British International School Moscow – School 3 vs British International School Moscow – School 5

	B British International School Moscow – School 3 Moscow, Russia	B British International School Moscow – School 5 Moscow, Russia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RUB 16,590 - 37,500	Fees / year RUB 16,590 - 1,650,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 7 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 123	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language Russian, English
Opened	Opened 1994	Opened 1997
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location School 3 is located on Profsoyuznaya Street in Moscow and is one of the British International School in Moscow's six campuses. It is part of BIS Moscow's network located across different parts of Moscow. The school provides a transport service.	Location Moscow, Russia (School 5 campus of The British International School in Moscow).
Stages	Stages The school serves students aged 11 to 18 years.	Stages International Programme serves ages 2–18; Russian Programme serves ages 7–18.
School type	School type —	School type International school with multiple campuses (one of BIS Moscow's six campuses).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The school has students of over 50 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix Students from over 50 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support EAL (English as an Additional Language) support programme is available for learners who need language assistance.	Additional learning support EAL support is provided; language immersion from day 1.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom	Country affiliation UK-accredited international school offering English-language curricula.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation None indicated.
School day structure	School day structure The day includes a well-balanced schedule with time for rest and outdoor play, meals are provided, and a transport service is available; after-school care is offered until 15:30 or 19:00.	School day structure Younger students can stay until 15:30 or 19:00 for an after-school programme.
Bus service details	Bus service details The school provides a transport service.	Bus service details Transport service is provided.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Assessment fees - International Programme: EUR 4,000 — one-time academic assessment fee payable at enrolment. A sibling discount reduces the assessment fee to EUR 1,000 for children who have a sibling already enrolled; children aged 2–4 and some transferring pupils may be eligible for a free or reduced assessment as specified by the school. - Russian Programme: RUB 100,000 — one-time assessment fee payable at enrolment. Tuition fees (International Programme) — amounts shown per term and per academic year - Nursery (½ day): Term EUR 5,530 • Year EUR 16,590. - Nursery (1 day): Term EUR 7,100 • Year EUR 21,300. - Reception: Term EUR 8,400 • Year EUR 25,200. - Year 1 (KS1): Term EUR 10,000 • Year EUR 30,000. - Year 2: Term EUR 10,000 • Year EUR 30,000. - Year 3 (KS2): Term EUR 10,550 • Year EUR 31,650. - Year 4: Term EUR 10,550 • Year EUR 31,650. - Year 5: Term EUR 10,550 • Year EUR 31,650. - Year 6: Term EUR 10,550 • Year EUR 31,650. - Year 7 (KS3): Term EUR 11,700 • Year EUR 35,100. - Year 8: Term EUR 11,700 • Year EUR 35,100. - Year 9: Term EUR 11,700 • Year EUR 35,100. - Year 10 (KS4): Term EUR 12,150 • Year EUR 36,450. - Year 11: Term EUR 12,150 • Year EUR 36,450. - Year 12 (A-level): Term EUR 12,500 • Year EUR 37,500. - Year 13: Term EUR 12,500 • Year EUR 37,500. Tuition fees (Russian Programme) — amounts shown by study period and annual total (RUB) - Year 1: Period I RUB 580,000 • Period II RUB 480,000 • Period III RUB 480,000 • Year RUB 1,540,000. - Year 2: Period I RUB 580,000 • Period II RUB 480,000 • Period III RUB 480,000 • Year RUB 1,540,000. - Year 3: Period I RUB 580,000 • Period II RUB 480,000 • Period III RUB 480,000 • Year RUB 1,540,000. - Year 4: Period I RUB 580,000 • Period II RUB 480,000 • Period III RUB 480,000 • Year RUB 1,540,000. - Year 5: Period I RUB 590,000 • Period II RUB 490,000 • Period III RUB 490,000 • Year RUB 1,570,000. - Year 6: Period I RUB 590,000 • Period II RUB 490,000 • Period III RUB 490,000 • Year RUB 1,570,000. - Year 7: Period I RUB 590,000 • Period II RUB 490,000 • Period III RUB 490,000 • Year RUB 1,570,000. - Year 8: Period I RUB 650,000 • Period II RUB 500,000 • Period III RUB 500,000 • Year RUB 1,650,000. - Year 9: Period I RUB 650,000 • Period II RUB 500,000 • Period III RUB 500,000 • Year RUB 1,650,000. - Year 10: Period I RUB 650,000 • Period II RUB 500,000 • Period III RUB 500,000 • Year RUB 1,650,000. - Year 11: