,000 – $11,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 11000-11000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,800(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,300 |
| Cost position in Dublin | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
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Spanish
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Yes, ISD provides support for non-native speakers through English as an Additional Language (EAL).
8:45 – 14:45
Yes
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
Moderately diverse
Estimated Real Cost
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