Most popular international schools in Kosovo

EFIP, the French International School of Prishtina, is a private, secular campus in Matiçan that serves students from age 3 to 18. It is part of the AEFE network and holds dual accreditation from the education ministries of France and Kosovo, reflecting its Francophone curriculum and governance. The school follows the official French curriculum, with CNED materials used in secondary grades to lead to the French Baccalaureate, and it opened its High School level in 2024 (Grades 10-12). In primary school, students choose one of two language tracks: English plus Albanian, or Albanian plus English, with language-centered instruction in grammar, spelling, and portions of mathematics. From Grade 7 a third language - Spanish or German - begins. EFIP emphasizes multilingualism through a library in French, English, and Albanian and a supportive FLSco program for non-French speakers. Facilities span over 1,000 m2, with dedicated zones for each school level, a canteen, daycare, and minibus transport options.

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Ages

3 to 18 years

Curriculum

French Curriculum

QSI International School of Kosovo is located in Veternik, Pristina, offering an American-inspired curriculum with AP options. The school serves Preschool through Secondary and emphasizes 21st-century skills like critical thinking, collaboration, leadership, and digital literacy. Preschool uses Mastery Learning in an English environment, blending purposeful play with problem solving. The Elementary program covers Mathematics, Literacy, Library, Music, Physical Education, Art, Technology, Science, Cultural Studies, and Languages Other Than English in grades. Middle and Secondary expand Mathematics, Languages, English, Health, Cultural Studies, Science, and Creative & Applied Arts. AP offerings include Calculus, Statistics, Literature & Composition, Language & Composition, European and U.S. History, and Psychology. The EMPOWER program supports social-emotional learning and success orientations, aligned with CASEL, ISCA, AISA, UNCRC, and ICMEC. Facilities include outdoor fields, a multi-court, a 100-seat auditorium, a library, a computer lab, and a 300 m2 indoor gym. Extracurriculars include intramural sports and Spirit and Literacy Weeks.

Annual fees

€3,600 – 19,000

Ages

Ages not listed

Curriculum

American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum

ILG School in Pristina, Kosovo, is a non-profit international school delivering the International Baccalaureate curriculum across the continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). Instruction is in English, with English Language Acquisition support for learners from 40 countries. Albanian Language and Literature is taught for native speakers, while French is offered in Elementary as a second language and French or German in Secondary. The school uses MAP Growth and DRA to monitor progress and tailor instruction. The three-building campus includes a library, two gyms, a cafeteria, and spaces for music, art, design, and multimedia, plus a science laboratory and outdoor sports areas. ILG is Cognia accredited, licensed by the Kosovo Ministry of Education, and member of ACES, CEESA, and AAIE. It is the only school in Kosovo authorized to offer all three IB Programmes. Executive Director serves as President of KISA. It emphasizes a warm, inclusive community.

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Ages

1 to 17 years

Curriculum

IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

The Finnish School of Kosovo is located in Konjuh, Lipjan, Ferizaj–Prishtinë, and serves students 2 to 18. English is the language of instruction, with German, French, Albanian and Finnish offered as language classes. Finland's education principles guide student-centered learning and inclusivity. It is the first accredited Cambridge International School in the region and a CIS member, offering the Cambridge A Levels Diploma. Levels of education range from Pre School to Upper Secondary (10–12). A signature feature is the University Bridge program for Grades 11–12, developed with Universum International College; up to 50% of learning takes place on the UNI campus, and students may take up to two university courses per year, building an academic profile in STEM, Business or Social Sciences. Koonta, a miniature town inside the campus, enables experiential learning in citizenship, entrepreneurship, governance, leadership and professional life. EinsteinAI provides learning analytics for students, supporting 20+ nationalities on campus.

Annual fees

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Ages

2 to 18 years

Curriculum

Cambridge A Levels

Prishtina High School (PHS) is a K-12 English-immersion school located in Prishtinë, Kosovo, offering an American-style curriculum under the Kosovo MOEST standards. The school serves pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade with instruction in English; the curriculum follows the common core used in public U.S. schools and aligns with Kosovo standards. PHS is a university-preparatory program; textbooks and materials are in English and reflect U.S. public school practice. It is affiliated with the NICS/OASIS Network and holds accreditation from AdvancED (Cognia). Established in 2007, PHS has grown to over 300 students from about 20 countries, with Kosovar and international faculty. The school runs an Athletics program with volleyball, basketball, and football (soccer) and requires students to complete 20 hours of community service per year to graduate. A broad after-school culture includes clubs such as Model United Nations, Volunteer Club, Journalism, Mock Trial, Craft, Chess, and Pilates, spanning academic, cultural, and service activities.

Annual fees

€6,100 – 16,500

Ages

Ages not listed

Curriculum

American Curriculum