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Bellementary by Jingle Bells Family

Czech Republic, Prague

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Czech, English
Fees CZK 312,000
Ages 1 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Czech, English, Japanese, German
Strengths Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Elementary
Introduction

Bellementary by Jingle Bells Family is a bilingual Czech–English elementary programme for children aged 6 to 11, offered within the Czech education framework. The course blends elements of the British National Curriculum with Czech Basic School requirements and is recognised by the Czech system. Most subjects are taught in English, while the programme is fully bilingual and requires a basic knowledge of English. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení at the end of each term. The school day runs 08:30 to 15:00, with at least two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks; after 15:00, afternoon clubs are available until 17:00. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, individual and team projects, and role-playing activities. Additional subjects include Japanese and German, with a range of clubs and Friday educational trips that connect learning to Prague's museums, galleries, and nature locations and experiences.

Mickiewiczova 240/15, Praha 6 - Hradčany, Prague, Czech Republic

The Essentials

Bellementary by Jingle Bells Family has instruction in Czech, English.

Location
Prague, Czech Republic. Jingle Bells Hradčanská, Mickiewiczova 240/15, Praha 6 – Hradčany. Housed in a historic villa by Prague Castle, with a garden and a playground; easily reached by Green Line metro and major tram lines.

Stages
Elementary (Grades 1–5), ages 6–11.

Country affiliation
Czech Republic (affiliated with the Czech education system; pupils are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení).

School day structure
School hours are 08:30–15:00 with at least two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks. After 15:00, students may join afternoon clubs and stay until 17:00; two one-hour outdoor free-play sessions occur daily.

Bus service
Náměstí Míru shuttle service to Hradčanská for children aged 3–6; in the morning teachers escort students on Tram 22 from Náměstí Míru to Hradčanská; at the end of the day students return by tram with their teachers.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Lunch and two snacks are provided during the school day.

Governance and Ownership
Childcare services are provided by Jingle Bells Family s.r.o.; IC: 11743760.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bellementary by Jingle Bells Family ranges from CZK 312,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- There is no registration/application fee. CZK 0.

Tuition fees (monthly rates) — Nursery, Preschool & Elementary

- Tuition is charged as monthly rates that apply to Nursery, Preschool and Elementary (Grades 1–5). CZK amounts below are monthly.

- Attendance: Half day (08:00–13:00)
- 5 days/week — CZK 22,000 per month.
- 4 days/week — CZK 18,400 per month.
- 3 days/week — CZK 14,400 per month.
- 2 days/week — CZK 10,000 per month.
- 1 day/week — CZK 5,200 per month.

- Attendance: Short day (08:00–15:00)
- 5 days/week — CZK 24,000 per month.
- 4 days/week — CZK 20,000 per month.
- 3 days/week — CZK 15,600 per month.
- 2 days/week — CZK 10,800 per month.
- 1 day/week — CZK 5,600 per month.

- Attendance: Full day (08:00–17:00)
- 5 days/week — CZK 26,000 per month.
- 4 days/week — CZK 21,600 per month.
- 3 days/week — CZK 16,800 per month.
- 2 days/week — CZK 11,600 per month.
- 1 day/week — CZK 6,000 per month.

- Attendance: Full day plus (08:00–18:20)
- 5 days/week — CZK 29,000 per month.
- 4 days/week — CZK 24,000 per month.
- 3 days/week — CZK 18,600 per month.
- 2 days/week — CZK 12,800 per month.
- 1 day/week — CZK 6,600 per month.

Tuition fees by term / per year group

- Fees are published as monthly rates that cover Nursery, Preschool and Elementary; there is no separate published fee table by individual elementary year group (Grades 1–5). The school offers the same set of monthly attendance rates across these programmes.

- The school offers payment-frequency discounts rather than per-term price listings: paying twice per year receives a 3% discount; paying annually receives a 5% discount. A 5% sibling discount is applied where applicable. When enrolling, the final month's fee is collected in advance as a deposit. These adjustments affect total term/year payments but exact per-term totals depend on the number of months in the school's defined term(s).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment frequency options: monthly billing, twice per year (3% discount), or annual payment (5% discount).

- Deposit: the final month's fee is required in advance as a deposit at enrolment.

