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Slovakia, Bratislava
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The school centers on character development and social-emotional learning. Teachers receive in-house training in Character Education and mentoring to identify and nurture virtues in each student. The approach emphasizes developing a love of learning while fostering empathy, responsibility, and respectful global citizenship. A strong emphasis is placed on addressing aggression, bullying, and inappropriate language early to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
In-house specialists support learners with diverse needs, including a Montessori expert, a special educator and a speech and language therapist, and an in-house psychologist. An education consultant is also available to advise on learning approaches. This team helps tailor support within general classes and school life.
English is the language of instruction throughout the day, with classes typically led by foreign teachers who are native English speakers. English is the first language at the school, and students are guided to achieve fluency in written and spoken English. Slovak language classes are taught by qualified Slovak teachers to meet ministry standards, and the school offers the option to study an additional foreign language.
The school supports mental wellbeing through its focus on social-emotional development and a caring learning environment. It emphasizes character development and provides opportunities for students to explore interests in a safe setting. An in-house psychologist and other specialists support wellbeing, and staff are trained to foster students' emotional and social growth.
Safeguarding is supported by in-house specialists who monitor wellbeing and safety, including a Montessori expert, a special educator, a speech and language therapist, and a psychologist. Aggression, bullying, and inappropriate language are addressed early by trained staff to maintain a secure community.
Brilliant Stars International School offers a Cambridge-based curriculum from age 2 to 14 in Bratislava, with a Montessori-inspired approach in the early years. Kindergarten blends hands-on learning with the British Jolly Phonics programme and a Character Building Programme, while English is the language of instruction; Slovak lessons are available for Slovak students and expats. The Primary School combines the Cambridge International Curriculum with Montessori pedagogy, developing literacy, numeracy, science, digital literacy and programming, alongside global studies and RE. The Secondary School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum for Lower Secondary, with subjects including English, Maths, Science, German, Slovak, Music, Arts, History, Geography, and Computer Science. The campus features bright classrooms, a 4500+ book library, a Science Laboratory, a Music Room, a Pottery Atelier, a Ballet Studio, a large indoor gym, and rooftop classroom. The school also runs an Online School and a Summer Programme and emphasizes community service and Erasmus collaborations.
