International School of Estonia

Tallinn, Estonia. The school is located at Juhkentali 18, 10132 Tallinn, Estonia.

Pre-K through 12 (ages 3–19).

Non-profit international IB World School offering the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).

Special Educational Needs Coordinator; School Psychologist; English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme; Dean of Students; University & Career Pathways Advisement (starting 2025–2026).

Estonia

DP classes begin at 07:55; DP periods run from 08:00 onward with a schedule that includes breaks and a lunch period; PYP day typically starts around 08:35–08:40; MYP follows a similar timetable; end-of-day dismissal ranges from 15:30 to 16:15 depending on level, with after-school activities 15:30–16:15.

ISE is Tallinn's first IB World School offering the full continuum of the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged 3 to 19. It provides a personalized, high-quality English-medium education from Pre-K through the 12th grade. The learning approach is inquiry-based and aims to develop critical thinking, empathy and essential life skills. ISE prepares students for the IB Diploma Programme and offers a flexible pathway to graduation. The school emphasizes small classes, highly qualified teachers, and a nurturing, inclusive environment with global accreditations and a strong alumni network.

ISE offers small classes and a nurturing environment with highly qualified and experienced teachers.

ISE graduates have been accepted at respected universities around the world, with destinations across North America, Great Britain, mainland Europe, Australasia, and Estonia. Notable universities include the London School of Art (UK), Université Jean Moulin Lyon (France), University College London (UK), University of Kingston (UK), University of Sterling (UK), University of Connecticut (USA), Hogeschool Utrecht (Netherlands), Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne (Switzerland), and the University of Oxford (UK).

ISE graduates proceed to top universities worldwide, with destinations across North America, Great Britain, mainland Europe, Australasia, and Estonia. Notable universities have included institutions such as University of Oxford, University of Connecticut, University of Aberdeen and University of Southampton among others.

ISE welcomes students aged 3–19. The Admissions Committee reviews each application, considering the applicant's potential to benefit from ISE's IB curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP) or the CIS/NEASC-accredited high school diploma; the school's ability to meet the applicant's educational needs; the applicant's ability to meet academic, attendance, and behavioral expectations; and fulfillment of financial and medical requirements. There is no general admissions test. Documentation must include Confidential Teacher Reference Forms, progress reports from the last two years, Health and Data Form, and evidence of any required educational support. All documents must be submitted in English, as English is the medium of instruction. Further documentation or testing may be requested if necessary.

ISE offers merit- and needs-based scholarships and bursaries. Types of scholarships and bursaries include Scholarships (Master; International Futures) and Bursaries (Innovation Outreach; Unique Needs/Diversity; For Children of Teachers in Estonia). Scholarships are merit-based, with All Scholarship students must maintain a grade of at least 5 in all subjects and meet behavioral and Learner Profile expectations. Bursaries are awarded for reasons other than academic excellence and require a grade of 4 in all subjects and adherence to Learner Profile expectations, unless special educational needs apply. The Master scholarship is merit-based and awarded at the discretion of the Management Board on the proposal of the Scholarship Committee, with the amount determined by the committee and reviewed annually. The International Futures scholarship is merit-based, up to 50% of tuition; eligibility includes the last three years in a school licensed by the Estonian MOE and offering the Estonian National Curriculum, with consideration for Estonian students returning from overseas. The Innovation Outreach bursary is needs-based and offered to children with a parent connected to science and/or technology fields or able to establish partnerships with ISE; a cooperation plan must be presented and the family pays a minimum of 10% of net income per child. The Unique Needs/Diversity bursary is for documented unique needs; For Children of Teachers in Estonia requires at least one parent employed full-time as a teacher for grades 1–12, with concurrent employment during enrollment, a maximum of two children per family, and standard admissions. Access the full ISE Scholarship and Bursary Policy document. ISE Gives Back offers at least 15 competitive scholarships in the 2026–2027 academic year, with successful applicants paying 30% of the regular tuition and capital levy; the scholarship covers 70% of tuition fees (PYP 1–5, MYP 1–5, DP 1–2). More than 50% of ISE students receive some form of tuition discount.