- Fee adjustments: fees may be updated once per academic year (typically at the start of the school year) to reflect inflation/economic changes.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; no boarding fees apply. The school's programmes and fees are presented for day attendance only.

Other costs and optional fees

- Afternoon Club (for non-Jingle Bells students):
- 13:00–17:00 (4 hours) — CZK 1,000 per session.
- 14:00–17:00 (3 hours) — CZK 750 per session.
- 15:00–17:00 (2 hours) — CZK 500 per session.
- Afternoon snack is included in these prices. Special offer: buy 10 sessions and get the 11th free.

- Afternoon clubs for enrolled Bellementary students are included in the tuition (no extra charge).

- Toddler-parent activities (charges where applicable):
- Morning classes (Toddler Music & Toddler Gym 09:30–10:30) — CZK 200 per session.
- Afternoon Toddler Club (15:00–17:00) — CZK 400 per session.

- Summer city camp (dates published):
- 1 week half-day (08:00–13:00) — CZK 7,000.
- 1 week full-day (08:00–17:00) — CZK 8,000.
- Discounts: 10% discount for bookings of 4 weeks or more; 5% sibling discount.

- Uniforms, book fees, extracurricular-specific charges, or other mandatory one-off costs are not itemised in the published fee schedule. Parents should note that the monthly tuition is stated to include activities and meals.

Refund information

- No separate refund policy is published in the fee schedule. The fee schedule notes the deposit requirement (final month's fee in advance) and that fees may be adjusted annually; specific refund terms are not itemised in the published fee information.

Fee payment methods

- Published billing options specify payment frequency (monthly, twice-yearly, annual) and discounts but do not list specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer or credit card) in the fee schedule. Contact the school directly to confirm accepted payment methods.

Summary / notes on coverage

- The published fee schedule available for the academic year 2025/26 lists monthly tuition rates that apply across Nursery, Preschool and Elementary, with the detailed monthly amounts shown above. It also specifies discounts for twice-yearly and annual payments, sibling discounts, the deposit requirement, afternoon-club pricing for non-students, and summer camp prices. The published material does not provide separate per-year-group (Grade 1–5) fee tables, explicit per-term totals, a detailed refund policy, or the accepted methods of payment.
Academics

Bellementary by Jingle Bells Family teaches British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 11.

Curriculum
Bellementary is a bilingual elementary programme for children aged 6–11 (Grades 1–5) combining elements of the British National Curriculum with Czech Basic School requirements. The programme is fully bilingual (Czech–English) and most subjects are taught in English, with a basic knowledge of English required. The curriculum is primarily taught in English and covers a broad range of academic and creative subjects, and is recognised by the Czech education system. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení at the end of each term. The daily schedule runs from 08:30 to 15:00, with at least two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks; after 15:00, students can join afternoon clubs and stay until 17:00. The programme emphasizes hands-on learning with individual and team projects, role-playing activities, and learning by doing, and offers additional subjects such as Japanese and German and various clubs, with afternoon clubs included at no extra cost.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes enable individual attention.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides Empathy lessons for younger students to recognise and understand their own emotions and the feelings of others. Developing emotional intelligence is an essential part of growing up and supports wellbeing and relationships. The Bellementary program is fully bilingual (Czech–English) and focuses on communication, individual strengths, and learning together as a community, which supports social and emotional development. The program offers a supportive and inspiring environment where children feel confident, curious and motivated to learn.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum is primarily taught in English and covers a broad range of academic and creative subjects. English is used across most of the curriculum. The program is bilingual Czech–English and is open to both Czech and International families. A basic knowledge of English is required for enrollment.

Mental Wellbeing
Children enjoy two one-hour outdoor free-play sessions every day, supporting both physical health and emotional wellbeing. Every Friday, students explore Prague and its surroundings through educational trips to museums and art galleries, historical and cultural sites, nature locations, and sports and activity centres.
Parent Experience

History
Bellementary is offered by Jingle Bells Family as part of its Early Learning and Elementary Education program. It grew from a parent-led learning community of Jingle Bells families seeking a modern, fully bilingual Czech–English environment focused on communication, individual strengths and learning together as a community. Today, it builds on these values in a supportive, inspiring environment open to Czech and International families, with a basic knowledge of English required because most subjects are taught in English. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení at the end of each term; lessons run 08:30–15:00 with two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks, and after 15:00 they may join afternoon clubs until 17:00.

