Insight International School

Russia, Saint Petersburg

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Russian

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 14 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2001

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages French, Mandarin

Typical class size 12

Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Sport

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

Insight International School in Saint Petersburg operates across two campuses on Vasilievsky and Krestovsky Islands. It follows the British National Curriculum with a bespoke curriculum, delivered in English for students aged 5–14 and supported by a Russian program for Russian-speaking students. The school serves Preschool (Nursery and Early Years 3–5), Primary (Year 1–5), and Middle (Year 6–8) ages, and awards two certificates: UK National Curriculum and the Russian program. All teachers are native speakers with pedagogical training and substantial classroom experience. Classes are limited to 12 students, enabling personal attention in a gadget-free, family-style environment. Facilities include fully equipped classrooms, a relaxation zone for English literature, and a large indoor sports hall for judo, ballet and gymnastics; outdoor play areas and a kitchen that serves four balanced meals daily. Extracurriculars span English Musical Theatre, Chess, languages (French and Chinese), Judo, Choreography, Painting, Yoga, and Science Club, enriching both academic and creative development.

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Uralskaya Street, 1, lit. M (Vasilievsky Island), St. Petersburg; Martynov Embankment, 60 (Krestovsky Island), St. Petersburg

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The Essentials

Location

Saint Petersburg. Campuses on Vasilievsky Island and Krestovsky Island. Vasilievsky campuses are Uralskaya Street, 1 liter M, and Embankment of Martynov, 60. Krestovsky campus is located near Yelagin Island on its own enclosed territory.

Stages

Preschool (Nursery and Preschool) 3-5 years. Primary (Year 1–Year 5) 5-11 years. Middle School (Year 6–Year 8) 11-14 years.

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Fees

Application fees

- No specific application or registration fee amount is published on the school's public admission information. The school states that there are "no extra fees or expenses" and that parents need not worry about school uniforms and stationery.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No per-term or per-year tuition rates by year group are published in the school's publicly available English-language admission materials for the 2026/27 academic year (or the immediately prior 2025/26 year). No numeric tuition schedule is provided for Nursery/Preschool, Primary (Year 1–Year 5) or Middle (Year 6–Year 8).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No published billing schedule, invoice cadence, or formal payment terms (for example: termly installments, due dates, late-payment penalties) are available in the admission or general information pages.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school describes programmes for children aged 3–14 and lists preschool, primary and middle divisions. No boarding provision, boarding facilities, or boarding fees are published. The school presents itself as a day school for the listed age ranges.

Other costs and included items (uniform, meals, stationery, extracurriculars)

- The school states there are no extra fees or expenses and specifically notes that school uniforms and stationery items are not a concern for parents. Daily balanced meals are provided four times a day from the school's own kitchen. Information about included extracurriculars or any optional paid activities is not accompanied by price lists.

Refund information

- No published refund policy, deposit-refund terms, or withdrawal/fee-refund conditions are available in the publicly accessible admission pages.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, other methods)

- No explicit payment-method details (for example: bank transfer instructions, accepted cards, online payment portal, or cash/cheque policy) are published in the admission or general information pages.

Summary of findings and limitations

- The school's public English-language materials advertise enrollment for the 2026/27 academic year and describe admissions steps and what is included (meals, no additional fees for uniforms/stationery), but they do not publish any numeric tuition amounts, application/registration fees, billing schedule, payment terms, boarding fees, refund rules, or payment-method instructions. Because numeric fees and formal billing/payment/refund policies are not published in the accessible admission and informational pages, no specific monetary figures or term-by-term billing details can be provided here.

Academics

Curriculum

British National Curriculum is followed and education is in English for students 5 to 14 years old, with a Russian program for Russian-speaking students. Insight International School consists of Preschool (Nursery and Preschool) 3-5 years; Primary (Year 1-Year 5) 5-11; Middle (Year 6-Year 8) 11-14. Two educational certificates are awarded: UK National Curriculum and the Russian program. All teachers are native speakers with pedagogical education and significant experience. Classes have up to 12 students. The curriculum includes official British state assessments and offers activities such as French, English musical theatre, chess, judo, choreography, art, piano and guitar.

Student Teacher Ratio

Classes with up to 12 students.

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Admissions

1) Document Preparation: The admission documents are prepared by the applicant and accompanying documents are collected. Fill out the application forms and gather the required supporting documents. Required documents include copies of parents' or legal guardians' passports. A copy of the child's birth certificate or passport, a medical certificate regarding the child's general health status, and documents from previous education (personal file, report card) are also required.

