Innovative PRIMARY and SECONDARY schools

 

For the world ahead

 

We have rewritten the curriculum for the 21st century.

We teach differently because children will live in a different world.

We bring back the joy of learning.

2 480
children

attend
25 ScioSchools

87 %
of children

enjoy going
to ScioSchool

96 %
of parents

are satisfied
with the guides

What do we do differently?

Revolutionary curriculum

WWe have redefined what children learn. Our curriculum is built around eight key competences that help prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of the world ahead.

Skills for the 21st century

In the age of smartphones, simply memorising facts no longer makes sense. We teach children and students to think, overcome obstacles and cooperate.

Freedom and responsibility

We give children and students the freedom to choose their own path while taking responsibility for their education, themselves and the world around them.

A supportive environment

We create the school together with children and students. Through voting and shared decision-making, everyone understands that they can influence the world around them.

Fotografie ze Scioškoly

ScioSchool

Future-oriented:
preparation for a world that will be different from the one we know today

Developing abilities:
abilities that will not be written down in a notebook, but become part of life

Trust in children:
a democratic environment and children taking part in decisions

An active role for the student:
discovery through independent learning and group projects

A supportive environment:
an emphasis on a positive climate, with guides acting as mentors

Co u nás nemá místo?

Traditional school

Subjects:
discovery restricted by a subject, a notebook, 45 minutes and a school bell

Rote learning:
memorising facts that can already be found instantly with a single click on a smartphone

Strict discipline:
no room for discussion, because the teacher is always right

Grades:
constantly comparing students with their peers

Fear:
fear of making mistakes, being tested or being ridiculed

The Czech School Inspectorate describes our educational approach as inspiring.

We are innovators in education. We draw on 30 years of experience and our own research.

We invite inspiring people with real-world experience to our schools and organise trips abroad.

Seven textbooks for seven separate subjects? No. We explore the world through shared themes.

Our 8 competencies for the future - the aim of our schools

Learning is a lifelong process. It is a journey. Our eight competencies show where we aim to lead students of ScioSchools. How each of them succeeds will certainly vary. Our job is not to choose their path for them but to help each one of them overcome obstacles and encourage them to find strength and courage to get as far as possible on their journey. The further we progress in this effort, the better prepared we and our children will be for the 21st century.

Ondřej Šteffl
founder of ScioSchools 

8 competencies for the future

1. I manage and drive my own learning

The world will become more and more complex. I want to be a lifelong learner and concurrently take change as a challenge and an opportunity to learn.

 

 

2. I choose what i allow to enter my mind

We are showered with information. It is impossible for our brain to handle such a great amount of data. Through this vast amount of information, I want to learn how to recognize and pick only the information which is relevant, important and useful.

3. I understand myself

It is us who are the sole and lifelong guides of our lives. I want to understand myself and I want to be able to rely on myself at all times.

4. I endure uncertainty, failure and stress

In my life I will often be asked to make decisions under pressure and often under uncertainty. I will face my own mistakes as well as those of others. I want to prepare for uncertainty and to work on increasing my resilience.

5. I build and maintain good relationships

Good relationships with family and wider circles of people have been, are and will continue to be essential for a fulfilling life. Their importance in the ever-changing future will grow even further.

6. I act morally and stand up to evil

I want to lead a meaningful life and that means being useful to those around me and to society as such.

7. I co-create the future of the world

The future will be as good as I make it. Everyone has a share of responsibility for the future in the world. Everyone can contribute to solving its problems.

8. I am in control of my life

I can hardly lead a meaningful, fulfilling and happy life if I am a victim of circumstances. I want to be able to make independent and educated decisions, to plan, to cope with potential issues and to bring things to a successful completion. I want to be able to face difficulties without being afraid.

Contact us

The best way to get to know us is to visit and experience the atmosphere of our schools for yourself.
Find your nearest ScioSchool and arrange a visit. We would be delighted to welcome you!


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