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| Number of students |
770 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
45 |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
17 |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Slovak, Spanish, French, German, Korean |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Information technology plays an important role in the daily life of students at BISB, whether it is learning new skills in ICT lessons, using technology as a tool when working on other subjects, using the school learning platform, using email to communicate or accessing the internet for information. BISB is equipped with a high capacity wifi network which enables access to the Internet anywhere in the building, we have 2 ICT suites and numerous portable devices to support learning. Students in years 2 to 9 have access to their own school iPad for use as a tool in school. The iPads will be used to facilitate collaboration, research, multimedia presentations, translation and an understanding of the capabilities of mobile technology. Older students are increasingly encouraged to bring their own portable device to use as a tool for learning. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, IGCSE |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Sports, arts, music, drama |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- Gym, 2 bubble gyms in winter
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| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The British International School Bratislava is a friendly and welcoming school that aims for high educational achievement in a supportive learning environment. BISB offers a distinguished educational experience and our teachers who are both highly qualified and experienced share the same commitment to ensure that every child’s potential is fulfilled. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
BISB inspires high educational achievement in all of its students, and provides a supportive learning environment in which students can discover a world of opportunity. |