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Taught languages Serbian, English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Russian
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Rudjer Bošković School is a private international school in Belgrade serving students aged 5 to 18, with both Primary and Secondary sections authorised by the Serbian Ministry. The Primary School follows the national curriculum and offers Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary One, while the IB Primary Years Programme began in 2015 and the IB Middle Years Programme is accredited for upper primary since 2018-19. The Secondary School follows the national curriculum and offers Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, with IB MYP accreditation for the early grades. The school provides education from preschool through gymnasium, using modern teaching methods and maintaining small class sizes (10–20). The day includes an extended programme, and a wide range of extracurricular activities, from sport and arts to languages and sciences. A signature feature is cross-programme integration, with IB, Cambridge, and national curricula in a single school community, fostering international-mindedness and local ties.
Rudjer Boskovic School has 274 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Serbian.
Location
Kneza Višeslava 17, 11030 Beograd, Serbia
Stages
Preschool to gymnasium; includes primary and secondary schools
Type
Private international school
Additional learning support
Individualized support in and outside the classroom; study time with teachers; counselling with a psychologist; healthcare; workshops; library resources; online resources; university application guidance for final-year students
Country affiliation
Serbia
School day structure
School day starts at 8.45. Primary finishes at 15.40 (Mon–Thu) and 14.55 on Fridays; Secondary finishes at 15.50 (Mon–Thu) and 15.05 on Fridays; some students may have individual work with a teacher when needed.
Fees
Annual tuition at Rudjer Boskovic School ranges from RSD 9,000 to RSD 16,500 for 2026/27.
Academic year covered
• Fees shown are for the 2025/26 academic year.
Application / registration fee
• There is no separate application or registration fee published for enrolment.
Tuition — primary and lower‑secondary (annual and per‑term)
• Grade 1 (PYP 1, age 5–6.5): Annual €9,000 — Per term (4 instalments) €2,250.
• Grade 2 (PYP 2): Annual €9,400 — Per term €2,350.
• Grade 3 (PYP 3): Annual €9,800 — Per term €2,450.
• Grade 4 (PYP 4): Annual €10,100 — Per term €2,525.
• Grade 5 (PYP 5): Annual €10,500 — Per term €2,625.
Tuition — middle years (annual and per‑term)
• Grade 6 (MYP T): Annual €11,000 — Per term €2,750.
• Grade 7 (MYP 1): Annual €11,400 — Per term €2,850.
• Grade 8 (MYP 2): Annual €11,900 — Per term €2,975.
• Grade 9 (MYP 3): Annual €12,500 — Per term €3,125.
Tuition — high school (annual and per‑term)
• Grade 10 (MYP 4): Annual €13,500 — Per term €3,375.
• Grade 11 (MYP 5): Annual €14,500 — Per term €3,625.
• Grade 12 (DP 1): IB Diploma track Annual €16,000 — Per term €4,000. National (non‑IB DP) track Annual €13,000 — Per term €3,250.
• Grade 13 (DP 2): IB Diploma track Annual €16,500 — Per term €4,125. National (non‑IB DP) track Annual €13,000 — Per term €3,250.
Billing schedule and payment terms
• The annual tuition amount is due at enrolment; families may choose to pay in quarterly instalments.
• When paid in instalments, tuition is divided into four equal payments (four instalments). The school's published instalment schedule aligns each instalment with the school terms: instalment timing covers the spring, start of the academic year (September), autumn/December and winter/March instalments.
Methods of payment
• Accepted payment methods: cash in EUR or in RSD (RSD amount calculated at the National Bank of Serbia mean exchange rate on the date of payment), local bank transfer (within Serbia), or international bank transfer in EUR, GBP or USD. Families are expected to indicate preferred method in advance to receive payment instructions. No published mention of credit‑card payment is provided.
What the tuition covers and other optional costs
• The annual tuition covers basic instructional services and a range of additional services, specifically: lessons for compulsory and elective subjects, preparation lessons, exams (including IBDP examinations where applicable), research projects, CAS activities, university admissions counselling, school stationery and coursebooks, school uniform, school meals (lunch and snacks where applicable), health care, security surveillance, IT support, laboratory and specialised classrooms, library access, school magazines, creative projects, use of playgrounds and indoor sports facilities, visits, field trips and excursions, and student exchanges.
