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Prva Rijecka Hrvatska Gimnazija

Croatia, Rijeka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Croatian, English
Fees €4,800
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 470
Type Co-educational
Opened 1627
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Croatian, English, German, Italian, French, Latin
Typical class size 21
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Prva riječka hrvatska gimnazija (PRHG) offers the IB Diploma Programme alongside a bespoke Croatian curriculum across three tracks: General (A and B), Language (C and D), and General-sports (E). The curriculum includes Croatian language, a first foreign language (English and German), and a second foreign language (German, Italian, French, and English). Core subjects span languages, sciences, mathematics, social studies, arts, and ethics, with total hours per year of 32 in Year I and 33 in Years II–IV for both tracks. In the Language track, Years III–IV allow an extended foreign-language program in place of one natural science subject. Founded in 1627, the school occupies a multi-story building with an on-site sports hall. Library occupies 120 m2 on the first floor (70 m2 reading room) with 7,250 volumes and a cinema, plus student computers and librarian access. Extracurriculars include school magazine KULT, PRHG, Rijeka riječi, Debate Club PRHG, and Young Chemists.

Frana Kurelca 1, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia

The Essentials

Prva Rijecka Hrvatska Gimnazija has 470 pupils, typical class sizes of 21, instruction in Croatian, English.

Location
Frana Kurelca 1, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia

Stages
The program is organized in three tracks: general track (two classes, sections a and b), language track (two classes, sections c and d), and general-sports track (one class, section e). The school teaches English and German as first languages, and offers German, Italian, French and English as second languages.

Bus service
Information about student transportation is available here. Traveling students should bring a completed confirmation to the school administration for authentication.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Board and has a Parents' Council.
Fees

Annual tuition at Prva Rijecka Hrvatska Gimnazija ranges from EUR 4,800 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Application (prijavnica) fee: EUR 10, payable at the time of application.
- Entrance-test fee: EUR 50 per student for each additional entrance test (if required).

Tuition fees (by year group / programme)

- IB Diploma Programme (covers the school's 3rd and 4th grade years) — annual tuition: EUR 4,800 per student, charged per academic year.
- Reduced annual tuition: EUR 4,000 for excellent students, children of diplomatic representatives, and children of staff employed by the school.
- Tuition is presented as an annual amount for each year of the two‑year IB DP (third and fourth grade). Monthly installment arrangements are available (see Billing schedule).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition may be paid in instalments: a monthly instalment option is available — 10 monthly instalments in the 3rd grade (September–June) and 9 monthly instalments in the 4th grade (September–May).
- Tuition denominated in euros is converted to Croatian kuna (HRK) at the central bank (HNB) mid‑rate and the kuna equivalent is calculated on the day of payment when necessary.
- Payment by bank transfer to the school's IBAN is the stated method for application and programme payments; payment details use MODEL 00 and the payer's OIB as the payment reference. Parents sign a schooling (enrolment) contract that specifies financial obligations and payment terms.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: the IB Diploma Programme is delivered as a day programme and no residential (boarding) provision or boarding fees are listed for this school.

Other costs and fees

- Refundable equipment deposit at enrolment: EUR 300. The deposit is returned at the end of schooling provided the student has met all obligations and returned all loaned textbooks and equipment in good condition. If a student uses a personal (rather than school‑issued) computer, a different deposit amount of EUR 100 is indicated.
- Textbooks and materials: the school provides some textbooks and equipment for IB DP students; parents are required to purchase certain items themselves (for example, graphic calculators). Students must return loaned materials in good condition to recover the deposit.
- Additional charges may include fees for optional or remedial entrance tests and other specific assessments (entrance test fee noted above).

Refund information

- The equipment deposit (EUR 300, or EUR 100 in the personal‑computer case) is refundable at the end of the programme if the student has met all financial obligations and returned all school loaned textbooks and equipment in undamaged, functional condition.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer to the school IBAN (details provided in application/enrolment instructions) is the documented payment method for application and tuition payments; payments use MODEL 00 and the payer OIB as the payment reference. No credit‑card payment method is specified in the published programme materials.
Academics

Prva Rijecka Hrvatska Gimnazija teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The PRHG program runs in three tracks: General track (two class sections A and B); Language track (two class sections C and D); General-sports track (one class section E). Foreign languages taught: First foreign language English and German; Second foreign language German, Italian, French, and English. The curriculum includes Croatian language; First foreign language; Second foreign language; Latin; Music; Visual arts; Psychology; Logic; Philosophy; Sociology; History; Geography; Mathematics; Physics; Chemistry; Biology; Informatics; Politics and Economics; Physical Education; Ethics - Religion; Elective subject; and Foreign language. Total hours per year are 32 in Year I and 33 in Years II–IV for both tracks. In the Language track, in Year III and Year IV, instead of one subject from the natural science group (Physics, Chemistry), students may choose an extended program in foreign languages.

