Open Days in Prague and beyond: Find your child’s next school

Park Lane International School takes a personalized approach to education, combining academic study with opportunities in sports, arts, and languages. The school emphasizes critical thinking and individual talents, with students completing the IB Diploma Programme during their final two years. The internationally recognized qualification can help graduates apply to universities around the world. Prospective families can visit Park Lane on Oct. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., or March 13, with more details available through the school’s website.

Perrott Hill British School Prague follows the English National Curriculum and Cambridge International framework for students aged 3 to 18, leading to IGCSE and A-Level qualifications. The school has separate Early Years, Primary, and Secondary and High School campuses across Prague 8, with qualified native English-speaking teachers and a focus on academic foundations and critical thinking. Open Days run from 9 a.m. to noon, with a school presentation followed by campus tours with headteachers and the admissions team. Dates are Oct. 21 and Jan. 27 for Secondary and High School, Nov. 12 and March 17 for Primary, and Jan. 13 and May 12 for Early Years.

EDUCAnet Prague is a private bilingual school in Chodov serving students aged 6 to 19. Its NextGen Primary School covers grades 1 to 9, with entry points in grades 1 and 6, and combines Czech and English through an integrated, STEAM-focused curriculum. The bilingual grammar school offers an Advanced Placement track as well as a dedicated university-preparation track. Prospective families can visit the primary school on Oct. 21, Nov. 11, Dec. 2, or Jan. 6, and the grammar school on Oct. 14, Nov. 19, Dec. 2, Jan. 13, or Feb. 3.

The 1st International School of Ostrava combines four-year and eight-year grammar-school options with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. As an IB World School, it emphasizes project-based and interdisciplinary learning, with a focus on languages, critical thinking, collaboration and independent learning. Located in the heart of Ostrava, the school brings together students and teachers from different backgrounds in a supportive international community. Prospective students and their families can visit on Dec. 8 or Jan. 11 to meet teachers and students and learn more about admissions.

Montessori Mozaika is a Czech-English Montessori nursery and primary school in Mnichovice, which is located about 30 minutes from Prague. It serves children aged 2 to 15, with small learning groups, prepared Montessori classrooms and English-speaking teachers. The school offers places for children in their final preschool year and a school-readiness program, making it an option for families looking ahead to primary school as well. Open Days are scheduled for Nov. 26, Jan. 21, Feb. 9, April 8 and May 20.

Founded in 1948, the International School of Prague (ISP) is one of the city’s longest-established international schools. Its Prague 6 campus sits near Divoká Šárka and serves students aged 3 to 18, following the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from early years through secondary school. Prospective families can visit the campus and learn more about the school at ISP’s Open Day on Dec. 3. Registration details are available through the school’s website.

Royal Kindergarten Petrovice is a bilingual Czech-English kindergarten with Spanish also offered, welcoming children from 2.5 to 6 years of age. The Prague 10 school, easily accessible by bus from Háje metro station, follows the Czech state curriculum and uses a dual-language teaching method. Children can take part in tennis, swimming, skating, PE and art, with afternoon activities and preschool preparation also on the schedule. Parents are invited to arrange a visit any day that suits them.

IMSP offers Montessori education for children aged 15 months to 12 years, with toddler, primary and elementary classrooms at its Chodov campus, which is nestled next to Kunratický les. The school’s hands-on approach gives children plenty of opportunities to learn independently and through exploration. Families can see the classrooms in action and meet school leaders at the Nov. 4 Open Day. Can’t make it? IMSP also offers private in-person and virtual tours, which can be scheduled through its website.

Canadian International High School follows the Canadian Ontario curriculum for students aged 14 to 19, leading to the internationally recognized Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The school prepares students for university applications in Canada, the UK, Europe and the U.S. Located in a modern business center in Holešovice, the school has a more independent, urban feel than a traditional high school, with public transport and parking nearby. Prospective families can visit during Open Days on Nov. 11 and Feb. 2, or arrange an individual visit by appointment.

Vela will welcome prospective families to its newly opened Prague 6 campus on Nov. 5. The Czech primary school, which also has a branch in Prague 14, serves grades 1 to 9, with students learning in small, mixed-age groups through meaningful activities and a balance of freedom, structure, and responsibility. Instruction is in Czech, with tailored support for children who speak another language at home. The new Prague 6 campus is located just 10 minutes by tram from Nádraží Veleslavín.

BASIS Prague will host an Open Day at its new Bubeneč campus on Oct. 21 at 5:30 p.m., giving prospective families a chance to meet educators, tour the school and learn about its admissions process. BASIS Prague currently serves students in grades 1-7, with eighth grade being added for the 2027/28 school year. A preschool in Břevnov is also open for children aged three to five. The English-language BASIS curriculum has U.S. roots and covers math, science, humanities and the arts, alongside programming, engineering and technology. Register for the Open Day on the school’s website.

