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Compass School - Budva Campus

Montenegro, Budva

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Russian
Fees €4,900
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Chinese National Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Serbian
Typical class size 12
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Compass School Budva Campus delivers the Chinese National Curriculum and, at the Budva site, combines two education systems: a traditional classroom program aligned with FGOS (Russian Federal State Educational Standards) and an individualized learning route. Classes are small, with 10–12 students per class, and there is a strong emphasis on intensive English study with five lessons per week, ongoing assessments, and support from a psychologist and a speech therapist. The school day is organized into three blocks: Academic (3–4 lessons per day), Development (music, creativity, psychologist-led sessions, theatre, and a reading room), and Free Time (board games, socializing, and outdoor activities). The curriculum includes activities such as chess, robotics, drawing, cooking, and theatre, plus regular excursions around Montenegro and integrated foreign-language study. The Senior School Budva hosts a Physics–Mathematics–IT department and offers 19 directions and specializations, including mathematics, IT, biology and medicine, art, psychology, and economics. Electives, master classes, and an inter-school project conference reinforce student research and university preparation.

Primary/kindergarten: central Budva (large separate building); Secondary/senior school: Budva, Mainsky put (Будва, Майнский пут), ~100 m from the "Parma" landmark (building along the river); Centre/office: Hotel Hec Residence, Pržno

The Essentials

Compass School - Budva Campus has typical class sizes of 12, instruction in Russian.

Location
Budva, Montenegro. The Budva campus is located on Mainski Put, about 100 meters down from Parma; the building runs along the river. A transfer service is available.

Stages
Primary School (Budva) and Middle/High School (Budva).

Additional learning support
Regular psychologist and speech therapist support.

School day structure
Each day consists of three balanced blocks. The Academic part includes 3-4 lessons of 40 minutes each and five English lessons per week. The Developing part includes music, creativity, psychology trainings, and theatre, with a reading room; Free time includes board games and outdoor time by the sea and park.

Bus service
Transfer
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Meals are provided on site as part of the school day. There is a canteen on site for students.

Governance and Ownership
Compass is a large education center in Montenegro, comprising four buildings and more than 300 students and teachers.
Fees

Annual tuition at Compass School - Budva Campus ranges from EUR 4,900 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees
- No separate application, registration, or acceptance fee is published for Compass School — Budva Campus in the school's publicly available fee information.

Tuition — annual and per-instalment
- Annual tuition for the full-day standard programme (school day 09:00–15:20) is EUR 4,900 per pupil.
- The school's stated billing arrangement divides tuition into nine equal instalments. Based on the stated annual fee, this equals nine equal payments of EUR 544.44 each (EUR 4,900 ÷ 9 = EUR 544.44). The EUR 544.44 figure is a calculation from the published annual fee and the school's stated nine-part payment division.
- The published fee is presented as the cost for the full educational programme rather than as a differentiated schedule by year group; no separate per-year-group tuition amounts are published. Therefore the single annual rate of EUR 4,900 applies to the school's standard full-day programme.

Tuition broken down by term / term-equivalent
- The school specifies payment is split into nine instalments rather than a conventional three-term billing schedule. There are nine equal instalments of EUR 544.44 each across the billing cycle (see calculation above). No separate ‘per term' (e.g., autumn/spring/summer) fee table by year group is published.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing is arranged as nine equal instalments for the academic cycle. The school's academic year runs from 10 September to 26 May, which corresponds to the nine-payment structure. Specific due dates for each instalment, deposit amounts, late-payment penalties, or contract terms are not published in the fee information made publicly available.

Boarding fees
- The Budva campus is described as a day programme; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published. Boarding is not indicated as an available option for the Budva campus.

Other costs and fees
- Meals (school lunches) are charged separately from tuition. The school operates an on-site kitchen and dining service; the cost for catering is listed as an additional charge to tuition.
- Extracurricular activities and after-school clubs provided by the school's additional-education centre are charged separately from the tuition fee; these activities (after 15:30 and at weekends) incur additional fees. Specific prices for individual clubs, activities, or extended-care sessions are not published.
- Common additional costs (not published as fixed amounts) that parents should expect to budget for include: lunches/catering, fees for optional clubs and additional-education programmes, fees for specialist extra lessons or test-preparation courses, and any supplies or activity-specific materials when required. No uniform fee, standard stationery fee, or mandatory kit charge is published.

