International School of Bucharest vs Verita International School

	I International School of Bucharest Bucharest, Romania	V Verita International School Bucharest, Romania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year RON 9,847 - 17,663	Fees / year RON 8,500 - 14,900
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 1,500
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 19
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location Aviatiei City Campus, Soldat Gheorghe Pripu Street 22A, 1st district, Bucharest. Tunari Amber Campus, 1 Decembrie Street nr. 119, Tunari. Verita operates across two campuses in Bucharest and in Tunari, as a unified school community.
Stages	Stages —	Stages Early Years (ages 2.8–5); Primary School (Year 1–Year 6, ages 5–11); Secondary School (Year 7–Year 13, ages 12+); IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme offered.
School type	School type —	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Low student–teacher ratio (1:10) with tailor-made differentiated support; SEE Learning supports social, emotional and ethical development.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Early Years Short Program: 9:00–12:30; Early Years Full Program and Primary/Secondary: 9:00–15:45; overall school day generally 9:00–15:45.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Registration (one-time): EUR 1,000. This fee is non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (annual; published for 2025/2026) - Early Years (ages 2–5): EUR 9,847 per year. Early‑bird reduced rates: EUR 8,599 if paid by 20 February; EUR 9,200 if paid by 20 April. - Primary School (Key Stage 1–2, Years 1–6): EUR 15,879 per year. Early‑bird reduced rates: EUR 14,258 if paid by 20 February; EUR 15,119 if paid by 20 April. - Secondary (Key Stage 3, Years 7–9): EUR 16,685 per year. Early‑bird reduced rates: EUR 15,081 if paid by 20 February; EUR 15,879 if paid by 20 April. - Secondary (Key Stage 4/5, Years 10–13): EUR 17,663 per year. Early‑bird reduced rates: EUR 15,974 if paid by 20 February; EUR 16,809 if paid by 20 April. Per‑term illustration (inference) - The school publishes annual tuition amounts. If those annual figures are divided evenly across a conventional three‑term school year, the per‑term amounts would be approximately: - Early Years: EUR 3,282 per term (EUR 9,847 ÷ 3). (Early‑bird examples: EUR 2,867 and EUR 3,067 per term.) - Primary: EUR 5,293 per term (EUR 15,879 ÷ 3). (Early‑bird examples: EUR 4,753 and EUR 5,040 per term.) - KS3: EUR 5,562 per term (EUR 16,685 ÷ 3). (Early‑bird examples: EUR 5,027 and EUR 5,293 per term.) - KS4/5: EUR 5,888 per term (EUR 17,663 ÷ 3). (Early‑bird examples: EUR 5,325 and EUR 5,603 per term.) - Note: these per‑term figures are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three to provide a term‑level illustration; they are not an official ISB billing schedule. The school's published materials state there are flexible payment options and early‑bird deadlines but do not publish a fixed public instalment calendar in the 2025/2026 fee materials. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes annual tuition rates and explicit early‑bird discount deadlines (20 February and 20 April for the 2025/2026 schedule). Flexible payment options are available through the school's Finance Department; specific invoice/instalment dates and detailed public billing calendars are not listed in the published 2025/2026 fee materials. The registration fee is charged once at enrolment and is non‑refundable. Sibling discounts are offered: 5% for a second sibling and 10% for three or more siblings. Boarding fees - Not applicable. International School of Bucharest operates as a day school (no boarding programme). Other costs and typical additional fees - ESL / SEN support fee: an additional EUR 2,000 per year applies for students placed in ESL programmes or enrolled in the school's special needs programme. - Charges that may be additional to tuition include: uniform costs, external examination fees, certain extracurricular activities, residential trips, lunch, and transport (lunch and transport are optional services and are not included in the tuition). Refund information - The registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. The published 2025/2026 fee materials do not include a publicly detailed tuition refund schedule for mid‑year withdrawal or the exact pro‑rata refund mechanics; no specific tuition refund percentages or deadlines were published in the fee documents located for 2025/2026. Fee payment options - Bank transfer is documented as an accepted payment route in the school's enrolment materials. The published fee information states that flexible payment options are available via the Finance Department; specific public lists of accepted card types or alternate payment channels were not included in the 2025/2026 fee documents located. Families typically receive invoice and bank details from the school Finance Office when completing enrolment. Summary of key points - Annual tuition for 2025/2026 (published): Early Years EUR 9,847; Primary EUR 15,879; KS3 EUR 16,685; KS4/5 EUR 17,663. Early‑bird discounts reduce those annual figures if payment is completed by the stated early‑bird deadlines. Registration fee: EUR 1,000, non‑refundable. ESL/SEN supplement: EUR 2,000 per year. Boarding is not offered. Flexible payment arrangements are available through the Finance Department; detailed instalment dates are not published in the publicly available 2025/2026 fee materials.	Fee details Application & Enrolment Fees - Application fee (mandatory, non‑refundable, paid at the time of application): - EY, Year 1 & Year 2: EUR 79. - Year 3 & Year 4: EUR 99. - Year 5 through Year 10: EUR 119. - Year 11 through Year 13: EUR 79. - Registration fee (one‑time, mandatory once the school confirms admission; non‑refundable if the schooling contract is later cancelled): - City (Aviatiei) Campus: EUR 1,950. - Amber (Tunari) Campus: EUR 1,500. - Re‑enrolment deposit for returning students: EUR 1,500 (non‑refundable; deducted from the next school year's tuition). Tuition fees (annual; shown by school division) - Early Years — Short Programme (ages 2.8–5; schedule 09:00–12:30): EUR 7,990 per year. - Early Years — Full Programme (ages 2.8–5; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 8,500 per year. - Primary (Year 1–Year 6; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 14,400 per year. - Secondary (Year 7–Year 13; schedule 09:00–15:45): EUR 14,900 per year. - Additional programme fees applied to Secondary tuition: - Students in Year 10 & Year 11 enrolled in the IGCSE (Edexcel) programme: additional EUR 1,000 per year. - Students in Year 12 & Year 13 enrolled in the IB Diploma Programme: additional EUR 1,950 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Instalment options and timing: - One instalment: full annual tuition due on Aug 15. - Two instalments: payments due on Aug 15 and Feb 28. - Four instalments: payments due on Aug 15, Oct 31, Jan 31 and Apr 30. - Nine instalments: monthly payments on Aug 15, Sep 30, Oct 31, Nov 30, Dec 31, Jan 31, Feb 28, Mar 31 and Apr 30. - The school publishes the specific instalment calendar and applies these due dates as the standard payment schedule. - Instalment surcharges and conditions: - A 2% surcharge applies if parents choose a 4‑instalment plan. - A 5% surcharge applies if parents choose a 9‑instalment plan. - The instalment plan cannot be changed after 31 July. - Tuition may be paid in 1 or 2 instalments without surcharge. - Sibling discount: a 5% discount applies starting with the second enrolled sibling; the discount is applied to the younger sibling(s). - Late payment: students whose tuition has not been paid in a timely manner may be suspended from attending school until accounts are settled. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; Verita operates as a day school and no boarding fees apply. Other costs and optional services - Meals (annual; two menu standards available: Regular or 100% Certified Organic/BIO): - Early Years – Short Programme: Regular EUR 1,390 / year; BIO EUR 1,550 / year. - Early Years – Long Programme: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Primary School – Lunch only: Regular EUR 1,340 / year; BIO EUR 1,500 / year. - Primary School – Full Food: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Secondary School – Full Food: Regular EUR 1,590 / year; BIO EUR 1,750 / year. - Workshops & University Preparatory Clubs (after‑school activities): fees vary by workshop and number of sessions; pricing is determined by the selection of workshops and is invoiced separately (workshops and transport fees may be billed in two instalments as per the school's schedule). - Transportation: school transport is offered by registration only; the annual cost is determined each year based on routes and operating costs and is billed separately. - School trips and excursions: additional charges may be applied for entrance fees, travel and associated costs as required per trip. - Uniform: a school uniform policy is in effect; specific uniform