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The International School of Azerbaijan (TISA) is an IB World School in Baku for ages 2 to 18, offering the IB continuum: PYP, MYP and DP, with English as the language of instruction. The school operates on a purpose-built campus in the Yeni Yasamal district where the Early Learning Centre and Primary and Secondary sections share the site. Facilities include two libraries, dedicated spaces for visual arts, science and technology, plus an ELC kitchen and dining area, outdoor play spaces, a garden, and a small forest to support year-round discovery. The curriculum blends inquiry-based PYP learning with regional standards for Maths (AERO), ELA (AERO) and Science (ACARA), integrated within the IB Programme of Inquiry. Languages from Grade 2 include French, Spanish and Azerbaijani or English; EAL support aligns with WIDA. The school holds CIS and IBO accreditation through 2028 and was licensed by the Azerbaijani Ministry of Education in 2017.
The International School of Azerbaijan has 560 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
The International School of Azerbaijan is located at AZ1070, Yeni Yasamal, Royal Park, Baku, Azerbaijan. It sits in the Yeni Yasamal district near the Royal Park development, with bus routes serving the Port Baku Residence area and other popular residences. Royal Park residents can walk to the school.
Stages
Early Learning Centre, Primary, Middle School, High School
Type
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Language of instruction is English.
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) program; Mother Tongue program; Azerbaijani for All.
Country affiliation
Azerbaijan
School day structure
Early Learning Centre daily schedules show Nursery and P1 from 8:15 arrival with a nap at 12:30 and dismissal around 12:30 (Nursery) or 3:15 (P2/3). P2 and P3 daily schedule starts at 8:15 with activities including community circle, morning meeting, classes, outdoor inquiry, lunch, specialist lessons and dismissal around 3:15.
Bus service
TISA runs a bus service that covers the Port Baku Residence area and other popular residences; routes are adapted year to year. Royal Park residents can walk to the school.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application & registration fees
- A non‑refundable annual registration fee of USD 500 is included in the first tuition installment for new enrolments. If a student joins in January or later, a USD 500 registration fee is added to the Semester 2 invoice. - A one‑time Development Fee of USD 6,000 is charged during a student's first year at the school. This Development Fee is invoiced in two equal installments of USD 3,000 (one installment in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2). The Development Fee is non‑reimbursable.
Tuition fees (annual and per‑installment) — main school (Tier 2, academic year 2026/27)
- P1 (Age 3): - 1st tuition installment (includes USD 500 registration): USD 3,745 (mornings only) or USD 4,500 (full day). - 2nd tuition installment: USD 3,245 (mornings only) or USD 4,000 (full day). - Total annual tuition: USD 6,990 (mornings only) or USD 8,500 (full day). - Development Fee: N/A for P1.
- P2 (Age 4): - 1st tuition installment: USD 5,850. - 2nd tuition installment: USD 5,350. - Total annual tuition: USD 11,200. - Development Fee: N/A for P2.
- Nursery / Early Learning Centre (latest published schedule 2025/26): - Weekly morning options (8:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) are priced as follows (annual total includes registration): - 5 mornings: Annual total USD 4,990 — 1st installment USD 2,620; 2nd installment USD 2,370. - 3 mornings: Annual total USD 3,490 — 1st installment USD 1,870; 2nd installment USD 1,620. - 2 mornings: Annual total USD 2,580 — 1st installment USD 1,415; 2nd installment USD 1,165. - Nursery fees are published separately from the main school fees.
Billing schedule & payment terms
- The school year is organised into semesters for fee purposes. For the 2026/27 fee structure billing is done in two equal instalments (50% of the annual tuition in each instalment). Semester term dates and the associated billing and payment deadlines are published annually; for 2026/27 the school lists Semester 1 (17 August – 18 December) and Semester 2 (11 January – 18 June) with corresponding billing and payment timelines. Late payments incur interest at 1.5% per month (18% per annum). Students may be denied attendance if fees are not paid. - Tuition and fee payments must be made no later than the published payment due date for each billing cycle; the school requires at least one month's written notice to Admissions for transfer or withdrawal to avoid normal billing continuing. All financial obligations must be met before a student leaves the school. The annual registration fee and the Development Fee are non‑reimbursable.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The International School of Azerbaijan operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees because boarding facilities are not provided.
Other costs and optional services
- Bus service (student transportation): - Standard transport cost: 600 AZN per student per quarter. - Whole‑year fee (paid in advance): 2,200 AZN per child (a 200 AZN discount is applied for full‑year advance payment). These bus fees are non‑refundable except in extenuating circumstances; cancellations require two weeks' written notice prior to the end of the current quarter. - Bus payment methods: payments via the Student Services Payment System (payments.tisa.az) or by bank transfer; proof of payment should be emailed as required.
