Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Nepal

The school uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework with instruction in English and Nepali.

The school is located at Khumaltar Height, Lalitpur, Nepal. It is Nepal's first IB Continuum School. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP), and the National Examination Board. English, Nepali, and French are offered as languages.

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) including Early Years; IB Primary Years Programme; IB Middle Years Programme (MYP); IB Diploma Programme (DP); National Examination Board

Private international IB Continuum School offering day boarding.

Local, NRN, and international students are welcomed; the student community is diverse and multicultural.

Learning Support and Special Educational Needs program.

Nepal

Premier International School offers the IB Continuum from Early Years through Diploma, with a parallel National Examination Board pathway for the senior years. The IB PYP Early Years program serves 3–6-year-olds, followed by IB Primary Years (6–11), IB Middle Years (11–16), and Senior High School (IB Diploma Programme) for ages 16–19. A parallel Senior High School pathway is provided through Nepal's National Examination Board (NEB) for ages 16–19. Language of instruction within the curriculum includes English, Nepali, and French for language acquisition. The IB learning at Premier emphasizes inquiry-led, play-based learning in the Early Years and transdisciplinary inquiry across all IB programmes. Premier is located at Khumaltar Height, Lalitpur, Nepal.

Early Years: 1:3 (adult to student). Primary Years: 1:9. Middle Years: 1:9. Senior High School: 1:9. Ratios vary by program, with smaller class sizes in the Early Years.

80%+ BLE & SEE results each year. 70%+ graduates receive merit-based scholarships nationally or internationally for higher education. 10%+ graduates become entrepreneurs after Grade 10. The Diploma Programme page notes recognition by leading universities and pathways to university study.

Graduates have placements in respected universities around the world. The DP coordinator notes that Premier students have earned placements at leading universities globally, reflecting the university guidance and international exposure provided.

The school provides social/emotional counselling with a dedicated guidance team supported by partner consultants; group workshops and individual counselling help students explore interests, understand opportunities, and prepare for university applications. From Grade 8, each learner receives an individualized career and university plan tailored to their strengths and goals, including SAT/PSAT preparation. Continuous guidance supports subject selection and Nepalese and overseas university admissions to ensure a smooth transition beyond high school.

The SEN framework is inclusive, recognizing diverse backgrounds and learning needs. Identification and support follow a defined process: initial identification/referral, expert consultation/assessment, an individual education plan, and periodic progress reviews. The school aims to provide equal opportunities and tailored support to learners with greater learning differences, working with families and teachers. The approach is designed to foster inclusion and equity for every learner.

The school supports bilingual development in English and Nepali. When students join with limited proficiency, the Language Support Programme provides targeted, compassionate support to bridge gaps and build confidence. Focused scaffolding and individualized guidance help students transition into grade-level learning and participate fully in mainstream classes.

Specialized counselling and language/learning supports contribute to student wellbeing. The guidance team offers group workshops and one-to-one sessions to support mental health, resilience, and readiness for learning, while the university guidance program assists students with future planning and transition.

The campus features secure entry systems and a safe, stimulating environment. The school is earthquake-resistant and conducts regular fire and earthquake drills, safety audits, and ongoing first aid and fire safety training for staff.

1. Summit Your Application.
The admission process for international and NRN students follows three simple steps and is typically completed within 2–5 business days. Applicants submit an online application. This step initiates the admission process.

2. Interaction with Student and Family.
This step involves interaction with the student and family. It is listed as the second step in the international admission pathway. The admission guide for international and NRN students outlines this step as part of the three-step process.

3. Decision.
The final step is the decision. The process is described as a three-step pathway for international/NRN admissions.

The school is located in Sanobharyang, Kathmandu.

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) are offered.

IB Continuum international school offering PYP, MYP and DP.

The school provides day schooling; there are no boarding facilities.

There is a cafeteria on site.

Privately owned; governance by private management led by the Managing Director Mina Maharjan.

