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Dzirnavu iela 16, Riga, Latvia; central Riga; the only international school in the center of Riga.
Pre-school, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School.
International school (German international school).
More than 25 nationalities represented.
Germany
08:00 - 18:30, Monday to Friday.
All meals are provided by a licensed external catering company that prepares meals according to the standards set by the Latvian Ministry of Education. The weekly menu is posted each week. From September 2022, meals are billed monthly at a flat rate based on the number of school/kindergarten days in the calendar month, regardless of attendance. If a child has a food allergy, parents must provide a medical certificate so the caterer can prepare an individual meal (EUR 1 per day extra). Parents and children must not bring food from home. Water is available in school areas and cafeterias. Birthday cakes may be allowed with teacher coordination. If there are concerns about meals or special diets, they can be discussed with the principal or head of administration.
Primary school students learn German, English and a third language. At the kindergarten and daycare level, German-speaking local assistants support the German teachers, who also understand Latvian, Russian and English.
At the pre-school and kindergarten levels the primary staff from Germany are supported by local German-speaking teaching assistants who also understand Latvian, Russian and English.
The school is open to residents of Latvia as well as to international students whose parents stay in Latvia temporarily. There is a Policy on admission outlining the admission criteria.
Jaunā iela 8, Piņķi, Babītes pagasts, Mārupe Municipality, LV-2107, Latvia. Piņķi is a residential area near Riga. The campus is accessible by road and has a bus service twice a day.
K-12 international school; Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, and High School are offered.
International school (K-12) with boarding for high school students; instruction in English with strong mother tongue support in Latvian, Russian, and French.
Over 360 students and 100 staff represent roughly 35 nationalities.
Online learning support and group sessions are available on request; translation assistance is provided on the first day; groups are 4–11 children to tailor attention to learning needs.
Latvia
Bus service twice a day.
Boarding for high school students. Bus service twice a day.
All-inclusive, high-quality dining, including breakfast, lunch and two snacks.
The school is governed by a School Board of Trustees.
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for preschool through primary; Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for Grades 6–9; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in high school. Courses taught in English with strong mother tongue support programs in Latvian, Russian, and French.
The first IB DP graduating class surpassed the world average in IB DP exams; 44% of diploma recipients earned a bilingual diploma; one student achieved a perfect IB DP score (45).
Students have been accepted to leading universities in the UK, Europe, and the USA, including a Williams College recipient (full scholarship) in the United States.
EIS offers a High School Scholarship Competition with one 100% scholarship and four up to 90% scholarships; over four years more than 15 scholarships have been awarded; scholarship graduates include a student with a perfect IB DP score (45) and admissions to Williams College, plus other Olympiad and academic achievements.
The school provides a carefully planned pastoral care program to support the well-being of every student. Boarding staff are on duty 24 hours a day to ensure care and safety for boarders. A dedicated School Psychologist is available, and there is a College and Career Counselling Program to support personal development and future planning. A Safeguarding Lead is available on school days to handle safeguarding matters. Teachers offer after‑school consultation times and provide additional individual support as needed. The Exupery community emphasizes a welcoming, caring environment that fosters international-mindedness and holistic development.
The Learning Support program focuses on three fundamental areas: English as an Additional Language, Learning Support, and Psychological Support. Students who require assistance can access Learning Support services. Psychological Support is part of the student support framework. The program is designed to respond to learners' needs within the school's international framework.
English is the language of instruction. The school provides robust EAL support through its Student Support Programs. Students who arrive with language proficiency below the required level may be admitted if they attend additional language support sessions. Students who need extra support work with language specialists to develop English proficiency within lessons and/or in pull‑out sessions, with the duration of support determined by the language team. The school also offers mother tongue programs for Latvijas, Russian, and French to support multilingualism.
The school prioritizes student well‑being through a carefully planned pastoral care program. Boarding staff are on duty 24/7 to support boarders' welfare. A School Psychologist is available to assist with mental health needs, and there is a College and Career Counselling Program to support personal development. The learning support framework includes Psychological Support as a core area. A Safeguarding Lead is available on school days to address safeguarding concerns.
Exceptional Care & Safety includes safeguarding provisions with dedicated staff on hand. Boarders have 24‑hour boarding staff, and there is a Security Guard on duty at all times. English language learners support is available as part of safeguarding the welfare of students. A dedicated School Psychologist and a Safeguarding Lead are available on school days to ensure safeguarding and welfare.