item pricing and purchasing information is provided to families separately (uniform costs are additional to tuition). Refund and withdrawal policy (financial obligations on withdrawal) - If a student withdraws on or before June 30 of the current year: the Enrolment Fee (or Re‑enrolment Deposit) is retained. - If withdrawal occurs between July 1 and July 31 (inclusive) for the next academic year: the Enrolment Fee (or Re‑enrolment Deposit) plus 20% of the Annual Tuition Fee will be retained. - If withdrawal occurs from August 1 until the last day of the first trimester (inclusive) for the next academic year: 50% of the Annual Tuition Fee is retained. - If withdrawal occurs at any point after the end of the first trimester: 100% of the Annual Tuition Fee is retained. Fee payment options & bank details - Payment currency and accounts: - All payments must be made in RON to the campus‑specific bank account shown by the school. An EUR account can be provided upon request to non‑Romanian residents. - Amber Campus (RON account): RO87 EGNA 1010 0000 0157 2838. - Aviatiei City Campus (RON account): RO40 EGNA 1010 0000 0081 5144. - Finance contact for billing, instalment plans or to request an EUR account: finance@verita.ro and Finance phone: +4 0728 049 449. Notes on optional/variable charges - IGCSE and IB programme fees (EUR 1,000 and EUR 1,950 respectively) are charged in addition to the stated annual tuition for the relevant year groups (Years 10–11 and Years 12–13). - Transport, after‑school workshops, UPC and specific trip costs are charged separately and can be billed according to the instalment schedule selected. - The school publishes a detailed instalment calendar showing the exact due dates for each payment option.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school and does not have boarding facilities.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform, which students are expected to wear at all times.	Uniform requirement Uniform consists of a Verita-branded top (polo or shirt) with appropriate pants or skirt, or Verita dress, depending on division. PE days require the designated PE kit; hats may be worn outside but not indoors; orders are placed through the manufacturer's online platform, with a Uniform Catalogue and a Uniform Pop-Up Showroom for sizing.
Food options	Food options Lunch is an optional service.	Food options Verita provides in-house meals prepared by school chefs. An organics menu option is available, prepared with 100% organic and bio-certified ingredients.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a non-profit day school.	Governance and ownership Verita International School is part of the Dukes Education network of 75+ international schools. As a Dukes Education school, Verita provides exclusive pathways to top universities and access to global exchange programs. Verita is authorised by the Romanian Ministry of National Education – ARACIP recognises Verita as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Primary School follows the English National Curriculum for children aged 2–11, delivered in a child‑centred, challenging and well‑balanced programme. In Key Stage 3, English, Mathematics and Science follow the Cambridge Secondary Lower Curriculum, with the National Curriculum for England used as the framework for History, Geography, ICT, Music, Art, Drama, PSHE and Physical Education. Modern Foreign Languages include Spanish and French, with Romanian studied as a First or Foreign Language and Turkish taught as a First Language. In Key Stage 4, most courses lead to Cambridge IGCSE qualifications. In Key Stage 5, all students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. ISB is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme. The language of instruction is English.	Curriculum details The school uses the National Curriculum of England & Wales as the core curriculum, complemented by Fieldwork Education's IEYC, IPC, and IMYC frameworks to bring learning to life. SEE Learning supports social, emotional, and ethical development. Verita is authorised by the Romanian Ministry of National Education and ARACIP recognises Verita as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania. The school offers Edexcel IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Verita is a COBIS member and follows White Rose Education schemes of work. It is part of the Dukes Education network, providing pathways to universities and global programs.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 7:1	Student teacher ratio Low student-to-teacher ratio.