The school offers an IB Continuum with Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP is implemented for preschool to Grade 5, and the MYP for Grades 6–10. The Diploma Programme (for students aged 16–19) provides a six-subject curriculum across six groups: Studies in language and literature; Language acquisition; Individuals and societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and The arts, with three core requirements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The DP is recognized by leading universities worldwide and equips students for university study and beyond. Swostishree Gurukul offers a multifaceted and balanced curriculum for grade K-12 within the Nepal Government's National Curriculum framework while integrating IB philosophy across its programs.

Equips students for university study and beyond. The Diploma Programme is recognized by leading universities around the world.

Step 1: Admission Enquiry:
Submit the online Enquiry Form or visit the school admissions office. Our counsellor will get back to you to answer your questions and collect the required information.

Step 2: Registration:
The parents are requested to visit the School Admission Office, fill out the registration form (can be filled online). The registration collects essential information to begin the admission process; an online registration option is available.

Step 3:
School Visit & Interaction with the Team: Parents/Guardians are invited to visit the school campus to understand the culture and ethos of the Institution. A meeting can be scheduled with the Principal or the team, so parents can have an interaction, ask questions and collect information. A meeting can also be arranged with the Principal or any other faculty member that you may wish to see.

Step 4: Form submission:
The parent needs to fill up the admission form and ensure all documents are in order (as mentioned in the Admission Form). The following documents need to be submitted along with the Admission Form: Copy of the Birth Certificate; Copy of Report Card of previous year. List of documents required at the time of admission: Evidence of having graduated from the previous class; 4 photographs of student; 2 photographs of parents and guardians; Original TC from the previous school; Original Certificates may be produced at the time of admission for verification; Photocopy of Passport if available (this is mandatory for overseas students). The Admission documentation booklet must also be completed and duly signed by both Parents. Acceptance of Admission: Students are admitted on First Come, First Served basis depending on vacancies. We conduct no formal interviews with the child or the parent. Selected candidates will be required to make the fee payment within 7 days of the declaration of the result. The school reserves the right to admissions. In all matters pertaining to admission, the decision of the Admission Committee will be final.

Step 5: Payment of Fees:
Once the above steps are satisfactorily completed parents will receive an admission offer and may pay the applicable fees to confirm admission. Step 6: Parent Orientation Program: There will be a parent orientation program before the beginning of the new academic session. This program will acquaint the parents with the Vision, Mission & Ethos of the school. Today's education, tomorrow's leadership.

If a deposit is not made by the given date the place will be offered to another student on the waiting list.

Khumaltar, Lalitpur-15, Kathmandu, Nepal

Grades One to Twelve

IB World School

Nepal

The school does not require uniforms; there is a dress code to maintain civility and avoid fashion-related competition and envy among students.

The school runs five cafeterias; serves hot vegetarian lunches to all students; breakfast is provided to elementary grades (Tier I & II) and an afternoon snack is available to elementary and secondary grades. The Food Committee prepares menus with a nutrition expert, and meals are prepared in a modern kitchen under the direction of a professional chef.

Owner: Ullens Education Foundation (UEF) – a privately managed public institution. Ullens School is governed by the School Management Committee (SMC) in accordance with the Education Act of the Government of Nepal; Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba is the chairperson of the SMC. Ullens Education Foundation runs two Ullens School campuses in Kathmandu Valley: Khumaltar, Lalitpur and Bansbari, Kathmandu. The school operates on a non-profit basis, and parental input helps determine the fee structure through a joint UEF–SMC process.

Ullens School offers a multifaceted and balanced curriculum for Grades 1–12, aligned with the Nepal Government's National Curriculum. The curriculum is delivered through the Bank Street approach to teaching, and Ullens partners with the Bank Street College of Education in New York. Classes are taught in English, with students learning to speak and write in Nepali and English; from Grades 4 to 8, students study Mandarin. The program emphasizes experiential learning with hands-on activities, field trips, and the use of interactive whiteboards and ICT resources. Ullens School also offers both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the Nepal National Curriculum (NEB).

