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II Gimnazija Maribor

Slovenia, Maribor

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Slovenian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1949
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages Slovenian, Macedonian, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian, English, German, French
Typical class size 16
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

II. gimnazija Maribor is a secondary school in Maribor, Slovenia, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The DP is a two‑year, pre‑university curriculum organized into six subject groups, with Language A, English and Mathematics compulsory, and three core components: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service. Most students study at least three Higher Level subjects; the rest are Standard Level. The school supports non‑Slovene learners with literature options in Macedonian, Bosnian, Croatian and Serbian, plus mother tongue support and tutor arrangements as needed. Language B choices include English, German and French, subject to demand. Founded in 1949, the IB Diploma Programme has been offered since 1990 and has graduated nearly 900 students, with recent averages around 40 points. The campus includes a 200‑seat sports hall, a gym with two basketball courts and a dance hall, a science annex with interactive whiteboards, a 300‑seat dining hall and social spaces.

Trg Miloška Zidanška 1, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia

The Essentials

II Gimnazija Maribor has typical class sizes of 16, instruction in Slovenian, English.

Location
The school is located at Trg Miloška Zidanška 1, 2000 Maribor.

Stages
Two-year IB Diploma Programme for students aged 16 to 19.

Type
IB Diploma Programme school

Additional learning support
Three guidance counsellors provide dedicated support and individualized programs. A student-support team includes the class teacher (team leader), an academic mentor, a counsellor, the IB DP Coordinator, and the head of school. A Study Abroad Counsellor facilitates post-secondary opportunities and arranges university presentations; international students receive help with residence permits, health insurance, dormitory accommodations, and other documentation.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school does not have a boarding house of its own. Students may stay in nearby boarding houses: Lizika Jančar Hall of Residence, located about a 5-minute walk from II. gimnazija Maribor, and Hall of Residence Drava Maribor, about a 20-minute walk or 10-minute bike ride from the school.

Food Options
Food is varied, balanced and tasty, with vegetarian and vegan options; a salad buffet with at least eight different salads and dietary accommodations (lactose-free, gluten-free, etc.); the dormitory provides three meals a day, with specified times, and two kitchenettes with a dining area for weekend stays.
Fees
Application fees

- Application process: Applicants must complete and submit the school's application form for the IB Diploma Programme. The school's admissions procedure is used to select candidates; self-funded candidates are not accepted.

Tuition fees (by year / per term)

- IB Diploma Programme (two-year course: IB1 and IB2): Tuition for students selected through the admission process is free of charge. This applies to the programme for each academic year and therefore there is no tuition fee per year or per term for accepted students.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Programme-related additional costs may be charged and can be paid in instalments. Specific billing schedules for those additional charges are administered by the school. Dormitory accommodation (when applicable) is charged on a monthly basis.

Boarding fees (where applicable)

- Students who do not live in Maribor and are accepted to the programme must stay in a supervised student dormitory and cover accommodation costs themselves.
- Dormitory cost (approximate): EUR 350 per month, which includes accommodation, supervision, and meals. Students may choose between the listed local student dormitories.

Other costs and fees

- Additional programme-related expenses: approximately EUR 2,000 total across the two-year IB Diploma Programme. These items include books, the Kognity online learning platform, Freshmen Week activities, the final excursion, and field trips. These additional costs may be paid in instalments.

Refund information

- The school does not publish a separate tuition refund schedule for the IB Diploma Programme; standard practice for accepted students is that the programme tuition is free. Dormitory providers and third-party service providers (books, trips, Kognity) may have their own refund terms administered separately by those providers or the dormitory.

Fee payment options

- The school states that certain programme-related costs can be paid in instalments and dormitory charges are monthly. Specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, or other payment channels) are not listed in the published admissions information and are handled through the school's or providers' billing arrangements.
Academics

II Gimnazija Maribor teaches IB (DP).

Curriculum
Diploma Programme curriculum consists of six academic areas, with one subject from each group; Language A (Mother Tongue), English, and Mathematics are compulsory, and six subjects are studied over two years along with three core components (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service). At least three subjects are taken at Higher Level (HL), up to four, with the rest at Standard Level (SL). Group 1 Studies in Language and Literature covers Slovene and other languages; Slovene is compulsory at HL; II. gimnazija Maribor offers literature courses in Macedonian, Bosnian, Croatian and Serbian for non-Slovene students, with native-language support and tutor costs borne by families when needed. Group 2 Language Acquisition offers English B, German B, and French B; English is compulsory, German and French are offered subject to demand, with small classes and sometimes sessions with native speakers. Group 3 covers Economics, Psychology and Philosophy and History; Group 4 covers Physics and other sciences; the programme emphasises inquiry, analysis and critical thinking. The Diploma Programme at II. gimnazija Maribor was introduced in 1990 and is an international, two-year pre-university programme.

