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Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School
Introduction
Brit-Magyar Bilingual School in Hungary serves learners aged 6 to 12 with a bilingual English–Hungarian program. The curriculum combines Hungarian National Core Curriculum with a bilingual framework and Cambridge International accreditation; the school is Cambridge-accredited. English-taught subjects follow the Cambridge framework and are delivered by native English-speaking teachers, while Hungarian instruction aligns with the national curriculum. The aim is a 50/50 split between Hungarian and English lessons, taught through project-based, cross-curricular learning that connects subjects to student interests. Class sizes are capped at 24, and the school day runs 8:00 to 17:00, with Circle Time at 8:30 and last lessons ending around 15:00; after-school care is available until 16:00. Facilities include flexible learning spaces, a gym, and a garden; digital tools and tablets support learning. The program prepares students for studies in Hungarian secondary schools or international institutions, with emphasis on arts, STEAM, and language development. PTA involvement is encouraged.
Brit-Magyar School has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English, Hungarian.
Location
The Brit-Magyar School is located in Budapest, Hungary. The street address is Tárogató út 2-4, 1021 Budapest.
Stages
Grades 1–8. Currently two-form entry in Grade 1 and one-form entry in Grades 2–5; Grade 6 will open in September with the aim to reach two-form entry up to Grade 8.
Type
A bilingual school with English and Hungarian language instruction; follows the Hungarian national core curriculum and the Cambridge International curriculum; Cambridge International accreditation.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Hungarian and international students; nationalities represented include Hungarian, Chinese, American, British, South African, Danish, Russian and Malaysian.
Additional learning support
Extra teaching support outside of the normal curriculum is available, such as help with Hungarian as a second language or additional help with English, for an additional fee.
Country affiliation
Hungary
School day structure
The school day runs daily from 8:00 to 17:00. The day starts with a circle time at 8:30; the last lesson ends at 15:00; after-school activities are available until 16:00. Meals and snacks are available at the school for an extra charge.
Fees
Annual tuition at Brit-Magyar School ranges from HUF 2 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees (2025/26 academic year) - The tuition contribution includes tuition, books and materials. All amounts are stated in HUF. - Annual (payment deadline 31 May): HUF 2 770 000. - Annual (payment deadline 31 August): HUF 2 850 000. - Semester (per semester): HUF 1 469 000. - 10 monthly instalments (per month): HUF 308 000. - Sibling discount: 10% discount applies for the third child. - The published tuition contribution is presented as a single rate for the school; separate per‑grade (per year‑group) rates are not published.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment frequency options shown are: full annual payment (with the school listing two annual deadlines), per semester, or ten monthly instalments; the specified deadlines for the two annual options are 31 May and 31 August. - The registration fee is payable when the signed contract is returned to confirm a place.
Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school; there is an end‑of‑day collection and an after‑school programme rather than boarding provision. No boarding fees are published.
Other costs and fees - Meals: hot lunch is provided by an external contractor and is charged separately; parents order and pay for lunches through an online service. There are no refunds for meal payments, though credit notes may be issued in the event of cancellations. - Out‑of‑school activities: costs for field trips, museum and theatre visits, and any arranged transportation to those destinations are charged to parents separately. - Additional teaching support: any extra teaching support outside the normal curriculum (for example Hungarian as a second language or additional English support) must be paid for by parents. - After‑school/daycare and selected extracurricular activities may carry additional fees; participation costs for optional specialist or talent‑management activities are payable by parents. - Uniform and other school‑shop items are available through the school shop and are additional costs to parents.
Refund information - The registration fee (HUF 310 000) is explicitly non‑refundable. - Meal payments have no refunds, but credit notes can be issued for cancellations.
Fee payment options - The school specifies bank transfer payments for tuition contribution and provides full bank account details (beneficiary, bank name, account number, IBAN, SWIFT/BIC) for payments. - Meal payments are handled via an online ordering/payment service.
Academics
Brit-Magyar School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 6 to 12.
Curriculum
The school uses the Hungarian National Core Curriculum (NAT) and the bilingual framework curriculum defined for bilingual schools. It integrates Cambridge International Education programs into its curriculum. English-Hunglarian bilingual education is delivered by native English-speaking teachers, combining Hungarian instruction with international methodologies.
Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for further education in either the Hungarian or international grammar school systems.
