British International School of Zagreb
International School in Zagreb
Quick answer
British International School of Zagreb follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 50 nationalities. Well-suited to boarding families. Tuition of $8,145–$19,549/year is in line with Zagreb averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $8,145–$19,549/yr published in HRK, US$ equivalent.
- 50 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 9:00.
- Accreditations: CIE verified.
18
50
18 max
Available
CIE
IGCSE and A-Levels
About British International School of Zagreb
The British International School of Zagreb (BISZ) started operating on September 02, 2013. It has now completed ten full educational years as an International School. BISZ is the sister school to Kreativan razvoj Primary School, a private educational institution that has been operating for twenty four years. It is the oldest and one of the leading primary schools in Zagreb, Croatia.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $8,145 – $19,549 |
| Annual tuition (HRK) | 56824 kn-136379 kn |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $14,947(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $16,447 |
| Cost position in Zagreb | 86th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
German, Italian, Croatian
unknown
Yes
9:00 – 16:35 (Fridays 15:00)
Yes. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided for and are included in the school fees. Meals are prepared freshly in our kitchen/ including halal and students eat their meals in the school's dining hall.
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Zagreb
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
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