Compare British Curriculum International Schools in Slovenia

Šmarska cesta 5d, 6000 Koper, Slovenia. The school is located in the heart of Koper, in the Slovenian Istria region on the Adriatic coast. Boarding facilities and home stay options are available for students.

Primary – Year 1 to 6; Key Stage 3 – Year 7 to 9; IGCSE – Year 10 and 11; A Levels – Year 12 and 13. The school follows the British National Curriculum for students aged 5–18 (Year 1 to Year 13).

British international school in Slovenia offering K–12 education with the British National Curriculum.

Slovenia; recognised by the Slovenian Ministry of Education and delivers the British National Curriculum.

The school has boarding facilities and home stay options.

Students are required to wear the school polo shirt. They may wear jeans, trousers, or skirts with it and must wear closed-toed shoes for science lessons.

School lunches are not included in tuition.

The school is operated by Mednarodno šolo Koper Izobraževanje, d.o.o. (company number 9784373000, VAT 58386785). The founder is Alenka Rajčić, and the school has roots with Nista Language School through its founder.

The school follows a British National Curriculum-inspired education with IGCSE and A-Level programmes for ages 5–18 (Years 1–13). It aims to develop critical thinking, attitudes, and values for lifelong learning and blends British standards with international elements. Slovene and Italian are compulsory languages, with an additional modern foreign language to encourage fluency in four European languages before university. Through a cross-curricular approach, students gain British and global perspectives and are prepared for IGCSE and A-Level success. Classes are small and personalised (maximum 16 students; average 10–12) taught by highly experienced teachers from around the world, enabling independent learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. The school is accredited as a K–12 British International School in Slovenia and is an approved Pearson Edexcel centre.

Small class sizes with maximum 16 students per class; average class size is 10–12 students.

Offers IGCSE and A-Levels for Years 10–13, forming a pathway to higher education. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for university entry. Language provision includes Slovene and Italian as compulsory, plus a fourth modern foreign language to support global study before university.

Gifted and talented education is supported; one teacher has five years of experience teaching gifted and talented students aged 12 to 18, preparing them for national competitions and university entrance.

The school prioritises students' emotional and mental well-being and fosters a culture of respect, integrity and empathy.

The school welcomes applications from families who value inclusive education and provides tailored support for students needing additional assistance.

English is the main language of instruction; students study Slovene, Italian, and one other foreign language, with a goal of reaching B2/C1 in at least two additional languages. For non-native English speakers, an English proficiency assessment is required to ensure placement in the correct stream up to year 10, with tailored support provided as needed.

The school prioritises emotional and mental well-being and creates a supportive environment where students can thrive personally and academically.

The school has an Anti-Bullying Policy, maintains a safe, inclusive environment, provides anonymous reporting channels, and designates a safeguarding lead (DSL), Nika Ade-Balogan, to handle concerns.

01 Fill out the admissions form and attach the student's documentation (school reports and any reference letters from previous teachers, copies of exam certificates, etc.) in English, Slovene, or Italian. The documentation demonstrates the student's educational history and achievements. Applications are accepted throughout the year, and 16 places are available per year group. This completes the initial step of the admissions process.

02 Selecting English level for Year 7, 8 or 9. In the admissions form, when indicating Year 7, 8 or 9, you will have the option to choose the level of English for your child between Native Stream (B2+ level) or English Second Language. This option is only available in Years 7–9; in Year 10 onwards, all students are treated as native speakers. If you are unsure of your child's level, contact the admissions team to arrange a free placement test, which will be both oral and written.

03 Receiving enrolment proposal. Receive the enrolment proposal or the waiting list notification. The school currently accepts 16 students per year group. Notifications are provided by the admissions team.

04 Present enrolment documentation. Present via email or post enrolment documentation: the school contract; a photo copy of the student's birth certificate/identity card/passport (you will be required to give a copy of this in person on the first day of school, if you do not visit us before); a passport-sized photograph; enrolment bank transfer receipt.

English Language Scholarship: The winning essay of up to 400 words on The Importance of Learning Foreign Languages receives a €4,000 reduction in annual tuition fees. Submissions should be sent to admin@koperintschool.com by Monday 31 March.
Maths Scholarship for 16–17 year olds: A gifted and talented maths exam is held on Wednesday 9 April at 18:30 and Thursday 10 April at 17:00; the highest-scoring student will be awarded €4,000 off tuition fees. Please register your interest by emailing admin@koperintschool.com.

Waitlist: If there are more applicants than places, you may be placed on a waiting list and notified when a place becomes available. The school currently accepts 16 students per year group.

Vector International Academy is located at Štula 23, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia, on the St Stanislav's Institute campus. It is easily accessible from major highways and city bus lines.

International GCSE for ages 15/16; IB Diploma Programme for ages 16-18.

Independent international high school offering the IB Diploma Programme and Pearson Edexcel International GCSE.

Slovenia; accredited by the Slovene Ministry for Education.

School day starts with arrival at 08:00, Form Time at 08:10, Periods from 08:30 to 15:30 with Breaks 10:00–10:15 and 11:45–12:00, Lunch 13:30–14:00.

International GCSE awarded by Pearson Edexcel (UK) for ages 15-16; IB Diploma Programme awarded by the International Baccalaureate Organisation for ages 16-18.

Gateway to universities internationally; students are guided throughout the four years in choosing and preparing for their university destinations.

The school provides a high-quality learning environment with small class sizes and strong relationships with students, in partnership with parents and the wider community. To help students discover and develop their academic, social and emotional potentials, staff are dedicated to a caring, respectful and stimulating learning environment. The mission emphasizes helping students develop self-reflective and self-directed practices to live meaningful, active lives with an understanding of local and global challenges. The school values engagement, challenge, cooperation, resilience, opportunities and lifelong learning. Pastoral care and daily form-tutor contact support student wellbeing.

Learning Support is provided to help students access content. During individual study sessions, students benefit from tailored approaches aimed to make content accessible. This information is presented in the Learning Support provision under Facilities and Services.

Pastoral Care provides daily wellbeing support for students. Each year group meets with their form tutor daily, and the form tutor's primary role is the pastoral support and wellbeing of students. The mission emphasises a caring, respectful and stimulating learning environment that supports social and emotional development. The learning environment, characterized by small class sizes and strong relationships, underpins student wellbeing as part of everyday school life.

Pastoral Care supports safeguarding and student welfare. Each year group meets daily with a form tutor, whose primary role is pastoral support and the wellbeing of students. A school management system connects teachers, students and parents to monitor attendance, assignments and progress, enabling regular oversight of student welfare.

1. In-person meetings with every new family are required. These meetings establish mutual understanding of admission expectations and programme structure. When possible, a 'taster' day is offered, during which interviews, entry assessments and a tour of the facilities take place. The school operates open enrolment and welcomes students who can rise to the challenge.

2. Entry points are the first and third years. The two-year structure of IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme means other entries are discussed and evaluated on an individual basis, always with the student's best interest in mind. Both the IGCSE and IB DP are two-year programs.

3. The 2026/27 VIA Application Form is used to apply for Year 10 (International GCSE) or Year 12 (IB Diploma Programme). The form collects details such as child's name, date of birth, address, nationality, languages spoken at home, and entry programme. It asks for previous schooling experience, hobbies and interests, medical conditions, learning support needs, and any special considerations. Supporting documents include ID page of the passport and the two most recent school reports; there is also space for other documents.

4. For inquiries and applications, contact VIA Vector International Academy at Štula 23, 1000 Ljubljana. These channels handle admission inquiries and application submissions.