VIIMSI GÜMNAASIUM
OUR CHOICES shape the WORLD
WHO ARE WE?
We are an upper secondary school and are a part of state upper secondary school network. We have three levels of study – G1, G2, G3.
528
students
59
TEACHERS
102
subjects
11
PARTNERS
We
are
- innovative and entrepreneurial
- creative and open
- focused on the development of students
our
uniqueness
- possibility to choose between electives and module courses
- mentoring and groupcoaching
- maturity exam
- 21st century skills
- course "Self-Directed Learner"
- management system
our working principles
- we are developing 21st century learning culture
- we are learning professionals and mentors for our students
- we value creative, meaningful and thought-out undertakings
our
values
- presence
- collaboration
- openness
- mutual respect
- ongoing development
OUR APPROACH
Supporting student’s development is crucial in Viimsi Gümnaasium. This means that our leadership and learning activities are based on the student’s needs and their prior skills and knowledge. We have created our student’s profile focussing on five skills (21st century skills): critical thinking and problem solving, communication, self-direction, collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurship. The competences described in the national curriculum, as well as the learning outcomes of courses and extra-curricular activities, are developed by pursuing the aforementioned skills. We believe that the factors influencing learning and students’ well-being are inspiring teachers, an active student council, flexible study organisation, mentoring of both students and teachers, different ways of learning, school traditions, mutual values, collaboration and cooperation with our partners.
OUR CURRICULUM
63 compulsory courses
63 compulsory subjects are set by the national curriculum.
17-19 school courses
18 courses are set by the school:
mathematics, Estonian, B2 and B1 foreign language courses, research work / practical assignment course and Self-Directed Learner course, which focuses on learning strategies, collaboration skills and public speaking.
9 module courses
9 module courses that our students can choose themselves. More information on modules is below.
5-7 elective courses
Free-for-all courses that can be chosen regardless of age and stage.
The System of Modules
Every year, in addition to compulsory subjects, students choose a module that interests them. A module is made up of three courses of the same field. Every year, students can choose to continue with a module of a similar field, or pick an entirely different one. Students have to pass 3 modules during their studies, adding up to 9 courses in total. Once a module is chosen, students have to pass its three courses.
G1
Practical Nature
Nature, Technology and Society
Climate Changes
Introduction to Economics
Economic Environment
Basics for Enterprising
Mathematics – Extra and Basics
Practical Physics
Logic
Culture Blast
Myth and Literature
Creative Writing
Sportsmans Self-care and Contact Sports
Sports Management and Endurance Sports
Anatomy of Person and Strenght Training
Introduction to Media
The Art of Media and Advertising
The Possibilities and Threats of Social Media
G2
Anatomy and Physiology
Healthcare
Principals of Chemical Processes
Creating Student Company
Student Company Management
Entrepreneurship and Environment
Introduction to Engineering
Modelling
Robotics
Technical Drawing
Design Processes
Architecture as the Living Environment
Introduction to Recreation and Organising Recreational Activities
Marketing Communication and Event Planning I, II
Literature and Film
Creating a Short Film
Film Analysis
G3
The Chemistry of Life
The Physics of Life
Applied Biology
Everyday Law
Crime and Justice
Political Ideologies
Introduction to Engineering
Modelling
Practical Robotics
Creating Music
Contemporary Art
Creating Practicum
The Globalizing World
Social Entrepreneurship
Practical Psychology
Leading the Development
Innovation in Education
Creating the Learning Environment and Practice
Elective Courses
During their studies, students have to pass at least 6 elective courses. We offer a wide spectrum of electives that students can freely choose from. It is also possible to consider a study or activity that is external to the school curriculum as part of the school curriculum (eg School of Exact Sciences of Tartu University), university courses, music and art schools, sports and participation in student board activities.
Apart from languages and extracurricular activities, most of the electives are taught during the second and the third study period. The third study period elective is taught during the elective week, during which there are no other lessons apart from the elective.
OUR ELECTIVES
FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND CULTURE
- Spanish
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Swedish
- Practical Asian Food and Tea Culture
MUSIC, MEDIA, DRAMA AND ARTS
- Vocal Ansamble
- School choir
- School Band
- School Media "Hüpernool"
- Theatre Troupe "Eksperiment"
- Debate Club
- Creative Project
- Practical Negotiation Skills
- Practicum in Literature
- Core Texts in Literature
- Creative Writing
- Folk Dance
IT, TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCES
- Programming for Beginners
- Introduction to Videography
- Creating a Short Movie
- Basics of Photography
- Digital Serious Game Development
- Mathematical Economics
- Financial Literacy
NATURE, LIFESTYLE AND SAFETY
- Practical Chemistry
- Nature Survival Course
- Yoga
- First Aid
- National Defense
- Training Camp
- Self Leadership Course
- Mastering the Ball Sports and Overall Physical Training
ORGANISATION
The school year is divided into three study periods.
Courses last for 21 hours for 10-11 weeks.
At the end of every study period, there is a concluding week for prelims, study trips, some lessons etc.
SCHEDULE
SCHOOL IS OPEN FOR STUDENTS FROM 7:00 – 20:00
LESSONS ARE 70 MINUTES
Student Council
Media team
Contact Us
TAMMEPÕLLU TEE 2, HAABNEEME, 74001
+372 56 947 818
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