Criteria:

1. Children who are starting 1st or 3rd grade and are currently not enrolled in Cosmos International School.

2. Priority is granted to children residing in the village of Osoitsa or in the municipality of Gorna Malina. 

3. Priority is granted to children who attended the summer school at Cosmos International School in 2023.

4. Priority is granted to children who do not have parents, have a single parent, or come from low-income families.

5. Academic excellence: The child should exhibit outstanding grades in all subjects and demonstrate exceptional academic performance during their time in preschool or 2nd grade. Proficiency in the English language is seen as advantageous. As part of the evaluation process, the children will undergo an assessment test.

6. The child and the family should have a desire to pursue education in the Cambridge International Program.

7. Behavior and attitude: The child consistently exhibits good behavior within the classroom, school, or kindergarten environment, serving as a positive role model for their peers. They have a positive attitude towards learning and show a genuine love for nature.

8. Participation in extracurricular activities: The child engages in extracurricular activities such as sports, art, music, scientific projects, or other activities.

9. Creative achievements: The child has notable accomplishments in areas such as literature competitions, visual arts, or musical performances, showcasing their creativity and talent

Application process:

1. 1. Application:

1.1. Registration: Until August 14, 2023, by submitting a free-text scholarship application including the following information: parents’ full names, child’s full name, age, previous educational institutions, residential address, phone number, and email.

1.2. Interview with parents and the child: From August 1 to August 15, based on a pre-arranged meeting. A written assessment of knowledge will be conducted after the meeting.

1. Submission of documents: Please attach all necessary documents that support your child’s application, including academic records, certificates, awards, recommendations, income statements, declarations, official notes, etc.

2. Deadlines: Applications will be reviewed until August 29, and the results will be announced on August 31.

3. Evaluation and selection: The school will assess the submitted applications and select scholarship recipients based on the specified criteria for each scholarship.

4. Notification: After the evaluation and selection process is completed, Cosmos International School will notify all candidates of the results via email. If approved, you will receive a scholarship notification and further instructions.