Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
154 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
26 |
Most common nationality |
United States |
Ratio of local students to international students |
21:154 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Native English Speakers |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
The school offers Intensive English classes for students who are not fluent in English. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
QSI Sarajevo offers elementary and middle school students three foreign languages: Bosnian, French, and German.
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Max. number of students per class |
Maximum number of students is 20. |
Average number of students per class |
The average student number in each classroom is 11. |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
QSI has assistant educators in the elementary school program (ages 5 - 11), as well as in the preschool program (ages 3- and 4-year-olds) |
Use of technology in the classroom |
All our classrooms are fitted with overhead projectors and a computer. Our computer labs are fitted with computers for an entire class. The school has 50 iPads for student/teacher use.. |
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 school is able to function 100% online. Teachers and students are able to connect through a variety of teaching and video platforms (WebEx, Teams, Seesaw, Epic!, Raz-Kids etc.). |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
External examinations or assessments available |
PSAT testing, NWEA MAP standardized testing, and AP Exams. |
Results in these examinations |
Average |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, |
Approximate hours of homework given |
We consider homework to be part of the overall learning process. Homework assignments must be purposeful and pertinent to concepts learned in class. Homework promotes individual responsibility, independent practice, good work habits, and parent involvement.
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Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% of students go to university after graduating from QSI Sarajevo. |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The school can generally support students whose learning support needs are easy. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, we have an onsite school counselor. |
Entry evaluation for students |
QSI Sarajevo likes to meet with all prospective families before admission (when possible). We interview and MAP test incoming students (ages 6+). We require previous school records for all students (ages 6+). |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
MAP Testing (Measure of Academic Progress) is administered to all children aged 6+. It is a computerized adaptive test for both reading and mathematics. Each test given is unique and adjusts to find the level of the student. There is no need for students to prepare for the exam in advance. |
Waiting list |
No. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
QSI Sarajevo accepts applications all year-round. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
School start time |
Start: 7:50 |
School finish time |
End: 3:30 |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, we have supervision from 7:35 am |
School bus service available |
Yes. |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No, |
Uniform required |
No. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Elementary students' activities are held during school hours:
The school offers three seasons of sports, soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, and volleyball in the spring. Training and competitions take place on Saturday mornings. Afterschool Athletics & Activities are offered to Middle School through Secondary IV students, Monday – Friday from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
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Sports activities included |
The school offers three seasons of sports, soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, and volleyball and track field in the spring. The school also offers a skiing week during the winter season. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
QSIS is a member of the Central & Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA) and QSI Regional Balkans – Caucasus Athletics/Activities Program. These programs bring schools together to participate in various sports and activities. |
Facilities at the school |
A school cafeteria, two computer labs, a maker space, two science labs, an auditorium, a small garden, a library, and a recording studio. |
Sports facilities at the school |
Gym, fitness room, large indoor playground, 2 outdoor playgrounds. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
With students from over 25 different nationalities, the Preschool through Secondary School programs at QSI International School of Sarajevo focus on the development of 21st Century Learning skills such as critical thinking and problem solving; leadership and collaboration; cultural awareness and digital literacy. |