Compare British Curriculum International Schools in Azerbaijan

Baku, Azerbaijan. The school operates across eight campuses including Narimanov, Bayil, Ag Sheher, City Garden, West Town, Sea Breeze, Ganjlik, and Khatai.

Pre-school (ages 4-6), Primary School, Secondary School, Preparatory School (Grades 9-11), and Evening School.

Private co-educational day school.

Predominantly Azerbaijani students with an international mix across multiple language streams (English, Azerbaijani, Russian).

The school provides tailored support through its phased educational approach, designed to uncover each student's individual talents.

Azerbaijan. Licensed by the Ministry of Economy of Azerbaijan.

Non-denominational.

Full-day programme available. Two meals (lunch and a snack) are included in the tuition fee. Short-day and full-day options available for pre-school.

Information not publicly available. Contact the school for transport arrangements.

LANDAU School is a day school and does not offer boarding.

Uniform payments are managed through the school's payment system, suggesting a uniform is required.

Two meals (lunch and a snack) are included in the tuition fee. Separate catering fees may apply for additional services.

No information available on a house system.

Privately owned. The leadership team includes Rashad Taghiyev (CEO), Ali Orujov (CFO), Emil Leznik (Chief Academic Officer), and Kamal Aliyev (Chief Commercial Officer).

LANDAU School follows the British curriculum, delivering Cambridge IGCSE and A Level programmes alongside Pearson Edexcel qualifications. The school has a strong mathematics and science orientation while also offering robust humanities programmes. An International Foundation Year programme is available through an NCUK partnership.

Not publicly available.

Students achieve an average IELTS score of 7.5. The school boasts a 100% university acceptance rate, with 94% of students attending foreign universities. Over 800 academic medals have been won in a single year.

100% of graduates are accepted into universities, with 94% attending international institutions. The school partners with NCUK to provide foundation year pathways to leading universities worldwide.

The school runs a dedicated Olympiad Preparation Centre where students train for national and international academic competitions. Over 800 medals have been won in competitions.

The school's educational approach emphasises self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and developing the whole student through its graduate competency framework.

Not specifically detailed on the website. Contact the school for information about SEN provisions.

Multiple language streams are available, allowing students to study in English, Azerbaijani, or Russian depending on their needs.

The school promotes student wellbeing through its core values of integrity, ambition, perseverance, responsibility, and respect.

High-level security is maintained across all campuses.

Applications can be submitted online through the school website. The school operates an admissions exam process. Multiple campuses are available across Baku.

Two scholarship programmes are available: the POLAD programme and the NATAVAN programme. Details can be obtained from the admissions team.

Not specifically mentioned. Contact the admissions office for availability.

Located in Baku, Azerbaijan. Address: 67 Mikayil Aliyev Street, AZ1096, Baku, Azerbaijan. The campus is accessible from central areas of Baku via major roads and offers a private bus service that covers all areas of the city (Safe Shuttle MMC) with GPS tracking, seat belts, and an adult supervisor for Preschool and Primary routes.

Preschool (EYFS); Primary School (Year 1–6, ages 5–11); Secondary School (KS3: Years 7–8; KS4 & KS5: Years 10–13, including IGCSE and A-Level).

International, British-style through-school.

Inclusive Learning provides differentiation in lessons; English as an Additional Language support; pastoral care; an Inclusion Plan when required, coordinated by a Director of Inclusion, with involvement from external agencies if needed.

British/UK-aligned; follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales alongside Azerbaijani language and culture.

The school day runs 08:00–16:00, with Registration 08:00–08:15, eight lesson periods, a lunch break (13:00–13:45), and after-school clubs starting at 15:15.

The school bus service is run by Safe Shuttle MMC, covering all areas of Baku. Buses have seat belts, surveillance and GPS tracking; Preschool and Primary routes have an adult supervisor. Contact Mr. Emin for details (email and phone provided on site).

