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Hungary, Budapest
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Educational field trips and study tours are part of the program, including regular class trips, study visits, theatre and cultural outings. The calendar features monthly off‑campus activities where possible, and the upper grades undertake an annual foreign trip. A Science Fair is organized as part of the academic activities, and after‑school clubs include science‑related pursuits and chess to broaden intellectual engagement. Afternoon programs are enhanced by sessions led by external instructors to diversify learning opportunities.
Clubs span sports, visual arts, sciences and drama pedagogy. Examples include basketball, handball, taekwondo, acrobatic rock and roll, judo, modern ballet, chess, rhythmic gymnastics, and music‑school activities. Afternoon sessions feature programs led by external experts to broaden the arts and creative offerings.
The school provides two‑language Hungarian–English instruction and maintains a multicultural environment. English language learning is integrated into the curriculum and the school emphasizes cross‑cultural experiences in daily life. The bilingual setting supports language development and intercultural engagement.
A broad range of after‑school clubs offers social and hobby activities across sports, arts and intellectual pursuits. The program includes both competitive and recreational options, such as basketball, handball, dance and chess, complemented by music and theatre‑related activities. Afternoon programs are enriched by external instructors to enhance participant engagement.
Fifty hours of community service are required for graduation. The school organizes the service and collaborates with host organizations, guiding students through planning, participation and documentation. Service areas include health, social and charitable work, education, culture and community engagement, as well as environmental and disaster‑relief activities. The aim is to develop personal and social competencies, responsibility and teamwork.
From 4th grade, each class is represented in the Diákönkormányzat (student government) with a supervising teacher. Students can voice opinions, make proposals and organize programs, and they participate in shaping school policies. The student government brings creativity to school life and helps drive student‑led initiatives.
A wide range of physical activities is offered, including basketball, handball, taekwondo, acrobatic rock and roll, judo, modern ballet and rhythmic gymnastics. Afternoon programs are expanded by sessions led by external instructors, enriching the sports and fitness repertoire. The offerings promote physical health, teamwork and wellbeing through diverse athletic options.
Orchidea Hungarian-English Bilingual School is a Budapest-based program delivering Hungarian–English bilingual education from kindergarten through secondary school across campuses: Hajdú, Cserkesz, and Szent László. The curriculum combines the Hungarian National Core Curriculum with an English-language emphasis, culminating in a bilingual gymnasium track where upper grades study most subjects in the target language. A language-preparation year (9. KNY) starts with 18 hours per week of English and ends with a complex English exam; entry to the 9th grade requires at least a B1 certificate, and graduation aims for CEFR C1 in English. The school serves both Hungarian and international families and maintains a multicultural environment with daily use of both languages. Facilities include specialized classrooms (szaktantermek) and gymnasium on Szent László campus. The program emphasizes lifelong learning, family-like small groups, parental collaboration, and opportunities such as science fairs, trips, and student governance, plus a broad range of clubs and community service.
