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Maria International School

Romania, Bucharest

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Romanian
Fees RON 6,200 - 11,500
Ages 2 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages Romanian, German
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

MISB is a British international school located in downtown Bucharest, serving students aged 2 to 11 across Early Years and Primary (Key Stages 1 and 2). The curriculum follows the British National Curriculum, with Early Years organized around seven areas of learning and Primary including English, maths, and Romanian; phonics, reading, and writing are taught, and KS2 offers German. The school is authorized by the Romanian Ministry of National Education and is recognized as a COBIS Patron's Accredited Member, reflecting its international connections and standards. The campus is a preserved villa on Amzei Square, with large bright classrooms, Chromebook laptops for IT, and two KS1/KS2 libraries. A Summer Camp includes meals by an in-house chef and swimming in an outdoor pool. After-School Clubs cover sports, arts, languages, and robotics, fostering creativity and critical thinking. The school emphasizes social, emotional, and cultural development through a child-centered approach that supports curiosity daily.

Strada Piața Amzei 6, 030167 București, Romania

The Essentials

Maria International School has instruction in English, Romanian.

Location
The Maria International School of Bucharest is located in the heart of downtown Bucharest, at Strada Piața Amzei Nr.6, Sector 1, Bucharest, Romania. It is housed in a beautifully preserved villa. It is well connected by public transport, including many bus lines and the Romana Square metro.

Stages
Early Years and Primary.

Type
British international school.

Additional learning support
MISB is an inclusive school.

Country affiliation
British/UK (British National Curriculum).

School day structure
Typical MISB days run from 8:30 to 17:00. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 8:45, with core instruction in the morning and afternoon, a lunch break, and an after-school long programme with clubs until 5:00 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required. The Uniform Policy exists and uniform fees apply. The uniform for Early Years through Key Stage 2 is navy blue pants or a navy blue skirt with a white shirt bearing the school logo, plus a navy cardigan; a blue/black PE kit with a white top is also worn for sport.

Food Options
MISB provides healthy breakfasts, lunches, and snacks daily. Four rotating menus are offered. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are prepared daily in the school kitchen with fresh ingredients from carefully selected suppliers. There are two main meals and two snacks per day; the menu is approved by a pediatrician and nutritionist.

House System
The school has a House System.
Fees

Annual tuition at Maria International School ranges from RON 6,200 to RON 11,500 for 2026/27.

Registration and Reservation Fees
- Registration fee: EUR 500. (Non-refundable; first time only).
- Reservation fee (per year): Early Years EUR 500 / Reception EUR 500 / Primary EUR 1,000. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1).

Materials Fee
- Materials fee (per year): Early Years EUR 200 / Reception EUR 300 / Primary EUR 500. (Non-deductible; payment required before April 1). Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from the tuition fee.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and programme times)
- Early Years (2–3 years): Short Programme EUR 5,500 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 6,500 / year (08:00–17:00). Monthly payment option is available for Early Years.
- Reception (4 years): Short Programme EUR 6,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 7,000 / year (08:00–17:00).
- Primary (Years 1–6): Short Programme EUR 9,000 / year (08:00–15:00); Long Programme EUR 10,000 / year (08:00–17:00).

Per-payment installment examples (simple divisions based on available billing options — inferred)
- Quarterly (three installments): divide the annual fee by 3. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 1,833.33 per installment; Early Years Long EUR 6,500 → EUR 2,166.67; Reception Short EUR 6,000 → EUR 2,000; Reception Long EUR 7,000 → EUR 2,333.33; Primary Short EUR 9,000 → EUR 3,000; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 3,333.33. These are straightforward arithmetic divisions of the annual fee and illustrate the per-installment level when choosing quarterly billing.
- Bi-annual (two installments): divide the annual fee by 2. Example amounts: Early Years Short EUR 5,500 → EUR 2,750; Primary Long EUR 10,000 → EUR 5,000 (illustrative).
- Annual: full tuition paid in one payment equals the annual amounts shown above.

Meals
- Short Programme meal plan: EUR 900 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch).
- Long Programme meal plan: EUR 1,000 / year + TVA (includes breakfast, one mid-morning snack, lunch and one afternoon snack). Meals are prepared on-site by the school chef; purchasing school lunch is optional.

Additional costs and fees
- Extra-curricular / after-school clubs: EUR 50–150 (varies by club/activity).
- Field trip fees: EUR 50–150 (varies by destination).
- Uniform fees: Not included in the tuition or educational resources fees; specific uniform costs are handled separately by the school office.

