Education

Slovakia vs Czechia for Families: School and Preschool Checklist

Compare preschool and school systems in Slovakia and Czechia, including compulsory ages, catchment rules, language support, likely costs, enrollment timing, and documents.

Jun 26, 2026/7 min read

Newborn Paperwork in Slovakia for Foreign Parents

A chronological checklist for foreign parents handling a Slovak birth certificate, healthcare, nationality, passport, residence status, family benefits and travel documents after their baby is born.

Jun 9, 2026/10 min read

Choosing IB or A-Level in Slovakia: What Expat Parents Need to Know

Why International Education Matters for Expat Families in Slovakia 🌍 When foreign families move to Slovakia, school choice quickly becomes one of the biggest decisions. Housing matters. Residence permits matter....

Jun 5, 2026/9 min read

Secondary School Admissions in Slovakia

A practical guide for foreign families choosing a Slovak secondary school, preparing applications and entrance exams, handling foreign records, checking results, appealing decisions, or arranging a transfer.

Jun 3, 2026/7 min read

Moving to Bratislava With a Child: How to Find Your Catchment Kindergarten or School

A practical guide to identifying your Bratislava city district, checking kindergarten and primary school catchment maps, confirming residence rules, and contacting the responsible institution before applying.

Jun 2, 2026/7 min read

Public, Private, or International? Navigating Slovakia’s Primary School Landscape

Moving to a new country is a whirlwind of bureaucracy, apartment hunting, and trying to figure out which brand of milk doesn’t taste like cardboard. 🥛 But for those of...

May 13, 2026/4 min read

The Expat’s Guide to University Applications and Scholarships in Slovakia

Central Europe is rapidly becoming the worst-kept secret in the international education world. For years, students have flocked to Western Europe, absorbing massive student debt along the way. But recently,...

Apr 10, 2026/5 min read

Primary school enrollment process and first-hand experience: A foreigner’s guide to starting school in Slovakia

Enrolling a child in primary school is a milestone for any family, and doing it abroad can feel like navigating a maze. Slovakia offers a clear structure, supportive schools, and...

Feb 9, 2026/4 min read

Free Slovak Language Courses and Learning Resources: A Foreigner’s Guide to Learning Slovak in Slovakia

Learning Slovak felt intimidating when I first arrived in Slovakia. The grammar, the sounds, and the unfamiliar letters made every official letter and notice look like a puzzle. Yet I...

Jan 21, 2026/4 min read