ABOUT SCHOOL
The philosophy of the “Mihajlo Pupin” Private Elementary School is based on the belief that a child will progress best in an environment that is both pleasant, stable and clearly structured. A supportive school environment does not mean the absence of demands, but rather the existence of structure, consistency and adults who guide the educational process with certainty.
Systematically and without simplification
At the “Mihajlo Pupin” school, knowledge is is acquired systematically and without oversimplification. We believe that guidance, perseverance and clear standards are necessary for the development of real knowledge and intellectual security of a child. Students are not brought down to the lowest level; instead, they are encouraged to reach their full potential, with continuous teacher support.
Special attention is paid to the educational dimension of education. Discipline at our school is not repressive, but educational. Discipline teaches children self-control, responsibility, and respect for the community. Clear rules of behavior and communication represent a safety framework in which children feel protected and free to develop.
The pleasant atmosphere of the school results from order, and not from its absence.
A culture of knowledge, work and mutual respect
Private Primary School ‘Mihajlo Pupin’ nurtures a culture of knowledge, guidance, and mutual respect. The relationship between student and teacher is based on authority, trust and professional care. Teachers do not merely deliver lesson content; they provide support and serve as examples of responsible behavior.
The goal of our philosophy is not short-term success, but long-term formation of a stable, independent and responsible personality. The school prepares students for further education and a life in which they can think clearly, remain dedicated, and take responsibility for their own decisions.
The teaching and professional team of the school consists of professionals with experience, authority and a clear pedagogical status. Each member of the team contributes to the stability, continuity and quality of the school’s work.
Slavica Pošarac
Program director and member of School board
Nikolina Mandić
Financial director
Vesela Mačkić
Award-winning primary school teacher
Vanja Vuković
Primary school teacher
Marija Vujanović
Primary school teacher
Milica Ognjanović
Teacher and master teacher
Aleksandra Marjanović
Physical education and sports teacher
Filip Grbić
Member of the school board and professional associate
Maja Jezdimirović
Psychologist
Danilo Čolić
Professional associate in sports activities
Mina Bogdanović Lišančić
Primary school teacher and special education teacher
Milena Vasić
English language teacher
Ana Milosavljević
Art teacher
Tijana Popović
Geography teacher
Ivona Ivošević
Physics teacher
Katarina Stanković
Chemistry teacher
Ivan Božović
English language teacher
Ivan Drljača
History professor
Andrijana Tomić
Teacher
Ana Grujin
Spanish language teacher
Nikola Pavlović
Religious education
The school is located on Šekspirova Street in Dedinje. The premises include modern classrooms, a library, an assembly hall, two physical education halls, an outdoor sports field, a STEM classroom, a space where children practice choir, folklore, and drama club activities, as well as a space for individual work.
Regulations
- Rules of procedure of the school board
- Rulebook on the rules of conduct for students, employees, and parents
- Rulebook on school procedures in crisis situations
- Program for protection against violence, abuse, and neglect
- Rulebook on the organization and systematization of work
- Rulebook on the regulation of student absences
- Rulebook on student assessment in primary school
- Rules of procedure of the teachers’ council
- Rulebook on measures, methods, and procedures for the protection and safety of students
- Rulebook on institutional procedures in cases of suspected or confirmed discriminatory behavior and violation of reputation, honor, or human dignity
Statute
Tuition Includes:
CLASSES
Full-day classes
8 Serbian language classes and
8 mathematics classes per week
5 English language classes
5 physical education classes
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
2 drama club classes
2 folklore classes
2 gymnastics and wrestling classes
1 choir, piano, and chess class
A RICH SPECTRUM OF CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Weekly visits to cultural institutions or city events
Guest lectures by renowned speakers at the school
SCHOOL MATERIALS
Textbooks, required reading, notebooks, and supplies
School library with children’s literature
SCHOOL UNIFORM
1 complete school uniform set
FULL MEAL PLAN
4 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and 2 snacks)