Compare Canadian Curriculum International Schools in Bulgaria

Maple Bear Sofia operates at two campuses in Sofia, Bulgaria: Maple Bear Kambanite at 9 Vitoshki Kambani Street, Sofia 1756, and Maple Bear Boyana at 38 Panoramen Path Street, Sofia 1616. The Kambanite campus is in a green, peaceful area with views of Vitosha mountain, and the Boyana campus is in the Boyana district. Both locations have Google Maps listings.

Preschool; Primary School (Grades 0-4); Middle School (Grades 5-7); High School

Hybrid Canadian-Bulgarian curriculum; bilingual education (Preschool through High School)

Differentiated instruction to challenge advanced learners and to support those who need help to catch up; competitive mathematics classes for Grades 2–4 and preparation for national competitions such as Mathematics without Borders, European Kangaroo, Lyuboslovie, and Spelling Bee.

Canada; the Maple Bear program is created in Canada

The day blends Bulgarian-language instruction under the Ministry of Education with Maple Bear English instruction. School hours are 08:00–18:00, Monday–Friday; drop-off is 08:00–08:30; pick-up is 16:00–16:30; after-class activities extend to 16:30–17:20 or 18:00.

Uniforms are not included in tuition. Uniforms can be purchased separately through the Maple Bear CEE online store.

Meal plans are not included in the tuition and come at an additional cost. Students also have the option to bring their own lunch.

The school is part of Maple Bear Global Schools Ltd.

The Maple Bear Sofia program follows a hybrid model that blends the Canadian Maple Bear curriculum with the Bulgarian national curriculum, with bilingual instruction in English and Bulgarian. The Maple Bear curriculum is created in Canada by Canadian experts and updated by the Maple Bear Faculty (150+ expert educators), and it covers language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies with a child-centered learning approach.

2024: Bulgarian Language and Literature 91.79; Mathematics 89.79. 2025: Bulgarian Language and Literature 85.46; Mathematics 89.29.

The Maple Bear mission prepares students for success at the post-secondary level.

Academically ambitious students in Grades 2–4 have competitive mathematics classes as part of the standard school day and are prepared for national competitions such as Mathematics Without Borders, European Kangaroo, Lyuboslovie and Spelling Bee.

Maple Bear Sofia teaches the whole child—cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically. Social and emotional growth is integrated with academic learning through soft skills and character development. The program emphasizes empathy, respect, leadership, and community involvement as core values. Students learn in bilingual, collaborative environments that foster social interaction and cross-cultural understanding. Social and emotional development is a deliberate focus of Maple Bear Sofia, supporting personal growth alongside academics.

Maple Bear Sofia provides an inclusive bilingual environment welcoming all families. Teachers tailor the learning experience to each child's needs and strengths. The learning environment embraces individuality and varied learning styles with flexible, inclusive approaches.

The school uses an English immersion model from preschool to develop English language proficiency. English is taught as a second language through immersion and real-life use, not through separate lessons. Academic content is taught in either the native language or English, depending on the subject and grade level, within a hybrid Canadian-local curriculum.

Maple Bear Sofia emphasizes social and emotional well-being as part of its education. The program supports soft skills and resilience and fosters social-emotional development. The daily schedule and school environment are designed to be safe and nurturing, supporting students' mental well-being.

The Maple Bear Sofia mission is to deliver a student-focused learning system in a safe, secure and stimulating environment. The daily routine describes a safe and nurturing environment with a balanced bilingual program.

Admission Policy at Maple Bear Sofia outlines a three-step process: Schedule a Visit, Visit of Your Child, and Feedback and Approval. Schedule a visit to explore the school, meet the team, and understand the curriculum by completing the form. Your child then visits the school—Grade 0 and Grade 1 have a shorter introductory session, while older students attend a trial day with current students. The team observes learning approach, language abilities and social skills to aid the transition, with older students possibly completing brief tasks in Bulgarian, Math or English. After these steps, the admissions team reviews the application and notifies you of the decision; if approved, you complete the enrollment form and provide the required documents to prepare for the first day. Apply Now invites you to book a meeting and submit the application; Maple Bear Sofia aims to respond within 1–2 working days. Note: Children who attended Maple Bear Vitosha Kindergarten receive priority in enrollment, and the preliminary application form is non-binding with personal data handled under the European data protection directive (EC2016/679).