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MCS School

Instructs in English, Russian

Ages 1 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

MCS School in Moscow offers a diverse international program for ages 1 to 18. The curriculum spans British, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge Primary/Secondary, CBSE, Indian, and Australian pathways. An English kindergarten for ages 1–7 combines British English with preparation for schooling in Russian. MCS Preschool nurtures talent through art, sport, and interaction with professionals; eight foreign languages are taught, with children speaking English and Russian by age five. The day includes English instruction, science, physical education, choreography, cultural holidays, art, music, trips, and outdoor activities. Individual development cards follow British standards and are issued quarterly. The Russian Programme prepares students for VPR, interim assessments, OGE, EGE, and the state certificate, blending federal standards with project-based learning. The Development Program features choreography, sport, IT, design, music, cooking, and arts, supported by field trips and Culture Holidays. Student leadership and an English-language focus foster an internationally minded community for curious learners.

Location

Center of Moscow, Russia. A modern school in the center of Moscow.

Stages

Preschool (Kindergarten for ages 1–7); Primary (Years 3–9); Secondary (Years 10–13).

Type

Private day school.

Additional learning support

Individual support for each student.

Country affiliation

Russia.

School day structure

There is no daily homework. Reading in Russian and English is assigned for the weekend or at school. In senior classes, from Year 8/Year 10 it is necessary to work on GCSE/A-level papers at home; starting from Year 9/Year 11, classes are held on Saturdays. The academic year runs September 1 to May 31 for Year 3-9 and until June 30 for Years 10-13, with one week of holidays after every five weeks and longer two-week holidays at Christmas.

Application fees
- There is no published, mandatory application or enrolment fee for full‑time school places.
- Summer programmes and the summer kindergarten run without an enrolment fee.

Tuition fees by programme / year group
- Full‑time, day‑school annual or per‑year tuition by year group (Kindergarten through Year 13) is not published on public school pages and therefore not available here.
- Weekend British school (structured programme delivered as a term/trimester): 12‑week trimester fee — RUB 210,000 per trimester. Billing is shown per 12‑week trimester.
- English after‑school (afternoon full‑day programme for schoolchildren): fees start from RUB 130,000 per month (monthly billing indicated).
- English classes for schoolchildren (term/trimester format): fee for a 12‑week trimester — RUB 210,000 per trimester.
- Summer full‑day English city camp (weekly pricing): standard full‑day weeks are shown at RUB 65,000 per week for many themed weeks; other summer programmes are shown in the range RUB 42,000–RUB 62,000 per week for summer kindergarten; some specialised weeks (e.g., Career Camp) are shown at RUB 65,000 per week and other themed weeks at RUB 52,000. Billing for summer programmes is shown on a weekly basis.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Weekend British school: charged per 12‑week trimester (term).
- English after‑school: presented as a monthly fee ("from" figure indicates variable pricing by group or level).
- Summer programmes and summer kindergarten: charged by week (weekly payment options shown). Some summer programmes explicitly state there is no enrolment fee.
- No public, detailed terms and conditions for full‑time tuition billing schedules (for example, termly vs. annual invoicing, deposit requirements, late‑payment penalties) are published on the public pages.

Boarding fees
- MCS is presented and operated as a full‑time day school and summer/kindergarten/camp provider; there is no mention of a residential or boarding provision and therefore no boarding fees are applicable.

Other costs and typical extras
- Meals: five meals per day are provided as part of school programmes; no separate published per‑term or per‑month charge for standard school meals is listed.
- School uniform: MCS uses a school casual uniform (red sweatshirts with school logo paired with beige trousers or skirts); the uniform is mentioned but uniform pricing is not published.
- Transport / collection: after‑school collection from other schools is offered for an additional fee (an extra charge is indicated for collection services).
- Extracurricular, specialised and short‑course programmes (for example evening/weekend courses, camps, design or master‑class products) have separate published prices where shown (see summer and after‑school listings above).

