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Universa Via International School

Lithuania, Klaipėda

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €5,500 - 6,380
Ages 3 - 15 years
Pupil numbers 165
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary)
Taught languages English, Lithuanian
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Elementary, Secondary School
Introduction

Universa Via International School in Klaipėda, Lithuania, is a public, non-profit international day school serving students from about 2.5 to 15 years old. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for kindergarten and Grades 1–4 with the Cambridge Primary program from Grade 5 onward. The IB PYP accreditation was achieved in 2020 and the secondary programme in 2023, reflecting a commitment to inquiry-based learning and rigorous assessment. In 2018 the school opened an English-taught class, and today around 15% of students come from abroad, creating a culturally diverse community. The institution originated in 1995 as Litorina, later becoming Universa Via tarptautinė mokykla in 2012 and, in Klaipėda, Universa Via as a public institution (VšĮ). The school serves about 165 students and offers a range of clubs across STEM, arts, and languages to enrich learning beyond the classroom. Families value its international perspective, bilingual opportunities, and community involvement locally.

Baltikalnio street 11, LT-91252 Klaipėda, Lithuania

The Essentials

Universa Via International School has 165 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Baltikalnio street 11, Klaipėda, LT-91252, Lithuania

Stages
Pre-school; Primary education; Secondary education; Gymnasium (upper secondary). The school offers Cambridge and International Baccalaureate programs, including IB Primary Years Programme for Pre-school through Grade 4.

Type
Public (non-profit) international day school

Additional learning support
Individualised and personalised education with flexible timetables during adaptation for students with learning disorders or other needs.

Country affiliation
Lithuania

School day structure
Primary day runs 8:05–17:00 with 8:05–8:50 consultations; 9:00–13:50 classes; 14:00–14:45 consultations; 14:55–15:40 activities; 15:40–17:00 self-directed time; Fridays until 15:30. Secondary day runs 8:05–16:35 with seven teaching periods: 1st 8:05–8:50; 2nd 9:00–9:45; 3rd 9:55–10:40; 4th 10:50–11:35; 5th 12:00–12:45; 6th 13:05–13:50; 7th 14:00–14:45; plus 14:55–15:40 and 15:50–16:35 for consultations or clubs.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day school; no boarding facilities.

Uniform Requirement
PE clothing is required for physical education classes.

Food Options
Meal provision is governed by the Meal Provision Policy. Catering is provided by UAB Bono Group; menus are published for ages 4–7, 6–10, and 11+.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a non-profit public institution in Klaipėda (VšĮ Klaipėdos Universa Via tarptautinė mokykla).
Fees

Annual tuition at Universa Via International School ranges from EUR 5,500 to EUR 6,380 for 2026/27.

Application and admission fees

- Test (assessment) fee: EUR 30.
- One‑time registration (enrolment) fee: EUR 500. Payment of the registration fee reserves a place in the class. The registration fee is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts quoted as monthly fees, charged over 11 months per year)

- Pre‑school and Primary programmes: EUR 500 per month; charged across 11 months = EUR 5,500 per academic year.
- Lower Secondary (Pagrindinio ugdymo) programme: EUR 550 per month; charged across 11 months = EUR 6,050 per academic year.
- Upper Secondary (Vidurinio ugdymo) programme: EUR 580 per month; charged across 11 months = EUR 6,380 per academic year.
- Study on International Baccalaureate (IB) or Cambridge programmes does not carry an additional programme fee (additional costs may apply for selected external examinations).
- Sibling discount: 10% discount applies to the second and subsequent children from the same family.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is presented as a monthly amount and is billed across 11 months each year (monthly instalments). The registration fee must be paid to reserve a place and is non‑refundable.
- Specific published details on invoicing dates, payment deadlines, late‑payment penalties, or accepted instalment plans beyond the 11‑month billing structure are not provided in the published fee information.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed. The school provides day‑school educational services and does not indicate boarding provision or boarding charges in the published fee information.

Other costs and optional fees

- The tuition fee excludes: excursions and certain class or school event costs (transport, tickets, etc.), personal learning materials ordered by the school (foreign‑language learning materials, subject workbooks), PE clothing and related attire, competition/olympiad entry fees, and meals. Parents cover these excluded costs.
- Additional individual subject tutoring beyond the included support is charged separately under specific agreements.
- No separate mandatory uniform fee is published; PE clothing and other attire required for lessons are listed among excluded costs and are the responsibility of parents.

Refund information

- The one‑time registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate, detailed published refund policy for tuition instalments or other fees is provided in the school's fee information.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer details for payments (legal entity and account details) are published: VšĮ Klaipėdos “Universa Via” tarptautinė mokykla; IBAN LT58 7300 0101 2371 3200; AB Swedbank; bank code 73000. These banking details are provided for transfer payments.
- No explicit published information is given about other payment methods (for example, credit/debit card payments or online payment platforms).
Academics

Universa Via International School teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 3 to 15.

