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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, German, Slovenian |
| Average number of students per class |
An individualized approach to each student’s needs is of foremost importance to us. VIA, therefore, limits enrolment and keeps its classes small. In the first two years of the high school, classes typically have around 10 students. IB Diploma Programme classes usually have fewer than 10 students, depending on the subject choices. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
VIA's students learn using technology (laptops, smartphones/tablets, graphic calculators) throughout their education, both in lessons and for assignments outside of class. VIA does, however, emphasize the benefits that technology can provide whilst appreciating the need to reduce screen time for students. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, IB Diploma |
| Entry evaluation for students |
VIA asks for in-person meetings with every new family. Whenever possible, VIA invites students for a ‘taster’ day during which VIA holds interviews, entry assessments and a tour of the facilities. |
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Coding, chess, art/drawing. |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, cafeteria |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Students can use multiple gyms and enjoy a variety of sports from climbing, bouldering, table tennis, floor ball and many others. |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
Grade 11 and 12. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Vector International Academy is an independent international high school. The programmes VIA offers are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organisation, by the UK’s Pearson Edexcel examination board, and by the Slovene Ministry for Education. VIA is located within the highly academic and culturally rich environment of the St Stanislav’s Institute, easily accessible from major highways and city bus lines. For students joining VIA's IB Diploma Programme from abroad unaccompanied, there is on-site student accommodation available. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
VIA strives to provide a high-quality learning environment with small class sizes, develop strong relationships with the students in partnership with their parents and the wider community. To help the students discover and develop their academic, social and emotional potentials, VIA's staff is dedicated to provide a caring, respectful and stimulating learning environment. |