Higher Education Progression
The school is accredited for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and has been authorized as an IB World School.
Parent Experience

History
The First Rijeka Croatian Gymnasium traces its origins to 1627, when Jesuits established a college with a gymnasium in Rijeka, marking the start of secondary education in the city. It began operating on 23 November near St. Vitus Cathedral with about 150 students; Latin was the core subject, and academies produced works in Latin, Italian, and Croatian, presented publicly. After the Jesuit order was suppressed in 1773 and through subsequent political changes, German and Hungarian languages were introduced and the school continued through periods including French rule and early 19th‑century shifts. The Croatian national revival intensified in Rijeka during the 19th century, but Magyarization pressures led to relocations and disruptions to Croatian‑language education in Rijeka by 1896. After World War II, Rijeka and Sušak united, the Croatian gymnasium was reintroduced in Rijeka at Frana Kurelca Street in a building by the Hungarian architect Göyzö Czigler, and it evolved through several names before becoming Prva riječka hrvatska gimnazija in 1992/93; a large number of notable people passed through the school as students or teachers.

Community
The PRHG community features student clubs such as the school magazine KULT, the Volunteering Club PRHG, the Gimnazijalac school sports club, and the literary program Rijeka riječi. It runs EU‑funded projects, including the Erasmus+‑supported (Su)djelujem – a student council in a democratic school (1 February 2023–31 January 2024, with Delta as a partner) and cross‑border ASOC programs that promote civic education and data journalism. Other projects include Archive to Alive, SiLab, Steps 2030 World, Life After Sport, and German‑language initiatives, and the school holds Erasmus+ accreditation among its activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Council provides advisory support to the school and works with class teachers; it participates in planning and implementing topics at class councils on a quarterly basis and as needed; it offers guidance in addressing issues in classes or with individual students; it prepares materials for homeroom teachers at the start of the year; it assists in the process of implementing pedagogical measures and participates in parent meetings; it collaborates with the principal and school staff to improve educational work.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates in a multi-level building with a basement, ground floor and three upper floors used for classrooms, administration, the library, staff rooms, archives and a boiler room. A sports hall is on site for physical education and after-school activities. The total floor area of the building and the sports hall is 3,570 square meters, and the courtyard used for physical activities covers 341 square meters. The library is located on the first floor within the building.

Sports Facilities
There is a sports hall on site. The combined building area and sports hall totals 3,570 square meters, with a 341-square-meter courtyard used for outdoor physical activities.

Academic Facilities
The library is located on the first floor, occupying 120 square meters, including a 70-square-meter reading room. The library collection comprises 7,250 volumes (5,155 fiction/reading and 2,095 professional). It includes a home cinema in the reading room and two computers with internet access for students, plus a computer with internet access for the librarian. The library provides a catalog and access to online research databases.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular offerings include the school magazine KULT, the voluntary club PRHG, the school sports club GIMNAZIJALAC, and the literary program Rijeka riječi.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Debate Club PRHG; Young Chemists. The school offers extracurricular activities focused on academic enrichment and STEM. These clubs support critical thinking and scientific inquiry beyond the classroom. They provide opportunities to develop problem-solving and research skills.

Arts & Creative
School Magazine KULT; Sports Journalist. These activities offer writing, reporting, and media production beyond class. Students gain experience in communication and teamwork through producing school media. They contribute to a culture of student expression and creativity.

Cultural & Language
Literary program 'Rijeka riječi'; Youth and Peace (Literature and Peace Education). These programs engage students with literature and language beyond the regular curriculum. They foster reading, writing, and critical discussion about texts and peace-themed topics.

Social & Hobbies
JA PA ČA - Čakavian Club. The club explores regional dialects and Croatian linguistic heritage in an informal setting. It provides a space for language enthusiasts to practice and discuss dialects and cultural topics.

Community & Service
Volunteer Club PRHG. Members organize volunteering and community outreach, supporting local initiatives and service projects. The club fosters social responsibility and cooperation among students.

Leadership & Professional
(Su)djelujem – Student Council in a Democratic School; Joint Assembly PRHG and GAM. These activities provide leadership opportunities and experience in student governance, collaboration with peer institutions, and civic engagement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
School Sports Club Gimnazijalac. The club promotes physical activity, teamwork, and school spirit through organized sports and events.
Languages

Language Provision
The program is organized into three streams: general (two class groups a and b), language (two class groups c and d), and general-sports (one class group e). Croatian language is taught. English and German are taught as the first foreign language, and German, Italian, French and English are taught as the second foreign language. Latin is offered as a language subject.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Admissions are conducted through the NISpuSŠ system. The NISpuSŠ system handles admissions for the 1st grade of Prva riječka hrvatska gimnazija. Information about the process is available on srednje.e-upisi.hr. The Upisi page publishes general and specific information related to admission to the 1st grade of the school. Step 2. Information about the admission process is available on srednje.e-upisi.hr. The Upisi page references the NISpuSŠ system as the mechanism for admissions. Applicants should consult the central portal for details about the admission process for the 1st grade. The Upisi page provides access to documents related to admission. Step 3. Documents for admission include the Regulation on elements and criteria for selection of candidates for admission to the 1st grade of secondary school, published as a PDF. The document is available for download on the Upisi page. It outlines the elements and criteria used to select candidates for admission. This ensures applicants understand how admissions decisions are made. Step 4. An embedded Microsoft Office presentation containing admission information is displayed on the Upisi page. It provides visual content about the admissions process. The presentation is powered by Microsoft Office.
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