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Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium

Lithuania, Vilnius

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Lithuanian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1915
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Lithuanian, English, French
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium is a historic secondary school in Vilnius, founded in 1915. It offers the International Baccalaureate programmes, including the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The Diploma Programme is taught in English to III–IV gymnasium students, using six subject groups with three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. The groups are Lithuanian Language and Literature; English Language and Literature; History or Psychology; the Sciences or IT; Mathematics; and a sixth group drawn from Arts, Sciences or IT. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge, an Extended Essay of 4000 words, and Creativity, Activity and Service, with 2–3 hours of CAS weekly. Admission reflects prior MYP work and achievements. The campus features laboratories, auditoriums, museums, and flexible spaces; on-site greenery; and active learning through projects, guest talks, and professional collaborations. The school also hosts a Gifted Students Club and intercultural exchanges.

Augustinų g. 8, Vilnius, LT-01127

The Essentials

Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium has instruction in Lithuanian, English.

Location
Address: Augustinų g. 8, Vilnius, LT-01127. The gymnasium is located in Vilnius, Lithuania. It was founded in 1915.

Stages
Secondary education programs (gymnasium level).

Type
Gymnasium (secondary school).

Additional learning support
Support for students with special educational needs is provided, including a social pedagogue; psychologists; a special education teacher; and teaching assistants.

Country affiliation
Lithuania

School day structure
School day starts at 8:05 and ends at 16:40. Nine instructional periods (0–8) run through the day with short breaks between periods and a longer break from 12:45 to 13:10.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
From September 1, 2021, meals for students are prepared on-site in the school cafeteria; student meals (including free meals) are provided. Staff meals are supplied by UAB Antrekotas. Student meals are organized in two ways: students may eat meals brought from home in classrooms at designated times, or meals prepared by cafeteria staff may be eaten in the school cafeteria.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a municipal general education school administered by Vilnius City Municipality.
Fees
Application fees
- There is no one‑time application or admission fee charged by Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium for enrolling into its general secondary education programmes; applications are submitted using the school's standard application forms.

Tuition fees (by year group and term)
- There is no tuition charged for instruction in state or municipal general education (primary, basic and secondary) at Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium. Education at state and municipal schools is provided without tuition charges under Lithuanian law.
- Notes on international diploma costs: the gymnasium was accredited to offer International Baccalaureate programmes from September 2026; students registered as IB Diploma candidates are subject to the International Baccalaureate Organization's registration and examination fees, which are billed in addition to regular (tuition‑free) schooling. Example: the IB May 2026 scale of fees shows a per‑subject examination charge in the order of USD 124 per subject (total for a full 6‑subject diploma candidate typically ranges into the low‑to‑mid four‑hundreds to mid‑hundreds of USD/EUR depending on whether all six subjects and core fees apply). These IB administrative/exam charges are set by the IBO and applied per candidate.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Compulsory instructional time is tuition‑free; fees that are charged (meals, optional services, excursions, paid extracurricular activities) are billed separately. Meal payments in Vilnius municipal schools are normally calculated per attended day and collected on a monthly basis according to Vilnius municipal rules; typical one‑day meal rates published for municipal schools are approximately EUR 6.20 per day for younger grades (1–4) and approximately EUR 6.30 per day for older pupils (5–12). Payment of meal fees is arranged under the Vilnius municipality payment rules and related regulations (meal fees are normally paid monthly).
- Optional paid services (extended‑day groups, clubs, special courses, school trips, voluntary study resources) are charged and invoiced in accordance with the school founder's (Vilnius municipality's) rules and the school's internal procedures; each such service is billed separately and payment deadlines are set on the relevant invoice or activity notification.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable: Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium does not operate boarding or dormitory accommodation for pupils. There are no boarding charges for the gymnasium.

Other costs and typical items parents pay for
- Meals: daily meal charges as noted above (EUR 6.20–EUR 6.30 per day as a municipal reference rate); paid according to attendance and invoiced monthly.
- School trips and excursions: costs for transport, entrance fees and external activity providers are charged per trip and invoiced separately to participating pupils' families.
- Extracurricular clubs / paid optional activities: fees for after‑school clubs or special courses that are beyond the free core curriculum are charged separately and billed according to the activity schedule.
- Textbooks and learning materials: state funding covers core textbooks in line with national rules; parents commonly cover consumable materials, personal stationery, and certain specialist materials where indicated by the school. Procurement and provision of textbooks is managed through the school's budget and procurement procedures.
- IB Diploma candidate costs: registration and examination fees charged by the IBO (example: subject fee approximately USD 124 per subject for May 2026 session) are applied to Diploma candidates and billed in addition to any school activity charges.

Refund information
- Meal‑and‑service refunds and credits: where a paid service (for example daily meals) is not provided because of school closure, extended remote learning, or other regulated circumstances, the paid amount is credited or refunded in accordance with the applicable legal and municipal rules; similarly, refunds or pro rata credits for paid services follow the procedures and timeframes set out in the municipal / national regulations.
- Refunds for voluntary services or cancellations (extracurricular activities, trips) are handled according to the terms published for each activity; reimbursement conditions (deadlines, retention rates for costs already incurred) are specified on the activity invoice or the service's accepted terms.

