Brunei
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ISB's Bandar Campus is situated in the Sungai Akar area of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei's capital. The campus is accessible via major roads and is approximately 10 minutes from Brunei International Airport. Public bus routes 37 and 38 serve the area, though services are limited. The campus is located in a residential neighborhood, providing a serene environment for students.
ISB Bandar Campus offers education from Early Years (ages 2–5) through Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–11), and Pre-University (Years 12–13). The curriculum follows the British system, culminating in IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
ISB is a co-educational and boarding school. Boarding facilities are available for students from Year 7 onwards.
ISB provides support for students with additional learning needs through its Centre for Inclusive Learning (CIL) in Panaga. The CIL offers tailored programs for students with diverse needs, including cognitive, communication, social, emotional, and physical development.
ISB is an independent international school with no formal affiliation to any specific country.
ISB is a secular institution with no religious affiliation.
In Early Years, the school day begins at 7:25 AM and ends at 11:30 AM.
In Primary, the school day begins at 7:25 AM and ends at 1:45 PM.
In Secondary, the school day begins at 7:15 AM and ends at 2:15 PM.
The ISB website does not provide explicit information about a school bus service for day students. However, transportation is provided for boarding students, with routes operating between Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB), Kuala Belait (KB), and Seria. This service is available at an annual cost of BND 1,550 to BND 1,600.
Application Fee: BND 200 (non-refundable)
Withdrawal Deposit: BND 500 (refundable)
Entrance Fee: BND 3,000 (non-refundable)
Annual Tuition Fees
Pre-Kindergarten: BND 6,840
Kindergarten: BND 6,840
Reception – Year 6: BND 12,900
Years 7–11: BND 17,010
Years 12–13: BND 20,010
Other Costs
IB Development Fees: BND 1,500
ECA / Learning Activities: BND 30 per term
Pre-U Late Entry Fee: BND 1,000
Annual Boarding Fees
Five-day boarding: BND 16,500
Seven-day boarding: BND 21,500
Other Residence On-Costs
Medical Insurance: BND 800 to BND 950
Immigration Processing Fee: BND 300
Transportation: Boarding students may access transport between Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB) and Seria, at an annual cost of BND 1,550 to BND 1,600.
Payment Methods
Payments are accepted via bank transfer, cash, or credit card.
International School Brunei (ISB) – Bandar Campus is a co-educational day and boarding school located in the serene area of Sungai Hanching, Bandar Seri Begawan. Established in 1964, ISB offers education for students aged 2 to 18, following an adapted England and Wales curriculum, progressing to IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The campus, inaugurated in 2015, is designed with eco-friendly principles, reflecting the school's commitment to sustainability. ISB's diverse student body represents over 40 nationalities, fostering a multicultural learning environment.
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