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Taught languages Georgian, English, Russian, German, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Newton Free School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Preschool and Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3 to 11, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 18. It is an authorized IB World School with two campuses: Newton Free School in Tbilisi and Saguramo. The Georgian IB Diploma is recognized as equivalent to full general education, enabling progression to higher education. The school provides IB facilities for science labs, an indoor gym, an open sports field, a swimming pool, and other spaces to support learning. Students participate in broad extracurriculars through clubs in Natural Sciences, Electronics, Model UN, Drama, and language and culture activities. Sports clubs include football, basketball, volleyball, and swimming. The school partners with academies such as Locomotive Football Academy, Dinamo Swimming and Water Polo Academy, and Orbi Basketball Academy to enhance sport opportunities.
Newton Free School has instruction in Georgian, English.
Location
Newton Free School is located in Saguramo, Georgia. It offers International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes in Saguramo: Preschool (PYP) and Primary Years (PYP Grades 1–5), Middle Years (MYP Grades 6–10), and Diploma Programme (DP) Grades 11–12. The 2025–2026 academic year includes these IB programmes at Saguramo.
Annual tuition at Newton Free School ranges from GEL 5,000 to GEL 5,500 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees (2025–2026 academic year) - PYP Preschool (Early Years): EUR 4,500 per academic year (charged as the equivalent amount in GEL). - PYP Primary (Grades 1–5): EUR 5,000 per academic year (charged as the equivalent amount in GEL). - MYP Middle (Grades 6–8): EUR 5,500 per academic year (charged as the equivalent amount in GEL). - MYP Upper (Grades 9–10): EUR 6,000 per academic year (charged as the equivalent amount in GEL). - DP (Grades 11–12, IB Diploma): EUR 6,500 per academic year (charged as the equivalent amount in GEL).
Family discounts - Two children from the same family enrolled concurrently: 10% discount applied to each student's tuition. - Three or more children from the same family enrolled concurrently: 20% discount applied to each student's tuition.
What the tuition covers - Elective club lessons are included in the tuition (the swimming club is expressly excluded from the included clubs). - Meals: Preschool students receive three meals per day included in tuition; primary (elementary) students receive two meals per day included in tuition.
Transportation and related recurring charges - Annual transportation fee (general): 1,900 GEL per year. - Annual transportation fee from Tbilisi to the Saguramo campus: 2,300 GEL per year. - Cafeteria menu subscriptions are available in 2- or 4-week options for students who are not covered by the meals included in tuition.
Boarding / day status - The school operates as a day school (no boarding facilities).
Other costs and optional fees - Swimming club: charged separately (not covered by tuition). - Summer STEM school (example offering): two-week session fee listed as 750 GEL (separate program fee). - No school uniform is required (no uniform cost).
Application / enrolment fees - No separate application or enrolment fee amount is published in the admission and tuition materials; admissions begin via a waiting-list registration and interview process. (This statement is based on the published admission and tuition information.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Published fee figures are stated as annual tuition amounts for the academic year; a term-by-term fee schedule and specific payment terms (due dates, instalment schedule, late-payment penalties) are not provided in the published tuition and admission materials. Annual transportation fees are explicitly stated as yearly amounts.
Refund information - No explicit refund policy or published refund schedule for tuition, transportation, or optional program fees is present in the school's publicly posted admission, tuition, or internal regulations materials. (No refund terms are published in the available documents.)
Fee payment options - No specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) or online payment portal details are published alongside the tuition and admission information. Contact channels for the Parent Relations Office are provided for payment or administrative enquiries.
Summary of items not published in the school's publicly available materials - Per-term (termly) price breakdowns and a detailed instalment/billing schedule; explicit published payment due dates; stated accepted payment methods; a formal published refund or cancellation policy; and a published application or registration fee amount are not present in the school's admission, tuition, FAQ, or internal regulations documents. The school's contact details are provided for administrative and billing enquiries.
Please use the Parent Relations Office contact details below for administrative action (payments, instalment arrangements, receipts): phone 570 705 080 or 570 705 090; email info@newton.edu.ge.
Academics
Newton Free School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Newton Free School offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Preschool (PYP), Primary Years Programme (PYP Grades 0-5), Middle Years Programme (MYP Grades 6-10), and Diploma Programme (DP Grades 11-12). The school is an authorized IB World School. The Primary Years Programme engages students in six transdisciplinary themes. The Middle Years Programme uses six global contexts. The Diploma Programme comprises six subject groups plus the core Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The IB Diploma has recognition at 1931 universities worldwide.
Exam Results
IB graduates enroll in universities worldwide. The IB Diploma has a special status at 1931 universities worldwide and is accepted by over 3,300 higher education institutions in nearly 90 countries. Top universities attended by IB graduates include Harvard University, Stanford University, Yale University, MIT, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Princeton University, Caltech, University of Chicago, and Imperial College London. Between 2022 and 2025, 100 Newton Free School graduates received a total of USD 6,000,000 in funding and 300 invitation letters from leading universities.
