The British International School Budapest
- IB Diploma
- IGCSE
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 16.4K–34.7K
HUF 5.36M–11.3M · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
The British International School Budapest (BISB) is a British private school in Budapest, Hungary, offering the English National Curriculum pathway through to the IB Diploma Programme for students aged 3 to 18. Founded in 1992, it has been part of Nord Anglia Education since 2002.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Nord Anglia Education. See all 90 schools of Nord Anglia Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IGCSE · UK EYFS
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
1,050
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 1992
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| EY1 | HUF 5,360,000≈ USD 16.4K |
| EY2 | HUF 6,960,000≈ USD 21.4K |
| Year 1 | HUF 8,050,000≈ USD 24.7K |
| Year 2 | HUF 8,050,000≈ USD 24.7K |
| Year 3 | HUF 9,530,000≈ USD 29.2K |
| Year 4 | HUF 9,530,000≈ USD 29.2K |
| Year 5 | HUF 9,760,000≈ USD 29.9K |
| Year 6 | HUF 9,760,000≈ USD 29.9K |
| Year 7 | HUF 9,950,000≈ USD 30.5K |
| Year 8 | HUF 9,950,000≈ USD 30.5K |
| Year 9 | HUF 9,950,000≈ USD 30.5K |
| Year 10 | HUF 10,500,000≈ USD 32.2K |
| Year 11 | HUF 10,750,000≈ USD 33K |
| Year 12 | HUF 11,100,000≈ USD 34.1K |
| Year 13 | HUF 11,300,000≈ USD 34.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| EY1 | HUF 5,360,000 (about USD 16.4K) |
| EY2 | HUF 6,960,000 (about USD 21.4K) |
| Year 1 | HUF 8,050,000 (about USD 24.7K) |
| Year 2 | HUF 8,050,000 (about USD 24.7K) |
| Year 3 | HUF 9,530,000 (about USD 29.2K) |
| Year 4 | HUF 9,530,000 (about USD 29.2K) |
| Year 5 | HUF 9,760,000 (about USD 29.9K) |
| Year 6 | HUF 9,760,000 (about USD 29.9K) |
| Year 7 | HUF 9,950,000 (about USD 30.5K) |
| Year 8 | HUF 9,950,000 (about USD 30.5K) |
| Year 9 | HUF 9,950,000 (about USD 30.5K) |
| Year 10 | HUF 10,500,000 (about USD 32.2K) |
| Year 11 | HUF 10,750,000 (about USD 33K) |
| Year 12 | HUF 11,100,000 (about USD 34.1K) |
| Year 13 | HUF 11,300,000 (about USD 34.7K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The British International School Budapest (this school) | HUF 5,360,000 (about USD 16.4K) | HUF 11,300,000 (about USD 34.7K) |
| Brit-Magyar School | HUF 2,964,000 (about USD 9.09K) | HUF 2,964,000 (about USD 9.09K) |
Source: school website (nordangliaeducation.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- HUF 175,000
- Enrolment fee
- HUF 500,000
- Deposit
- HUF 350,000
- Lunch
- HUF 520,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview, Eal test, Cognitive test, Class observation
- Sibling discount
- 2% on the 2nd and 3rd child; 10% on the 4th child and onwards. Applies to the siblings in the lowest year group(s).
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- STEM
- Service
- Sport
- Visual arts
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 34.2
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 100%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Hu
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Basketball court
- Science labs
- Visual arts centre
Sports
- Basketball
- All-weather sports pitch
Upcoming events
- Nov18WedOpen day09:00 CET (local time)
Early Years and Primary Open Morning
Checked 2026-10-30
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Sign in to requestAccreditation and memberships
- Accreditations
- BSO, COBIS, IB
- Memberships
- COBIS
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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