Gimnazija Kranj

What Gimnazija Kranj does

Gimnazija Kranj is a public four-year upper-secondary school (gymnasium) located in Kranj, Slovenia, founded in 1810 and operating under the authority of the Slovenian Ministry of Education, Science and Sport. It enrolls approximately 1,000 students aged 15-18 who have demonstrated above-average results at primary school, and delivers two core academic programmes: the national Program splošne gimnazije culminating in the splošna matura, and the English-taught International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme operated since 2010 under authorization from the IB Organization. In 2026 the school recorded a 100% matura pass rate, an IB cohort average of 40.36 points versus a world average near 30, and 34 golden plus 2 diamond maturantov.

The school's product surface extends beyond academics to include a Maturitetni tečaj (intensive matura retake preparation), a full adult-education pathway for 21+ learners, and a wide extracurricular portfolio. The latter is anchored by the largest debate club in Slovenia (operating in Slovene and English and representing the country on the European circuit), two choirs with international competition results, research and astronomy activities, and participation in MEPI and ERASMUS+ mobility programmes. Operations are supported by standard educational infrastructure including the Arnes national e-classroom LMS, eduroam WiFi roaming, and a 360-degree virtual tour used for prospective-student recruitment.

Gimnazija Kranj is funded primarily through Slovenia's state education budget (recurring per-student allocation) and supplements this with EU and national project grants (Erasmus+, European Structural and Investment Funds, Dvig digitalne kompetence), modest exam and adult-course fees (general matura at €26 per subject or €130 for five subjects; school-based internal components at €15-€100), and alumni contributions via the Podprimo kranjske gimnazijce fund. GTM is event-driven rather than commercial, relying on open days (Dan odprtih vrat), information days (Informativni dan), četrtkanja events, and the school website; enrollment is competitive and routed through the national education system, with the IB programme requiring a separate application, interview, and single-school national restriction.

Name

Gimnazija Kranj

Legal name

Gimnazija Kranj

Website

https://gimkr.si

Company type

Private

Founded year

1810

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gimnazija Kranj is a public four-year gymnasium in Kranj, Slovenia, founded in 1810, serving about 1,000 students aged 15-18 through the national general gimnazija programme and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with adult-education and alumni extensions.

Ownership category

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Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Project-Based/Inquiry-Based Learning (School-Delivered) (EDAJAFAN), Secondary School Exchange Programs (Academic Year/Semester) (EDAIAHAB)

Keywords

• Upper secondary education
• International baccalaureate programme
• General gymnasium curriculum
• University entrance preparation
• Adult education courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Kranj

HQ country

Slovenia

HQ region

Europe

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Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. State-funded education: As a public secondary school in Slovenia, Gimnazija Kranj receives government funding for core educational operations based on student enrollment and program offerings.
2. Matura examination fees: Fees charged for general matura examinations: 26 EUR per individual exam or 130 EUR for complete matura (5 subjects). Additional fees for school-based components including internal exam parts (15 EUR registration, 30 EUR for internal exams in core subjects, 100 EUR for lab work/essays in sciences and humanities).
3. IB programme fees: IB programme costs including preparation courses and examination fees per IB organization schedule.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

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Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Gimnazija Kranj is a four-year public upper-secondary school that delivers the national Program splošne gimnazije (General Gymnasium Programme) leading to the splošna matura examination, and the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) taught in English. The school also offers a Maturitetni tečaj (Matura Preparation Course) for retake candidates and an Adult Education track (matura preparation for 21-year-olds and the gimnazija za odrasle), supplemented by extracurricular activities such as choirs and a debate club.

