British
Ages 3 to 18

International British School of Bucharest

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CityBucharest
CurriculumBritish
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE and A-Levels
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 16 students / class
Maximum 23 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: 60,234 lei
to: 104,538 lei
Address: 21-25 Agricultori St. District 2, Bucharest, Romania
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Nationalities

Number of students

450

Number of nationalities represented in the school

30

Most common nationality

Romanian

Ratio of local students to international students

70% local : 30% international

Languages

Native English speaking teachers

IBSB employs experienced, qualified teachers able to teach to the highest standards. In the Primary School all class teachers are native English speakers, assisted by a Romanian teaching assistant. In the Secondary School, approximately 50% of staff are native English speakers; however, IBSB also employs other nationalities if they have the qualifications and experience to teach to the high standards expected at IBSB.

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes, Our School offers and EAL(English as an Additional Language) Programme to students that have little or no English.

Additional language classes offered by the school

German, Spanish, French, Romanian

Classroom

Max. number of students per class

In the Primary School there is a maximum of 22 pupils per class, In secondary, the maximum number is 23.

Average number of students per class

16

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

We have Interactive Boards , Whiteboards & Projectors. Our Students submit their specific subject work through their Google Classroom Accounts.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Our Schools offers Online Classes through the Google Classroom Platform when the school is online.

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

Yes, during PSHE Lessons

Academics

External examinations or assessments available

In Primary School the students take the Cambridge Pupil Progress Tests at the end of each Key Stage. In Secondary the students take Checkpoint Exams in Year 9, IGCSE exams in Years 10 & 11, and GCE A Level exams in Years 12 & 13. Students able to take exams early with an A/A* passing grade are permitted to do so.

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

This depends on the age of the pupil. As a general rule, in EYFS no homework will be set, but pupils are expected to take reading books home to share with their parents. Students will be given more homework as they move up each class.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes

Learning support offered

We offer Special Support to Students with SEND with our Student Counselor through our strong Intervention Program and Support from Tutors.

Student access to education psychologist

Yes for both Primary and Secondary School

Admissions

Entry evaluation for students

During our Admissions Process students joining our school will have to take an Admissions assessment/test.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

For Key Stage 1 applicants, this will be in the form of a short interview.
For Key Stage 2 applicants, this will compromise written English and Mathematics assessment and an interview.
For Key Stage 3-5 the assessment will include a written English, Mathematics, and Science Test, in addition to a short interview.

Waiting list

Yes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

Our Schools Accepts students all year round depending on availability,

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes, you can enrol your child at IBSB at any time during the school year, providing there is a place available.

School day

School start time

Early Years and Primary: 8:30
Secondary: 8:30

School finish time

Early Years and Primary: 15:00
Secondary: 15:50

Supervised care before/after school

Yes

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Club activities range from academic pursuits, such as debating and Kangaroo mathematics, to art and craft activates, sporting activities, and social clubs such as the Young Explorers Club and the Tea and Chocolate Club. The aim of the club programme is to provide students with the opportunity to experience a wide range of new activities in the hope that they might find an activity that will become a lifelong passion.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities

Facilities at the school

Library, Science Labs, Art Room, Drama Room, Lunch Room , PE Hall/ Multi Purpose Room, Music Room, 6th Form Common Room

Sports facilities at the school

Outdoor pitches and Sports Halls

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

International British School of Bucharest is a small, friendly and happy school with a strong sense of community. Respect, tolerance, creativity, and independent learning are a priority at IBSB as IBSB understands that a good education is not only about exam results, but also the emotional and social development of our children.

Teaching approach of the school

IBSB's mission is working together to create an exceptional learning experience which motivates and inspires its student to strive for academic excellence, educating responsible, globally minded citizens ready to face the challenges of tomorrow.

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