English College in, Prague
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$18K - US$23K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 12-18
Students: ~420
Location: Other Prague, Prague
Updated April 2026
In Brief
If you're relocating to Prague with a secondary-age child who's academically strong and motivated, ECP is the most rigorous IB option in the city - but it admits selectively and is not a fit for younger children or families needing continuity from primary school.
English College is Prague's most academically selective secondary school. Selective entry from age 12, a six-year programme to IB Diploma, and an IB average above 35 put it ahead of the city's larger international schools on outcomes. The school has produced 26 Oxbridge offers over 18 years and sends 89% of graduates to their first-choice university. Founded in 1994 as the first IB school in the Czech Republic, it runs as a nonprofit - which matters when you're comparing governance models with for-profit operators.
King Charles III is patron, succeeding Vaclav Havel who was a founding patron. COBIS membership and HMC affiliation place ECP in an unusual position for Central Europe - it's benchmarked against British independent schools, not just local international ones. The school is rated Outstanding in every category by Penta. Fees for 2026/27 run from CZK 414,000 in Years 1-2 to CZK 540,000 for IB-only students in Years 5-6, with a refundable school deposit of CZK 50,000 on entry.
The school is primarily Czech students seeking an international education, not a school dominated by arriving expat families. That's an important distinction for parents expecting the typical international school mix. The Vysocany campus in Prague 9 is not central - allow 30-40 minutes from Prague 1 or Prague 6 by public transport or car. The selective entry means application is competitive; contact admissions early and ask about the entry assessment process for your child's age group.
What parents value
- –Most selective secondary school in Prague. IB average above 35; 89% of graduates to first-choice university; 26 Oxbridge offers in 18 years.
- –Nonprofit governance. HMC and COBIS member. Rated Outstanding in every category by Penta. King Charles III as patron.
- –Fees are mid-range for IB schools in Prague - CZK 414,000-540,000 (2026/27), below ISP and PBIS at equivalent secondary level.
Points of consideration
- –Selective entry from age 12 only - no provision for primary-age children. Not suitable for families needing a school from early years.
- –Prague 9 Vysocany location is 30-40 minutes from most expat-heavy districts. Public transport works but isn't quick from central Prague.
- –Student body is predominantly Czech nationals - not the typical multi-nationality mix of Prague's larger international schools. Visit to see if the culture is the right fit for your child.
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1-2 (age 12-13) | 12 | NaN |
| Year 3-4 (age 14-15) | 14 | NaN |
| Year 5-6 IB and Maturita (age 16-17) | 16 | NaN |
| Year 5-6 IB-Only (age 16-17) | 16 | NaN |
Fees converted from CZK. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| School Deposit (refundable) | NaN |
| Books Deposit (refundable) | NaN |
Academic Results
| IB average | >35 points |
| First-choice university | 89% |
Key results: IB average >35 points, First-choice university 89%.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Prague's international schools draw a highly diverse community from across Europe and beyond. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Dr. Nigel Brown
Headmaster of English College in Prague.