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Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Latvian, Spanish, German, English
Typical class size 6
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
International School of Riga Primary is the primary section of ISR, located at Kalnciema iela 118 in Riga’s historic Pārdaugava neighbourhood. The school was established in 1997 and offers education from toddlers through Grade 5 on the Primary Campus, while the wider school continues to Grade 12. Primary students follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, including the Grade 5 PYP Exhibition as a final inquiry project. English is the main language of learning, with Latvian, French and English as an Additional Language provided through specialist language lessons. The school’s 2026–2027 tuition for Preschool to Grade 5 ranges from €10,800 to €16,450 per year. A distinctive feature of ISR Primary is its Forest School programme, where outdoor learning is used to build confidence, curiosity and practical skills. Students also take part in arts, sports, activities and academics after school, and daily bus transport is available.
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Kalnciema Iela 118, Zemgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1046, Latvia
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The Essentials
International School of Riga - Primary Campus has 314 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.
Location
Riga, Latvia; Primary Campus at Kalnciema iela 118, Riga LV-1046; Secondary Campus at Skanstes iela 27, Riga LV-1013.
Stages
Early Years (2–6), Primary (6–11), Middle School (11–15), High School (15–18).
Type
Private international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
47 nationalities represented; 314 students.
Additional learning support
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.
Country affiliation
Latvia
Bus service
Daily bus service to/from both campuses; Route
1 Centre – S27 – K118, and Route 2 Piņķi – Mārupe – K118 – S27 – Centre/Mārupe – Piņķi; sign up via the Admissions or Bus page; detailed route information and fees are published by ISR.
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Fees
Annual tuition at International School of Riga - Primary Campus ranges from EUR 10,800 to EUR 16,450 for 2026/27.
Fees (School Year 2025/2026)
Application / Enrolment fees - Membership / Registration Fee (one-time, non‑refundable, per student): EUR 1,600. - Capital Fee (annual, per student): EUR 2,000 for new students; EUR 1,500 for returning students. The capital fee is charged yearly. - Enrolment deposit / prepayment: a non‑refundable tuition prepayment of 10% of the annual tuition is required at the start of the payment schedule.
Tuition — annual and per‑payment breakdown by year group - Annual tuition (per school year): - Preschool: EUR 10,500. - Kindergarten: EUR 12,250. - Grades 1–5: EUR 15,900. - Grades 6–8: EUR 17,400. - Grades 9–12: EUR 18,400.
- Instalment options and exact payment dates (new student, August start): - Option A — 1 instalment: Prepayment 10% (immediate, non‑refundable) + remaining 90% due on 5 August. - Example: Preschool — Prepayment EUR 1,050; 5 Aug payment EUR 9,450 (total EUR 10,500). - Option B — 2 instalments: Prepayment 10% (immediate) + 40% due 5 August + 50% due 5 October. - Example: Grades 1–5 (EUR 15,900) — Prepayment EUR 1,590; 5 Aug EUR 6,360; 5 Oct EUR 7,950. - Option C — 4 instalments: Prepayment 10% (immediate) + 30% due 5 August + 20% due 5 October + 20% due 5 December + 20% due 5 February. - Example: Grades 9–12 (EUR 18,400) — Prepayment EUR 1,840; 5 Aug EUR 5,520; 5 Oct EUR 3,680; 5 Dec EUR 3,680; 5 Feb EUR 3,680. - Option D — 8 instalments: Prepayment 10% (immediate) + payments on the 5th of Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar distributed as 15%, 15%, 10%, 10%, 10%, 10%, 10%, 10% of the annual tuition respectively (these eight payments together equal the remaining 90%). - Example: Kindergarten (EUR 12,250) — Prepayment EUR 1,225; 5 Aug EUR 1,837.50; 5 Sep EUR 1,837.50; 5 Oct EUR 1,225; 5 Nov EUR 1,225; 5 Dec EUR 1,225; 5 Jan EUR 1,225; 5 Feb EUR 1,225; 5 Mar EUR 1,225.
(Note: examples above show the tuition prepayment plus the scheduled instalment amounts for clarity; membership and capital fees are additional one‑time/annual charges as specified.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued and payment is due within 10 calendar days of the invoice date (payment must be made before the student's first day of school when enrolment occurs close to start). For mid‑year entrants some tuition may be prorated; invoicing and full tuition due dates follow the school's invoice terms. - Late payment penalties: Administrative fee EUR 30 if a payment is 10 calendar days overdue, plus interest at 0.1% per day on overdue amounts. The School may exclude students from classes when payments are overdue more than three months and may refer debts for collection. Documents (reports/transcripts/diplomas) may be withheld until accounts are in good standing.
