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Galaxy School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Ukrainian, English
Fees UAH 325,500
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 54
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, German, Spanish, French, Japanese
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Galaxy School is a private Kyiv gymnasium with two campuses on the right and left banks of the Dnieper. The right-bank campus opened in 2025 and serves pupils from kindergarten to grade 12; the left-bank campus is in Dniprovskyi district at Yevhena Sverstiuka 6G. Cambridge International forms the core: Cambridge Primary (grades 1-6), Cambridge Secondary (grades 7-9), and Cambridge IGCSE after grade 10. The bilingual program emphasizes English, mathematics, and science, with a second language option (German or Spanish) from grade 5, and includes the Intellect Ukraine program licensed by the Ministry of Education under state license. In grades 10-12 students may choose a mathematics-English profile with specializations in business, IT, biology, or society. The school offers a mentor system, a creative planner, and after-school courses; hours are 9:00-15:00 and campus access 8:00-19:00. Extracurriculars feature STEM spaces, sports, bead embroidery, and a Dance Studio. Scholarships support military families and IDPs, and the school emphasizes social and emotional development through project work.

Right-bank campus (Solomyanskyi district): ЖК «Тайм», Vasylia Lypkivskoho (Митрополита Василя Липківського) 38A, Kyiv, 03680; Left-bank campus (Dniprovskyi district): ЖК «Галактика», Yevhena Sverstiuka (Євгена Сверстюка) 6G, Kyiv, 02000

The Essentials

Galaxy School has 54 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in Ukrainian, English.

Location

Kyiv, Ukraine. Two Galaxy School campuses in Kyiv: the Right Bank campus is located in the Time residential complex in the Solomianskyi district, with a secure campus and convenient transport access; the Left Bank campus is located in the Dnipro district.

Stages

Kindergarten through Grade 12. Right Bank campus offers Grades 1–6 (for the 2026/2027 academic year). Left Bank campus provides Primary (1–4), Lower Secondary (5–9), and Upper Secondary (10–12).

Type

Private school

Additional learning support

Mentor support and psychological support; individualized learning trajectories; small classes.

Country affiliation

Ukraine
Diving Deeper

Food Options

There is an on-site canteen.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a private gymnasium with a charter and a defined governance structure. It holds licenses to conduct educational activities at the primary and basic secondary levels.
Fees

Annual tuition at Galaxy School ranges from UAH 325,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate application or one-time registration fee is published for admission; there is no distinct "application fee" item shown in the school's admission and pricing information.

Tuition fees (by programme and billing option)

- Ukrainian programme — promotional price (valid until 01 September 2026):
- Monthly: UAH 27,000.
- Half-year (5 months, billed as a single payment with 5% discount): UAH 128,250.
- Full year (10 months, billed as a single payment with 7% discount): UAH 251,100.

- Ukrainian programme — standard price (applies after 01 September 2026):
- Monthly: UAH 30,000.
- Half-year (5 months): UAH 142,500.
- Full year (10 months): UAH 279,000.

- Bilingual Cambridge (Cambridge bilingual programme) — standard price (published with effect from 01 January 2026):
- Monthly: UAH 35,000.
- Half-year (5 months): UAH 166,250.
- Full year (10 months): UAH 325,500.

- Discount: a 10% discount is applied to the subscription cost for a second child from the same family.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Accepted billing cycles: monthly, half-year (5 months billed at once), or full academic year (10 months billed at once).
- The half-year payment level reflects a 5% discount compared with monthly billing; the full-year level reflects a 7% discount compared with monthly billing.
- All tuition amounts above are per pupil and are quoted in Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH).

Annual and one-off fees / what they cover

- Bilingual Cambridge programme — annual one-off contribution: UAH 30,000 (single payment for the full year).
- This annual contribution covers: textbooks and workbooks for all subjects, stationery and educational equipment, electronic services, materials for club and studio activities, participation in Olympiads/competitions/masterclasses, and communal gifts for general school celebrations.
- Meals (school catering) are arranged and paid separately through the family personal account and are invoiced/charged by the catering operator at its published rates; catering is not included in the tuition amounts above.

Boarding / residential provision

- The school presents locations and day‑school campus information; no boarding or residential programme or boarding fees are published for the school.

Other costs and optional charges

- No fixed uniform fee is published as a mandatory separate charge in the publicly displayed admissions and pricing material.
- Extracurricular clubs, camps, or author courses are listed in programme descriptions; specific fees for optional clubs, camps or extra services are not published together with the core tuition schedule and may be billed separately when applicable.
- Materials for club activities are included in the listed annual contribution for the Cambridge programme (see Annual and one-off fees above).

