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Alytus St Benedict’s Gymnasium

Lithuania, Alytus

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Lithuanian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 770
Type Co-educational
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), Dutch Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Lithuanian
Typical class size 27
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Alytus St Benedict's Gymnasium is a co-educational Catholic gymnasium in Alytus, Lithuania, for students aged 11 to 18. The school combines the Dutch curriculum with International Baccalaureate programs and is a candidate IB World School for the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. It supports a broad, values-based education that develops students' academic, physical and social capacities within a Catholic framework. Facilities include a dedicated 3D class, a 3D printer and science laboratories, plus an interactive Funtronic floor. The swimming pool supports swimming lessons and non-formal education, and the building is accessible to disabled students. Since 2017, Integrated Science Education has been implemented in grades 5–8, and the school operates an All-Day School (VMM) opened in 2018. The campus hosts 46 non-formal clubs and multiple international projects, including Erasmus+ mobility, English, French and Spanish language clubs and partnerships with schools in Ireland and Germany. The Duke of Edinburgh program strengthens leadership and service within IB MYP activities.

Topolių g. 19A, LT-63331 Alytus, Lithuania

The Essentials

Alytus St Benedict’s Gymnasium has 770 pupils, typical class sizes of 27, instruction in Lithuanian, English.

Location
Topolių g. 19A, Alytus, LT-63331, Lithuania. Alytus is a city in southern Lithuania. The school is accessible by local roads and public transport serving Alytus.

Stages
Primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary

Type
Co-educational Catholic gymnasium

Country affiliation
Lithuania

Religious affiliation
Catholic
Fees
Application fees
- There is no application fee for admission to the general education programmes at Alytus St Benedict's Gymnasium for pupils entering the normal day programmes.

Tuition fees by year group (day school)
- General primary, lower secondary and upper secondary (gymnasium) education is provided as a municipally funded/VšĮ institution; there is no tuition charged to pupils for standard day-time schooling.

Optional / supplementary fees (by service)
- Extended-day ("pailgintos dienos") group fee: a fixed monthly parent contribution is charged for participation in extended-day supervision and non-formal learning activities. The municipal policy increased the fixed monthly charge to EUR 25 per month for school extended-day group services (effective from the municipal decision implementation date noted by the municipality). Extended-day services are provided up to the allotted hours (varies by grade) and the fee is charged on a monthly basis.
- School cafeteria / pupil meals: school meals for pupils are organised through a catering provider (UAB "Genutės sodyba"). Some pupils are entitled to free meals under the municipal social-support rules (eligibility based on household income thresholds); paid meal arrangements for other pupils are operated through the school's meal service procedures.
- Swimming pool and sauna use: pool and sauna services run by the gymnasium are subject to a municipally approved price list. Alytus city general-education pupils are entitled to organised swimming lessons at the school pool without charge when scheduled under the agreed programme; other uses of the pool/sauna (public sessions, external bookings, or non-school user access) are charged according to the approved price list.
- Non-formal / extracurricular activity fees (external providers): some non-formal activities (for example external swimming classes run by a third-party provider) require separate monthly payments to the activity provider; those arrangements typically require payment in advance for the month and follow the provider's payment and refund rules.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Extended-day group fees are billed and collected on a monthly basis; the municipal framework and school procedural documents set the monthly billing cadence and due dates. Late pickup or overtime beyond the scheduled service hours may attract additional fixed penalties as specified in the extended-day rules.
- Meal charges (for pupils who pay) are administered according to the school's meal service procedures and the catering contract; meal payments are organised per the school's billing cycle for catering services. Eligible pupils receive free meals under municipal social support rules.
- Pool/sauna use is charged per the municipal price list adopted by the Alytus City Council; organised school swimming lessons for city pupils are scheduled and provided without charge when run under the school programme.

Boarding fees
- The gymnasium is a day school; there is no boarding provision and therefore no boarding fees.

Other costs (uniforms, equipment, trips, materials, lost-property fees, etc.)
- School uniforms are not listed as a compulsory charged item in the standard municipal/VšĮ provision; parents should expect occasional costs for study materials, textbooks where applicable, school trips, extra-curricular paid activities, and personal equipment. Specific optional charges (for example costs for some competitions, trips or external programmes) are invoiced separately when required. Meal-related incidental charges (special menus, extra portions, or late pickup penalties) are handled according to the relevant service rules.

Refund information
- Extended-day group fees and many extracurricular monthly-provider fees are generally collected in advance and, under the school/municipal procedural rules and common provider contracts, are not reduced or refunded for individual short-term absences; refunds or adjustments are governed by the specific service rules or provider contract and by applicable municipal regulations. For third-party activity providers, monthly fees paid in advance are typically non-refundable except where the provider's terms specify otherwise.

Fee payment options (methods commonly used for the school's charged services)
- Standard payment methods for municipal school services in Alytus commonly use invoicing and bank transfer (payment to the school's or provider's bank account) and the school issues payment instructions as part of the service agreement or invoice; external providers may accept direct monthly bank transfers or card payments per their own payment rules. Specific accepted payment channels for any given charged service (bank transfer details, online payment options or in-person payment arrangements) are provided in the individual service invoice or contract.