The school enrolls students aged 2.5 to 18 and delivers IB PYP, IGCSE, and IB DP programs with English as the language of instruction and strong mother tongue support in Latvian, Russian, and French. The Admissions Team reviews each application and, if eligibility and space exist, directs the applicant to the appropriate assessment; extra information may be requested, and High School applicants may be interviewed with the Head of Teaching and Learning or the IB Coordinator. Interviews and assessments differ by level: Preschool (1.5–6 years) requires an official copy of the last term/year report for Grades 2–9 or the last two years for Grades 10–12, plus a “trial day” and a family meeting with the Preschool leadership; School applicants (Grades 1–12) undergo a placement diagnostic test for Grades 1–2, an online English placement test and a writing assessment, and interviews with the school psychologist and family, with an additional Head of High School interview for Grades 10–12 if required. Applicants must demonstrate an English level appropriate to their grade (e.g., Grade 1 at A1, Grade 7 at B1, Grade 11 at C1). Admissions results are communicated by email within 5 working days after testing and interviews; to enroll, submit a signed Enrollment Application, read and accept Terms and Conditions (and Boarding Terms if applicable), sign the Payment Schedule, and sign the Family/Boarding Handbook. Invoices from the Financial Department are issued after you confirm; enrollment is confirmed upon payment. Additional documents before joining include medical forms (Form 026/U) and vaccination documents for Preschool, or medical statements and previous school transcripts for international families, and all applicants must present a valid passport/ID and the birth certificate. Fees information is published in the school's fee PDF, and there are municipal co-financing arrangements for Preschool in certain districts; scholarships exist for High School, with details published by the Admissions team.
High School scholarships are offered; The Scholarship Competition for 2025/2026 is closed, and a new scholarship program for 2027–2028 will be announced in fall 2025, with details published by the Admissions team. Scholarships are open to applicants who have completed Grade 9 or Grade 10 and who continue into the IB Diploma Programme at Exupery; amounts can cover up to 100% of tuition for day or boarding, and recipients come from multiple countries including Brazil, China, Georgia, Latvia, Kazakhstan, Malta, Russia and Ukraine. For inquiries, contact admissions@exupery.lv or +371 266 22 777.
Located in Riga city centre (Riga Centrs), beside Viesturdarzs Park. The central location offers easy access for families in the region. Proximity to museums, embassies and historic sites supports real-world learning opportunities.
Early childhood through elementary, from 2.5 years to 12 years. It blends Montessori with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).
English-medium, co-educational school blending Montessori and IB PYP.
Afternoon classes to maintain students' home languages in Latvian, Russian, and Ukrainian.
Core school day runs 9:00–15:30; preschool until 16:30; extended day until 17:00.
Meal plan meets the Ministry of Health guidelines. All students receive a morning snack, a balanced lunch, and a healthy afternoon snack; preschool students also receive breakfast. Students may bring their own snacks and lunch from home.
IMSOL teaches in English and follows a Montessori-integrated IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework. The Preschool Program (ages 2.5–6) combines the Montessori Method with IB PYP Early Years, emphasizing child-centered, inquiry-based learning in mixed-age classrooms. The Elementary Program (ages 6–12) blends Montessori with the IB PYP, uses the IB Scope and Sequence for Science and Social Studies, and integrates Common Core standards for Language and Math. IMSOL is a candidate IB World School pursuing authorization for the PYP, and holds dual accreditation with the International Baccalaureate PYP and Waterpark Montessori Institute. The school supports multilingual language development and maintains English as the language of instruction.
The school emphasizes social, emotional, and physical development as part of holistic education.
Montessori-trained teachers create individualized learning plans to accommodate different learning styles.
Our English as an Additional Language (EAL) program is embedded in the morning work cycle with individualized language support in literacy, vocabulary, and sentence formation. The program uses the WIDA framework to support language development, and progress is assessed annually with the WIDA assessment. All new students for whom English is not their home language are screened with the WIDA screener. Proficiency in English is not a prerequisite for admissions.
The school supports social, emotional, and physical development as part of holistic growth for every child.
A Safety Policy is in place.
Continuity of Education: a seamless educational journey from early childhood (2.5 years) to elementary (9 years), with plans to extend to age 12 in the near future. Unique Montessori & IB PYP: the first and only school in the region to blend Montessori and the IB Primary Years Program. High-Quality Home Language Support: afternoon classes to maintain Latvian, Russian, and Ukrainian home languages. Beautiful Learning Environment: spacious, clean, and well-lit classrooms, proximity to parks and museums. Central Location: located in the heart of Riga. Language of instruction: English.
