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Saulės Gojus

Lithuania, Vilnius

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Lithuanian, English
Fees €7,600 - 8,820
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 230
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Spanish, German
Typical class size 17
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Saulės Gojus is a private school in Vilnius offering bilingual education in Lithuanian and English for students from kindergarten to age 18. The bespoke curriculum centres on developing the competence to learn through a coherent pathway. In primary, learning is integrated through thematic content and projects that connect knowledge to real-life contexts. In secondary, study is self-directed, with lessons and independent work guided by mentors. English is used as an everyday learning tool and a language of instruction for parts of the curriculum under CLIL, with a second foreign language available from grade 5. A team (special educator, psychologist, speech and language therapist, social educator) supports diverse needs. The timetable includes weekly theatre, chess, IT and aikido, with learning communities and clubs that emphasise collaboration and intercultural communication. The school fosters independence and creativity, hosting Morning Circles and Learning Labs and promoting wellbeing through Zippys Friends and outdoor camps too.

Šeimyniškių g. 21B, Vilnius, 09236 Vilniaus m. sav., Lithuania

The Essentials

Saulės Gojus has 230 pupils, typical class sizes of 17, instruction in Lithuanian, English.

Location
The school is located in the centre of Vilnius, Lithuania. It serves children from pre-primary through secondary education.

Stages
Pre-primary, primary and secondary education are offered.

Type
Private school.

Additional learning support
Educational support is provided by a team including a special educator, a psychologist, a speech and language therapist and a social educator, who help students with learning, emotional and social challenges. The special educator adapts the curriculum and provides guidance to teachers and parents; the psychologist supports emotional well-being and bullying prevention; the speech and language therapist supports language development; the social educator supports social and behavioural well-being.

School day structure
Day begins at 7:30 with early morning activities, breakfast at 8:00 and a morning assembly at 8:30. Lessons start around 9:00 with language development and self-directed learning, a lunch at 12:30, and after-school activities continuing until 18:30.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Meal services are provided. Meals include breakfast, lunch, second lunch, evening snack, and fruits/vegetables, with vegetarian and allergy-friendly options available. The Meal Charge is 9.50 EUR per day.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by UAB Ateities Laboratorija. The governance framework includes a School Council (Mokyklos taryba) and founders (Mokyklos steigėjais) involved in approving the education plan.
Fees

Annual tuition at Saulės Gojus ranges from EUR 7,600 to EUR 8,820 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fee

- Admission fee: EUR 350 — one-off, non-refundable, payable when a child is accepted for enrolment.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts, frequency, annual totals)

- Pre‑school (priešmokyklinė klasė): EUR 710 per month. Payments: 12 payments per year. Annual total (standard): EUR 8,520 (710 × 12). A reduced monthly amount after Vilnius City Municipality compensation is EUR 590 per month (annual total EUR 7,080).

- Primary school (pradinė mokykla): EUR 735 per month, billed as 10 payments per year. Annual total: EUR 7,350 (735 × 10).

- Lower/Basic school (pagrindinė mokykla): EUR 790 per month, billed as 10 payments per year. Annual total: EUR 7,900 (790 × 10).

- Private kindergarten (where applicable): EUR 640 per month, billed as 12 payments per year. Annual total: EUR 7,680 (640 × 12). The municipal reimbursement reduces the effective monthly price to EUR 520 for eligible families.

One‑off / annual additional mandatory fees

- Educational materials fee (one‑off annual):
- Pre‑school: EUR 200 (per year).
- Primary school: EUR 300 (per year).
- Basic/main school: EUR 400 (per year).
These cover e‑diary/licenses, textbooks, workbooks, art and practical materials, and in‑city excursions/educational programmes.

Meal charges and billing for catering

- Meal charge: EUR 9.50 per day. The meal fee is calculated at the end of each month based on the child's actual days of attendance and charged accordingly. The same per‑day rate applies to special menus (vegetarian or allergy‑specific).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Primary and basic/main school: 10 payments per academic year (monthly instalments across the billed months; total as above).
- Pre‑school and kindergarten: 12 monthly payments per year (monthly across the whole year).
- Meal charges are billed monthly at month end based on attendance.
- Educational materials fee is invoiced once per school year.
- Fees for optional extracurricular clubs/after‑school activities are payable separately and arranged directly with the activity leader; these are not included in the standard tuition charge.

Sibling discounts

- Second child from the same family attending a lower educational level: 10% discount on the tuition fee.
- Third and subsequent children attending a lower educational level: 15% discount on the tuition fee.

Boarding / residential provision

- Boarding is not offered. The school and kindergarten operate as day programmes with supervised hours (examples: kindergarten supervision on weekdays from 07:30 to 18:30).

Other costs and typical extras

- Excursions outside Vilnius and out‑of‑country trips: billed separately as required.
- Fees for optional extra‑curricular activities and some specialist services (e.g., individual therapy or private specialist consultations) are charged in addition to tuition and arranged separately.
- Accident insurance for pupils is included in the tuition charge.

Refund information

- The admission fee (EUR 350) is explicitly one‑off and non‑refundable. No other fees are described as refundable in the stated fee schedules.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Bank transfer is accepted — the school's bank details are provided for payments (Luminor Bank AS Lietuvos skyrius, IBAN: LT674010051005540800).
- Payment of tuition, materials and other billed items is made according to the invoicing schedule described above.

