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XV Gimnazija

Croatia, Zagreb

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Croatian
Fees €3,800 - 7,600
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 1031
Type Co-educational
Opened 1964
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Croatian, French, German, Latin
Typical class size 26
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

XV. gimnazija in Zagreb, commonly known as MIOC, is a historic science–mathematics high school that offers both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP), alongside a Bespoke Curriculum. The IB is delivered in English, with a language policy that also includes Croatian and several language acquisition options (English B, Croatian B, German B, French B, with Latin optional). In the MYP (MYP4 and MYP5, ages 11–16) students study in eight subject groups, undertake interdisciplinary work, complete a mandatory Service and Action component, and culminate in a Personal Project in MYP5. The DP has been offered since 1991 and provides a clear progression to university. Facilities include a cinema hall, a library of over 22,500 volumes (9,703 in the IB department), laboratories, a canteen, a gym, and outdoor sports facilities. Extracurriculars include MUN, drama, choir, IB bands, yearbook, film group and debate. Globally recognized.

Jordanovac 8, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

The Essentials

XV Gimnazija has 1,031 pupils, typical class sizes of 26, instruction in English, Croatian.

Location
XV. gimnazija is located in Zagreb, Croatia, at Jordanovac 8 in the Jordanovac neighborhood. It operates as an IB World School offering the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The address is Jordanovac 8, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia.

Stages
IB Middle Years Programme with MYP4 and MYP5 (ages 11–16).

Type
IB World School offering MYP and Diploma Programme; high school (gimnazija) in Croatia.

Additional learning support
School counsellor/pedagogue

Country affiliation
Croatia
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a dress code; students are expected to be appropriately dressed. During gym classes and exams, students must use a clean pair of sneakers or bring slippers; otherwise, they must remain in socks. When using the gym, an extra pair of tennis shoes and the required outfit are needed.

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria; after classes, students may use the cafeteria space for meals. Food may not be eaten in classrooms.

Governance and Ownership
XV. gimnazija is governed by its Statut XV. gimnazije and related general acts; governing bodies include the School Board, Nastavničko vijeće, Vijeće učenika, and Vijeće roditelja.
Fees

Annual tuition at XV Gimnazija ranges from EUR 3,800 to EUR 7,600 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged for submission of IB MYP or IB Diploma application forms; application forms and enrollment documents are used for admission.

Tuition fees by programme and year group

- IB Diploma Programme (DP), annual tuition (stated for the 2023/2024 school year): EUR 7,600.00 per year for foreign (non‑EU) students.

- IB Diploma Programme (DP), annual tuition (stated for the 2023/2024 school year): EUR 3,800.00 per year for Croatian and EU citizens.

- International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP): the school confirms that tuition is charged for MYP (MYP4–MYP5 offered at the school), but a programme‑specific annual amount is not published in the MYP handbook. (MYP is part of the school's paid IB programmes.)

- Natural‑science/mathematics programme (PMG): tuition applies for students who are required by law/regulation to pay (for example, some non‑EU students); the full‑amount billing schedule for those students is set in the school's payment regulations. Specific per‑year PMG tuition amounts are not published in the available documents.

Per‑term / per‑installment detail

- For students paying under the IB/IBDP arrangements, the school's payment rules allow two primary methods:
- Monthly installments: the full annual tuition may be paid in 10 equal monthly installments, each due by the 15th day of the month for the month to which it applies (covering September through June).
- Single annual payment: the full annual tuition may be paid in one single payment by the contract deadline; a one‑time payment is eligible for a 5% discount on the full annual tuition if paid by that deadline.

- For students in the natural‑science/mathematics programme (where tuition is charged, e.g., certain non‑EU students), the full annual tuition is payable in two equal installments: on or before 15 September and on or before 15 January.

- For students who enroll after the start of the school year, tuition is calculated pro rata for the remainder of the school year; the first installment for late entrants is due immediately upon enrollment and subsequent installments fall due on the 15th of each month thereafter. For students who leave during the school year, a pro rata calculation applies to determine any refund or outstanding charge.

Billing schedule and payment terms (summary)

- Installment due dates: monthly installments due by the 15th of each month (September–June) for tuition paid in 10 installments; two installments due by 15 September and 15 January for the PMG two‑installment option.
- Late or missed payments: failure to pay installments can trigger a written reminder; repeated missed payments (specified thresholds in the school regulation) may result in contractual consequences including requirement to pay the full remaining annual tuition and possible termination of enrollment in the paid programme.
- Discounts: 5% discount for single annual payment (if paid by the contract deadline); a sibling reduction of 10% for the second and subsequent children attending IB programmes simultaneously; merit‑based reduction (IBDP) of up to 30% in specified excellence cases.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school does not operate a boarding/dormitory programme; boarding fees are not applicable. The school is listed with a single daytime campus address and contact details for administrative and accounting offices.

