Compare 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.

The Dunya School is in Baku, Azerbaijan, at 9 Əcəmi Naxçıvani Avenue. The Baku campus is part of Khazar University Dunya School. There are additional campuses in Gəncə (Ganja) and Sumqayıt.

Preschool, primary and secondary education. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum: Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

International IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme; affiliated with Khazar University.

Around 15 nationalities represented among students; a mix of local and international students.

Azerbaijan

The school has no dormitory.

The students are required to wear a school uniform.

The school has a canteen where meals are prepared and served. The school adheres to food-handling and hygiene standards.

The school is part of Khazar University.

Dunya School offers Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP is for ages 5–11 (Grade K–4) and uses a student-centred, inquiry-based approach to learning. PYP includes Azerbaijani language instruction, with Azerbaijani classes twice a week in Grade 1 and three times weekly in Grades 2–4. The MYP comprises eight subject groups and requires at least 50 hours of teaching time per group per year; English is the language of instruction, with additional languages offered for Language Acquisition (German, French, Russian, Azerbaijani). The DP comprises a DP core (Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity, Service) and six subject groups (Studies in Language and Literature; Language Acquisition; Individuals and Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; The Arts); students take Standard Level and Higher Level courses, with SL 150 hours and HL 240 hours. The DP was authorized to be offered on January 16, 2009.

Class sizes vary from 15 to 20 students. Each class has a full-time homeroom teacher.

Graduates achieve high exam results and go on to study at leading local and international universities.

Graduates go on to study at top local and international universities.

Gifted and Talented students are identified as having high general intellectual ability, specific academic aptitude, or talents in visual/performing arts, sports, or creative thinking. They are mainstreamed in general education with differentiated instruction for deeper rigor and challenge. The school collaborates with parents to source platforms and opportunities for these students to unleash their talent and to participate in local, national and international activities and events.

The school supports social and emotional development through school-based counselling available to all students and a nurturing social–emotional environment. The counsellor addresses emotional, social, academic, and spiritual concerns, and sessions may be held individually or in groups. The process for addressing concerns involves staff referrals, a Student Support Team, and the development of an Individual Learning Plan when needed. Staff receive training to support inclusive education and differentiation to meet diverse learning needs. The programme aims to foster personal and social development and a supportive school culture.

The school provides support for students with learning and/or special educational needs and support for their teachers. Learning support requirements are identified early, assessed, and provided, with accommodations and opportunities communicated to families. For students with particular physical or learning needs, admissions are reviewed individually and entry may be refused if the school cannot meet those needs. An Individual Learning Plan is developed in collaboration with the Student Support Team when appropriate, with progress tracked and reviewed with parents. The school differentiates instruction and uses resources to support learning diversity, including English-language support as needed.

Additional English support classes are provided to students with language support requirements. English is the language of instruction.

Mental health issues are recognized as possible learning support needs. Counselling addresses emotional concerns and aims to develop mental resilience, supporting personal and social development within a confidential process that may involve individual or group sessions.

Bullying and racism are addressed as social concerns within the inclusive framework. The school maintains confidentiality and storage of counselling records to protect student privacy. Staff are trained and assigned responsibilities to raise awareness, provide resources, and report concerns to safeguard students.

1. Apply by submitting an application form. 2. Prepare the documents: a recent passport-sized photo of the child; a scanned copy of the child's ID card or passport; scanned copies of both parents' ID cards; and the latest report from the previous school. 3. After submitting the application form, the Admissions Office acknowledges receipt by email; the child will be waitlisted if a place is not yet available. For Grade 1, a short interview with the child will be arranged. Grades 2–10 applicants will undergo placement tests before a place can be confirmed. Status can be tracked at all times through the Admission Portal. 4. If accepted, a letter of confirmation with the start date and time is issued, followed by additional information about the first days of school. Entrance interviews and tests: Grade 1 interview about 15 minutes; Grade 2–10 placement tests on one date in April/May and one date in August; results are communicated by email and/or phone.

