Compare International Schools in Podgorica, Montenegro

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

United Kids International Montenegro (UKIM) is an inclusive international school in Podgorica serving ages 3–18. It delivers IB programmes (PYP and MYP) alongside a Pearson Edexcel IGCSE pathway for High School, with International AS/A Levels as the follow-on. English is the language of instruction, while Montenegrin is taught from Grade 1; German from Grade 6 and Spanish as an elective from Grade 6. UKIM is a Pearson Edexcel examination centre, with IGCSE, AS/A Levels and SATs held on campus. The Primary Years Programme was authorized in 2024, and UKIM extends IB across Preschool through High School. The school hosts a diverse 30+ nationalities, prioritizing intercultural understanding and language learning. Facilities include classrooms, laboratories, outdoor spaces and a library, with after-school clubs in sport, music and drama and a curriculum that integrates arts and languages. Founded in 2016 by parents and educators, UKIM centers students in their learning journey every day.

Location

Kotorska 3, Podgorica, Montenegro. From early childhood through graduation, the school serves children ages 3–18.

Stages

Preschool & Primary (ages 3–11); Middle School (ages 11–14); High School (ages 14–18).

Type

Inclusive school offering international education from Preschool to High school.

Application fees

- No public figure for an application fee is published by United Kids International Montenegro. Application forms (returning and new student) exist and are used to submit an application, but a specific application‑fee amount is not listed.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Specific tuition amounts by year group, and any per‑term or per‑year price breakdown, are not published in the school's publicly available materials. No fee schedule with numerical tuition rates for preschool, primary, middle or high school is provided publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are required in advance on a monthly basis: school fees are to be paid one month in advance and no later than the 5th of every month. This is the explicit payment timing stated in the school's registration/contract documentation for the 2025/26 school year.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- United Kids International Montenegro operates as a day school; there is no mention of boarding provision or boarding fees in publicly available program descriptions. No boarding fee amounts are published.

Other costs and additional fees

- Uniform: Uniform tops are mandatory for Grades 1 and older; the requirement for school attire is stated but no uniform price or vendor information is published.
- Special educational needs (SEN) and English language support (ESL): Students requiring SEN or ESL assistance are required to pay an additional fee to cover assistant/support costs. The existence of an additional charge for SEN/ESL support is stated, but the amount is not published.
- Exams and external assessment: The school administers recognized external exams (e.g., Pearson Edexcel IGCSE/IAL, SAT). Reasonable expectation exists that external exam entry fees and related costs may be charged separately, but specific exam fee amounts are not published.
- Trips, materials and extracurriculars: Permission for field trips is required and such activities are referenced; no standard pricing for trips, materials, lunches, or clubs is published. Additional activity costs are possible but not specified publicly.

Refunds and cancellation

- No public refund, withdrawal or cancellation policy with numeric refund terms is published in the available registration/contract or admissions documents. The registration/contract sets payment timing but does not list a published refund schedule or explicit refund amounts.

Fee payment options

- The school's publicly available materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, or other online payment platforms). The registration/contract requires advance payment timing but does not enumerate payment channels or instructions in the publicly available copy.

Brief summary of findings

- No numeric fee schedule (application fee, tuition per year group or per term, boarding fees, uniform costs, refund amounts) is published in the school's public admission materials or registration/contract forms available for the 2025/26 school year. The registration/contract does specify the billing cadence and due date (fees one month in advance, due no later than the 5th of each month), and the admissions policy notes additional charges for SEN/ESL support. For any required numeric fee details (application fee amount, tuition per term/year group, exam charges, uniform pricing, refund rules, and accepted payment channels), the school's published materials do not provide those figures.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a caring and inclusive environment where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. Thoughtful teaching and clear goals help students make steady academic progress while developing character, curiosity, and a sense of purpose. The school helps children become confident, caring, global citizens. The student–teacher ratio of 10:1 provides more attention and support for well-being. The environment emphasizes safe, supportive relationships that underpin social-emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

SEN assessment for primary years is conducted by the School Counsellor and Department Coordinator. Students requiring SEN or ESL assistance pay an additional fee to fund the assistant. The admissions process considers Special Educational Needs recommendations from medical or psychological professionals, and English language requirements are assessed during admissions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the language of instruction and the primary working language. Kindergarten students should have a minimum of A1 English; PYP students A2; MYP students B1; iGCSE and iALevel students B2 (CEFR). If English is not at the required level, intensive ESL courses are available at an additional fee.

Mental Wellbeing

The school is accountable for students' learning, overall well-being, and holistic development. Parents work with the School Counselor to ensure the mental well-being of their child. The Code of Conduct outlines a safe environment and expectations for respectful behavior, supporting emotional safety and well-being.