Exam results	Exam results Cambridge IGCSE examinations are offered to students in Years 10–11, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is offered in Years 12–13. In 2025, ISB reported Romania's strongest IB results.	Exam results IGCSE results for 2026 have been published. IB Diploma Programme results for the Class of 2026 are reported in school news.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression ISB's Career Counseling Service guides students toward universities worldwide. In Year 9, students receive career guidance through MyFirstChoices; in Year 11, through MyCareerChoices to plan IB options; in Year 12, through MyUniChoices to create a university shortlist. ISB also runs on‑campus and online university fairs and offers internship opportunities to support progression to higher education.	Higher education progression Exclusive pathways to top universities through the Dukes Education network and access to global exchange programs.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Gifted and talented students have access to visual arts courses as well as music and a variety of instrumentals.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has Wellbeing activities integrated into the curriculum; reflection sessions and classroom discussions encourage students to share and listen, helping them develop emotional awareness and care for others.	Social & emotional learning SEE Learning is integrated into the curriculum to foster emotional, social, and ethical intelligence for students and staff. Verita actively builds internal programs that promote student and staff wellbeing and ensures students feel physically and emotionally safe with a caring adult advocate. Social-emotional growth is woven into the curriculum through SEE Learning. Verita has a low student-teacher ratio (1:10) that supports personalized SEL support and student agency. Kindness is at the center of daily practice at Verita.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Counselling and Learning Support Department that offers academic support and counselling; ESL and SEN policies exist; a Counselling and Learning Support Policy guides practice.	Special educational needs (SEN) Verita admits students with mild to moderate special educational needs. Learning Support and a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Department coordinate support for students, led by a SENCO. A classroom shadow supports students in the classroom, coordinated by the SENCO. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) or a formal support plan can be created to guide individual learning. Learning Support is delivered by a team that includes a Learning Support Teacher and is designed to support diverse learning needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides ESL support for learners; many students speak English as a second or third language; there is an ESL policy; an ESL/SEN fee applies for Year 3 and above.	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction at VIS, taught from Early Years through high school. If a student enters Year 2 or above without adequate English skills (A2 minimum), they receive English as an Additional Language (EAL) support with an EAL teacher. From Year 2 to Year 6, students benefit from in-class EAL support as well as out-of-class interventions to join whole-class English teaching where possible. In Secondary, a combined push-in/pull-out system supports language development. The student population is multinational, representing approximately 10 nationalities and languages, and students are supported to develop full academic proficiency in English.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school centers wellbeing in its approach; PSHE/Wellbeing is part of Primary schooling; counselling and life-skills programs support students.	Mental wellbeing Verita actively builds internal programs that promote student and staff wellbeing and provides a space where students feel physically and emotionally safe with a caring adult advocate. A focus on kindness underpins daily interactions and school culture. SEE Learning supports the development of emotional, social, and ethical intelligence as part of wellbeing. A 1:10 student-teacher ratio and emphasis on student agency contribute to a supportive, healthy learning environment.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school has a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy; safeguarding is embedded in school practice and staff uphold safeguarding policies.	Safeguarding Advisory Board members sign an NDA and undergo Child Protection and Safeguarding training. A safeguarding team exists, with Ilinca Vlaicu as the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The Head of School emphasizes creating a school environment where students feel safe, supported, engaged, and accepted. Verita maintains safeguarding policies and procedures as part of school operations. Safeguarding governance and staff training underpin day-to-day practice.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus is located in Bucharest, Sector 3, Romania 032991. ISB moved to a new, purpose-built campus in 2008. The campus includes dedicated rooms for ICT, Music, Drama and Art, a Theatre, and Science laboratories. The Lower School library has 13,000 books and the library operates weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The campus provides indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including an indoor Sports Hall and outdoor sports facilities.	Facilities overview The school operates across two Bucharest campuses: Aviatiei City Campus and Tunari Amber Campus. The main building houses students from Years 2 to 11, while Years 12–13 IB students are in a separate building across the street. For our Early Years to Year 1 learners, a dedicated space is located about two minutes' walk from the main campus. The campuses include playgrounds with abundant outdoor green space and well-equipped indoor athletic facilities. A New City Campus is coming soon, designed to welcome more than 1,000 students, with light-filled classrooms, state-of-the-art science laboratories, outdoor sports and recreation areas, dedicated art, music, and theatre studios, an indoor gym, and wellbeing spaces; it will be built to near-zero emission standards and cover about 9,000 square meters.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has an indoor Sports Hall and outdoor sports facilities for physical education and sport activities.	Sports facilities The campuses feature abundant outdoor green space and well-equipped indoor athletic facilities. The school runs an Athletics Programme and participates in The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Extra-curricular offerings include after-school workshops that expand learning opportunities. Swimming, Piano, Guitar, and Science Lab are among the activities available after school.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are dedicated rooms for ICT, Music, Drama and Art, and Theatre; science laboratories are available. Information technology is integrated across learning with the use of mobile technology (iPads) as part of the curriculum.	Academic facilities The main building houses Years 2–11, while Years 12–13 IB students are in a separate building across the street, with an Early Years space located two minutes' walk away. A new City Campus will provide light-filled classrooms, state-of-the-art science laboratories, outdoor sports and recreation areas, dedicated art, music, and theatre studios, an indoor gym, and wellbeing spaces. The City Campus is designed to meet near-zero emission standards and will cover about 9,000 square meters.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Enrichment Activities take place on Wednesday afternoons. Outwards Bound school trips are compulsory for Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12. The House system exists to encourage teamwork, leadership and inclusion. The school also hosts events such as World Scholar's Cup local rounds.	Extra curricular facilities We offer after-school workshops expanding learning opportunities that support social, physical and emotional outcomes. Swimming, Piano, Guitar, and Science Lab are among the after-school offerings. The Athletics Programme is part of Student Life, and The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is also available.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History ISB was founded in 1996. It is a non-profit day school providing a British-style education for children aged two and a half years to 19 years. A purpose-built campus opened in 2008 in the eastern part of Bucharest. ISB has been fully accredited by the Council of International Schools since August 2012 and is an IB World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme from September 2017.	History Verita International School is part of the Dukes Education network of 75+ international schools worldwide. It operates across two Bucharest campuses, Aviatiei City Campus and Tunari Amber Campus. The core curriculum is the National Curriculum of England & Wales, enhanced by Fieldwork Education's IEYC, IPC, and IMYC frameworks. Verita is an IB World School authorized for the Diploma Programme and is recognised by ARACIP as a foreign school teaching the National English curricula in Romania. It holds COBIS accreditation.