Period I RUB 650,000 • Period II RUB 500,000 • Period III RUB 500,000 • Year RUB 1,650,000. What is included in tuition - International Programme: core educational programme (ages 2–18), support by native English-speaking educators and tutors, partial excursion programme, onsite menu up to Year 6, some free school clubs, learning materials and school supplies, and EAL support where required. - Russian Programme: core educational programme (ages 7–18), in-depth English study, free school clubs, all textbooks, excursion programme, speech therapist and psychologist support, and onsite menu. Extra charges and supplementary services (charged separately) - Extended day (child care until 19:00) — charged in addition to tuition; families must contact admissions for current rates. - Paid clubs / extra‑curricular activities — additional charge for certain clubs; families must contact admissions for current rates. - School bus / transport service — separate fee applies; routes, registration and fees are organised each term and charged separately. - Uniform — uniform is required and charged separately; cost depends on items purchased. - Additional optional charges that may apply: external individual music tuition, optional residential trips or external exam fees — these are charged separately when provided. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are presented on a per-term and per-year basis; invoices and the exact payment schedule (deadlines, instalment dates, and any deposit requirements) are defined in the school's enrolment/education contract. - The school may require an advance payment/deposit to secure a place; example contractual practice includes an advance (e.g., RUB 100,000) to be paid within a set number of banking days after contract signing and credited against the first charged period. - Currency and exchange-rate handling for payments made in roubles are governed by the contract: amounts payable in roubles are calculated at the Central Bank of the Russian Federation exchange rate on the day of payment; an established minimum rate may apply in certain circumstances. Refunds, cancellations and non-payment - Entrance/assessment fees are treated as one-time admissions charges and are non-refundable. - Withdrawals during an academic period typically do not result in refunds for that period's fees; the contract sets the precise refund, cancellation and notice rules. The school may retain payments already received for the relevant academic period if withdrawal is at the parent's initiative. - In cases of force majeure or extraordinary governmental measures, the school may change the format of delivery (including remote delivery) without altering the published fee amount and without offering refunds for suspended lessons, as specified in standard contractual clauses. - Non-payment can lead to suspension of services or termination of the contract and may incur penalties as set out in the contract. Boarding - No boarding programme is listed. The school operates as a day school with after‑school and extended‑day care options (services available up to 19:00). Fee payment methods and practical details - Accepted currencies and payment processing rules are specified in the contract; payments may be accepted in Russian roubles or in euros, with the contract specifying the exchange‑rate rule for rouble settlements. - Common available payment methods include bank transfer to the school's account (bank details provided in the contract; transfer costs borne by the payer), card payments at campus locations, and cash payments at the school cash office where available. Specifics and bank details are provided in contractual and admissions paperwork. Summary guidance for parents - Tuition rates are published per term and per year for both the International (EUR) and Russian (RUB) programmes; a one-time assessment fee is charged on enrolment for each programme. Some clubs and services are included in tuition and others are charged separately (extended day, paid clubs, transport, uniform). The formal enrolment contract specifies payment deadlines, instalment schedules, deposit/advance requirements, accepted payment methods, and the detailed refund/cancellation terms.	