Admissions
VIS strives to provide a challenging, inquiry-based curriculum in English where all students have the opportunity to experience success.
Vilnius International School was founded to provide a high-quality education that prepares students for a world where change is constant. We offer the PYP and MYP International Baccalaureate Programmes and Cambridge International AS&A Levels for children aged 3 to 19.
Our admissions process follows a first-come, first-served approach while also considering factors such as class composition, language competency, and individual learning needs. We review applications on a rolling basis. Admissions assessments generally begin in November for the following school year.
Schedule a visit or phone consultation to meet Valdonė Jakšienė, Admissions Coordinator, by filling out Enquiry Form or contacting by phone or email (+370 658 82842 / [email protected]).
- Fill out and submit the Application, await the confirmation email with further instructions.
- When requested by the Admissions Coordinator, submit a progress report or report card from the previous school year and the current school year. A Teacher Evaluation form from your previous teacher might also be requested during the admissions process.
- Depending on the availability, an Admissions Assessment will be arranged. Eligibility for testing is dependent on a number of factors including: prior academic achievement and availability of space in the grade to which the child is applying. An Invitation for the Assessment does not guarantee enrollment.
- Await confirmation from the Admissions Coordinator that the child has been accepted. Do not hesitate to contact us at any time by phone or by email.
- Await an invoice from the Finance office to pay the initiation fee of 500 EUR. Bank details are as follows:
Bank details: Vilnius International School
Company code: 300030249
AB Swedbank IBAN LT657300010084438938
Swift: HABALT22
Indicate your child’s name and grade when paying.
The Education Service Agreement and other administrative documents will be sent to you two weeks before your child’s actual start date at VIS.
Vilnius International School fees for the 2025 – 2026 school year:
Assessment fee – 100 EUR payable upon invitation for assessment. The fee is nonrefundable and does not guarantee admission.
Initiation fee – 500 EUR (one-time, none-refundable)
Bank details: Vilnius International School
Company code: 300030249
AB Swedbank IBAN LT657300010084438938
Swift: HABALT22
The annual tuition fee is payable in three equal installments (by August 26, November 26 and February 23).
Lunch (and breakfast and snack for EC students) is included in the annual tuition fee.
All students in Early Childhood may request a 120 Euro / month compensation. This is applicable ONLY to families that have officially declared their address in Vilnius city.
Cambridge examination fees are not included in the tuition fee. Exam fees may vary depending on the number of exam components taken. The fee per component is 127 euro. Combined, the fees can range from 500 to 1000 euro.
Vilnius International School is a Council of International Schools accredited, nonprofit, Pre-K-12 school serving the local Lithuanian and expatriate community of Vilnius, Lithuania. Approximately 60% of the VIS student population holds Lithuanian passports. A significant proportion of the students in this cohort are dual nationals and many are Lithuanian nationals returning from an extended stay abroad. The remaining 40% are expatriate families representing local and international companies, diplomats, and professionals. In September 2024, VIS opened its doors to 512 students from 41 countries.
Thank you for your interest in Vilnius International School! We will be happy to answer any of your questions and guide you through the Admissions process.
Admissions Coordinator
Valdonė Jakšienė
Mobile: +370 658 82842
E-mail: [email protected]
At Vilnius International School, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our students and their parents or guardians. Our Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with data protection regulations.
To stay informed about your rights and how we handle personal data, please review the full Privacy Notice, updated on 15 October 2024, by clicking the link below.
At Vilnius International School, our school agreements serve as a foundation for a respectful, safe, and engaging learning environment. These agreements outline the expectations and responsibilities of students, parents, and staff, covering key aspects such as academic integrity, behavioral standards, and community values.
By understanding and following these guidelines, we foster a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and personal growth. Our goal is to create a strong partnership between families and the school, ensuring that every student receives the support and structure needed to thrive.
To learn more about these commitments and their role in our school community, please review the full School Agreements document using the link below.
Please see VIS school policies that are put in place to guide the day-to-day functioning of the school as well as to make it a safe and effective place for learning to occur.
Learning to cite sources is key to academic integrity. Our policy has expanded in include use of AI. This will continue to evolved in the 2025-2026 school year. We will keep you posted.
Phone use in primary school is not permitted, middle school students must keep phones in their lockers, and upper school students should dock phones during class. Changes may occur if the Ministry of Education decides to ban phones from school. We aren’t there yet.
At Vilnius International School, we foster a respectful and supportive environment where students are expected to act with integrity and kindness. Our behavior expectations promote responsible behavior through an educative, response approach to discipline. This policy outlines punitive measures as well.
VIS believes in creating an inclusive learning environment to the extent that we have the capacity to meet the needs of the children in our care.
1. VIS Child Protection Policy 2023
2. VIS Learning Support Policy 2025
3. VIS Assessment Policy 2025
4. VIS Data Protection Policy 2021-2022