Curriculum
IB program is used for kindergarten and Grades 1-4. Cambridge program starts from Grade 5.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social development focuses on learning to work in groups, communicate, and collaborate. Students learn to understand the meaning of rules in groups (class), in the family, and in society. Valued dispositions include curiosity, integrity, responsibility, openness, and compassion.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school integrates students with special educational needs into the class community. The class teacher collaborates with learning-support specialists to address the needs of these students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an additional language (EAL) is taught from age 4. In preschool, children whose native language is not English learn through play. In the pre-school class, instruction is bilingual English-Lithuanian and taught in an academic context. From first grade, students participate in 1-2 English clubs 2-3 times per week, without compulsory English lessons. From 2/3 grade, mathematics and World Studies are taught once a week in an integrated format. All teachers, with form teachers, promote the IB learner profile and the IB PYP content in English, and English teaching is integrated with native-language learning.

Mental Wellbeing
An emotionally safe, learning-friendly social-emotional environment is fostered. Violence and bullying are addressed according to the school's policy. The class teacher is responsible for maintaining this environment and monitoring student behavior and progress. The class teacher collaborates with learning-support specialists, administration, and the Child Welfare Commission. The Student Council works with the Child Welfare Commission to promote positive behavior and prevent harmful habits.

Safeguarding
The class teacher is responsible for organizing the class's safety and for ensuring a secure, respectful learning environment. The class teacher collaborates with welfare specialists, administration, and the Child Welfare Commission to address safeguarding concerns. The school coordinates with the Child Welfare Commission to prevent harmful habits through welfare structures. The class teacher integrates students with special educational needs into the class community as part of safeguarding. The school organizes outings and events with safety measures to protect students. The Student Council and welfare bodies participate in safeguarding and welfare activities.
Parent Experience

History
The school originated in 1995 as private primary school Litorina; a kindergarten started in 1998 and the pre-school in 2000. In 2002 Klaipėda Universa Via was established as a lower secondary school. In 2012 it became Klaipėdos Universa Via tarptautinė mokykla, the international school, and in 2017 it became an IB candidate school for the Primary Years Programme (ages 3–11). In 2018 the first group of eighth graders graduated and an English-taught class opened; the school now serves about 165 students aged 2.5 to 15, with around 15% from abroad. The school was accredited for the IB Primary Years Programme in 2020 and for the secondary program in 2023; it is registered as a public institution (VšĮ) in Klaipėda.

Community
Universa Via maintains an active school community with regular school-life events and international projects. Students participate in events such as Invent Your Own Sport! and the Cambridge Book Reading Appreciation Club. The school hosts international guests, such as a guest from Frankfurt, and participates in Erasmus+ mobility programs with partner schools in Europe, including IES El Cabanyal in Valencia (Spain); Obermayr International School in Schwalben am Taunus (Germany); Novaschool Medina Elvira in Granada (Spain); and Bergeland videregående skole in Norway.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Kangaroo Via develops mathematical thinking and problem-solving. Three-dimensional space deepens understanding of mathematics as a science. Science fun strengthens logical thinking through puzzles.

Arts & Creative
Mosaic introduces children to different materials and independent creation. Origami studio teaches paper folding and develops fine motor skills. Yamaha and piano lessons provide musical education that enhances concentration and imagination. English Theatre for Kids improves English language use and social skills through performance.

Cultural & Language
English is Fun creates a welcoming environment for rapid English communication with engaging methods. Jolly Phonics teaches reading through phonics and phonetic activities.

Social & Hobbies
Chess circle provides mental exercise, building strategic thinking and social interaction. Labyrinths of adventures offers varied, collaborative projects and role-based activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga elements promote health and emotional regulation through body movement and breathing.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Lithuanian are taught as part of the Language subject in the Primary Years Programme. The Primary Years Programme serves children aged three to twelve, with Universa Via serving ages four to eleven. Language education is integrated within the six subject areas of the PYP.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in English and Lithuanian as part of the IB Primary Years Programme. The Language subject in the PYP is English and Lithuanian, and the curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning within a six-subject framework. The Primary Years Programme is for children aged three to twelve, with Universa Via serving ages four to eleven.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Availability and tracks. Universa Via International School admits students into available places. The school offers three educational tracks: the Primary Education track under the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) for preschool through Grade 4; the Cambridge track for Grades 5–8; and the Gymnasium track for Grades 9–12. The IB PYP track is led by Deputy Director Vilija Monstavyčienė; the Cambridge and Gymnasium tracks are led by Deputy Director Lina Snapkienė. For track-specific inquiries, contact Vilija Monstavyčienė at +370 616 55389 (IB PYP) or Lina Snapkienė at +370 616 55389 (Cambridge and Gymnasium).

2) Registration. Registration is completed by clicking the registration link on the admissions page. Registration reserves a place in the chosen class when vacancies exist. Admissions are offered to applicants for available spaces.

3) Documents for admission. The documents required for admission include: a certificate from the current school detailing the pupil's academic achievements; diagnostic entrance tests in Lithuanian, mathematics, and English; information to parents about the Admissions Committee's decision regarding admission is provided within five days; signing of the enrollment contracts and payment of the enrollment fee within five days.

4) Admission decisions and values. The school admits students into available places and requires that families accept the school's values and agreements. The Admissions Committee communicates its decision within the stated timeframes. Following a positive decision, the enrollment contract is signed and the enrollment fee is paid within five days. The school does not admit students whose parents or guardians do not accept the school's values and agreements.
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