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International School of BudapestThe International School of Budapest provides an English language education to children from 4-14. It is owned and operated by the International Education Foundation of the Szamalk Corporation. Students represent some 22 nationalities and are drawn from the diplomatic and business communities. The English medium programme (K-Grade 6) is accredited by the European Concil of International Schools and the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges in the USA. ISB is also accredited by the Ministry of Education. The International School of Budapest is located in one of Budapest's most attractive areas in the Buda Hills with good public transport links to the city centre and a door-to-door private bus service for students if required. The facilities at International School of Budapest are purpose-built and modern and include a nearby gymnasium, a library a computer centre, specialist music rooms and extensive play areas in woodland surroundings. International School of Budapest has developed its own curriculum which draws on the best current practice world wide. The core curriculum includes language, mathematics, social studies, science, art and integrated computer work. Music, physical education, swimming and information techology are taught by specialists. There is a strong and individualized programme of language support for students needing ESL, which is taught by native English speakers. The school offers bilingual classes for Hungarian students at preparatory, and grades 1 and 2 level. The Hungarian National Curriculum is taught in full and students also learn English and integrate with the international students in specialist subject areas. Teaching staff at International School of Budapest are well qualified and experienced and represent a range of nationalities. Parental involvement is actively encouraged and parents are very much part of the daily life of the school. There is an extensive programme of after-school activities. Daily snacks and hot lunches are included in the fee. The, school year runs from late August to late June. Children are accepted year-round, irrespective of their English language background. Placement is based on an interview and previous school reports. School Profile:National, International curricula. 100 students, 4-14 yrs. Address: c/o Szamalk Rt. OKK, Konkoly Thege Ut 21, H-1121, Budapest, Hungary Tel: (+36) 1 395 6543 Fax: (+36) 1 395 5376 isb@elender. hu http: //www.isb. hu |
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