Safeguarding

The school commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. The Code of Conduct sets out rights, responsibilities, and safety expectations, including anti-bullying and harassment policies. The school collaborates with Police, Social Services, and community partners as needed to keep the school and surrounding community safe.

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The British Academy of Montenegro

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €4,740 - 11,460

Type Co-educational

Located in Podgorica, The British Academy of Montenegro is an independent school delivering the Cambridge Curriculum for pupils aged 3 to 18. The campus is set in villa style premises with safe, age-appropriate learning spaces, a Learning Resource Centre for each phase, and playing fields for sport and co-curricular activities. The school teaches in English, with Montenegrin language study available and optional foreign language courses such as French, Spanish, Italian and German to meet demand. The curriculum follows five Cambridge phases, from Early Years to Cambridge Advanced, with plans to deliver international A Levels and to become a Cambridge Centre of Excellence once accreditation is achieved. A robust pastoral framework, a house system, and a tutoring programme support pupil well-being and leadership development. The mission is British-style education at an affordable price, serving local, national communities and preparing pupils for study worldwide. It emphasizes global awareness, collaboration, and resilience today.

Location

Romanovih 33, 81000 Podgorica, Montenegro. Podgorica is the capital city of Montenegro, and The British Academy is located in the heart of the capital.

Stages

Pre-school; Primary; Secondary (Lower and Upper Secondary); ages 3–18.

Type

Private independent school

Country affiliation

United Kingdom

The British Academy of Montenegro — Tuition and Fees (published for the 2025/2026 academic year)

Tuition fees by year group
- Early years: EUR 395 per month (calculated on a 12-month basis) — EUR 4,740 per year.
- Primary School: EUR 598.33 per month (12 months) — EUR 7,180 per year.
- Lower Secondary: EUR 723.33 per month (12 months) — EUR 8,680 per year.
- Upper Secondary: EUR 830 per month (12 months) — EUR 9,960 per year.
- A Level: EUR 955 per month (12 months) — EUR 11,460 per year.
These monthly and annual figures are the published tuition points for the 2025/2026 year.

Application / registration fees
- No published application fee, registration fee, or deposit amount is available in the school's public fee materials for the 2025/2026 year. Parents should note that no fixed application or registration charge is listed in the school's public fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is presented as a monthly rate (expressed on a 12‑month basis) and as an annual fee. The published materials show a 12‑month monthly rate and the corresponding annual total.
- No published termly billing amounts, specific term due dates, or detailed payment-terms (for example, late-payment penalties, discounts for annual prepayment, or installment schedules broken by term) are listed in the publicly available fee schedule.

Boarding fees
- There is no published boarding provision or boarding-fee schedule for The British Academy of Montenegro in the school's public fee documents; boarding fees are therefore not applicable / not listed.

Other costs and additional fees
- No specific, published charges for uniforms, lunches, transport, examination entry (Cambridge IGCSE/A Level exam entry fees), co-curricular activities, or capital levies are listed in the publicly available fee schedule.
- The school delivers Cambridge programmes (IGCSE/A Level); exam-entry, external-assessment, extracurricular, and material costs commonly associated with those programmes may be charged in addition to tuition, but no itemised amounts are published for these items.

Refund information
- No publicly available, itemised refund or fee‑repayment policy (for example, refunds for withdrawal, absence, or overpayment) is published alongside the fee schedule for 2025/2026. No explicit refund terms are listed in the publicly accessible fee materials.

Fee payment options
- No specific payment-method details (for example, bank account/IBAN, credit/debit card acceptance, online payment portal, or instructions for bank transfer) are published in the public fee schedule. The school provides admissions and contact details for enquiries.

Brief summary of what is published and what is not
- Published: the school's public fee schedule gives clear monthly (12‑month) and annual tuition figures for Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary and A Level for 2025/2026.
- Not published in the publicly available fee materials: any application/registration/deposit amounts, termly fee breakdowns or term due-dates, boarding fees (no boarding schedule), itemised additional charges (uniform, lunches, transport, exam-entry, extracurricular), explicit refund policy language tied to fees, and explicit payment-method instructions or bank details.

Curriculum

The Cambridge International Curriculum underpins the academic programme. The school offers five phases: Cambridge Early Years (3-5 Years), Cambridge Primary (5-11 Years), Cambridge Secondary I (11-14 Years), Cambridge Secondary II (14-16 Years) including IGCSE Qualifications, and Cambridge Advanced (16-18 Years) including International A Level Qualifications. The Cambridge Curriculum provides a consistent throughline from early years to pre-university study, and the school will introduce Cambridge Advanced once accreditation is achieved. Montenegrin requirements are addressed with English as the language of instruction; Montenegrin language study is available to national and international pupils, and where there is divergence between the Cambridge Curriculum and the national curriculum, it is remedied in subject planning. In its opening years, the school will operate in phases i-iv and Cambridge Advanced will be introduced upon accreditation.

