International Schools in Budapest

Budapest has a number of educational opportunities in the English language. There are three schools that offer instruction in the English language and use an essentially American curriculum:

• Greater Grace International School (GGIS)
• The International Christian School of Budapest (ICSB)
• The American International School of Budapest (AISB)

The following statements were provided by the schools themselves. I assume no responsibility for their professional ability or integrity.

International Private Schools in Budapest.
Please check school websites for current tuition fees and other specific information.

Greater Grace International School (GGIS)

“Morality, Discipline, Respect”

GGIS is a prime quality school both in personal development and academical achievement. English-speaking, international, private
PreK-12 school presently represented by thirty nationalities and ten religions.
1125 Budapest, Szilágyi Erzsébet fasor 22/b (English, grades preK-12)
Mailing address: 1535 Budapest, 114 Pf. 852
Tel/Fax: (+36 1) 275 4795, 274 4053
E-mail: principal@ggis.hu
www.ggis.hu

Designed with purposefully small class sizes, GGIS (formerly known as GGCA) provides a personal and focused learning environment in English for children grades PreK-12. For non-native speakers, GGIS offers a highly effective, integrated ESL program. Through College Level Advanced Placement (AP) courses students have the opportunity to get a head start in their higher education. Community involvement, extra-curricular activities, a variety of after school programs, sport clubs, competitions, and field trips enrich the lives of GGIS students.

The careful selection of teachers and promotion of the highest possible academic standards over the years have resulted in SAT scores averaging 10% higher than the US national average (Critical reading: 693; Writing: 693; Math: 675). The school’s 95% rate of admittance to the finest universities and colleges of the world speaks for itself.

GGIS graduates attend Clark, Cornell, and Washington Universities, Rensellear Polytechnic Institute, and the University of Southern California in America, as well as the Sorbonne University of France, Seoul National University of South Korea; Semmelweis Medical University, University of Economics, Technical University of Hungary).

GGIS maintains a time-honored tradition of upholding the values of morality, discipline and respect. We enjoy a growing enrollment and welcome the opportunity to prepare students to become mature individuals, equipped for success with knowledge, self-respect and regard for others.

International Christian School of Budapest (ICSB)

ICSB seeks to provide an environment that will encourage students to put their faith in God and to walk with Him.

2049 Diósd, Ifjúság u. 11. (English, grade 1-12)
Tel.: (06-23) 381-986; Fax: (06-23) 381-552
www.icsbudapest.org

ICSB provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment in English for children grades 1-12. The school’s American-style curriculum with an international approach gives students an excellent foundation for success in North American colleges and universities. ICSB is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and 98% of graduates go on to college. ICSB is committed to hiring only the most qualified and caring teachers and to teaching all subjects within the framework of a Christian worldview.

ICSB’s high academic and character standards are reflected in the quality of our student body. Our 2005-06 ACT scores (avg. = 26) are 25% higher than the U.S. national average, and our SAT scores (Critical Reading = 575; Writing = 595; Math = 596) exceed the national average by 55-70 points in each category.

In addition to a large number of children from Christian missionary families, ICSB hosts students from over 15 countries worldwide. The school offers English language acquisition instruction for students who are non-native English speakers. ICSB’s commitment to educating the whole child is evident in the school’s rich extra-curricular program, which includes athletics, band and choir, drama, journalism, community service activities, and leadership opportunities, just to name a few. In August 2006 ICSB opened a brand-new gymnasium and high school building.

ICSB also provides the most extensive program in Budapest for students with special learning needs. Offering the most competitive tuition rates of all the English-speaking schools in Budapest, ICSB is conveniently located just off the M0 motorway, only 18 minutes from the city center. Enrollment: approx. 200 students.

