International American School and University vs Kyiv International School

	I International American School and University Kyiv, Ukraine	K Kyiv International School Kyiv, Ukraine
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year UAH 7,900 - 15,900	Fees / year UAH 11,400 - 19,600
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, American Curriculum	Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 800
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Ukrainian	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1992
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Kyiv, Ukraine. AISU operates two campuses in Kyiv: in the Poznyaky district and in the Khodosovka area.	Location The school is located at 3A Svyatoshynsky Provulok, Kyiv, Ukraine, 03115. It is in Kyiv and serves the Kyiv city area with a fleet of buses for students in the transportation zone. Buses are used for field trips and after-school activities. For more information, contact transportation@kyiv.qsi.org.
Stages	Stages Preschool through high school (ages 3–18).	Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School. AP Diploma and IB Diploma programs are offered. Languages Other Than English (LOE) and Intensive English are available.
School type	School type Private school, kindergarten and university.	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning Center, Empower, and Counseling provide student support. Intensive English program supports language learners.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Ukraine	Country affiliation Ukraine
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Preschool: 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; 1–4 grades: 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; 5–11 grades: 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.	School day structure The school day runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details School bus services are provided with a round-trip option. The service is available within Kyiv city, with a cost of US$2,000 per year.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / enrollment fee - Kyiv campus: USD 1,000 (entry/enrollment contribution). - Hodosivka branch (Nova Koncha Zaspa): USD 700 (entry/enrollment contribution). Tuition — by year group (annual and monthly figures shown by the school) - Preschool (ages 3–5) - Annual: USD 7,900 per year. - Monthly: USD 650 per month (payments are accepted using the National Bank of Ukraine exchange rate). - Elementary (Grades 1–4) - Bilingual program (Ukrainian + English): Annual USD 8,900; Monthly USD 890. - International program (English medium): Annual USD 10,900; Monthly USD 1,090. - Middle & Upper School (Grades 5–11) - Bilingual program (Ukrainian + English): Annual USD 9,900; Monthly USD 990. - International program (English medium): Annual USD 11,900; Monthly USD 1,190. - Pre‑IB and IB Diploma (senior secondary years) - Pre‑IB programme (listed on the prices page for lower secondary): Annual USD 12,900. Monthly rates published on the site for secondary years include USD 1,290 per month. - IB Diploma programme (upper secondary): Annual USD 15,900. Monthly rates published on the site for IB years include USD 1,590 per month. How the published monthly/annual figures relate - The site shows both annual and monthly figures. The monthly figures align with the annual figures when multiplied by the school's apparent academic billing months (published monthly × 10 ≈ published annual), and the school states payments are handled using the National Bank of Ukraine exchange rate. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes flexible payment options: monthly, quarterly and annual payment plans are offered. Payments are expressed in USD and are collected using the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) exchange rate. An enrollment/entry contribution is required at enrolment. Boarding / residential fees - No boarding or residential programme or boarding fees are listed for AISU; published information describes day programmes (preschool and school) and does not list accommodation charges. Other costs and what is included - Learning materials: The published prices state that provision of workbooks and textbooks ("provision of learning materials") is included in the quoted tuition for all programmes. - Meals: Daily meals are provided as part of the school offering; the school advertises multiple meals per day for preschool and school programmes. Meal service (number and dietary options) is described, and healthy/balanced meals are emphasised. Additional special-diet options are available on request. - Extracurricular activities, camps and optional programmes: The school runs camps and additional activities which may carry separate charges; specific fees for optional clubs, camps or extra courses are not listed alongside standard tuition. - Uniform / school clothing: No mandatory uniform fees or uniform pricing are published. The school does not publish a uniform price list in the available materials. - Discounts and scholarships: The school publishes that discount and scholarship programmes exist (including family discounts and other concessions) but specific discount percentages or application rules are not listed in the publicly published price pages. Refunds and state reimbursement schemes - Preschool state reimbursement: The school participates in the Ukrainian state childcare support scheme commonly described as “money follows the child.” The school publishes a monthly reimbursement amount as part of that programme; a school article lists a monthly reimbursement figure (published examples include UAH 6,238 and other figures referenced on the site in connection with the programme). The reimbursement is applied as a monthly return to parents and