The International School of Moscow

• Established: in 2007
• Location: Moscow, Russia
• Age of students: 2-18
• Total number of students: more than 1000
• Type of education: mixed
• Language of instruction: English.

The International School of Moscow (ISM) is one of the leading European educational institutions offering modern international education programs for students. Academic programs built on the traditions of UK education and the newest teaching methods will give your child the opportunity to unlock the potential, broaden their horizons, become a person ready for a rapidly changing rhythm of life. Today, more than 1,000 students, representatives of about 60 nationalities from different parts of the world, are studying at the school.

Interesting classes with highly qualified teachers will be the key to obtaining the sought-after skills and knowledge included in the national curriculum of England. Personal growth of schoolchildren is one of the main goals of the school, so a large number of extracurricular groups work for children. In ISM, students play a significant role in their own learning, which allows them to learn responsibility, decisiveness, and independence.

The International School of Moscow creates an amazing learning environment where students can develop, feel free, be active citizens, learn to make mistakes and correct them. School graduates complete their education with a high level of academic preparation. They become applicants, ready for university life, to the ever-growing requirements for young professionals. The warm, welcoming atmosphere of the school will be huge benefits for students.

According to the reports of the ISI (Independent School Inspectorate) for 2013, 2016. The school is recognized as a high-class educational institution for all the criteria studied. Outstanding academic achievements of graduates studying the GSCE, A-level programs annually exceed the average statistics in Britain.

The International School of Moscow offers a convenient system of school houses - students become representatives of one of 4 houses:

• Normans - red
• Romans are blue
• Saxons - green
• Vikings are yellow.

Students, participating in sports, creative, scientific competitions, earn points to their home. Awards are awarded for individual achievements related to progress in school life. Members of one family are traditionally in the same house.

The ISM extracurricular program offers students a huge choice of activities in various fields - sports, music, art, foreign languages, etc. Leisure activities usually take place on Tuesday / Wednesday and are available to all students.

Extracurricular activities are supervised by experienced staff and special instructors. Events usually do not require additional fees, traditionally begin simultaneously with the start of each quarter, but the schedule of clubs and events, the requirements can be found in advance.

The International School of Moscow is confident that study tours and excursions are an important part of the educational process, opening up new horizons and opportunities:

• In elementary school (1-4 years of study) there are numerous educational trips to museums, cultural centers, theaters, galleries.
• From grade 3 to grade 6, students can participate in a unique annual excursion program: trips around Europe, lasting from 3 days to a week. For students, this is an opportunity to go on an exciting journey with friends, creating wonderful memories.
• For students in middle classes are offered study tours related to the topic of study. Tours are conducted both in Russia and abroad, usually their duration is about a week. For example, students go to Lake Baikal, get acquainted with the culture of Tanzania, and carry out charitable work in Cambodia. For parents, meetings with teachers are held where they can get acquainted with the program, the features of the trip, and the costs of it.

• The quality of education. Teachers are world-class specialists, and a developed school infrastructure will be an excellent base for getting an effective education. Academic programs take into account the individual needs and goals of students.
• The path to prestigious universities. Graduates of the school go to the best institutions around the world - the Royal College of London, the New York Institute, the University of Amsterdam, etc.
• Global learning environment. ISM provides the Global Campus, an innovative online platform that allows students from different countries to interact. The school conducts numerous trips, excursions abroad for students.
• Highly qualified teachers. Most of the teachers have qualifications of the United Kingdom or have experience in British schools, constantly undergoing refresher courses.
• Excellent graduate results. For 2016-2017 students got excellent results in the GCSE / IGCSE exam (about 66% of students passed tests for A * - A points), A-level (55% received grades between A * - A, 88 - between A * - C).
• Developed infrastructure, the latest equipment.
• School location. Since many parents are afraid to send their children abroad, ISM is a unique chance to get an international education in Russia.
• Accreditation by the Russian authorities, International Schools Inspectorate (ISI), membership in the Council of British International Schools COBIS.

The International School of Moscow is represented by two campuses in cozy residential areas of the city - Krylatskoye and Rosinki.

• The Krylatskoye building is located in the center of the park close to modern sports facilities, close to large residential complexes. Campus is easily accessible from most areas.

The campus is divided into 2 parts - the lower one, which is the home of kindergarten and elementary school students, and the upper one, which is a unique learning space for middle and high school students. The “Lower Kapus” consists of 2 buildings, where preschoolers and primary school students study separately. The buildings are interconnected by a cozy multipurpose hall. Classes are held in large, light classrooms equipped with modern technology + there are special rooms for extracurricular activities, including a library, a music class, a modern audience for learning foreign languages, a dining room with its own kitchen, etc.

The Upper Campus is represented by specialized classes with superb design, the latest technological advances, research laboratories focused on using the Apple Mac, a library, 3 large sports halls, outdoor sports fields, 2 all-weather football fields.

Sports and playgrounds with a total area of ​​15,000 square meters are complemented by a huge variety of sports facilities built next to the ISM: swimming pool, golf course, lake designed for water sports, slopes for young athletes keen on alpine skiing and snowboarding, ice ice rink, tennis court and more.

• The campus "Rosinka ISM" was founded in the same residential complex in a picturesque area. Here live families from different countries, creating a unique internationally friendly atmosphere.

The Rosinka Corps represents education at the stages of pre-school primary education. Early development of children takes place in a magnificent building with cozy classrooms, playgrounds, a dining area, an amazing space to explore the world. Classes of preschool education are provided with modern equipment designed to make learning interesting and effective. The primary education building includes stages 1 to 6 and provides its young students with a unique design, scientific laboratories, a library with the latest equipment (Apple ICT mobile kit), gyms and playgrounds, and a canteen.

School uniform is an important element of student life, helping students to concentrate on their studies, to feel the unique atmosphere of school, to facilitate the interaction of students with each other. ISM provides transportation services: on request, a school bus can pick up a child at or near the house.

Tuition per student is presented in the table below:

The following types of expenses are paid additionally:

• Registration fee (non refundable) - 200 €
• Admission (per family, non refundable) - 9000 €
• School lunch fees (mandatory) - 360 €
• School uniform - about 300 €
• School bus (optional) - 140,000 rubles (Rosinka campus), 160,000 rubles per year (Krylatskoye).

Applications for education are accepted through the online form on the official website or through the selection committee. The package of documents required for admission includes:

• Signed copy of school declaration form
• Copies of the sheet and achievements of the child
• Name and email address of current class teacher
• Copies of family member passports
• Registration fee.

After the application is submitted, a meeting of the parents with the representatives, testing of the applicant will be agreed. If you pass the exam with availability, the child is enrolled in the group.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision