Mandatory English from first grade: Big changes coming to Czech education
Reading, writing, and logical-mathematical literacy will also take center stage, ensuring students acquire competencies relevant to contemporary society.
Prague on alert as police respond to shooting threat, deploy bomb squads
Thursday saw tension and transit delays as authorities responded to multiple threats across the Czech capital.
Czechia's pilot school program: How does it compare to education in the US and UK?
A new option on the horizon—the general lyceum—offers a more flexible high school education for students who are unsure about their future career paths.
Charles University to honor shooting victims with multiple events this week
The anniversary of the tragedy, Dec. 21, will be marked with a silent memorial, a fund-raising concert, and a mass.
Czech scientists help decode oldest human DNA in Europe
The research offers a rare glimpse into the continent’s earliest humans and their links to Neanderthals in Europe.
Prague university rises to top 50 in European business school rankings
Based in Žižkov, this university is especially popular for international students coming to study full-time or for an exchange semester.
Historic Prague water tower to become interactive education center
The Vinohradská water tower in Prague will transform into Hydropolis, an innovative water education center aimed at fostering environmental awareness.
1,000 students and staff evacuated following Czech university shooting scare
A reported attack on the campus of the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen was not confirmed despite an evacuation and presence of SWAT team.
Looking for an international school? PBIS offers a family-focused, student-centered admissions process
The Prague British International School's personalized, family-driven admissions process makes finding the right school stress-free.
Czechia facing tech talent crunch amid STEM education gap
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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
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A 2023 report found that over half of Czech primary schools employed teachers who were not qualified to teach foreign languages.
Explore Prague for free on Oct. 28: Czechoslovak Independence Day
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Large shops will be closed on Monday, but cultural institutions, government offices, and other Prague sites will open their doors for free.
Day of the Dead: Week-long tribute to Mexican culture begins in Prague today
Festivities kick off on Oct. 25 with an English-language theater performance and culminate in a weekend of altars and workshops at the Náprstek Museum.
Step-by-step guide: How to get a driver’s license in Czechia (2024)
Learn the essential steps to obtain a driver’s license in Czechia, including requirements, fees, and the process for both locals and expats in 2024.
TEDxUNYP brings world-class innovators and creators to Prague next month
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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
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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
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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.
