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Danila Kumar International School

Slovenia, Ljubljana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €6,056 - 8,546
Ages 3 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages Slovenian, German, French, Spanish
Typical class size 6
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Danila Kumar International School, located in Bežigrad, Ljubljana, Slovenia, serves pre-school through middle school on a single campus. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP—the first three years). Instruction is in English; Slovenian is the host language, with German or French available from Grade 5 and an EAL/ESL program beginning in Grade 1. Class sizes are small, typically 12–20 students, and the Head of International Department is Klemen Strmljan. The school emphasizes inquiry-based, student-centred learning and holistic development, with intercultural understanding, respectful communication and citizenship at its core, while collaborating with Slovenian and international partners. Facilities on a single site support a Sports Academy for Grades 1–5 and a broad co-curricular programme, including a Children's Choir (SOVICE), Film Art and Dance, Lego clubs, a school radio and newspaper, and Erasmus+ projects such as Connected with the Environment.

The Essentials

Danila Kumar International School has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.

Location
Gogalova ulica 15, 1000 Ljubljana, in the Bežigrad district. The school sits on a single site in a quiet Bežigrad neighbourhood, about ten minutes north of central Ljubljana and near the ring road Bežigrad exit. It is easily accessible by road and well served by public transport; Ljubljana City Bus routes 8, 11, 6 and 14 stop near the school (buses roughly every 15 minutes) and Ljubljana-Ježica railway serves nearby.

Stages
International Kindergarten; Primary Years Programme (PYP); Middle Years Programme (MYP); Diploma Programme (DP).

Additional learning support
A full-time native-English speaking Language Assistant supports English language development by collaborating with teachers to build fluency and accuracy.

Country affiliation
Slovenia

School day structure
Grades 1–8: students usually arrive at 08:00 and the day begins at 08:20, with end times varying by grade. An afternoon programme is available until 16:00 at an extra cost. The International IB Kindergarten has a daily timetable of theme-based activities.

Bus service
Public transport access near the school: Ljubljana City Bus routes 8, 11, 6 and 14 stop near the school (buses roughly every 15 minutes). Ljubljana-Ježica railway is nearby.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Snacks and hot lunches are available for grades 1–8 for a fee. Vegetarian and diet options are available.

Governance and Ownership
The school is state owned; the Slovenian Ministry of Education subsidises the school.
Fees

Annual tuition at Danila Kumar International School ranges from EUR 6,056 to EUR 8,546 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No separate non‑refundable application fee is published. Upon acceptance the school requires a deposit equal to one month's school fee; this deposit must be paid within 10 days of signing the registration contract and is held by the school as security (returned at the end of the school year or used as the final monthly instalment if the pupil leaves during the year).

Tuition fees — annual and per term (published for 2025/26)
- The published annual tuition fees for the international programme are as follows (amounts in EUR):
- Kindergarten programme (food included): EUR 8,545.90. Per term (two terms per school year): EUR 4,272.95.
- Grade 1 & 2: EUR 6,055.50. Per term: EUR 3,027.75.
- Grade 3: EUR 6,369.00. Per term: EUR 3,184.50.
- Grade 4 & 5: EUR 6,688.00. Per term: EUR 3,344.00.
- Grade 6: EUR 6,971.80. Per term: EUR 3,485.90.
- Grade 7 & 8: EUR 7,150.00. Per term: EUR 3,575.00.
- The school year is organised in two terms: First Term (September 2 to January 31) and Second Term (February 1 to June 23); the per‑term figures above are the published annual fee divided by two.

Afternoon care and extra programmes
- Afternoon care (extra programme for after normal school day) is charged separately. Published annual prices (2025/26) are: Afternoon care Grades 1–2: EUR 2,926.00 (per term EUR 1,463.00); Afternoon care Grades 3–4: EUR 2,699.40 (per term EUR 1,349.70); Afternoon care Grade 5: EUR 2,499.20 (per term EUR 1,249.60). An additional after‑school specialist programme for Grades 1–5 is available for an extra fee (amounts not published in the fee table).

Meals and catering charges
- Kindergarten: meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack) are included in the Kindergarten fee. For Grades 1–8, snacks and hot lunches are available for a fee. Sample prices as published (September 2025) include: Morning snack EUR 0.90; Regular lunch EUR 2.90; Vegetarian/diet lunch EUR 3.35; Afternoon snack EUR 0.79. Parents receive meal bills on the billing cycle they choose (monthly if the monthly method is selected).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A deposit equal to one month's school fee is payable on acceptance and must be received within 10 days of signing the registration contract; the deposit is retained as security against lost/damaged books, unpaid food bills or property damage and is returned at the end of the school year or applied as the final month's instalment if the pupil leaves during the year.
- The school offers a discount for payment in full at the start of the school year (see Discounts). Some items (for example, meals) may be billed monthly if the monthly method is selected; the published calendar specifies two school terms per year.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered; the school's published programmes are day‑based international Kindergarten, PYP and MYP programmes with no boarding fees published.

