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Kneza Višeslava 17, 11030 Beograd, Serbia
Preschool to gymnasium; includes primary and secondary schools
Private international school
Individualized support in and outside the classroom; study time with teachers; counselling with a psychologist; healthcare; workshops; library resources; online resources; university application guidance for final-year students
Serbia
School day starts at 8.45. Primary finishes at 15.40 (Mon–Thu) and 14.55 on Fridays; Secondary finishes at 15.50 (Mon–Thu) and 15.05 on Fridays; some students may have individual work with a teacher when needed.
The school requires students to wear a uniform as directed by the General Act of the school.
Lunch is served at the school restaurant.
The school is privately owned international school comprising the first private Primary School and High School in Serbia, and both schools are accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development.
Rudjer Boskovic School comprises Primary School and Secondary School, both authorised by the Serbian Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development. Primary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international Cambridge programmes for primary and lower secondary students, including the Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary One Programme. Starting in Academic Year 2015-2016, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) was introduced for 5-11-year-olds, and from Academic Year 2018-2019 the school is accredited as an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) School for upper primary students. The Secondary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international programmes Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and the IB Diploma Programme, with IB MYP accreditation for the first and second grades since 2018-2019. The school educates from preschool age to gymnasium, uses modern teaching methods and a wide range of extracurricular activities, and maintains small class sizes (10-20 students). The mission is to inspire learners to become honourable, principled, knowledgeable and caring individuals capable of contributing to local and worldwide communities.
The school fosters social, emotional, and physical well-being for students and teachers. It creates safe spaces, including a student club and a teachers' lounge, to promote connectedness and the expression of emotions. A school psychologist and a school nurse provide confidential, on-site support, health care, and regular wellbeing activities. Homeroom teachers monitor student adjustment and, together with other staff, respond to concerns while promoting clear, respectful communication. The health curriculum covers physical and mental health topics, including mental health, and includes prevention and healthy relationships across both the national and IB curricula. Positive peer relationships are encouraged and staff run workshops to develop affective skills, teamwork, and resilience.
The school has a Special Educational Needs policy that values individual interests, learning styles, and student needs. It protects students from unfair treatment and discrimination.
Mental health is addressed through the health curriculum and dedicated staff. The health curriculum covers mental health topics as part of health education across the national and IB curricula. The school provides a psychologist and a nurse to support mental health and offers group activities and workshops on emotional regulation and well-being. The school raises awareness of mental health through events and encourages students to discuss concerns with teachers and staff.
Safeguarding aligns with Serbian law and IB standards. It maintains a rulebook to protect teachers and students from harm, discrimination, violence and neglect. A designated team (including the secretary, a school psychologist, the principal, and elected teachers) meets to discuss prevention and protection of vulnerable students. The Čuvam te portal provides anonymous bullying, neglect, discrimination and violence reporting to school principals, who regularly check for complaints. The school has a formal complaints procedure that protects all school actors and ensures fair treatment and inclusion for students with diverse needs.
Admissions procedure: The enrolment procedure consists of the following steps: Schedule a meeting. Discover our programmes. Submit transcripts from previous schools/ an official school record from the former school. Experience a day at our school. The prospective student needs to do an English language placement test. You will be informed about the outcome of your application. Enrolment documents: Grade 1: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Grade 2: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Other grades: birth certificate, student's grade book, transcripts/official school records from the previous school.
Two ISB campuses are located in Belgrade, Serbia. The Primary School campus is Temišvarska 19, 11040 Belgrade (Senjak). The Secondary School campus is Radivoja Lole Đukića 1a, 11040 Belgrade. The campuses are within a few minutes' walking distance of each other in the Senjak neighbourhood.
Early Years (PreK-Kinder); Primary School (Grades 1-5); Middle School (Grades 6-8); High School (Grades 9-10); High School (DP) (Grades 11-12)
co-educational day school
500 students represent 47 nationalities.
EAL (English as an Additional Language), Learning Support, and Counseling programs.