The school has a formal uniform. All students wear the official school uniform daily; on PE days the PE uniform is worn; during colder months long-sleeved T-shirts and jackets with the school logo are worn. A-Level students are not required to wear a uniform but must dress in professional business attire. Uniforms are supplied through Ela Uniform (contact +994557496998) and orders should be placed at least three months in advance.

The school provides healthy school meals and snacks through its catering service. The Menu lists breakfast, lunch and supper options; more than 1,000,000 meals are served each year and the catering team comprises over six staff members. Nutritional and allergen information is available, and the school can accommodate special diets with a prescription written in English by a physician.

ABC is governed by the ABC Board of Governance, with a Principal and Vice-Principals (Head of Secondary and Head of Primary) and a General Manager leading the leadership team. The school is modelled on the British curriculum and was established by the Azerbaijan International Education Center Public Union (AIEC) with financial support from SOCAR. ABC holds COBIS and CIS accreditation.

The curriculum is a synthesis of the UK National Curriculum and the Azerbaijan National Curriculum. Cambridge Core Curriculum is used for core subjects (English, Mathematics, Sciences) in Key Stage 2, with a Cambridge Foundation Programme that includes Azerbaijani language; Global Student Development enriches learning to prepare students for local and global contexts. The Cambridge Core framework also supports Checkpoint preparation in Year 6, and the curriculum is delivered alongside a broader range of subjects and learning activities across the Primary School.

Class sizes are capped at 20 students per class (EYSF and Primary School). Each class is led by one teacher and two teaching assistants, ensuring small-group support.

ABC is accredited by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan and approved to deliver Edexcel and Cambridge international examinations. Students have continued to achieve excellent results in Cambridge/Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations, enabling university placements worldwide.

ABC provides a University & Careers Coordinator who works with each student through Year 11 and beyond to support university applications. Destinations for recent cohorts include UCLA, Berkeley, Toronto, London, Brunel and Exeter; about 30% of students gained places at Russell Group universities, 40% at Ivy League institutions, and 30% at top-100 world universities.

Gifted and Talented students are identified and extended; staff provide additional challenges and targeted work so these learners can progress at their own pace.

ABC has a holistic pastoral care program focused on the academic, social, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing of every student. Form Tutors in Secondary and Class Teachers in Primary and Preschool provide daily contact and act as the main link between school and home. A team of specialists provides additional support within the pastoral framework. PSHCE addresses personal, social, health, community and emotional education, coordinated by the PSHCE Coordinator in Primary and by Heads of Key Stages in Secondary. Student voice is supported through class representatives and dedicated Student Voice Coordinators in the Primary and Secondary stages.

Inclusive Learning ensures universal learning with differentiation in the classroom. For students needing additional help, targeted support and inclusive education plans are provided, led by a Director of Inclusion and SEN coordinators, with reviews involving parents. English as an Additional Language is identified and supported with in-class materials tailored to the learner, in-class support from staff, or English intervention sessions, and decisions require parental consent and rationale. Up to 15% of the community are identified as having learning difficulties, and inclusive practices aim to remove barriers to learning. Access provisions, such as lifts, support practical participation, and where needed external agencies may be involved to support a learner.

Information is mainly delivered in English. Additional support for EAL students is provided to enable access and improve English language skills, including in-class adaptations, in-class support, or targeted English intervention sessions. No decision on these supports is made without full parental consent and rationale.

Pastoral care includes a focus on emotional wellbeing, with daily or tutorial-time discussions to support students' moods and progress. The pastoral team and the School Counsellor are available to help students, and there are pathways to access a school psychologist and other support networks as needed.

There are designated safeguarding leads for Preschool, Primary and Secondary: Gunel Mammadli (Preschool), Gunay Huseynli (Primary), and Nargiz Mammadova (Secondary). They respond to safeguarding concerns, raise awareness of conduct, maintain confidential records and liaise with external agencies as required. Staff are trained in safeguarding policies, and a culture of open communication ensures students feel safe, heard and valued; safeguarding procedures are coordinated with SENCo and counselors to support vulnerable students.