Refunds and contract terms

- Specific refund rules and conditions are set out in the school's contractual and policy documents (school rules / rules of interaction among participants in the educational process). The public admission and pricing pages present the billing cycles and discounts but do not publish a detailed public refund schedule on the price-summary page. Refund and cancellation conditions are provided in the formal enrollment contract and school rules.

Fee payment options and administrative billing details

- The published contact information for the school (phone numbers and campus addresses) is provided for administrative enquiries about invoicing and payment procedures; explicit payment method types (for example: bank transfer, card payment, direct debit) are not itemised on the public price-summary page. Families are directed to the school's administrative contacts for the specific accepted payment methods and invoicing procedures.

Summary (key points for parents)

- Tuition is charged per pupil and quoted by programme (Ukrainian programme or Bilingual Cambridge) and by billing cycle (monthly / half‑year / full year); see amounts above. Discounts: 5% (half‑year), 7% (full‑year), and 10% for a second child. Annual one-off contribution for the Cambridge programme is UAH 30,000 and covers textbooks, stationery, electronic services and club materials. Meals and many optional extracurricular items are billed separately. For contract‑level refund terms and the school's accepted payment methods, consult the school's enrolment documentation or administrative contacts.
Academics

Galaxy School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum

Cambridge International forms the core of the curriculum: Cambridge Primary for grades 1–6 and Cambridge Secondary for grades 7–9, with Cambridge IGCSE exams after grade 10. The program is bilingual and centers on English, mathematics, and science, with development of other subjects. The Intellect Ukraine program is used within the curriculum and is licensed by the Ministry of Education; curricula and materials have MO-grade marks; the school operates under a state license. Cambridge International Examinations confer the IGCSE credential, widely recognized by universities and employers. In grades 10–12, students may choose a profile track with in-depth study of mathematics and English and specialization in business, IT, biology, or society. The school supports learning with a mentor system, a creative planner and electronic diary, and after-school courses; the day runs 9:00–15:00, and the campus is open 8:00–19:00.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class sizes up to 18 students. Each class has a homeroom teacher and a mentor.

Higher Education Progression

Cambridge International certificates are recognized by universities and employers in the European Union, North America, North Africa, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social, emotional, and moral development is emphasized. The school fosters empathy, trust, and respect and teaches students to respect boundaries to create a safe learning environment where students can grow, make mistakes, and learn about themselves. A mentor is assigned to each class to monitor students' psycho-emotional state, support self-reflection, and encourage open sharing of feelings and thoughts.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides favorable and comfortable conditions for learning for students with diverse educational needs, ensures access to school premises, adapts curricula and plans, and maintains a positive school climate.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The language of instruction is Ukrainian. English is taught from the first grade. Bilingual English–Ukrainian classes may operate, with some subjects taught in English. From grade 5, students study a second foreign language by choice (German, Spanish; French or Japanese may be offered on request).

Mental Wellbeing

Mental and emotional health is supported through a relaxed and motivating atmosphere built on humanity, fairness, and mutual understanding. Each class has a mentor who monitors the psycho-emotional state, supports self-reflection, and encourages open sharing of feelings and thoughts.

Safeguarding

The school provides accessible facilities for learners with special needs, adapts curricula and plans, and maintains a positive climate. It has a plan to prevent and counter bullying, with confidential reporting and handling procedures. There are regulations governing student behavior, and the campus is secure with a fenced area, dining hall, gym, play area, and surveillance.
Parent Experience

History

Galaxy School is a private gymnasium in Kyiv and part of the Kids Galaxy network of childcare centers and Galaxy School gymnasium. Lyudmila Maslak is the co-founder and director of the Kids Galaxy network and Galaxy School gymnasium. The gymnasium offers a blended academic program whose core is the scientific-educational program 'Intellect of Ukraine' and elements of the state program by R. Shiyan, plus author courses. The school focuses on developing not only academic abilities but also social, emotional, and moral competencies, and promotes values of mutual respect, tolerance, responsibility, and cooperation. The goal is to create an education system that works for the individual development of each student, helping them understand themselves, develop their strengths and natural abilities, and dream and realize their bold goals.

Community

Galaxy School fosters a strong community of teachers, parents, and students working in partnership. The extracurricular program includes clubs such as English language, theatre, robotics, chess, art, beadwork, martial arts, Minecraft, aerial gymnastics, and schematics. Camps and school readiness and early development activities are offered through the after-school program, alongside mentor support and an electronic diary for students. The school maintains open communication with families and emphasizes joint events to engage parents in school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Galaxy School treats partnership with parents as a core component of student success. The school provides open communication, regular meetings, and joint events to work together for each student's progress. Parents are encouraged to be actively involved in school life through ongoing dialogue with teachers and school leadership. The school emphasizes collaboration with families to support students' learning and welfare. This partnership aims to achieve the best possible results for every student. The partnership strengthens the school's educational approach.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Galaxy School is a private gymnasium in Kyiv with two campuses: on the right bank and on the left bank of the city. The right-bank location opened in 2025 in the Time residential complex in the Solomianskyi district and is enrolling 1–6 classes for the 2026/2027 academic year, teaching from kindergarten to 12th grade.

