Richmond Park International Primary School Sarajevo

Blended Curriculum | Cambridge Standards | Grades 1–9

Blending Local Strengths With Global Perspectives

Richmond Park Primary School Sarajevo provides high-quality bilingual education for children aged 6 to 15. Our programme spans Grades 1–9 and follows a blended curriculum aligned with the Curriculum of Sarajevo Canton and the Cambridge International Curriculum.

We aim to develop confident learners equipped with academic fluency, communication skills, and strong values. Lessons are delivered in English for most subjects; Bosnian and German taught in their respective languages, and learning is enriched through hands-on activities, projects, and extracurricular opportunities.

Blended curriculum: local + international

Fully licensed by the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Education

Multicultural Environment

Focus on foundational skills and global readiness

A Step-by-Step Learning Journey

Lower Stage (Grades 1–4):

Cambridge Primary English, Maths, and Science
Jolly Phonics in Grade 1, with additional grammar, reading, and writing lessons in later years
Other subjects aligned with Sarajevo Canton curriculum
All lessons taught in English except for BCS language classes
Character Education, PE, Music, Art, and Religious Education

Upper Stage (Grades 5–9):

Cambridge English and Cambridge Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Full subject range including ICT, Citizenship, German, and Religious Education
Specialist subject teachers from Grade 5 onward
Instruction in English for most subjects; BCS and German taught in their respective languages
Year 9 students follow official language-based History/Geography rules depending on background

Subjects by Grade

Support for English Language Learners

English is the main language of instruction for many subjects, but we welcome students at various levels of fluency.

In Grades 1–4, students receive 11 lessons per week in English and related skills
In Grades 5–9, students receive ESL support as needed by specialist teachers
English instruction focuses on reading, writing, listening, and speaking
Content is adapted for students not yet fluent in English
No entry-level English test required for primary admissions

Learning Beyond the Classroom

We believe in holistic education. Our students participate in structured enrichment opportunities, clubs, and events that enhance their academic, social, and personal development.