Exam Results
Students consistently achieve strong results in their final IB DP exams.

Higher Education Progression
The Diploma Programme is a two-year international pre-university programme for students aged 16 to 19, with a holistic approach to teaching and learning that equips students to succeed at universities and beyond; it is recognised nationally and internationally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritises psychological and social well-being. A counsellor is available for advice when needed. The IB Diploma Programme class teacher is responsible for around 20 students, enabling personalised support. Workshops and class lessons focus on mental health and time management, and the school organises activities such as movie nights, dances, hikes, and trips to strengthen community and teamwork.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Tailored assistance is provided for students with special needs. Three guidance counsellors, including a psychologist, support IB Diploma Programme students, and a specialised team (class teacher, counsellor, IB DP coordinator, head of school) develops individualised programmes. Teaching, learning, and assessment adjustments are arranged as needed in line with national legislation and IB policies. The Inclusion Policy covers support related to language barriers, economic hardship, gender and sexual identity, ethnicity, and other barriers to participation.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction for all IB DP students. Language A: Literature is offered in Slovene, Serbian, Macedonian, and Ukrainian, and Language B is available in English, German, and French. The school provides language support for students learning in a language other than their mother tongue and offers self taught Language A options, including Ukrainian, with supervision funded by the school. Extracurricular language offerings include CAE, DELF, and DSD preparation, and additional languages such as Latin, Croatian, and Chinese are available as activities.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental well being is addressed through counsellor-led support, with workshops and class lessons on mental health and time management. The small class teacher to student ratio supports personalised guidance, and there are structured activities to strengthen social bonds and promote resilience.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by national legislation on safeguarding for children with special needs and by the IB inclusion framework. A dedicated safeguarding and inclusion structure includes a psychologist, multiple counsellors, and a team approach to create individualised programmes and remove barriers. The school also provides assistance with essential documents, housing, and health insurance for international students to ensure a safe and supported transition.
Parent Experience

History
The school was founded in 1949 as a state school. It offers three main programmes: the National Grammar School Programme, the National Grammar School Programme – Sport Classes, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The IB Diploma Programme has been offered since 1990 and is conducted in English; nearly 900 students have graduated from it, with an average score around 40 points over the last five years. The school achieves strong results in national Matura exams and the IB Diploma Programme, and offers about 80 extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes knowledge, skills, critical thinking, creativity, self-initiative, and independence.

Community
II. gimnazija Maribor provides student support through three guidance counsellors and a team including the class teacher, an academic mentor, a counsellor, the IB DP Coordinator, and the head of school. Class teachers mentor students, maintain regular contact with parents, and accompany students on field trips. Senior mentors assist new students and international students with residence permits, health insurance, dormitory accommodations, and other documentation. The English teacher serves as the Study Abroad Counsellor, organizing meetings and university presentations; about 10% of all students and around 60% of IB DP students study abroad.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
II. gimnazija Maribor has a modern, well-equipped campus. It is described as among the most beautiful and best equipped in Slovenia. The facilities include a 200-seat sports hall and a gym with three training areas: two basketball courts and a dance hall. A science annex provides modern, well-equipped classrooms, and every classroom has an interactive whiteboard with a computer. A 300-seat dining hall and social spaces such as the French Café, Hyde Park Corner, the Vienna Café, the Hard Rock Café, Spanish Square, and the Slovenian Café complement campus life, and the school features an amphitheatre for performances.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a gym with three training areas (two basketball courts and a dance hall) and a 200-seat sports hall.

Academic Facilities
A science annex contains modern, well-equipped classrooms, and every classroom has an interactive whiteboard with a computer.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include theatre productions and performing arts groups such as GNOSIS, along with a Drug Orchestra. The school hosts an annual Spring at II. gimnazija event culminating in a Cultural Marathon; students also participate in national olympiads in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, geography, and philosophy, and engage in ecological activities, scientific research, choir, and volunteer work. Over 100 students take German and Chinese language courses. The Borec school magazine has been published for twenty years, and the school maintains international exchanges with Austria, Germany, France, Spain, Serbia, Italy, Sweden, Israel, and China, including a Confucius classroom program. The school also supports various clubs and student-led initiatives.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) was introduced at II. gimnazija Maribor in 1990 to provide Slovenia's successful students with a conceptually different educational programme. The IB DP is a two-year international, academically rigorous, pre-university programme for students aged 16–19, with breadth, depth and balance. Students study six subjects and three core components over two years: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The programme encourages students to become life-long learners with intercultural understanding and respect for others.