can be processed as financial compensation to a bank account, credit toward future services, or loyalty/discount credit according to the programme description. - Refunds of tuition or the terms for withdrawal, mid‑year withdrawals or refunds of the enrollment contribution: specific, itemised refund policies (for example whether the enrollment/entry contribution is refundable, or how tuition is refunded for mid‑term withdrawal) are not published in the public fee pages. Fee payment methods and logistics - Currency and exchange treatment: Published fees are expressed in USD; the school states payments are collected using the National Bank of Ukraine exchange rate (payments are therefore converted at the NBU rate). - Specific payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer, standing order, online payment portal): the published pages do not list exact accepted payment instruments or step‑by‑step payment instructions. The school does describe that reimbursement to families (for the state programme) can be paid to a bank account. For precise instructions on accepted payment channels and transaction details, the school's administration is the appropriate contact for enrolment documentation and an invoice. Summary of items not fully specified in published materials - Per‑term invoicing: the school publishes monthly and annual figures and offers monthly/quarterly/annual payment plans; explicit per‑term (e.g., semester or term) invoice amounts or a formally published term structure are not shown in the public fee pages. - Detailed refund mechanics (timelines, pro‑rata formulas, whether the enrollment fee is refundable) are not published in the publicly available fee pages. - Specific payment instruments accepted (credit card processing, bank account details for transfers, online payment portal details) are not published on the price pages. If you will be entering these figures into a database, use the following core items exactly as presented above: annual tuition (USD), monthly tuition (USD), enrollment contribution (USD), and notes that meals and learning materials are included, with state preschool reimbursement available (amounts published by the school). Key published pages used for these figures include the school's prices page, the main campus (home) page where monthly and branch figures are listed, and the school article describing the state reimbursement programme.	Fee details Application fee - A non‑refundable registration (application) fee of USD 600 is required for all new applicants. Tuition fees (2026–27) — summary by year group and term - 5‑year‑old class and above (primary & secondary): - Term 1: USD 7,800 (due date: 21 Aug). - Term 2: USD 5,900 (due date: 11 Dec). - Term 3: USD 5,900 (due date: 26 Mar). - Total annual tuition (reduced wartime rate): USD 19,600. - 2, 3, and 4‑year‑old classes (preschool): - Term 1: USD 4,400 (due date: 21 Aug). - Term 2: USD 3,500 (due date: 11 Dec). - Term 3: USD 3,500 (due date: 26 Mar). - Total annual tuition: USD 11,400. Capital fund and other compulsory fees - Annual Capital Fund fee: USD 1,600 per student (applies to age groups 5 years old and above). This is payable in addition to tuition and can be paid in full or split across the three terms as USD 600 (Term 1), USD 500 (Term 2), and USD 500 (Term 3). - Mid‑Year Enrollment fee: USD 900 for all students (including Preschool and scholarship recipients). Optional and service fees - Transportation (round‑trip school bus service within Kyiv): USD 2,000 per year. This may be paid in full or by term. - Cafeteria / meal plans: Meal subscriptions are available (monthly or yearly); cafeteria operates as a cashless system using prepaid accounts. Payments for cafeteria services are processed in Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH) and should be made by bank transfer to the school's/caterer's account. Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year is billed in three terms with the usual term due dates shown above (Term 1 in August, Term 2 in December, Term 3 in March). Specific invoice due dates are stated on invoices and invoices / educational contracts are issued to families (invoices and signed enrolment agreements are managed through the parent portal). Families are expected to submit signed enrolment agreements and to pay term invoices by the posted due dates. Reminder notices and invoice availability are handled by the Business Office through the Parent Moodle portal. Refunds and withdrawal policy - Tuition fees for a term are fully refundable only if the student is withdrawn within the first 10 school days of that term. After 10 school days, the tuition fee for that term becomes non‑refundable. Parents should notify the Business Office promptly if withdrawal is anticipated. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school (no boarding program). Other typical costs and notes - School supplies: KIS provides the necessary classroom supplies for students; parents are not required to purchase general supplies before the first day. - Uniforms and personal items: No fixed uniform fee is listed in the school fee schedule. Uniform or sports kit costs are not stated as a compulsory school fee in the 2026–27 fee schedule. Any additional optional or incidental charges (special activities, external exam fees, optional clubs, replacement ID cards, or lost‑book charges) are invoiced separately when applicable; families should check invoices or contact the Business Office for itemised charges. Fee payment options and administration - The school issues invoices and enrolment agreements through the Parent Moodle portal and coordinates billing via the Business Office. For cafeteria and related service payments, payments are processed in UAH by bank transfer; the Business Office provides invoice and banking details on invoices and in portal communications. Families are advised to use the invoicing and bank details provided by the Business Office when making payments. For questions about invoicing, deadlines, or payment processing, contact the Business Office.