Maarif International School of Bucharest

The International Maarif School of Bucharest is located on a three-hectare site in Voluntari, northeast of Bucharest. The campus address is Bulevardul Pipera, Nr. 206 Bis, Voluntari, Ilfov. It is in the Pipera area with access from central Bucharest.

The school offers Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School/Lower Secondary, and High School/Upper Secondary. The International Section follows the International Maarif Programme in Kindergarten and the Cambridge curriculum from Primary to Upper Secondary; the National Section follows the Romanian Curriculum. The International Section uses English as the language of instruction.

The school is a private school.

Affiliated with Türkiye Maarif Foundation (Turkey).

IMSB uses 10 buses to transport more than 100 students. Bus routes cover Pantelimon, Dudesti, Piata Unirii, Ferentari, Corbeanca, Dorobanti, Colentina, Voluntari, Cosmopolis and the Herastrau area. Buses are equipped with webcams for safety; pricing is per route.

The school offers three curriculum streams across the year groups: the Romanian National Curriculum in the National Sections; the Cambridge Curriculum in the International Sections; and the International Maarif Programme for preschool. In Kindergarten, parents may choose the Romanian Curriculum (Romanian language of instruction) or the International Maarif Programme Curriculum (in English). The Romanian National Curriculum is taught in the National Sections for Primary, Middle School (grades 5–8), and High School (grades 9–12). The Cambridge Curriculum is taught in the International Sections for Primary and Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE examinations in grades 9–10 and Cambridge A Levels in grades 11–12. The International Maarif Programme Curriculum is used for preschool (authorized and accredited by the Romanian Ministry of Education and ARACIP). After graduation, diplomas earned under the Cambridge or International Maarif curricula are equivalated by the Romanian Ministry of Education via CNRED.

Graduates may pursue higher education in Romanian and international universities, with Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels providing recognized qualifications for university admission in Romania and abroad.

The school promotes a culture of mutual respect and diversity and encourages children to follow their own path, equipping them with skills and values that will propel them to a successful future. It aims to develop students as creative, team-oriented, visionary, open-minded citizens. It encourages students to research and respect the culture, traditions and environment they live in, be responsible, get involved, and contribute to making the world a better place. It fosters empathy and tolerance and transmits moral and intellectual values that cross borders. It ensures a school environment where all students feel safe and can develop culturally and socially, with ethnicity not serving as an obstacle to social integration. It promotes intercultural understanding as a core aspect of education and supports students to engage with diverse communities.

Three educational programmes are offered: the Romanian curriculum with intensive English classes for students aged 3 to 18; the Cambridge curriculum for primary and secondary; and the newly accredited International Maarif Programme curriculum for preschool. The International Section uses English as the language of instruction. Intensive English classes accompany the Romanian national curriculum to support English proficiency. Cambridge provides international learning opportunities in English for primary and secondary levels. The International Maarif Programme curriculum for preschool is part of the campus offerings.

The school provides support, safety and education to help students contribute to their communities. It fosters a safe and inclusive environment where students can develop culturally and socially. The curriculum promotes social-emotional development through a culture of mutual respect and empathy. It encourages students to develop resilience, collaboration and a global outlook. It values diversity and intercultural understanding as part of well-being and belonging.

The school ensures all students feel safe in a supportive environment. It promotes social integration without discrimination on ethnicity, nationality or background. It fosters a culture of mutual respect and inclusion. It engages with families and the community to safeguard student welfare and well-being. It supports transparent and respectful communication among students, teachers and parents to protect student safety.

1. Certificate of Studies for Previous School Years (Academic Grades, Conduct Grade, Disciplinary Records) is required for pre-enrolment. It records the student's academic history, conduct grade, and any disciplinary records. It should accompany the other pre-enrolment documents. It is part of the materials reviewed during the admissions process.

2. Copy: Birth certificate, Parents ID's, and Marriage/divorce certificate are required copies for pre-enrolment. They establish identity and family information. Ensure copies are legible and up-to-date. They accompany the pre-enrolment documents.

3. Original: Student School Transcript, Medical history form filled by a family doctor (school format), Immunization records / the student vaccination, and 4 recent passport-size photos are required originals. These originals verify academic history and health information. Ensure the photos are recent and clear. They accompany the pre-enrolment submission.

4. Medical History Form: Download the Medical History Form and bring it to the school once it has been completed by the family doctor. The form should be completed by the family doctor before submission. It should be presented as part of the pre-enrolment documents.