Applicants who meet the admissions criteria but do not have an immediate place are placed on a waiting list; when a vacancy becomes available, they are considered for the vacancy along with others on the waiting list in accordance with school-approved criteria.

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 European Azerbaijan School is located in Baku, Azerbaijan. Primary Campus: 7C Hasan Majidov Street, Yasamal district. Secondary Campus: 1128 Abbaszadeh Street, Baku. Both campuses are within the city of Baku.

Early Learning Centre (ages 3–5); Primary School (Grade 1–4); Middle Years Programme (Grade 5–9); Diploma Programme (Grade 10–12); Career-Related Programme (CP).

Private international day school; IB World School.

Azerbaijan

Primary Schedule runs 8:30–16:00, including breakfast, core lessons, breaks, lunch, and language sessions. Secondary Schedule runs 8:30–16:00 with six periods, breaks, and a lunch period.

The school provides transport using nine school buses. Buses operate from different parts of the city with a guide-teacher on each bus; 190 students use the service daily. Buses are equipped with GPS and First Aid kits.

A school uniform is used; one set is included in the tuition.

EAS Catering provides healthy meals with fully equipped kitchens in both buildings; meals are prepared monthly with different assortments; fresh beef and freshly cut lamb are used; the school prohibits canned food, energy drinks, and carbonated beverages; meals are subject to regular inspections.

The European Azerbaijan School is a private school authorized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan; it is governed by a Board of Trustees. Tale Heydarov is the Founder and Chairman of the Board; Francesco Banchini is the CEO & Director.

IB World School delivering the International Baccalaureate programmes across four divisions: Early Learning Centre (3–5), Primary (PYP), Middle (MYP), and Secondary (DP and CP). The curriculum includes the Primary Years Programme for Grades 1–4, Middle Years Programme for Grades 5–9, Diploma Programme for Grades 10–12, and Career-Related Programme. Language of instruction is English, with Azerbaijani used in some language subjects; language acquisition options include Russian, German, Spanish and French. The DP is a two-year program with six subjects (three HL and three SL) plus the Core (TOK, CAS and Extended Essay). The CP leads to higher education, apprenticeships or employment, and a university consultant supports students with offers from prestigious universities worldwide.

15–21 students per class.

IB Examination Results 2025 and 2024.

DP prepares students for success at university; CP leads to higher education, apprenticeships or employment; university consultant supports students to receive offers from prestigious universities around the world.

EAS fosters collaborative learning and a safe, caring environment where diversity is valued and positive social interactions are promoted. The school minimizes risk of harm and supports student wellbeing. An established Safeguarding Committee monitors safeguarding and child protection arrangements, and all staff receive safeguarding and child protection training every year. Students have a right to be heard and to be taken seriously when concerns arise. The school community emphasizes respectful relationships among staff, students and parents and provides learning opportunities that promote healthy lifestyle choices, contributing to a joyous classroom where students feel safe, secure and accepted.

Psychological support with counseling is designed to facilitate achievement, improve behavior and support social development. The school counseling service offers individual counseling, guidance lessons, assemblies and whole‑school programs such as Bullying Awareness Week, E-safety Week and Random Act of Kindness Week. The learning support team identifies educational needs early and monitors progress for students with learning difficulties. English Additional Language (EAL) and Azerbaijani language support give targeted assistance to help students integrate into regular classrooms; the EAL department uses Cambridge Global English. The Student Support Team includes a Deputy Director for Student Affairs, leaders for various year groups, a psychologist, a university consultant, a social affairs coordinator and the school nurse.

English is the language of instruction for the majority of lessons and English proficiency is emphasised to meet IB programme requirements and to enable students to communicate ideas and emotions. An integrated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports students at all levels up to the IB Diploma Programme, with diagnostic testing and additional support in English and related language courses. The language profile shows diverse linguistic backgrounds; English is the main language of instruction and 70% of instructional time is delivered in English, with the remainder dedicated to maintaining linguistic and cultural identity. Initial placement includes diagnostic tests in English and Azerbaijani to determine appropriate language courses and movement between courses.