An academic counseling centre provides guidance for university admission, including university selection, applications, essays, and entrance examinations such as TOEFL, IELTS, and SAT.

Ullens is committed to helping every child be successful. Teachers differentiate and tailor instruction to meet diverse learners. A school counselor supports students with behavioral, social, and emotional issues, with confidentiality maintained in counseling sessions. When problems persist, the Student Study Committee advises on interventions and may refer students to the counselor for support. Counseling and support services are integrated within school programs to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs, including counseling services in the IBDP program.

Ullens differentiates instruction to address diverse learners. Teachers develop differentiated and child-specific strategies to help each student meet grade-level expectations. When a student experiences academic difficulties, teachers provide individual or small-group support to minimize gaps between age and grade or between grade and achievement. A school counselor is available for students to work on behavioral, social, and emotional issues. The Student Study Committee addresses academic and behavioral difficulties and may refer the student to the counselor if problems persist.

Classes are taught in English. Students learn to speak and write in both Nepali and English. All students from Grades Four to Eight study Mandarin. The school emphasizes language development through an experiential, Bank Street–informed approach and collaboration with Bank Street College of Education.

A school counselor is available to support students with behavioral, social, and emotional issues, with confidentiality maintained. Counseling services address social and emotional wellbeing as a core part of student life. The Student Study Committee addresses behavioral and academic difficulties and may refer students to counseling as needed. Counseling services are mentioned as part of IBDP programming to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs.

Ullens operates a Child Protection Policy with a zero-tolerance stance toward violations of children's rights and abuse. The policy is based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Nepalese law, and includes a Code of Conduct and procedures for reporting and responding to abuse. All Board of Trustees, staff, interns, and volunteers sign the policy prior to assuming duty, with translations into Nepali and mandatory induction. The policy outlines reporting channels and immediate action on concerns, and is regularly reviewed. Safeguarding practices include supervision of activities and prohibition of corporal punishment.

Step 1: Parents/guardians register their child's name in the admissions log at the School's reception. The registration triggers the Admissions Office to begin the admissions process. The office invites the family to an orientation that presents the academic program and includes a school tour.

Step 2: The Admissions Office contacts the family to schedule the orientation. The orientation includes a session by the Principal on the academic program. A school tour is provided during the orientation.

Step 3: Parents/Guardians collect the application package from the Admissions Office. The application form is available at the Office. Two forms exist: one for Grade One to Ten and one for Senior High School and IBDP. The package includes all documents required.

Step 4: Parents/Guardians fill out and submit the application form to the Admissions Office. The Admissions Office will set a date and time for placement assessment and an interview. For Grade I, the assessment is a placement test with a parent interview; for IBDP and Grade XI there is a written mathematics and English test followed by a short student interview.

Step 5: Parents/Guardians and students will be notified by telephone or email if accepted. The notification confirms whether a place is offered. Families receive guidance on next enrollment steps.

Step 6: Upon admission, an acceptance letter and a deposit voucher are issued. The deposit confirms admission and covers liable fees. If the deposit is not paid by the given date, the seat is forfeited and a seat from the waiting list may be offered.

Step 7: Parents/guardians attend an Open House. They receive a handbook, curriculum and other necessary documents. Open House provides essential information before the term begins.

Twenty percent of students benefit from the scholarship program. The Ullens Excellence Award supports academically high achieving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The award began in 2018 for the IB Diploma Programme and in 2019 for the NEB level. Selection is conducted by a committee including representatives from the Board, the Executive Committee, the Principal, the Vice-Principal and coordinators of IBDP and NEB; announcements are posted via media and Ullens social media. An application form can be downloaded.

Waitlist Form allows interested candidates to submit their details to be placed on the waitlist. We will prioritize waitlisted applications if seats become available in the new academic session.