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Radničné námestie 4, 821 05 Bratislava, Slovakia. The school is located at this address. General inquiries are +421 915 832 076; office@eisbratislava.org. Admissions inquiries are +421 910 456 780; +421 918 603 685; admissions@eisbratislava.org.
Pre-School, Primary School, Middle School, High School.
International school (IB World School) offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
Learning support; intensive English lessons; Educational Psychologist services.
Slovakia
Uniforms are required for all students. Uniforms are available for Pre-School, Primary (Boys and Girls), and Secondary; Orders are placed online with advance payment, and the goods are collected at the start of the school year at the school; Merch is voluntary and uniforms can be tried on at the school.
The school operates a canteen service that provides hot lunches and snacks on request. The canteen is managed by an external provider, with schedules, lunch cancellations and payments handled via Edupage. The Healthy Eating Policy requires students to have a school lunch or bring a healthy lunch from home; snacks may be brought or purchased from the canteen.
The school has a House system with a house point scheme used across the school to reward groups of students. Weekly prizes may be awarded to the winning house.
The school is an independent learning center, not part of a larger multi-site group.
The school has an IB World School continuum offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–6, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 6–15, and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18.
The school prepares students for top universities worldwide.
The school has a Student Well-Being Policy that guides how students engage with learning and behaviour. Student well-being is integral to school life and is supported by clearly defined expectations, recognition, and behaviour-management processes. The school provides a School Psychologist to support students with a range of needs. Counseling and Support Services, including Guidance Counselling, are available to students. The environment places wellbeing at the center of learning and school life.
The school has a SEN / Inclusion Policy updated 2022. It recognises a broad range of special educational needs, including specific learning disabilities, language and communication deficiencies, emotional and behavioural difficulties, physical difficulties affecting mobility, sensory impairments, medical conditions, mental health conditions, gifted and talented students, autism spectrum disorder. The policy sets out early identification and assessment; it aims to raise achievement and provide opportunities for all students, including development of individual education plans (IEPs) with SEN staff and the school psychologist. A SEN teacher coordinates support and the school coordinates SEN across the EISB; responsibilities span staff, parents, and external bodies. The SEN Committee comprises Directors of Education, IB Coordinators, the SEN specialist, and parents. The school maintains ongoing monitoring and review of SEN provision.
The primary language of instruction and communication at EISB is English. All courses aside from Language Acquisition are taught in English by teachers with native or C1 level English capabilities. EISB is non-selective; language needs do not hinder admission, and students needing English support join English support classes. Y7-9/MYP students scoring below CEFR level B1 are placed in ELA, and Y10-11/MYP students below B2/C1 are also placed in ELA to reach proficiency. DP entrants must have written and oral English at least level B2. Native language support is provided, with multilingual resources and libraries supporting English and other languages; language acquisition in Slovak, German, Spanish, and French is available as appropriate.
Student well-being is an integral part of school life, and the wellbeing policy guides how students engage with learning and behaviour. The school has a School Psychologist who supports students' mental and emotional needs. Counseling and Guidance services are available under the student handbook, including counselling and wellbeing provisions. The environment supports mental wellbeing as part of the learning process and safeguarding framework. The policy emphasizes inclusive, supportive practices to help students learn and grow.
The school has a Child Protection Policy to safeguard students. Safeguarding and health and safety policies are part of the overall welfare framework, with clear procedures for safeguarding risks and reporting. The Student Well-Being Policy and safeguarding policies work together to protect students and promote a safe school environment. The safeguarding framework includes staff training and reporting mechanisms to ensure student safety. The school adheres to safeguarding practices as part of its holistic educational approach.
Admission is open throughout the year. Applying to EISB is a simple four-step process:
1. Book a tour — The admission team will be delighted to show you around and answer all your questions.
2. Trial day — English Placement Test to determine the student's level; Mathematics Placement Test. A prior trial day is necessary to fill the medical and trial form.
3. Evaluation meeting — Evaluation meeting with the Director. Based on the results of these tests and the documentation provided, the school determines the applicant's suitability to the program.
4. Application Form — Parents complete the Application Form for each individual student application.
Fees:
Fees include tuition, intensive English lessons, learning support, Educational Psychologist services, textbooks, exam fees, physical education activities (e.g., swimming, rock-climbing, skating, dance, gymnastics, tennis), local excursions, a selection of after-school club activities until 4:00 pm, and after-school care until 5:00 pm.
Fees do not include: school uniforms, school meals (snack and lunch), external provider club activities (dance, art, language, sport), or residential trips. Meals are included in the tuition for Pre-School and Year 1.
The British International School Bratislava has two campuses in the Dúbravka district of Bratislava, Slovakia. Maples (Nursery to Year 1) is Pekníkova 4, 841 02 Bratislava; Oaks (Year 2 to Year 13) is Pekníkova 6, 841 02 Bratislava. The campuses are about 8 km (approximately 15 minutes by car) from Bratislava city centre.
Early Years (ages 2-5) EYFS; Primary (ages 5-11) English National Curriculum; Lower Secondary (ages 11-16) English National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSEs; Upper Secondary (ages 16-18) IB Diploma Programme.
The British International School Bratislava is a British international school.
The school has a Learning Support policy clarifying SEN inclusivity.
Slovakia
Primary (Maples) day starts at 08:15 (drop-off from 07:45) and ends at 15:00, with Rockets after-school club 15:00–16:30 (Mon–Thu) and 15:00–16:00 (Fri). Oaks (Year 2–6) day begins with supervision from 07:45 and lessons at 08:15, with a morning break at 10:05 and lunch 12:00–13:00, finishing at 15:00; Secondary day runs 08:00–15:00, with registration at 08:00 and first lesson at 08:15.
