Modern Classrooms & Labs
Purpose-built teaching spaces and fully equipped science labs.
OUR VISION
GET TO KNOW OUR SCHOOL
A School Built Around Every Child
Discover a welcoming international school community where academic excellence meets individual care. Rooted in strong values and a forward-thinking approach to education, BISB creates an environment where every pupil is encouraged to explore their potential, grow in confidence and find their place in the world.
OUR STORY & PHILOSOPHY
A vibrant co-educational international day and boarding school
The British International School of Bacău (BISB) is founded on the educational model of the British International School of Timișoara (BIST), established in 2019 and now home to around 590 students from more than 30 nationalities.
BIST is accredited by the Council of British International Schools (COBIS), is a registered Cambridge International school, and is an authorised IB World School. It has been inspected by the UK’s Independent Schools Inspectorate as a British School Overseas (BSO).
BISB brings that same educational philosophy, curriculum standard and pastoral care to Bacău, introducing Romania’s first British Curriulum private boarding international school. Mr Ciprian Tiplea, Founding Director of BISB, is also the founding head of BIST, and carries one shared standard of care across both schools.
You can trust in credible brand where BISB leverages the track record and high standards of its sister school BIST, to provide high quality education from the outset.
OUR SISTER SCHOOL, BIST, AT A GLANCE
Est. 2019
590+ Students
30+ Nationalities
COBIS Accredited
Cambridge International
IB World School
OUR VISION, MISSION & VALUES
What makes us special
At BISB, our vision and mission sit at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to embedding our core values not only in our academic programmes, but throughout the daily life of our school, in the classroom and beyond, at school boarding.
It is our mission to build a community of learners, in which children are given rich opportunities to grow and develop at every level. We extend that idea of “learners” beyond our students, to every teacher and member of our community touched by what we do at BISB.
Great teachers are learners too, reflecting continually on their own practice. It is our ambition for BISB to become a true centre of excellence in education, a model for other schools, carrying our values into the wider world.
OUR MISSION
“To inspire our students to Learn and Live with Purpose.”
OUR VISION, MISSION & VALUES
A Culture of Values
Our values shape the way we teach, learn and grow together. Through curiosity, kindness, respect and collaboration, we foster a school culture where every pupil feels valued, takes pride in their achievements and develops the confidence to make a positive difference.
We Think, We Explore, We Learn
Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge and skills, and children are born with a natural curiosity and desire to learn. It is our responsibility, as parents and educators, to nurture that desire and to give our children the opportunities to explore and discover. We want them to develop a genuine love of learning, alongside a habit of reflection and thinking, so that they learn to weigh different perspectives and possibilities before forming opinions and making decisions.
We Listen, We Respect, We Care
We want our children to grow in self-esteem, resilience and confidence, while also developing compassion and empathy for others. We want them to understand that their actions, words and daily habits shape who they become, and always affect those around them and the world they live in. This begins with learning to listen, and understanding that respect, for people and for the environment, is essential to building positive relationships and a fulfilling life.
We Speak Up, We Participate, We Strive
One of a school's most important roles is helping children understand that they belong to something larger than themselves, a fast-growing, ever-changing society in which their contributions matter. To play their part, they must learn to speak up with confidence, to participate with generosity and goodwill, and to strive in everything they do. We want our children to understand that society will shape them, just as they, in turn, have the power to shape society.
OUR VISION, MISSION, VALUES & AIMS
Our Aims
Student Centred Culture
Student Centred Culture
Students' well-being, growth and achievement sit at the centre of every decision we make.
Inspiring Teachers
Inspiring Teachers
Dedicated educators who bring expertise, enthusiasm and care into every classroom.
Enriching Curriculum
Enriching Curriculum
Broad, balanced, academically rigorous programmes that open up global pathways.
Stimulating Environment
Stimulating Environment
A safe, nurturing space where curiosity is encouraged and a love of learning grows.
Engaging Approach
Engaging Approach
A modern, student-centred approach that builds confidence and independent thinking.
Bespoke Extra-Curricular & Enrichment
Bespoke Extra-Curricular & Enrichment
A diverse range of activities beyond the classroom that develop talent and leadership.
