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Novopecherska School

Instructs in Ukrainian, English

Ages 4 - null years

Fees UAH 11,000 - 13,750

Pupils 550

Type Co-educational

Novopecherska School in Kyiv is a private institution offering grades 5–11 with Ukrainian and blended Canadian programs that lead to the Manitoba High School Diploma. The upper years emphasize teamwork, 21st-century skills, and creative projects, with internships for career orientation and psychologist support. English is the main language of instruction, and the Ukrainian-Canadian Diploma Program (U-CAN) runs in years 8-11, delivering Canadian subjects such as English Language Arts and Mathematics alongside Ukrainian studies; a second language is available (German, French, Spanish, or Chinese). The campus covers 9,585 m² on a closed autonomous campus, with a 3,426.5 m² zone, interactive boards in every classroom, individual tablets for all students, and SMLS system. Facilities include a sports complex (1,280 m² outdoor stadium, 649 m² sports hall, 450 m² outdoor court), art and music studios, a library, and a medical block. Signature programs include Leader in Me and Microsoft Showcase School designation worldwide.

Location

Kyiv, Ukraine; located in the centre of Kyiv in the Novopechersky Lipky district.

Stages

Preschool groups; Primary School (grades 1–4); Secondary School (grades 5–7); High School (grades 8–11).

Additional learning support

A dedicated support class for children with special educational needs.

Country affiliation

Canada (Manitoba High School Diploma offered through the Blended Program).

School day structure

Preschool: arrival 8:30–8:45; activities 9:00–12:00; lunch 12:00–12:30; rest 12:30–13:30; activities 13:30–15:00; electives 15:00; some children go home around 15:00; full day ends around 17:45–18:00. Primary (grades 1–4): arrival 8:30–8:45; classes start 9:00; schedule includes several 40–60 minute lessons with short breaks; day ends around 16:55–17:55. Secondary and High School (grades 5–11): start 9:00; two to three 40–60 minute blocks before lunch, then afternoon sessions and electives; the day typically ends 18:00. Escorting and picking up students are organized by grade level (see school hours and pickup rules).

Application fees

- Registration / entrance fee for admissions: UAH 2,800 (non‑refundable).
- Separate registration fee for participation in the Manitoba (Canadian) integrated programme: USD 400 (non‑refundable where applied).

Tuition fees (2026/2027 academic year) — live (on‑site) and remote formats

Live ("Наживо") — annual tuition: fees are billed in US dollars as follows. The school operates an academic year in two semesters; per‑semester amounts below are the annual amounts divided into two equal semester payments.

- KDP‑4 (preschool preparation) — USD 11,000 per year; therefore USD 5,500 per semester (calculated).
- KDP‑5 (preschool preparation) — USD 13,150 per year; therefore USD 6,575 per semester (calculated).
- Grades 1–11 — USD 13,750 per year; therefore USD 6,875 per semester (calculated).

Externtat (external study) — per semester:

- Grades 5–11 — USD 375 per semester.

Distance (remote) — per semester (format without on‑site reservation):

- Grades 1–4 — USD 650 per semester.
- Grades 5–11 — USD 850 per semester.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is organised in two semesters; invoices for each semestral payment are issued and payment deadlines follow the school's payment period rules. Typical payment deadlines in the school contract framework are: payment for the first semester due by May 15 and payment for the second semester due by November 30 (parents pay within the invoice's payment term).
- Tuition billed in US dollars is collected in hryvnia at the dollar selling exchange rate used by the school's designated bank (the seller rate of USD↔UAH at Oschadbank).
- Invoices and payment notices are communicated via the school's electronic systems; when making a bank transfer parents must include the contract number, full name of the student and the payment purpose as required by the school.

Boarding / accommodation

- The school does not offer boarding as a standard, ongoing paid service for regular enrolments. Housing arrangements are provided in occasional scholarship or special programmes for students from other cities under separate terms.

Other costs and optional charges

- School uniform: one set of school uniform is included in the live (on‑site) tuition package for students (preschool pupils are excluded from the included set). Additional uniform items or replacements are an extra cost to parents.
- Personal learning device: a personal learning gadget is listed as included in the live tuition package. Parents should expect the school to supply one device as part of on‑site fees; damage or loss policies may require reimbursement.
- Meals included in live tuition: the live format includes on‑site catering (number of meals depends on age: four meals for preschool preparation classes, three for grades 1–4, two for grades 5–11). Parents may order additional meal options: breakfast and/or an afternoon snack at UAH 3,240 per month (prepayment) or UAH 180 per individual meal (pay‑as‑used).
- Additional on‑site food service cost (reference from contract appendix for semestral catering in prior appendix): food service was listed at USD 550 per semester under earlier terms; the school currently publishes optional meal monthly prices in hryvnia as noted above.
- Extracurricular creative clubs and sports sections are included in the live tuition package; specialised or external activities if offered may carry separate charges.
- Manitoba (Canadian) integrated programme: where chosen, there is a separate programme charge structure (semesters and specific programme registration fees apply) and a non‑refundable USD 400 registration/licence fee is applied.

Refund and adjustment information

- Registration / entrance fees specified for admissions are non‑refundable.
- For the Manitoba programme the programme registration fee (USD 400) is non‑refundable when parents decline the programme after payment.
- The contract states that amounts paid are not refunded in cases of contract termination or student expulsion for reasons specified by the school (for example, breach of rules or unsatisfactory conduct or academic mismatch as determined by the school's bodies). Adjustments when the school itself moves instruction to remote format do not reduce the educational fee; the school applies a meal‑service discount per day not delivered on site in such circumstances.

