About
Established in 1997 in Riga, Latvia, the International School of Riga is an independent, not for profit school that offers an international education from Toddlers to Grade 12 for 305 students representing more than 47 nationalities. The school is located on two campuses, both centrally located within the city, making it Riga’s most centrally located international school.
Location
The ISR Primary School campus, Kalnciema 118, is located in the historic Pārdaugava neighbourhood, in the 1912 heritage schoolhouse designed by renowned Latvian architect Reinholds Georgs Šmēlings.
The new Secondary Campus at Skanstes 27 is a modern facility located in the heart of Riga’s Central district. Just steps away from the Rimi Olympic Centre—a world-class sports venue where ISR students also have physical education—this convenient location ensures an easy walk or short drive for families living in Riga and nearby suburbs.
Organization
The ISR Board of Directors, is elected by the members of the International School of Riga in an Annual General Meeting. ISR is registered in the Latvian Registry of Associations. Membership is automatically conferred on the parents or guardians of the students enrolled in the school. The School Director and leadership team manage the daily operation of the school.
Curriculum
The International School of Riga is an International Baccalaureate World School and Cambridge International Centre. Primary school students, preschool through grade 5, follow the IB Primary Years Programme (IBPYP). Middle school students, grades 6 to 10, study using the IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP)*, and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is for grades 11-12.
This means an ISR education is fully transferable around the world and highly regarded by universities internationally. Instruction is in English and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered to those students requiring it. Students who do not need additional English language support can also study foreign languages including French, Latvian or Spanish. ISR has a fully certified international teaching staff including specialist teachers for languages, physical education, art, music, and IT. A rich and extensive extra-curricular programme, including sporting, academic and creative activities, is available to all students, most of which is included in the cost of tuition.
*”INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAM International School of Riga is a Candidate School* for the IB MYP. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that ISR believes is important for our students.
**Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.
Faculty and Staff
ISR proudly attracts top teaching talent from Latvia and around the world, ensuring students learn from skilled, internationally experienced educators who are native or fluent English speakers. Our teachers bring global perspectives, innovative methods, and a commitment to student success.
The modern ISR campus supports learning with bright, open classrooms, a well-equipped library, and exceptional spaces for sports and extra-curricular activities—delivering a truly world-class educational experience in Riga.
Enrolment
Enrolment is currently over 330 students, representing approximately 47 nationalities.
International School of Riga is a Candidate School* for the IB MYP. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that ISR believes is important for our students. *Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit http://www.ibo.org.
