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Latvia offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
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International School of Riga is a private, not-for-profit international school offering education from Toddlers to Grade 12 in Latvia. Established in 1997, it operates on two central Riga campuses: the Primary Campus at Kalnciema 118 and the Secondary Campus at Skanstes 27. ISR serves about 305 students from more than 47 nationalities. Instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language support; languages such as Latvian, French and Spanish are offered as world language options. The school provides the International Baccalaureate continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for preschool–Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 (the Middle School uses the IMYC in part), and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. ISR is an IB World School and a Candidate School for the MYP. The Secondary Campus is near the Olympic Centre, with modern facilities for PE. It also offers 40+ activities through the ASA program, including STEM workshops and arts, culture, and service programs; Latvian cultural experiences are provided through Latvijas Skolas soma.
The Lycée Français de Riga is a French lycee in Riga, affiliated with France through AEFE and the Institut Français, with LabelFrancÉducation recognition. It serves students aged 6–18 across two Riga campuses: Krišjāņa Valdemāra iela 48 and Moon Street 8. The school offers a general secondary program delivered in person, organized into three tracks: languages and humanities; mathematics, natural sciences and engineering; and entrepreneurship and public administration. In the languages and humanities track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, history and social sciences are studied; in the sciences track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics; in the entrepreneurship track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, history, social sciences and mathematics. Latvian language and literature is emphasised alongside French and English as core languages. Founded in 1921, the school maintains its historic links to Latvia and France. Moon Street 8 houses a gym, and upgrades are planned. A digital learning ecosystem includes Uzdevumi.lv, Espace virtuel, Soma.lv and Eduspace. Extracurriculars include folk dancing, choir, theatre and the creative studio L Art, plus student civic leadership initiatives.
International Montessori School of Latvia (IMSOL) offers an English-medium, co-educational program for ages 2 to 12 that blends Montessori pedagogy with the IB Primary Years Programme. The Preschool (ages 2.5–6) blends Montessori with IB PYP Early Years, emphasizing inquiry-based, mixed-age learning. The Elementary Program (ages 6–12) blends Montessori with the IB PYP, applying the IB Scope and Sequence for Science and Social Studies and integrating Common Core standards for Language and Math. IMSOL is a candidate IB World School pursuing authorization for the PYP and holds dual accreditation with the IB PYP and Waterpark Montessori Institute, a unique credential. English is the language of instruction, with multilingual development through Latvian Studies and a Home Language Program. The Mastu iela campus opened its main building in August 2024, featuring a gym, cafeteria, art room, music room, library, and two playgrounds, plus a preschool space. Outdoor education and excursions accompany daily learning.
Deutsche Internationale Schule Riga is a German international school located in Riga. Founded in 2015 as a kindergarten, it has expanded to elementary and secondary levels, with the oldest students in grade 9. Serving about 300 children from 25 countries, the school offers the IB Diploma Programme (DP) alongside a bespoke curriculum for German Auslandsschulen, including the GIB-Abschluss, an extended IB variant. The curriculum emphasizes language learning from early childhood: preschool and kindergarten are taught by German teachers with native-speaking capabilities, supported by German-speaking assistants who also understand Latvian, Russian and English; in elementary, students study German, English and a third language, with a fourth language added in middle school. English instruction starts in kindergarten and a Sommer language course runs in summer. Classes run 8:30–15:30, with an after-school program until 18:30 offering homework support, tutoring, electives and supervision. The school welcomes residents and international families on stays in Latvia.
ISL is an international day school in Pinki, Latvia, serving students aged 2 to 18. It delivers the International Baccalaureate continuum—from Early Years (PYP) through Middle Years (MYP) to the Diploma Programme (DP)—with English as the language of instruction. Founded in 1992, the school now occupies a campus of 8,183 m2 buildings on 15,311 m2 of grounds, set among green fields halfway between Riga and Jurmala. Facilities include modern classrooms, science labs, design technology rooms, a language center, a media center, a learning support center, and a multifunctional gym, plus an auditorium and dining hall. A lobby Maker Space supports high school projects, and students have access to 3D and laser printers and robotics kits. The community comprises over 400 students from more than 45 nationalities, with average class sizes around 18. ISL runs a Summer Program and the College Counseling service, and all graduates gain admission to four-year colleges.
The Lycée Français de Riga is a French lycee in Riga, affiliated with France through AEFE and the Institut Français, with LabelFrancÉducation recognition. It serves students aged 6–18 across two Riga campuses: Krišjāņa Valdemāra iela 48 and Moon Street 8. The school offers a general secondary program delivered in person, organized into three tracks: languages and humanities; mathematics, natural sciences and engineering; and entrepreneurship and public administration. In the languages and humanities track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, history and social sciences are studied; in the sciences track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics; in the entrepreneurship track, Latvian language and literature, French, English, history, social sciences and mathematics. Latvian language and literature is emphasised alongside French and English as core languages. Founded in 1921, the school maintains its historic links to Latvia and France. Moon Street 8 houses a gym, and upgrades are planned. A digital learning ecosystem includes Uzdevumi.lv, Espace virtuel, Soma.lv and Eduspace. Extracurriculars include folk dancing, choir, theatre and the creative studio L Art, plus student civic leadership initiatives.
