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Knightsbridge Schools International Montenegro

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €12,280 - 22,320

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Knightsbridge Schools International Montenegro (KSIM) is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) on a coastal campus in Porto Montenegro, Tivat. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 in a co-educational day and boarding setting, with Early Years through Pre-University taught in English alongside a bilingual and multilingual learning (BML) approach that integrates English, Russian and Montenegrin. The PYP emphasises inquiry across six subject areas; the MYP covers eight groups, including second language study and personal projects; the DP culminates in external examinations with CAS, TOK and an extended essay. Facilities include bright classrooms, a science laboratory, libraries, and music, visual arts and design studios. A 500-seat theatre, a large sports arena, an indoor gymnasium and a nearby tennis academy support physical and artistic pursuits. The DoE International Award and Model United Nations enhance service, leadership and mindedness.

Location

Seljanovo bb, Porto Montenegro, Tivat 85320, Montenegro. KSIM is located within Porto Montenegro, one of the Adriatic's most prestigious marinas, in a cosmopolitan community from around the world.

Stages

Primary & Secondary Ages 3 – 18

Type

co-educational international day and boarding school

Pupil Nationality Mix

30+ nationalities represented in our school community.

Additional learning support

New students are assessed on entry and those requiring additional learning support are identified and appropriate structures put in place. Parents will be informed if their child requires additional support.

Country affiliation

Montenegro

School day structure

Weekday boarding routine runs from 7:00 to 22:00 with a school day from 8:00 to 14:25 and after-school activities 14:40-15:40, followed by supervised study 16:00-18:00. Mornings start with 7:00 rise and dress and 7:20 breakfast, with lights out at 22:00.

Bus service

Private transport options can be discussed.

Application & registration fees

- Registration fee (one-time, paid on joining): EUR 800.
- Capital levy (one-time, non-refundable, paid on joining): EUR 3,200.
- Re-enrolment fee (charged at the conclusion of each school year and deducted from the annual tuition for the following year): EUR 2,000.

Tuition fees by programme (annual and termly)

Note: KSI Montenegro charges tuition on an annual basis. Termly amounts shown below are the annual fee divided into three equal term payments (three academic terms are the standard Knightsbridge term structure). Annual fees and the derived termly figures are shown in EUR.

- Early Years — Nursery (ages 3–4): Annual EUR 12,280; Termly EUR 4,093.33.
- Early Years — Reception (ages 4–5): Annual EUR 16,455; Termly EUR 5,485.00.
- IB Primary Years Programme (ages 5–11): Annual EUR 17,960; Termly EUR 5,986.67.
- IB Middle Years Programme (ages 11–16): Annual EUR 20,400; Termly EUR 6,800.00.
- IB Diploma Programme (ages 16–18): Annual EUR 22,320; Termly EUR 7,440.00.

Boarding fees (annual and termly)

- Boarding (7 days per week): Annual EUR 16,600; Termly EUR 5,533.33. Boarding fees are charged in addition to tuition. Boarding covers accommodation, 24-hour supervision, meals, weekly boarding activities and laundry service. Boarding is available for students aged 11–18 and can be booked as 7-day or 5-day boarding.
- Boarding (5 days per week — Sunday evening to Friday afternoon): Annual EUR 13,785; Termly EUR 4,595.00.

What tuition covers and other included costs

- Tuition includes: a snack, hot lunch (prepared in school), uniform and sports kit credits, books, stationery and local field trips. Uniform is provided/ordered through the school as part of tuition; the school operates a uniform credit scheme.
- Items not automatically included in tuition (may incur additional charges): specialised PEAK sports programme add-on fees, certain external exams, specialised extracurricular activities requiring external instructors or equipment, residential trips beyond local field trips, music/drama lessons where applicable.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing frequency: Tuition fees are charged annually. New-starter charges (registration fee and initial tuition instalment) are payable prior to a new student commencing. If a student enrols after the start of the school year, tuition is prorated using the school's formula (example given:

days / 180 × annual tuition).