Meistaru iela 2, Piņķi, Babītes pag., Mārupes novads, LV-2107, Latvia.
Early Years Programme (3-6 years); Primary Years Programme (6-11 years); Middle Years Programme (11-16 years); Diploma Programme (16-19 years).
The International School of Latvia offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Early Years Programme, Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme.
Over 45 nationalities are represented among ISL students.
Learning Support; English as an Additional Language; and Mother Tongue are provided.
The school is located in Latvia.
Transportation is available via a school bus. The transportation section lists a school bus fee per student from Riga (Mezaparks) and Jurmala of EUR 2300 (including VAT). For occasional use, the price per route is EUR 9.00, or EUR 18.00 per round trip.
ISL is a day school; there are no boarding facilities.
There is no school uniform.
ISL's Cafeteria offers hot lunches from a set menu for PreK-G1 or a hot buffet for G2-G12. The program follows Latvian government guidelines for low salt and low sugar and avoids fried/processed foods, with vegetarian and vegan options. Secondary students can purchase salads or sandwiches; breakfast items, healthy snacks, juice and bottled water are available at designated times.
ISL is governed by the Governing Council, a seven-member voting body elected from among the Association members, with a non-voting member appointed by the U.S. Ambassador. The Association “International School of Latvia” is a non-profit organization, with revenues expended in pursuit of its academic objectives and funding from tuition, registration, and capital fees, grants and aid-in-kind assistance.
The International School of Latvia offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum across all levels: Early Years Programme (2-6 years); Primary Years Programme (6-11 years); Middle Years Programme (11-16 years); and Diploma Programme (16-19 years).
IB Diploma Programme results include the average points; more than 30% of students earned a score of 36 or higher; the highest score achieved by a candidate in 2022 was 45; a portion of IB diploma candidates earned their IB Diploma.
100% ISL graduates receive a four-year college acceptance.
ISL has a School Counseling team that promotes the academic, personal, and social development of all students. The Counseling offices are safe, confidential, non-judgmental spaces where students, parents and staff can share concerns. Counselors collaborate with parents and teachers to meet students' social and emotional needs. They provide individual and group counseling, classroom lessons, and school-wide programs. Counselors are advocates for the social-emotional-behavioral well-being of the ISL community and are not therapists or disciplinarians.
ISL provides Learning Support (LSS) and serves students with learning needs. LSS supports students with learning difficulties and provides challenges for highly gifted students. LSS staff includes teachers from the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, France, India, Canada, Russia, Latvia, Morocco, Romania, and Germany. ISL is an IB World School offering all three IB programs for students from ages 2 to 18. The student to teacher ratio is 6 to 1 and the average class size is 17.
ISL assesses English language proficiency at admission. For Grades 1-5, an EAL (English as an Additional Language) program is prescribed as necessary after assessment. Non-native English-speaking students applying for Grades 6-12 may be asked to pass an English proficiency test. For entry into the IB Diploma program in Grade 11, students must demonstrate advanced proficiency in English (B2-C1). ISL currently supports students who have mild-to-moderate disabilities.
ISL supports mental wellbeing through a Counseling program. School Counselors promote the academic, personal, and social development of all students and offer safe, confidential spaces to discuss concerns. They collaborate with parents and teachers to meet social and emotional needs and provide individual and group counseling, classroom lessons, and school-wide programs. Counselors are advocates for the social-emotional-behavioral well-being of students and the ISL community, and they are not therapists or disciplinarians.
ISL requires criminal background checks and verifiable references from all employees and follows the recommendations of the International Center for Missing and Exploited Children. As a CEESA member school, ISL aligns with CEESA safeguarding and child protection standards, which prioritize safeguarding and child protection as a priority for every CEESA school and include prevention and intervention. CEESA works with international agencies to ensure standards are reviewed and updated. CEESA schools implement school-based safeguarding and child protection policies and provide onsite training, employ safe recruitment practices, and educate students and adults on safeguarding and child protection. This ensures a safe environment for all members of the ISL community.
1. Contact the ISL Admissions Coordinator. The school provides information by telephone or email. Admissions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
2. Sign up for the school tour. Tours are arranged after you fill out the VISIT ISL SIGN UP FORM, and the school learns more about your family's needs. A personalized 1:1 meeting with the admissions coordinator will be arranged to discuss your questions and to discover more about the school's educational offer.