Fee payment options and practical payment instructions

- Online payments: the school supports online payments via Privat24 (general and for PrivatBank clients); the online payment flow is available through the school's payment portal. Transaction commission for the listed online flow is a nominal UAH 1.
- Bank transfer / wire: bank transfer payment is accepted; when paying by bank transfer parents are required to indicate the contract number, the student's full name and the payment purpose in the payment details. The school uses a designated bank exchange rate for converting USD invoiced amounts to UAH.
- School electronic system (School Today): the school issues invoices and communicates payment information through its School Today system; parents are expected to follow invoice instructions and payment periods as set out in the contract and payment notices.

Discounts

- Sibling discount: 5% discount on live (on‑site) tuition for families with two or more children enrolled. The sibling discount is applied to on‑site tuition and to the Manitoba programme tuition where relevant; it does not apply to distance learning fees.
- Service discount for Armed Forces (ZSU): a 10% preferential discount applies for parents who are members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on presentation of the specified ID.

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Uniform Requirement

Uniform is mandatory. A basic uniform kit is provided at no extra charge: blazer, skirt (for girls) or pants (for boys), tie, shirt, polo, and two sports T-shirts. The dress code is officially business attire; guidelines cover hairstyle, makeup, nails, and jewelry; heel height must not exceed 5 cm; neat appearance is required. Mandatory elements include: for boys—white or light gray-blue shirt, branded tie, trousers, and a jacket or branded knitwear; for girls—white or light gray-blue blouse, skirt or trousers, neckerchief, jacket or branded knitwear; branded tights are required in autumn and spring. In warm weather, polo shirts are allowed. If a student arrives without uniform, a spare is provided to be returned the next day in the same condition. Sports uniform consists of gray sweatshirts with yellow or purple sleeves, gray athletic pants and shorts, and branded polo shirts if chosen. Additional uniform items can be ordered via reception.

Food Options

Meals are provided as part of the daily program. A professional chef specializing in children's nutrition prepares meals in a kitchen using modern technology; organic products are used; meals can be tailored for students with special dietary needs.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a project of OSVITORIA Non-Profit Public Association. It operates from its own building in central Kyiv and maintains a closed campus.

Curriculum

The school offers a curriculum for grades 5–11 that emphasizes 21st-century skills, teamwork, and creative projects, and includes the Leader in Me leadership program. Theory is reinforced with practical application, and language-practice trips abroad support language and cultural exchange. In senior years there is career orientation with internships at leading Ukrainian and international companies, psychologist support, and preparation for higher education admissions, including a grade-10 profile choice (mathematical, economic, humanitarian, or chem–biological). The Ukrainian–Canadian Diploma Program (U-CAN) runs for 8–11, combining Ukrainian and Canadian curricula; the Canadian component is taught entirely in English and leads to the Manitoba High School Diploma. Subjects under the Canadian program include English Language Arts, Mathematics, Canada in the Contemporary World, Reading and Thinking, Health, Physical Education, and Career Development; English is the main language of instruction, with a second language option such as German, French, Spanish, or Chinese. All students use ICT with personal tablets, and foreign languages are taught by native speakers paired with Ukrainian teachers.

Exam Results

First graduates of the Ukrainian-Canadian Program in 2022 received both the Ukrainian certificate and the Canadian High School Diploma. Canadian diploma credits (Manitoba High School Diploma credits) are recognized by foreign higher education institutions without additional verification. The Canadian credential is recognized in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Spain, the Netherlands, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, and other countries.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have access to higher education worldwide. The Ukrainian-Canadian Diploma is recognized in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Spain, the Netherlands, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, and other countries. Since 2022, graduates have progressed to universities abroad through the program's international recognition and direct-entry pathways.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has Leader in Me and 21st Century Skills as core elements of its approach to social and emotional learning. Leader in Me Workshops support student leadership development and social-emotional growth. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration, communication, and problem-solving as part of 21st-century skills. Grade rotation and group work place students in varied groups to build empathy and teamwork. The school uses these practices to foster resilience and adaptive thinking in a global context.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has a dedicated support class for children with special educational needs. The inclusive program operates full-day (9:00–18:00) with an individualized plan for each student. Specialists and assistants work with the class, delivering one-on-one or small-group instruction as needed. An individualized training and development program is prepared for each student.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is taught as the first foreign language for all pupils in grades 1–11, with lessons delivered by two teachers: a native English speaker and a Ukrainian-speaking teacher. Native-speaking teachers from Canada, the USA, and the UK participate in classes and use English in debates and discussions. Ukrainian-speaking teachers focus on reading, listening, writing, and speaking through interactive exercises, projects, and presentations. In secondary and high school, English is taught with both Ukrainian and native-language streams, including English-language content in certain subjects.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through social-emotional learning and an emphasis on students' social and emotional behavior in grouping and class rotation. The school's mission and vision focus on developing 21st-century skills, and grade blending promotes flexibility, collaboration, and respect for differences. The school emphasizes adapting to change and fostering resilience as part of its educational approach. The school also highlights that students' feelings are monitored during classes and workload is adjusted as needed, contributing to a supportive environment.

Safeguarding

The school prioritizes student safety with health care services and medical examinations overseen by the medical officer. COVID-19 safety measures are in place to create a safe environment. There are formal safety policies, including Safety and Leaving the School, and entry controls such as the use of access cards.

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