Fee details Application & assessment fees - International (English National Curriculum) programme: one-off academic assessment / enrolment fee of EUR 4,000, payable once at enrolment. - Russian programme: one-off academic assessment fee of 100,000 ₽, payable once at enrolment. Tuition fees — International programme (per term and per year) - Nursery (½ day): EUR 5,530 per term / EUR 16,590 per year. - Nursery (1 day): EUR 7,100 per term / EUR 21,300 per year. - Reception: EUR 8,400 per term / EUR 25,200 per year. - Year 1: EUR 10,000 per term / EUR 30,000 per year. - Year 2: EUR 10,000 per term / EUR 30,000 per year. - Year 3: EUR 10,550 per term / EUR 31,650 per year. - Year 4: EUR 10,550 per term / EUR 31,650 per year. - Year 5: EUR 10,550 per term / EUR 31,650 per year. - Year 6: EUR 10,550 per term / EUR 31,650 per year. - Year 7: EUR 11,700 per term / EUR 35,100 per year. - Year 8: EUR 11,700 per term / EUR 35,100 per year. - Year 9: EUR 11,700 per term / EUR 35,100 per year. - Year 10: EUR 12,150 per term / EUR 36,450 per year. - Year 11: EUR 12,150 per term / EUR 36,450 per year. - Year 12 (A‑level): EUR 12,500 per term / EUR 37,500 per year. - Year 13: EUR 12,500 per term / EUR 37,500 per year. Tuition fees — Russian programme (term breakdown and annual total, RUB) - Class 1: I term 580,000 ₽ / II term 480,000 ₽ / III term 480,000 ₽ → Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Class 2: I 580,000 ₽ / II 480,000 ₽ / III 480,000 ₽ → Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Class 3: I 580,000 ₽ / II 480,000 ₽ / III 480,000 ₽ → Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Class 4: I 580,000 ₽ / II 480,000 ₽ / III 480,000 ₽ → Year total 1,540,000 ₽. - Class 5: I 590,000 ₽ / II 490,000 ₽ / III 490,000 ₽ → Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Class 6: I 590,000 ₽ / II 490,000 ₽ / III 490,000 ₽ → Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Class 7: I 590,000 ₽ / II 490,000 ₽ / III 490,000 ₽ → Year total 1,570,000 ₽. - Class 8: I 650,000 ₽ / II 500,000 ₽ / III 500,000 ₽ → Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Class 9: I 650,000 ₽ / II 500,000 ₽ / III 500,000 ₽ → Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Class 10: I 650,000 ₽ / II 500,000 ₽ / III 500,000 ₽ → Year total 1,650,000 ₽. - Class 11: I 650,000 ₽ / II 500,000 ₽ / III 500,000 ₽ → Year total 1,650,000 ₽. Billing schedule & payment terms - Tuition is billed and payable by academic period (term). Full payment for each academic period (100% of the fee for that period) is required before the first day of that period. - For international-programme fees expressed in EUR, the amount payable under the Contract is determined in Russian roubles using the Central Bank of Russia exchange rate on the day of payment; if that day's EUR→RUB rate is less than 96 ₽, the payment is calculated at a minimum rate of 96 ₽ per EUR. - The school can require an advance payment and may apply a 5% penalty on late payments; the school may suspend access to classes or terminate the contract for overdue payment. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school (school facilities, extended day group and school buses are provided). Other charges and extra fees - Extended day group (childcare until 19:00, homework supervision, meals) is available and charged extra. - Paid after‑school clubs (creative, educational, sports) are charged separately. - School bus services are provided on multiple routes and are charged separately. - School uniform is available for purchase and is charged separately. Refunds and withdrawal rules - The academic assessment / testing fee is non‑refundable. - Payment for each academic period is 100% prepayment due before the period begins; if a pupil leaves during a period at the parent's initiative, the school may retain the fees for that period and is entitled not to return amounts already received for that period. Written notice of withdrawal must be provided at least 50 calendar days before the end of the current academic period. - Absence from classes for illness or other personal reasons is not a basis for fee reduction or refund. The school does not revise fees or refund payments where classes are suspended for public health reasons; no refund is provided in such circumstances. Fee payment methods & practical notes - Payments are accepted in Russian roubles to the school's cash desk or by bank transfer to the school's account; bank transfer charges are borne by the payer. For international-programme amounts shown in EUR the equivalent rouble sum is determined on the day of payment per the bank‑rate rule above. - The school lists flexible payment options and accepts prepayments per term; specific card acceptance or other electronic payment channels are not specified in the contract text. Discounts - A family (sibling) discount of up to 15% is available for families with more than one child enrolled. A reduced assessment fee (EUR 1,000 instead of EUR 4,000) applies where a pupil has a sibling already enrolled. Notes: the above lists the school's published tuition and the principal payment, refund and extra‑charge rules for enrolment and attendance. All amounts are shown in the currency in which the school publishes them (EUR for the International programme; RUB for the Russian programme).
