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Year: 15

Pražské humanitní gymnázium

Project-based learning as a key element for success in life is gaining more and more popularity and attention in society. According to expert research, we tend to remember best the experiences we have learned through our own active participation. In this context, the PHG welcomes project-based learning as an essential part of the educational process and is actively developing it. By integrating humanities and science subjects into thematic blocks, it aims to equip its students with the skills and knowledge they will need in their everyday lives. Each of us is involved in a wide range of projects in our lives, large and small. We believe that a student will achieve their goals if they put their energy and effort into achieving them, and our school actively supports this effort with pedagogical support and motivation. Our desire is for students to have the courage to try new things and projects without fear of failure. 

Project-based learning promotes active and in-depth learning that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world situations and problems. This promotes their critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills. It also provides a space for collaboration and communication between students, which develops social skills and teamwork. Project-based learning also motivates students as they have the opportunity to actively engage in their own learning and see the meaning and applicability of their knowledge in the real world. Other supportive factors are flexibility in the learning process, a personalised approach to students and the ability to tailor projects to their interests and needs.

About
Pražské humanitní gymnázium

Pražské humanitní gymnázium, one of the largest private grammar schools in Prague, offers both four-year and eight-year programs. It serves students from 10 to 19 years old and provides instruction in the Czech language.

 

The school has been operated by the Consilium group since 2016, when they started running their first school.

 

Pražské humanitní gymnázium is a leader in progressive education, featuring a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students to navigate the ever-changing landscape
of the future. At its core, the school fosters the cultivation of critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, self-reliance, and civic responsibility. We employ project-based learning as a conduit, merging theoretical foundations with tangible real-world applications. For our junior high school students, the block teaching method allows a deep dive into project-based
learning.

 

Within this structure, students immerse themselves in context-rich activities—stimulating games, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging simulations—fostering an atmosphere of creativity, mutual respect, and teamwork. As they transition to high school, students are given the freedom to follow their own academic journeys. Through elective seminars, insightful lectures, interactive discussions, and dedicated project days, students experience an education tailored to their unique interests and aspirations. All of these endeavours, aimed at student personal growth and autonomy, take place in a nurturing, familial environment that fosters each individual‘s potential.

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Pražské humanitní gymnázium
Svatoslavova 333, 140 00 Praha 4-Nusle, Czechia

Pražské humanitní gymnázium

Svatoslavova 333, 140 00 Praha 4-Nusle, Czechia

Square

As the headmaster of Square, it gives me great pleasure to share with you our school’s distinctive approach to education and our unwavering commitment to fostering the holistic growth of each child. Ultimately, it is our goal that a graduate of Square emerges as a competent and well-rounded individual, equipped not only with academic prowess, but also with essential life skills.

Armed with emotional intelligence, teamwork abilities, effective communication, and a command of English, our students are poised to navigate the complexities of the modern world with confidence and resilience.

About
Square

Square is a Czech-English primary school located in Prague, catering to students from 6 to 15 years old.

 

It provides instruction in both Czech and English, with extended English language classes. Square caters to the individual needs of each student, while allowing each student to express his or her own unique talents. Our pioneering “Tree Rings” educational methodology begins with what is seen and experienced, then expands to encompass more general and abstract concepts. This provides each child a smooth flow in the acquisition of knowledge from novice to master. Central to our vision is the crafting of an environment that nurtures each student‘s distinctiveness while fostering important skills such as self-awareness, intrinsic motivation, adaptability, and resilience. At the heart of our curriculum is the mission to teach each child the art of learning: identifying aspirations, embracing errors as stepping stones, and charting his or her own academic journey.

 

By maintaining smaller class sizes—capped at 22 students—we guarantee personalised attention and forge deep, meaningful bonds with each child. Furthermore, our curriculum builds proficiency in both Czech and English language communication, ensuring that our graduates are poised to follow diverse personal and professional paths.

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6-15
Square
Svatoslavova 333/6 140 00 Praha 4 – Nusle

Square

Svatoslavova 333/6, 140 00 Praha 4-Nusle, Czechia

11-18 YEARS

London Park Schools

I am delighted to be the Principal of this exciting new group of schools which offer a new approach to secondary education in London; one that celebrates the process of learning, that focuses on the individual within a smaller, collaborative community and which looks ahead to the future whilst recognising and celebrating the importance of an ethical, sustainable, and forward-facing approach. 

