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Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification
Taught languages Arabic, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
British International School of Tunis (BIST) is a two-campus British international school for ages 3–18. The curriculum aligns with the English and Welsh National Curriculum and offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS and A Levels, plus a secondary BTEC option, with EAL support. BIST is COBIS and Cambridge-accredited and acts as an authorised Cambridge International Exam Centre, providing clear university progression. Part of Britus Education, it has the longest history of British education in Tunisia, with 13 years of experience and a diverse, multinational student body. The campus is purpose-built for discovery, featuring Smart Classrooms, STEAM Room, Science Labs & ICT Suites, a Library, and a dedicated Primary STEAM space; Music Rooms, Art Zones, a Theatre, and Treehouse. On-site facilities include an outdoor pool and a broad PE, gymnastics, athletics and games programme. Forest & Beach School supports outdoor learning, with trips, exchanges and a broad arts, sport and service clubs.
British International School of Tunis has 2,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.
Location
Primary campus: 49 Rue du Parc, Tunis 2036; Secondary campus: 42 Rue Socrates, 2015 Kram.
Stages
Primary School ages 3–11; Secondary School ages 11–18; Seamless education journey from Early Years to Sixth Form.
Type
British international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
Diverse pupil body representing over 19 nationalities.
Additional learning support
Full-time EAL and SEND specialists.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
School day structure
Pupils arrive by 08:15; the first session register 08:15–08:30; last day of term finishes at 12:00.
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Fees
Annual tuition at British International School of Tunis ranges from TND 100 to TND 17,162 for 2026/27.
Application and registration fees - Registration fee: EUR 100 (non-refundable). - Assessment fee (where applicable): EUR 100. - Enrolment deposit (applies from EYFS2 and above): EUR 2,500 (deducted from the total tuition).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and standard per-term) - EYFS1 (age 3–4): Annual EUR 11,051. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 3,684 (approx). - EYFS2 (age 4–5): Annual EUR 13,378. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,459 (approx). - Key Stage 1 / Years 1–2 (age 5–7): (fee listed in the school fee schedule). - Key Stage 2 / Years 3–6 (age 7–11): Annual EUR 14,226. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 4,742 (approx). - Key Stage 3 / Years 7–9 (age 11–14): Annual EUR 17,162. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 5,721 (approx). - Key Stage 4 / Years 10–11 (age 14–16): Annual EUR 18,285. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 6,095 (approx). - Key Stage 5 / Years 12–13 (age 16–18): Annual EUR 19,850. Standard per-term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 6,617 (approx).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment plans offered: - Annual payment in one instalment (due August). - Two-payment plan: 50% due August, 50% due December. - Three-payment (per-term) plan: August 45%, December 30%, March 25% (percentages of the total annual fee). - Fees for pupils joining mid-year are adjusted according to the school's enrolment terms (termly proportion rules apply).
Boarding fees - Boarding: no boarding provision is listed for BIST; fees for boarding do not apply.
Other costs and routine supplemental charges - The following items are not included in the published annual tuition and are charged as applicable: - EAL and SEN additional support: TND 30 per hour. - Public examination fees (e.g., GCSE/IGCSE/AS/A Level) and any external exam charges. - Optional extra-curricular activities supplied by external providers (charged separately). - Uniform: items sold through the school uniform shop (prices vary by item). A lost ID badge replacement: TND 20. - Late room / after-school collection: TND 25 per hour (payable at the time of pick-up). - Residential trips, class photographs and optional learning resources (charged as required).
Tax, discounts and inclusions - Sibling discount: 10% for the second and each subsequent child. - Admissions-related fees (registration/assessment) are shown as inclusive of 7% VAT. Annual tuition figures are published before sibling discount and before 7% VAT. Supplemental charges are subject to VAT (7% or 19% as applicable). - The published annual tuition is described as including tuition, lunch and snacks, books, teaching resources, external examination fees, school events (non-PTA), and curriculum day trips.
Refunds and withdrawal / notice - The registration fee (EUR 100) is non-refundable. A non-refundable tuition fee deposit is required to accept a place (amount and terms referenced in the school's fee schedule). - A minimum notice period for withdrawal is required (minimum of a half-term or six weeks). In cases of permanent exclusion or termination by the Executive Principal, no reimbursement of fees paid in advance will be given.
Fee payment options - Specific published details of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, local payment arrangements) are not listed in the publicly available fee schedule and admissions policy documents accessible for review. For planning purposes, parents should assume standard institutional methods such as bank transfer and card payment may be offered, but the definitive list of accepted payment methods and bank details are provided directly by the school's Finance or Admissions office.
Summary of findings and limitations - The numbers above follow the most recent published fee schedule and the BIST Admissions Policy available in the school's public documents. The school's admissions policy confirms the non-refundable registration fee and the requirement for a non-refundable tuition deposit, and the fee schedule provides the listed annual tuition amounts, payment plan percentages, routine supplemental charges and VAT treatment. - Note: a complete, dedicated 2026/27 or 2025/26 fee schedule in the public domain tied explicitly to those academic years was not located while compiling this overview; the figures given above match the published schedule and admissions policy available in the school's accessible documents.
