International School of Belgrade

The International School of Belgrade, housed in a remodelled villa, together with fourteen adjacent classrooms, and a large multi-purpose room, is in a residential area. There is adequate play space. In March 2003, grades 6-8 moved to a newly renovated facility on a 2.5 hectare site. The new site is about 200 metres from the Lower school. In 2004-5, grade 10 and in subsequent years, the remainder of the high school program will be added.

The Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes of the International Baccalaureate Organization are in the implementation stage. The curriculum is similar to that of US public schools. Students may elect to study either French or Serbian as a foreign language. Classes in English as a second language are offered to all non-English speaking students. Computer literacy and laboratory science classes are included as part of the regular program.

The International School of Belgrade year extends from early September to late June with Fall, Christmas, Winter, and Spring recesses. The school offers an extensive after-school enrichment/activity program.

The student body is very mobile, usually staying three years and either returning to their home country or moving to another overseas post. At present 29 nations are represented. Most of the staff have been associated with the school for many years. Specialists include teachers of music, physical education, French, computer and ESL teachers, a librarian, a guidance counselor and a physician. The staff consists of both long-term local teachers and a large cadre of internationally recruited staff

The International School of Belgrade, which was founded in 1948, is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors, three of whom are appointed by the American ambassador; four are elected by the Association of the International School of Belgrade, the sponsors of the school. In addition, the American Embassy Administrative Officer is an ex-officio member of the School Board. Membership of the Association is automatically conferred on the parents or guardians of children enrolled in the school.

Admission to International School of Belgrade is by application. Kindergarten pupils must be five years old by October 1, unless on transfer. The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the European Council of International Schools.