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Illyria International School

Croatia, Supetar

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The school at a glance
Fees €4,500 - 11,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Illyria International School is located on the island of Brač, in Supetar, Croatia, at Put Vele Luke 4. The school offers the International Baccalaureate across Kindergarten, the Primary Years Programme (PYP), and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) as an IB Candidate School. The curriculum uses an inquiry-based approach that blends multilingual learning with outdoor education and interdisciplinary study. Students explore local heritage through history taught via stone masonry traditions, study the Adriatic Sea in science contexts, and apply mathematics to real-world problem solving. The program emphasizes environmental stewardship and international-mindedness, preparing students as compassionate global citizens. A distinctive feature is the sailing program, supported by two wooden boats donated by a shipbuilder, linking science, engineering, and environmental responsibility. The school envisions a sustainable campus to accommodate growth while preserving Brač's beauty and sense of community. This approach fosters curiosity, resilience, and respectful intercultural dialogue among families from Croatia and abroad.

Put Vele Luke 4, 21400 Supetar, Croatia

The Essentials

Location
Located in Supetar on the island of Brač, Croatia.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary School; Middle School.

Country affiliation
Croatia
Fees

Annual tuition at Illyria International School ranges from EUR 4,500 to EUR 11,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrollment Fee

- Enrollment (application) fee: EUR 200, payable at the time of enrollment.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)

- Kindergarten: EUR 4,500 per year (summer not included).
- Grade 1–2: EUR 7,000 per year.
- Grade 3–4: EUR 7,000 per year.
- Grade 5–6: EUR 9,000 per year.
- Grade 7–8: EUR 11,000 per year.

Per-term billing note

- Tuition is published as an annual amount. A 3% tuition discount applies for full payment in September; other term or installment amounts are not published. The school references payment with a first month for the mandatory capital fee, indicating monthly or first-month collection in practice, but per-term fees are not listed.

Additional mandatory and recurring fees

- Materials fee (all grade levels): EUR 250 (one-time).
- Student capital fee (mandatory): EUR 250 per student; payable with the first month's tuition. This covers classroom supplies, technology, and local field trips.
- Lunch service (all grade levels): EUR 50 per month.

Discounts and financial-assistance details

- 3% discount on tuition for full payment in September.
- Sibling discounts: 5% per child for two enrolled children; 10% per child for three enrolled children. Materials and enrollment fees are not eligible for these sibling discounts.
- Staff discounts are available for children of school employees (evaluated case-by-case).
- Need-based financial assistance is available and can cover up to 80% of tuition, subject to application and limited availability; awards require annual reapplication. Enrollment and materials fees are not eligible for financial-aid discounts.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not indicated as an offered option.

Other costs

- Uniform costs are not listed as a school fee. Any required uniforms or additional program-specific costs are not published on the fee schedule.

Refunds and adjustments

- No published refund policy or detailed refund/withdrawal terms are listed on the fee page. Specific refund terms for withdrawal, late arrival, or early departure are not provided.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition amounts are published and a 3% discount is offered for full payment in September. The mandatory student capital fee is payable with the first month's tuition and the lunch fee is billed monthly, but the detailed billing schedule (number of installments, exact due dates, penalties for late payment) is not published in the fee summary.

Fee payment options

- Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, credit card acceptance, online payment portal) are not published on the fee page. For direct arrangements or payment instructions, contact the school at the listed email or phone number.

Concise summary of missing fee details (what was not published)

- The published information gives annual tuition by grade and lists the enrollment, materials, capital, and lunch fees, sibling discounts, and need-based assistance. It does not provide a formal per-term fee breakdown, a full billing calendar with installment due dates, explicit accepted payment methods, or a published refund/withdrawal policy. For those specific items, the school must be contacted directly.
Academics

Illyria International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP).

Curriculum
IB curriculum with an inquiry-based approach; multilingual learning; outdoor education; interdisciplinary studies including history through local stone masonry traditions, science through the Adriatic Sea, and mathematics through real-world problem solving; emphasis on environmental stewardship and international-mindedness; the school is an IB Candidate School.

Higher Education Progression
Prepares students for university.

Gifted and Talented
Education tailored to individual strengths and interests.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school raises curious thinkers, kind humans, and courageous problem-solvers who understand their local and global responsibilities. The learning approach is inquiry-based, encouraging students to ask meaningful questions and think critically. The school offers an intentionally small learning environment where teachers know every student personally. Education is tailored to each child's strengths and interests. The school emphasizes multilingual learning and international-mindedness as part of developing globally aware citizens.