Caring Relationships
Caring Relationships
Respectful, collaborative relationships between students and staff, built on trust.
Purposeful Partnerships
Purposeful Partnerships
Strong, transparent partnerships with families, because school and home work best together.
Meaningful Communication
Meaningful Communication
Equipping students to communicate confidently, in more than one language.
Altruistic Community Service
Altruistic Community Service
Meaningful service that builds reflection, growth, and a compassionate outlook.
High Quality Pastoral Care
High Quality Pastoral Care
A robust pastoral system ensuring every child is known, supported and valued.
First Class Facilities & Resources
First Class Facilities & Resources
Outstanding facilities that enrich every aspect of school life, in and out of class.
School Boarding as a Home from Home
School Boarding as a Home from Home
A boarding experience rooted in warmth, security and belonging for every boarder.
SCHOOL BOARD
Our visionary founding team
BISB is established by a distinguished founding team combining entrepreneurial strength, educational expertise and a proven record of institutional development, including two of Romania’s most significant entrepreneurs alongside experienced international school leadership.
The collaboration between Mr Sandor and Mr Tiplea at the British International School of Timișoara provides a proven blueprint for success. Their continued involvement, alongside the financial strength and entrepreneurial vision of Mr Pavăl, ensures stability, ambition and long-term sustainability for this pioneering project in Bacău.
Mr Dragoș Pavăl
Investor
Mr Dragoș Pavăl is one of Romania’s leading entrepreneurs and the co-founder of Dedeman, established in Bacău in 1992. From local beginnings, he and his brother Adrian developed the company into Romania’s national DIY market leader. His long-term investment approach and commitment to education and community projects reflect a strong connection to Bacău and a determination to create lasting opportunities for future generations.
Mr Ovidiu Șandor
Investor
Mr Ovidiu Șandor is one of the most successful entrepreneurs in Romania. He has a keen desire to bring improvements to the community through his various projects. His main area of activity is in real estate. His modern, multifunctional office centres and residential areas are well known for their innovative flair. He brings his considerable experience from successful launch and continued development of BIST to the school.
Mr Ciprian Țiplea
School Director
Mr Ciprian Țiplea is an experienced international school leader and the founding School Director of the British International School of Timișoara. With leadership experience in Romania and the UK, he holds a Master’s degree in Educational Management and is a British Schools Overseas inspector. He has guided BIST from its formative stages into a successful international school, bringing proven expertise in curriculum, quality assurance, strategic development and international education to BISB.
FACILITIES
A Campus Designed for Learning
British International School of Bacău is built around the same successful campus design as our sister school, the British International School of Timișoara, a model that has already proven itself as an outstanding environment for learning. Purpose-built for BISB and opening in September 2027, the campus brings modern classrooms, science labs and specialist teaching spaces together with generous green courtyards and walkways.
The school estate is significant in size, with considerable space for future growth. As BISB expands towards full secondary provision by 2031, the campus is designed to grow with it, adding facilities and capacity in step with each new cohort.
Green Courtyards & Walkways
Landscaped outdoor space woven through the campus.
Multi-Purpose Halls
Generous indoor space for assemblies, performance and PE.
Phased Growth to 2031
Facilities expand in step with the school, to full secondary provision.
Specialist Teaching Spaces
Flexible learning spaces beyond the standard classroom.
Sports Pitches & Running Track
Dedicated athletics and outdoor sports infrastructure.
FACILITIES
A Campus Designed for Learning
ONSITE BOARDING ACCOMMODATION
A bespoke boarding accommodation block sits on site, purpose-built as a genuine home from home for our school boarders. Houseparents live on site alongside pupils, providing constant care and support each evening and night. Dedicated recreation rooms give school boarders space to relax and socialise, while separate study rooms provide a quiet, supervised setting for prep after the school day ends.
01 Houseparents Onsite
A caring, constant adult presence every evening and night.
02 Recreation Rooms
Dedicated space for boarders to relax and socialise together.
03 Study Rooms for Prep
A quiet, supervised setting for homework after the school day.
04 Dormitory Rooms
Shared dormitory rooms for groups of 2, 3 or 4