Higher Education Progression

The International A Level programme prepares pupils for university study either in Montenegro or abroad.

Gifted and Talented

The British Academy will help students recognize and feed their talents, helping them identify what they are good at, what they enjoy and what they can contribute to society.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The British Academy of Montenegro maintains a safe, welcoming, and values‑driven culture built on integrity, respect and responsibility. Pupils are supported to learn and progress in a positive environment, and PSHE lessons and circle‑time style activities in the lower school help develop social‑emotional skills and wellbeing.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The principle language of instruction is English. Montenegrin language and literature is available for local students as part of study, and optional courses in French, Spanish, Italian and German may be offered where there is demand. If a pupil is not accessing the curriculum effectively in English, additional support (such as extra lessons or one‑to‑one tutoring) can be arranged. The administration and communication language is English, with translations available when needed.

Mental Wellbeing

Safeguarding and pupil welfare are central to the school's approach. The curriculum includes content designed to raise awareness of dangers and to help pupils stay safe, and staff are trained to respond to concerns. The school aims to provide a warm, welcoming learning environment that supports pupils' wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is the responsibility of everyone at The British Academy of Montenegro. The school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead and deputies, staff training at start of each academic year (plus online training), and annual review of safeguarding policies. There are clear procedures for reporting concerns and for working with external agencies as needed to ensure child protection and safeguarding are upheld.

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QSI International School of Montenegro

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €5,700 - 26,900

Pupils 95

Type Co-educational

QSI International School of Montenegro is located in Donja Gorica, Podgorica. The school offers a PreK–12 program taught in English, with a bespoke American-based curriculum and AP options. Mastery Learning guides instruction with exit outcomes across Knowledge, Competencies and Success Orientations, and class sizes are small. The school is licensed by the Montenegrin Ministry of Education and accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, enabling transfer locally or worldwide. Students study core subjects—math, reading/language arts, science, cultural studies—plus art, music, physical education, library and Montenegrin language, with Intensive English program for non-native speakers. The campus, opened in 2014, is purpose-built and features an equipped science and technology lab, an automated library with over 8,000 books, and spaces for art, music and theatre, plus outdoor facilities including a rock-climbing wall and soccer field. The school awards General, Academic, and Academic with Honors diplomas and hosts an SAT/AP testing center.

Location

Podgorica, Montenegro. The school is located in the Donja Gorica district at Ulica Oktoih 5, 81000 Podgorica, Montenegro.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School

Type

co-educational

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students come from 25 different countries; the top nationalities are Montenegrin, American, Russian and Hungarian.

Additional learning support

Intensive English program

Country affiliation

Montenegro

Application and Registration Fees

- There is no application fee required to submit an application.
- A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of USD 300 is required to reserve a student place after admission.

Tuition Fees by Year Group (annual and per-term detail)

- 5-Year-Old Class through Secondary IV (K–12 / Grades equivalent):
- Annual tuition: USD 26,900.
- Annual Capital Fund fee (age 5 and above): USD 1,600.
- Total annual charge (tuition + Capital Fund): USD 28,500.
- Per-term breakdown:
- Term 1: Capital Fund USD 600 + School Tuition USD 10,700 = Term 1 total USD 11,300.
- Term 2: Capital Fund USD 500 + School Tuition USD 8,100 = Term 2 total USD 8,600.
- Term 3: Capital Fund USD 500 + School Tuition USD 8,100 = Term 3 total USD 8,600.

- 3- and 4-Year-Old Class (Preschool):
- Total annual fee: USD 5,700.
- Per-term tuition breakdown:
- Term 1: School Tuition USD 2,300.
- Term 2: School Tuition USD 1,700.
- Term 3: School Tuition USD 1,700.
- No Capital Fund fee is charged for the 3- and 4-year-old class.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

- Fees are invoiced by term. Example term due dates shown in the published fee schedule were: Term 1 due late August, Term 2 due in mid-December, and Term 3 due in late March (term due dates are provided on each invoice). The published term-due examples were 29 August, 19 December, and 27 March for the illustrated school year.
- The Capital Fund fee may be paid in full or divided across the term instalments as shown in the per-term breakdown.
- A Late Enrollment Fee of USD 2,700 is added to the invoice for any student enrolling in Term 2 or Term 3.
- Absences do not reduce school fees; there is no fee reduction for absenteeism unless a student officially withdraws.

