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International Schools in Sarajevo, Bosnia And Herzegovina

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About international schools in Sarajevo, Bosnia And Herzegovina

Sarajevo’s international schools are a small but varied group that typically offer British (Cambridge/UK), American, French and International Baccalaureate pathways alongside locally rooted or bilingual programmes. Instruction is commonly English-medium in the international schools, though French-language and Bosnian-language provision also exists and some schools run dual-language streams. Annual tuition levels are modest compared with Western Europe but vary widely between providers and age groups; market surveys put the median true annual cost in the city in the low five-figure US dollar range while many individual schools do not publish full grade-by-grade fee tables. Admissions follow a school-year rhythm (most new intakes begin in September) and commonly include an application form, records review, and an assessment or interview; some schools offer trial days or language-support assessments for incoming pupils.

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At a glance 6 schools · avg fee BAM 10,475
Schools listed
6
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
BAM 10,475
Fee range
BAM 7,900 – 13,050
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (2 schools)
Average school size
322 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Maarif International Schools Bosnia and Herzegovina
Oldest
Richmond Park School Sarajevo (1996)
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British (2) IB (1) American (1) French (1) German (1)
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FAQs for Bosnia And Herzegovina

What curricula will my child find in Sarajevo’s international schools?
You will find a mix of curricula: British-style (Cambridge/UK), American-style programmes, the French national system, and schools offering the International Baccalaureate; some providers also follow national curricula with international or bilingual elements. Choice depends on the school and the age range offered, so check each school’s published curriculum and exam options.
What languages are used and how is my child supported if they don’t speak them?
English is the most common language of instruction in Sarajevo’s international schools, but French-medium provision and Bosnian-language teaching are also available in certain schools; some campuses offer additional languages such as German or Turkish. Most international schools run English language support or EAL/ESL classes and will assess incoming pupils to place them in appropriate language support groups.
How much should we expect to pay for international schooling in Sarajevo?
Fees vary by school, age and programme and many schools do not publish a full per-grade schedule; independent market data indicate a median true annual cost in the city in the low five-figure US dollar range, but individual tuition lines can be significantly higher or lower. Always ask schools for a full breakdown of what the tuition covers (meals, transport, exam fees, extracurriculars) and for their billing and refund policies before signing.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most international schools in Sarajevo admit new pupils at the start of the academic year in September, but many accept applications year-round subject to space; expect schools to request previous school records, an application form and an interview or short assessment. Early contact with admissions is recommended because smaller international schools can fill places quickly, and schools commonly run placement tests or trial days for children with differing educational backgrounds.
What practical checks should relocating families make when comparing schools?
Ask for evidence of the curriculum and exam pathways, sample timetables, language-support provision, published fees and a full list of extra costs, and any accreditation or inspection reports the school holds. Also check transport and after-school care options, how the school handles transition for late arrivals or non-native speakers, and the school’s published safeguarding and special-educational-needs policies.