LANDAU School is a leading private school in Baku, Azerbaijan, offering Cambridge IGCSE and A Level programmes alongside Pearson Edexcel qualifications. Founded in 2018, the school has grown rapidly across eight campuses and is known for its strong mathematics and science orientation. With a 100% university acceptance rate and 94% of graduates attending universities abroad, LANDAU combines rigorous academics with a commitment to developing well-rounded, principled young people.
Location
Baku, Azerbaijan. The school operates across eight campuses including Narimanov, Bayil, Ag Sheher, City Garden, West Town, Sea Breeze, Ganjlik, and Khatai.
Stages
Pre-school (ages 4-6), Primary School, Secondary School, Preparatory School (Grades 9-11), and Evening School.
Type
Private co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Predominantly Azerbaijani students with an international mix across multiple language streams (English, Azerbaijani, Russian).
Additional learning support
The school provides tailored support through its phased educational approach, designed to uncover each student's individual talents.
Country affiliation
Azerbaijan. Licensed by the Ministry of Economy of Azerbaijan.
Religious affiliation
Non-denominational.
School day structure
Full-day programme available. Two meals (lunch and a snack) are included in the tuition fee. Short-day and full-day options available for pre-school.
Bus service
Information not publicly available. Contact the school for transport arrangements.
Boarding Arrangements
LANDAU School is a day school and does not offer boarding.
Uniform Requirement
Uniform payments are managed through the school's payment system, suggesting a uniform is required.
Food Options
Two meals (lunch and a snack) are included in the tuition fee. Separate catering fees may apply for additional services.
House System
No information available on a house system.
Governance and Ownership
Privately owned. The leadership team includes Rashad Taghiyev (CEO), Ali Orujov (CFO), Emil Leznik (Chief Academic Officer), and Kamal Aliyev (Chief Commercial Officer).
Annual tuition starts from 5,750 AZN for pre-school and from 7,300 AZN for the main school programme. Preparatory school fees start from 4,700 AZN. Evening school classes range from 125 to 560 AZN per month.
Curriculum
LANDAU School follows the British curriculum, delivering Cambridge IGCSE and A Level programmes alongside Pearson Edexcel qualifications. The school has a strong mathematics and science orientation while also offering robust humanities programmes. An International Foundation Year programme is available through an NCUK partnership.
Student Teacher Ratio
Not publicly available.
Exam Results
Students achieve an average IELTS score of 7.5. The school boasts a 100% university acceptance rate, with 94% of students attending foreign universities. Over 800 academic medals have been won in a single year.
Higher Education Progression
100% of graduates are accepted into universities, with 94% attending international institutions. The school partners with NCUK to provide foundation year pathways to leading universities worldwide.
Gifted and Talented
The school runs a dedicated Olympiad Preparation Centre where students train for national and international academic competitions. Over 800 medals have been won in competitions.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school's educational approach emphasises self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and developing the whole student through its graduate competency framework.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Not specifically detailed on the website. Contact the school for information about SEN provisions.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Multiple language streams are available, allowing students to study in English, Azerbaijani, or Russian depending on their needs.
Mental Wellbeing
The school promotes student wellbeing through its core values of integrity, ambition, perseverance, responsibility, and respect.
Safeguarding
High-level security is maintained across all campuses.
Admissions
Applications can be submitted online through the school website. The school operates an admissions exam process. Multiple campuses are available across Baku.
Scholarships
Two scholarship programmes are available: the POLAD programme and the NATAVAN programme. Details can be obtained from the admissions team.
Waitlist
Not specifically mentioned. Contact the admissions office for availability.