Boarding - Boarding is not provided. The school operates as a day school and offers day‑time services such as a hot lunch programme and daily bus transport.
Other costs and optional services - School lunch (hot meals prepared on campus): Primary: EUR 6.50 per day; Secondary: EUR 7.50 per day. Lunch invoices are sent twice per school year (November and May). These amounts are invoiced separately from tuition. - Daily bus service (routes to/from both campuses) — service fees invoiced per semester. Example route fees (2025/2026): - Route examples and sample fees (per period Aug–Dec and Jan–June): - Route
- Other routes show higher semester fees (examples vary by route and are invoiced in November and April). Bus invoices specify payment dates and must be paid by bank transfer. - After‑school activities (ASAA): most activities are included in tuition; activities that require external instructors or special equipment will incur additional charges. Overnight and overseas excursions are charged separately. Exam fees (IB DP / Grade 12 external exam fees) and Extended Day Programme costs are charged where applicable; amounts are confirmed and invoiced separately. - School merchandise / optional items: school merchandise is available; there is no mandatory uniform fee published as a separate compulsory charge. Purchases of merchandise are additional.
Refunds and early‑withdrawal - Families leaving before the end of the school year must give at least 30 days' written notice. Tuition must be paid for those 30 days. If tuition was paid in advance, the proportional part of advanced payments will be refunded based on the last school day. Refund percentages by withdrawal date are applied as follows (tuition percentage due at the time of withdrawal): After 5 Aug: 25% | After 5 Sep: 40% | After 5 Oct: 50% | After 5 Nov: 60% | After 5 Dec: 70% | After 5 Jan: 80% | After 5 Feb: 90% | After 5 Mar: 100%. The Membership/Registration Fee, the Capital Fee and the 10% prepayment are non‑refundable. In cases of suspension/dismissal for cause or force majeure events, refunds may be withheld as specified in the enrolment/payment terms.
Fee payment method(s) - Invoices for fees and services are issued and payments are required by bank transfer (payments are made by bank transfer within the payment terms stated in each invoice). The school's bus‑service pages and admissions materials state that bank transfer is the required payment method for those services; invoices give the payment terms.
Summary of required amounts at enrolment (new student, August start) - Immediate / at acceptance: Membership Fee EUR 1,600 (one‑time), Capital Fee EUR 2,000 (first year new student), and the Tuition Prepayment 10% (amount depends on the annual tuition by grade). Remaining tuition is then payable according to the chosen instalment plan and its scheduled due dates.
Academics
International School of Riga - Primary Campus teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
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).
Student Teacher Ratio
1:6
Higher Education Progression
100% university acceptance rate per applicant; in 2024 graduates gained acceptances to 40 universities across diverse regions.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted and talented is a field on the ISR Admissions Form.
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Admissions
Admissions
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.
Waitlist
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.
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FAQs
What age range does International School of Riga serve?
International School of Riga serves students from age 2 to 18.
What curriculum does International School of Riga follow?
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.
What are the tuition fees at International School of Riga?
Annual fees range from approximately 10,500 to 18,400.
Is International School of Riga a day school or boarding school?
International School of Riga operates as a day school.
Is International School of Riga co-educational?
Yes, International School of Riga is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls.
Where is International School of Riga located?
Riga, Latvia; Primary Campus at Kalnciema iela 118, Riga LV-1046; Secondary Campus at Skanstes iela 27, Riga LV-1013.
When was International School of Riga founded?
International School of Riga was established in 1997.
How many students attend International School of Riga?
International School of Riga has approximately 314 students. 47 nationalities represented; 314 students.
Does International School of Riga provide learning support for students with additional needs?
Learning Support in Primary and Secondary states that every child can reach their full potential.
How do I apply to International School of Riga?
1. Fill the online Application Form. 2.
What extracurricular activities are available at International School of Riga?
ISR offers an extensive After School Activities (ASA) program for students from Pre-School through Grade 12, with most activities included in tuition.
What languages are taught at International School of Riga?
The primary language of instruction is English. French, Latvian and Spanish are offered as additional language options. EAL (English as an Additional Language) support is provided for students requiring English language support.
Does International School of Riga provide a bus service?
Bus service information should be confirmed with the school.
