Exupery International School is an IB boarding school in Latvia offering preschool through secondary education in a safe and multicultural environment using innovations on a purpose built campus.

EIS is a co-educational day and boarding school in Latvia, offering a personalized approach to education and excellent conditions for students aged 2-19. Founded in 2016, EIS is perfectly situated between Riga and the Jurmala seaside. We value safety and traditions as well as creativity and innovation.

• Studying the International Baccalaureate programme helps students to reach their full potential while becoming open-minded and responsible global citizens.
• In accordance with UN standards, our students’ learning path combines inquiry, flexible communication, risk-taking and reflectiveness in the ever-changing and diverse environment of the modern world.
• The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, International Baccalaureate PYP, DP and a wide range of after-school activities combine productivity with joyful exploration and memorable, hands-on experiences. In this environment, students develop vital skill sets for their future life.
• The EIS Boarding House is located on the school campus and is a part of the High School building. The boarding facilities are spread over three floors and consist of en-suite rooms with two or three students per room.
• Our faculty sustains a global community that will welcome and nurture your child, sharing its wealth of experience in all areas of education.
• The EIS community represents 37 different nationalities. Our experienced and caring teachers perceive every student’s personal development as being of primary importance.
• Our University Counselors and our partnership with local and international universities ensure students have a broad outlook on their further studies and career.

Cost Description for Day Students:

Preschool*

Nursery (2,5-3 years old) – 11 900 EUR
K1, K2 (3-5 years old) – 12 495 EUR
K 3 (5-6 years old) – 15 000 EUR

School

Grades 1- 5 (7-11 years old) – 15 000 EUR
Grades 6- 9 (12-16 years old) – 16 520 EUR
Grades 10-12 (16-18 years old) – 17 580 EUR

*Preschool Summer Time € 385 per week, meals included.

Tuition fees cover: Workbooks & related materials, English Language Support, Local field trips (excluding overnight trips), After-School Activities (excluding outsourced providers), Access to University Counselling Services.

Tuition fees do not cover:

Membership Registration Fee is non-refundable. A one-time only, per student fee.
For Nursery not charge, but charge then entering K1
For new students K1- Grade 9 € 1 500
For new students Grade 10-12 € 2 500

IB, IB PYP, The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, Montessori

The goal of our curriculum is to serve our mission by encouraging personal and academic achievement, challenging students to excel in their studies and personal growth while focusing on developing an international outlook and a sense of responsible global citizenship. With these objectives in mind, EIS chose to offer the international Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) for students up to Grade 5, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB DP) in Grades 11-12, and provide a bridge in Middle School using the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Program in Grades 6-10. The PYP and IB DP are the most wide-spread curriculum frameworks in international education, and IGCSE is most commonly used in Middle School. It is usual to bridge these programs by parallel curriculum framework in Middle School.

IB PRIMARY YEARS PROGRAM – Nursery to Grade 5
The IB Primary Years Program (PYP) for students from Nursery to Year 5 nurtures and develops young students as caring, active participants in a lifelong learning journey. The program is famous for its inquiry-based and transdisciplinary approach. It challenges students to think for themselves and take responsibility for their learning, as they explore local and global issues and opportunities in real-life contexts.

CAMBRIDGE IGCSE – GRADES 6-10
Cambridge IGCSE encourages learner-centered and enquiry-based approaches to learning. It stands out as being an academically rigorous, well-structured and very well-resourced curriculum. With clearly-defined learning outcomes and content, it is designed to be compatible with other curricula, and to be internationally relevant and sensitive to different needs and cultures. It prepares students for a series of exams that can be taken in Grades 9 and 10 in the following disciplines:

• Global perspectives (Year 9)
• Information and Communication Technology (Year 9)
• Combined science (Year 9)
• Coordinated Science (Year 10)
• English as a Second Language or English Literature (Year 9, Year 10)
• Math (Year 9, Year 10)

At EIS, IGCSE serves as an excellent bridge between the inquiry-based PYP and the exam-driven IB DP.