Community
Bellementary is open to both Czech and International families. It originated from a parent-led learning community of Jingle Bells families seeking a modern, bilingual Czech–English program that emphasizes communication and community learning. The program includes two one-hour outdoor free-play sessions daily and Friday educational trips to museums, galleries, historical and cultural sites, nature locations, and activity centers. All clubs are included for Bellementary students, with activities such as cooking, art, engineering and music, and students may stay at school until 17:00.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Bellementary Bilingual Elementary Programme serves children aged 6–11 (Grades 1–5) and blends elements of the British National Curriculum with Czech Basic School requirements. The program is fully bilingual (Czech–English), with most subjects taught in English and a focus on communication, individual strengths and learning in a community. It is open to both Czech and International families, with small class sizes that provide individual attention. The daily schedule runs 08:30–15:00, including at least two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks; after 15:00, afternoon clubs run until 17:00 at no extra cost. Physical Education is held at the local Sokol gym, five minutes from the school, and two daily outdoor free-play sessions support physical development and wellbeing, with educational trips on Fridays to museums, galleries, nature locations and more. Homeschoolers are welcome to join selected lessons or Friday trips.

Sports Facilities
Physical Education classes take place at the local Sokol gym, a five-minute walk from the school. This proximity supports regular, structured physical activity as part of the curriculum. Tennis is offered as an optional subject under our additional subjects. Two daily outdoor free-play sessions reinforce physical development alongside organized lessons.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is primarily taught in English and covers Mathematics, Czech Language, English Language, Craft & Design, Introduction to Science, Science, Art, Computer Science, Humanities, Empathy, Drama, and Physical Education. It is recognised by the Czech education system. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení at the end of each term. The program emphasises hands-on learning with individual and team projects, role-playing activities and plenty of opportunities to learn by doing. The daily schedule runs 08:30–15:00 with at least two hours of outdoor time, lunch and two snacks.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Two one-hour outdoor free-play sessions occur daily, supporting physical health and wellbeing. Afternoon clubs include cooking, art, engineering projects and music, all included for Bellementary students with no extra fees. Additional subjects offered are Japanese language, German language and Tennis. Every Friday, educational trips take place across Prague and beyond to museums, galleries, historical and cultural sites, nature locations and sports centers. Homeschoolers are welcome to join selected lessons or Friday trips.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Bellementary is a bilingual elementary program for ages 6–11 (grades 1–5) combining the British National Curriculum with Czech requirements. The program is taught primarily in English and welcomes both Czech and international families. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení.

Arts & Creative
Craft & Design develops fine motor skills and complements academic study. Art is a central part of the curriculum, encouraging creativity. Drama helps older students express themselves and build confidence.

Cultural & Language
The program is bilingual Czech–English and open to Czech and international families. Most subjects are taught in English, with Japanese and German offered as optional languages. Weekly trips to museums, galleries, and historical sites broaden learning.

Social & Hobbies
Afternoon clubs run after 15:00 with no extra payment, including cooking, art, engineering and music. Two daily hours of outdoor time support health and wellbeing. Friday trips explore Prague and its surroundings.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Two one-hour outdoor free-play sessions occur daily. Lessons include at least two hours of outdoor time each day. Educational trips enhance wellbeing and curiosity.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include Czech Language and Literature, English Language, Japanese language, and German language. The curriculum is primarily taught in English, with Czech language instruction tailored to each child's age and level. Children are registered as homeschoolers with Základní škola Hartmanice and receive an official Czech vysvědčení at the end of each term.

Bilingual Teaching
Bellementary is a bilingual elementary programme for children aged 6–11 (Grades 1–5) that combines elements of the British National Curriculum with the Czech Basic School requirements. The programme is fully bilingual Czech–English and open to both Czech and international families. A basic knowledge of English is required, as most subjects are taught in English. Thanks to small class sizes, each child receives individual attention while developing independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

Immersion Programs
Bellementary provides a fully bilingual Czech–English immersion environment. English is used across most of the curriculum. Czech language and literature are taught in alignment with the Czech education system. The program prepares children to learn across disciplines in both languages.
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