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details International American School and University offers International Baccalaureate (IB) programs for students aged 3 to 19. The Primary Years Program (PYP) is for ages 3 to 12; the Middle Years Program (MYP) is for ages 11 to 16. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (DP) is for ages 16 to 19 and is the most well-known and widely recognized by universities around the world. The International Baccalaureate Professional Certificate (CP) Program is for students aged 16 to 19 who are seeking vocational education. IP programs have become popular in many countries, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, as they offer a global approach to education and preparation for higher education. The IB emphasizes critical thinking, independence, tolerance and a global outlook.	Curriculum details Kyiv International School offers an English-language, international school curriculum for Preschool through Secondary, focusing on academic rigor and college preparedness. The program emphasizes 21st-century learning skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, collaboration, cultural awareness, and digital literacy, delivered through a holistic, student-centered approach. The Secondary School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, with Mastery Learning concepts integrated into the IB Curriculum. Languages offered through Languages Other Than English include Ukrainian (native and non-native programs), French, German and Spanish, with opportunities to complete external exams such as DELF and Goethe; Intensive English supports students needing language development. MAP Growth is used as a standard screening tool to tailor instruction and monitor progress in learning.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression DP is globally recognized by universities around the world. Completing a DP can facilitate entry to higher education institutions, but does not automatically guarantee a bachelor's degree. IB programs prepare students for higher education and international study.	Higher education progression Graduates from the Class of 2025 gained acceptances to universities in the United States, France, Spain, and the United Kingdom. In the United States, acceptances include George Washington University, American University, Fordham University, Delaware University, George Mason University, Loyola Chicago University, and Syracuse University. In France, Parsons Paris and Paris College of Art; in Spain, IE University; in the United Kingdom, University of Oxford, Regent's University London, Royal Holloway University of London, City, University of London, University of East London, University of West London, University of Liverpool, University of Glasgow, University of Exeter, Richmond American University London, and University of Reading.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
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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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit an application to arrange a test day at AISU for your child. 2. Register for a consultation at a time convenient on the school grounds to discuss admission and receive attractive offers.	Admissions Admission is open year-round to students ages 2 to 18 who learn in English-language classrooms and adhere to the Student Code of Conduct. Grade level placement is determined by three criteria: the student's age as of October 31; entrance exam evaluation; and the student's prior academic history or grades. The application process has four stages: Stage 1: Inquiry & School Tour; Stage 2: Online Application & Fee; Stage 3: Review Process: Placement Test & Interview; Stage 4: Admissions Decision & Complete Enrolment. For Stage 2, upload documents include a copy of the student's passport and parents' passports or birth certificate, school records, immunization records, and a passport-size photo; pay the registration fee. Stage 3 involves a placement test (reading, language, and mathematics for students aged 6 and above) and an interview conducted by the Director of Instruction. Stage 4 outcomes are: acceptance if a spot is available; waiting list if no spots are available in the appropriate class; or non-acceptance if the Admissions Committee determines that the school may not be the best fit for the student. After acceptance, sign an enrolment agreement and pay tuition to complete enrolment. The school year runs from late August to June, and admission is year-round, including mid-year when applicable. For inquiries, contact the Admissions Coordinator at +38 068 345 1012 or admissions@kyiv.qsi.org.
Scholarships	Scholarships AISU offers many tuition discount and scholarship programs. A monthly reimbursement is available for residents of Kyiv.	Scholarships New Scholarship Opportunities: Kyiv International School will be offering a limited number of need-based scholarships for the 2026–27 school year. Families interested in applying can access the application form on the school website during the application period: March 13 – April 10. For questions about the scholarship application process, email scholarship@kyiv.qsi.org.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If there are no available spots in the appropriate class, the applicant is placed on the waiting list. As soon as a spot becomes available, it will be offered to a suitable student on the waiting list.
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