ZŠ Hovorčovická

Tucked away in the Kobylisy district, we find Základní škola Hovorčovická. It’s more than just a school. It’s a vibrant hub nestled near the tranquil Čimice Grove. Základní škola Hovorčovická is a fully organized municipal school. The City of Prague 8 is its founder. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education. They focus on cultural development and physical fitness. Základní škola Hovorčovická believes in fostering a healthy lifestyle. They prepare students for entrance exams to secondary schools and eight-year grammar schools. Since the 2023/2024 school year, they’ve increased informatics lessons. They’ve also expanded physical education in the lower grades and mathematics in the upper grades. English language instruction begins in the 3rd grade. Students have achieved excellent results in competitions. The school divides them into small groups of about 10 students for optimal learning. First and second graders can attend language courses. From the 7th grade onwards, a second foreign language, German or Russian, becomes compulsory. Every year, students embark on educational trips abroad. They’ve visited England, Italy, Luxembourg, Germany, and Austria, practicing their language skills in real-world settings. Základní škola Hovorčovická offers extensive support services. These include an educational counselor, school psychologist, special education teachers, and teaching assistants. They dedicate attention to gifted students and those with special educational needs throughout their schooling. A prevention specialist collaborates with teachers. They ensure the consistent prevention of socially pathological phenomena. The school’s location near Čimice Grove provides a serene setting. It’s utilized for various activities like field day, children’s day, nature studies, and art and literary-themed walks. The modern two-story building houses separate spaces for primary and secondary education. There’s a dedicated wing for the school cafeteria, after-school care classrooms, and a pre-school class. Základní škola Hovorčovická also boasts specialized classrooms, a computer and multimedia lab, a student library, a music room, and a multi-purpose sports hall. The school includes after-school care with seven modernly equipped classrooms. During their leisure time, students can choose from various clubs like language, music, art, robotics, sports, and scientific experiments.