Partial-term and Refund Policy

- Partial-term attendance rules:
- If a student is enrolled 10 school days or less in a term, the family is entitled to a full refund of that term's fee.
- If a student is enrolled for more than 10 school days in a term, 100% of that term's fee is due (no pro rata reduction).
- The registration fee (USD 300) is non-refundable.
- Example refund scenarios and how term charges are applied or refunded are described in the school's fee policy and applied at the time of official withdrawal.

Boarding Fees

- The school operates as a day school; no boarding programme or boarding fees apply.

Other Costs and Typical Additional Fees

- Capital Fund and registration fees are charged as noted above. Additional routine costs that families commonly incur at international schools may include uniforms, books and classroom materials, school lunch, bus/transport service, exam fees (for standardized tests such as AP examinations), and extracurricular/activity fees. Published, itemized amounts for these services are not included in the public fee schedule.

Fee Payment Options

- Publicly available fee materials do not list specific, itemized accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, or online payment processors) in the fee schedule. Invoices issued by the school include the payment instructions and account details to use for settlement. For direct billing or invoice questions, use the school contact email montenegro@qsi.org or the school phone number on the school contact listing.

Summary of Key Amounts (rounded to whole dollars where shown)

- Registration (one-time, non-refundable): USD 300.
- Capital Fund (annual, ages 5+): USD 1,600 (payable in terms as USD 600 / USD 500 / USD 500).
- Annual tuition – 5-year-old class through Secondary IV: USD 26,900 (tuition only); combined total with Capital Fund USD 28,500.
- Annual tuition – 3–4 year-old class: USD 5,700.
- Late enrollment fee (enrollment in Term 2 or Term 3): USD 2,700.

Curriculum

PreK-12 program taught in English. The curriculum covers core subjects (math, reading language arts, science and cultural studies) and special areas (music, art, physical education, library, technology and Montenegrin language). All classes are taught in English, with an Intensive English program for non-native speakers to acquire academic English quickly, and the school is licensed by the Montenegrin Ministry of Education at all levels, enabling transfer locally or worldwide. The curriculum includes English (reading, grammar, composition, and spelling), Mathematics, Cultural Studies, Science, Art, Music, Technology, World Languages, and Physical Education. Mastery Learning guides instruction with exit outcomes across Knowledge, Competencies, and Success Orientations, and class sizes are small. The school offers three diplomas—General Diploma, Academic Diploma, and Academic with Honors Diploma—and is a SAT and AP testing center.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes are small.

Higher Education Progression

The school is a recognized test center for SAT and AP testing. Students who complete the Secondary program are prepared for admission to American colleges or English-speaking universities in other countries.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

QSIM Montenegro fosters social and emotional learning through a caring environment and a ‘Success for All' ethos. The curriculum develops 21st‑century skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership and collaboration, cultural awareness, and digital literacy. Mastery Learning and small class sizes place students by achievement, supporting social and emotional growth and ensuring mastery before advancement. Success Orientations guide everyday behavior—responsibility, trustworthiness, group interaction, aesthetic appreciation, kindness and politeness, independent endeavor, and concern for others—and are reinforced across the school. The school promotes open communication and a supportive community that helps students feel safe, supported, and prepared for real‑world challenges. Facilities such as a library, theatre, and collaborative spaces support teamwork and social engagement.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

All classes are taught in English, and Intensive English supports non‑native English speakers to acquire academic English quickly. The curriculum includes English language arts (reading, grammar, composition, and spelling) as a core subject, with Intensive English classes offered to students who need additional help. Montenegrin language is taught as part of World Languages, with additional languages provided as appropriate. The school's language program emphasizes English proficiency as a foundation for the general curriculum to facilitate transfer between local and international schools. World Languages are incorporated into the Exit Outcomes to equip students with multiple language competencies.

Mental Wellbeing

A counselor supports student wellbeing as part of the school's student services. The Welcome message emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inspiring learning environment. Mastery Learning and Success Orientations contribute to students' personal growth and social development by focusing on responsible, respectful, and collaborative behaviors. A Caring Environment, small class sizes, and student-centered learning further enhance emotional safety and resilience. Mental wellbeing is integrated into the school culture through these supports and opportunities for social and emotional growth.

Safeguarding

QSIM Montenegro adheres to the CEESA Saf safeguarding and Child Protection Statement, committing to safeguarding and child protection across CEESA schools. CEESA requires implementing safeguarding policies and procedures, ongoing onsite training, and safe recruitment practices. The policy emphasizes educating students and adults on safeguarding and ensuring a safe school environment. The Health and Safety section of the site states the commitment to child protection and the CEESA statement, reinforcing the school's safeguarding framework.

