Premier International School - Kathmandu

The school is located at Khumaltar Height, Lalitpur, Nepal. It is Nepal's first IB Continuum School. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP), and the National Examination Board. English, Nepali, and French are offered as languages.

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) including Early Years; IB Primary Years Programme; IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); IB Diploma Programme (DP); National Examination Board

Private international IB Continuum School offering day boarding.

Local, NRN, and international students are welcomed; the student community is diverse and multicultural.

Learning Support and Special Educational Needs program.

Nepal

Premier International School offers the IB Continuum from Early Years through Diploma, with a parallel National Examination Board pathway for the senior years. The IB PYP Early Years program serves 3–6-year-olds, followed by IB Primary Years (6–11), IB Middle Years (11–16), and Senior High School (IB Diploma Programme) for ages 16–19. A parallel Senior High School pathway is provided through Nepal's National Examination Board (NEB) for ages 16–19. Language of instruction within the curriculum includes English, Nepali, and French for language acquisition. The IB learning at Premier emphasizes inquiry-led, play-based learning in the Early Years and transdisciplinary inquiry across all IB programmes. Premier is located at Khumaltar Height, Lalitpur, Nepal.

Early Years: 1:3 (adult to student). Primary Years: 1:9. Middle Years: 1:9. Senior High School: 1:9. Ratios vary by program, with smaller class sizes in the Early Years.

80%+ BLE & SEE results each year. 70%+ graduates receive merit-based scholarships nationally or internationally for higher education. 10%+ graduates become entrepreneurs after Grade 10. The Diploma Programme page notes recognition by leading universities and pathways to university study.

Graduates have placements in respected universities around the world. The DP coordinator notes that Premier students have earned placements at leading universities globally, reflecting the university guidance and international exposure provided.

The school provides social/emotional counselling with a dedicated guidance team supported by partner consultants; group workshops and individual counselling help students explore interests, understand opportunities, and prepare for university applications. From Grade 8, each learner receives an individualized career and university plan tailored to their strengths and goals, including SAT/PSAT preparation. Continuous guidance supports subject selection and Nepalese and overseas university admissions to ensure a smooth transition beyond high school.

The SEN framework is inclusive, recognizing diverse backgrounds and learning needs. Identification and support follow a defined process: initial identification/referral, expert consultation/assessment, an individual education plan, and periodic progress reviews. The school aims to provide equal opportunities and tailored support to learners with greater learning differences, working with families and teachers. The approach is designed to foster inclusion and equity for every learner.

The school supports bilingual development in English and Nepali. When students join with limited proficiency, the Language Support Programme provides targeted, compassionate support to bridge gaps and build confidence. Focused scaffolding and individualized guidance help students transition into grade-level learning and participate fully in mainstream classes.

Specialized counselling and language/learning supports contribute to student wellbeing. The guidance team offers group workshops and one-to-one sessions to support mental health, resilience, and readiness for learning, while the university guidance program assists students with future planning and transition.

The campus features secure entry systems and a safe, stimulating environment. The school is earthquake-resistant and conducts regular fire and earthquake drills, safety audits, and ongoing first aid and fire safety training for staff.

1. Summit Your Application. The admission process for international and NRN students follows three simple steps and is typically completed within 2–5 business days. Applicants submit an online application. This step initiates the admission process. 2. Interaction with Student and Family. This step involves interaction with the student and family. It is listed as the second step in the international admission pathway. The admission guide for international and NRN students outlines this step as part of the three-step process. 3. Decision. The final step is the decision. The process is described as a three-step pathway for international/NRN admissions.