Billing schedule, discounts and payment terms
- Quarterly tuition: 0% discount per year. Quarterly payments must be paid by 1 September, 1 December and 1 March (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle).
- Bi-annual tuition: 1% discount per year. Bi-annual payments must be paid by 1 September and 1 February (dates shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle).
- Annual tuition: 3% discount per year. Annual payment must be paid by 1 September (date shown for the 2026–2027 billing cycle).
- Sibling discounts: Second child 3% discount per year; Third child 5% discount per year (with a cap that sibling discount for the third child cannot exceed 8% in cases of advance payment).
- Ukrainian support: Ukrainian citizens are eligible for an additional 10% discount on month-to-month fees.
- To secure a place, payment of registration fee, reservation fee and materials fee is required by April 1; if not paid by that deadline the child will be added to the waiting list. Reservation and materials fees will not be deducted from tuition.

Refund information
- Registration fee: explicitly stated as non-refundable.
- Reservation fee and materials fee: stated as non-deductible and not offset against tuition; these fees are not deducted from the tuition charge.

Fee payment options
- Accepted methods: cash or bank transfer.
Academics

Maria International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
Early Years follows the English National Curriculum and is based on seven areas of learning: Personal, Social, and Emotional Development; Physical Development; Communication and Language; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; Expressive Arts and Design. Primary follows the British National Curriculum, with core subjects including English, maths, and Romanian; phonics, reading and writing are also taught. In KS2, German language classes are offered.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
MISB embeds PSHE and Citizenship in EYFS, KS1 and KS2 and delivers it through assemblies, PE, homeroom and house activities, with digital citizenship and E-Safety taught as part of ICT. The Values are Resilience, Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Responsibility. The programme aims to give students a broad, balanced set of PSHE and Citizenship experiences to help them grow into healthy and safe individuals, developing critical thinking and collaboration. Relationships education is taught as part of PSHE, including topics such as drugs and alcohol, equality and health, and British and Romanian values. The PSHE programme is reviewed annually with staff and the Senior Leadership Team to stay current, and sensitive issues are reported to the Headteacher and the designated safeguarding lead when needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
MISB provides educational provisions to all and recognises a wide range of abilities, aptitudes, interests and backgrounds. As MISB offers a British-style education, policies and practices for managing students with educational needs broadly follow the National Curriculum for England and the UK's SEN Code of Practice as far as is appropriate. The aims include offering a broad, balanced and relevant education accessible to all, ensuring teaching materials meet individual needs, building confidence and self-esteem, and enabling students to meet personalised high expectations and transitions. Identification and provision are coordinated through the SEN register and the use of IEPs, with collaboration among teachers, the student's homeroom teacher, learning support staff, parents and professionals such as the school psychologist. Provision is inclusive and coordinated; additional staff may support students in small groups or individually, and identification of SEN can occur at enrolment or during the academic year through ongoing monitoring and collaboration with parents and external professionals.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
A student is not regarded as having a learning difficulty solely because the language of the home is different from the language in which they are taught. MISB is committed to meeting the needs of children for whom English is an Additional Language, addressed within the EAL Policy. The identification and assessment of the needs of children whose first language is not English requires careful consideration, and teachers look across a range of subjects to determine whether difficulties arise from language proficiency or from a broader special educational need. When there is uncertainty, progress is assessed across multiple subjects to distinguish language-related challenges from potential SEN.

Mental Wellbeing
MISB fosters a caring environment where adults and children are valued, and aims to inspire resilience, respect, compassion and integrity. PSHE and Citizenship embeds well-being across the curriculum, with opportunities to reflect, discuss and support areas with students. Relationships taught as part of PSHE help students develop social and emotional skills, confidence and collaboration. The safeguarding framework and staff training reinforce students' mental wellbeing and safety, and sensitive issues are reported to the Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead as needed. A School Counselor is on staff to support students' emotional and cognitive development.

Safeguarding
MISB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, providing a safe environment where children, staff and visitors feel welcomed, respected and valued. The school has a designated safeguarding lead, a deputy designated safeguarding lead, and a safeguarding governor, with the Headteacher also involved in safeguarding oversight. All MISB staff share responsibility to identify concerns and to report them promptly, following early help and referral processes and maintaining clear, dated, confidential records. The safeguarding policy includes procedures for notifying parents and appropriate authorities, confidentiality, and guidance on reporting concerns to safeguarding agencies, as well as a Code of Ethical Practice and a Whistleblowing process. The policy references related policies such as Equal Opportunities, Positive Behaviour, Anti-Bullying and Complaints, and is designed to be read with MISB Handbooks and Staff Codes of Conduct. The school provides safeguarding contacts and trained personnel to respond to concerns and incidents.
Parent Experience

History
MISB is a British international school located in the heart of downtown Bucharest. The preschool and primary levels are authorized by the Ministry of National Education on the basis of Order no. 4474 / 09.08.2013. In 2022, a visit by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) led to MISB being recognised as a COBIS Patron's Accredited Member School. MISB is a diverse, multicultural community that values respect for different cultures and perspectives. The curriculum is rich and child-centered, designed to inspire curiosity and to support students' social, emotional, and cultural development from Early Years through Key Stages 1 and 2.