- Payment methods and plans:
- Single up-front payment: pay the full annual tuition before the school year starts and receive a discount of 7.5% on the tuition amount.
- Monthly instalment plan via Direct Debit: initial instalment equal to 25% of the total amount, with the remainder divided into 10 equal monthly payments. Choosing this instalment plan increases the total price by 4% (administration and banking costs). Direct Debit is the stated method for the monthly instalment plan.
- New-starter payment requirement: New students joining at the start of the school year must pay the registration fee and the first instalment of tuition prior to commencing.

Notice, withdrawal and refund-related points

- Notice period: A written, one-month notice is required to withdraw a student; fees are payable through the end of the notice period.
- Non-refundable charges: The registration fee and the capital levy are one-time, non-refundable charges.
- Re-enrolment fee handling: The re-enrolment fee of EUR 2,000 is charged at the end of the academic year and is then deducted from the following year's annual tuition.
- Proration: If a student enrols after the start of the school year, tuition is prorated based on the entry date (the school provides the prorating formula).

Boarding-specific billing details

- Boarding fees are charged separately from tuition; selecting boarding does not replace tuition charges. Boarding fees cover weekly residential provision and on-site services as described above. Flexible boarding options (5-day or 7-day) are available to accommodate regional and international family needs.

Accepted payment mechanisms (as stated by the school)

- Direct Debit is available for the monthly instalment plan. The school sets out two principal payment approaches: (1) single up-front payment (with the 7.5% discount) and (2) the Direct Debit monthly instalment plan (25% initial instalment + 10 monthly payments, with a 4% surcharge). Specific payment channels (bank transfer, card, third-party processors) are handled by the school's finance office according to the chosen payment method and invoicing; families are required to follow the school's invoicing instructions when arranging payment.

Short summary of key figures (annual)

- Nursery: Annual EUR 12,280.
- Reception: Annual EUR 16,455.
- IB Primary (PYP): Annual EUR 17,960.
- IB Middle Years (MYP): Annual EUR 20,400.
- IB Diploma (DP): Annual EUR 22,320.
- Boarding (7-day): Annual EUR 16,600. Boarding (5-day): Annual EUR 13,785.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is provided for students aged 11–18 and is located within Porto Montenegro. It is co-educational with separate facilities for boys and girls. Boarding offers fully furnished single or double rooms, with two options: 5 days a week or 7 days a week. The program emphasizes English language immersion and a strong pastoral support system as students live and study with teachers.

Uniform Requirement

The dress code requires a complete school uniform every day. Students in Year 3 and above wear KSIM PE kit for PE lessons and Sporting ECAs. Uniform is ordered and provided by the school and included in annual tuition fees.

Food Options

Lunch is provided by the school and included in the fees. Meals are balanced with protein, grains, fruits, and vegetables to support healthy nutrition, and lunch is served daily at 12:00 with a fruit snack. Allergy forms are available for students with food allergies or special dietary requests, and meals can be discussed with the school as needed.

Governance and Ownership

KSIM is governed by a Board of Directors. The leadership includes an Executive Director, CFOO, and Chief Ethos Officer, with other board members. KSIM is part of the Knightsbridge Schools International family.

Curriculum

KSI Montenegro is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The IB continuum is delivered on one campus: Early Years & Primary (ages 3–11) follow the PYP; Middle School (ages 11–16) follows the MYP; and Pre-University (ages 16–18) follows the DP. The PYP is designed for students aged 3 to 12 and develops the whole child as an inquirer through six interdisciplinary themes explored via six subject areas, including languages, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, and personal, social and physical education. The MYP is designed for students aged 11 to 16 and consists of eight subject groups; students study at least two languages and complete projects such as a Year 10 community project and, later, a personal project. The DP is designed for students aged 16–18 and is a rigorous program culminating in external examinations; students must choose six courses from five groups and complete the core requirements: the extended essay, theory of knowledge (TOK), and creativity, activity and service (CAS). A bilingual and multilingual learning (BML) curriculum integrates English, Russian and Montenegrin into units of inquiry and subject learning.