Other costs and fees (examples and typical items)

- IB examination and administrative fees:
- Administrative fee for organizing IB Diploma examinations in the autumn session: EUR 100.00 for one exam, EUR 200.00 for two or more exams (school decision recorded by the school board). In addition, IBO/IB fees set by the International Baccalaureate Organisation for registration, subject fees, re‑marks or re‑sits apply and are charged to the payer according to IBO price lists.

- Individual native‑language tuition: if individual mother‑tongue instruction is provided for foreign students, that instruction is charged at half of the annual tuition for that individual native‑language course (where applicable).

- Textbooks and library materials: textbooks, library books and magazines are available for student use at no extra cost; parents are responsible for the cost of lost or damaged books.

- Field trips, excursions and optional international trips: costs for optional trips (for example the London field trip) and certain out‑of‑school activities are additional; some out‑of‑school activity costs may be financed from tuition funds for the programme but many excursions/agency‑arranged trips are financed by parents according to the activity's cost schedule.

- Extracurricular activities and optional workshops: participation is generally available for all students; occasional activity‑specific costs or material costs may be charged to parents depending on the activity.

Refund information

- Pro rata refunds and outstanding balances: if a student is withdrawn during the school year, tuition is adjusted on a pro rata basis; any prepayments remaining after calculation of all outstanding obligations are refundable to the payer. Conversely, if contractual payment obligations are not met, the school may claim full annual tuition and take collection steps under its procedures.

- IB exam re‑mark / retake charges: fees for re‑marks or re‑registration with the IBO are payable by the payer at the IBO price in force at the time of the request; the payer must settle these charges within the contractual payment term specified by the school (typically within 15 days of invoice).

Fee payment options and details

- Bank transfer to the school's IBAN is an established payment route; the school lists an IBAN for payments (HPB): HR09 2390 0011 1000 20837. The school's accounting office and billing are managed by the school's finance contacts.

- Payment by other methods (in‑person arrangements and invoicing) is handled through the school's secretariat and accounting office; specific accepted methods (cash, card, local bank transfer arrangements) are administered by the school's accounting office according to the contract of schooling. The payment method chosen by the payer is recorded in the schooling contract.

Items to note for budgeting

- The IB Diploma listed annual tuition amounts above are stated for the 2023/2024 school year; the school's published payment regulation describes the billing method, installment schedules, discount rules, sibling and merit reductions, and refund/termination conditions. IB‑specific examination and IBO charges apply in addition to school tuition and may include administrative fees set by the school for local organization of examination sessions.
Academics

XV Gimnazija teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
XV. gimnazija offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for MYP4 and MYP5 (ages 11–16). The curriculum is organized into eight subject groups and includes interdisciplinary learning, a mandatory Service and Action component, and a Personal Project in MYP5. The programme requires study in at least two languages (the language of instruction and an additional language). XV. gimnazija has offered the IB Diploma Programme (DP) since 1991, providing a progression path to university and beyond.

Higher Education Progression
The IB Diploma Programme prepares for university and beyond. XV. gimnazija has offered the Diploma Programme since 1991. The Middle Years Programme provides a pathway to the Diploma Programme and higher education.

Gifted and Talented
XV. gimnazija runs a Gifted Students Project governed by a Gifted Students Team (Tim za darovite učenike). Team members include the school principal, the Team Leader, and a professional associate. Mentors design project tasks, lead groups of students, support presentations, and supervise portfolios and task evaluations. Participation is based on test results and teachers' recommendations, subject to the school's staffing, material, and other capacities. The project runs through the school year with each project lasting 30–40 hours. Parents are informed and must provide consent for their child's participation, and intelligence testing is used to identify gifted students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
XV. gimnazija provides social and emotional support through a dedicated school counsellor/pedagogue and a school psychologist. The school counsellor/pedagogue assists with personal development and social-emotional guidance within the MYP. The school psychologist provides mental health support and assessment services. The IB MYP emphasizes compassionate, internationally minded students, fostered by these pastoral staff.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction (English A) and additional languages offered include German and French; there is Croatian for foreign students.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by the school psychologist and the pastoral team; the MYP framework and staff focus on wellbeing as part of student development.

Safeguarding
XV. gimnazija maintains safeguarding through school rules with zero tolerance for alcohol, drugs and tobacco on school premises or trips, and through structured disciplinary actions for misconduct; there is an Academic Integrity Code to promote responsible conduct.
Parent Experience

History
XV. gimnazija, Jordanovac 8, Zagreb, commonly known as MIOC, is a science-mathematics high school. It was founded in 1964 as XV. Mathematical Gymnasium with headquarters in Sutlanska Street. It moved to a modern building at Jordanovac 8 during 1973–1976, after merging XV. Mathematical Gymnasium, School 25. maja (XIV. gimnazija) and part of VII. gimnazije; from 1977/78 it became the Matematičko-informatički obrazovni centar (MIOC), and in 1982 it was renamed Matematičko-informatički obrazovni centar Vladimira Popovića. Following democratic changes in 1991, XV. gimnazija regained autonomy; during the Homeland War 1991–1995 the school hosted students and teachers from war-affected regions. In 1991 the International Baccalaureate program was introduced; the Diploma Programme and the Middle Years Programme were added, with English as the language of communication; today XV. gimnazija offers both the national and the international programs.

