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Little guests on a digital adventure
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 28, 2025
Savremena Primary School welcomed a group of curious young visitors from Adaland Kindergarten in Belgrade, and their host was none other than the humanoid robot Pepper — the school’s technological superhero and a true symbol of innovation in education. From the very first moment, the children were amazed by Pepper’s appearance and movements: he greeted […]
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Autumn has arrived at Savremena — a season of colours, play, and creativity
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 28, 2025
Students of Savremena Primary School began their day with an autumn walk around the schoolyard, carefully collecting leaves of different shapes, colours, and textures. Back in the classroom, they talked about the changes that autumn brings — the colours of the trees, falling leaves, and the feeling of nature transforming around them. This activity was […]
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FAST PROGRAM – nurturing a love for reading books and true values
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 28, 2025
During the Fun and Study Time (FAST) program, students at Savremena Primary School spend time at school in a way that is both fun and inspiring. Unlike traditional classes, FAST isn’t strictly structured — it combines freedom of choice with carefully designed activities that build independence and a love for learning. This part of the […]
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Global Perspectives: School rules and strange laws around the world
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 27, 2025
As part of their Global Perspectives class, fourth-grade students of Savremena Primary School explored the topic “School Rules and Strange Laws Around the World” through an engaging project that combined learning, research, and creativity. Throughout this project, students discovered how rules shape life in schools as well as in society, and why they are essential […]
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A workshop on Russian culture and art
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 27, 2025
In Savremena Primary School, a special workshop dedicated to Russian culture and art was held. The workshop was led by Maria Khorenko, the mother of student Misha Khorenko, and this personal touch made the whole experience even more meaningful. During the class, students had the opportunity to see authentic examples of traditional Russian crafts and […]
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World mental health day- small words big steps for mental health
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 27, 2025
To mark World Mental Health Day, students of Savremena Primary School created a special display board and participated in a creative workshop dedicated to this important topic. The aim of the activity was to encourage students to reflect on what mental health means to them and how they can take care of it every day […]
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Learning in nature – Savremena Primary Students on Tara mountain
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 24, 2025
The students of Savremena Primary School enjoyed an unforgettable recreational trip on one of the most beautiful mountains in Serbia — Tara. During five days surrounded by nature, they had the chance to socialise, explore, learn through play and experience the first real winter magic of the season. Experiences like this are an important part […]
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Humanitarian race for a happier childhood
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 24, 2025
Students of Savremena Primary School took part in the humanitarian event “Race for a Happier Childhood”, organized by the Red Cross of New Belgrade. This traditional race aims to nurture a sense of solidarity, humanity, and togetherness among children while promoting sportsmanship and healthy habits. In a cheerful atmosphere and with the support of many, […]
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Life Skills Programme & Quince Jam from the School Garden
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 24, 2025
As part of the Life Skills programme, students of Savremena Primary School participated in a creative workshop called “Magic Spoons”, inspired by a story from the book “Autumn Feast with Fairy Bosiljčica” by Željana Radojičić Lukić. During this activity, they developed the virtue of responsibility through practical tasks that combined tradition, teamwork, and learning through […]
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Children’s Week — Imaginative Costume Day at Savremena
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 17, 2025
As part of Children’s Week, students of Savremena Primary School enjoyed one of the most cheerful activities — Costume Day! On that day, the school hallways, classrooms, and courtyard turned into a colorful world full of costumes and creativity. The children proudly arrived dressed as their favorite characters, and the atmosphere was filled with laughter […]
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Creative tasks for developing perseverance in children
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 17, 2025
As part of the “Hill of Virtues” activity, students of Savremena Primary School spent the past week developing perseverance through a series of tasks that were both fun and challenging. Inspired by the story “Tastes of the World” from the book “Summer Adventures with the Fairy Sunčica” by Željana Radojičić Lukić, they explored themes of […]
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Children’s Week — Window to a Better World
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 16, 2025
As part of Children’s Week, students took part in an inspiring art workshop titled “I Have the Right to Create a Better World”, through the activity A Window to a Better World. The goal of the workshop was to encourage children to think creatively about the values that make the world a more beautiful place […]
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Children’s Week – Mom as a guest – fairy tales at school
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 16, 2025
As part of Children’s Week, students of class II-3 experienced a special moment — one of the students’ moms came to visit and warmly read several enchanting fairy tales. 🪄✨ That day, the classroom turned into a small theatre of imagination, where storybook characters came to life and children’s faces lit up with joy and […]
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Children’s Week – I have the right to create a better world
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 16, 2025
As part of Children’s Week, students of Savremena Primary School participated in a creative and inspiring workshop titled “I Have the Right to Create a Better World.” This activity was dedicated to encouraging children to freely express their ideas about the world they want to live in — a world without injustice, pollution, violence, or […]
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Visit of Cambridge International Representatives “We are truly impressed by the quality of teaching at Savremena Primary School!”