The school promotes wellbeing through a safe, supportive environment and a focus on healthy lifestyle choices. Counseling services and a psychologist support student mental wellbeing, with individual sessions, guidance lessons and school-wide programs addressing wellbeing and safety. The Student Support Team works to identify needs early and provide guidance, while the broader wellbeing approach emphasizes positive relationships among staff, students and families.

The Child Protection Policy aims to keep children safe by ensuring safe learning environments, identifying students at risk and communicating safeguarding commitments to the school community. The Safeguarding Committee monitors safeguarding arrangements and ensures staff are trained to respond to concerns; annual safeguarding training is provided for all staff. The policy applies to all members of the school community, including staff, students, parents and visitors.

1. Eligibility and overview: Admission is open to students of all nationalities who can access and benefit from the international curriculum and programmes offered by the school. The school provides the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, with specialist teachers and dedicated IB programme coordinators guiding learning. Additional support is available for non-Azerbaijani students who cannot follow language courses in the local language. 2. What makes EAS special: Highly qualified teachers, including staff recruited internationally; a support network for students' social, language and learning needs as well as university counselling; and two state-of-the-art campuses with modern science labs, top sports facilities (including a swimming pool and gymnasium), a modern theatre, a fully equipped computer lab, music and art rooms, a spacious library and a large dining area. An individualized approach to learning recognises the different needs and perspectives of our students and families. 3. Admissions process and campus visits: The best way to learn about EAS is to visit the campus for an admissions tour; the admissions office can be contacted to arrange this. 4. Application process by level and key steps: Early Learning Centre (ELC) eligibility is based on age and an assessment of social, emotional, physical and mental maturity, with ongoing teacher observations. Primary Education (Grades 1-4) uses age eligibility (6 by December 31) and an internal online test in English and Mathematics plus a motor-skills assessment; conditional admission may be offered if results indicate potential for improvement, with contract and fees in place. For MYP (Grades 5-9), students are tested for cognitive abilities and English language proficiency, with Azerbaijani interviews to gauge language needs and potential EAL provision. DP (Grades 10-12) entry requires prior IB grounding (where applicable), an application, an essay, an interview, and a panel decision; notification follows, with language placement assessments as needed. 5. Documentation and contracts: The following documents are typically required: parent/guardian application, photos, original and copy of national ID (Azerbaijani) or passport/residency for international students, school transfer certificates and transcripts (where applicable), and medical certificates; a contract is signed and school fees arranged upon admission. Conditional admissions may require probation and ongoing evaluation during the initial period. 6. Appeals, assessment and language placement: If a decision is appealed, a formal process is available with specified timelines; further assessments may be conducted to ensure optimum placement in language and curriculum courses. A psychological assessment is conducted for ELC, Primary and Secondary to evaluate thinking, learning, behaviour and other aspects, and results inform planning for support where needed. 7. Transfer and ministry requirements: For grade advancement and transfer, families may need to follow the relevant ministry procedures, including transfer links as applicable. The admissions policy also notes alignment with appropriate placement and progression within the IB pathways.

Admissions decisions fall into four categories: Accept, Accept conditionally, Decline and Waiting List. The Admissions Office informs families of the outcome; age guidelines and placement rules apply, and decisions may place applicants on the Waiting List when a place is not immediately available. The policy includes an age-appropriate class numbering and placement framework to ensure suitable grade alignment and progression.

The International School of Azerbaijan is located at AZ1070, Yeni Yasamal, Royal Park, Baku, Azerbaijan. It sits in the Yeni Yasamal district near the Royal Park development, with bus routes serving the Port Baku Residence area and other popular residences. Royal Park residents can walk to the school.

Early Learning Centre, Primary, Middle School, High School

IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Language of instruction is English.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Mother Tongue program; Azerbaijani for All.

