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CityTallinn
CurriculumIB
Leaving qualificationIB Diploma
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IB Diploma
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 18 students / class
Maximum 22 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: €7,900
to: €10,650
Address: Keevise 2, Tallinn, Estonia
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Number of students

277

Number of nationalities represented in the school

50+

Native English speaking teachers

Most of them

Language support for students not fluent in English

English as a Second Language

Additional language classes offered by the school

Spanish, German, French, Russian, Estonian

Max. number of students per class

Class sizes currently range from 12 to 22.

Average number of students per class

18

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Yes

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes

External examinations or assessments available

IB Diploma

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Special Education Needs

Learning support offered

IST provides students, teachers, and parents with a SEN Coordinator, to provide assessment, intervention, and evaluation services. The school’s aim is to provide an inclusive environment that balances school resources with Individual student needs.

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Entry evaluation for students

An Interview and trial day for preschool and PYP Grade 1-5. During the trial day the teacher observes the student's behaviours and the level of the knowledge.
An Interview and admission test in English and Math for MYP Grade 6-10 and DP Grade 11-12.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School start time

9:00

School finish time

Preschool to Grade 3: 14:05
Grades 4-5: 15:00
Grades 6-8: 15:00 twice in a week and 15:50 three times in a week
Grades 9-12: 15:50

Supervised care before/after school

Aftercare - support service for school children whose parents or guardians cannot arrange pick up at the time pupils are dismissed. IST offers aftercare services on school days, from 14h05 to 17h.

School bus service available

No

School provided lunches

Lunch is offered daily from 11:30 – 12:00 at the school’s canteen, on the fourth floor. In the canteen, the children are assisted by teachers who help keep things organized. Pupils can also bring their own food from home and eat it in the canteen. A microwave is available to heat up the food.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Fresh and healthy meals are prepared on site every day. IST considers the specifics of pupil´s diets – every day there is a vegetarian option. Lactose free and gluten free foods can also be requested by notifying IST in advance. Milk and bread are included every day. When pork is on the menu, another protein option is available.

Uniform required

IST School uniform is highly recommended, and Dress Code Policy mandatory for Grade 1 to 12 students.
For preschool students the Dress Code is not required.

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Arts & Crafts, Book Club EYP, Capoeira, Chinese & Japanese Language, Dance Rhythmic, Drama Club, Drawing Club EYP, Game Design, Philosophy Club, Piano, Robotics, Swimming, Zumba

Facilities at the school

Library, Canteen, Labs, Assembly Hall

Sports facilities at the school

Playground, Gym

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

International School of Tallinn offers comprehensive education in English from students aged 3 to 19. The IST Curriculum is based on internationally recognized IB (International Baccalaureate) programmes.

Teaching approach of the school

IST focuses on individual potential and each student is believed to be unique. English is the language of instruction and IST offers a variety of foreign languages in its curriculum: Spanish, French, German, Russian and Estonian. IST's learning environment is diverse and inspiring. IST guarantees child-friendly, secure, and supportive learning facilities.

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