Admissions

1. Inquiries and tours: The admissions team handles inquiries and campus tours. Inquiries may be emailed to admissions@montenegro.qsi.org. Tours can be arranged by contacting the admissions team. 2. Information packet: Many common questions are answered in the School Information Packet 2025-2026, which can be sent on request. The packet can be requested by email or in person. Specific questions regarding student needs, curricular program, and current after-school offerings can be addressed by email or in person. 3. Application process: Applications are managed via OpenApply. The Apply Here link directs to qsimontenegro.openapply.com and an existing account option is available. Applications can be submitted by email montenegro@qsi.org or by delivering a printed copy to the school reception. There is no application fee. 4. Scholarships: Merit Scholarships are offered to new students based on demonstrated academic aptitude and financial need. Scholarships for current students are managed by the QSIM Advisory Board. The application window for the 26-27 school year is closed.

Scholarships

Merit Scholarships are offered to new students based on academic aptitude and financial need. Scholarships for current students are managed by the QSIM Advisory Board; the 26-27 application window is closed.

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European French School of Podgorica

Instructs in French, English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €4,000 - 6,100

Type Co-educational

EFEP is a private international school in Podgorica serving learners aged 2 to 18. Founded in 2018, it holds dual recognition: a Montenegrin license and approval from the French Ministry of Education, and it is AEFE-affiliated for nursery and primary education since 2023. The school delivers a three-language curriculum in French, English and Montenegrin from kindergarten onward, with language teachers supporting multilingual instruction. A bridging course for non-French speakers (FLSco) is available, and Delf junior and Cambridge certifications are offered. The curriculum includes two weekly English and Montenegrin hours in primary, Montenegrin history in CM1, and increased English in collège, with a fifth language (Italian) introduced in grade 5. The campus comprises eight classes with cohorts capped at 20 students and a 26-hour weekly program aligned to the French Ministry of Education, preparing students for the Brevet and Baccalaureate. EFEP pursues Eco-School status and joined CleanUp Montenegro in 2024, reflecting sustainability.

Location

EFEP is located in Podgorica, Montenegro, housed in two buildings in the Zagorič residential area near Gorica Park. The main building is at 22 Iva Andrića, Podgorica, welcoming students from CP to Terminale; Primary classes are on the ground floor, and middle/high school plus administration are on the first floor; the second floor houses the canteen and language room. The kindergarten operates in a separate villa about 100 metres away at 29 Dragana Durovića Street, with a ground-floor classroom and a nap room on the first floor.

Stages

Kindergarten, Primary, College, High School

Type

Private international school; multilingual; independent; AEFE partner; licensed by the Montenegrin Ministry of Education and approved by the French Ministry of Education.

Pupil Nationality Mix

All nationalities represented; around 80% of students do not have French as their mother tongue.

Additional learning support

Personalized support for students; adaptation for non-French-speaking students from 6 to 11 years old; inclusion and anti-harassment commitments.

Country affiliation

France and Montenegro

Religious affiliation

Secular

Application fees
- Registration fee: EUR 700.00, payable only at first registration and non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (published as annual amounts by year group)
- Nursery (Petite Section and Moyenne Section): EUR 4,000 per year.
- Nursery (Grande Section / pre‑school): EUR 4,500 per year.
- Elementary (CP, CE, CM): EUR 5,550 per year.
- Lower secondary (Collège 6ème–5ème): EUR 6,100 per year.
- Upper collège (Collège 4ème–3ème): EUR 6,000 per year.
- Lycée (high school): EUR 6,000 per year.
(These amounts are published as annual tuition figures.)

Per‑term / per‑semester detail and billing schedule
- Annual tuition is published as a single yearly amount; a per‑term breakdown for tuition is not published in the published tariff document.
- Canteen fees: calculated on a monthly basis but invoiced semestrially; invoicing for the canteen is performed twice a year (October and February). Parents pay the full monthly canteen amount regardless of the number of meals consumed.
- Extended‑care and extracurricular activities: organised and invoiced by semester; costs depend on the number of days/sessions selected and are invoiced twice a year (October and February) when organised.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Pedagogical materials & school excursions: EUR 200.00 per pupil, invoiced at the start of each school year.
- CNED (distance‑education) enrolment (for some collège and lycée levels): the school participates at 50% of CNED costs; the total CNED cost noted for 2023–2024 was EUR 1,055 and any additional CNED charges (if applicable) are invoiced in September.
- Contribution for maintenance (one‑off, annual): parents choose one fixed amount to pay once at the start of the school year. Available options: EUR 50, EUR 100, EUR 250, EUR 500, EUR 750, or EUR 1,000; this contribution is intended to support equipment and school development.
- Late‑pickup supervision charge: if a pupil is picked up late, a supervision fee applies — EUR 5 when there is a childcare/garderie session available, EUR 15 when there is no childcare session.

