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Košice International School (KEIS)

Updated July 2026

3–19Ages

Accreditations

Košice International School (KEIS) is an international school in Eastern Slovakia providing a world-class, inquiry-based education for students aged 3 to 19. It offers a full IB continuum, including the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, serving both expatriate and local families.

Teaching approach

The school is committed to the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy, focusing on developing internationally-minded global citizens. The educational approach is guided by the ten attributes of the IB Learner Profile, which include being inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective.

Programmes

The school follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum framework, including the Primary Years Programme (ages 3–12), the Middle Years Programme (ages 12–17), and the Diploma Programme (ages 17–19). The primary curriculum utilizes the Singapore Math approach for conceptual understanding, while the middle and secondary programmes integrate project-based learning across subjects such as mathematics, sciences, humanities, arts, and languages, including Slovak language and literature.

Outcomes

The school is an authorized IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), and is an authorized IB Diploma Programme (DP) World School. Students have demonstrated performance that exceeds peers on global benchmarks, and the school holds Erasmus+ accreditation to facilitate international cooperation and student exchanges.

Student support

EAL support
Included in fees
Learning support
Dedicated department

Learning support

The school maintains a dedicated learning support team, including a Special Educational Needs (SEN) coordinator and English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers. Teaching assistants are also available to provide further support within the classroom environment.

Frequently asked questions(5)
What curriculum does Košice International School (KEIS) offer?
Košice International School (KEIS) offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
How much is tuition at Košice International School (KEIS)?
Annual tuition at Košice International School (KEIS) is €5K–€8K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What ages does Košice International School (KEIS) teach?
Košice International School (KEIS) enrolls students aged 3 to 19.
What accreditations does Košice International School (KEIS) hold?
Košice International School (KEIS) holds accreditations including IB.
Where is Košice International School (KEIS) located?
Košice International School (KEIS) is an international school in Kosice, Slovakia.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2025-2026
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Kindergarten3–5€5K
Primary School (6y-12y)6–12€7K
Middle School (12y-16y)12–16€8K
Secondary School (16y-)16–?€6.5K

Admissions

The school accepts applications for students from kindergarten through secondary school. Interested families can schedule a tour, an admission appointment, an online meeting, or a trial day for their child through the school's contact office. The school provides transportation services via independent minibuses on a door-to-door basis.

Calendar

The school operates on a standard academic year, with specific calendars published annually. Open days are held periodically to allow prospective families to visit the campus and experience the learning environment.

Facilities

Science labs

About the campus

The campus is located in Košice-Košická Nová Ves and features modern learning spaces designed for 21st-century education. The school premises include specialized areas such as a science lab and other facilities to support the inquiry-based curriculum.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a variety of school clubs to enrich the student experience. These activities are available after the final school period and conclude with an afternoon pick-up service.

  • Alexandra BlaasováHead of School

    Alexandra Blaasová serves as the Head of School at Košice International School.

  • Zita Joyce
    Zita JoyceHead of Primary, IB Primary Years Programme Coordinator

    Zita Joyce serves as the Head of Primary and is the IB Primary Years Programme Coordinator.

  • Marcela Danišová
    Marcela DanišováHead of Secondary, IB Diploma Programme Coordinator

    Marcela Danišová serves as the Head of Secondary and is the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator.

  • Lucia Bernáthová
    Lucia BernáthováIB Middle Years Programme Coordinator

    Lucia Bernáthová serves as the IB Middle Years Programme Coordinator and is also a Science MYP Teacher.

  • Eva Gaľová
    Eva GaľováSpecial Educational Needs Coordinator

    Eva Gaľová serves as the Special Educational Needs Coordinator.

  • Branislav Blicha
    Branislav BlichaICT Coordinator

    Branislav Blicha serves as the ICT Coordinator.