British School in Baku

Azerbaijan, Baku

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Russian

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 4 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 367

Type Co-educational

Opened 2007

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels

Taught languages English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Preschool, Kindergarten

Introduction

British School in Baku (BSB) offers a Cambridge-based education aligned with the Azerbaijani national plan for learners aged 1 to 18. The curriculum includes EYFS, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. The Primary School serves ages 4 to 11 and Secondary 11 to 18, with Foundation Stage, Cambridge Checkpoint testing, and IGCSE/AS/A‑Levels pathways. BSB is the first accredited school in Azerbaijan by COBIS and CIS. It is accredited by Cambridge and Edexcel to deliver programs from Primary through IGCSE, AS and A‑Levels. Students graduate with British diplomas and Azerbaijani certificates and gain access to universities worldwide. The campus includes redesigned classrooms, art rooms, science labs, computer labs, a library, an indoor sports hall, and a large outdoor field. The school runs camps abroad and maintains partnerships with Cambridge, Pearson, NCUK, UCAS, ISDC, ECIS, and the British Council IELTS. These features support teaching and global opportunities.

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13 Koroğlu Rəhimov küçəsi, Bakı 1072, Azerbaijan

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The Essentials

Location

13 Koroglu Rahimov Street, Baku 1072, Azerbaijan; located on the Odlar Yurdu University campus.

Stages

Primary and Secondary.

Type

The school follows the British Curriculum and Azerbaijani national education plan.

Additional learning support

The school is committed to inclusive education.

Country affiliation

The school follows a British curriculum and the Azerbaijani national education plan.

School day structure

Primary day: six lessons per day (up to 30 per week) with three breaks for Reception and Year 1 and two breaks for Years 3–6; Registration is 8:25–8:40; morning break, lunch break (40 minutes), and afternoon sessions are scheduled. Secondary day: eight lessons per day (40 minutes each, 40 lessons per week) with two breaks and a 50-minute lunch; Registration 8:30–8:40; periods run through 15:10 with a lunch from 13:00–13:40.

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Academics

Curriculum

Key Stage 3 uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme for learners aged 11-14, with Maths, English and Science as core focuses. Subjects include English Language, Maths, Science, Art, Computer Science, MFL, Geography, History, Physical Education, Azeri and PSHE, taught by specialist teachers. Cambridge Checkpoint tests are available in English, Maths and Science to track progress toward IGCSE. Key Stage 4 is Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE) for 14-16 year olds, a globally recognised qualification, with English Language, Maths and Physical Education as compulsory, and five additional subjects drawn from groups such as sciences, modern languages, and humanities. In Years 12-13, students can study Cambridge AS & A‑Levels, Pre-U or the International Foundation Year (NCUK). This suite of programmes prepares students for universities worldwide.

Exam Results

BSB publishes IGCSE results; 2023 IGCSE results were announced as outstanding. A student, Mukhammed Mamedov, was awarded the Pearson Outstanding Learner Award for achieving the highest results in IGCSE Russian Language in Azerbaijan and Asia. Maths Checkpoint results exceeded the international average in 2023.

Higher Education Progression

British School in Baku graduates continue their education at top colleges and universities in the United Kingdom, United States, Europe and Azerbaijan. Destinations include institutions such as the University of Oxford, MIT, University of British Columbia and Khazar University, among others.

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Admissions

1. Applications are accepted at any time. There are set testing times that follow a pattern throughout the year. The first application period is at the end of February, with testing then in June and, if places remain, in August. These testing windows determine when pupils are assessed for admission.

2. When applying, complete and return to the school office the following documents: the Application Form and the Health Form; photos; evidence of the date of birth (passport copy or birth certificate); school reports from previous schools (translated into English if necessary); and the application fee. These documents should accompany the application. If you have already decided to apply and know which stream, please complete the details as above.

3. The Application Form and Health Form are available to download. The documents should be submitted to the school office. If you have already decided which stream to apply for, complete the details accordingly.

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FAQs

What curriculum does British School in Baku follow?

Key Stage 3 uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme for ages 11-14. The school follows the British Curriculum combined with Azerbaijani national requirements.

How many students attend the school?

The school has approximately 367 students.

What age range does the school serve?

British School in Baku serves students from age 1 to 18 in a co-educational setting.

Where is the school located?

The school is at 13 Koroglu Rahimov Street, Baku 1072, Azerbaijan, on the Odlar Yurdu University campus.

Does the school offer learning support?

The school is committed to inclusive education but has not published details of specialist SEN provision. Families should enquire directly about specific support needs.

What languages are used for instruction?

English is the primary language of instruction, following the British Curriculum. Azerbaijani is also taught.

Does the school have a religious affiliation?

No, British School in Baku does not have a religious affiliation.

Are there published tuition fees?

No published fee schedule was available. Families should contact the school directly for current tuition information.

Does the school use Cambridge examinations?

Yes. The Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme is used for Key Stage 3, with Maths, English and Science as core subjects.

What is the school's approach to inclusive education?

The school states a commitment to inclusive education, providing classroom-level support and differentiation for students with varying learning needs.

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