The school accepts applications throughout the year, with the first intake after March 31. A decision on an application is not issued until all required documents have been received. The Admissions Committee aims to return a decision within 5 working days after review. Required materials include an exam fee (non-refundable); a completed Learner Application Form; the last full year transcript/school report in English or Azerbaijani or translated into English; a photocopy of the applicant's official identification document; a Medical Form; and a letter of reference. Interviews are conducted by Heads of Key Stages and decisions are made by the Heads of School based on data collected by the registrar, exams officer and interviewers, with the Admissions Committee potentially meeting for specific issues. Criteria for admission include motivation and evidence of academic progress, fluency in English or potential to develop it, good conduct, and parental commitment to ABC's vision, mission and philosophy; previous experience with the British National Curriculum can be advantageous but is not a prerequisite, though it can be critical for Year 9 and above. If a learner broadly meets the criteria but requires additional support, admission may be offered contingent on engagement in a program of extra support. Closing date for applications is 31 March; after that, available spaces are filled; learners who have passed the preceding year at ABC are automatically entitled to continue. Parents are informed of the outcome within 5 working days; if admission is not offered, there is a formal appeal process. In oversubscription situations, priority is given to current learners, followed by academic performance, siblings in the school, one or both parents working for SOCAR, other family connections in the school, and learners with social and/or medical reasons for attending. Year group placement is by age on 1 September (with possible extension to 15 September to comply with Azerbaijani regulations). EYFS and other year-specific requirements apply (e.g., nursery age and Year 1 readiness). ABC has an inclusion centre; parents must submit reports for learners with specific needs, and significant needs not supported by the school may preclude admission. After testing and interviews, acceptance is confirmed within 5 working days; if space is not available, learners are placed on a waiting list with criteria including the admission criteria, siblings in or applying to the school, gender/language balance, prior British National Curriculum/English-medium experience, and anticipated length of stay. Deferrals are possible for up to three months with notice; otherwise the applicant may re-take the entrance test. Registration requires a signed contract and a registration deposit; re-registration occurs in March with deadlines in June. Fees are described in the annual Fee Schedule. Open Days and Entrance Tests are held during the year; candidates must pass entrance tests (Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning as well as age/subject-specific tests) with results communicated within about 10 days after the closing date. Admission to Year 12 and 13 requires a minimum of 5 IGCSEs (including Mathematics, Sciences and English) at A-C with A / A or B in the subjects chosen at A-Level or related subjects; learners from ABC have automatic entry to Year 12, while external applicants must meet the same Year 11 criteria and a place must be available. The procedure assigns responsibilities to the Registrar and Registrar Assistant, the Exams Officer, Heads of Key Stages, Heads of School, and the Principal as final decision-maker.

Waiting lists exist. If an applicant is accepted but there is no space in the appropriate class, the learner is placed on a waiting list and the parents are informed. When a place becomes available, it is offered to a learner on the waiting list. Criteria used to decide which learner on the waiting list is offered a place include the admission criteria, whether a sibling is already in or applying to the school, the existing gender/language balance of the class, background/experience in a British National Curriculum/English-medium education, and the family's planned length of stay.

13 Koroglu Rahimov Street, Baku 1072, Azerbaijan; located on the Odlar Yurdu University campus.

Primary and Secondary.

The school follows the British Curriculum and Azerbaijani national education plan.

The school is committed to inclusive education.

The school follows a British curriculum and the Azerbaijani national education plan.

Primary day: six lessons per day (up to 30 per week) with three breaks for Reception and Year 1 and two breaks for Years 3–6; Registration is 8:25–8:40; morning break, lunch break (40 minutes), and afternoon sessions are scheduled. Secondary day: eight lessons per day (40 minutes each, 40 lessons per week) with two breaks and a 50-minute lunch; Registration 8:30–8:40; periods run through 15:10 with a lunch from 13:00–13:40.

