General info
Schooling system in Czechia
Kindergarten:
- Place for preschool education for children aged 3 to 6
- Optional but very common choice to prepare children for elementary school
- If foreigners have children aged 3 to 6, they can enroll them in kindergarten. However, it's important to verify the availability of spaces and admission requirements.
Elementary School:
- Mandatory education for all children aged 6 to 15
- Lasts for nine years, divided into two cycles (1st - 5th grade and 6th - 9th grade)
- Educational content includes various subjects such as Czech, mathematics, sciences, foreign languages, arts, and physical education
- If foreigners have children in the compulsory school age (6 to 15), they can enroll them in elementary school. In some cases, specific prerequisites may be required, or the child may need to complete a preparatory course to adapt to the Czech education system.
Secondary School:
- Follows elementary school and usually lasts for 4 years (some programs may take longer)
- Students choose a specialization based on their interests and future career plans
- Different types of secondary schools exist, including grammar schools, vocational schools, industrial schools, etc
- For older children or young adults, attending secondary school may be an option. This depends on their age and previous education.
Higher Education (Universities):
- Offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs
- Bachelor's degree typically takes 3 to 4 years, master's 1 to 2 years, and a doctoral program may take several years
- Higher education institutions specialize in various fields, from humanities to technical and natural sciences
- Foreigners who meet the requirements have the opportunity to study at a higher education institution. This includes bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs.
This is a general overview of the Czech education system. Each level has its own specifications and programs, which may vary between specific schools and fields of study.
Tips:
Language Barriers:
- Foreigners may face language barriers, especially at the beginning of their stay in the Czech Republic. Some schools may offer support for learning the Czech language.
Adaptation and Integration:
- For successful integration into the Czech education system, it can be beneficial to use support services and counseling centers that provide information on educational options, social adaptation, and other relevant topics.
- When planning the education of foreigners in the Czech Republic, it's essential to gather information about the specific conditions of individual schools and collaborate with local authorities and counseling services.
- For successful integration into the Czech education system, it can be beneficial to use support services and counseling centers that provide information on educational options, social adaptation, and other relevant topics.
General information for schools and students
Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports
https://portal.gov.cz/en/rozcestniky/czech-educational-system-RZC-40
https://portal.gov.cz/en/o-zivote-v-cr/about-life-in-the-czech-republic-OZC-1