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM – GRADES 11-12
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB DP) is a comprehensive, rigorous, program for Years 11 and 12 students, and has become the preeminent university preparatory program globally. Candidates for the IB diploma focus on six areas: the native language of the student, a second language, social studies, sciences, mathematics, and the arts. Additional mandatory components include Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay, and the CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service) program. The program is famous for its academically rigorous exams and its focus on student action, individual research, and skill development. For more details contact our IB DP Program Coordinator, or visit the IB DP Program website.

CORE SUBJECTS & CURRICULUM STANDARDS

EIS offers its students a versatile curriculum that prepares them for college admissions locally and abroad and is created in accordance with the school’s mission. The core disciplines of English, Math, Science, Social Studies and Physical Education are supported by robust Mother Tongue, Foreign Language, Arts and Computer Science programs. It sets out clearly the learning path towards successful completion of the IB DP program. These curricular content goals are supported by programs that focus on Social and Emotional Learning, Service and Action, Responsible Citizenship, and Interdisciplinary Academic Skills.

The EIS Boarding House is located on campus and is a part of the High School building, conveniently near the safe, clean and attractive town of Pinki. The boarding facilities are spread over three floors and consist of en-suite rooms with two or three students per room, with a total capacity of 90 students aged between 14 to 18. The boarding house has a range of boarding options available including full-time, weekly or flexi boarding. The lounge areas, dining-room, library, gym and interior courtyard provide students with all the essential facilities in a truly home-from-home environment. There is a security guard on duty 24/7 and CCTV cameras that keep a visual record of any person entering the boarding area.

Boarding students are offered 5 balanced meals per day. Students’ welfare is of utmost importance and we have a carefully managed pastoral care program. With the support of adults, children will feel empowered to meet challenges with growing confidence.

Students who stay on Campus are invited to join weekend activities programs. The school is located a short drive from Riga center and is easily accessible by public transport. Students are welcome to join trips to explore the city, and there are also opportunities to travel further afield in Latvia.

Cost description for boarding students
Full board student:

• 31 000 EUR (Grades 9-10, 14-16 years old)
• 32 000 EUR (Grades 11-12, 16-18 years old)

Weekly board student:

• 29 000 EUR (Grades 9-10, 14-16 years old)
• 30 000 EUR (Grades 11-12, 16-18 years old)

Boarding fees include workbooks and related materials, English Language support, local field trips (excluding overnight trips), After-School Activities (excluding outsourced providers), Access to University Counselling Services and daily meals: breakfast, morning snack, lunch, midday snack, dinner.
Additional Fees for Boarding School students, not covered by Tuition Fees, include:

• Overnight field trips locally or abroad
• Extra After-School Activities
• International Examination Fees
• Visa services and Medical Insurance Costs for international boarding students
• Boarding Student Expense Accounts only for boarding students
• Boarding Fee Deposit only for boarding students

A deposit for boarding students of 10% of the yearly fee should be paid by students applying for boarding upon signing the agreement. The deposit will be refunded after graduation, or in cases where the agreement is not prolonged to the next academic year. In case of an early withdrawal, the deposit is not refundable.

Exupery After-School Activities (ASA) are held on weekdays and most are included in the tuition fee. The school offers a choice of more than 50 ASA activities in various areas.

• Academic clubs help students prepare for exams and achieve additional educational goals beyond the curriculum of the regular program. Clubs include IGCSE Exam Preparation and Foreign Language clubs.
• Sports clubs helps students enjoy exercise, keep active and prepare for upcoming games.
• Social Studies skills are highly developed in the Student Council and Model United Nations clubs.
• Art activities are strongly encouraged in our arts clubs for everyone who wants to try something new and enjoy the creative process. Painting, Ceramics and Mosaics are among the many activities enjoyed by EIS students.
• As a part of the learning journey, students are offered the opportunity to attend gym and sport classes every day and also take part in both local and international study trips.
• Students are invited to participate in camps in Summer and during the school year.