Discounts and family reductions
- Sibling discounts on tuition: 10% for the second child, 15% for the third child, 20% for the fourth child and subsequent children, provided all children are enrolled at the school.
- Early/full‑year payment discount: a 5% reduction on tuition is applied when the full year's tuition is paid in advance before 16 September.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered by the school; the school operates as a day school across its premises and does not publish any boarding or boarding‑related charges.

Refund information
- The registration fee of EUR 700.00 is explicitly stated as non‑refundable. No other specific refund rules for tuition or ancillary fees are published in the tariff document or the school internal regulations; published materials indicate fees and invoicing (see billing schedule items above) but do not provide a detailed refund policy for other payments.

Fee payment options and payment terms
- The tariff and regulation documents specify when items are invoiced (registration at first enrollment; materials, maintenance contribution and tuition billed at the start of the year; canteen and some services invoiced semestrially in October and February) and note consequences for non‑payment in the school regulations. The published materials do not list the specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, SEPA direct debit) or bank details in the tariff and regulation documents. Parents should expect that standard methods accepted in Montenegro (euros; bank transfer and card payments are commonly used locally) would apply, but the school's published materials do not itemise accepted payment channels.

Short note on the year covered and availability of per‑term figures
- The only detailed published fee schedule available in the school's public documentation is for the 2024/2025 school year; the school's tariffs are shown there as annual amounts. A per‑term or per‑instalment tuition schedule is not published in the tariff file; items that the school explicitly bills by semester (canteen, extended care/activities) are identified above.

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Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

EFEP is an inclusive school serving students from kindergarten to high school. The school welcomes and supports all students, adapting teaching to their individual needs. It provides targeted support for new non-French speaking students, for students with academic or emotional difficulties, behavioral challenges, and high-potential learners, and for illnesses, allergies, or disabilities. Adaptations and support plans are implemented in class in cooperation with families. An EBEP representative coordinates the support, working with students, families, teachers, and external stakeholders to ensure an tailored schooling path. Support can include classroom observations, small-group or individual work, development of an education project, meetings with families, and partnerships with external stakeholders.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

EFEP is an inclusive school and offers adaptations and targeted support for diverse needs. Support is provided for new non-French speaking students arriving at the school. Students with academic or emotional difficulties, behavioral challenges, or high-potential learners receive tailored support. Adjustments are made in response to illnesses, allergies, or disability situations, in cooperation with families. Individualized plans may take the form of PPRE, PAI, or PAP and are regularly reassessed by an educational team. An EBEP representative coordinates schooling projects with students, families, teachers, and external stakeholders.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

EFEP teaches in three languages: French, English and Montenegrin. From kindergarten, language teachers conduct activities in English and Montenegrin. For non-French-speaking students who arrive, a bridging course (FLSCo) supports learning French. In primary school, students have two hours of English and two hours of Montenegrin per week, with Montenegrin taught by level groups. From CM1, an hour of history and local culture is taught in Montenegrin, and English hours increase up to four per week in middle school. The program includes teaching non-linguistic disciplines in English and Montenegrin (DNL). In fifth grade, Italian is offered as an additional language, and language certifications are available: Delf junior in French and Cambridge in English.

Mental Wellbeing

EFEP supports mental wellbeing through inclusive practices and targeted support for emotional needs. It addresses emotional difficulties with adapted plans and ongoing support, and staff receive training in psycho-social skills and emotion management. AEFE-supported training includes anti-harassment ambassadors and peer mediation. The school coordinates with families and external stakeholders to support students' wellbeing and monitors progress through the educational team.

Safeguarding

EFEP prioritizes safeguarding and the fight against harassment. The school remains vigilant and treats harassment as a critical focus requiring action. Reported cases follow three steps: listening, evaluation, and an appropriate response, with follow-up meetings with families as needed. Staff receive AEFE-supported training on anti-harassment, psycho-social skills, and peer mediation. Ongoing monitoring and external partnerships help prevent recurrence.

Admissions

1. Contact EFEP. Interested families contact by email or phone; initial questions are answered and a link for pre-registration is sent. A date to present the school is arranged. 2. Rendez-vous. A meeting covers the French education system, the school's organization, and the tuition tariffs, and includes a tour of the facilities. If the family wishes to continue, a date for a pedagogical morning is set. 3. Matinée pédagogique. A pedagogical morning is offered if needed or possible to provide a closer look at teaching methods and class routines. Families meet with teachers and observe sample lessons to inform their enrollment decision. 4. Finalisation du processus d'inscription. Administrative and financial registration completes the enrollment process once the necessary steps are fulfilled.

