Main needs and expectations of parents:

І. Confidence in the quality of education

1. Systematic and permanent assimilation of basic knowledge: Our students receive a solid foundation of knowledge and relevant certificates that allow them to continue their education to the next degrees.
2. Development of individual skills and key competences: We include a high level of computer literacy and command of two or three foreign languages, as well as skills for individual realization and teamwork.
3. Formation of a positive value system: We strive not only to create good specialists, but also worthy, socially engaged citizens.

ІІ. Favorable physical environment

1. Convenient location with easy access: Our educational facility is easily accessible, with fast and easy communication options.
2. Modern material and technical base: We have well-furnished classrooms, specialized rooms, sports halls, libraries and canteen, which provide comfort and motivation for learning.
3. Safety system: Our students study in a secure environment with security, access regime, clear rules of conduct and medical care.

ІІІ. Benevolent psychological environment:

1. Quality educational process: All-day organization of classes and extracurricular activities, including creativity, sports, science and recreation, guarantee the full development of children.
2. Personal oriented teaching: We apply the best pedagogical practices, combining classical and innovative forms of learning to meet the individual needs of each student.
3. Fair assessment: We use external assessment which emphasizes student progress and individual achievement.
4. Humane treatment and democracy: We encourage student self-regulation and democratic forms of governance that build respect and tolerance.
5. Community building: We work to create a cohesive community with clear rules, active involvement of parents and partners, and constructive dialogue between all members of the school environment.

RUSSIAN LYCEUM IN SOFIA offers a unique educational and cultural complex, including:

• Kindergarten – taking children from 3 years to entering the first grade with early foreign language learning – English and Russian.
• Elementary and Secondary Language School with expanded preparation in foreign languages (English and Russian) from the 1st to 7th grade and advanced training from the 8th to 12th grade
• Ballet School for non-professional training of children of different ages, with different inborn talents and dance training.

The mission of the Russian Lyceum in Sofia is: To create a sustainable and coherent educational and cultural environment, securing the implementation of quality educational process which primary purpose is the development of the full potential of every child, every student.

RUSSIAN LYCEUM in SOFIA is characterized by the following advantages:

• Safe and comfortable learning environment: Ensuring peace and comfort for all students.
• Programs that facilitate adaptation: Programs that facilitate the adaptation of children of different nationalities, creating an inclusive and supportive community.
• Highly qualified teachers: A team of highly qualified teachers guaranteeing a high level of language training and cultural enrichment.

At RUSSIAN LYCEUM in SOFIA, we ensure a smooth and trouble-free transition for your children at every educational level. With us, you will avoid all the negative expectations and worries that often accompany the start of kindergarten, the transition through elementary and primary school, as well as the stress associated with high school exams after the seventh grade. Our system is designed to provide a stable and consistent preparation, eliminating doubts about students' readiness for successful admission to the desired higher education institution. All this is possible thanks to our experienced team and our integrated approach to education, which combines academic knowledge with the development of personal and social skills.

Our doors are always open for you. We invite you to visit our educational institution to see for yourself the quality of our modern educational facilities. Meet our talented students and highly qualified teachers and feel the warmth and friendly atmosphere that characterizes our community.

Shara Karsakpaeva
Principal of the Russian Lyceum in Sofia