Azerbaijan

Early Learning Centre daily schedules show Nursery and P1 from 8:15 arrival with a nap at 12:30 and dismissal around 12:30 (Nursery) or 3:15 (P2/3). P2 and P3 daily schedule starts at 8:15 with activities including community circle, morning meeting, classes, outdoor inquiry, lunch, specialist lessons and dismissal around 3:15.

TISA runs a bus service that covers the Port Baku Residence area and other popular residences; routes are adapted year to year. Royal Park residents can walk to the school. See the Bus Service Agreement for details and contact studentbuses@tisa.az for questions.

TISA does not have a uniform. There is a Dress Code: clothes should be weather-appropriate, not overly revealing, clean, ironed, and opaque, and hats should remain in students' bags during the school day. In Secondary, Physical Education requires the school-provided red TISA PHE shirt and non-marking shoes.

The school provides lunch. All ELC students receive lunch included in tuition; All students in Grade 1 and above may purchase lunch. A full hot meal with salad costs 6 AZN; a sandwich with a drink costs 3.60 AZN; a salad costs 3.60 AZN; there is a salad bar option for 3.60 AZN. There is no breakfast; a mid-morning snack is provided in the ELC; Grades 1–12 bring their own snack. Vegetarian options are available daily; The menu prioritizes locally sourced and organic ingredients when possible.

The school is governed by the TISA Board of Governors, a nine-member body. The Board includes BP representatives, US Embassy and UK Embassy representatives, a BP business representative, a Parent Representative, a Staff Representative, and the Director (non-voting). The Board sets the school's strategic vision and policies and delegates day-to-day management to the Director.

The International School of Azerbaijan offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: PYP (P1–5), MYP (6–10), and DP (11–12). Primary learning is inquiry-based and delivered through the Programme of Inquiry, including Science and Social Studies. The Maths curriculum follows AERO Math Standards; English Language Arts follows AERO ELA Standards; Science aligns with ACARA Standards, with Social Studies embedded in the Programme of Inquiry through IB transdisciplinary themes. Languages from Grade 2 include French and Spanish, plus Azerbaijani or English; Mother Tongue support is offered where possible, and there is an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program aligned with WIDA. Single Subjects include Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Library, and World Languages, and these are incorporated into units where possible.

P1-P2: class sizes up to 25 students with a 1:9 staff-to-student ratio; P3-P8: 18 students per class; M1-DP2: 20 students per class.

IB Examination Results: The Class of 2024 averaged 32 points; the top score was 40, and the overall pass rate was 96%.

Graduates attend colleges and universities worldwide; a notable alumnus is Mina Kasimoglu, Class of 2021, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Parsons School of Design, New York.

Homeroom teachers deliver a holistic wellness curriculum that includes social and emotional development, Keeping Safe; Child Protection Curriculum (KS:CPC), and the aim to develop creative problem solvers and productive global citizens. In secondary, relationships are central to wellbeing; coaches meet daily with small groups of students to support individualized goals, grade-level action projects, KS:CPC lessons and additional wellbeing activities. In grades 3–5, a weekly social-emotional check-in system called Closegap provides real-time wellbeing insights for teachers to intervene as needed. Safeguarding is integrated through the safeguarding policy and KS:CPC, and all community members have a duty to safeguard and report concerns. The wellbeing program is embedded within the IB framework, with staff coordinating to support student wellbeing across the school.

The Learning Support Department provides ongoing support for students identified through referral and identification processes. Support is offered through in-class inclusion and pull-out sessions, and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) are shared and reviewed with students, teachers and parents. Interventions meet individual learning needs, ensure access to standards, develop the student's ability to be expert learners, and remove barriers to learning. The Learning Support Department affirms the right of all students to develop to their maximum potential in a warm and caring educational environment.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided for non-native English speakers. On admission, students are assessed to identify ELLs and placed in appropriate language support programs. The EAL program equips students with language skills for social and academic functioning, develops oral and written language, supports language transfer between languages, and coordinates with homeroom teachers to best support learners. EAL teachers work in co‑teaching or advisory roles and monitor progress to inform instruction, with progress communicated to teachers and parents. The EAL department collaborates with classroom and subject teachers to support the academic language development of all learners.