- Afternoon Club (Nursery and P1 only; runs 12:30–15:15): Semester fees (2025/26 schedule): - 5 afternoons per week: USD 1,700 per semester. - 4 afternoons: USD 1,358 per semester. - 3 afternoons: USD 1,018 (Semester 1) / USD 1,017 (Semester 2). - 2 afternoons: USD 678 (Semester 1) / USD 677 (Semester 2). - 1 afternoon: USD 340 per semester. - Afternoon Club billing and refund/withdrawal terms follow the same payment and non‑reimburseable registration rules as other nursery fees.
- Lunch / cafeteria: - ELC student lunches are included in ELC tuition. Students in Grade 1 and above may purchase lunch through the school system. Typical prices: full hot meal + salad costs 6 AZN; sandwich + drink or salad bar options cost 3.60 AZN. Lunch purchases are funded via the TISA Payment System.
- Co‑curricular / music academy and activity fees: - Many teacher‑led extra‑curricular activities are offered free of charge; some externally provided or specialist activities carry additional fees. - TISA Music Academy: individual 30‑minute lessons at 30 AZN per lesson; registration for TMA costs 60 AZN per term per student (registration fee is charged in addition to lesson fees). Payments for individual music lessons are arranged directly with the teacher.
Refund & withdrawal policy (fee liabilities and non‑refundables)
- Registration fee and Development Fee are non‑reimbursable in all cases. If a student withdraws or is withdrawn, fee liability depends on the timing of the withdrawal relative to published term/semester breaks: leaving before the October break of Semester 1 normally incurs a liability of 50% of that semester's fees; leaving after the October break of Semester 1 incurs a liability of 100% of that semester's fees. Parallel rules apply for Semester 2 (leaving before/after the March break triggers 50% or 100% liabilities for that semester). In Terms/Quarters 2 and 3 (or Quarter 3/4 as published), a student who attends for any number of days is liable for that term's fees. The school requires at least one month's written notice of withdrawal; if no written notice is received, normal billing continues. No school records are released until all financial obligations are met.
Fee payment options & billing contacts
- Accepted payment methods and billing arrangements: the school's billing instructions form offers payment by check or bank transfer for tuition invoicing. The Student Services Payment System (payments.tisa.az) is used for cafeteria and bus payments; bank transfer is an alternative where indicated. For some optional services (e.g., music lessons) payment arrangements are made directly with the service provider/teacher. For company‑billed or sponsored students, an authorised company representative completes billing instructions indicating the chosen payment method. For billing queries, the finance office contact details are provided on school billing instructions.
Academics
The International School of Azerbaijan teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The International School of Azerbaijan offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: PYP (P1–5), MYP (6–10), and DP (11–12). Primary learning is inquiry-based and delivered through the Programme of Inquiry, including Science and Social Studies. The Maths curriculum follows AERO Math Standards; English Language Arts follows AERO ELA Standards; Science aligns with ACARA Standards, with Social Studies embedded in the Programme of Inquiry through IB transdisciplinary themes. Languages from Grade 2 include French and Spanish, plus Azerbaijani or English; Mother Tongue support is offered where possible, and there is an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program aligned with WIDA. Single Subjects include Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Library, and World Languages, and these are incorporated into units where possible.
Student Teacher Ratio
P1-P2: class sizes up to 25 students with a 1:9 staff-to-student ratio; P3-P8: 18 students per class; M1-DP2: 20 students per class.
Exam Results
IB Examination Results: The Class of 2024 averaged 32 points; the top score was 40, and the overall pass rate was 96%.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates attend colleges and universities worldwide; a notable alumnus is Mina Kasimoglu, Class of 2021, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at Parsons School of Design, New York.
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FAQs
What curriculum does ISA follow?
ISA offers the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for P1-5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 6-10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for grades 11-12.
What are the tuition fees at ISA?
Annual fees range from approximately USD 2,580 to USD 32,600, varying by year group and programme level.
How many students attend ISA?
ISA has approximately 560 students.
What age range does ISA serve?
ISA serves students from age 2 to 18 in a co-educational setting.
Where is ISA located?
ISA is in the Yeni Yasamal area of Baku at the Royal Park development, AZ1070.
Does ISA offer learning support?
Yes. The Learning Support Department provides ongoing support for students identified through referral and identification processes. EAL, Mother Tongue and Azerbaijani language programmes are also available.
Does ISA have a religious affiliation?
No, ISA does not have a religious affiliation.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the primary language of instruction. EAL support, Mother Tongue programmes and Azerbaijani language classes are available.
Does ISA offer the full IB continuum?
Yes. ISA is authorised for PYP, MYP and DP, providing a continuous IB education from early years through to the Diploma Programme.
What is the EAL programme?
The English as an Additional Language programme supports students whose first language is not English, helping them access the IB curriculum effectively.
Does ISA offer a Mother Tongue programme?
Yes. ISA provides a Mother Tongue programme that helps students maintain and develop their home language alongside their English studies.
