The capital’s "Nika" school presented its best practices at the National Centre RUSSIA

On December 25, the National Centre RUSSIA hosted a presentation of the best practices of one of Moscow's largest private general education institutions — the "Nika" school. The event was the second in the framework of the project "Open School: Presentation of Best Practices," organized by the National Centre.

"Open School: Presentation of Best Practices" is a series of interactive lectures aimed at sharing experiences and ideas among young teachers, students, graduates of pedagogical universities, and interested parents.

"Today, we are hosting 'Nika' — a unique school with a rich history and love for its students. The National Centre RUSSIA is a space where you can grow, learn something new, and spend time with friends. We are open to everyone! The next participant in the 'Open School' project will be the Lyceum of the Higher School of Economics on January 18, and starting in February, the National Centre RUSSIA will launch a regular educational program — you can attend fascinating lectures every Thursday," said Anastasia Zvyagina, Deputy Director General of the National Centre RUSSIA. 

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA

The "Nika" school is one of the largest private schools in Moscow, comprising five branches with over 1,200 students. "Nika" students regularly participate in Russian and international competitions, olympiads, festivals, and conferences. The school also actively collaborates with international cultural and educational organizations.

"We are already grown-up, serious, and responsible: next year, our school will turn 30. We were founded on the remnants of a disbanded school, where a small team of professionals who loved their work remained, along with children who believed in us. By the way, it was our students who came up with the name 'Nika' — as a symbol of victory. And now, our graduates are bringing their own children to the school. When we ask them if anything needs to change, they all say, 'Don’t change a thing: we feel at home here.' Because our primary mission is to ensure that our children are resilient to all challenges and upheavals, knowing they have strong support behind them. And, as our leader Vladimir Vladimirovich always taught us, we take the best of Russian education and the best the world has to offer," said Irina Rubleva, founder and director of the EANO "Nika" School. 

Photo: Press Office of the National Centre RUSSIA

The speakers shared how the "Nika" school has developed over the past 30 years, showcased the institution's best practices, and exchanged experiences with colleagues from other educational institutions. Topics included the role of tutors in school education, the mission of foreign language teachers, teaching students and parents conflict resolution skills and fostering trust-based relationships, implementing international projects, and organizing the school’s psychological support services.

The presentations focused on key events and practices that have elevated "Nika" to the status of one of the most successful educational institutions in the capital.

The National Centre RUSSIA was established by order of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to preserve the legacy of the International RUSSIA EXPO and to showcase the achievements of the country and its citizens on a permanent basis. Federal government agencies, state companies, corporations, and regions take part in the Centre’s work.

The National Centre RUSSIA is located at 14 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, Moscow. The Centre is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day except Monday.