Key Stage 3 uses the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme for learners aged 11-14, with Maths, English and Science as core focuses. Subjects include English Language, Maths, Science, Art, Computer Science, MFL, Geography, History, Physical Education, Azeri and PSHE, taught by specialist teachers. Cambridge Checkpoint tests are available in English, Maths and Science to track progress toward IGCSE. Key Stage 4 is Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE) for 14-16 year olds, a globally recognised qualification, with English Language, Maths and Physical Education as compulsory, and five additional subjects drawn from groups such as sciences, modern languages, and humanities. In Years 12-13, students can study Cambridge AS & A‑Levels, Pre-U or the International Foundation Year (NCUK). This suite of programmes prepares students for universities worldwide.

BSB publishes IGCSE results; 2023 IGCSE results were announced as outstanding. A student, Mukhammed Mamedov, was awarded the Pearson Outstanding Learner Award for achieving the highest results in IGCSE Russian Language in Azerbaijan and Asia. Maths Checkpoint results exceeded the international average in 2023.

British School in Baku graduates continue their education at top colleges and universities in the United Kingdom, United States, Europe and Azerbaijan. Destinations include institutions such as the University of Oxford, MIT, University of British Columbia and Khazar University, among others.

The school embraces positive discipline and uses mindfulness. The Deputy Principal is responsible for the pastoral care system, and the school develops a caring community that models international understanding and respects diversity. The mission emphasises collaboration with parents to involve them in their children's education.

The school provides English and Russian departments; additional foreign language options include English, French, Russian and German.

Pastoral care is led by the Deputy Principal. The school fosters a caring community and uses mindfulness to support wellbeing and behaviour.

The school has a Child Protection (Safeguarding) policy. It complies with UK safeguarding guidance; safe recruitment procedures are in place; staff receive Child Protection training on appointment and updated every three years, and designated Child Protection Officers receive training every two years. The policy is reviewed annually and applies to all staff, governors and volunteers.

1. Applications are accepted at any time. There are set testing times that follow a pattern throughout the year. The first application period is at the end of February, with testing then in June and, if places remain, in August. These testing windows determine when pupils are assessed for admission.
2. When applying, complete and return to the school office the following documents: the Application Form and the Health Form; photos; evidence of the date of birth (passport copy or birth certificate); school reports from previous schools (translated into English if necessary); and the application fee. These documents should accompany the application. If you have already decided to apply and know which stream, please complete the details as above.
3. The Application Form and Health Form are available to download. The documents should be submitted to the school office. If you have already decided which stream to apply for, complete the details accordingly. For assistance, contact the school by email at [email protected] or by phone at (99412) 465-80-86, (99412) 447-40-81, or 10 325 00 12.

The school is located in Dreamland, Khazar region, Baku, Azerbaijan. It sits on a 67,000 square meter campus and is close to Heydar Aliyev International Airport. It is part of the Dreamland exclusive golf and residences complex.

Kindergarten to Grade 12

The school is a non-selective, co-educational, independent, English-medium day school. It serves both local and international communities.

Special Academic Support is offered at an extra cost, including Summer School, Special Lessons, and Full-Special Classes.

Azerbaijan; licensed by the Ministry of Education of Azerbaijan

School hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

School bus services are provided by a fleet of Mercedes Sprinter minibusses. Buses are GPS-tracked and have supervisors and qualified drivers.

The SABIS Curriculum is designed by SABIS to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop a solid academic foundation. It is English-medium and delivered through clearly structured courses. Lessons use the SABIS Point System, with regular exams that teachers do not see in advance. A SABIS AMS tracking system monitors each student's progress to identify gaps and guide targeted instruction. The curriculum emphasizes a well-balanced body of knowledge and includes extended material for more able students.

Graduates gain entry to highly competitive universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, and Stanford. The SABIS Educational System notes that graduates commonly go on to reputable universities and pursue advanced degree programs.

The academic program includes extended material for more able students.

