Life at BIST

The Importance of BIST in Shaping Future Leaders

BIST holds a unique position in Tunisia’s educational landscape as a trusted international school delivering the National Curriculum of England.

It’s COBIS and Cambridge accreditations reflect a commitment to global standards, while its multicultural environment supports puplis from over 40 nationalities.

This blend of academic excellence and cultural diversity gives learners a strong foundation to compete globally, adapt confidently and engage meaningfully in an increasingly interconnected world. With state-of-the-art facilities, qualified educators and a focus on whole-child development, BIST plays a crucial role in preparing puplis not just for school, but for life.

  • Vision

  • History

  • Leadership

  • Mission

Reason For Choosing Us

Our Achievements in Numbers

Witness our journey of growth and success through these important figures. These numbers demonstrate our dedication to providing a high-quality British education.

+20 nationalities represented

Longest history of providing British Education in Tunisia

10 years of experience

13 Years of Experience

Longest history of providing British Education in Tunisia

Ages from 3 to 18+

Present at every important stage of your child’s journey

60% expatriate teachers

Highly qualified and inspiring teachers

2 separate campuses

Separate campuses for specific ages and needs

1800+ Student

200+ pupils

We proudly educate more than 1800 Pupils at the British International School of Tunis.

Our People Make the Difference

BIST is proud of its passionate, experienced and caring team of educators.

Karyn Walton

Executive Principal

Karyn Walton

Executive Principal & Chair of Governors

Ms Walton hails from Scotland and brings a wealth of international educational leadership experience to BIST.

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Dundee and a Diploma in Special Education from the University of Leeds. Certified to teach Early Childhood, SEN, EAL, and Primary Education, Ms Walton previously served four years in China before joining BIST.

She is passionately committed to fostering the academic, social, and emotional growth of every child and to building strong partnerships with families and the wider school community.

GARGOURI Chirine

Finance Manager

ELLEFI Haifa

Purshasement Manager

Hiba ADOUNI

ADOUNI Hiba


HR Manager

MTIBAA Imen

Accountant Manager
Marwa MEJRI

MEJRI Marwa

Admissions Manager

JARRAYA Ameni


Marketing Lead

BEN MBAREK Islem

IT Technician and Robotics Expert

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Philip Walton - 


Property Manager

Mohamed KANOUNI

KANOUNI Mohamed Mokhtar

Admin Driver
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ZITOUNI Mayssa

Secondary Front Office
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ABDELMLEK Afifa

Administrative Secondary Head
Maria MATTIACE

MATTIACE Maria

Whole school conselor & Assistant principal
Our Primary team nurtures curiosity and creativity, guiding children with patience and care as they build strong foundations for lifelong learning.

SAADAOUI Aya

Teaching Assistant
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ASSILI Mounira

Teaching Assistant
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BOUHALI Maha

Teaching Assistant
Syrine SAADOUN

SAADOUN Syrine

Teaching Assistant

Our Secondary team challenges and inspires pupils to think critically, grow in independence, and prepare with confidence for future success.

DATARDINA Shanawaz

KS3 Mathematics Teacher
Mohamed abusnena

ABUSNENA Mohamed

Maths Exam Years and Physics Teacher

HANIF Sonia

ICT and Computer Science Teacher
Raja BOUALLEGUI

BOUALLEGUI Raja

Global Perspectives & English Teacher
Feriel HARZI

JEMLI Donia

French Teacher

ISMAIL Amira

Music and Drama Teacher

GOUJA Nesrine

ESL and Exam Officer
Ines NAHALI

NAHALI Ines

Arabic Teacher

Nora GHERYANI

GHERYANI Nora

Psychology Teacher

Nouha Ben Messoued

BEN MESSAOUD Nouha

KS3 Combines Science

HARZI Feriel

Chemistry Teacher
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SOLTANI Chaima

Business Studies Teacher
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KHAZAAL Mohamed

Biology Teacher

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BEN MAHMOUD Malek

Teaching Assistant

EL KAROUSS Rabiaa

Teaching Assistant and Lab Technician
Nawres SAHLI

SAHLI Nawres

Teaching Assistant
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AOUICHAOUI Ghada

Teaching Assistant

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TRABELSI Omnya

Teaching Assistant
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ZNEIGUI Imen

Teaching Assistant
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BEN MAHMOUD Malek

Teaching Assistant

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Our dedicated contact information is listed below for your convenience.

Address

Primary School
Secondary School
49 Rue du Parc, Tunis 2036
42 rue Socrates, 2015 Kram

Contacts

The strength of an international group

Britus Education is led by a small team who provide guidance, challenge and support to the schools.

Each member is experienced in school management and is driven by their belief that every child is capable of performing highly with the right opportunities to learn, personalised support and instilling a motivation to succeed.

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