Czechia facing tech talent crunch amid STEM education gap
A recent survey found that a staggering 63 percent of companies in IT and business services report a lack of skilled talent.
Foreign language from first grade? Education advocates say Czech schools aren't ready
A 2023 report found that over half of Czech primary schools employed teachers who were not qualified to teach foreign languages.
TEDxUNYP brings world-class innovators and creators to Prague next month
The theme of 2024's educational event is 'breaking barriers,' with industry experts from various backgrounds giving their insights on work—and life.
Czech city becomes first in country to offer students free period supplies
Inspired by initiatives abroad, Ostrava is setting a precedent for tackling menstrual poverty in schools after a successful pilot program.
EXPLAINED: How a new type of school is set to modernize Czech education
A new general lyceum, set to debut next year, will offer students greater flexibility as many grapple with choosing a career path at just 15 years old.
Sex education in Czech schools: What I've learned as an expat parent
Recent research shows that the demand for sex education in Czech schools is growing. Here's what your kids are learning (and not learning).
Ahoj, roomie! How attractive dorms enhance the study experience at a Czech university
Investment into accommodation at the University of Hradec Králové creates an environment in which students make friends and achieve success.
Prague is crowned the best student city in all of Europe
A wide-ranging study incorporated nightlife, safety, public transport, amenities, and more – Prague came top out of 50 cities overall.
The Little Gym: Flipping childhood development on its head in Prague
The global franchise has been a leading choice for English-language children's exercise classes in the Czech Republic for nearly 15 years.
The Czech school year begins today: What are the key changes for 2024–25?
A change in teaching hours, fee payments, language lessons for non-Czechs, gender-neutral bathrooms, and more await pupils and parents this academic year.
Mark your calendar: Important dates in the 2024–25 Czech school year
Got your pens and pencils ready? As another academic year kicks off in Czechia, here's a round up of key dates for expat parents to remember.
How a Prague international school immerses children in a feast of cultures
An annual international food festival at Prague British International School is a tribute to the rich diversity of the student body.
6 ways Charles University's language institute helps expats master Czech
Professional teachers, a supportive atmosphere and cultural immersion give students at UJOP UK an edge.
Czech schools to offer more Czech language classes for non-native speakers
The number of foreign pupils in Czech schools has doubled in the past years; teaching must expand and adapt in response, says the Ministry of Education.
Prague universities to ramp up security for new academic year
The 2023 Prague shooting has caused a universal reaction from universities, with many top institutions developing measures introduced earlier this year.
A prestigious Prague MBA program is rocket fuel for development and networking
An MBA program at the Prague University of Economics and Business, or VŠE, delivers expert insights into the secrets of business management.
Ministry clashes with municipalities over pupils' phone use in schools
The state has said that schools are free to make and introduce their own rules without input needed from local government.