Refund information
- No published refund policy specific to tuition, deposits, or cancelled enrolment appears in the school's public fee information. Refund terms for deposits or tuition (if any) are not published.

Fee payment options and methods
- The publicly available information lists contact channels (phone and email) but does not publish accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, cash, or local payment systems). Specific payment channels and instructions are not published in the fee material.

Notes on mid-year admission and trial period
- The school offers a trial week for pupils who join during the academic year (attendance free for the trial week where space is available). No published pro-rata billing formula for mid-term entry is provided in the school's fee information.

Summary of the core fee figures
- Annual tuition (standard full-day programme, 09:00–15:20): EUR 4,900 per pupil.
- Instalment amount (nine equal instalments): EUR 544.44 each (calculated).
- Meals and extracurricular clubs: charged separately (amounts not published).

Information not published in the publicly available fee material
- The school's public fee information does not publish: a separate application/registration fee amount; a per-year-group tuition table; explicit per-term (autumn/spring/summer) fee amounts; a published refund policy or deposit terms; detailed prices for lunches, clubs, uniform or stationery; or the accepted payment methods and precise billing dates.
Academics

Compass School - Budva Campus teaches Chinese National Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Budva campus combines two education systems: a traditional classroom program aligned with FGOS (Russian Federal State Educational Standards) and an individualized learning route. Classes are small, with 10–12 students per class. There is an emphasis on intensive English study, with five lessons per week, and regular assessments, plus ongoing support from a psychologist and a speech therapist. The school day is organized into three balanced blocks: Academic (3–4 lessons per day), Development (music, creativity, psychologist-led sessions, theatre, and a reading room), and Free Time (board games, socializing, and outdoor activities). The curriculum includes additional activities such as chess, robotics, drawing, cooking, and theatre, and features regular excursions around Montenegro. Foreign-language study is integrated throughout the academic program.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes: 10–12 students per class.

Higher Education Progression
The senior program offers specialized tracks (Languages, Humanities, Chemistry-Biology, IT and Physics-Math). It provides courses preparing students for admission to Serbian universities and, through a Russian–Serbian combined program for grades 10–11, graduates can earn both Russian and Serbian diplomas. The school supports European higher-education pathways, including IELTS preparation for international applications and pathways to study at German universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Each day is built from three balanced blocks: the academic portion, a development segment, and time for free activities. The development block includes music, creativity, trainings with a psychologist, theatre, and a reading room. English is taught intensively, with five lessons per week. Classes are small (10-12 students) and learners follow an individual learning route. Regular feedback is provided to parents about progress. The school provides regular support from a psychologist and a speech therapist and uses health-preserving technologies in learning; it emphasizes self-discipline, self-organization, prioritization, goal setting, achievement, and teamwork.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Small class sizes of 10-12 students and an individual learning route for each child. Health-preserving technologies are used in learning. Regular support from a psychologist and a speech therapist.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught intensively with five lessons per week. The school also offers intensive foreign language study.

Mental Wellbeing
Regular access to a school psychologist supports students' wellbeing. Psychologist-led trainings and activities are part of the timetable, including developing social and emotional skills. The timetable includes music, creativity, theatre, and a reading room, contributing to emotional development. Health-preserving technologies are used to support wellbeing in learning.
Parent Experience

Community
The Budva branch blends traditional classroom teaching with an individualized learning path, with small classes of 10-12 students and regular feedback to parents. The school day is organized into three balanced blocks: an academic part with 3-4 lessons of 40 minutes and five English lessons per week; a developmental part including music, creativity, psychologist-led trainings, theater, and a reading room; and time for free activities such as board games, socializing, and outdoor play near the sea and in the park. There are additional activities beyond academics, including chess, robotics, drawing studio, cooking club, and theater, and Montenegro-wide excursions are part of the program. The school aims to create a generation of confident, self-disciplined, and capable individuals through diverse, quality education that develops each child's abilities, with regular feedback to parents.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Senior School Budva is located in Budva along the river, on Budva Main Put, 100 meters down from Parma. The building runs along the river. The campus hosts the Senior School with a Physics–Mathematics–IT department as part of Compass School. The curriculum includes mathematics, IT, biology and medicine, art, psychology, economics, and more.