Door-to-door bus service; routes cover Dedinje, Senjak, the Diplomatic area in Banovo Brdo, parts of New Belgrade, and parts of Downtown. The service is optional and charged in addition to tuition. For more information, contact Milan Nikolic at transportation@isb.rs.
Door-to-door bus service is available. It is optional and charged separately. Routes cover Dedinje, Senjak, the Diplomatic area in Banovo Brdo, parts of New Belgrade, and parts of Downtown; a bus monitor ensures student safety; late rides after co-curricular activities are available.
ISB Lunch Program: three daily lunch choices (meat/fish, vegetarian, or sandwich) with soup, salad, and bread. Lunch orders are placed online via the ISB Catering web application in the Parent Portal; Dragon Cafe on the Secondary campus offers pastries, hot meals, salads, sandwiches, and drinks, open daily from early morning until 3:30 PM; payments can be made cash or by credit card.
The ISB is overseen by a volunteer Board of Trustees. The Board consists of seven to ten members, with three appointed by the U.S. Ambassador (including the Treasurer) and two to five elected members; up to two additional members may be appointed, and at least one member must be a Serbian citizen. Board meetings include Open Sessions and governance oversight by the Board Chair.
ISB uses the International Baccalaureate framework across all levels: Primary Years Programme (PYP) from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5; Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10; Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The language of instruction is English. In DP, Group 1 Language & Literature can be English or Serbian; Group 2 Language Acquisition offers French B, Spanish B, German Ab Initio, and Mandarin Ab Initio online; The DP comprises six subject groups (Languages & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, The Arts) and a Core (Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, CAS). ISB can award an American High School Diploma through NEASC accreditation, and offers an ISB High School Diploma.},
In Middle School, there is a 1 to 12 ratio of dedicated homeroom teachers to students.
University guidance begins in Grade 9; ISB provides university counselling and guidance through Grades 9–12, including support for university applications, standardised testing, and career exploration. The Diploma Programme includes the Core (Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, CAS) and a structured pathway to higher education, with information on admission requirements for different universities.
ISB offers a FLEX program and Personal Inquiry to help students pursue passions and talents, complemented by arts facilities, sports, and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
The Middle School uses a structured SEL program with the Second Step curriculum. The Homeroom Programme prioritizes holistic student development. It provides personalised support to students in grades 6–8 through the Second Step SEL program. The Homeroom ratio is 1 to 12, enabling individualized attention and support, backed by Welfare Coordinators, Curriculum Coordinators, and the Student Support Services team. The SEL curriculum promotes emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, resilience, empathy, and decision-making, and covers topics such as bullying, emotional regulation, goal setting, and interpersonal relationships.
The school has Learning Support Teachers and English as Additional Language (EAL) Teachers. The Learning Support team offers in-class support and small-group interventions, recommends classroom accommodations, and develops positive behaviour and academic support plans where needed. The EAL team focuses on enhancing basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS) while building cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP). The Counselling Programme supports the MYP objectives and helps students become lifelong learners, promoting self-awareness and self-regulation. The Health Office supports student well-being as part of the Student Support Services.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teachers are part of the Middle School Student Support Services. The EAL team focuses on enhancing basic interpersonal communication skills (BICS) while developing cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP). EAL supports language development within the IB programme framework and works alongside Learning Support, Counselling, and the Health Office. The program aims to assist diverse learners as they engage with the IB Middle Years Programme. EAL provision is integrated with the school's inclusive education approach.
The Health Office promotes well-being and safety on campus with a doctor on site Monday through Friday. The Health Office provides prompt medical attention for health concerns during the day and supports health education and preventive care initiatives. It aims to empower students to take an active role in their health and well-being and to foster a community focused on wellness. The Health Office collaborates with School Physicians and Nurses to monitor and support student well-being and mental health as part of overall wellness.
The International School of Belgrade is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all children, regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. The school adheres to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, in particular Articles 3, 14, 19, 36 and 37. Staff policies cover safe recruitment, background checks, social media use, trips and many more to protect children. All staff are expected to stay up to date with CP policies. CEESA Safeguarding and Child Protection Statement ensures safeguarding through prevention and intervention, including training and safe recruitment, and education for staff and students.