The need for a new model of secondary education has never been more apparent and it is time for schools to embrace more of the skill-sets that will be so critical for the work places of the future.  London Park Schools look forward and thanks to their agile approach, can design and deliver education that’s relevant for the workplaces of the future.  What’s more, we recognise the need for an approach that’s simpler, more straightforward and kinder to children when it comes to Admissions.  As smaller schools, our focus is on tailoring experiences to deliver more individual experiences within warm and supportive communities – all whilst embracing the benefits of being part of a larger group.

Together, each of the three London Park Schools will offer a model of secondary education that’s as dynamic, diverse, innovative, creative, and energising as London itself.

I look forward to telling you more.

About
London Park Schools

A Fresh Approach to Education

Welcome to London Park Schools; London’s exciting new group of secondary schools that offer a dynamic and more personal approach to secondary education, within a warm, supportive, ethical, and forward-thinking community.

Our two 11-16 co-ed senior schools feed into one sixth form, thereby offering intimacy of experience, breadth of opportunity and the certainty of an excellent, fresh-thinking and modern all-through education from 11-18.

Our experiential approach ensures that learning is more relevant and exciting; our focus on problem solving and integrated learning makes it tangible and helps the development of critical thinking skills.

Our size provides the reassurance that each student is well known by every member of staff whilst also enabling a more agile approach to the innovations needed for the workplaces of the future.

Choosing a senior school is one of the most important decisions you will ever make for your child.  We want to make it as simple, straightforward, personal and enjoyable as possible.  We look forward to telling you more.

Our Headteachers
London Park Schools is a group of senior, independent schools based in Clapham, Mayfair and Belgravia.
11 - 18
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11 - 16
LPS Clapham
3 Garrad’s Road, SW16 1JZ
11 - 16
LPS Mayfair
106 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NL
16 - 18
LPS Sixth
79 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1PP

London Park Schools

3 Garrad's Road, London SW16 1JZ, UK

London Park Schools

106 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NL, UK

London Park Schools

79 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1PP, UK

CJD International School

Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,

I am honored to be the Principal of CJD International School, a vibrant and diverse community of learners. Our school’s aim is to provide an exceptional education to students from all around the world, fostering a love for learning and preparing them for success in their future endeavors.

As we begin another academic year, I want to remind everyone of our school’s core values of respect, responsibility and resilience. We believe that these values are essential in developing a community of global citizens, who can make positive contributions to the world.

We are committed to promote a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students, regardless of their background, culture or beliefs. We celebrate diversity and recognize the richness it brings to our school community. We believe that a multicultural environment is essential in shaping well-rounded individuals and preparing them for life in an increasingly interconnected world.

As we embark on this academic journey, let us all work together to achieve our goals and make the most of our time at this school. I encourage students to embrace new challenges, to pursue their passions and to work hard to achieve their goals. I also ask parents to partner with us in supporting their children’s education and to engage actively in the school community.

I look forward to working with all of you in the coming year and I wish everyone a successful and fulfilling academic year.

About
CJD International School

Colégio Júlio Dinis (CJD) is a private school located in the city of Porto, Portugal. The school was founded in 1934, one of the oldest schools in Portugal, with a vision to provide quality education to children in Porto. The school was named after Júlio Dinis, a prominent 19th-century Portuguese writer, who had close ties to the city of Porto. It started as a small school with a handful of students and a team of passionate educators. Over the years, CJD has grown and evolved and, today, it is recognized as a leading educational institution in the region.

At CJD, we have always believed in providing a holistic education that nurtures not just the educational growth of our students but also their personal and social development. We are proud to have produced successful alumni, who have excelled in various fields and made significant contributions to society.

As we move forward, our commitment to providing a world-class education remains unwavering. We are excited to embark on this journey with our international component, which will offer the Cambridge curriculum. We believe that this will enable us to provide an even more enriching and diverse learning experience for our students.

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4 - 18
CJD International School
Rua do Porto Feliz Porto, PORTUGAL

CJD International School

Rua do Porto Feliz Porto, PORTUGAL

International Sharing School

At International Sharing School, we believe in Learning Through Sharing to build a better future. We provide the best educational experience for our students, acknowledging that every child is different and unique.