Academics
British International School of Tunis teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales, BIST delivers a British international education. The Primary School teaches core subjects Mathematics, Science and Humanities through Project-Based Learning and thematic inquiry, with Forest School, swimming, Arabic, Music and PE integrated. The Secondary School offers Key Stage 3 with a broad curriculum and creative and critical thinking, followed by IGCSE in Years 10–11 and A Levels in Years 12–13. The school is an authorised Cambridge International Exam Centre delivering IGCSE and Cambridge AS and A Levels. English as an Additional Language is available, and BTEC is offered as an option in the secondary curriculum.
Exam Results
June 2022 IGCSE results show high pass rates across subjects with many achieving top grades. Arabic 1st Language and Arabic Foreign Language and French MFL achieved 100% in both the 9-1 scale and A-C, while Mathematics reached 100% on the 9-1 scale with 44% A-C and Computer Science 9-1 100% with 83% A-C. June 2022 A-Level results show strong performance with Biology and English Literature posting 100% A-E and 100% A-C and Mathematics 75% A-E with 38% A-C and Physics 75% A-E with 25% A-C; Further Mathematics achieved 100% A-E and A-C.
Higher Education Progression
Sixth Form uses a Cambridge International curriculum with up to four AS or A-Level courses across 12 options, building a university pathway. University Support includes Applications and University Fairs to help pupils plan for higher education. The programme emphasises preparing pupils for university with tailored guidance from teachers, tutors and parents.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted & Talented is listed among Additional Programmes, alongside Model United Nations, life skills and work experience. The program provides enrichment opportunities and competitions to support high-ability pupils.
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Admissions
Admissions
British International School of Tunis offers a British education to pupils aged 2.8 to 18 (Pre-Nursery to Year 13). The Primary School covers EYFS for ages 2.8 to 5 and Years 1 to 6; the Secondary School covers Years 7 to 11 and the Sixth Form covers Years 12 to 13. The curriculum follows the English National Curriculum; BIST is a Cambridge International Exam Centre, COBIS accredited, ISI inspected and recognised by the UK Department for Education and the Tunisian Ministry of Education. Applications are welcomed year round and assessments are carried out at any stage. For Primary, children are typically invited to attend a trial day; for Secondary, entrants sit CAT4 testing and subject assessments and may have an interview with a member of the academic leadership team. The final decision to offer a place rests with the Executive Principal after review of documentation and assessment results in light of the pupils needs and ability to access the curriculum. If a place is offered, an acceptance letter should be signed and the enrollment fee settled to secure the seat, usually within seven days. If no places are available at enrollment, the applicant may be placed on the waiting list until a place becomes available. Admission priority for oversubscribed year groups is siblings of existing pupils; children educated in an English curriculum; children with English as a first language; children of overseas families; and children with more siblings. Class sizes are kept to an average of 20 to 24 pupils per class to support English as an Additional Language and SEND needs. The school provides English as an Additional Language support, and admission considers the applicants English language level; EAL support may be provided as needed.
Waitlist
If no places are available at the time of enrollment, the applicant may be assessed and placed on the waiting list until a place becomes available. Waiting lists are used to allocate places as they become available.
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FAQs
What curriculum does British International School of Tunis follow?
Rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales, BIST delivers a British international education. The Primary School teaches core subjects Mathematics, Science and Humanities through Project-Ba...
What age range does British International School of Tunis serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and registration fees**
- Registration fee: EUR 100 (non-refundable).
- Assessment fee (where applicable): EUR 100.
- Enrolment deposit (applies from EYFS2 and above): EUR 2,500 (deduc...
What type of school is British International School of Tunis?
British International School of Tunis is a co-educational school.
Where is British International School of Tunis located?
Primary campus: 49 Rue du Parc, Tunis 2036; Secondary campus: 42 Rue Socrates, 2015 Kram.
What accreditations does the school hold?
BSO (British Schools Overseas) and COBIS (Council of British International Schools) accredited; Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection; Cambridge International Exam Centre authorized to off...
Does the school provide learning support?
The school has full-time EAL and SEND specialists to support language development and diverse learning needs. Restorative approaches to behaviour are used, and a counsellor is available to support stu...
What languages are taught?
English is the language of instruction. The curriculum is rooted in the National Curriculum of England and Wales. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities. English as an Addi...
How many students attend the school?
British International School of Tunis has approximately 2500 students.
What is the admissions process?
British International School of Tunis offers a British education to pupils aged 2.8 to 18 (Pre-Nursery to Year 13). The Primary School covers EYFS for ages 2.8 to 5 and Years 1 to 6; the Secondary Sch...