Fee payment options and practical details
- Primary payment method for official school receipts is bank transfer to the gymnasium's account; the gymnasium publishes its bank account details for payments and donations (school account and IBAN are listed in the school's budget/finance information). Use the payment reference required on the invoice when transferring funds.
- Additional payment channels used by Vilnius municipal schools (for rentals, bookings and some services) include the municipality's online platforms where applicable (for facility rental and event payments). Specific payment methods accepted for each fee (card, bank transfer, in‑person or online platform) are indicated on the relevant invoice or activity notice.

If an exact invoice or fee schedule for a particular optional service (IB exam charges, a specific school trip, club subscription) is required, the school issues that figure on the activity invoice or candidate invoice; the school's finance contact and the account information are published in the gymnasium's budget/contacts information.
Academics

Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP).

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) for III–IV gymnasium students. The Diploma Programme is taught in English. It comprises six subject groups: Group 1 Lithuanian Language and Literature; Group 2 English Language and Literature; Group 3 History or Psychology; Group 4 Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Computer Science (IT); Group 5 Mathematics; Group 6 History, Psychology, Computer Science (IT), Physics, Chemistry or Biology. Students choose one subject from each group, with three subjects at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL), HL totaling 240 hours and SL 150 hours over the two-year course. The DP core consists of Theory of Knowledge (TOK) (100 hours), Extended Essay (EE) of 4000 words, and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) requiring 2–3 hours per week. Admission to DP considers prior IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) study and related achievements.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium maintains a safe, cooperative, focused, proactive and benevolent school community. Students and staff are confident in their abilities and proud of the school. Educators deliver integrated lessons that go beyond the subject matter to develop life skills through active teaching methods, including group work, projects and laboratory activities. International student-initiated events and exchanges develop intercultural dialogue and broaden worldviews. Parents are an integral part of the community, participating in positive parenting academies and attending events. The social-emotional micro-climate is based on peaceful communication, cooperation, openness and respect so that all community members feel accepted, safe and welcome.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The gymnasium provides inclusive education and supports students with special educational needs. It uses inclusive education approaches and universal design for learning to accommodate diverse learners. A simplified tool is used to work with students with special educational needs. Teachers participate in professional development on inclusive education and social-emotional learning to strengthen everyday practice. An inclusive education framework guides planning and teaching to promote accessibility and participation for all students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The gymnasium offers bilingual learning opportunities and English as a foreign language. English is taught as part of the foreign language offerings within the program. The school implements the Middle Years Programme (MYP) as a framework and prepares students for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or national exams. The MYP brochure indicates bilingual learning possibilities and foreign language study, including English.

Mental Wellbeing
The gymnasium is committed to mental wellbeing and a safe, supportive environment. Educators provide integrated lessons that cultivate life skills and personal and professional development. Learning includes intercultural dialogue and international exchanges that support social-emotional growth. The social-emotional micro-climate is based on peaceful communication, cooperation, openness and respect, so all community members feel accepted, safe and welcome.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a safe environment for students and staff. A bullying reporting channel (Patyčių dėžutė) is available for confidential reporting. Parents are an integral part of the gymnasium community and participate in safeguarding-oriented activities and events. The school emphasizes health, safety, tolerance and a respectful community as part of its safeguarding and well-being framework.
Parent Experience

History
The gymnasium was established on October 9, 1915 as Vilnius Lithuanian Gymnasium, with J. Basanavičius, M. Biržiška and P. Gaidelionis involved and M. Biržiška serving as director. On December 1, 1918 the Education Ministry renamed it Pirmąja Vilniaus vyrų gimnazija and moved it to premises now used by the Vilnius Music Academy. On August 22, 1921 it was renamed Vytauto Didžiojo vardu. In 1940 the gymnasium was divided into two parts: the boys retained Vytauto Didžiojo vardas while the girls' section became Birutės vardo gimnazija. On September 1, 2005 Vilniaus Antano Vienuolio gimnazija was reorganized into Vilniaus Antano Vienuolio pagrindinė mokykla and Vilniaus Vytauto Didžiojo gimnazija.