Gifted and Talented
Afternoon sessions provide opportunities to support both remedial and gifted education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Brit-Magyar School uses child-centered learning and aims to create a safe, caring environment. Students are encouraged to learn confidently, research, take risks, and learn from mistakes. Decisions consider the physical, mental and emotional well-being of each student. The school fosters social development through after-school activities and parental involvement via the PTA.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A school prep course is led by Judit Kulcsár, an experienced special education teacher who has been dealing with the prevention, recognition and correction of learning difficulties and disorders.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Brit-Magyar Bilingual School uses the Hungarian National Core Curriculum and the bilingual framework curriculum. Cambridge International provides the learning framework and materials for teaching English in line with the national curriculum. For English-taught subjects, besides the Hungarian bilingual curriculum, the Cambridge International curriculum is also relied upon. The planned curriculum has 50% Hungarian and 50% English, with English language lessons planned in smaller groups. English-taught subjects include science and other non-core subjects; native English teachers teach the English-language lessons.
Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a safe, happy and supportive environment. The pedagogical approach centers on child-centered learning and a safe environment where students can learn confidently, take risks, and learn from mistakes. Decisions consider the physical, mental and emotional well-being of each student.
Safeguarding
Safety measures to minimize virus spread include wearing masks in the building and communal spaces. Temperature checks on entry and mandatory hand sanitizing are in place. Classrooms and hallways are organized to minimize contact, with breaks outdoors when possible and class-based lunch seating. If a positive Covid case is identified, the school reports it to health authorities and requires a negative test (PCR or antigen) or a 10-day quarantine before returning. The school follows government health protocols as part of its safeguarding and health policies.
Admissions
Admissions
The Brit-Magyar School welcomes all children who are willing to study at Brit-Magyar School. The admission procedure consists of five steps: Step 1 - Fill out an online application form and submit. Step 2 - Review your application; a personal appointment with the Director and management is arranged, during which the child undergoes a pre-screening; the two selection sessions cost 10,000 HUF per child. Step 3 - If the first meeting ends positively, the student is invited to complete two full school days at Brit-Magyar School. Step 4 - The school informs parents of its decision within 2–3 working days following the trial days. Step 5 - If an offer is made, the educational contract is sent for review; after the contract is signed and the registration fee is paid, the place is confirmed. We accept students from Grade 1 to Grade 8; the number of places is limited and admission is determined by the date of submission. The school is located at 1021 Budapest, Tárogató út 2-4.
FAQs
What curriculum does Brit-Magyar School follow?
The school uses the Hungarian National Core Curriculum (NAT) and the bilingual framework curriculum defined for bilingual schools. It integrates Cambridge International Education programs into its curriculum.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application fees**
- Registration fee: HUF 310 000 (non‑refundable).
**Tuition fees (2025/26 academic year)**
- The tuition contribution includes tuition, books and materials. All amounts are stated in HUF.
Where is Brit-Magyar School located?
The Brit-Magyar School is located in Budapest, Hungary. The street address is Tárogató út 2-4, 1021 Budapest.
What age groups does the school serve?
Grades 1–8. Currently two-form entry in Grade 1 and one-form entry in Grades 2–5; Grade 6 will open in September with the aim to reach two-form entry up to Grade 8.
Does the school support students with SEN?
A school prep course is led by Judit Kulcsár, an experienced special education teacher who has been dealing with the prevention, recognition and correction of learning difficulties and disorders.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs daily from 8:00 to 17:00. The day starts with a circle time at 8:30; the last lesson ends at 15:00; after-school activities are available until 16:00.
How does admissions work?
The Brit-Magyar School welcomes all children who are willing to study at Brit-Magyar School. The admission procedure consists of five steps: Step 1 - Fill out an online application form and submit.
What accreditations does the school hold?
Cambridge International accreditation; accredited for Cambridge International; second bilingual school in Hungary to achieve this.
What languages are taught?
The school teaches in Hungarian and English. The planned curriculum allocates 50% of lessons to Hungarian and 50% to English, with extra lessons in Hungarian, Maths and English beyond the Hungarian state curriculum.
What wellbeing support is available?
The Brit-Magyar School uses child-centered learning and aims to create a safe, caring environment. Students are encouraged to learn confidently, research, take risks, and learn from mistakes.
What facilities does the school have?
The learning spaces are designed to be rearranged and reshaped by the teacher to fit the lesson. The maximum class size is 24.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school employs dedicated staff for arts and creative subjects, including a STEAM Coordinator and specialists in Music and Arts/Technique.