Scholarships

For students of French nationality, parents may submit a scholarship application that can cover part of the tuition fees. Applications are to be submitted to the Embassy of France in Tirana in accordance with the calendar, at the address below: Embassy of France in Tirana, Consular Section, 14 rue Skenderbej, Tirana, Albania. consulat.tirana-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr. Consult the brochure dedicated to scholarships.

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Adriatic International School Podgorica

Instructs in English

Fees €4,500 - 8,000

Type Co-educational

Adriatic International School Podgorica is part of Montenegro's Adriatic school network, with campuses in Podgorica, Bar, and Herceg Novi. The main campus has relocated to Bar, and the Adriatic Open campus now serves all academic departments from Preschool through English Senior High School (Grades 9–12). The school offers a blended international program: IPC for Preschool and Grades 1–5; IMYC for Grades 6–8; and the American EduWW program for Grades 9–12, with a Montenegrin Ministry of Education-accredited proprietary program. Instruction is in English, with strong support for learners whose first language is not English, and CLIL-based language integration to preserve students' native languages. Certificates issued include ICA certificates and academic reports for Preschool–Grade 8, a Montenegrin Certificate, and a US High School Diploma on graduation. Facilities include modern classrooms, large halls, creative studios, and spaces for lectures and performances; after-school care runs 13:00–17:00 with meals and daily outdoor time. Class sizes are small in the early years and emphasize language and mathematics proficiency.

Location

Part of the Adriatic school network in Montenegro, with campuses in Podgorica, Bar and Herceg Novi. The main on-site campus has relocated to Bar, and the Adriatic Open campus now houses all academic departments from Preschool to English Senior High School (Grades 9–12).

Stages

Preschool; Primary School (grades 1–5); Middle School (grades 6–8); High School (grades 9–12).

Type

Day school with after-school program.

Additional learning support

The language of instruction is English. English language support is provided for non-English-speaking students, and CLIL is used to integrate language learning with content to foster language proficiency while learning academic subjects.

Country affiliation

Montenegro

School day structure

Preschool and Primary School: 8:30 AM–1:00 PM; Middle and High School: 8:30 AM–2:30 PM; After-school: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM (charged separately)

Admission & application fee

- Admission fee: EUR 350 — payable once upon enrollment.
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Published tuition (monthly) by year group

- Preschool: EUR 450 / month.
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- Grade 1–5 (Primary): EUR 550 / month.
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- Grade 6–8 (Middle School): EUR 550 / month.
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- Grade 9 (High School, first year of US High School Diploma programme): EUR 800 / month.
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- After‑school programme: EUR 130 / month (charged separately; meals not included).
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Per‑year and per‑term calculations (basis used)

- The published figures are shown as monthly rates. The school network's other campus materials and published annual fees indicate an academic billing practice that equates the published monthly rate to a ten‑month academic fee basis; applying a 10‑month academic year produces the annual figures below. (This annual calculation is an arithmetic conversion of the published monthly rate × 10 months.)

- Annual (approx., monthly × 10):
- Preschool: EUR 4,500 / year.
- Grade 1–5: EUR 5,500 / year.
- Grade 6–8: EUR 5,500 / year.
- Grade 9: EUR 8,000 / year.

- Per academic term (three‑term year example): divide the annual figure above by 3. Example amounts using a three‑term division:
- Preschool: EUR 1,500 / term.
- Grade 1–5: EUR 1,833.33 / term.
- Grade 6–8: EUR 1,833.33 / term.
- Grade 9: EUR 2,666.67 / term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are published as monthly rates; the admission fee is due once at enrollment. After‑school is charged separately. Meals for after‑school / extended care are extra and listed separately from the after‑school fee. Specific invoice due dates, instalment options, or late‑payment penalties are not published with the monthly figures.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are published for the Podgorica campus; the school day is operated as a day school with optional after‑school care. Boarding arrangements and boarding fees are not shown for this campus.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- After‑school meals: additional cost (not included in the EUR 130 / month after‑school fee).
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- Extracurricular activities: a wide selection is offered; individual extracurricular courses and extended‑day options are charged separately when applicable. Rental of school spaces for events is available for a fee. These additional items are billed separately from tuition and the after‑school fee.

- Uniforms, textbooks, school trips, examination fees, and any specialist course fees are not listed among the standard monthly items above and, where applicable, are billed separately (these specific line items are not published with the monthly tuition schedule).