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Key Stage 3 is 11-14 years, and students follow subjects common to British schools broadly aligned with the English National Curriculum. Key Stage 4 is 14-16 years, with two-year IGCSE courses in 6-9 subjects. Education is conducted fully in English by native speakers, and students learn a second foreign language of their choice (Spanish, French, German). All students take the IGCSE exam.	Curriculum details The school has two educational programmes: the International Programme (English National Curriculum) for ages 2 to 18 and the Russian Programme (Federal State Educational Standards) for ages 7 to 18. All subjects in the International Programme are taught in English by teachers from the UK and other English-speaking countries. The International Programme provides an English-language environment from day one with EAL support for learners at different language stages. Classes are limited to 15 students on average, with no more than 20 in any class. The English National Curriculum is taught across the International Programme and the school offers an International A-level programme as a pre-university qualification. The Russian Programme includes in-depth English study with native speakers.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio The average class size is under 15 students. No more than 20 students study in the same class.
Exam results	Exam results All students take the IGCSE exam.	Exam results In 2023, BIS Moscow reported BIS² average results of 35 out of 42 maximum points. 45% of BIS² students achieved the highest A*-A grade in A-level final exams. Graduates enter top universities around the world, with 100% progressing to leading universities in Russia and internationally. Strong exam performance supports eligibility for grants and scholarships.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates enter top universities globally, with many in the world's top 50. All graduates progress to leading universities in Russia and worldwide. High exam results enable graduates to apply for grants and scholarships.
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1. The School №3 admissions use a five-page Student application form to process the child's application. The form is accessed through the admissions portal and must be completed in English. It is designed to capture essential information across multiple pages, navigated by Next. Step 2. On the form, select the campus you are applying for; the options include School №3 for ages 11 to 18. Step 3. Indicate whether you have visited the school of your choice. Step 4. Provide the Date of prospective entry (Month and Year). Step 5. Consent to the processing of personal data is required on the final page before submission. You can contact admissions at admissions@bismoscow.com for assistance.	Admissions Step 1. Free consultation. Free consultation is available Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 18:00. Parents can seek advice and ask questions during this session. Telephone numbers are +7 (495) 987-44-86 and +7 (495) 426-03-11. This initial step begins the admission process and helps families understand the requirements. Step 2. Personal meeting and School tour. A personal meeting and school tour provide information about the educational process and allow the family to experience the learning environment. This helps assess fit and enables questions about programmes to be answered. Scheduling can be arranged when contacting the admissions team. Step 3. Free trial day. Students take an individual test to measure the general level of development for preschool education; for Year 1, the test measures preparation to start school; for Years 2–11, the test measures the level of academic excellence. The trial day informs placement decisions and demonstrates readiness for admission. Step 4. School enrolment. Based on the recommendations and the results of the tests, the admission decision is made and information about the admission is sent. Families receive formal notification of the decision and next steps. Step 5. The signing of a contract and its payment. Enrollment is finalized through the signing of a contract and the completion of payment according to the terms set out.
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