King's College Latvia is a British international school within the King's Group and Inspired Education, educating learners from Pre-Nursery to Sixth Form (ages 2–18). The curriculum spans Early Years Foundation Stage, the British curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16–18, reflecting a full all-through pathway. The school opened in 2017 and became an IB World School in 2022, joining Inspired Education Group in 2019. Set on a 20,000 sq m campus in Pinki, the campus features two indoor swimming pools, a 25-metre pool, a dance studio, a weights room, and exclusive access to a private forest. Academic facilities include two science laboratories, two libraries, an IB learning centre, and ICT suites, complemented by EAL spaces, wellbeing rooms, dining, and well-equipped outdoor play areas. Over 40 extracurriculars span academics, arts, sports, technology and service, plus house-based leadership and global travel experiences. It fosters curious, globally minded learners.
International School Premjers is a private day school delivering the IB continuum for ages 3 to 18, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The school laid the foundation for what would become an outstanding educational institution. Instruction is in English, with a policy that includes Latvian and Russian and allows study of an additional language (Spanish or French or German). The school welcomes multiple languages and focuses on English, Spanish and German. Class sizes are small, typically 8–14 pupils, supporting individualized attention, and students have access to psychological and career counselling. In secondary, there is a vocal studio and arts and creative clubs. Senior students may attend ISMA Preparatory Faculty free of charge and can take ISMA courses for professional certificates in environmental design, events management, hospitality, and IT. A democratic student parliament leads and career education supports personal development.
Exupery International School is a Latvia-based K-12 school offering instruction in English with mother tongue support in Latvian, Russian, and French. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Preschool through Grade 5, the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for Grades 6–9, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in high school. The school gained international status in 2021, enabling the study of these programs in English and the awarding of internationally recognized diplomas. The two-hectare campus sits about 15 km from Riga center and Jurmala beaches, and comprises Kindergarten, Primary & Middle, and High School & Boarding facilities. A spiral Preschool building symbolizes growth. Boarding for high school students accommodates up to 90 boarders aged 14–19. Facilities include science labs, arts and recording studios, multilingual libraries, and a theatre with professional AV equipment. The school emphasizes multilingual learning alongside STEAM-focused ASAs.
RTU ISST (Riga Technical University International School of Science and Technology) sits on the Riga Technical University campus in Ķīpsala, Riga, Latvia. It offers a three-year, English-language high school program for students aged 15–18, following Cambridge International AS and A Levels. Cambridge qualifications available include Cambridge International A-Levels, the Cambridge AICE Diploma, and Cambridge IPQ. The school is officially licensed as a Cambridge International School and maintains a partnership with Riga Technical University, providing access to RTU resources and boarding facilities. Education is delivered in English, with a STEAM-focused curriculum designed to prepare students for university study. On-site facilities include chemistry and physics labs, a Virtual Reality Lab, and 3D printing capabilities, with additional access to RTU resources through the partnership. Boarding is available at RTU dormitories nearby. Notable opportunities include CERN study trips and College/Career Counselling. Latvian studies are a required part of the curriculum, supporting bilingual or multilingual pathways within an international context.
International School of Riga is a private, not-for-profit international school offering education from Toddlers to Grade 12 in Latvia. Established in 1997, it operates on two central Riga campuses: the Primary Campus at Kalnciema 118 and the Secondary Campus at Skanstes 27. ISR serves about 305 students from more than 47 nationalities. Instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language support; languages such as Latvian, French and Spanish are offered as world language options. The school provides the International Baccalaureate continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for preschool–Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 (the Middle School uses the IMYC in part), and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. ISR is an IB World School and a Candidate School for the MYP. The Secondary Campus is near the Olympic Centre, with modern facilities for PE. It also offers 40+ activities through the ASA program, including STEM workshops and arts, culture, and service programs; Latvian cultural experiences are provided through Latvijas Skolas soma.
Located in Riga, Lycée Français International Jules Verne de Riga delivers the French national education system within the AEFE network since 2011. It serves ages 2 to 17 across two sites, with a daycare service. It operates in a multilingual environment with six languages taught and supports non-French-speaking pupils through FLE and FLSCO to reach fluency by the end of primary. The curriculum follows cycles from pre-elementary through high school, leading to the Diplôme National du Brevet and the Baccalauréat (Seconde, Première, Terminale) with core subjects and chosen specialties in Première and Terminale; it also offers the Diplôme National du Brevet, DELF and Cambridge exams. Established in 2007 by the French Embassy, it is managed by APECEF and monitored annually by AEFE inspectors. Facilities include two sites and a daycare service; sports facilities with team sports; swimming via Elektrum Olympic Centre (currently suspended). Extracurriculars cover sports, arts, robotics, languages, and theatre. The choir participates in Latvia's Song and Dance Celebrations, reflecting the school's intercultural education and emphasis on 21st-century skills.
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