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IB Curriculum International Schools in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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About international schools in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

IB-curriculum international schools in Ulaanbaatar form a small but growing group: several local schools are authorised to teach the IB Diploma (DP), and the city’s main IB continuum provider delivers Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. Instruction is predominantly English, though many schools also teach Mongolian and offer additional language classes. Annual fees vary widely by school and programme - for example, the International School of Ulaanbaatar publishes tuition in US dollars with DP and MYP fees in the mid-five-figure range, while other authorised schools publish fees in Mongolian tögrög (examples run from the low tens of millions to around 30 - 31.5 million MNT per year). Admissions are generally rolling but schools keep annual registration and payment deadlines (many ask families to register or pay deposit fees in late spring with the main tuition payment or instalments starting in August), so relocating families should contact admissions early, budget for registration/capital-fund and refundable deposits, and allow time for any health or document checks required for enrolment.

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At a glance 3 schools · avg fee MNT 11,153,628
Schools listed
3
Curricula
10
Average annual fee
MNT 11,153,628
Fee range
MNT 44,821 – 31,500,000
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (3 schools)
Average school size
1,039 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Shine Ue School
Oldest
International School of Ulaanbaatar (1992)

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Which IB programmes are taught and at what ages?
The IB is delivered as three main programmes in Ulaanbaatar schools: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for early years and primary grades, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for lower secondary, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final two years of high school. For example, one local IB continuum school specifies PYP from pre-school to Grade 5, MYP Grades 6 - 10 and the DP in Grades 11 - 12.
How does the IB Diploma (DP) differ from Cambridge or American curricula I might find in the city?
The IB Diploma is a two-year, broadly based pre-university course with externally assessed exams and a core of Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay and Creativity/Activity/Service, emphasising breadth across subject groups and international-minded learning. Cambridge (IGCSE/A-level) and American-style diplomas have different structures and assessment models - Cambridge is subject-by-subject examinations and the American model is typically credit-based - so universities and families compare subject choice, assessment style and university recognition when choosing a pathway.
What language(s) of instruction should I expect at IB schools in Ulaanbaatar?
Most IB schools in Ulaanbaatar teach primarily in English, and several list Mongolian among the languages offered or taught alongside English; some schools may also offer instruction or support in additional languages depending on staffing and demand. Parents should confirm the school’s language policy and the availability of mother-tongue or English-support classes during admissions.
How much does an IB education in Ulaanbaatar typically cost?
Tuition varies considerably by school and by grade: published fees show the International School of Ulaanbaatar charging in US dollars (example published annual DP and MYP figures are in the low-to-mid tens of thousands of USD depending on payment plan), while other authorised schools publish annual fees in Mongolian tögrög (examples include published ranges from roughly MNT 13,000,000 up to about MNT 31,500,000 for upper grades). Families should budget additionally for one-off registration or capital-fund fees, refundable deposits, transport and extracurricular costs.
When should a relocating family apply and what does the admissions rhythm look like?
Many schools accept applications year-round but also run an annual registration cycle with firm deadlines for returning families and published payment schedules for new enrolments; one local IB school requires registration and capital-fund payments by 1 June and lists the first tuition instalment or regular payment due in August. Because places can be limited and financial deposits or paperwork (health records, transcripts, visas) are often required, contact schools several months before your planned start date.
What should I look for when comparing IB schools in Ulaanbaatar?
Check which IB programmes a school is authorised to teach (PYP/MYP/DP), whether it holds external accreditation or recognitions, published class sizes and teacher qualifications, university-placement support for DP students, and transparently published fees and payment terms. Also ask about language support for non-native English speakers, pastoral care, transport and realistic timelines for admission so you can compare offers on a like-for-like basis.