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Taught languages English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Slovenian
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
European School Ljubljana provides an international education for ages 4 to 18 within a European School framework. The Primary Level spans five years and operates in two language sections: English and Slovene, with the first foreign language taught from Year 1 and options including English, German or French, while Slovene is an additional subject. The Secondary Level lasts seven years and concludes with the European Baccalaureate. It is offered in two language sections, Slovene and English; from S1 students study additional foreign languages, and from S3 onward some subjects are taught in the chosen first foreign language. Established in 2018 by the Government of Slovenia, the school sits within the Ljubljana School Centre. The curriculum and facilities cultivate a culturally and linguistically rich environment, supporting international recognition and a smooth transition to national and European schools. Pupils benefit from sustained language development, intercultural understanding, and formal attainment milestones over time.
European School Ljubljana has instruction in Slovenian, English.
Location
Ljubljana School Center, European School Ljubljana, Aškerčeva cesta 1, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Stages
Educates pupils aged 4 to 18. It comprises Early Education; Primary Level (5 years) in English and Slovene language sections; Secondary Level (7 years) in Slovene and English language sections; the Secondary Programme ends with the European Baccalaureate.
Type
European School
Fees
Annual tuition at European School Ljubljana ranges from EUR 5,069 to EUR 7,605 for 2026/27.
Overview for academic year 2025/26 (used where 2026/27 fees are not yet published):
- Early Education (age 4–5) — EUR 5,069 per child, per academic year.
- Primary programme (P1–P5) — EUR 5,069 per child, per academic year.
- Secondary programme (S1–S7) — EUR 7,605 per child, per academic year.
Application fees
- No separate application or one‑off registration fee amount is published in the school's publicly available enrolment materials for the 2025/26 information set.
Tuition fees by year group and per term
- Tuition is published as an annual amount by programme (Early Education, Primary, Secondary) as listed above. The school's published materials state annual fees rather than a per‑term breakdown; no fixed per‑term amounts are published in the available fee information. Annual tuition applies per child.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices are issued electronically by declaration option; the school provides a signed declaration form for parents to approve receipt of all invoices electronically. Specific published invoice dates, instalment schedule, or payment deadlines are not provided in the publicly available enrolment and policy documents.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding programme or boarding‑fee schedule is published for the European School Ljubljana; boarding accommodation is not listed among the school's programme offerings.
Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, meals, supplies, trips)
- Book lists and school supply lists are provided for each year; the cost of books and supplies is an additional parental expense but specific prices are not listed in the school's published supply documents. Meal provision is offered as an option (morning snack and optional lunch) but meal prices are not published in the fee materials linked to the school pages. Additional potential costs (educational trips, exam fees, optional extracurricular fees, school photos, specialist materials) are not listed as fixed amounts in the publicly available fee information.
Refund information
- No published refund policy, deposit/guarantee amounts, or explicit tuition‑refund procedure is included in the school's publicly available enrolment policy or forms for the referenced academic information.
Fee payment options
- The published materials include an electronic‑invoicing declaration but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer details, credit card acceptance, or online payment portal) in the publicly available admissions and policy documents.
Notes on effective year and unpublished details
- The numeric fee figures above are those published for the 2025/26 academic year where programme fees are shown. Enrolment for the 2026/27 school year is announced, but a specific 2026/27 fee schedule has not been published in the school's publicly available materials as of March 17, 2026. The school's enrolment and policy documents do not publish a per‑term breakdown, an application fee figure, a detailed billing timetable, boarding fees, explicit refund terms, or the list of accepted payment methods.
Academics
European School Ljubljana teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The Primary Level consists of 5 years and is delivered in two language sections: English and Slovene. The first foreign language is taught from P1, with options English, German or French, and Slovene is taught as an additional subject. The Secondary Level lasts 7 years and ends with the European Baccalaureate. It is offered in two language sections: Slovene and English. In S1, students learn additional foreign languages and may choose from German, French, Italian, Spanish and Slovene, and from S3 onward some subjects are taught in the student's chosen first foreign language.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school counsellor, Petra Vincetič, works with students, parents, and teachers to support wellbeing and learning. She helps identify and support students with special educational needs. She assists students with learning difficulties and those facing personal or family challenges. She helps students under stress and resolves conflicts among peers. She assists teachers in addressing conflictual situations in the classroom and promotes their psychological literacy. Parents may turn to her for help with their children's development, their study habits, and with behavioural and emotional problems.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The European School Ljubljana addresses learning difficulties under the Placement of Children with Special Needs Act. It uses a five-stage model: 1) teacher assistance during lessons; 2) school counsellor's assistance; 3) additional individual and/or group lessons; 4) professional opinion and assistance from an external expert; 5) an educational programme with adapted implementation (Decision on Placement). The school offers learning help, help in overcoming deficits or disorders, and a counselling service. The counselling service provides a supportive environment for students, parents, education professionals, and school employees. If needed, a student may receive an educational programme with adapted implementation and additional professional assistance.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Primary Level is run in two language sections: English and Slovene. The first foreign language is taught from the P1 onwards, and students can select between English, German and French, with Slovene as an additional subject. The Secondary Level is held in two language sections (Slovene and English). Other foreign languages are taught in S1, and students may choose from German, French, Italian, Spanish and Slovene. From S3 onwards, some subjects are taught in the student's chosen first foreign language.
Mental Wellbeing
The School Counsellor's Office supports mental wellbeing by assisting students under stress and those facing personal or family challenges. The counsellor helps identify and support students with learning difficulties and those with special educational needs. She works with students, parents, and teachers to address conflictual relationships and promote psychological literacy among staff. She provides guidance on development, study habits, and behavioral concerns. Contact: Petra Vincetič, petra.vincetic@sclj.si, +386 31 704 319.
Safeguarding
The counselling service guarantees a supportive environment for students, parents, education professionals, and school staff. The school follows a structured five-stage process to address learning difficulties, from teacher support to placement with adapted implementation. The counsellor's role includes safeguarding-related support by coordinating help for students' emotional and educational needs and facilitating collaboration among families and school staff.
Admissions
Admissions
Early Education has an English Section for children aged 4–5. Enrolment for the 2025/2026 school year is available. The annual fee is 5,069 EUR per child. Primary Level Programme lasts 5 years and is offered in English and Slovene language sections. The first foreign language is taught from P1; students can choose between English, German and French; Slovene is an additional subject. Enrolment for the 2025/2026 school year is available in all primary years. The annual fee is 5,069 EUR per child. Secondary Level Programme lasts 7 years and ends with the European Baccalaureate. The Secondary programme is held in two language sections: Slovene and English. Other foreign languages offered include German, French, Italian, Spanish and Slovene. Enrolment for the 2024/2025 school year is available in opened secondary classes. The annual fee is 7,605 EUR per child.
FAQs
What curriculum does European School Ljubljana follow?
The school follows the European School framework with Primary and Secondary levels, culminating in the European Baccalaureate.
What age range?
Students aged 4 to 18, covering five years of Primary and seven years of Secondary.
What are the fees?
Annual fees range from EUR 5,069 to EUR 7,605.
What language sections exist?
Two sections: English and Slovene. First foreign language is taught from Year 1 with options including English, German, or French.
What qualification do students receive?
The European Baccalaureate, recognised across EU member states for university entry.
Does the school offer SEN support?
No specific SEN support is mentioned.
Is the school co-educational?
Yes.
Where is the school?
In Ljubljana, Slovenia.
What is the European Baccalaureate?
An EU-recognised qualification awarded at the end of Secondary, accepted by universities across all EU member states.
How is the school structured?
Primary lasts five years, Secondary seven years, with two language sections throughout.