Notes on optional services and invoicing

- Optional clubs, additional private lessons, or certain out‑of‑city/abroad excursions will generate separate invoices and must be paid in accordance with the arrangements made for those activities. Meal charges are reconciled and billed monthly according to attendance.
Academics

Saulės Gojus teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The school provides a coherent, personalised education centred on developing the competence to learn. Students deepen academic knowledge and develop 21st‑century competences, including the ability to learn, critical thinking and intercultural communication. The education is based on self-directed learning, with classroom lessons, seminars and independent work. It uses a self-directed learning system that mirrors university work, with learning monitoring tools and mentors to support progress. The bilingual model uses English as an everyday learning tool and a language of instruction for parts of the curriculum under CLIL.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Every day, children learn to recognise and express their feelings, understand the emotions of others and resolve disagreements peacefully. The school encourages empathy and sharing to build strong, respectful relationships.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school employs education-support specialists—a special educator, a psychologist, a speech therapist and a social educator—to help pupils overcome learning, emotional and social challenges. They support teachers, address social, emotional and behavioral issues, mediate conflicts, run anti-bullying and violence prevention programs, and cooperate with institutions when a pupil's welfare is at risk.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught from early days using immersion and the school is bilingual, with English as a daily language of communication and instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
The program focuses on emotional well‑being, helping children recognise and handle their emotions, develop empathy and strengthen their communication with others.

Safeguarding
A child welfare committee oversees safeguarding and welfare-related processes, with formal policies governing its formation and duties.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Saulės Gojus school is a private institution in Vilnius offering bilingual education in Lithuanian and English from kindergarten onward. Primary learning is based on integrated thematic content and projects to provide a holistic, real-life understanding of the world. The daily timetable includes weekly lessons in theatre, chess, IT and aikido alongside core subjects. In secondary school, learning is organized around self-directed study with classroom lessons, seminars and independent work guided by mentors. The school fosters independence, creativity and collaboration, preparing students to become responsible future adults.

Academic Facilities
Educational support is provided by a team of professionals including a special educator, a psychologist, a speech and language therapist and a social educator who help students overcome learning, emotional and social challenges. The special educator adapts curricula and teaching materials to the individual needs of each student and conducts sessions. The psychologist assists with emotional and educational issues and runs bullying-prevention programmes and crisis support. The speech and language therapist helps with pronunciation and language difficulties, including dyslexia and dysgraphia, and tailors tasks to individual needs. The social pedagogue supports students' social well-being, mediates conflicts and promotes an inclusive learning environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school includes weekly lessons in theatre, chess, IT and aikido in the primary timetable. In secondary school, English is a daily learning tool and CLIL-based activities extend learning in English; students can take a second foreign language (French, Spanish or German) from grade 5. The school also hosts events and learning communities such as Morning Circles, Knowledge Circles, Learning Labs, Firms and celebrations.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses a self-directed learning system in the secondary years, combining classroom lessons, seminars and independent work. Students take responsibility for their own learning, set goals, plan activities and reflect on progress with the support of personal mentors. The approach develops the competence to learn, critical thinking and collaboration in a bilingual environment.

Arts & Creative
The school has teachers who sing, play and dance, inspiring students through creative engagement. This fosters an environment where artistic expression and creativity are encouraged.

Cultural & Language
The school is bilingual, with English used alongside Lithuanian as languages of instruction; English is used in daily life and extra-curricular activities. From grade 5 onwards, students may choose a second foreign language (French, Spanish or German) and learn through interactive activities, dialogues and virtual journeys. Choosing a second foreign language gives students exposure to new cultures and broadens their horizons.

Social & Hobbies
English becomes a natural means of communication in daily routines and extra-curricular activities, including Morning Circles, Knowledge Circles, Learning Labs and Firms. The school also hosts debates in English among secondary school students to develop critical thinking and public speaking.

Community & Service
Community life includes Community Day and the end-of-year Fair of Nations and Cultures. Knowledge Club offers opportunities to explore topics beyond the curriculum and learn about ourselves and the world. The school places emphasis on civic and community awareness and mutual support.

Leadership & Professional
Self-directed learning is supported by personal mentors who monitor progress. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning, set goals, plan activities and reflect on their progress, developing independence and collaboration skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school participates in the Zippy's Friends program to promote child mental health and well-being. At the end of the school year, the school organizes an aikido or sports camp. Outdoor activities and excursions are an integral part of student life.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English and Lithuanian as core languages. From grade 5, students can choose a second foreign language: French, Spanish or German. Non-formal education offers language clubs with English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian.

Bilingual Teaching
Saulės Gojus is a bilingual establishment in Lithuanian and English. English is taught through the Immersion method from kindergarten, following a 'one person, one language' approach. In primary school, English is a natural means of communication in daily activities and events, and is used in Morning Circles, Knowledge Circles, Learning Labs, Firms and celebrations. In secondary school, English becomes a daily learning tool and a working language alongside Lithuanian, with five English lessons per week and some academic activities conducted in English using CLIL.

Immersion Programs
English is learned using the Immersion method from an early age, with daily interactions and activities in English. The 'one person, one language' principle is followed to support natural language acquisition. In secondary school, CLIL is used in some academic activities, reinforcing the immersion approach. A second foreign language is available from grade 5 onwards (French, Spanish or German).
Admissions

Admissions
Admission to Saulės Gojus School begins with an individual interview with the parents of the student, organized by the manager of the relevant educational level. The interview informs the parents about the school's educational model, philosophy, cooperation principles, internal procedures, prices and other important aspects. If the child has special educational needs, the situation and the school's capacity to meet them are discussed. In some cases, the child is invited to the interview and, if deemed necessary, the parents are asked to allow the child to spend a few days in the classroom. Students are admitted to Saulės Gojus Secondary School after a motivational interview and an assessment of its results. Pre-primary admission may include a short one-to-one meeting with the teacher or an adaptation day in a group to help the child get to know the environment. After enrolment has been arranged, the necessary forms are completed, the enrolment fee paid, the education contract signed and the supporting documents submitted. To arrange a meeting, contact Tel.
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