• Optional or additional-charge items: organised home–school–home transport (transportation is an additional service and is billed separately if selected), optional language certification exams (English, German, Russian, French, Italian), summer camp and winter (ski) camp organized during breaks, and any extra or special services arranged individually.
Uniform, coursebooks and meals
• School uniform, coursebooks, necessary stationery and school meals are included within the annual tuition. Physical‑education sportswear and formal uniform requirements are provided according to grade regulations.
Boarding
• The school does not publish or offer boarding accommodation; no boarding fees apply. The school operates as a day school.
Refunds, cancellations and contract termination
• Termination of the enrolment contract is governed by the signed contract between the family and the school; the contract allows termination by mutual consent or by the family with prior notice provided contractual obligations are fulfilled. Refunds or any pro‑rata returns are not published as a general schedule; refund terms and any financial adjustments on withdrawal are governed by the contract and applicable tuition ordinance and must be handled according to the contract's provisions.
Practical notes on invoicing and payment administration
• The school's accounting/administration team issues payment instructions when families indicate their preferred payment method at the point of enrolment. Local RSD payments are calculated using the National Bank of Serbia exchange rate on the payment date. Families are required to sign the school's contract on terms and conditions of enrolment and education as part of the billing process.
Academics
Rudjer Boskovic School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Rudjer Boskovic School comprises Primary School and Secondary School, both authorised by the Serbian Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development. Primary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international Cambridge programmes for primary and lower secondary students, including the Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary One Programme. Starting in Academic Year 2015-2016, IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) was introduced for 5-11-year-olds, and from Academic Year 2018-2019 the school is accredited as an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) School for upper primary students. The Secondary School follows the National Curriculum and offers international programmes Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and the IB Diploma Programme, with IB MYP accreditation for the first and second grades since 2018-2019. The school educates from preschool age to gymnasium, uses modern teaching methods and a wide range of extracurricular activities, and maintains small class sizes (10-20 students). The mission is to inspire learners to become honourable, principled, knowledgeable and caring individuals capable of contributing to local and worldwide communities.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters social, emotional, and physical well-being for students and teachers. It creates safe spaces, including a student club and a teachers' lounge, to promote connectedness and the expression of emotions. A school psychologist and a school nurse provide confidential, on-site support, health care, and regular wellbeing activities. Homeroom teachers monitor student adjustment and, together with other staff, respond to concerns while promoting clear, respectful communication. The health curriculum covers physical and mental health topics, including mental health, and includes prevention and healthy relationships across both the national and IB curricula. Positive peer relationships are encouraged and staff run workshops to develop affective skills, teamwork, and resilience.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Educational Needs policy that values individual interests, learning styles, and student needs. It protects students from unfair treatment and discrimination.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental health is addressed through the health curriculum and dedicated staff. The health curriculum covers mental health topics as part of health education across the national and IB curricula. The school provides a psychologist and a nurse to support mental health and offers group activities and workshops on emotional regulation and well-being. The school raises awareness of mental health through events and encourages students to discuss concerns with teachers and staff.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding aligns with Serbian law and IB standards. It maintains a rulebook to protect teachers and students from harm, discrimination, violence and neglect. A designated team (including the secretary, a school psychologist, the principal, and elected teachers) meets to discuss prevention and protection of vulnerable students. The Čuvam te portal provides anonymous bullying, neglect, discrimination and violence reporting to school principals, who regularly check for complaints. The school has a formal complaints procedure that protects all school actors and ensures fair treatment and inclusion for students with diverse needs.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions procedure: The enrolment procedure consists of the following steps: Schedule a meeting. Discover our programmes. Submit transcripts from previous schools/ an official school record from the former school. Experience a day at our school. The prospective student needs to do an English language placement test. You will be informed about the outcome of your application. Enrolment documents: Grade 1: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Grade 2: birth certificate, health screening for school enrollment/pre-admission medical examination. Other grades: birth certificate, student's grade book, transcripts/official school records from the previous school.
FAQs
What age range does Ruđer Bošković School serve, and what levels are there inside the campus?
Ruđer Bošković School serves students from age 5 to 18, covering preschool through gymnasium. The campus includes a Primary School and a Secondary School, with programmes that mix national curricula and international options.
Where is Ruđer Bošković School located and what type of school is it?
The school is at Kneza Višeslava 17, Belgrade, Serbia. It is a private, co-educational international day school that operates with a blend of national and international curricula.