Wellbeing is addressed across all areas of the IB PYP curriculum, with social, personal and emotional development a shared responsibility of all teachers. Personal, Social and Physical Education (PSPE) includes Identity, Active Living, and Interactions as its strands, emphasising healthy relationships, self-awareness, resilience, and informed decision-making. The program supports student wellbeing through advisory activities and targeted wellbeing initiatives as part of the broader curriculum.

TISA maintains a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, with KS:CPC adopted as part of the curriculum for all ages. All members of the TISA community have a duty to safeguard and report concerns. Primary and Secondary designated safeguarding leads are available, with clearly published contact points for reporting safeguarding issues.

The International School of Azerbaijan welcomes applicants from all countries and educational backgrounds. The IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) serve international and local students and align with curricula from the USA, UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia under the International Baccalaureate framework. Admissions are paperless. Required documents are the child's passport and/or birth certificate, a headshot, official school records in English, and Health and Language information included in the online application. Early Learning/Primary applicants must provide an email for the current homeroom teacher so the Primary Reference Form can be sent for completion; Secondary applicants must provide emails for Mathematics, English, and Counselor so three Secondary Recommendation Forms can be completed. Priority for Admissions is given to children of BP and AIOC shareholder employees, children of oil and gas businesses with a strategic interest in TISA, and children of diplomats and non-oil/multi-national families; others may be admitted subject to space and the availability of specialist learning or language support services. Criteria for Early Learning/Primary include age, class size, English language proficiency, prior school records and recommendations, an observation visit and/or EAL and/or Learning Support testing if applicable, and student/family interviews if necessary. Secondary admissions may include placement assessments in Mathematics, English, foreign languages (if needed), Sciences for IB Diploma Programme applicants, and English Language Support placement, in addition to age, class size, English proficiency, prior records and recommendations, IB experience for DP applicants, overall academic ability, and interviews if necessary. Admissions decisions follow review of the online application, records, recommendations, documents, and assessments or interviews, and are communicated to the applicant; acceptance does not guarantee enrolment beyond the initial year and continued enrolment may depend on academic progress, attendance and behaviour; the school reserves the right to decline admission for inadequate records or if admission may negatively impact current students. The school year runs from mid-August to mid-June; online applications are accepted year-round; space may be limited; the review process generally takes about two weeks, with DP applicants contacted by the IB DP Coordinator as needed. English language proficiency is essential; EAL placement may be available depending on space, with pre-enrolment evaluation when possible and final EAL placement communicated before attendance in World Language classes. The school is inclusive and offers Learning Support for mild to moderate learning differences; if a student requires Learning Support, parents provide all relevant documentation for review so an Individual Learning Plan can be developed, and a Learning Support Assistant may be required and must be approved by the Learning Support Coordinator and vetted by Human Resources; full-time 1:1 Learning Support must be arranged by parents with a TISA-approved assistant. Ready to apply: start your online application.

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.

Darnagul Qasabasi Str., Ajami Nakchivani Block 3097, Baku AZ1108, Azerbaijan. The school is in the Ajami Nakchivani area of Baku and is accessible via local roads. A door-to-door bus service is available for students.

Preschool through Secondary School

International school (Quality Schools International member)

Number of nationalities represented: 29.

QSI provides learning support; BIS follows QSI's approach to accommodating students with identified learning needs; for more information contact BIS.

Affiliated with the U.S. Department of State Office of Overseas Schools.

Door-to-door bus service is available in comfortable vans. Drivers are licensed and experienced; pick-up and drop-off locations are arranged at convenient home addresses. Morning and afternoon services are available; the service is for students only; the cost is available in the BIS office and payments can be made by term or by year; service is not drop-in.