Public transport is encouraged; bus routes include No. 84 and 83 from Hodžovo námestie and No. 32 from Hlavná stanica, with a tram option on No. 4 and No. 5; no dedicated BISB bus service is advertised.
The school does not offer boarding facilities. Some older students live in a dormitory at a local high school near BISB campuses.
Reception to Year 6 wear BISB uniform; All uniform items (except trousers and shorts) should bear the official Nord Anglia Education logo. Secondary students wear a uniform and must order through TRUTEX; PE kit is required and guidance covers hair, makeup and jewellery.
Hot lunches are provided through the catering partner Little Chef; students can also bring packed lunches. Morning snacks are available, and lunches/snacks can be signed up for online via Little Chef.
On entry, children are placed in a house team. Each House has a colour; house events are planned each term and house points determine the House Champions.
The school is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of premium international schools.
The school teaches the English National Curriculum up to Year 9; Cambridge IGCSEs in Years 10–11; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 12–13.
Average class size is 20, and the teacher-student ratio in Early Years is 1:8.
IB Diploma results for the 2024/25 academic year: average score 36.3; 22.7% of students scored 40+; pass rate 98%; one student scored 45.
Graduates go on to top universities worldwide, including Cambridge, MIT, and the University of Hong Kong.
The school has a dedicated pastoral care team that provides personalised care, support and guidance to students to help them thrive. The learning environment is safe and inclusive, and well-being is central to everyday school life. The school supports social and emotional development through a holistic approach that includes access to Nord Anglia Education's Global Campus learning platform for global projects and experiences. The school recognises the importance of well-being in academic success and fosters resilience and positive relationships with teachers and peers.
The school has a Learning Support policy and accepts students with highlighted learning needs, defined by the Learning Support Coordinator. Younger children displaying learning difficulties receive targeted support, and BISB will assist families in finding an alternative school if it cannot accommodate a child's needs.
The school has an English as an Additional Language (EAL) department that helps students become fluent English speakers and immerse in the British curricula. EAL support is personalised and differentiated, with six-week Language Intensive programmes at the start of terms, plus one-to-one, group, and after-school support. EAL teachers provide resources on Firefly and Language Nut and support Cambridge Young Learner exams. Some students may receive English as a modern foreign language support to access lessons in English.
The pastoral care team focuses on mental wellbeing and provides personalised care and guidance to support students' emotional health. BISB promotes a safe and inclusive environment where students can develop confidence and resilience. Wellbeing is integrated into school life through pastoral support, counselling services where available, and a range of activities that promote mental health. The school's wellbeing approach is designed to help students form positive relationships and manage stress and challenges.
The school maintains safeguarding and child protection policies to promote the safety and wellbeing of students. BISB has an abridged Policy on Safeguarding, Child Protection and Promoting the Wellbeing, outlining procedures and responsibilities for staff, pupils, and families.
Make an enquiry. BISB offers places all year round for children aged from 2 to 18. Learn about entry requirements and discuss your child's needs by contacting the admissions team. They answer questions and guide you through each stage of the process.
Enjoy a guided tour. The best way to discover BISB is to take a tour, either in person or online. You will meet BISB staff and see classrooms and facilities as part of the tour. A personalised tour can be arranged through the admissions team.
Send us your application. Applications are accepted all year round. We promise to respond within 24 hours (excluding weekends) of receiving your child's form. Complete online application and submit supporting documents: a copy of your child's passport, a copy of recent school reports, and any SEN reports (if applicable). If your child is joining in Year 7 or above, you will be invited to sit a short, age-appropriate assessment.
Assessment. Every child who starts in Year 7 or above will take a short assessment. Years 7-9 sit an online English language test, while Years 10-13 take English and maths tests and meet our Head of Secondary. The assessment is part of the admissions process.
Placement. After you have completed the first four steps, and if BISB is the right fit for you and your child, BISB will offer a place. The admissions team will confirm the offer and discuss the start date. You will receive details about the place and enrolment paperwork.
Starting school. With the place confirmed, BISB will provide information before the start date. You will be invited to a welcome day and a meeting with your child's teacher. BISB will ensure a warm welcome and smooth transition on the first days.
The school offers financial support programmes.
There is sometimes a waiting list. Contact the admissions team as early as possible to check availability and secure a place.
Záhradnícka 1006/2, Šamorín 93101, Slovakia
Preschool; Elementary; Middle School; Secondary I-IV (14-17-Year-Old)
International school within the Quality Schools International (QSI) network
221 students preschool through Secondary IV; 29 nationalities represented; Class of 2026: 25 students representing 10 nationalities
Intensive English program for students needing English language support; Special Needs are considered on a case-by-case basis; QSI Bratislava does not have a dedicated school-based learning support department
Affiliated with the United States Department of State's Office of Overseas Schools
School day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:40 p.m.; Enrichment/activities run from 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Bus service from 10+ locations in and around Bratislava; Return buses after dismissal and after activities; Optional door-to-door service; Public bus service available with 2–4 options per hour to Bratislava city center
No boarding; the school is an independent, coeducational day school. A paid shuttle bus service to/from the campus is available from different locations in and around Bratislava.
Lunch program and information are offered. Lunch plans have options for ECC/Elementary (3–10 years) and for Middle School/Secondary (11–18 years); participation is optional. Orders must be placed by 8:30 a.m. and paid in cash. There is a Korean lunch option with a separate sign-up form, and a Lunch Menu is available.
The School is governed by the Board of Directors and Bylaws of Quality Schools International, a consortium of over 37 schools in Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East. An Advisory Board, composed of 6 to 10 members who reside in Bratislava, assists the school in its operation. The school operates with the approval of the Slovak Ministry of Education.
