What are the schools in Bucharest like?

"Make an appointment and take the whole family along - the children will give you feedback about their views. Have questions ready in advance and ask lots of them. The school has a policy of honesty so do not expect 'soft' answers adapted to your own circumstances. The school knows what it does and does it well," explained one expat living in Bucharest, Romania.

"Schools in Bucharest vary widely in terms of size, curriculum, and facilities.Public schools in Bucharest are state-funded and free to attend, and most offer general and vocational education in English, French and German. Private schools in Bucharest include international schools catering mainly to expatriates, private day schools and boarding schools, as well as other private institutions. Many of these schools provide a multicultural learning environment and follow an international curriculum such as the International Baccalaureate (IB). In addition to their regular classes, some schools also offer extracurricular activities like sports and music," said one parent with children at in Bucharest.