I have the privilege and pleasure of being part of this learning community of children, parents, teachers and staff and it is my hope that this message truly conveys to you the uniqueness of our school and why we strive to be a centre of excellence.
As Ukraine’s most prestigious international school, our priorities are the care and wellbeing of each child, service to parents and support for the community.
Academic results are high and, in addition to ensuring educational excellence and outstanding achievement, our aim is to develop the abilities, traits and life-skills that will help our students persevere with setbacks and positively contribute to the wider community.
Our graduates will go on to figure prominently as leaders in politics, science, business and the arts and so we nurture the development of the shared British and international values and virtues that are vital for them to fulfil their potential, realise their aspirations and make a positive contribution to society.
Although we have had over 50 nationalities represented at our school, we know that such numbers alone do not make a school international. Therefore, we embrace a commitment to internationalism and interculturalism by recognising what we have in common and exploring what is different in order to promote tolerance, morality and a deeper understanding of the world around us.
It has been said that the development of our school in many ways mirrors that of this wonderful country — with each having a long heritage and strong traditions. Now, both are looking to the future with high aspirations and the talent, creativity and determination to achieve great things.
This is a school where we want people to feel that they are valued, cared for and happy.
Learning is an exciting and amazing adventure. I guarantee that you will always be welcome if you would like to come along and join us on our journey.
BISU alumni enter the world’s top universities
87% of our students get higher education abroad
The school offers the National Curriculum for England complemented by Cambridge IGCSE and A-level, as well as the IB Diploma (IBDP). Local students may also choose to take advantage of the opportunity to study for national qualifications.
Admission
87% of our students get higher education abroad
BISU is a member of the Council of British International Schools
The school offers the National Curriculum for England complemented by Cambridge IGCSE and A-level, as well as the IB Diploma (IBDP). Local students can also study the Ukrainian Curriculum.
schools
2 schools in Kyiv and 1 in Dnipro
years
BISU has been present in Ukraine
year-old-students
We welcome students of different ages
The Council of British International Schools (COBIS) is a membership association that represents more than 450 schools and organisations, globally
- Working according to the COBIS standards means that our students receive the same quality education as those studying in private schools in Great Britain
Each receives an independent assessment of the level of knowledge
- Students pass Cambridge Checkpoint exams, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme exams (varies at campuses)
- Such assessment allows comparing oneself with other international graduates preparing for higher education
- BISU is able to offer a Dual Curriculum programme for parents who wish their children to study for the Ukrainian Atestat
Our Core Values
Mission
We seek to empower young people to find their true calling in life through continuous learning, unleashed potential and personal growth.
Vision
We are building a dynamic student-centred environment that fosters generations of happy, intelligent and multi-skilled lifelong learners able to create a better future for humanity.
Mission
We seek to empower young people to find their true calling in life through continuous learning, unleashed potential and personal growth.
Vision
We are building a dynamic student-centred environment that fosters generations of happy, intelligent and multi-skilled lifelong learners able to create a better future for humanity.
A happy environment
- We respect others and ourselves
- We smile and radiate positivity
- We are attentive to students at all times
- We are courteous, caring and respectful
- We are not afraid to make mistakes and learn from them
- We are proud to be part of the BISU community
- We are fully aware that we represent BISU at all times
- We remember to be excellent role models
- We care for the planet
Achievement
- We have clear challenging goals and work to attain them
- We acknowledge, recognise and appreciate achievement
- We are proactive
- We manage expectations
- We believe every lesson is important
- We take initiative to improve our performance
- We believe everyone’s actions affect BISU performance
Discovery
- BISU provides an ongoing learning process for the staff, students and parents
- We facilitate learning and discovery
- We foster critical thinking problem-solving and collaboration
- We continuously develop our knowledge and skills
- Our job is not to ‘fill the vessel’, but to ‘light the fire’
- We promote learning through inquiry
- We analyse our actions and make conclusions in order to progress
Commitment
- We love what we do
- We are responsible for our actions and results
- We accept challenges
- We reflect on our performance and constantly improve
- We are responsible for meeting every student’s learning needs
British approach
- We cultivate mutual respect between all at BISU, recognising everyone is important
- We respect a variety of opinions, beliefs, and values
- We appreciate and respect our parent body and value their trust
Principal’s Welcome
David Cole
Principal at BISU
A UK-qualified school leader with 20 years’ experience of leading schools in England and around the world. He is a dedicated and motivated professional with the experience to bring about change and the vision to lead and inspire. He has an unshakable belief that the child must remain at the centre of all that we do and a personal goal of inspiring excellence in others in order for them to achieve lifelong success, happiness, tolerance and understanding.
Natalia Kravchenko
Head of Nivki School
A teacher of the highest qualification category. Mrs Natalia`s teaching experience began more than 23 years ago at the British International School in Ukraine, and since then she has become an integral part of the educational process within the school.
Mrs Natalia`s leadership is most focused on the development of creativity, inspiration and support of students at every stage of education.
Natalia Kravchenko
Head of Nivki School
Galina Sava
Head of Pechersk School
Veronika Efimenko
Head of Dnipro School
Contacts
Online education
1 Dragomyrova Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 596 18 28
+38 (050) 412 48 84
info.pe@britishschool.ua
Pechersk Kindergarten
1 Dragomyrova Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 596 18 28
+38 (050) 412 48 84
info.pe@britishschool.ua
Pechersk Primary and Secondary School
1 Dragomyrova Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 596 18 28
+38 (050) 412 48 84
info.pe@britishschool.ua
Nivki Kindergarten
45 Tolbukhina Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 239 21 21
+38 (066) 303 75 78
info.np@britishschool.ua
Nivki Primary and Secondary School
45 Tolbukhina Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 502 39 09
+38 (050) 410 46 44
info.ns@britishschool.ua
Dnipro Kindergarten
39a Antonovychа Str., Dnipro
+38 (056) 767 18 28
+38 (050) 458 80 22
info.dn@britishschool.ua
Dnipro Primary and Secondary School
39a Antonovychа Str., Dnipro
+38 (056) 767 18 28
+38 (050) 458 80 22
info.dn@britishschool.ua
External education
1 Dragomyrova Str., Kyiv
+38 (044) 596 18 28
+38 (050) 412 48 84
info.pe@britishschool.ua
