

Košice International School (KEIS)
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
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.
Curriculum
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
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| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3–5 | €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
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 JoyceHead of Primary, IB Primary Years Programme CoordinatorZita Joyce serves as the Head of Primary and is the IB Primary Years Programme Coordinator.
Marcela DanišováHead of Secondary, IB Diploma Programme CoordinatorMarcela Danišová serves as the Head of Secondary and is the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator.
Lucia BernáthováIB Middle Years Programme CoordinatorLucia Bernáthová serves as the IB Middle Years Programme Coordinator and is also a Science MYP Teacher.
Eva GaľováSpecial Educational Needs CoordinatorEva Gaľová serves as the Special Educational Needs Coordinator.
Branislav BlichaICT CoordinatorBranislav Blicha serves as the ICT Coordinator.
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