We have blended an innovative learning space with the highest quality of teaching to provide our students the opportunities to explore and have fun with their learning. They develop the confidence in themselves and are given a wide range of opportunities to develop and enhance their skills and understanding of themselves as learners in a modern world. We are deeply committed to building a community in which our students develop an understanding of their place within an internationally connected world. With over 60 nationalities represented at ISS, our students take part in a truly diverse educational environment which allows them to take their place confidently as active participators in a multiculturally diverse world beyond school.
ISS is an IB continuum school in which we embrace our diversity and celebrate our internationalism at every opportunity. Our teachers are internationally diverse in their experience which provides our students with a broad perspective of real-life connections within the IB curriculum. Learning through sharing is our vision and we embed this into our daily learning across all phases of the school. This guarantees our children experience a connected transition from the time they are welcomed into the ISS community through to the time they graduate.

About
International Sharing School

International Sharing School aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and open-minded lifelong learners who aspire to build a better tomorrow, through a supportive, respectful, and caring environment promoting learning through sharing.

We use the IB Curriculum Framework as we believe the curriculum is more in line with our core values and vision on education. Using a project based approach, we want to create students who understand we are all the same and want to help build a better, more peaceful world.

We work in the dynamic development of a multilingual and multicultural holistic approach, creating an environment which is relaxed but challenging, familiar but disciplined and most of all, we have created a school for the citizens of the future where fun and curiosity may lead to Learning Through Sharing and creativity in problem solving.

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0 - 18
INTERNATIONAL SHARING SCHOOL, TAGUSPARK, LISBON
Avenida Dr. Mário Soares, 14 2740-119 Porto Salvo, Oeiras

International Sharing School

Avenida Dr. Mário Soares, 14 2740-119 Porto Salvo, Oeiras

“With this innovative learning environment, I recognize that my students are more able to be themselves, relaxed and open-minded learners.”

Sarah B - Sharing School Teacher

The Institute of Education

The Institute of Education was founded in 1969 by Raymond Kearns and was established to provide exceptional maths tuition to Leaving Certificate students. Today The Institute is Ireland’s most successful private school with over 1,500 full-time students.  We also offer par-time and short courses for students attending other schools, over 7,000 students attend these courses every year.

 

Our school offers a unique learning environment. We provide a focused, flexible, and complete educational experience for our students that extends beyond academic achievement. Our school provides an environment where students can maximise their academic capabilities while also developing the confidence and maturity to thrive as they progress to their chosen universities and future careers.

Our school values are simple; Excellence, Respect, Independence, and Ambition.  These values underpin every aspect of our school.  As principal of The Institute of Education, my focus is on the students and their journey. The students are at the heart of every decision and my door is always open to the students, our teachers, and the school community. I am immensely proud of our students, the teaching team, and our support staff who working together make our school exceptional.

In 2023 we joined the Dukes Education family. We are proud to be a part of Dukes Education, a collection of truly outstanding schools with whom we share a passion for exceptional education.  Being part of the Dukes family will enrich the lives of our students, teachers, and our wider school community.

I look forward to welcoming you to our school.

 

Yvonne O’Toole

About
The Institute of Education

Over 50 Years of Excellence in Education

The Institute of Education is Ireland’s best known and most successful private school.  Located in Dublin, the school occupies an iconic campus in heart of historical Georgian Dublin. Our city campus offers a bright, contemporary, vibrant, and stimulating environment in which to learn.

Our students study for the Leaving Certificate exams; a State examination that is a recognised pathway to top universities in Ireland and throughout the world. Thousands of our school alumni have progressed to Ireland’s best universities to study the most prestigious of courses. Our students also progress to the top universities in the UK, Europe, and the US. Students have the flexibility to choose from a huge combination of subjects for the Leaving Certificate that best fits their strengths, interests, and University progression.

Excellence is in the DNA of our school; we never compromise on the quality of our tuition, and we encourage our students not to compromise on their ambitions. With a clear focus on results and exam success, we foster a can-do culture and provide additional tuition where required to support students. We ensure our students are equipped to achieve their absolute potential. The school has a team of Guidance and Career Counsellors supporting students as they select the appropriate universities and courses for further study. The school also provides a full programme of extracurricular activities, to ensure that students develop both academically and personally.

The Institute of Education is a unique learning environment. We ensure that all our students receive the very highest standards of tuition and are fully prepared for the world of the 21st Century.

12 - 18 YEARS
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12-18
79-85 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin, Ireland

The Institute of Education

79-85 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin, Ireland