American International School of Budapest (AISB)

1121 Budapest, Kakukk u. 1-3. (English, grades preK-2)
Tel.: (06-1) 391-9120; Fax: (06-1) 395-2179
or
2094 Nagykovácsi, Nagykovácsi út. 12. (English, grades 3-12)
Tel.: (06-26) 556-000; Fax: (06-26) 556-003
www.aisb.hu

AISB provides a rich academic and co-curricular experience for students from grades preK to 12. Enrollment is over 772 students, hailing from 57 nations.

Academic achievement is high; standardized test scores averaging in the 70th percentile, with an average increase in achievement of four percentage points per year for students remaining at AISB for multiple years. SAT average is 582 (verbal) and 538 (math), exceeding the world SAT average score by more than 100 points.

Seventy percent of juniors and seniors pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma, with, historically, a 96% pass rate. Plus, ample opportunities for leadership and participation in clubs, activities, trips, and sports - both competitive and intramural - are offered to all students.

As the only secular independent American curriculum school in Budapest, AISB offers an international education that prepares all students for continued study in the United States and abroad.

Britannica International School

1113 Budapest, Aga u. 10.
Tel: (+36 1) 466 9794
Email: contact@britannicaschool.hu
Head Teacher: appointment pending
www.britannicaschool.hu

Britannica International School is a well established English secondary school in Hungary, in fact the oldest of its kind. The National Curriculum for England & Wales is taught to all year groups and there is a flourishing Sixth Form (where additional specialist courses are also offered).

The school is a centre for CIE (Cambridge International Examinations). All KS2 and KS3 subjects, and a wide range of IGCSE and AS/A2 level examination courses are taught. A declared aim of the school is for its students to attain academic excellence.

The students are international, coming from many different countries. The extra-curricular life of the school is rich and vibrant with many after-school clubs for sports and other interests. Several overseas visits are organized every year for students, including exchanges, skiing and cultural trips.

The school is registered with both the DCSF (Department for Children, Schools and Families) in the UK and the Education and Cultural Ministry in Hungary. The school will shortly be applying for membership of CIS (Council of International Schools).

For more information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the office by email at (contact@britannicaschool.hu), or by telephone on (00 36 1) 466 9794.

British International School of Budapest (BISB)
1037 Budapest, Kiscelli köz 17.
Tel: (+36 1) 200 8488, 200 9971
Fax: (+36 1) 200 9969
E-mail: admissions@bisb.hu
www.bisb.hu
BISB (formerly Magyar-British International School) offers pre-nursery, kindergarten, primary and secondary school levels. Enrollment numbers around 370 students.

Deutsche Schule
1121 Budapest, Cinege u. 8/c. (German, Hungarian, ages 6-18)
Tel.: (06-1) 274-4212, (06-1) 391-9100; Fax: (06-1) 274-4212; (06-1)
391-9110
www.deutscheschule.hu
German School of Budapest is identical to the one in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Enrollment numbers around 420 students.

International School of Budapest (ISB)
1121 Budapest, Konkoly Thege u. 21.
Tel: (+36 1) 395 6528
Fax: (+36 1) 395 5376
E-mail: Isb@elender.hu
www.isb.hu

Japanese School of Budapest
1125 Budapest, Virányos u. 48.
Tel: (+36 1) 392-0360
Fax: (+36 1) 392-0361
E-mail: bpjpschool@pronet.hu
Website: www.hoshuko.hu

Lycée Français de Budapest
1029 Budapest, Máriaremetei út 193-199. (French, ages 3-18)
Tel.: (06-1) 275-4296; Fax: (06-1) 395-6858
web.matavnet.hu/lfb
Budapest French School offers baccalaureat Francais (also primary school and kindergarten). Enrollment numbers around 480 students.

Lauder Javne Jewish School & Kindergarten
1121 Budakeszi út 48. (Hungarian, Hebrew, English)
Tel.: (06-1) 275-2240/41/42
www.lauder.hu

Austrian-Hungarian ‘Europe’ School
1126 Budapest, Istenhegyi út 32. (Hungarian, Astrian-German, ages 6 - 14)
Tel.: (06-1) 356-4657
www.europaschule.hu

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