3. Submit Application. The school requires the completed online Application Form; a copy of recent school report cards translated into English (last 3 years); reference forms: English Teacher and Principal, Counselor or Main teacher; a copy of your child's passport and birth certificate; a copy of the parents' passports; on the last step pay a non-refundable admission fee of 50 EUR.
4. Application Review. The Admissions Committee will review each fully completed application (usually 5-10 business days) and you will be notified of the decision as soon as possible. The applicant may be invited for an English language test (if applicable) and/or an onsite interview if needed.
5. Enrollment. If admitted and space is available, you will receive an Enrollment Contract which, upon return, confirms enrollment. An invoice will be issued and the admissions officer will provide information about the first day of school.
ISL has a thriving scholarship program that provides educational opportunities to students from Latvia. Over 10 years, 18 scholarship recipients have graduated from ISL, with graduates attending universities such as the University of Edinburgh, NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU Shanghai, and more. ISL will continue to offer scholarships to enter Grade 10 for two students each year—one primarily reserved for a Mārupe region Secondary School student and a second for a student from any other school in Latvia.
Funding provided: Full tuition fees until graduation. The scholarship is reviewed if academic performance, attendance, behavior or other concerns arise.
Application / Process Timeline (2026): Applications open in mid January 2026; February 26, 2026 – Scholarship Presentation; March 20, 2026 – deadline for fully completed applications (including report cards for last 2 years, the current year, and 2 confidential reference forms); March 31, 2026 – English and Math testing; April 22-23, 2026 – Applicant Interviews; April 30, 2026 – Parent Interviews; May 6-11, 2026 – Final decision.
Who can apply: Internationally-minded, academically driven 9th grade students who are Latvian citizens and have attended a Latvian state/public school for the last three years.
How to apply: All scholarship applicants submit via the Open Apply system. In the application, include “Application for Scholarship.” The form requires applicant and parent details, report cards for the last 2 years, current year, and 2 reference forms from the current school's principal/director and the student's English teacher. This information remains confidential within the Scholarship Committee. A 50 EUR application fee applies, which is refunded to all after the scholarship process finishes.
Scholarship student profile: The school seeks a strong fit with ISL and the IB program, willingness to engage in community activities, maturity and enthusiasm, strong academics with English proficiency, consistent attendance, involvement outside the classroom, positive behavior, commitment to ISL from enrollment to graduation, and parental support for the ISL mission and values.
Wait lists exist for some grades as the school is near full capacity. The school accepts applications throughout the year. If a class is full, your application will be placed on a wait list and you will be periodically informed about the status. If space becomes available, ISL enrolls students throughout the year.
Located in Pinki (Piņķi), Marupe Novads, Latvia, between Riga and Jurmala. The campus is a 20,000 m² site at Turaidas iela 1, Pinki, LV-2107 Latvia, and is surrounded by a private forest. It features specialist classrooms, modern science laboratories, and facilities for sports and the arts.
Pre-Nursery to Year 13 (ages 2 to 18). Early Years 2–5; Primary 5–11; Secondary 11–18; Cambridge IGCSE 14–16; IB Diploma Programme 16–18.
British international school; part of the King's Group and Inspired Education.
Thirteen nationalities represented; the largest groups are Russian and Latvian at around 30% each, with British at 9% and American at 8%.
British
Christian
Door-to-Door Bus Service: two routes to and from the school (Riga City and Jurmala areas); both operate in the morning and at the end of the school day; an additional Riga route serves after-school activities. Buses are equipped with WhatsApp location tracking and a bus monitor; all buses have seatbelts and dashboard cameras.
All students must wear the school uniform correctly on campus and when travelling to and from school. Uniforms can be purchased year-round from the online uniform shop; login details are provided by the school reception, and orders can be delivered to the school or to the home.
The school provides meals on-site, including breakfast, a three-course lunch, and an afternoon snack, with all meals included in school fees. The weekly menu is shared in advance and prepared on-site following Latvian Health Ministry guidelines and the Latvian State menu planning system; meals can be tailored for allergies or dietary restrictions with a doctor's certificate. No deep-fried foods are served.
Students are members of a house team and collect house points to encourage friendly competition between the houses.
King's College Latvia is part of the King's College Schools Group and Inspired Education Group. The school joined the Inspired Education Group in 2019.
The school teaches the British international curriculum from Early Years to IGCSE and offers the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16 to 18.
IGCSE Results: 38% achieved 9-8; 47% achieved 9-7; Pass rate 100%. IBDP results: 2025 Top IBDP score 40.
The school provides bespoke university and career counselling from Year 10. 90% of Inspired graduates are accepted into their first-choice universities worldwide, with a third securing places at Ivy League or Russell Group institutions.
The school has a counsellor available to all students and a safeguarding system to support welfare and safety. The ethos is that all adults are responsible for wellbeing, creating a warm and caring environment with strong staff–student relationships; students feel safe and supported. All staff undergo annual safeguarding training; the safeguarding team includes a designated safeguarding lead and deputy safeguarding leads; concerns are recorded and acted on using the My Concern system.
SEND provision exists and there are plans to develop it further to meet the needs of all students requiring additional support.
There is currently no formal English Additional Language (EAL) program for students entering with little or no English. English is the language of instruction across the school, with Latvian Language and Literature A and English B offered to meet the needs of local and international students; in the early years many children join with limited English and a language-rich approach is used to support development.
A school counsellor is available to all students. The school places a high priority on welfare and safety, with a warm and caring ethos and strong relationships between staff and students.
All staff undergo annual safeguarding training. The safeguarding team includes a designated safeguarding lead (DSL) and deputy safeguarding leads; outside providers have police checks and safeguarding training; the school uses Inspired's My Concern to record concerns; safeguarding policies are regularly reviewed.
King's College Latvia accepts new students throughout the academic year, subject to space. The process is: make an enquiry or complete the application form; visit the campus (online interviews available if an in-person visit is not possible); admission test and interview (Key Stage 2 and above take a Cognitive Ability Test, CAT4, followed by an interview); receive a formal offer if there is space; upon acceptance, pay the enrolment fee to secure the place. Entry requirements by stage include: Early Years (ages 2–5) require no prior English knowledge; Pre-Nursery (ages 2–3) must be 2 by August 31 and visit with parents; Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) requires Nursery/Reception visits with parents; Primary (ages 5–11) includes English reading/writing assessment for KS1 and tests in Mathematics, Reading, Writing, and Non-Verbal Reasoning for KS2, with past school reports and a CAT4 baseline; EAL support is available if needed (not included in tuition); Secondary (ages 11–18) includes CAT4 for KS3, English proficiency requirements, and possible EAL support; Year 10 entrants take entrance exams in Mathematics, Reading, Writing, and Non-Verbal Reasoning; Year 11 entrants must have completed Year 10 in the British system with matching GCSE/IGCSE boards; IB Diploma (Years 12–13) requires an interview; Year 13 admissions are considered case-by-case. The school publishes a curriculum alignment with the Latvian national system and the USA system. English-language instruction is central, with EAL support available (not included in tuition).
Academic Scholarships in Latvia: Open to high-achieving Latvian students currently in Grades 9 and 10; recipients enter Year 12 to study the IB Diploma Programme; scholarships provide fee reductions up to 100%; applications are open until 27 March 2026; programme is delivered in English with university and careers counselling. Nsouli Scholars: The Nsouli Scholars Programme enables 50 students at Inspired schools to attend on a full scholarship for the duration of their education; scholarships are awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin; the program supports a broad range of academic, sports, arts and enrichment opportunities across Inspired schools.
The International School Premjers is located in Riga, Latvia. Address: Valerijas Seilas street 1-7, Riga, LV-1019. It operates as an IB World School offering Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. It is a private day school.
Primary Years Programme (grades 1-4); Middle Years Programme (MYP); Diploma Programme (DP)
Private IB World School (Day school)
The school is a limited liability company named International School Premjers. The founders are Romana Djakoņa and Denisa Djakoņa; the legal address is Ludzas iela 91, Riga, LV-1003, and the IB program location is Lomonosova iela 1 k-7, Riga, LV-1019. The head is appointed by the Founder, and the rights and duties of the head and deputy are defined in their employment contract and job description; the head leads development planning and is directly responsible for implementing the IB programs; the founder finances the school.
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1–4, Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Instruction is English; language policy includes Latvian, Russian, and one additional language (Spanish, French, or German). The school welcomes multiple languages and focuses on English, Spanish, French, and German.
Graduates are fully eligible to continue their studies at universities in Latvia and pursue higher education opportunities abroad.