Mental Wellbeing
The school is a nurturing community where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. It emphasizes curiosity, creativity, and personal growth through inquiry-based learning. Learning extends beyond the classroom with outdoor education and real-world projects that connect science, mathematics, history, and environmental stewardship to personal development. The island setting and nature-based programs support balance and wellbeing. The school fosters international-mindedness and community belonging as part of students' social-emotional development.
Parent Experience

History
Illyria International School was born from a love for families, the island of Brač, and the environment. The founders moved to Brač seeking a simpler, more connected life for their children, values of safety, community, and respect for nature. Local schools did not meet the educational needs of the island's communities, including expat and diaspora families. After conversations with parents, educators, and community leaders, Illyria International School embarked on a journey to provide high-quality, internationally recognized education for the children of Brač. The curriculum is designed to reflect Brač's beauty, integrating themes of the sea, agriculture, and environmental stewardship, and the school is working toward constructing a sustainable campus to serve growth on the island and be a beacon of educational excellence in Croatia.

Community
Illyria is located in Supetar on the island of Brač, combining international best practices with the rich cultural heritage and natural environment of Croatia. The island is treated as an extension of the classroom, with learning connected to the local community. The school describes itself as a nurturing community where students are valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. The sailing program ties Croatian maritime heritage to hands-on learning, featuring two handcrafted boats donated by a Seattle shipbuilder and led by an Oxford-trained engineer.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
IB education; IB Candidate School; Primary Years Programme and Kindergarten; Middle Years Programme; outdoor learning; interdisciplinary projects; multilingual learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sailing program with two handcrafted wooden boats; students learn rigging, launching, repairs, maintenance, navigation, and seamanship; program led by Bartol Sekira; learning connects science, mathematics, history, and environmental stewardship.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Illyria International School is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. The learning approach is inquiry-based, emphasizing meaningful questions, critical thinking, and collaboration across disciplines. Learning extends beyond classroom walls through interdisciplinary projects and outdoor learning that connect science, mathematics, history, and real-world problem solving.

Arts & Creative
Craftsmanship and hands-on projects are integrated into the sailing program, including rigging, sanding and staining timber, and boat maintenance. Two handcrafted wooden boats donated by a shipbuilder connect Croatian heritage to the learning experience. The program blends maritime craft with engineering and environmental stewardship within project-based activities.

Cultural & Language
Multilingual learning is part of Illyria's approach, supporting international-mindedness. Students explore local Croatian heritage and traditions, including history through stone masonry. Intercultural understanding is emphasized as part of the IB framework and global citizenship.

Social & Hobbies
Outdoor education and sailing provide experiential learning that builds teamwork and practical skills. The school runs summer camps and other outdoor programs that extend learning beyond the classroom. Learning is characterized by curiosity, exploration, and active participation within a community setting.

Community & Service
Environmental stewardship is integrated with learning through authentic projects that connect science, history, and the sea. The school aims to raise compassionate global citizens who understand their local community and broader responsibilities. Learning emphasizes service and meaningful action as part of developing global citizenship.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Outdoor learning and a connection with nature are central to Illyria's approach, supporting wellbeing. Sailing and outdoor education promote physical activity, resilience, teamwork, and environmental responsibility. The island setting and intimate learning environment foster balanced, meaningful learning experiences.
Languages

Language Provision
Multilingual learning is part of Illyria International School's approach. The school is an IB Candidate School, guiding its standards toward international-mindedness. Learning extends beyond the classroom and emphasizes language learning as part of its educational philosophy.
Admissions

Scholarships
Need-based financial assistance is available up to 80% of tuition based on need. Availability is limited and not all qualifying students receive the maximum amount. Financial aid is awarded annually and requires reapplication each year. To be considered, families submit the Financial Aid Application form with the required financial documentation by the specified deadline. The Financial Aid Committee reviews applications confidentially, and additional information may be requested. The amount of assistance depends on available funds and the demonstrated need, with a limited number of discounted spaces per grade. Aid awards are communicated by email as part of enrollment and cover one academic year, with renewal required for subsequent years. Renewal requires satisfactory academic progress, ongoing financial need with updated documents, and compliance with conduct and attendance policies. Financial information is kept confidential and is deleted once the student graduates or leaves. Enrollment and materials fees are not eligible for discounts. There is a 3% tuition discount for full payment in September. Sibling discounts: 5% for two children, 10% for three children; these discounts apply to tuition but not to materials or enrollment fees. Staff discounts may be offered to children of school employees and are evaluated individually by the school board. All discounts and aid are separate from each other.
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