We hope that the website, this following information, and the web links, will give you a taste of our school and help you to decide if Brit-Magyar is for you. It is a very exciting time to join us because as a new, developing school you will have opportunities to contribute to the educational model and to be creative in developing a Hungarian / International curriculum. You will gain an understanding of the Hungarian Education System, the Hungarian National curriculum, the Cambridge International curriculum and using your experience, help to build a unique program that integrates all of these. 

As a Hungarian state registered school, we follow the public-school system. However, unlike other bilingual schools in Hungary, we have a diverse staff body, with members originating from Hungary, UK, USA, Canada and South Africa. All of these practitioners influence our pedagogy, our curriculum and our ethos. This has resulted in us creating something very special and unique. So, If you have only had experience working in an International setting, then our school will provide an opportunity for you to experience something a little different.

Hungarian, Chinese, American, British, South African, Danish, Russian and Malaysian nationals currently represent our student body, supporting our international ethos and vision to nurture our children to become global citizens.

Currently, we are two form entry in Grade 1 and one form entry in Grades 2 to 5. In September, we shall open a Grade 6 class and our aim is to reach two form entry up to Grade 8. So, you will join a small family of friendly children, supportive colleagues and parents, where you will quickly be made to ‘feel at home’ and part of the community.

About the Country

The vibrant city of Budapest, astride the river Danube, has plenty to excite the newcomer. The rich history of a proud nation and former empire is woven into the castle walls, the magnificent gargoyled-facades of buildings and churches and the many statues of heroes which weave through the streets and parks. To the East of the Danube lies Pest, with the Neo-Gothic Houses of Parliament, the ruin bars, the Jewish Quarter, restaurants, coffee houses and shops to be explored. To the West is Buda, which becomes leafier and leafier as you head up into the magnificently forested hills of Normafa National Park. Weekend hikes along the well pathed trails through the forest of Buda are easily accessible and a delight to dog-walkers, runners, mountain bikers and nature lovers alike. Budapest is also blessed geologically with warm thermal springs, and there are several thermal baths and spas to choose from, where you can happily spend hours soaking away your aches, pains and troubles. 

There is a lot more to explore out of Budapest too. In the summer months, many Budapest inhabitants jump in their cars and flee to holiday homes and guest houses on the shores of Lake Balaton where they fill their days with glorious sunshine and water sports. The hillsides surrounding the quaint country villages are covered in vineyards and sampling the local wine and palinka is a must. Another popular destination for day-trippers is the historic city of Sopron in the foothills of the Alps, which is built within medieval walls on Roman ruins, and is full of well-preserved medieval and Baroque historic buildings that are a treat to explore. The caves of Lillafüred in the Bükk Mountains is another popular and spectacular spa destination. Hungary also has a fabulous central location within Europe and borders seven countries which are accessible by train or car including the beautiful city of Vienna, the ski slopes of Austria, the 18th Century old town of Bratislava and the stunning coastline of Croatia.

Weblinks:
https://33traveltips.com/things-budapest-is-famous-for
https://welovebudapest.com