The school promotes healthy relationships and ethical responsibility. Through collaboration, open communication, and a safe learning environment designed to meet diverse learning needs, the school supports student well-being and personal growth.
The Inclusion / SEN Policy recognises responsibility to identify and provide support for students with special educational needs, offering accommodations, modifications, and, when needed, Individual Education Plans (IEPs). The policy defines SEN as including mild to moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and behavioral differences, medical conditions, speech differences, and mild to moderate visual/aural impairments. The school admits students with learning differences and integrates them into mainstream classes with options such as mainstream with in-class support, mainstream with withdrawal and in-class support, or mainstream with withdrawal support. The school is not equipped to educate children with moderate-to-severe learning or physical handicaps. Learning support includes accommodations, modifications, differentiated instruction, and collaboration among staff and families, with documentation through IEPs and case files. Identification procedures rely on referrals, assessments, and regular review of progress, with parent involvement and ongoing collaboration among teachers, the Head of School, Learning Support Coordinator, and other staff.
English is the language of instruction. EAL learning support consists of four extra classes per week, with in-class support to maximize language use in meaningful contexts. Guided Reading and Project Time support English development, and all teachers act as language teachers, providing bilingual guidance. Mother-tongue support is promoted, with Russian offered as a native language and arrangements available to add other mother-tongue courses when requested. Latvian Studies are taught to all students (three hours per week) to support integration into Latvian society. English is the language of instruction, and English, Russian, and Latvian are offered as independent language courses to strengthen language proficiency.
The school provides an emotionally and physically safe learning environment to support student well-being. Learning support addresses social and emotional needs, including support for emotional difficulties, with collaboration between the Head of School, Learning Support Coordinator, and School Counselor. Regular communication with parents and the development of Individual Education Plans contribute to students' well-being and personal growth.
The school aims to provide a safe and supportive learning environment, with safeguarding as a core concern. It emphasizes informing parents and involving outside agencies or resources when appropriate to meet student needs and remove barriers to learning. The policy also highlights inclusive practices and emphasizes emotional and physical safety within the learning environment.
1. Complete and submit a registration form on International School Premjers' website. On receipt, the school's representative contacts the applicant to arrange a meeting and entry tests time. 2. Meet with the Programme Coordinator to discuss the school's educational offerings and visit the school. 3. Trial day and/or entry tests (where appropriate). For Diploma Programme (DP) applicants, entry tests in Mathematics and English and an interview are required; the interview assesses English proficiency (minimum level typically B2) and general suitability; if language is insufficient, language training may be offered. 4. Decision on admission by the Educational Leadership Team. 5. Invitation to enroll or be placed on a waiting list. 6. To enroll, families provide supporting documents: a) an application form by parents (filled on-site); b) a birth certificate copy and/or a copy of the applicant's passport identification page; c) proof of enrollment from a previous nursery or preschool (if applicable, for Grade 1); d) a copy of the document certifying previously acquired education or partial education (report cards), presenting the original (for Grades 2–11); e) a copy of the residence permit (for foreign citizens); f) a student's medical card (form No. 026/u). 7. Any decisions regarding admission into the programme must be approved by the student's parents, who sign the agreement with International School Premjers and pay the required fees according to the agreement. All required application documents originally produced in a language other than English or Latvian should be accompanied by English translations. The School reserves the right to contact previous schools for verification of information.
Applicants may be invited to enroll or be placed on a waiting list.
Riga, Latvia; Primary Campus at Kalnciema iela 118, Riga LV-1046; Secondary Campus at Skanstes iela 27, Riga LV-1013.
Early Years (2–6), Primary (6–11), Middle School (11–15), High School (15–18).
Private international school
47 nationalities represented; 314 students.
Learning support provided in Primary and Secondary, including support for non-native English speakers and students with mild to moderate learning needs; a learning support team collaborates with teachers; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available in both Primary and Secondary; MAP growth tests are used for assessment; a school counselor is in place.
Latvia
Daily bus service to/from both campuses; Route
The school does not require a formal uniform; students are expected to dress appropriately for a school setting.
Lunch: ISR provides a hot lunch program.
The school has a house system with four houses named after Latvian castles: Cēsis, Bauska, Rundāle, and Turaida.
The school is a non-profit private school governed by an elected School Council. The ISR Board of Directors is elected by members at the Annual General Meeting; membership is automatically conferred on parents or guardians of enrolled students; the Director oversees daily operations.