Product overview

Gimnazija Kranj is a four-year public gymnasium (general upper-secondary school) offering three distinct educational programmes: the national Program splošne gimnazije leading to the splošna matura, the internationally recognized Program mednarodne mature (IB Diploma Programme) taught in English, and adult education pathways including maturitetni tečaj and dedicated adult gymnasium programmes. These core academic products are supplemented by a rich portfolio of extracurricular activities including the renowned Debate Club (largest in Slovenia), the School Choirs with international competition achievements, various sports, research, and cultural clubs, and the EU/ Erasmus+-funded Dvig digitalne kompetence project. The school also provides student support services such as tutoring, counseling, supplementary classes, and academic assistance. A virtual tour enables prospective students to explore the school remotely.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Program splošne gimnazije (General Gymnasium Programme) A four-year upper-secondary general education programme for students aged 15–18, preparing them for the national splošna matura (general matura) examination and subsequent university studies. Delivered in Slovenian, with above-average primary school results required for admission.
• Program mednarodne mature (IB Diploma Programme) A two-year pre-university programme for grades 11–12, taught in English, offering six IB subject groups plus Theory of Knowledge, CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service), and the Extended Essay. Awarded the globally recognized IB Diploma; candidates may take it alongside or instead of the national Matura.
• Maturitetni tečaj (Matura Preparation Course) A standalone intensive course for adults (21-letniki) and candidates retaking the splošna matura, including the 5th matura subject. Provides preparation plus internal assessment components (seminarske naloge, laboratorijske vaje).
• Izobraževanje odraslih (Adult Education) A suite of adult education programmes: Matura preparation for adults aged 21+, the 5th-subject Matura preparation, internal matura components (lab work/seminars), and a full four-year Gimnazija za odrasle track for adult learners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% matura pass rate
• +2 more outcomes

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Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• International Baccalaureate (IB) OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Gimnazija Kranj was approved as an IB World School in 2009 and began offering the IB Diploma Programme in 2010. The school offers comprehensive IBDP curriculum including six subject groups, Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and Extended Essay components. Teaching languages are English and Slovene.
• Erasmus+coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Union exchange programme enabling student and teacher mobility, joint projects, and international collaboration with schools across Europe.
• MEPI (Mednarodno priznanje za mlade)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational award programme for young people recognizing achievements in physical recreation, skills, and service to the community.
• Univerza v LjubljaniminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Ljubljana - primary destination for graduates. Academic partnerships and collaboration in various subject areas.
• Univerza v MariboruminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Maribor - university destination for graduates from Slovenia's northeast region.
• Univerza na PrimorskemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Primorska - coastal university option for graduates.
• Ministrstvo za izobraževanje, znanost in šport (MIZS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMinistry of Education, Science and Sport - primary state regulator and funding provider for Slovenian educational institutions.
• Zavod Republike Slovenije za šolstvocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSlovenian Institute for Education - provides curriculum guidance, teacher training support, and educational quality assurance.
• Državni izpitni center (RIC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Examination Center - administers and evaluates the splošna matura examinations. Gimnazija Kranj works with RIC on examination scheduling and results.
• Mestna občina Kranj (MOK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipality of Kranj - local government partner providing support for school events, traditions like the maturantski sprevod, and community engagement.
• European Choral Association / FeniarcominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean choral federation. Gimnazija Kranj's boys' and girls' choirs participated in Festival di Primavera in Tuscany, Italy, organized under the auspices of this association.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Gimnazija Bežigrad: Public gymnasium in Ljubljana offering the IB Diploma Programme alongside the general matura; directly comparable to Gimnazija Kranj as a state-funded IB World School competing for the same Slovenian IB applicant pool.
• Druga Gimnazija Maribor: Public gymnasium in Maribor operating both general and IB programmes; comparable in programme mix, public funding model, and extracurricular-driven culture.
• Prva Gimnazija Maribor: One of Slovenia's oldest and most prestigious gymnasiums delivering national matura and IB; provides a peer benchmark for academic outcomes, IB performance, and student competition results.

Others

• IB Organization (IBO): Global body that authorises IB World Schools, sets curriculum, and administers IB exams; central to Gimnazija Kranj's programme offering and accreditation.
• Ministrstvo za izobraževanje, znanost in šport (MIZS): Slovenian Ministry of Education, the primary regulator and funding provider for state gymnasiums; relevant as an institutional counterparty rather than a competitor.

Regional players

• Waldorfska šola Ljubljana: Alternative private K-12 school in Slovenia offering an internationally oriented curriculum; competes for academically minded families seeking non-traditional secondary education in the country.

Emerging players

• European School of Brussels II: Multilingual European School offering the European Baccalaureate; comparable as a publicly funded, internationally oriented secondary institution with strong university placement outcomes.
• United World College of the Adriatic: IB World College in Duino, Italy, near the Slovenian border; offers the IB Diploma Programme with a residential, international, and scholarship-driven model, competing for the same top-tier regional applicants.
• British International School of Ljubljana: Private international school in Slovenia offering IB programmes in English; competes for the same internationally mobile, English-speaking families seeking IB credentials, but on a fee-paying model.
• International School of Ljubljana: Private international school in Ljubljana delivering IB programmes in English; provides a tuition-based alternative to state gymnasiums for families prioritising international curriculum.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

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