1. Inquire about seat availability. ISB has an ongoing intake, but all applications are subject to seat availability. It is best to inquire about available seats in advance of application. ISB offers information sessions and campus visits by appointment, and can schedule a virtual meeting or a tour of the school.
2. Read the Admissions Handbook. The Admissions Handbook is important reading for all those applying to ISB. It outlines the admission standards and requirements, as well as the application process. Families should review the handbook to understand expectations and steps.
3. Schedule a visit or virtual meeting. ISB invites interested families to schedule a visit to the campuses or a virtual meeting to learn more. This provides an opportunity to ask questions and see the learning environment. ISB also offers in-person tours and online meetings by appointment.
4. Language assessment during admission. During the admission process, most English as an Additional Language (EAL) students are tested to assess their proficiency. The assessment helps determine language support needs and placement within programs. Language considerations are taken into account as part of the admission process.
5. Scholarship pathway (optional). The ISB Scholarship Program offers a full-tuition scholarship to academically promising and high achieving local students entering Grade 9. The scholarship covers four years of education with 100% financial coverage for tuition costs, school excursions and university applications. Applicants must be Serbian citizens, finishing Grade 8 to enter Grade 9 in the 2025-2026 school year, and will undergo a personal interview with proof of academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and financial need. The scholarship is positioned as a gateway to international or national university admission, with graduates earning an IB Diploma and a High School Diploma from ISB.
ISB Scholarship Program offers a full-tuition scholarship to academically promising and high achieving local students entering Grade 9. It provides four years of enhanced education with 100% financial coverage for tuition costs, school excursions and university applications. The program is available to citizens of the Republic of Serbia who are finishing Grade 8 to enter Grade 9 in the 2025-2026 school year. All applicants will undergo a personal interview and should submit proof of successful academic performance, involvement in extracurricular activities, and demonstrated financial need.
The scholarship serves as a gateway for students interested in international or national university admission and supports earning an International Baccalaureate Diploma and a High School Diploma from ISB, the only English-speaking IB World School in Belgrade.
45 Šumatovačka Street, Belgrade.
Cambridge Primary (5-11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (11-14), Cambridge Secondary and Advanced (14-19).
Private international day school offering Cambridge programmes.
Three Levels of Support for Your Success: Homeroom Teacher, Mentor, and University Admissions Advisor. This integrated system provides personalized guidance to support academic progress and university admissions; Homeroom Teacher serves as the daily guide, Mentor provides personalised mentoring and goal setting, and a University Admissions Advisor assists with researching and applying to higher education worldwide.
The school provides accommodation and meals in a student dormitory. Accommodation and food at the student dormitory are provided in accordance with the pertaining law.
Uniform is required for all students, parents/guardians, teachers and other staff. The student uniform consists of a polo shirt with the school logo in year-appropriate colours (yellow for Lower Secondary Y1–Y9; blue for High School Y10–Y13); the PE uniform includes a white T-shirt with the logo, grey tracksuit bottoms with the logo, grey shorts (male), grey leggings (female) and a tracksuit top.
During lunch, meals are served in the school restaurant. A healthy breakfast and a freshly prepared lunch are provided for primary students.
The founders of the school are Link Group Education Services SRL and LINK group d.o.o. The Belgrade Commercial Court decision dated 28 November 2024 established School Investments d.o.o. as the founder of the school.
Cambridge Primary (5-11), Cambridge Lower Secondary (11-14), and Cambridge Secondary and Advanced (14-19) form the core of the curriculum. In Years 10–11, students complete seven IGCSE subjects to earn the International Certificate of Education (ICE); in Years 12–13 they select A-level bundles designed to meet Cambridge Assessment International Education requirements and the ICE/AICE diplomas. The Cambridge curriculum is delivered in English, and the school is a UCAS registered centre. Cambridge Distance Learning is available for online study. Cambridge qualifications unlock admission to universities worldwide.