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 13, 2025
An important visit that confirms the high quality of work and international credibility of the school. Savremena Primary School had the honour of hosting distinguished representatives of Cambridge International Education — Caroline Greener (International Marketing Manager – Cambridge Insight), Sara Ceroni (International Education Manager), and Lloyd Jeeves (Curriculum Development Manager).Cambridge International Education is one of […]
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Learning about patience through the story “The Fairy’s tear”
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 10, 2025
As part of the Vrlinoteka programme, students spent this week learning about the virtue of patience through the story “The Fairy’s Tear” from the book “Summer Buzz with Fairy Sunčica” by Željana Radojičić Lukić. During the class, they discussed what it means to be patient and how this quality helps in everyday situations. Through the […]
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Savremena school attends expert workshop on youth addiction prevention
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 6, 2025
As part of the Belgrade Health Festival, Physical Education teacher Željko Zarić and school psychologist Milena Tarbuk attended the expert workshop “Prevention of Addictive Behaviors in Youth.” The event brought together prominent specialists in healthcare, psychology, and education to discuss modern challenges and prevention strategies. Special attention was given to new forms of addiction, including […]
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Digital traces and guardians of the wise click
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / October 3, 2025
As part of the Virtue Library (Vrlinoteka), students of Savremena Primary School explored virtues this week through the story Digital Traces from the book Summer Hustle with Fairy Sunčica by Željana Radojičić Lukić. The focus was on the extremely important virtue of caution and learning how to navigate the digital world safely. The activity Guardians […]
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Through the self-portrait, we learn about ourselves
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 30, 2025
In their art classes, students faced the task of drawing their own faces – a task that is much more than simple drawing. Scientific studies show that creating self-portraits helps children develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and introspective thinking. For example, research from Boston University has shown that children who regularly draw themselves are better at […]
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Parents at Work: Meet Victory Dance Studio
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 30, 2025
As part of the Parents at Work project, students had the opportunity to visit Victory Dance Studio, a modern dance and fitness center in Belgrade. The studio offers a wide range of classes, including hip-hop, commercial dance, freestyle, and bounce-trampoline fitness, providing a space where everyone can find a style that suits them. Led by […]
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Effort, teams, and victories – Sports week at Savremena
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 29, 2025
During Sports Week, students of Savremena Primary School had the opportunity to compete in a variety of sports, from table tennis and athletics to basketball, volleyball, and mini-football. Each day presented a new challenge and a chance for students to showcase their skills, focus, discipline, and team spirit. These activities help children develop physical abilities, […]
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Conference on supporting gifted students
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 27, 2025
Teachers from Savremena Primary School, Ivana Jovičić and Branka Milićević, participated in a professional development event dedicated to enhancing the school’s Section for Gifted Students. The conference, “Non-formal Educational Methods in Supporting Giftedness,” brought together prominent experts in education and psychology, who shared the latest techniques and approaches for working with talented students. The goal […]
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When children create, the world becomes better
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 26, 2025
In their art classes, the preschoolers at Savremena had the opportunity to use clay to create animals from their imaginative worlds. This activity was not just fun – it helped children develop fine motor skills and concentration. Through making animals, the little ones learned to follow shapes and details, which is essential for their cognitive […]
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Outdoor play – A recipe for a happy childhood
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 24, 2025
Savremena’s preschoolers spent the day outdoors, enjoying play and friendship in the schoolyard. Fresh air doesn’t just bring smiles to their faces – it boosts concentration, strengthens the immune system, and helps children develop a healthy attitude toward physical activity. In open spaces, little ones have the chance to freely explore, release their energy, and […]
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Shapes, colours and friendship – the foundations of great learning
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 24, 2025
Preschoolers stepped into classrooms designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Through drawing, colouring, and their very first tasks, they got to know their peers, learning that school is not just a place for academics but also a space for shared growth. Such an environment gives children a sense of safety and belonging from the […]
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Little preschoolers, big ideas – A classroom full of creativity
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 24, 2025
During their creative workshop, preschoolers showed that their imagination knows no limits. With just a bit of paper, colours, and clay, they created small works of art – from cheerful smileys to imaginative ornaments and figures. These activities help children develop fine motor skills and concentration, while teaching them how to turn simple materials into […]
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Art class as a small laboratory of ideas
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 22, 2025
During their art class, students of Savremena Primary School transformed the classroom into a true laboratory of ideas. Divided into groups, they drew and built projects on the theme of landforms, waters, and settlements. Instead of leaving the lesson only in their textbooks, children experienced it through colours, shapes, and teamwork. Such classes help pupils […]
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A lesson in unity and belonging through play and teamwork
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 16, 2025
During their Civic Education class, the students of Savremena Primary School marked one of the important national holidays – the Day of Serbian Unity, Freedom and the National Flag. This special class was an opportunity for the pupils, through group work, to develop a sense of togetherness, respect for tradition, and belonging. Through discussion and […]
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Globetrotters: Why games belong in the classroom
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog, Erasmus+ / September 15, 2025
Savremena Primary School is proud to announce its partnership with the European project Globetrotters, designed to introduce pupils aged 6 to 9 to a linguistic and cultural journey that goes beyond traditional teaching methods.
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Truly diffrent first-graders practised motor skills through play
Violeta Nincetovic / Blog / September 15, 2025
First-grade students of Savremena Primary School had the opportunity to showcase their imagination and skills during art class by making unique magnets from magnetic tape and modelling clay. This activity combined learning, play, and artistic expression, while giving children the joy of creating objects they could proudly take home and share with their families. In […]
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