The Czech System of Education

Compulsory Attendance and Ages: School attendance in the Czech Republic is legally required for all children from the age of $6$ to $15$ .
Academic Calendar: The school year commences on $1^{st}$ September and concludes on $30^{th}$ June. It is structured into two distinct terms.
Funding Models: - State-funded Schools: These are the primary providers of education. - Private Schools: These institutions charge tuition fees for attendance.
Evaluation System: Pupils are assessed using a numerical marking system ranging from $1$ to $5$ . - Highest Grade: $1$ is considered the best possible mark. - Certification: A school report is issued to pupils at the conclusion of each academic term.

General Educational Pathway: The system is categorized into nursery schools (kindergartens), primary schools, secondary schools, and universities.
Primary Education: This stage encompasses pupils aged $6$ to $15$ .
Secondary Education Selection: At the age of $15$ , students choose from three specific types of secondary institutions: - Grammar Schools (Gymnazium): These are academic-focused institutions designed to prepare students specifically for university-level studies. - Special or Vocational Schools: These institutions focus on professional fields, including but not limited to nursing, engineering, and the arts. - Vocational Training Schools: These schools focus on preparation for practical, trade-oriented jobs.
Exit Examinations: Secondary education culminates in a final school-leaving examination known as the Maturita.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the Maturita, students are awarded a School-Leaving Certificate.

Nature of Education: Universities provide tertiary-level education.
Duration: Degree programs typically last between $4$ and $6$ years.
Admission Requirements: Prospective students must successfully pass an entrance examination to gain admission.
Historical Milestone: The oldest university in the Czech Republic is Charles University in Prague, which was established in the year $1348$ .
Higher Education Degrees: The following degrees can be attained: - Bachelor's degree - Master's degree - Doctoral degree
Financial Structure: - The majority of students are responsible for their own tuition and accommodation costs. - Financial assistance, such as scholarships or grants, is available only to a small minority of students.