Cambridge qualifications unlock admission to universities worldwide; the school is a UCAS registered centre; ICE, AICE and A-Level pathways support progression to higher education domestically and internationally.
Elite Honours Class is a selective program for students with exceptional potential and results; membership is granted to candidates with 75%+ in Cambridge IGCSE examinations and focuses on advanced, interdisciplinary study across finance, entrepreneurship, technology, global studies and STEM, with ethical leadership.
Mentoring is a unique concept at International School, representing a special relationship between teachers and students. A mentor provides deeper, personalised support by focusing on developing personal skills, setting goals, and offering emotional support. A three-level support system—homeroom teacher, mentor, and university admissions advisor—delivers ongoing guidance for academic and personal success. Mentoring creates a safe space for students to discuss challenges and to develop resilience. The school notes that more than 30 International School students are among the top 30 Cambridge learners in the world.
The school uses English- and Serbian-mediated lessons.
Family Support Hub provides mental wellbeing support through counselling for students and parents. Counsellors and pedagogues assist with academic challenges, family and personal situations, peer relationships, and emotional development. The service aims to create a safe space to discuss concerns and to foster resilience and emotional stability. Mentoring contributes to emotional wellbeing as part of a holistic approach to student development. These resources support students' wellbeing alongside academic progress.
Regulations prescribe measures, manner and procedures for the protection and safety of students during all school activities, ensuring students have protection from actions by others and during emergencies. The School has a Code of Conduct and Intervention Procedures for violence against students, and a professional Team for Protection against Discrimination, Violence, Abuse and Neglect to handle incidents. Incidents are reported and investigated with involvement of parents or guardians, and appropriate disciplinary actions are taken. The Regulations cover safety in the school building and during external activities, as well as health and safety protocols and reporting requirements.
Phase one: There are two phases for admission. Phase one includes filling in the registration, a meeting of parents/guardians and a team of experts, psychological testing and an interview with the school psychologist to assess the student's psychological and physical abilities and talents, getting the student and parents familiar with International School's academic, social and ethical code of conduct, and adjusting the terms of schooling with parents/guardians and mutual expectations. If the potential student passes the test and the interview with the psychologist, and agreement is reached regarding terms of education, Phase two commences. Phase two: Completed application for admission; Signed Agreement between International School and the student and the parents/guardians; Delivering the necessary documentation: birth certificate / passport; medical certificate of intellectual and physical ability to attend school; confirmation of settlement of the first instalment, semi-annual tuition or full tuition. For enrolment into the requested primary school grade: certificate of completion of Year 5 of primary school if the child attended the National Programme, or a report on achievement for Year 6 if the child attended the Cambridge Programme (preferably a Statement of Results for Cambridge Primary), or a report on achievement for Year 5 if the child attended the K12 system. For enrolment into the requested secondary school grade: certificate of completion of the final year of primary school, or a report on achievement for the most recently completed year if the child attended the Cambridge Programme or another international programme; and confirmation from a nursery or preschool institution, if the child attended one, for enrolment into Year 1.
Incentives for the best: Notable achievements in science, sports or art? The school offers four incentives for the best students that cover from 10% up to 100% of the tuition fees for the following school year. Applications must be submitted by 30 June. The competition for the following school year takes place each May/June. To enter, submit the documentation listed in the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction, published on the school website. The school selects candidates in accordance with the Regulations Regarding the Manner and Procedure for Applying and Exercising the Students' Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction and the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction. The amount of the reduction is set by the Competition for Exercising the Right to a Tuition Fee Reduction. International School is not obliged to provide an explanation to those who are not selected. The four incentives are GENIUS MUNDI (for talented students with excellent results in national and international competitions), SPORTACUS (for notable athletes in sports), SM-ART (for gifted young artists), and A-CE (for hard-working students finishing primary school with straight A's). Necessary steps: 1) Fill in an incentive for the best application form; 2) The enrolment coordinator will contact you to discuss the details; 3) Two weeks after the submission deadline you will receive the results.