Refund information
- No public, detailed refund or withdrawal policy for full‑time school tuition is published on the school's public pages. Summer programmes explicitly advertise "summer without enrolment fee," but specific refund or cancellation terms for booked weeks are not published on public pages.

Fee payment options
- Public pages list contact details (phone numbers and an administrative email) and reference company requisites, but they do not publish explicit, detailed lists of accepted payment methods (for example, which card networks are accepted, whether online card payment, direct bank transfer, or standing orders are accepted). Families are directed to contact the school for billing and payment instructions.

Summary of available, publishable fee figures (for database use)
- RUB 210,000 — Weekend British school / 12‑week trimester.
- RUB 130,000 — English after‑school starting monthly fee ("from" figure).
- RUB 65,000 — Typical full‑day summer camp week (selected themed weeks).
- RUB 42,000–RUB 62,000 — Summer kindergarten weekly range.
- Up to 50% scholarship on tuition is offered for Olympiad winners or very high entrance results (scholarship levels are advertised up to 50% off tuition).

Notes on items not publicly published (so not included above): full‑time, per‑year tuition rates by year group; any formal application or registration fee for full‑time enrolment; detailed refund/cancellation policy for full‑time places; and explicit accepted payment methods and banking details for routine fee payments. These items were not published on the school's publicly available pages.

Curriculum

MCS School offers an English kindergarten for children aged 1 to 7 years. An English kindergarten combines a British English program with preparation for school in Russian. MCS Preschool is a place for talented children; every child is talented and is given opportunities to explore talents through art, sports, and interaction with people from different professions. Eight foreign languages are taught; by age five, children speak, read and write in English and Russian. The program includes English all day, science, physical education and choreography, cultural holidays, art, music, trips, and outdoor activities. Individual development cards by British standards are issued four times a year.

Gifted and Talented

MCS Preschool emphasizes individuality and talent. Every child is considered talented and is given opportunities to develop talents through art, sports, and exposure to different professions.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school emphasizes social and emotional development. Self-confidence, emotional intelligence, and the ability to communicate, negotiate, resolve conflicts constructively, cooperate with others, and accept one another are developed in daily activities by teachers, class mentors, and participation in school events. Growth mindset is a core principle, encouraging students to take risks, learn from mistakes, and strive to improve. Creativity and critical thinking are strengths developed through creative projects and involvement in planning school events. Students are prepared to communicate with audiences and engage in open dialogue, reflecting strong interpersonal skills and responsible behavior.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is described as an English school in Moscow and teaches in Russian with an English-language component through the British curriculum. The admissions process includes testing in English and Russian, indicating English language assessment is part of entry. There are English-language offerings such as English camp and English afterschool programs. Foreign languages are listed under academic programs, with English as a dedicated area of study. English supports access to international universities through the IGCSE/A-level track.

Mental Wellbeing

The school supports mental wellbeing through daily development of self-confidence and emotional intelligence. Students build the ability to communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflicts constructively. Cooperation and acceptance of others are fostered through daily activities and school events. A growth mindset encourages resilience, risk-taking, and learning from mistakes. Interpersonal skills and respectful interaction are reinforced as part of the school's culture.

Safeguarding

The school creates a safe environment. It is a territory free from bullying, bad habits, rudeness, disrespect and unacceptable behavior. The system of school rules provides a comfortable learning environment for each student while maintaining personal boundaries and the opportunity for self-expression.