Short summary of available numeric fees and billing facts (2026/2027 academic-year focus)
- Tuition / application fee for the regular day programmes: none (no charge).
- Extended-day group parent contribution: EUR 25 per month (municipal policy level charge applied to school extended-day services).
- Pool / sauna services: charged according to a municipal price list approved by the Alytus City Council; organised swimming lessons for Alytus city pupils when included in the school programme are provided without charge.

Note on data availability: public-school core tuition is municipally funded and therefore no tuition or application fees are charged. Specific numeric price lists for school-managed pool/sauna sessions, the school cafeteria's paid-meal prices for non-eligible pupils, and the school's bank-account/payment details are set in formal price lists, service contracts and procedural documents that are published as the school and the Alytus City Council approve them; the municipal decision documents and the school's service pages define the applicable rules (extended-day monthly charge, pool/sauna price-list approval, meal-provider arrangements). Some service-level refund and payment rules are determined by third-party activity providers under separate contracts.
Academics

Alytus St Benedict’s Gymnasium teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), Dutch Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
A modern, up-to-date gymnasium offering high-quality primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary education, fostering the all-around development of all members of the school community and upholding Christian and universal human values. It is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs and has the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).
Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has English as the language of instruction, with Lithuanian language and literature taught in Lithuanian.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The gymnasium is well-equipped with educational facilities including a 3D class, a 3D printer, science laboratory equipment, and an interactive Funtronic floor for educational purposes. Great attention is paid to physical education, and a swimming pool is used for lessons and non-formal education. The building is accessible for disabled students. There are 46 non-formal educational clubs and a wide range of subject modules, with Integrated Science Education implemented for grades 5–8 since 2017. The gymnasium is a candidate IB World School for the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, pursuing authorization as an IB World School.

Sports Facilities
There is a swimming pool for swimming lessons and non-formal education, reflecting the gymnasium's emphasis on physical education.

Academic Facilities
Pupils use a 3D class, a 3D printer, science laboratory equipment and an interactive Funtronic floor. Integrated Science Education has been implemented in grades 5–8 since 2017, with science teachers participating in MES and UPC projects to develop the integrated science program. The gymnasium is a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. All-day School (VMM) was opened in 2018.

Extra Curricular Facilities
There are 46 non-formal educational clubs for arts, sports and healthy lifestyles. The School of Young Mathematicians operates in the gymnasium. Since 2017 two Erasmus+ projects, I Make Lessons and My Future Myself and KUBAS, have been funded, with the Mathematics for Millions project involving gymnasium staff and partners from six EU countries. The gymnasium collaborates with international partners, including the Lithuanian Children's School in Monaghan, Ireland; Ukrainian Kremenchuk City Education Institutions; and an ongoing Language and History student exchange with Ulricianum Gymnasium in Aurich, Germany (since 2011). In 2018 All Day School (VMM) was opened, and the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program has been implemented since 2018.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has an English-language Debate Club for I–II and III–IV classes. Thinkers' Club, Magic of Numbers, and Robotics support academic enrichment. Young Mathematicians and the Entrepreneurship Club are active. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) program is offered.

Arts & Creative
Trauka, a student arts and culture initiative, supports creative engagement through workshops and collaborative projects. Creative activities include language-arts oriented events such as word-focused workshops and performances. The school hosts cultural activities and arts-based projects in coordination with local communities.

Cultural & Language
The Francophone Club and a Spanish language club are part of the student activities. An English-language Debate Club also supports language and communication development. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) is coordinated on site, with dedicated staff and language offerings to support multilingual learning.

Social & Hobbies
Sports clubs include football, volleyball, and swimming; a Riflemen (Šauliai) club is also available. Francophone Club and English-language activities complement language interests. The Ateitininkai youth organization participates in school events and activities with a community focus.

Community & Service
Service is an essential part of the IB MYP program, with students applying their learning to benefit the community. The school undertakes volunteer-oriented activities and projects through various clubs and initiatives. Community engagement is reinforced by programs and partnerships that emphasize service.

Leadership & Professional
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) program fosters leadership and personal development. IB MYP also emphasizes leadership and service, overseen by the MYP coordinator. The school participates in Erasmus+ mobility projects, including 2026 activities in Poitiers, France, and a Tenerife, Spain course on student well-being and mental health.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletic offerings include football, volleyball, and swimming as part of the timetable. Erasmus+ activities focus on student well-being and mental health. The school's holistic development framework supports physical, social, and emotional well-being through regular sport and wellbeing programs.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English, German, and French. English is the first foreign language; French, Russian, Spanish, and German are offered as second foreign languages. The school operates the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

Bilingual Teaching
IB Middle Years Programme is offered for ages 11–16. The Diploma Programme is bilingual. The diploma enables study in higher education institutions in both Lithuanian and English.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 11–16 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) for gymnasium students in grades III–IV. The DP lasts two years for 11th–12th graders. 2. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE). DP assessment combines external examination marks for individual subjects with internal assessment (EE). 3. The language of instruction is Lithuanian. 4. DP admissions procedures are described in the DP admissions document published by the school.
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