Middle School

Language immersion

• From Grade 5, students choose German or Spanish as a second foreign language
• The language is taught directly through the target language, without translation
• This supports deeper understanding of meaning, context, grammar and vocabulary

Culture and confidence

• Students build natural communication skills and fluent expression
• Discussions, dialogues and projects explore the culture and traditions of Spanish- and German-speaking countries
• Interdisciplinary projects and thematic weeks deepen cultural awareness

Clear progression

• Six lessons per week give the second foreign language a central role in the curriculum
• Students successfully cover levels A1 and A2 from Grade 5 to Grade 7
• In High School they continue towards B2 and can sit Goethe or DELE examinations

Understanding principles

• Students learn to understand mathematical principles instead of memorising solution steps
• New concepts are introduced through stories and real-world context
• This makes mathematics more accessible and motivating

Differentiated support

• We follow each student’s progress closely
• Consultations and targeted homework help students gain confidence
• Strong foundations prepare students for the challenges of High School

Analytical thinking

• Students work with tasks of varying complexity
• Integrated problems combine knowledge and techniques from different mathematical topics
• They learn to apply what they know in different contexts

Personal attention

• Teachers follow each student’s academic development and learning habits
• Students receive guidance as they move from Primary to Middle School
• Support is adapted to the child’s strengths, pace and needs

Confidence and responsibility

• Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their progress
• Regular feedback helps them recognise what works and where they need to improve
• The goal is calm confidence before the more demanding High School stage

Bilingual sciences and humanities

• Science and humanities are taught bilingually so students can use Bulgarian and English in academic discussion
• Subjects are studied by semester to support concentration and deeper learning
• Students begin writing their first scientific argumentative texts from Grade 5

Research skills

• Students formulate claims and support them with arguments and evidence
• Reading strategies prepare them for longer academic texts in High School
• Guiding questions lead them through the stages of research

Interdisciplinary projects

• Projects connect scientific topics and historical periods through arts, literature and natural sciences
• Students learn to work with different sources and evaluate the reliability of information
• Each year they prepare a Science Fair project on a topic of their choice

Transition support

• We support students through the transition from Primary to Middle School
• They learn to manage more subjects, more homework and higher expectations
• The middle school years are ideal for building stable study habits

Study habits

• Students receive sample schedules for independent work at home
• Teachers give guidance on how to prioritise tasks during the week
• Study Hall sessions in Grades 5 and 6 help students practise effective self-preparation

Arts

• Theatre, music, drawing and dance enrich the educational process
• Regular exhibitions and creative events immerse students in the world of art
• Students develop imagination, creativity and a sense of aesthetics

Sports

• The programme includes conditioning, badminton, volleyball, basketball, football and more
• Sports develop teamwork, discipline and leadership
• Students learn to respect rules, support one another and remain motivated after setbacks

Weekly choice workshops

• Students take part in sports workshops such as badminton, basketball and volleyball
• Arts workshops include art, theatre and dance
• These workshops are part of the core programme and help students discover their strengths

Performances and competitions

• Students prepare theatre productions
• They create gymnastic and dance routines and take part in school events
• They join interschool sports competitions and create artwork for charity bazaars and contests

After-school clubs

• After the main programme, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, students can join additional clubs
• Activities include aikido, chess, art and other interests
• Clubs offer more space for personal growth and community involvement