Arts & Creative
Within the DrugaDruga program, students participate in literary and art workshops, a photography club, theatre groups in Slovenian, English, and French, a youth choir, a student orchestra, the Borec newspaper, and a film school. These activities are part of Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), fostering creativity, performance, teamwork, and community involvement. IB Diploma Programme students also create videos, such as humorous videos produced during English B classes. The DrugaDruga program provides a broad platform for arts and cultural engagement beyond the core curriculum.

Cultural & Language
Language A: Literature is taught in Slovene, Serbian, and Macedonian, with selected world literature; Slovene is compulsory at higher level for Slovene students. For foreign-language literature, II. gimnazija Maribor offers literature courses in Macedonian, Bosnian, Croatian and Serbian. Language B is offered as a Language Acquisition course in English, German and French; English is compulsory, and German and French are available subject to demand (minimum four students), with some sessions for French conducted with a native speaker. If the number of students is too small, a self-study option may be offered provided a tutor can be found (tutor costs are borne by families).

Social & Hobbies
The Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) framework includes creative, physical and service activities, with many opportunities for social and hobby-level involvement. The DrugaDruga program offers a range of creative activities: literary and art workshops, photography club, theatre groups, youth choir, student orchestra, Borec, and film school. In the activity strand, students can choose from elective sports such as swimming, table tennis, badminton, aerobics and yoga, or opt for an individual program. Volunteer work is performed at school, at various elementary schools, kindergartens, homes for the elderly, animal shelters, and youth centres.

Community & Service
Volunteer work is performed as part of CAS at school, in other elementary schools, kindergartens, homes for the elderly, animal shelters, and youth centres. CAS coordinators and mentors supervise the activities, and students write reflection journals. At the end of the second school year, students give a public presentation that includes self-evaluation and reflection on the activities performed. Participation in community service is integral to IB, supporting holistic development and social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
CAS develops leadership, teamwork, planning and time-management skills through real-world activities and reflection. The DrugaDruga program provides leadership opportunities through clubs such as the Borec newspaper, youth theatre groups and the film school, as well as the student orchestra and choir. The school's mission emphasizes self- initiative and independence, supporting students to develop leadership and professional capabilities. The vision to maintain leadership in the region and beyond while preserving tradition reinforces ongoing development of student leadership and community contribution.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Elective sports include swimming, table tennis, badminton, aerobics and yoga, with opportunities to engage in physical activity within the CAS framework. Creative and athletic clubs such as youth choir, student orchestra, theatre groups and the film school promote well-being, social connection and cultural engagement. The IB programme emphasizes balance, intercultural understanding and respect for others, contributing to a healthy school climate. CAS activities foster a well-rounded lifestyle by combining creative, physical and service elements and encouraging personal reflection.
Languages

Language Provision
Slovene (Language A: Literature) is offered at HL/SL; English A: Language and Literature and/or English B are obligatory and offered at SL/HL, while German, Spanish and French are available at SL/HL. Macedonian is offered to Macedonian students, and Serbian, Croatian and Bosnian to students from those backgrounds; Slovene Ab Initio is provided for non-native speakers (two hours per week in years 11–12). Additional mother-tongue instruction is available for students from other countries.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction across the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. German, French and Spanish are offered as additional languages (Language B). Slovene (Language A: Literature) is obligatory at higher level for Slovene students; Serbian, Croatian and Bosnian are obligatory for students from those language backgrounds, and Macedonian is offered to Macedonian students. The school also provides instruction in additional mother tongues for students from other countries, with some lessons delivered weekly or via Skype.

Immersion Programs
English is the medium of instruction across the IB Diploma Programme. German, French and Spanish are taught as additional languages (Language B). Some mother-tongue support is provided for students from other countries, with lessons delivered weekly or via Skype.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Programme and places. II. gimnazija Maribor offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with 40 places per year. Eligible applicants are from Slovenia, other EU countries, or countries with bilateral educational agreements with Slovenia (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Kosovo); applicants from other countries may apply if at least one parent pays taxes in Slovenia. Tuition is free for students selected through the admission process. Selected non-local students must cover dormitory costs themselves (approximately €350 per month) if not living with family, and programme-related costs including books, Kognity, Freshmen Week, final excursion, and field trips totaling about €2,000 over two years.
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