Community
Vilnius Vytautas Magnus Gymnasium is the first Lithuanian gymnasium, founded in 1915 by M. Biržiška, J. Basanavičius and P. Gaidelionis. The school community is safe, cooperative, focused, proactive and benevolent, and students are proud to be witnesses and chroniclers of a century of history. Sixty-six highly competent teachers strive to make learning spaces meaningful, using active teaching methods, group work, projects and interdisciplinary approaches, often in non-traditional spaces such as museums and high school auditoriums. International student-initiated events and exchanges develop intercultural dialogue, and the gymnasium implements international initiatives aligned with European models.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents are an integral part of the gymnasium community. Their cooperation enriches the relationship between students and parents and helps achieve better learning results. Aware parents willingly spend their time together, studying in positive parenting academies. They attend parent events, meetings and community celebrations.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Multi-functional, aesthetically designed spaces inspire creativity and are refreshed by students' contributions. On-campus greenery provides a calming environment. Integrated lessons emphasize personal and professional development through active teaching methods, group work, projects, and laboratory work. Classes are held in auditoriums, museums, and other non-traditional spaces, with meetings from professionals broadening students' thinking. Gifted Students Club supports high-achieving students in preparing for national and international competitions, and students can stage events at venues such as Vilnius City Hall or Siemens Arena, while international exchanges foster intercultural dialogue. Over the next five years, renovations will create a cozy and functional environment, including recreation and self-study rooms, reconstruction of the assembly hall and roof, and space for additional classrooms and a playground.

Academic Facilities
Laboratories support practical science work. Classes are held in auditoriums, museums and other non-traditional spaces. Integrated and interdisciplinary lessons are emphasized, using active teaching methods, group work, and projects. Meetings with specialists from various fields broaden students' knowledge and perspectives.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Gifted Students Club prepares high-achieving students for national and international competitions and Olympiads, and students work with researchers from various fields. Students have freedom to design event programs and propose ideas, with events staged at venues like Vilnius City Hall or Siemens Arena, making national celebrations more ceremonial and engaging for youth. Postmodern students explore activities such as body design, contemporary dance, electronic music creation, and journalism, guided by leaders who help develop standout skills. Student-initiated events and exchanges develop intercultural dialogue with other schools in Lithuania and abroad.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Gifted Students Club has been established to prepare members for national and international competitions and Olympiads, enabling deeper study in core subjects and collaboration with scientists from diverse fields. The Riga–Tallinn–Vilnius Olympiad has included VVDG participants since 1987, bringing together top mathematics, physics, and chemistry students from Riga, Tallinn, and Vilnius; since 2008, students from Sweden, Finland, and Russia have joined. This culture of academic competition encourages high achievement and provides opportunities to pursue challenging contests.

Arts & Creative
The school has the Fortūna mixed choir, which performs in national student choral events. Students have creative freedom to design event programs and propose ideas, with productions sometimes taking place beyond the gym in venues such as Vilnius City Hall and the Siemens Arena. The school also supports artistic exploration through body design, contemporary dance, electronic music creation, journalism, and other creative activities.

Cultural & Language
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and maintains an international network. Students participate in international events and exchanges to foster intercultural dialogue and cosmopolitan perspectives. The IB programme and intercultural activities prepare students for global citizenship.

Social & Hobbies
The Aš galiu week allows students to showcase their talents in various spaces around the school, turning breaks into street-music days with music, baked goods, and student art. Valentine's Day and Vytauto's name day are celebrated with activities organized by student groups. Spartakiada 'Draugystės taurė' brings together school athletes for competition in various sports.

Leadership & Professional
The student council is led by a student president elected by the student body. The Gifted Students Club develops leadership and research skills by preparing students for national and international contests. Students are encouraged to lead initiatives, propose event ideas, and collaborate with external partners.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
An emotionally safe environment is fostered through community agreements. The Green School program promotes sustainability and community well-being. VVDG creates spaces for work, rest, and learning. Digitalized learning content and its forms support modern learning and well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Lithuanian language and literature is taught in Lithuanian; English is taught as a foreign language within the school's curriculum, and English language and literature is a dedicated group in the IB Diploma Programme; the first foreign language offered is English, with a second foreign language available as French or German, and Spanish is available in the 2026–2027 academic year. The Diploma Programme is structured with groups including Lithuanian language and literature and English language and literature, reflecting bilingual elements in instruction.

Bilingual Teaching
The Diploma Programme is taught in English, with Lithuanian language classes.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application to the gymnasium through the Vilniaus miesto savivaldybės administruojamą elektroninę prašymų teikimo į mokyklas sistemą (svietimas.vilnius.lt). Applications to all Vilnius city schools are submitted through this system. This electronic system is the official channel for applying to Vilnius city schools. Follow the system's prompts to complete and submit the application. 2. Before using the admissions system, familiarize yourself with the Priėmimo į mokyklas tvarka (Admissions Rules) and the Dažniausiai užduodami klausimai (Frequently Asked Questions) published by the Vilniaus miesto savivaldybė. Check in the Mokyklų žemėlapiai (School Maps) which Vilniaus miesto mokyklai your residence is assigned to. 3. The VVDG Admissions Committee is chaired by Elza Griškevič. Contact: priemimokomisija.vvdg@gmail.com; +370 656 22470. 4. For general admissions inquiries, use VVDG contact details: Adresas (address) Augustinų g. 8, Vilnius, LT-01127; El. paštas (email) rastine@vvdg.lt; Tel. (phones) +370 5 279 13 05 and +370 670 69565; Darbo laikas (office hours) 8.00–17.00.
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