Community	Community The ISB describes its community as a connected school community of students, teachers, leaders, parents, alumni and the wider school who learn from each other in a collaborative environment inside and outside the school. International Day Food Fair is organized as part of ISB's community life with involvement from the PTA. Busy Bee, a Parents and Toddlers Playgroup, provides regular activities for ISB families.	Community Social-emotional learning is embedded through SEE Learning from Emory University. Verita maintains a low student-teacher ratio (1:10) to support individualized learning. Students participate in Service Learning Projects that address real-world problems and community needs. The school offers after-school workshops and activities, including swimming, piano, guitar, and a science lab, across two campuses that form a unified Verita community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The PTA is a link between the parents and teachers within the school with the common aim of creating the best possible learning environment for our students. All parents and teachers are automatically members of the PTA. The PTA organizes events and activities as part of ISB life, including the International Day Food Fair. The PTA collaborates with school staff to support student learning and community engagement.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The International School of Bucharest offers the National Curriculum of England and Wales from early years to Key Stage 3. In KS3, the Cambridge Secondary Curriculum supplements the standard programme to meet the needs of the international student body. Students in Years 10 and 11 follow the Cambridge IGCSE programme. Year 12 and 13 study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in preparation for university entry.	Academic & intellectual UPC builds a university portfolio for secondary students. The program emphasizes a well-rounded profile that universities seek beyond core academics. Middle School offers a range of academically oriented workshops including Theatre & Drama, Discovering Romania: A Cross-Curricular Workshop in Language and Geography, You're a Scientist, Social Hackers, and Professional Debate Club. The Verita Gazette and related activities support communication, research, and analytical thinking.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include sports, performing arts, science, board games, modern foreign languages, music and debating, as well as special-interest clubs and extra academic lessons. Violin and piano lessons are offered, alongside art activities. Some activities are delivered by external instructors.	Arts & creative Visual Arts is offered as part of the curriculum for all age levels, teaching the language of art and fostering creativity. The Visual Arts program uses IPC and IMYC units and offers IGCSE Art and Design starting in Year 10. The Music program cultivates joy in creating and listening to music and develops musical literacy. Verita also offers private piano, guitar and drums lessons and after-school workshops.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Modern foreign languages are taught as part of the ISB curriculum. Debating and other language-related activities are included in the extracurricular program, supporting language and cultural engagement.	Cultural & language Instruction is in British English. The student population is multinational, representing around 10 nationalities. Romanian is offered as the host language, and Modern Foreign Languages (French and Spanish) are available, with English language learning (ELL) support for learners who need it. In Secondary, students have five weekly sessions of Romanian or French, with Spanish as a third language; IBDP options include Romanian Literature, French B, French Ab Initio, Spanish Ab Initio, Spanish B and Mandarin Ab Initio.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ISB offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including sports, science, board games, music and special-interest clubs. External instructors run activities such as karate, swimming, robotics, and cooking and nutrition; some clubs may have fees. The program runs after school, with sessions and enrichment slots throughout the week.	Social & hobbies After-school clubs include Theatre & Drama (Y7–Y9), Social Hackers (Y7–Y9), Digital Journalism (Y7–Y9), and Professional Debate Club (Y7–Y9). Beach Volleyball is offered for middle school students, and Digital Journalism provides hands-on media experience. The Verita Gazette supports student writing and journalism, and Mixed Media Arts & Crafts and Graphic Arts expand creative pursuits. Arabic is also available in after-school offerings.
