Admission to The International School of Moscow is selective. We are committed to ensuring that our pupils have access to the highest standards in education, and that also implies learning from other pupils as well as the classroom teacher.  Age appropriate skills in English and academic levels are evaluated for all applicants, and we often invite students to spend sessions within the classroom to get a holistic picture beyond just their academic level. We expect all students to contribute to school life outside of the classroom: sports, drama and music. Find below information relating to specific age groups applying to the school.

Nursery (age 3) 

When students are three, they join a Nursery class. At this stage the child must be free of nappies/diapers. There is a need for a basic understanding of English to be considered for a place in Nursery. This will be assessed by a member of our academic staff after an application is received. Provided the evaluation is satisfactory, a place will be offered.

Reception Classes (age 4)

When children are four, they join a Reception class. At this age there is a need for a more in-depth understanding of English and academic ability will be required.This will be assessed by a member of our academic staff after an application is received. Provided the evaluation is satisfactory, a place will be offered.

Years 1 & 2 (ages 5 & 6)

Pupils applying for places in Years 1 & 2 must have some knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written. Reports from the previous school(s) may also be required. After an application is received, an appointment will be made for parents to visit the school and for their child to be assessed by a member of our academic staff. The assessments are compulsory for all children attending The International School of Moscow, and tasks set out in the assessment are taken from the objectives outlined in the English National Curriculum. Provided the entrance test results, school reports and the evaluation are satisfactory, a place will be offered.

Years 3 to 6 (Ages 7, 8 & 9)

Pupils applying for places in Years 3 to 6 must have extensive prior knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written. Reports from the previous school(s) may also be required. After an application is received, an appointment will be made for parents to visit the school and for their child to be assessed by a member of our academic staff. The assessments are compulsory for all children attending the The International School of Moscow and tasks set out in the assessment are taken from the objectives outlined in the English National Curriculum. Provided the entrance test results, school reports and the evaluation are satisfactory, a place will be offered.

Secondary School

Pupils applying for places in our Secondary School must have extensive prior knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written reports from the previous school(s) may also be required. After an application is received, an appointment will be made for parents to visit the school and for their child to be assessed by a member of our academic staff. The assessments are compulsory for all children attending the The International School of Moscow and tasks set out in the assessment are taken from the objectives outlined in the English National Curriculum. Provided the entrance test results, school reports and the evaluation are satisfactory, a place will be offered.

How do I apply?

All applications to the school should be made through the online application form. Once an application has been made online, a member of the Admissions team will be in contact to answer any questions and assist you with the Application process.