Other costs and included items
- The published school fee is stated to cover the use of schoolbooks, photocopies, stationery and accident insurance. For Grades 1–8 the published annual fee also covers tickets for performances, excursions (transport and entrance) and extracurricular activities. Additional specific services (afternoon care, extra specialist after‑school programme, and meals for Grades 1–8) are charged separately as shown above. No separate uniform fee is published in the fee schedule.

Refunds and leaving mid‑year
- The enrolment deposit (one month's fee) is held as a security deposit and is returned at the end of the school year or may be used as the final monthly instalment if the child leaves during the school year. No further specific refund schedule for paid tuition instalments is published in the fee summary.

Discounts
- A 5% discount is available for payment in full at the beginning of the school year. A 10% family discount applies to the youngest child from the same family who attends the programme. A 5% discount for each additional child is available in cases where fees are paid by an embassy or company (and where the family has not chosen the family discount).

Fee payment options and locations
- Published payment options for billed items include payment at any Slovenian bank or post office, or payment directly at the school accounting office (school building 2, 1st floor). Parents receive bills by post monthly if they select the monthly method of payment; the deposit must be paid within the published 10‑day deadline after signing the contract. No specific credit‑card processor or online card payment method is published on the fee pages.
Academics

Danila Kumar International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
The school provides International Baccalaureate education for pre-school through middle school, offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP—the first three years). The curriculum uses a comprehensive, inquiry-based, student-centred approach and focuses on the holistic growth of the developing child with rigorous and holistic assessment. Intercultural understanding and respect, responsible communication and citizenship are emphasised, with collaboration with Slovenian and international partners to create a better world. The language of instruction is English; Slovenian is the host country language; German or French are offered from grade 5 onward as additional languages; an EAL/ESL program begins in grade 1. Class sizes are small, typically 12–20 students per class. Head of International Department is Klemen Strmljan; the school is located in Bežigrad, Gogalova ulica 15, 1000 Ljubljana.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:6
Parent Experience

History
Danila Kumar International School is located in the Bežigrad district of Ljubljana, Slovenia. It was founded to facilitate the lives of foreign families in Slovenia by offering two International Baccalaureate programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The school is an International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) World School, operating within the IB framework that emphasizes inquiry‑based, student‑centred learning and rigorous assessment. It focuses on the holistic growth of the developing child—intellectual, physical, emotional and social—and on intercultural understanding, respect, responsible communication and citizenship, while fostering cooperation with schools and institutions in Slovenia and abroad to contribute to a more peaceful world.

Community
The school maintains an active community life through its School Life section and an ongoing activity calendar for students and parents. The calendar is organized into categories such as LATEST, MEETINGS, COMPETITIONS and HOLIDAYS and includes events such as visits by authors, cultural days and international exchanges. The culture of the school is reinforced by cultural days, theatre and visiting author programs, and programmes that connect the international school community. The PTA complements school activities by providing a channel for parent involvement and communication within the community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Danila Kumar International School PTA is an association of parents and teachers who work together for the well‑being of children and the school. It provides an important communication link between parents and the school and supports the school's activities. The PTA aims to promote the welfare of children and the community, provide orientation, education and other services to parents, and foster friendly relationships and communication between staff and parents to support students' education. It also assists with special projects and activities and provides funding for activities not normally covered by the school budget. Any parent or guardian with a child at the school can become an active member of the PTA. The calendar of PTA events includes items such as Joint Grade Meetings for Parents and other scheduled activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Danila Kumar International School is located on a single site in the Bežigrad district of Ljubljana, at Gogalova ulica 15, 1000 Ljubljana. It serves pre-school, kindergarten, elementary and middle school ages within the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP and MYP). It is about ten minutes north of central Ljubljana and close to the ring road. It is easily accessible by road and public transport, with Ljubljana City Bus routes 8, 11, 6 and 14 stopping near the school and Ljubljana-Ježica railway nearby.