2) Interview: An entrance interview is conducted either offline or online (for children who are not in Saint Petersburg at the time of admission). The interview is part of the admission process. If the applicant is not in Saint Petersburg, the interview can be conducted remotely.

3) Assessment: Diagnostic testing is conducted in English, Mathematics, and general educational subjects according to the British curriculum. The admission process is the same for all age groups and consists of the following steps: Document Preparation, Interview, Assessment.

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FAQs

Where are the Insight International School campuses located in Saint Petersburg?

Insight International School operates two campuses in Saint Petersburg: on Vasilievsky Island (two sites: Uralskaya Street, 1 liter M, and Embankment of Martynov, 60) and on Krestovsky Island near Yelagin Island in its own enclosed territory.

What age range does the school serve and what curricula are offered?

The school serves ages 3 to 14 (Preschool to Middle School). It follows the British National Curriculum in English for ages 5–14, with a Russian program available for Russian-speaking students, and it awards two certificates: UK National Curriculum and the Russian program.

Are there any application fees, and what costs should I expect beyond tuition?

There are application fees, but no specific amount is published publicly. The school states there are no extra fees or expenses beyond tuition, and uniforms and stationery are not a concern; daily meals are provided from the school kitchen.

What is the admissions process for Insight International School?

The admissions process includes document preparation, an interview (online or offline if you're outside Saint Petersburg), and a diagnostic assessment in English, Mathematics, and general subjects according to the British curriculum.

What curriculum and certificates does the school offer?

Insight follows the British National Curriculum in English and offers a Russian program for Russian-speaking students. Students can receive two certificates: the UK National Curriculum certificate and the Russian program certificate.

What is the typical class size and who teaches the students?

Classes have up to 12 students, and all teachers are native speakers with pedagogical education and significant experience.

What campuses and facilities stand out at Insight International School?

There are two campuses in Saint Petersburg (Vasilievsky Island and Krestovsky Island). Facilities include fully equipped classrooms with interactive boards, a large indoor sports hall, outdoor playground, a winter garden, a genuine London telephone booth, and meals prepared in the school kitchen.

What sports and academic facilities are available on campus?

A large indoor sports hall supports activities such as judo, ballet, and gymnastics, with outdoor sports on the playground. Classrooms are designed for modern learning, including interactive boards and reading spaces.

What extracurricular activities and clubs does the school offer?

Extracurriculars include English Musical Theatre, Chess, French and Chinese languages, Judo, Choreography, Painting, Yoga, Science Club, and Educational games, all designed to broaden learning beyond core subjects.

Can students study languages beyond English, and are there language clubs?

Yes. French and Chinese are offered as extracurricular language clubs, and Russian is available for Russian-speaking students alongside English instruction.

What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place for students?

The school emphasizes a gadget-free, stress-free learning environment with daily exercise and outdoor walks. Small classes and native-speaking teachers support individualized attention, and safeguarding is described as a well-developed system.

Is there support for English-language learners (EAL) or strong language immersion?

Yes. The school provides an English-speaking environment with an English-language program from age 3, supported by native-speaking teachers.

Is Insight International School a boarding school, and is there a uniforms policy?

Insight International School operates as a day school, and there are no school uniforms required.

What can you tell me about the school's reputation and accreditations?

No accreditations or awards are listed in the available information.

How long has Insight International School been operating, and what's its history?

The school opened in 2001 and has been serving both foreign and Russian students for over twenty years, with campuses on Vasilievsky and Krestovsky Islands.

What languages are taught at the school, and how is bilingual education handled?

English instruction follows the British National Curriculum, and a Russian program is available for Russian-speaking students. Bilingual options allow Russian-speaking students to study under both British and Russian standards and receive two certificates.

Are there language clubs or additional languages beyond the core curriculum?

Yes, French and Chinese are offered as extracurricular language clubs, alongside English and Russian instruction.

What is the school community like, and how does the school engage families?

Insight emphasizes a family atmosphere with small classes and native-speaking teachers. The campuses are in prestigious areas of Saint Petersburg, and there are a broad range of extracurricular activities; however, information about a PTA or formal community events is not listed.

Is there a PTA or formal community events program at the school?

A PTA or specific community events program isn't listed in the available information.

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