The SABIS® SUN International School uses the SABIS® Student Life Organization (SLO) to develop life skills that empower students to make a difference. SLO functions as a student-led mini-society; prefets are selected to manage SLO, and all students are encouraged to join and participate in academic and non-academic activities. Student Life Coordinators allocate real-life tasks and advise and support students in their efforts. The SLO contributes to educating SABIS Network students who are academically strong, morally sound, mentally sharp, and socially aware.

Admission to SABIS SUN is based on a student's willingness to put in effort to reach full potential, with placement determined by academic attainment and age as a limiting factor. Students entering Grade 2 and above must take diagnostic tests to determine correct placement. Students found to be behind academically are offered options at an extra cost, including Summer School (a six-week program in June–August), Special Lessons (extra periods in weak subjects), and Full-Special Classes (accelerated programs designed to prepare students to join regular classes).

SABIS SUN's goals include a well-rounded education based on a mastery of English and mathematics, and the system helps students acquire a firm command of a second language. English language proficiency is a core component of the SABIS Curriculum, supporting international academic preparation. The program emphasizes developing English language skills alongside other subjects to enable global competitiveness.

School Tour: Families are encouraged to visit SABIS SUN International School – Baku for a campus tour and to speak with admissions staff. Application and Required Documents: A completed application form is required (forms available from the school office, via email, or downloadable as a PDF). A completed medical form is required (available from the office or as a downloadable PDF). Original school reports from the previous two years (the school will keep a photocopy). Birth certificate. A copy of the child's passport and guardian's passport showing valid residence visas. Four recent passport-sized photographs with the student's name on the back. Admissions Policy: SABIS SUN International School maintains a non-selective admissions policy; acceptance is based on academic attainment, not age. There are no academic requirements for admission to Kindergarten (3-5 years). Prospective Kindergarten students are interviewed and must be toilet-trained and able to follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take diagnostic tests in English and mathematics to determine minimum standard; the school then makes final placement decisions. Various options may be available to help bring a student to the required level, including attending summer school or taking extra classes. Special academic support is taken very seriously by the school. Address and Hours: The school is located at Zigh Highway, 22km towards H. Aliyev International Airport, Dreamland, Baku, Azerbaijan. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. General inquiries can be made via the admissions/marketing contacts provided on the site.

AZ 1022, Baku, Azerbaijan, 151 Samad Vurgun Street. In the heart of Baku's Ganjlik district.

Preschool (ages 2-6) using the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum (EYFS) for Pre-Nursery to Reception; Transition Class (ages 5-6) uses Cambridge Stage 1; Primary School (ages 6-11) uses the Cambridge Primary curriculum; Secondary School (ages 11-18) offers Azerbaijani and Russian Streams and an International Stream with Cambridge Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary and Advanced curricula.

International Cambridge-curriculum school offering Preschool, Primary and Secondary education; streams include Azerbaijani/Russian and International.

Diverse international student body with host-country (Azerbaijani) and expatriate learners; MTK provides English-language teaching and support for learners at different English proficiency levels.

Learning Support program with ESL & LS coordinators and a team of ESL & LS teachers; differentiated tasks, dual-language resources, and targeted interventions to support learners from Transition to Grade 8.

The school uses Beat Catering for cafeteria services. Menus are prepared monthly; meals are cooked daily with fresh ingredients. In the preschool, students receive 3 main meals and 2 snacks per day, while in the school section they receive 2 main meals and 1-2 snacks daily. Meals follow healthy nutrition principles and hygiene and safety standards are strictly monitored; a diverse and optional menu selections are offered. The composition and nutritional values of the meals are regularly reviewed by a medical professional.