Sports Facilities
Sports Academy is intended for students from 1st to 5th grade of the International and national departments. It is not professional training but age-appropriate activities. Four introductory sports are offered: mini volleyball, mini basketball, mini handball and football. Coaches include Denis Divjak (Grade 1), Jasna Lavrenčič (Grade 2) and Mitja Uršič (Grades 3/4/5). There can be a maximum of 15 students in each group. The Sports Academy uses the Dome and Gym as venues.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular Activities/Co-Curricular Activities include an Afternoon Programme with a structured timetable for PYP students and Co-Curricular Activities for AP Students. Transdisciplinary in-class and excursion-based science, cultural and sport activities are part of the PYP programme. The school participated in Erasmus+ KA2 projects, such as Connected with the Environment, collaborating with partner schools in Europe. The school calendar includes ongoing events and activities throughout the year.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Transdisciplinary in-class and excursion-based science, cultural, and sport activities are organized to complement student inquiries, promote the school community, and expose students to new experiences. Activities occur within groups throughout the year, and students choose the offerings themselves. The Extended Program (RaP) has included Erasmus+ KA2 projects such as Connected with the Environment (2017–2019) to foster European collaboration and develop ICT and English-language skills.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative options include a Children's Choir (SOVICE), color-themed art activities, and creative workshop experiences in writing and images. Film Art and Dance are offered, alongside ceramics and other crafts to nurture visual and performing arts. Lego clubs and Lego explorers provide hands-on building and teamwork opportunities, while student-led media activities like a school radio and school newspaper support creative expression.

Cultural & Language
Language-related after-school activities include a French language program with sessions like Pojmo po francosko and formal Francoščina classes, plus an English Reading Badge to promote language skills. A Spanish Exchange program connects students with peers in Spain to broaden cultural and linguistic horizons. These offerings complement inquiry-based learning and cross-cultural engagement within the school's activities.

Social & Hobbies
A wide range of after-school clubs covers movement and sport, arts and crafts, and recreational activities, including choir, dance, and physical activity sessions. There are Lego clubs, chess, and other hands-on groups that foster collaboration and creative play. Students can participate in volunteering and peer tutoring, and there are organized social and hobby activities within the timetable.

Community & Service
Volunteering is offered as an extracurricular option, with opportunities to contribute to the community and support peers. Peer tutoring is available to help classmates, and student-led projects encourage service-minded involvement. The program emphasizes community engagement through various service activities coordinated by teachers and student groups.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership and professional-skills development are fostered through activities such as FIRST LEGO LEAGUE (FLL) teams, a school radio, and a school newspaper. The FLL team Dominant Owls has collaborated on a National Museum project, illustrating project-based teamwork and external partnerships. These platforms provide students with opportunities to lead, plan, and communicate effectively.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Extended Program emphasizes movement for health and wellbeing, mindfulness, and relaxation activities, including guided relaxation and sound-based experiences. After-school sports programs (e.g., Zlati sonček and Krpan) and other physical activities support physical well-being alongside structured after-school offerings.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for English (Language of Instruction) in the MYP. Language Acquisition includes Slovenian with German or French as the additional language. Foreign Languages offered include Slovenian, German or French. In the PYP, English is used across core subjects and Foreign Languages include Slovenian, German or French.

Bilingual Teaching
The Language and Literature is taught in English (Language of Instruction). Language Acquisition comprises Slovenian and German or French.
Reputation

Accreditations
IB World School – Member of the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO); offers Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP).
Admissions

Admissions
Admission Guidelines: DKIS accepts applications throughout the school year. An appointment will be scheduled at DKIS or as a video conference call at a mutually convenient time. The following documentation is necessary for all students applying to attend Danila Kumar International School: a completed application form to attend the International Kindergarten, Primary or Middle Years programme; the child's academic records from their previous school year, translated into English if necessary. Kindergarten students may be exempt from this requirement; a photocopy of the student's passport or identity card displaying their photo; psychoeducational assessment if necessary. Applications will not be considered complete until all documentation has been submitted. If necessary, families may be asked to provide further supporting documentation to help facilitate the admission process. The Admission Committee will review the application promptly and provide feedback. Applicants who meet the admission criteria will be invited for an interview at DKIS or via video conference. The Admissions Committee will then review the interview. The decision will be communicated to families via e-mail. Accepted students will be offered a conditional place in the grade level they applied for. During the first three months of enrolment, the DKIS team will monitor language acquisition, academic development and social-emotional issues. DKIS reserves the right to revoke admission at any time during the first three months of enrolment if the team determines that the student requires more support than the DKIS programme can provide. Students placed on the waiting list will be offered a conditional place in their relevant grade level when openings become available. Students who are not accepted will not be offered a place in the grade level they applied for. To complete the admission, the school must receive one month's school fees which is held by the school as a deposit to cover the last month of the school year or the last month of the child's attendance fee, should they leave during the school year. If the candidate fails to join DKIS within two weeks of the agreed time the application will be revoked. Upon acceptance, families must sign the DKIS Registration Contract.

Waitlist
Students placed on the waiting list will be offered a conditional place in their relevant grade level when openings become available.
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