Compare International Schools in Tartu, Estonia

Tartu International School is located at J. Liivi 2d in the historic center of Tartu, Estonia's second-largest city and a major university town. The school is in newly renovated premises.

The school has Nursery (1.5-3 years), Pre-school (3-6 years), Primary (6-12 years), and Middle School (13-15 years). There are 84 students in the basic school and 32 in the kindergarten.

Tartu International School is a small, co-educational day school. There are no boarding facilities. It is an IB World School.

The school has 116 students representing 24 nationalities, creating a genuinely international community in Tartu.

A special education specialist is available to support students with additional learning needs.

The school day starts at 9:00 AM. Students have outdoor breaks and additional physical education lessons. Afternoon care is available for Grades 1-3.

Balanced, healthy school lunches are provided daily as an additional cost to tuition.

Tartu International School is a registered institution (No. 80155113). The Management Board oversees school governance including tuition discount applications.

The school delivers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an authorized IB World School. The Middle Years Programme (MYP) is in preparation. The student-centered approach emphasizes inquiry-based learning within a flexible, adaptable environment. Class sizes are capped at 12 students with a 1:5 teacher-to-student ratio.

The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:5, with maximum class sizes of 12 students. The school has 30 teachers for 116 students.

The Free of Bullying Programme creates a safe and inclusive school environment. The school counselor provides guidance and support.

A special education specialist is on staff to support students with additional learning needs.

A school counselor is available for student wellbeing support. The Healthy Schools Network membership reflects the school's commitment to student health.

1. Complete the online registration form to begin the application process.

2. Attend an admission interview with the family.

3. Submit the official application with required documents.

4. Sign the schooling contract upon acceptance.

5. Admissions for 2025/2026 open January 26, 2026 and close June 1, 2026. The school accepts students from 18 months to 15 years.

A tuition fee discount program is available. Applications are reviewed individually by the Management Board.