MTK International School is a private educational institution with a high degree of individual autonomy; care and education are regulated by the Law On Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and all relevant regulations and charters. The Director of the complex, in partnership with the (academic) Senior Leadership Team, oversees the educational process and daily activities, and all are appointed by the school trustees. A pedagogical council operates within MTK which is run according to the Charter of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

MTK High School provides education for students aged 14-18 years. The Cambridge Upper Secondary and Cambridge Advanced curricula are taught as core programmes of study, designed for international settings and harmonised with host-country National Curriculum requirements. Most lessons are taught in English, with some Azerbaijani instruction to meet the needs of host-country and expatriate students. The curriculum blends Cambridge with compulsory local subjects, including Azerbaijani Language, Azerbaijani History, Azerbaijani Geography and Azerbaijani Literature, as well as National Curriculum Mathematics, with Azerbaijani and global themes reflected in teaching. All host-country students who complete Secondary School receive the Attestat; Grade 10 leads to Cambridge IGCSE and Grades 11-12 lead to AS and A-Level examinations, recognised locally and internationally. MTK graduates achieve full academic proficiency in English and fluency in native languages, enabling a wide range of educational and career options.

Cambridge IGCSE in Grade 10 and Cambridge AS/A-Level in Grades 11-12 provide internationally recognised qualifications for university entrance. Azerbaijani State Examinations are completed by host-country students where required, alongside Cambridge qualifications, for local university entry. These qualifications enable entry to top universities in Azerbaijan and abroad. MTK graduates are proficient in English and fluent in native languages, widening options for higher education and careers.

MTK offers Leadership Programmes in the High School, including Model United Nations clubs and conferences, to nurture leadership skills and provide experiences beyond the core curriculum.

Preschool includes rich social-emotional learning. Small groups and caring teachers build confidence and a love of learning. Primary focuses on building strong foundations and nurturing critical thinking, responsibility and teamwork through engaging lessons and projects, with close family communication. Middle School offers an inquiry-driven curriculum across English, mathematics, sciences, humanities and ICT, with opportunities to develop study habits, independence and digital literacy through clubs, competitions and community projects. Vision and Mission emphasize social and emotional well-being in a safe environment, with students feeling valued, connected and supported by peers, teachers, families and the wider community.

The school provides English instruction accessible to students with varying levels of English proficiency. The school also has an English as a Second Language (ESL) and Learning Support (LS) program, including an ESL & LS Coordinator and a team of ESL & LS teachers to provide support and interventions to students (Transition to Grade 8) to raise achievement.

The MTK program includes the RULER social-emotional learning approach to support students' emotional wellbeing. MTK aims to foster social and emotional well-being as part of its mission and provides a safe environment for learning.

The school provides a safe environment and emphasizes student well-being within its mission.

1. Submission of online application form. Submitting an online application starts the MTK admissions process. After submission, information about the pre-entry assessment is provided. To participate in the pre-entry assessment, registration must be completed via the link provided on the MTK site. The family may receive further details by MTK after registration. 2. Participation in pre-entry assessment process. Admission to Preschool and Transitional groups is based on the results of an interview with academic staff and a psychologist, and a trial day may be offered if necessary. Admission to Grade 1 is based on the results of an interview with academic staff and a psychologist. Admission to Grades 2–10 is determined by examination results; where necessary, an interview with the psychologist and an assessment for SEND may be conducted, and a trial day may be arranged. 3. Registration and documentation. If a place is offered, submit copies of parents' IDs, a copy of the student's ID, 4 photos (3x4), Medical Card, and Certificate of residence. Information on the offer (unconditional/conditional/reject) will be provided within 3 workdays via phone and email. Following the official offer, sign the contract and provide the required documents for enrolment. Admissions for the 2024-2025 academic year start in February 2024 and end when all spots are filled. Waiting list may be offered if no places are available; MTK makes every effort to provide an accurate estimate of the likely waiting time. Conditional offers may be issued in certain circumstances to support progress with follow-up reassessment.

Waiting list. If no places are available in the targeted group/class, a place on the waiting list may be offered. While this may be conditional upon who leaves the school (plans of current students may change), MTK makes every effort to provide an accurate estimate regarding the likely waiting time.