Admissions for the school year 2022/23 are open now!
Children aged 6-7 are admitted to Grade 1.
Apply for admission here or request a personal (virtual) tour via info@istartu.ee.
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOOL
Tartu International School and Kindergarten
Tartu International School and Kindergarten offer high-quality international education at Nursery (1½ to 3-year-olds),
Pre-school (3 to 6-year-olds), Primary (6 to 12-year-olds) and Middle School (13 to 15-year-olds) level.
We follow the International Baccalaureate Organization’s Primary Years Programme.
Preparations are underway for starting the Middle Years Programme.
We are a small, smart, student-centred school.
Pre-school (3 to 6-year-olds), Primary (6 to 12-year-olds) and Middle School (13 to 15-year-olds) level.
We follow the International Baccalaureate Organization’s Primary Years Programme.
Preparations are underway for starting the Middle Years Programme.
We are a small, smart, student-centred school.
An exceptionally personalized learning experience
Class sizes up to 12 students and teacher-to-student ratio of 1:5.
International environment
Professionally recognized international staff and student body. English as the language of instruction. Internationally recognized IB programmes.
Languages
English as the language of instruction. Estonian as a mother tongue for native speakers. Estonian as a foreign language from Grade 1. School supports learning mother tongues.
Promotion of healthy lifestyle
A balanced and healthy school lunch. Additional physical education lessons. Outdoor breaks and activities. School day starts at 9:00.
Supportive atmosphere
A flexible and adaptable learning environment. Newly renovated premises surrounded by the greenery of the historical town centre. Student support services: school counsellor and special education specialist.
After-school activities
A variety of clubs all ages and afternoon care for grades 1-3.
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students in basic school32
children in kindergarten30
teachers24
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Greeting words from our Principal on the 104th Anniversary of Estonian Independence
Yesterday, our school and kindergarten celebrated the Estonian Independence Day. All parents, teachers and children met at the school house... read more →
February 24, 2022
Our student Luca wins title of International Maths Olympiad Champion 2021
The second half of the school year starts with a proud moment: Luca from Grade 4 has won the International... read more →
January 13, 2022
Grade 4 students win 3rd place in nationwide competition Negavatt
The students of Grade 4 and 5 participated in an environmental video competition called Mini Negavatt which is run by... read more →
December 10, 2021
This was our International Day 2021
Our school and kindergarten community celebrate all families' countries, cultures, languages and food each year. The most recent event was... read more →
November 17, 2021
New Student Council Elected
Last week, our school's new student council has been elected. Our student Ragnar, a current member of the council, describes... read more →
October 29, 2021
Tartu Class Teacher 2021
TIS Grade 3 teacher Kirsi Kriit was recognized with a special award this autumn! Kirsi is a laureate of Class... read more →
October 19, 2021
Start of the School Year 2021/2022
The new school year is fast approaching and we are looking forward to welcoming the community of Tartu International School... read more →
July 27, 2021
Outdoor learning at TIS
Global Outdoor Classroom Day is celebrated on the 20th of May. Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to make... read more →
May 20, 2021
Grades 1 to 4 returning to in-person learning
Grades 1 to 4 are permitted to start with in-person learning at school premises as of May 3. Grade 5... read more →
April 27, 2021