Middle School uses the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). Middle School students take English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, a Language (Latvian or French), an additional language (Latvian, French or Spanish), Physical Education, Technology, Art and Music. The High School programme is a 4-year university preparatory curriculum; ISR offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades 11-12 and is a Candidate School for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).
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100% university acceptance rate per applicant; in 2024 graduates gained acceptances to 40 universities across diverse regions.
Gifted and talented is a field on the ISR Admissions Form.
The school provides a school counselor who delivers direct assistance to students through private conversations, group sessions, or classroom activities. The counselor addresses exam stress, anxiety, self image, peer relations, and difficult emotions and works with teachers to provide positive learning experiences. Learning Support helps non native English speakers and students with mild to moderate learning needs, coordinating with teachers from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and tailoring plans based on data driven goals. The program extends to the wider community with parents invited to engage with the support team. The secondary Mission and Service program is student led and supports social responsibility, leadership, and reflection, while CAS supports personal development. The school ethos is a respectful, learning focused community.
Learning Support in Primary and Secondary states that every child can reach their full potential. The school creates supportive structures for all students including non native English speakers, students with mild to moderate learning needs and highly achieving individuals. A learning support specialist collaborates with teachers from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and regularly updates teachers with best practices as relates to student support. Each child seen by the support team has a specific plan tailored to their needs guided by data driven goals and coordinated by grade level teachers, aides, support staff, administration, outside service providers where possible, and parents. Learning support extends to the entire ISR community.
In Primary, all students are fully immersed in an English speaking learning environment. English Language Arts is integrated in all units of IB PYP and taught with an inquiry based approach. Students who are new to English or performing below grade level receive small group EAL support and in class assistance from our support teachers on a daily basis. Non native English speakers can participate in an EAL after school activity to boost literacy and phonics. In Secondary, the EAL program is fully adapted to prepare students for the Cambridge IGCSE and A Level. New students with limited English skills receive support upon starting at ISR. Non native speaking students receive EAL support from three to six periods of modern language instruction each week in Middle School and in High School EAL classes take place during three language periods to enhance their learning in mainstream classes.
The school recognizes that the Covid 19 pandemic and other global risk factors have increased stress among students and prioritizes socio emotional well being through a supportive counseling program. The School Counselor delivers direct support to students, ranging from private conversations to group sessions or classroom activities, and topics often include exam stress, anxiety, self image, peer relations, and difficult emotions. The counselor also collaborates with teachers to provide positive learning experiences and may observe students in school settings to offer recommendations.
The Child Protection Policy is based upon International and Latvian law and on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. All ISR staff value partnership with parents in providing for the safety and care of children. ISR has endorsed a Child Protection Policy that defines the standards as to how all ISR students will be treated, that is with respect and dignity at all times.
1. Fill the online Application Form. 2. Submit supporting documents: copy of applicant's passport; transcripts for the current and previous school year; confidential teacher recommendation forms (two for Primary; three for Secondary); applicant questionnaire (grades 3 through 12); application for School Bus Service (if applicable); and any documentation related to special education needs if indicated. Transcripts and recommendation forms must be sent directly from the issuing school; documents not in English must be accompanied by an English translation; all documents become the property of ISR. 3. Complete the admissions assessment (grades 3 through 12). After the application and all supporting documents are received, a member of the Admissions team will contact you to schedule the admissions assessment, which lasts 60-90 minutes. Overseas applicants may arrange testing online. 4. The Admissions Committee reviews the file and makes decisions, which may be: acceptance and placement with an offer to enrol; acceptance and placement with a conditional offer to enrol; an offer to be placed in a waitpool; or refusal of admission. 5. Wait for decision. Decisions are usually communicated within two weeks. 6. Additional notes: ISR offers rolling admissions with no deadlines; if a grade level is full, a waitpool is maintained and applicants are contacted when places become available; decisions may involve additional interviews if required.
ISR maintains a waitpool when a grade level is full; accepted applicants are placed in the waitpool and considered for offers when a place becomes available. A combination of factors is used in waitpool decisions, including applicants relocating to Riga who have not studied in a local language; applicants whose parents work at ISR; applicants with siblings already enrolled; and the date of application completion. If an applicant is accepted and placed in the waitpool for a grade in a given school year, they remain eligible for an offer for that grade during that year. Applicants who wish to stay in the waitpool for the next school year should submit updated supporting documentation or re-apply in full.