Community & service	Community & service ISB runs the Green Challenge to promote recycling, environmental awareness and social responsibility among students.	Community & service Service learning is a form of experiential education where learning occurs through action and reflection, with the Verita Foundation enabling hands-on projects that benefit the community. Students research, engage and reflect on real-world challenges, developing empathy, compassion, gratitude and civic responsibility. Year 2 bake sales and charity initiatives have raised funds for organizations such as Salvati Copiii; Year 7 and other projects have supported causes like Light into Europe; Year 9 art exhibitions and silent auctions have funded NGO work; Verita 5K events invite the community to participate and support student initiatives.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The House System encourages leadership and teamwork and promotes inclusion. Houses compete in sports, subject games and quizzes, providing opportunities for student leadership.	Leadership & professional UPC offers structured opportunities to develop leadership and university readiness for secondary students. The school supports leadership and service through programs such as The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Real-Life Career Orientation is organized by the Advisory Board, including guest speakers and institution visits to provide students with practical insights. These elements together foster leadership, professional skills and real-world preparedness.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ISB emphasizes physical health through a broad PE and sport program. Activities include football, basketball, swimming, volleyball, athletics and table tennis, with participation in internal and external competitions such as the Lumina Football Cup.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Athletics program is foundational to a healthy, happy life, focusing on physical, cognitive and social development. Students gain transferable skills such as sportsmanship, teamwork, commitment, discipline, competition and conflict management. The after-school program broadens opportunities to express creativity, performance, athletics and inclusion, reinforcing a sense of community with arts, sports and a social curriculum alongside rigorous academics.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches in English.	Language provision English is the instructional language throughout the school. The school offers Romanian as the host-country language, and French and Spanish as Modern Languages. In Primary, Romanian and French are taught in language groups from Year 3 onward, with Year 2 students choosing between Romanian and French; in Secondary, Romanian or French continues with Spanish as a third language, and IB Diploma Programme language options include Romanian Literature, French B, French Ab Initio, Spanish Ab Initio, Spanish B, Mandarin Ab Initio, and self-taught languages. English Language Learner (ELL) support is available for students needing additional English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The instructional language is British English. Romanian is offered as the host-country language and French and Spanish are available as Modern Languages. Bilingual or multilingual development is supported by offering Romanian and other Modern Languages to students.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations ARACIP registration; CIS accreditation; COBIS accreditation; IB World School status; Edexcel (IGCSE/A-Level) centre; Dukes Education network member
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions The school accepts new enrolments any time during the academic year, subject to available places. Admission is non‑discriminatory. The process includes: Get to Know Us with an online parent orientation with the founder and a personal campus tour; Submit the Verita School Application with a non‑refundable application fee by year group (Early Years and Year 1–2 €79; Year 3–4 €99; Year 5–10 €119; Year 11–13 €79); After applying, a Trial Day and age‑appropriate assessments are held (format varies by year group and may include in‑class assessments and standardized tests such as CAT4 and GL Assessments); The enrollment decision is made within 7 working days of the Trial Day; if accepted, set up the Verita Parent Portal, select meals, choose a tuition plan, sign the Enrollment Agreement, and pay a one‑time registration fee to reserve the place (City Campus €1,950; Amber Campus €1,500). Spaces are limited and offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Year placement is based on age and past records, and a waiting pool is created if a class is full; Verita draws from the pool based on a priority guideline and a review of all applications. New enrolments can occur at any time; if no places are available, the child's file is placed on the waiting list. The language of instruction is English.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers a Scholarship Programme providing full or partial scholarships to eligible students who cannot meet the expense of ISB education. Following acceptance into the programme, a contract is signed between the school and the parents and the ISB admission procedure is completed. The Programme is overseen by the Director, Head of Primary School/Secondary School, Finance Manager, PTA members and the Admissions and Communications Manager.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist A waiting pool of applications is created if a class is full; Verita draws from this pool based on a priority guideline and a review of all applications to determine those who can best benefit from a Verita education.
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