Perrott Hill British School - Prague was formerly known as Meridian International School.
Quick summary of key school information
School details
Nationalities
| Number of students |
More than 500 students |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
More than 50 nationalities |
| Most common nationality |
Czech students |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
Our student body consists of approximately 30% Czech students and 70% international students. |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, our qualified teachers are native speakers, mostly British and American. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
We offer Czech for native speakers, Czech for foreigners, French, German, and Spanish, all taught by native speakers of these languages. |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
18 |
| Average number of students per class |
17 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, in the Kindergarten and Primary School sections. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each of our campuses is equipped with ICT labs. Our teachers use advanced desktop computers paired with writing tablets to facilitate smooth instruction. We also utilize 4K SMART Interactive displays with multi-pen functionality for an interactive learning experience. Additionally, we provide two mobile carts fully stocked with laptops and tablets as supplementary learning devices. Furthermore, we have dedicated science labs for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics experiments, ensuring hands-on learning opportunities for students. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, our infrastructure is always prepared for emergencies. Our pen displays are readily available for teachers and are currently in use based on their needs. During COVID-19, our education remained uninterrupted as we seamlessly continued lessons using Google Meet and Google Classroom solutions. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
We offer Cambridge Primary Progression and Checkpoint, Cambridge Secondary 1 Progression and Checkpoint, IGCSE, and AS/A Levels. |
| Results in these examinations |
Average English, above average Math and Science |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework requirements vary by year level. In primary school, students typically receive weekly assignments totaling approximately 2 hours per week. In secondary and high school, the workload varies by subject, averaging around 1 hour per day. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
97% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We offer scholarships in exceptional cases, provide tailored support for students' potential development, and encourage participation in international competitions. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, our school has a dedicated school counselor, and we also collaborate with an external psychologist to support students when needed. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Necessary to fulfill required registration steps + entrance test. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
English, Math, Science - based on the previous year of British National Curriculum requirements. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, in certain year levels. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept new student registrations year-round, subject to availability. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
In Kindergarten, the school day ends at 15:30. For Primary School, dismissal is at 14:40, but it may extend to 15:30 for students participating in after-school clubs. In Secondary and High School, the schedule varies, depending on involvement in extracurricular activities. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
We provide international and vegan meal options for students across all campuses. |
| Uniform required |
N/A |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Afterschool clubs (e.g. swimming, movie, comedy, cooking, table tennis, art club, drama club, running club), extra paid clubs (e.g. guitar, athletics, beach volleyball, tennis, basics of ballet, street dance, kung-fu). |
| Sports activities included |
PE (yoga) every day in KG/PRE-S, PE 2 hours/week at school, possibility to use sports equipment during break time, various sports after school clubs/activities |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, our school has dedicated football and basketball teams that actively participate in tournaments with other schools. We encourage students to engage in competitive sports, fostering teamwork, discipline, and school spirit. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Our school offers libraries, science and ICT labs, as well as dedicated music and art classrooms to support academic and creative growth. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Each campus features outdoor play areas for children, along with basketball and tennis courts for Primary and Secondary & High School students. Additionally, a dedicated indoor playroom is available for Kindergarten, providing a supportive environment for early childhood development. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Experience a top-tier British education in Prague with native-speaking teachers, an accredited curriculum, and modern facilities. Following the English National Curriculum, we provide a seamless learning journey from kindergarten to high school, ensuring academic excellence, personal growth, and a vibrant international community in a state-of-the-art environment. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The aim and methods for education are designed to strengthen positive elements of character development and promote inquiry based learning. Children learn through asking questions to acquire a knowledge base, discover connections and draw conclusions. Special activities are prepared by our professional staff to instill constructive habits and values in children such as disciplined work, reflective thinking, open-mindedness and caring for others. |