Deutsche Schule Prag offers a German-Czech education for children aged 2.5 to around 18. Its Jinonice campus, about six minutes from Nové Butovice metro station, includes a kindergarten, elementary school and high school. Students follow a combined Czech and German curriculum and can graduate with the German International Abitur, with the option to earn the Czech Maturita as well. An Open Day is scheduled for Nov. 12, with further dates listed on the school’s website.

The English College in Prague (ECP) is a selective secondary school for students aged 12 to 19, located next to the Vysočanská metro station. Its newly renovated campus now includes 11 new classrooms, a dedicated drama studio, auditorium, student study spaces and a modern refectory. ECP follows a six-year British-style bilingual curriculum, with students completing the IB Diploma in their final two years. There is also the option to take the Czech Maturita. Open Days on Nov. 6, Jan. 13 and Feb. 3 include student-led tours, classroom visits and information about admissions and entrance exams.

Tábor Grammar School welcomes prospective families to tour its campus on Nov. 5 and Jan. 14. Located in the historic South Bohemian city of Tábor, the school brings primary and secondary education under one roof, serving students from the first grade through the end of secondary school. Its Czech curriculum combines general education with languages, digital skills and project-based learning. Students can follow four-year or eight-year grammar-school programs, with English, German, Spanish and French available, along with Erasmus+ exchanges and international opportunities.

Central Point International School combines an international British curriculum with a Czech component for children aged 2 to 11. Located next to the Žižkov Television Tower, this learner-centered school covers Early Years through Year 6, with an approach designed to give children more independence while building confidence and curiosity. Families can visit the campus on Oct. 21, Jan. 27 and March 17 to get a feel for the school and learn more about its teaching approach.

Set within the gardens, farm and woodland of Toulcův dvůr in Hostivař, MŠ Semínko gives young children plenty of time outdoors as part of its nature-based approach to early education. The preschool welcomes children from international families, with Czech lessons available for those new to the language. Small garden and forest classes allow for an individual approach, while meals are prepared mainly with organic and locally sourced ingredients. Open Days are scheduled for Oct. 13, Nov. 5 and Dec. 9. Families can also try a forest class on Oct. 16, Nov. 13, Dec. 4 and Jan. 22.

Students at Anglicko-české gymnázium AMAZON (ACGA) study primarily in Czech, with an expanded focus on foreign languages. The school’s Worldwide Education curriculum adds selected subjects taught in English from the second year, alongside advanced language training. Located in Prague’s Old Town, the four-year private grammar school prepares students for university in Czechia and abroad, with an emphasis on critical thinking and personal development. Open Days are scheduled for Oct. 20, Nov. 16 and Dec. 1, all at 5:15 p.m.

NestLingue is a family-run Czech-English Montessori nursery and preschool for children aged 1.5 to 6, with 20 years of experience in early childhood education. The school focuses on independence, communication, confidence and allowing children to develop at their own pace, with a strong emphasis on individual attention. Its Šeberov location in Prague 4 is surrounded by nature and close to local farms, while still being accessible by bus from the Opatov metro station. Families are encouraged to schedule a private visit.

Lycée Français de Prague will open its Smíchov campus on Feb. 9 and March 16. The school serves children aged 3 to 18 and follows a French-based curriculum with a trilingual teaching program in French, Czech and English. Its international student body includes children from 40 nationalities, with education available from preschool through the end of secondary school. To attend either Open Day, families should register in advance by emailing inscription@lfp.cz.

Tucked behind the National Theater in Prague 1, Pididomek is a nursery and preschool for children aged 1.5 to 6, with a focus on learning through play, sensory activities, and Montessori-inspired work. The approach puts plenty of emphasis on mutual respect, emotional development and helping young children build confidence without unnecessary pressure. Instead of Open Days, Pididomek invites families to schedule individual tours; contact them to set one up.

Viki Kids Club is a bilingual Czech-English kindergarten in Brno for children aged 2 to 6, following the Cambridge Early Years program alongside Montessori elements. The school describes itself as the only Cambridge International School in South Moravia and welcomes both Czech and international families. Daily activities combine English-language learning with sports, creativity and hands-on experiences, including tennis, yoga, cycling and mental arithmetic. Families can arrange an individual visit by appointment. Viki is also preparing to open a bilingual Czech-English primary school, with its first Grade 1 class planned for September 2027.

PBIS offers an international, English-language education for students aged 2 to 19, from Early Years through the IB Diploma Programme. Across its three campuses in Prague 4 and Prague 6, students can follow a continuous path through their school years, with an international curriculum and opportunities to take part in Nord Anglia Education collaborations with Juilliard, MIT and UNICEF. Families can book a personal visit or check the school’s website for upcoming events and Open Days.

Riverside gives students a British-based education in English from Early Years through the end of secondary school. Its Early Years program follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, while Primary and Junior High use the English National Curriculum. Students then move on to IGCSEs in Years 10 and 11 before completing the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. Riverside’s four Prague 6 campuses serve students ages 3 to 18. Open Days take place on Nov. 12 for Junior High, Nov. 19 for Senior High, Nov. 24 and May 21 for Early Years, and Feb. 4 and June 5 for Primary.