Refunds and deposits

- The published tuition page states the one‑time admission fee (EUR 350). A formal refund or cancellation policy and any refundable security/deposit terms are not published on the Podgorica campus pages; the enrollment agreement form is used for contracting but does not publish explicit refund terms. Parents should note that no published refundable deposit or refund schedule for the admission fee or tuition appears alongside the monthly fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, direct debit, or cash) are not listed alongside the published monthly fees and admission fee for the Podgorica campus. Contact the admissions office to obtain the school's current accepted payment methods and invoicing instructions.

Concise summary of what is published and what is not

- Published and available: monthly tuition rates by year group for 2026/2027, the EUR 350 one‑time admission fee, the EUR 130 / month after‑school fee (meals excluded), school day hours and that after‑school is charged separately.

- Not published on the Podgorica pages: a detailed instalment/billing calendar with exact due dates, explicit payment‑method options, a formal refund/cancellation policy, and any boarding fees for this campus. The annual and per‑term figures above use a 10‑month academic year conversion (monthly × 10) and a three‑term division for term amounts as shown.

Curriculum

The school teaches IPC (International Primary Curriculum) in Preschool and in Grades 1–5 (Primary School). The school teaches IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) in Grades 6–8 (Middle School). The school teaches the American EduWW (Education World Wide) program in Grades 9–12 (High School). Adriatic International's proprietary program is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Montenegro. The school issues ICA certificates and academic reports for Preschool through Grade 8, a Montenegrin Certificate, and a US High School Diploma upon graduation. Lessons emphasize language and math proficiency; the language of instruction is English and the school provides English language support for non-English-speaking families while maintaining support for the native language. Upon completion of each educational stage, students receive ICA certificates and academic reports (Preschool–Grade 8), EduWW academic reports (Grade 9), and the US High School Diploma upon graduation. Students have transferred to schools in Europe, the United States, and Latin America and have enrolled in international and national schools in Portugal, Spain, Germany, Serbia, and Montenegro.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small classes with an average of up to 6 students per class.

Higher Education Progression

Students have transferred to schools in Europe, the United States, and Latin America and have enrolled in international and national schools in countries such as Portugal, Spain, Germany, Serbia, and Montenegro.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The mission emphasizes the development of global thinking, creativity, empathy, and independence to help students become active members of the global community. Learning is delivered in small classes (up to six students per class) with an after-school program available until 17:00. The program supports holistic development through ICA certificates, a Montenegrin certificate, and a US High School Diploma, with a strong focus on language and mathematics proficiency. The school facilitates a smooth transition into an international environment and helps children from non-English-speaking families learn English while maintaining support for their native language.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

A psychological assessment is conducted as part of the admissions process, including an introduction and conversation with a psychologist to discuss interests, motivation, and higher cognitive functions, with feedback provided to parents. English language and mathematics testing are also part of admissions, alongside a values interview to align with the school's educational approach.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The language of instruction is English. A Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach is used to integrate language learning with subject content, creating an immersive language environment. The school provides support to help children adapt to a new language environment and retain support for their native language.

Mental Wellbeing

A psychologist is involved in the admissions process to discuss the child's interests and motivation, and to assess higher cognitive functions, with feedback provided to parents. The school emphasizes a safe community and alignment of values during enrollment to support a supportive learning environment.

Admissions

1) Register for Admission: Submit your application by clicking the Apply button. After the application is received, the school contacts you to confirm availability, answer questions, and guide you through the enrollment process. This step begins the enrollment timeline. 2) Psychological Assessment: The introduction and conversation with the psychologist take place in a relaxed atmosphere. The discussion covers the child's interests and learning motivation and explores what might help them adapt to the new school. Tasks are used to assess higher cognitive functions (memory, attention, thinking, perception, imagination, and speech). Feedback is provided to parents about the child's strengths and areas for growth. 3) English Language & Math Test: An English proficiency test determines placement into appropriate groups for all students. The Math test is required for students entering Grade 2 and above. These assessments help tailor class placement and instructional planning. 4) Values Interview and Enrollment: We discuss our values and views on the educational process and the school as a whole. It is important to create a safe community of people whose views are aligned. Enrollment proceeds after alignment is confirmed. The language of instruction is English, and CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) is used to integrate language development with academic subjects. The ICA IPC program is used in Preschool and Primary, IMYC in Middle School, and the American EduWW program in High School. International certificates include ICA Certificates, a Montenegrin Certificate, and a US High School Diploma. The school is part of the Adriatic network and supports language learning and transitions for students moving to Europe, the United States, and beyond.

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