Student Teacher Ratio

A high staff-to-student ratio ensures close attention within a structured environment.

Exam Results

100% university placement rate; every student who applied received a university offer. The IB Diploma Programme is recognised by over 5,000 universities worldwide. Graduates have gained places at universities in Italy, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and the United States.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates pursue higher education at universities worldwide. They have gained places at universities in Italy, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and the United States. The IB Diploma Programme is recognised by more than 5,000 universities worldwide.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

KSIM prioritises the wellbeing and development of its students within a safe, supportive environment. The school aims to develop happy, confident, and successful learners who carry a love of learning and a desire to succeed. It promotes student agency, with learners from all year groups encouraged to have a voice and take on responsibilities; the student leadership team provides opportunities to give feedback to teachers and school leaders. There is a strong culture of inclusion and diversity, with equal opportunities for all and a commitment to removing barriers to learning. The curriculum and school life foster international mindedness, personal growth, and the development of social-emotional skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

An inclusive curriculum and bespoke pathways are provided to ensure positive progress for all students, whatever their needs or abilities; staff share responsibility to remove any potential barriers to learning.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is prioritised alongside academic development and students learn in a safe, positive and supportive environment with a variety of opportunities for them to develop themselves both in and outside of the classroom. Our students' wellbeing is of the utmost importance and our curriculum provides rich opportunities for students to reflect and develop strategies to support their mental health, well-being and resilience.

Safeguarding

Knightsbridge Montenegro is a community of diverse cultures, languages, and countries of origin, which draws unity through the acknowledgement and celebration of our differences. As a mosaic of individuals who believe everyone should feel safe and respected, we strive to facilitate opportunities for meaningful engagement with openness and empathy. This process of communication is integral to fostering a harmonious place of learning that inspires all members of our community to be all they can be. Ours is an inclusive school where students, families, caregivers, teachers, and support staff are all supported equally, and where each unique identity, voice, ideological viewpoint, and experience is valued. We honour all members of our community, diverse in: ability, age, appearance, belief system, citizenship, culture, family structure, gender, gender identity, language, learning style, national origin, political view, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic level, and all other protected characteristics. Committed to sustaining an environment free of harassment in any form, including bullying and discrimination, we maintain that the work of inclusion is a responsibility held by all and done for all, person to person. We embrace this challenging, yet rewarding opportunity and understand that this is an evolving work which enriches all of our lives.

Admissions

1. Registrations are accepted throughout the year. OpenApply is the online admissions platform used to start the process. Submit the Application Form via OpenApply along with the relevant documentation including student statements, student's past school reports and references, parent questionnaire and copies of identification documentation.
2. Application Review: The completed application is reviewed by the Admissions committee. Allow up to 2 weeks for application processing. You will then be notified if your application has been successful and an interview with the Admissions team will be arranged.
3. Interview & Assessment: All prospective students are required to attend an admissions interview with the Admissions team; testing may take place during this time, and applicants may be invited to attend a trial day. Students entering Secondary School (ages 11-16) will be required to complete a short assessment. Students entering the Diploma Programme will be assessed on both Mathematics and English language competencies. Students with English as a second language will be assessed on their English language competency level to ensure that the correct level of English language support is put into place.
4. Final Decision: Individual determinations are made by the school's admissions committee and the final decision is made by the Head of School. This process can take up to five working days. You will be notified by the Head of School and offered a place at the school should all conditions for admissions be met. Please note that the Admissions Committee reserves the right to refuse the application of a learner in certain cases, defined in our Admissions Policy.
5. Preparation for School: Upon enrollment you will receive all necessary instructions and details to help your child prepare for their first day.

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