What are the main curricula used across the different levels (primary, middle, high school) at the school?
In Primary, the National Curriculum is taught along with Cambridge programmes; the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is offered for ages 5–11. In Secondary, the school follows the Serbian curriculum and offers Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, with IB MYP accreditation for the first two grades since 2018–2019.
What are the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year, and how are they billed?
Fees range from €9,000 to €16,500 per year, depending on the grade. The annual tuition is due at enrolment, with an option to pay in four quarterly installments aligned to the school terms.
What does the annual tuition cover, and are meals, uniform, and books included?
The annual tuition covers most instructional services plus meals, school uniform, coursebooks, stationery, health care, library access, and various facilities and activities. Lunch is served at the school restaurant, and uniform is included in the tuition.
How does the admissions process work, and is there a waitlist or scholarships?
Admissions involve a meeting, programme overview, submission of transcripts, a day-at-school experience, and an English placement test. There is no published waitlist or scholarship information in the provided data.
Which curricula and examinations does the school offer in Primary, Middle, and High School?
Primary uses the Cambridge Primary Programme and Cambridge Secondary One alongside the IB PYP. Middle Years uses the IB MYP accreditation, and High School offers the IB Diploma Programme or a National (non‑IB) DP track, plus Cambridge IGCSE in the secondary years.
Are there any notable accreditations or IB/Cambridge recognitions for the school?
Yes. Both the Primary and Secondary schools are accredited by the Serbian Ministry of Education. The school has IB PYP (since 2015–2016) and IB MYP accreditation (since 2018–2019) for parts of the programme, and Cambridge programmes are offered in the primary and lower secondary levels.
What are typical class sizes, and how does that support individual attention?
Classes are small, with 10–20 students per class, enabling more individualized teaching and closer teacher–student engagement.
What kinds of facilities support academics and daily life (libraries, labs, etc.)?
The school provides laboratory and specialized classrooms, a library, and other academic facilities, along with access to school magazines and creative projects. Meals, IT support, and extended-day services are included to support daily life.
What types of extracurricular activities and clubs are available beyond academics?
The school offers a wide range of activities including sport, dance, the arts (design, choir, film, drama), foreign languages, journalism, sciences, environmental education, and chess. There are also trips, student exchanges, language and sports camps, and opportunities to participate in events like International Days.
Are there leadership opportunities or programs that help students develop teamwork and initiative?
Yes. Students participate in exchange programs, host visiting students, and take part in leadership-focused activities such as the International Days conference and collaborative projects with Belgrade and regional schools.
How does the school support student wellbeing and special needs needs?
The school has a Special Educational Needs policy and offers individualized support, including an on-site psychologist and a nurse. The health education curriculum covers physical and mental health, with workshops on emotional regulation and well-being.
Is there on-site safeguarding and how are concerns handled?
Safeguarding follows Serbian law and IB standards, with a designated safeguarding team and a reporting portal (Čuvam te) for anonymous complaints. There is a formal complaints procedure to protect students and staff and ensure fair treatment.
What is the school culture around boarding, uniforms, and meals?
The school is a day school; there is no boarding. Students wear a school uniform, and meals are provided at the school restaurant.
Who governs the school and how are parents involved?
Ruđer Bošković School is privately owned. Parents participate through extensive collaboration, including a Parents Council that helps evaluate and develop the school's activities, with direct channels to class teachers and subject teachers.
What accreditations does the school hold, and what do they cover?
The school is accredited by the Serbian Ministry of Education. The listed accreditation decisions confirm its status as a recognized private international school in Serbia.
What languages are used for instruction, and is there a bilingual approach?
The school uses a bilingual immersion model. In PYP, instruction is in English and Serbian; in MYP, language instruction occurs in Serbian and English; in DP, instruction is predominantly in English with Serbian and other languages available as appropriate.
What languages are taught beyond English and Serbian, and are there language certificates?
From Grade 2, a third language (German, French, or Spanish) is offered. Additional language options in MYP/DP include Italian, Spanish, German, Russian, French, and Serbian, with some language certifications available as optional add-ons.
What is the history and community focus of the school?
Ruđer Bošković School has been operating for over twenty years and fosters an international and regional learning community through exchanges, cultural visits, and partnerships that connect Belgrade with peers.