Fresh, healthy food is cooked on-site by certified cafeteria staff. Weekly lunch menus offer a balanced, nutritious meal with a variety of international dishes, and host-country dishes appear one day each week. Purified water is available throughout the school via fountains and filling stations; snacks are available for older students, and preschool and elementary students should bring a mid-morning snack.

The school is part of Quality Schools International (QSI) network.

The school follows an American college preparatory curriculum including Advanced Placement (AP) classes. The language of instruction is English. Graduating students earn an American High School diploma, with three diploma options: General Diploma, Academic Diploma, and Academic Diploma with Honors; the AP Capstone Diploma is available as an additional pathway (AP Seminar and AP Research).

Enrollment is 191 students (PK–Secondary IV). The school has 29 teachers, for approximately 6.6 students per teacher.

Graduates matriculate to universities worldwide, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe. Notable destinations include UC Berkeley, Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, American University Washington DC, Boston University, University of Toronto, York University, University of Amsterdam Applied Sciences, KU Leuven, RMIT, Tsukuba University, and Yonsei University.

AP courses are available, including the AP Capstone Diploma pathway (AP Seminar and AP Research).

Baku International School Counseling Services provide academic, career, and personal/social supports to students and families. The counselor offers personal, social, and emotional supports in a safe, confidential space and provides individual support when needed, as well as mediation of conflicts between students and between students and teachers. Family and community supports help build strong BIS relationships and assist with arrivals and departures, including check-ins and transitional activities. The counseling program also includes academic supports and career/university counseling to support student well-being and success.

BIS has a special needs policy to provide accommodations for students with identified learning differences and, when necessary, modifications to the curriculum. The policy aims to enable all students to be successful in the QSI environment; for details on specific learning support services, contact BIS.

The Intensive English program serves students aged 6 and up whose English proficiency limits access to mainstream instruction. The program aims to develop basic interpersonal communication and academic English across speaking, listening, reading, and writing, in a four-skill framework. It features small class sizes, an individualized program, pull-out language support, and collaboration with the classroom teacher to support subject-area courses.

Mental wellbeing is supported through BIS Counseling Services. A full-time counselor provides personal, social, and emotional supports and offers a safe space for students. The counselor also provides family and community supports, academic supports, and career/university counseling as part of the BIS student-services program.

BIS is committed to safeguarding and to providing a safe and nurturing environment. All employees must report suspected incidences of abuse or neglect, and safeguarding is a CEESA priority with school policies and ongoing training. BIS uses the CEESA Safeguarding and Child Protection Statement and Keeping Safe Child Protection Curriculum to teach students about safety, relationships, recognizing and reporting abuse, and protective strategies.

Step 1 - Learn about BIS. Prospective families are encouraged to familiarize themselves with BIS through our website and the school video. This introduces BIS and its educational program to applicants. Step 2 - Inquiry and School Tour. Before applying, explore BIS's programs and campus community on the BIS site. Step 3 - Online Application. Complete the BIS Online Application Form at qsi-baku.openapply.com and submit in full for the file to be considered; early applications are encouraged to guarantee a seat. Upload documents including passport copies for student and parents, immunization records, previous school records, a passport-size photo, and pay the one-time non-refundable $300 application processing and testing fee. Step 4 - Review Process. Admission evaluation and assessment (placement test and interview) are conducted to determine fit and placement. The test covers reading, language, and mathematics for students aged 7 and above; the interview is conducted by the Director of Instruction. Step 5 - Admissions Decision and Registration. After review, BIS notifies applicants by email of the decision. There are three outcomes: an Offer of Placement if criteria and space exist; a waiting list placement if no class spot is available; or non-acceptance if BIS determines it is not the best fit.

Waitlist. If BIS accepts an applicant but no spots are available in the appropriate class, the child is placed on the waiting list. As soon as a spot becomes available, it will be offered to a suitable student on the waiting list.

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.