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Premium International Schools in Bucharest, Romania

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About international schools in Bucharest, Romania

In Bucharest a compact group of fee-paying international schools offers a mix of English-medium pathways - commonly the International Baccalaureate, British (Cambridge/UK curriculum) and American-style programmes - alongside a number of European national options and bilingual Romanian streams. Many schools teach primarily in English while offering Romanian plus modern languages such as French, German and Spanish; language support and EAL programmes are routine. Annual tuition varies widely, with most international schools charging in a mid-range but several independent institutions charging substantially more; published data show a broad band for typical annual fees. Admissions are centred on a September intake but applications run year-round, with schools routinely using age-appropriate academic and language assessments and asking families to pay deposits or confirm places in spring for the following school year.

Compare 6 Premium international schools in Bucharest, Romania. Filter by curriculum, fees (average RON 65,518), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 6 schools · avg fee RON 65,518
Schools listed
6
Curricula
14
Average annual fee
RON 65,518
Fee range
RON 32,631 – 122,858
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
708 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Cambridge School of Bucharest
Oldest
King's Oak British International School (1994)
Cambridge School of Bucharest — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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Cambridge School of Bucharest

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 3 to 18

RON 66,015 - 109,513
Ages 3 to 18 years
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Verita International School - Bucharest — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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Verita International School - Bucharest

IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum) · Ages 2 to 18

RON 41,962 - 78,513
Ages 2 to 18 years
IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Instructs in English
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King's Oak British International School — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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King's Oak British International School

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 1.5 to 18

RON 50,934 - 91,681
Ages 1½ to 18 years
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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British School of Bucharest — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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British School of Bucharest

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 2 to 18

RON 38,919 - 122,858
Ages 2 to 18 years
British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Mark Twain International School - Junior — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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Mark Twain International School - Junior

IB (PYP) · Ages 2 to 11

RON 33,093 - 79,320
Ages 2 to 11 years
IB (PYP)
Instructs in English and Romanian
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Bucharest-Beirut International School — international school in Bucharest, Romania
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Bucharest-Beirut International School

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 2 to 18

RON 32,631 - 40,780
Ages 2 to 18 years
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Reggio Emilia Approach, Bespoke Curriculum
Instructs in English
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FAQs for Romania

What international curricula will my child typically find in Bucharest and how do they differ?
Bucharest schools commonly offer the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), British pathways (National Curriculum of England with IGCSEs and A-levels or Cambridge assessments) and American-style or other national programmes; some schools combine these with Romanian, French or German bilingual streams. The IB is structured as a continuity of inquiry-led programmes across age ranges and is widely recognised for university entry, whereas British programmes tend to follow discrete key stages and externally assessed IGCSE/A-level exams; American-style programmes focus on credit accumulation and may offer Advanced Placement or a US high-school diploma.
How much should I budget for fees and what extras are common?
Published fee data for Bucharest show a wide spread: many international schools fall into a mid-range annual tuition band while some independent schools charge substantially higher fees, so parents should expect variation depending on age and programme. Typical extras beyond tuition include one-off enrolment or registration fees, capital or technology levies, school transport, uniforms, school lunches and costs for graded trips and external exam fees.
When should I apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
The main intake for international schools is the start of the academic year in September, but most schools accept applications year-round and operate waiting lists for full classes; families aiming for the next school year should apply in the autumn or winter and be prepared to confirm places in spring. Admissions commonly include submission of previous school reports, an interview with parents and child, and age-appropriate assessments in English and mathematics plus a language proficiency check for non-native speakers; offers are typically conditional on document checks and medical requirements.
Is instruction always in English and what support is available for non-English speakers?
Many international schools in Bucharest teach primarily in English, but they also provide extensive language provision including Romanian and other modern languages, and formal English as an Additional Language (EAL) or mother-tongue support for students who need it. Schools typically assess arriving pupils’ English level to place them in appropriate support groups and may run staged entry or bridging programmes until students reach the language level required for mainstream classes.
What should I look for when I visit schools in Bucharest?
When visiting, check how the school assesses and supports language learners and pupils with additional learning needs, whether there is clearly described progression between year groups or programmes, and how accommodation, safeguarding and pastoral care are organised. Also review the published fees and what is and isn’t included, ask about typical class sizes, inspection or accreditation status, and sample a lesson or curriculum overview so you can judge teaching style and whether it fits your child’s needs.