Academic Facilities
Physics–Mathematics–IT department; 19 directions and specializations are offered, including mathematics, IT, biology and medicine, art, psychology, economics, and more.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Electives and clubs in mathematics, informatics, and physics are offered in the second half of the day and on weekends; these are available to Compass School students as well as students from other schools. A list of elective directions is available.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Budva branch includes a Chemico-Biological Department with in-depth study of biology, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and chemistry, plus research and project work. Electives are offered for grades 5–11, and there is university preparation for studies in Europe and the United States. The school provides enrichment through master classes in mathematics and computer science, and hosts an inter-school project conference that highlights student research.

Arts & Creative
A workshop called 'Holiday Celebrations and Quests' is offered for ages 8–12, where students design quests, select themes, create props and costumes, and rehearse roles; the course is taught by Alisa Skobelev. During English Language Week, students participate in creative workshops and literary activities. A journalism program and a school newspaper are part of the students' creative projects.

Cultural & Language
English Language Week includes solving problems in English, quizzes, and creative workshops, culminating in a science conference about space exploration. Philology Week covers orthography testing, writing, calligraphy, and exploring word origins. The Inter-School Project Conference brings together students from multiple Russian-language schools in Montenegro to present diverse projects. The school supports language and humanities learning through dedicated departments and regular language-focused activities.

Social & Hobbies
Student-led clubs and activities include a journalism program and a student newspaper, as well as creative projects like documentary films and video games produced by students. Projects such as journalism, filmmaking, and game design provide informal hobby and interest-based groups. English and philology related activities and conferences offer additional language-based social opportunities.

Community & Service
Environmental Week features beach cleanups, school-beach waste-reduction initiatives, and discussions about ecological responsibility. An ecological festival is organized by the school, and students participate in community environmental projects. These activities cultivate environmental awareness and community involvement. The school emphasizes service and responsible citizenship through hands-on ecological and community events.

Leadership & Professional
The First Inter-School Project Conference in Budva brought together students from three Russian-language schools to present year-long projects, including films, video games, a parliamentary model, journalism initiatives, and a school newspaper. Projects showcased students' leadership, teamwork, and presentation skills. The conference and elective programs prepare students for university admissions in Europe and the USA, developing professional and research competencies. Students gain experience in public speaking, collaboration, and project management.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
There is a Summer Camp program for outdoor and recreational learning. Environmental Week and other extracurricular activities promote active, healthy learning outside the classroom. Creative and language-focused programs provide outlets for expression and personal growth outside academics. Open days and festive events support a balanced, well-rounded school experience.
Languages

Language Provision
English is studied intensively: in 0th grade, 2 lessons per week; in 1st grade, 3 per week; in 2nd and 3rd grades, 4 per week; from 4th through 9th grades, 5 lessons per week; in 10th and 11th grades, 2 English lessons plus 3 elective lessons (English, German, French, or Montenegrin/Serbian). Montenegrin (Serbian) is taught in 2nd–4th grades at 2–4 lessons per week as part of the core program; from 5th grade it is offered as an elective; in 10th–11th grades, students may choose Montenegrin (Serbian) as a second foreign language with 3 lessons per week. English, Montenegrin, and French are taught by native speakers, with a communicative approach focused on speaking. Cambridge materials are used and IELTS exam preparation is offered.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the parent's application. The parent's application form is downloadable from the admissions documents. It must be completed by a parent and submitted as part of the enrollment process. This step initiates the admissions process. 2. Provide the required documents. Attach a copy of the child's birth certificate. Provide a copy of the Russian passport of one of the parents. Provide SNILS for students in grades 9 and 11. Provide the student's personal file. These documents are needed to verify identity and eligibility for enrollment. 3. Provide the contract for attestation. The “Contract for attestation” is downloadable; supply the contract as part of enrollment. This document governs the attestation procedures as part of the admission process. 4. Enrollment in the appropriate class. The child is enrolled in the appropriate class on the basis of an enrollment order for family education. Enrollment is completed by that order and finalizes the admissions steps.
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