Hungary, Budapest
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Brit-Magyar Bilingual School in Hungary serves learners aged 6 to 12 with a bilingual English–Hungarian program. The curriculum combines Hungarian National Core Curriculum with a bilingual framework and Cambridge International accreditation; the school is Cambridge-accredited. English-taught subjects follow the Cambridge framework and are delivered by native English-speaking teachers, while Hungarian instruction aligns with the national curriculum. The aim is a 50/50 split between Hungarian and English lessons, taught through project-based, cross-curricular learning that connects subjects to student interests. Class sizes are capped at 24, and the school day runs 8:00 to 17:00, with Circle Time at 8:30 and last lessons ending around 15:00; after-school care is available until 16:00. Facilities include flexible learning spaces, a gym, and a garden; digital tools and tablets support learning. The program prepares students for studies in Hungarian secondary schools or international institutions, with emphasis on arts, STEAM, and language development. PTA involvement is encouraged.
Budapest, Tárogató út 2-4, 1021 Hungary
Brit-Magyar School has typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English, Hungarian.
The Brit-Magyar School is located in Budapest, Hungary. The street address is Tárogató út 2-4, 1021 Budapest.
Grades 1–8. Currently two-form entry in Grade 1 and one-form entry in Grades 2–5; Grade 6 will open in September with the aim to reach two-form entry up to Grade 8.
A bilingual school with English and Hungarian language instruction; follows the Hungarian national core curriculum and the Cambridge International curriculum; Cambridge International accreditation.
Hungarian and international students; nationalities represented include Hungarian, Chinese, American, British, South African, Danish, Russian and Malaysian.
Extra teaching support outside of the normal curriculum is available, such as help with Hungarian as a second language or additional help with English, for an additional fee.
Hungary
The school day runs daily from 8:00 to 17:00. The day starts with a circle time at 8:30; the last lesson ends at 15:00; after-school activities are available until 16:00. Meals and snacks are available at the school for an extra charge.
Annual tuition at Brit-Magyar School ranges from HUF 2 for 2026/27.
Brit-Magyar School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 6 to 12.
The school uses the Hungarian National Core Curriculum (NAT) and the bilingual framework curriculum defined for bilingual schools. It integrates Cambridge International Education programs into its curriculum. English-Hunglarian bilingual education is delivered by native English-speaking teachers, combining Hungarian instruction with international methodologies.
The school prepares students for further education in either the Hungarian or international grammar school systems.
Afternoon sessions provide opportunities to support both remedial and gifted education.
The Brit-Magyar School uses child-centered learning and aims to create a safe, caring environment. Students are encouraged to learn confidently, research, take risks, and learn from mistakes. Decisions consider the physical, mental and emotional well-being of each student. The school fosters social development through after-school activities and parental involvement via the PTA.
A school prep course is led by Judit Kulcsár, an experienced special education teacher who has been dealing with the prevention, recognition and correction of learning difficulties and disorders.
The Brit-Magyar Bilingual School uses the Hungarian National Core Curriculum and the bilingual framework curriculum. Cambridge International provides the learning framework and materials for teaching English in line with the national curriculum. For English-taught subjects, besides the Hungarian bilingual curriculum, the Cambridge International curriculum is also relied upon. The planned curriculum has 50% Hungarian and 50% English, with English language lessons planned in smaller groups. English-taught subjects include science and other non-core subjects; native English teachers teach the English-language lessons.
The school provides a safe, happy and supportive environment. The pedagogical approach centers on child-centered learning and a safe environment where students can learn confidently, take risks, and learn from mistakes. Decisions consider the physical, mental and emotional well-being of each student.
Safety measures to minimize virus spread include wearing masks in the building and communal spaces. Temperature checks on entry and mandatory hand sanitizing are in place. Classrooms and hallways are organized to minimize contact, with breaks outdoors when possible and class-based lunch seating. If a positive Covid case is identified, the school reports it to health authorities and requires a negative test (PCR or antigen) or a 10-day quarantine before returning. The school follows government health protocols as part of its safeguarding and health policies.
The Brit-Magyar School welcomes all children who are willing to study at Brit-Magyar School. The admission procedure consists of five steps: Step 1 - Fill out an online application form and submit. Step 2 - Review your application; a personal appointment with the Director and management is arranged, during which the child undergoes a pre-screening; the two selection sessions cost 10,000 HUF per child. Step 3 - If the first meeting ends positively, the student is invited to complete two full school days at Brit-Magyar School. Step 4 - The school informs parents of its decision within 2–3 working days following the trial days. Step 5 - If an offer is made, the educational contract is sent for review; after the contract is signed and the registration fee is paid, the place is confirmed. We accept students from Grade 1 to Grade 8; the number of places is limited and admission is determined by the date of submission. The school is located at 1021 Budapest, Tárogató út 2-4.