Higher Education Progression
IB graduates pursue higher education at leading universities worldwide. The Diploma Programme is recognized by 1931 universities globally and is associated with admissions to more than 3,300 higher education institutions in about 90 countries. Top universities attended by Newton Free School IB graduates include Harvard, Stanford, Yale, MIT, Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton, Caltech, University of Chicago, and Imperial College London.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Newton Free School prioritizes students' social and emotional development within daily learning. A designated team of school psychologists supports students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. Homeroom and subject teachers work closely with the psychologists to implement their recommendations in classroom practice. Unit planning ensures the social-emotional needs of every student are addressed, granting them agency and ensuring their voice is heard in learning units. The school fosters a supportive learning community through staff, guardians, and student collaboration to support well-being.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Newton Free School has a designated team of psychologists, special education teachers, and behavioral specialists to support students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional difficulties. Homeroom and subject teachers collaborate with the psychology team and implement their recommendations; when concerns arise, a multidisciplinary committee is formed to evaluate needs and determine appropriate supports. The committee identifies the student's needs, determines eligibility for services, and develops recommendations for curriculum modifications and for creating an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Behavioral Support Plan (BSP). An IEP is developed collaboratively by the psychologist, special education teacher, subject teachers, and parents and documents accommodations and short-term objectives. All special education students are integrated into mainstream classes, with ongoing collaboration among teachers to address diverse learning needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The student body speaks English as an additional language. The language of instruction varies by IB program and section: in PYP and IBMYP Years 1-3 the language of instruction is Georgian with ESL classes; in IBMYP Years 4-5 and the Diploma Programme the instruction is in English, with Georgian taught in the Georgian section. English as a Foreign Language (EAL) is offered as a separate discipline, and EAL classes are provided for students who struggle to access the curriculum in English. Georgian language support (Georgian Language Assistance) is available for students needing extra help, with a plan to develop a student's mother tongue through IEPs or self-taught options when necessary. Six languages are taught across the IB programmes: Georgian, English, German, Russian, French, and Spanish.
Mental Wellbeing
Newton Free School integrates mental well-being into its inclusive education approach. A team of school psychologists supports students with social-emotional and behavioral needs. Homeroom and subject teachers collaborate with the psychology team to implement recommended supports in classrooms. Unit planning prioritizes the social-emotional aspects of learning and ensures students' voices are heard and reflected in curriculum decisions. The program emphasizes holistic development and caring, aligned with IB values to foster well-being.
Admissions
Admissions
Newton Free School offers the PYP Preschool and PYP First Grade programs. Upon sending, you will receive a confirmation email; if you don't receive a confirmation, contact Newton Free School's Parent Relations Office. Phone: 570 705 080; 570 705 090. An open-door day will be arranged, during which comprehensive details about the PYP and the admission process will be discussed. Admission to the First Grade of the PYP is determined based on the outcomes of interviews; after the open-door day, pupils on the waiting list will undergo interviews; Primary school teachers and school psychologists assess readiness for school, in accordance with State Standards for Early Childhood and Preschool Education. If transferring to Newton Free School, place the pupil on the waiting list with the same information; vacancy availability determines next steps.
Scholarships
Grants: 100% tuition grant – awarded to students who qualify for the third round of the National Olympiad in two or more subjects. 50% tuition grant – awarded to students who qualify for the third round of the National Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology. 30% tuition grant – awarded to students who qualify for the third round of the National Olympiad in History, Geography, or Georgian Language and Literature.
Waitlist
To join the waiting list for PYP Preschool and PYP First Grade, email info@newton.edu.ge with: Preferred address (Newton Free School in Tbilisi, grades 0-12 or Newton Free School in Saguramo, grades 0-6), Desired Program (Preschool or First Grade), Pupil's Information (Name and Last Name; Date of Birth; Current Grade; Current School), and Parent/Legal Guardian Information (Name and Last Name; Contact Number; Email Address). Upon signing up you will receive a confirmation email; if you don't receive a confirmation email, contact Newton Free School's Parent Relations Office. Phone: 570 705 080; 570 705 090. Email: info@newton.edu.ge. Depending on the availability of vacant places, you will receive additional information about the transfer process. Open-door day will provide details about the PYP and the admission process.
FAQs
What programmes does Newton Free School offer?
Newton offers the full IB continuum: PYP for Preschool and Grades 0-5, MYP for Grades 6-10, and DP for Grades 11-12.
Where are the campuses?
Newton has two campuses: Tbilisi (Grades 0-12) and Saguramo (Grades 0-6).
What are the tuition fees?
Fees range from EUR 4,500 for Preschool to EUR 6,500 for the IB Diploma, charged in GEL equivalent.
Does the school offer SEN support?
Yes. A team of psychologists, special education teachers, and behavioural specialists support students. A multidisciplinary committee evaluates needs and creates individualised support plans.
Is there a school uniform?
No. Newton Free School does not require a uniform.
What meals are provided?
Primary students receive two meals daily and preschool students three meals. Other students can purchase meals from the school cafeteria.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Clubs include Natural Sciences, Electronics, Drama, Singing, Literature, Creative Writing, Drawing, Model UN, Digital Marketing, Football, Basketball, Swimming, Karate, and Fencing.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. 100% tuition grants for students qualifying for the third round of National Olympiad in two or more subjects, and 50% grants for one subject.
What languages are taught?
Georgian is the PYP language of instruction. English is used for IBMYP Years 4-5 and DP. Russian, German, French, and Spanish are also taught.