Community
MISB is a diverse, multicultural community that values respect for different cultures and perspectives and fosters strong partnerships among students, staff, and parents. School life features events such as a Science Fair and World Book Day, and Year 3 visits to the Public Library illustrate active learning. MISB is located in downtown Bucharest at Amzei Square.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located at Strada Pia13 Amzei Nr.6, Sector 1, Bucharest, in a beautifully preserved villa on Amzei Square. MISB is a British international school located in the heart of downtown Bucharest. The classrooms are large and bright, and MISB provides Chromebook laptops for IT classes. There are two library areas (KS1 and KS2) with books available to check out. The Summer Camp offers meals served in the cafeteria by an in-house chef, and includes swimming in an outdoor pool.

Sports Facilities
Physical Education is taught by two trained PE teachers; students have PE lessons twice a week. Most PE lessons are outdoors, with indoor sessions in bad weather or when temperatures are very cold. During Summer Camp, campers swim in an outdoor pool.

Academic Facilities
MISB provides a suite of Chromebook laptops for IT class and for projects across subjects. There are large and bright classrooms to support learning. There are two library areas (KS1 and KS2) with books available for checkout. The Primary Learning follows the British National Curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Clubs are available to all students for an additional fee. Clubs include Aikido, Piano, Chess, Ballet, Singing, Robotics, Arts & Crafts, Painting, Spanish, and others. Short-programme students may participate in after-school clubs. Clubs are designed to combine creative and physical activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
MISB is a British international school in the heart of downtown Bucharest. Robotics and Chess are among the after-school clubs that foster science and critical thinking. Other clubs include Arts & Crafts, Painting, Piano, Ballet, Singing and Spanish. A Science Fair is hosted to promote inquiry-based learning.

Arts & Creative
MISB offers after-school clubs in Piano, Ballet, Singing, Arts & Crafts and Painting. These clubs provide outlets for music, dance and visual arts beyond the classroom. Participation is common, with many students attending more than one club.

Cultural & Language
Spanish is offered as an after-school club. Romanian language classes are available at all levels and German for KS2. English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB.

Social & Hobbies
After School Clubs are available to all students for an additional fee. Clubs include Aikido, Piano, Chess, Ballet, Singing, Robotics, Arts & Crafts, Painting and Spanish. Clubs are an important part of academic and social life, helping students grow their organizational and discipline skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
After School Clubs include physical activities such as Aikido and Ballet. Clubs also offer Arts & Crafts and Painting, providing a balanced mix of creative and physical engagement. Participation helps students socialize with peers and develop discipline outside class time.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB. Romanian language classes are offered for all levels, and German language classes are offered for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and students are encouraged to speak English, with English required from Reception onwards.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction. Romanian is taught for all levels, and German is taught for KS2. In Early Years, teaching assistants speak Romanian to support young learners, and all students are encouraged to speak English from Reception onwards.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enrollment requires submitting the application form and the following documents: a copy of the child's birth certificate; a copy of the parent's valid identification document; a copy of the most recent evaluation report from the child's previous school or kindergarten; a medical report; a vaccination record; Aviz de intrare în colectivitate (medical clearance for participation in group activities); and a recommendation letter from the child's previous school or kindergarten. 2. MISB has an induction procedure to help children adjust to school at their own pace. It is a gradual process that increases the time the child spends in school from one day to the next; families should maintain a consistent schedule and ensure on-time arrival to set a routine; child/parent communication is very important to support the transition. 3. English is the primary language used for teaching at MISB. Romanian language classes are offered for all levels and German is taught for KS2. For MiniPreschool and Preschool, teaching assistants speak Romanian, but it is used only for special circumstances; students are encouraged to speak English from Reception onwards. 4. To secure a place, pay the registration fee, reservation fee, and materials fee by April 1. If payments are not made by this deadline, you will be added to the waiting list. Reservation and materials fees are not deducted from tuition. Tuition and related fees vary by programme and include quarterly, bi-annual, and annual payment options; a sibling discount applies for the second and third child, and Ukraine-related discounts may apply.

Waitlist
If payments are not made by the April 1 deadline for registration, reservation, and materials fees, applicants are added to the waiting list.
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