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Slovenia offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
Compare 7 international schools in Slovenia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 10,959), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Ecole Française Internationale de Ljubljana is a French school affiliated with AEFE, serving ages 0 to 18. The school offers bespoke curriculum that weaves French and Slovenian cultures into daily learning, with a bilingual ethos. In the elementary years, English and Slovenian are taught as foreign languages by native-speaking teachers; English and Slovenian lessons total about 1 hour 45 minutes weekly, with English arts and music sessions of 45 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on level. Slovenian instruction runs 2 to 3 hours per week. In middle school, language options extend to English, German, Spanish, Italian and Latin, delivered via CNED tutors, aligned with the French national program. High school leads to Baccalauréat. The school has welcomed students since 1992 and holds accreditation from the Slovenian Ministry of Education and Sports, while AEFE supports the bi-cultural, multilingual approach. Facilities include library, two gymnasia, outdoor spaces, and canteen service.
European School Ljubljana provides an international education for ages 4 to 18 within a European School framework. The Primary Level spans five years and operates in two language sections: English and Slovene, with the first foreign language taught from Year 1 and options including English, German or French, while Slovene is an additional subject. The Secondary Level lasts seven years and concludes with the European Baccalaureate. It is offered in two language sections, Slovene and English; from S1 students study additional foreign languages, and from S3 onward some subjects are taught in the chosen first foreign language. Established in 2018 by the Government of Slovenia, the school sits within the Ljubljana School Centre. The curriculum and facilities cultivate a culturally and linguistically rich environment, supporting international recognition and a smooth transition to national and European schools. Pupils benefit from sustained language development, intercultural understanding, and formal attainment milestones over time.
Koper International School offers a K–12 British international education in Slovenia, delivering the British National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels alongside Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. The school serves learners from ages 5 to 18 and teaches predominantly in English, with Slovene and Italian as compulsory languages and an additional modern foreign language to foster fluency in four European languages before university. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 16 students and typical groups of 10–12, enabling personalised support and active problem solving. The curriculum blends British standards with international elements and uses a cross-curricular approach to develop critical thinking, communication, and lifelong learning. The school is accredited as a K–12 British International School in Slovenia and operates as an approved Pearson Edexcel centre. Facilities include a library with over 1,000 English-language titles, morning care from 7:00, and after-school care with swimming, plus boarding or homestay options.
Vector International Academy is an independent international high school in Slovenia offering the IB Diploma Programme and Pearson Edexcel International GCSE for students aged 15 to 18. The school is accredited by the Slovene Ministry for Education. The IGCSE is awarded for ages 15 to 16 and the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16 to 18. The campus is housed in the historic 1905 St. Stanislav's Institute building, pairing a traditional setting with modern amenities. A state-of-the-art library supports quiet study and research. Students have access to multiple gyms and a range of sports, including climbing, bouldering, table tennis, and floorball, with additional activities offered by St Stanislav's Institute. An on-site kitchen and cafeteria provide daily meals, and green spaces overlook hills and mountains. On-site accommodation is available for IB students arriving from abroad. The Learning Support program and a School Management System help monitor attendance, assignments, and grades.
Ljubljana International School provides PreK-12 international education with an American-based curriculum complemented by the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs. The campus network serves students aged 3 to 18 across two campuses, totaling 2,863 square meters of facilities. All core subjects are taught in English, and the school offers AP Capstone alongside an American high school diploma, enabling a dual-path option within a single school community. The curriculum also includes the IB Primary Years Program, IB Middle Years Program, and IB Diploma Program, as well as pathways like Accelerated Math and Differentiated English to support varied learning needs. Technology is integrated across the curriculum, and students engage in a broad after-school program of sports, music, languages, and clubs. Notable clubs include robotics, a Maker Lab, Ukrainian language lessons, and Girl Scouts, reflecting emphasis on STEM, languages, and cultural wellbeing. The school fosters inquiry, global citizenship, and leadership development.
Danila Kumar International School, located in Bežigrad, Ljubljana, Slovenia, serves pre-school through middle school on a single campus. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP—the first three years). Instruction is in English; Slovenian is the host language, with German or French available from Grade 5 and an EAL/ESL program beginning in Grade 1. Class sizes are small, typically 12–20 students, and the Head of International Department is Klemen Strmljan. The school emphasizes inquiry-based, student-centred learning and holistic development, with intercultural understanding, respectful communication and citizenship at its core, while collaborating with Slovenian and international partners. Facilities on a single site support a Sports Academy for Grades 1–5 and a broad co-curricular programme, including a Children's Choir (SOVICE), Film Art and Dance, Lego clubs, a school radio and newspaper, and Erasmus+ projects such as Connected with the Environment.
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