Community
XV. gimnazija has an active school community with a calendar of extracurricular activities and competitions, achieving notable world, international and national successes. Since 1965, students have won first places at the World Mathematical Olympiads; since 1993, first places at the World Informatics Olympiad; they also participate in the ACSL (American Computer Science League). In the past twelve years, XV. gimnazija has been among the top 200 schools, with seven first places and eight second places. The school provides a library, a multipurpose hall, a cafeteria, a bookstore, a sports hall, and outdoor fields for student activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Council of XV. gimnazije is the school council made up of representatives of parents from every class. The council has a coordinator appointed by the principal; for the 2023/2024 school year the coordinator is Sanja Vučetić, a professor, advisor, psychologist and psychology teacher. The composition, remit and method of operation of the Parent Council are defined by the Law on Education in primary and secondary schools, the XV. gimnazije Statute and the Rules of Procedure of XV. gimnazije school councils.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Besides classrooms and labs the school has a cinema hall, a library with more than 22,507 books (9,703 in the IB department) and a canteen. A gym, a small gym and outdoor sports grounds—basketball, handball, volleyball, football courts and an athletics track—are also available.

Sports Facilities
A gym, a small gym and outdoor sports grounds—basketball, handball, volleyball and football courts—as well as an athletics track are available.

Academic Facilities
The school provides classrooms and laboratories, a cinema hall and a library with more than 22,507 books (9,703 in the IB department).

Extra Curricular Facilities
All students are welcome to participate in various sports and non-sports activities after school hours on school premises such as MUN – Model United Nations, drama group, IB pop-rock band, school choir, yearbook, film group, debate club, etc. The list of those and times is posted at the beginning of each school year in the M corridor as well as the school web site.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP4 and MYP5) is implemented with eight subject groups. Approaches to Learning (ATL) are a central component, developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills students need for learning. The MYP culminates in a personal project in year 5. Students may be promoted directly to the IB Diploma Programme (DP) by meeting specific criteria, and the Diploma Programme is taught in English.

Arts & Creative
Extracurricular arts and creative activities are offered, including drama group, IB pop-rock band, school choir, yearbook, film group and debate club. The IB Arts subject group is part of the MYP curriculum, supporting creative development across disciplines.

Cultural & Language
The language policy states English is the language of instruction in both the MYP and the Diploma Programme. The school offers English and Croatian as languages A, and English B, Croatian B, German B and French B as language acquisition options, with Latin offered as an optional subject. Croatian citizens study Croatian as Language A, and foreign students may study Croatian as Language B.

Social & Hobbies
All students may participate in after-school extracurricular activities such as MUN, drama group, IB pop-rock band, school choir, yearbook, film group and debate club. The list of activities and times is posted at the beginning of each school year in the school corridors and on the school website.

Community & Service
Service and Action is a required component of the MYP. All students in MYP4 and MYP5 must participate and will be informed of their obligations. Students will not be promoted to the Diploma Programme if Service and Action requirements are not completed.

Leadership & Professional
The MYP is overseen by an MYP Coordinator as part of the school staff. There are three parent meetings throughout the school year for discussions with teachers and coordinators. Progression to the Diploma Programme requires meeting specified academic criteria and language requirements.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A dress code policy governs student attire. Attendance procedures outline excused and unexcused absences and the process for reporting them. After-school activities include sports and non-sports clubs, with monitors assisting in classroom order and student wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include Croatian and English. Non-language subjects are taught and examined in English. Group 1 includes Croatian A Literature and English A Literature; Group 2 includes English B, French B, and German B. Croatian as a foreign language is provided for international students, History and Geography in Croatian for Croatian citizens, and Latin is offered as an elective.

Bilingual Teaching
XV. gimnazija offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). Non-language subjects are taught and examined in English. Croatian A Literature and English A Literature are offered as Group 1 languages, while Group 2 languages include English B, French B, and German B. Croatian as a foreign language is provided for international students, History and Geography are taught in Croatian for Croatian citizens, and Latin is offered as an elective.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Admission to Year 1 IBMYP is implemented through the National Information System for application and enrolment in secondary schools (NISpuSŠ) at upisi.hr. The school welcomes all Croatian citizens, EU citizens and non-EU citizens who have completed at least eight years of elementary education, within the places allocated by the Ministry of Education. Tuition is set by the School Board in agreement with the founder. The language of instruction is English. The Ministry determines the annual number of Year 1 candidates, with the application period typically running from late May to mid July; exact dates are announced in the Official Gazette, in newspapers and on the school site.
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