AZBUKA Russian-English International School & Nursery is a EYFS (Early years foundation stage) / British Curriculum school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 2002. Annual tuition ranges from $7,277 to $19,622 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Romanoff Foundation scholarship offers GBP 1,250 per year towards tuition. Open to all new and current students in Years 1–6. Applications require: parent letter in Russian or English, teacher recommendation, talent submission (video up to 4 minutes or written/portfolio), AZBUKA head cover letter, and supporting documents. Selection made by a Romanoff Foundation and AZBUKA committee; interviews may be conducted with finalists.
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About
AZBUKA Russian-English International School & Nursery is a London-based independent bilingual day school for children aged 2 to 11, offering EYFS and the British Curriculum through English and Russian. Registered as the UK's first Ofsted-recognised pre-school with a Russian curriculum, the school operates with small classes of up to 12 pupils and two native-language teachers per class to ensure balanced bilingual learning. Governed by the non-profit AZBUKA Foundation, the school also runs a Saturday School for ages 5–16 and emphasises cultural enrichment, social development, and seamless transition to UK or international secondary education.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
UK's first Ofsted-registered pre-school with a Russian curriculum for bilingual children. Small class sizes of 8–12 pupils with two native-language teachers per class ensuring balanced bilingual delivery. Offers AZBUKA Saturday School (ages 5–16), a Cultural Centre, and a Bilingual Education Resource. Prepares pupils for seamless transition to UK secondary education or international schools. Non-profit charity ethos with sibling discounts and scholarship support.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Year 2 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Year 3 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Year 4 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Year 5 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Year 6 | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Reception | GBP 15,450~$ 19,557 |
| Nursery Long Stay 3 days | GBP 8,490~$ 10,747 |
| Nursery Long Stay 4 days | GBP 11,310~$ 14,316 |
| Nursery Long Stay 5 days | GBP 14,130~$ 17,886 |
| Nursery Short Stay 3 days | GBP 5,730~$ 7,253 |
| Nursery Short Stay 4 days | GBP 7,620~$ 9,646 |
| Nursery Short Stay 5 days | GBP 9,510~$ 12,038 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: GBP 5,730 - 15,450 + VAT. Application fee: $76.
Admissions Process
- 1Complete Registration for Intake Form on the school website. 2. School confirms receipt and places child on waiting and mailing list. 3. Family is invited to an Open Day and/or school visit. 4. Admission process for the following academic year opens in March; Short Registration Forms sent to waiting list families. 5. Interview/assessment or examination arranged (examination required from Year 1; visit/interview for Nursery and Reception). 6. Successful candidates receive an offer letter and Admission Pack. 7. Official admission confirmed on receipt of all Admission Pack documentation and the GBP 2,000 Main School Deposit. 8. If no place is available, child is placed on Reserve List; unsuccessful candidates informed in writing.
Admissions Details
Registration places the child on a waiting and mailing list. Admission process for the following year opens in March. If no place can be offered immediately, the child is carried forward on a Reserve List until a place becomes available; unsuccessful candidates are informed in writing.
School Day
Nursery Long Stay: 09:00–15:00; Nursery Short Stay: 09:00–13:00. Full-time hours for Reception and Years 1–6 not explicitly stated.
Student Life
Compulsory uniform from Reception class onwards; no uniform requirement for Nursery (pre-Reception).
Option of either a packed lunch or a hot lunch (subject to availability).
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Children are guided to grow, learn, achieve and thrive in a safe environment, with emphasis on multilingual and multicultural competences and social development.
AZBUKA Nursery is Ofsted registered, indicating compliance with safeguarding and regulatory standards. The school provides a safe Russian-English educational environment.
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School Background
AZBUKA Foundation is a non-profit charity incorporated in 2013, governed by a board of Trustees and supported by patrons and consultants. Surplus is reinvested; operating costs covered by tuition fees and fundraising/donations.