Sports Facilities

The school provides sports sections and physical activity spaces as part of its extracurricular offerings.

Academic Facilities

The school uses modern educational practices and facilities to support learning, including STEM spaces and bright, well-equipped classrooms as part of its campus infrastructure.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Active extracurricular program includes sports sections, creative studios, and clubs of interest (e.g., theatre, robotics, chess, art, etc.).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Galaxy School combines advanced teaching methods with practical experience and interactive learning. Microlearning delivers concise, up-to-15-minute lessons to support quick comprehension and sustained motivation. Case technology and project-based learning develop critical thinking and the ability to apply knowledge across subjects. Edutainment, Guided Discovery, and gamification bring engagement and hands-on exploration into academic work.

Arts & Creative

Bead embroidery is offered as a creative discipline, teaching jewelry and decorative pieces made from small beads. It develops fine motor skills, concentration, and aesthetic taste. Students learn beadwork techniques and create bracelets, necklaces, and decorative items, while studying color harmony and patterns. The school also runs a Dance Studio where students explore styles including contemporary, classical, folk, and hip-hop, learn technique, choreograph numbers, and perform.

Cultural & Language

English language is central to the program; students immerse in an English-speaking environment to listen, speak, read, and write in English. From the fifth grade, students may choose a second foreign language—German or Spanish. Ukrainian language and literature are included in the core curriculum along with other subjects.

Social & Hobbies

Students participate in clubs, sections, and studios across sports, science, creativity, and research. Bead embroidery and the Dance Studio are among the creative activities available after class; students learn techniques and perform. Air gymnastics offers creative movement and physical expression. A wide range of after-school clubs, including robotics, chess, and art, support individual interests.

Community & Service

The school participates in a joint scholarship program with the Illia Grabar Charity Foundation. The program targets children from military families and internally displaced persons. Scholarships are awarded in categories including 100% coverage, 50% coverage, and 5–25% discounts. The program is presented as a nationwide initiative to support education for children in need.

Leadership & Professional

Author courses include TRIZ (theory of inventive problem solving), oratory art, and a practical marketing course. The program emphasizes early career orientation to help students develop creative abilities and direction. In grades 10–12, practical skills are assessed through the preparation of business plans, business games, and analysis of economic processes. The curriculum also features additional author courses that foster communication, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Galaxy School offers a humane, motivating educational environment focused on practical learning, academic achievement, creative thinking, psychological comfort, and emotional well-being. Core values include humanity, integrity, and mutual understanding, with a philosophy centered on real-world applications, project work, and specialized programs such as AI, economic literacy, soft skills, civic media education, and public speaking. The campus includes bright classrooms, a fenced territory, a canteen, a sports hall, walking areas, and a football field. Soft skills and emotional intelligence are prioritized as part of wellbeing and personal development.
Languages

Language Provision

Main language of instruction is Ukrainian. English is studied from the first grade; a second foreign language is available from the fifth grade by choice. The Cambridge Primary program is taught, and in 2025 the school joined the Cambridge Assessment International Education global network.

Bilingual Teaching

The main language of instruction is Ukrainian. English is studied from the first grade, and from the fifth grade a second foreign language is available by choice.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Excursion and getting acquainted with the school, and communication with the administration. Prospective families visit the campus for a tour and an introduction to the school. They meet the administration to discuss the program and the school environment. The visit provides an opportunity to ask questions and observe daily routines. This initial contact helps determine fit with the school.

2. Admission steps for all grades. An introductory meeting with the school is held for the family. For Grade 1, the process includes an interview with the pupil conducted by a teacher and a psychologist. For Grades 2-12, testing in mathematics and English is conducted, followed by a psychologist interview. These assessments determine the student's level and help tailor the learning program.

3. Signing the contract and enrollment. After the interview or tests, the school offers a contract detailing the terms of cooperation. Enrollment is completed by signing the contract and submitting the required information. The contract sets expectations for both sides. Enrollment proceeds upon signing.

4. Documents required to finalize enrollment. To enter into the contract for educational services, a parent or guardian submits the documents listed. The documents include an enrollment application, a copy of the child's birth certificate, and a copy of the child's registration place extract. Also required are copies of the parents' passports and identification codes, a medical certificate 086-1/o, and a vaccination card 063/o. For Grades 2-12, the student's personal file is also required.
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