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CIS International School – Gorki Campus

Instructs in English, Russian

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees RUB 21,320 - 33,730

Type Co-educational

The CIS International School – Gorki Campus is located in Solosovo, Odintsovo District, Moscow Region, 143081. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and is housed in two standalone buildings for junior and senior schools. The junior campus includes sleeping rooms for early years learners, a creative studio, and closed-area playgrounds. The senior campus focuses on research and creative work, with professional multi-subject science laboratories and a robotics and engineering studio, plus a cooking club, a theatre stage, and a visual arts space. An amphitheatre with acoustics and lighting supports lectures, concerts, and performances, while outdoor facilities include sports grounds and an ice rink for winter sports. The school offers a broad international curriculum mix, including Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS/A Levels; IB PYP, MYP, DP, and IBCP; IEYC/IPC/IMYC; AP; and curricula such as American, Australian, Canadian, Chinese, French, German, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Finnish, Swiss, European Baccalaureate, EYFS, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and BTEC. Ages 3–18.

Application / Entrance fee
- A one-time entrance (enrolment) fee of EUR 6,000 is charged per family (the amount does not depend on the number of children). The entrance fee covers administration and registration and is non‑refundable. Capital/entrance fee for Pre‑Nursery, Nursery and Reception is EUR 0; for all other year levels the capital/entrance fee is EUR 6,000.

Tuition fees by year group (2026/2027 academic year — two price bands depending on payment date)
Note: tuition rates vary by the date the payment is made. Two published bands apply: payments made by 30 June 2026 (lower rate) and payments made from 1 July 2026 (higher rate). Annual and per‑term amounts are shown below (per‑term amounts are based on a three‑term academic year).

- Pre‑Nursery & Nursery (age 2.5–3)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 20,010 — Per term: EUR 6,670.00.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 21,320 — Per term: EUR 7,106.67.

- Reception (age 4)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 22,360 — Per term: EUR 7,453.33.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 23,830 — Per term: EUR 7,943.33.

- Primary School KS1 & KS2 (Year 1–Year 4, age 5–8)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 26,010 — Per term: EUR 8,670.00.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 27,710 — Per term: EUR 9,236.67.

- Primary School KS2 (Year 5–Year 6, age 9–10)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 27,310 — Per term: EUR 9,103.33.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 29,090 — Per term: EUR 9,696.67.

- Secondary School KS3 (Year 7–Year 9, age 11–13)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 28,840 — Per term: EUR 9,613.33.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 30,720 — Per term: EUR 10,240.00.

- Secondary School KS4 (Year 10–Year 11, age 14–15)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 30,960 — Per term: EUR 10,320.00.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 32,980 — Per term: EUR 10,993.33.

- Sixth Form (Year 12–Year 13, age 16–17)
- Annual (payment by 30 June 2026): EUR 31,660 — Per term: EUR 10,553.33.
- Annual (payment from 1 July 2026): EUR 33,730 — Per term: EUR 11,243.33.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition rates depend on the payment date. The school publishes two price bands: payments made on or before 30 June 2026 are charged at the lower annual rate; payments on or after 1 July 2026 (and during the 2026/2027 academic period listed) are charged at the higher annual rate. A discount system and payment plans are available. A 5% sibling discount applies to the second and subsequent children. Payments are made in Russian roubles according to the Central Bank rate on the date of payment; if the Central Bank rate is lower than 100 RUR to 1 EUR, a floor rate of 100 RUR per EUR is applied for payment calculations.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed for the Gorki campus; no boarding fees are published for this campus.

Other costs and fees
- School transport is charged separately and is shown as 250,000 RUB per school year (subject to route and availability).
- Tuition fees include school meals served three times a day and include all books.
- Tuition fees do not include transport services, summer courses, or school uniform; these items are invoiced separately.
- Capital/entrance fee: Pre‑Nursery, Nursery and Reception — EUR 0; other year levels — EUR 6,000 (one‑time).

Refund information
- The one‑time entrance/enrolment fee is non‑refundable. (The published fee schedule identifies the entrance fee as non‑refundable.)

Fee payment options
- Published material states payments are made in Russian roubles using the Central Bank exchange rate on the date of payment and that payment plans are available; specific payment channels and invoicing options (for example, bank transfer, direct debit or card) are handled through the school's admissions/accounts process and by the school's finance office.

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