05-19-2026, 08:56 PM
Every parent carries a quiet hope: that their child will grow not only with knowledge, but with confidence, curiosity, and an open heart. Astor School Mezhyhirya was built around this hope. Nestled in the green expanse of Novi Petrivtsi, just outside Kyiv, it is more than a place of learning—it is a setting where children discover who they are meant to become. The mornings here begin with birdsong rather than traffic, and the school day unfolds at a pace that respects both the mind and the spirit.
Who We Are
Astor School Mezhyhirya is a team of educators, mentors, and caregivers who believe that teaching is an act of attention. The school follows the Ukrainian state educational program, yet approaches it with methods that reach beyond textbooks and tests. Teachers work in small groups, noticing the particular way each child thinks, questions, and creates. The staff includes not only qualified instructors, but also a psychologist, pediatrician, and speech therapist, ensuring that growth is watched over with care. There is a belief at the core of this community: that every child deserves to feel seen, safe, and gently challenged.
What We Offer
The school welcomes students from kindergarten through eleventh grade, creating a continuous journey that adapts to each stage of childhood. Classrooms hold no more than twenty pupils, allowing conversation to replace lecture, and collaboration to replace silence. The curriculum is grounded in the Ukrainian educational program, enriched with additional hours of English and a second foreign language, interactive technology, and project-based tasks that ask students to solve, build, and present.
Beyond the standard timetable, the afternoons belong to exploration. Children play golf, tennis, and football on professional grounds. They climb through the rope park, join creative clubs, and take part in elective courses that range from science to the arts. Seasonal camps—autumn, winter, spring, and summer—extend this spirit of discovery into holiday time. The building itself supports this vision: bright, spacious classrooms, a modern computer lab, a full-sized sports hall, a professional kitchen with a cheerful canteen, and a medical point staffed throughout the day.
When It’s Useful
Astor School Mezhyhirya becomes the right choice in moments when a family seeks balance between academic rigor and human warmth. It serves the child who learns best with hands and questions, not only with memorization. It fits the family that values safety, with round-the-clock security, video monitoring, and a protected shelter on site. It answers the need of parents who want their children to grow up bilingual, physically active, and socially aware. And it offers peace of mind to those who believe that nature, quiet, and space to breathe are not luxuries, but essentials for a young mind.
Why Choose Us
What distinguishes this place is the harmony between its setting and its purpose. As a private school near Kyiv, it offers proximity to the capital without the noise and congestion of the city. The territory belongs to the historic Mezhyhirya park, where golf fields, forest trails, and open water create a classroom without walls. The combination of state-certified education with innovative practice means students are prepared for Ukrainian examinations while developing the critical thinking and creativity demanded by the wider world. Personal mentors guide each pupil, helping them set goals and overcome doubt. The food is prepared on site, the medical care is immediate, and the community is small enough that no child is overlooked.
Begin the Journey
The next chapter of a child’s life deserves a setting that honors both ambition and tenderness. Families are invited to learn more about the programs, meet the team, and walk through the grounds where learning feels like a natural part of growing up. https://astor.school/mezhyhirya/
Who We Are
Astor School Mezhyhirya is a team of educators, mentors, and caregivers who believe that teaching is an act of attention. The school follows the Ukrainian state educational program, yet approaches it with methods that reach beyond textbooks and tests. Teachers work in small groups, noticing the particular way each child thinks, questions, and creates. The staff includes not only qualified instructors, but also a psychologist, pediatrician, and speech therapist, ensuring that growth is watched over with care. There is a belief at the core of this community: that every child deserves to feel seen, safe, and gently challenged.
What We Offer
The school welcomes students from kindergarten through eleventh grade, creating a continuous journey that adapts to each stage of childhood. Classrooms hold no more than twenty pupils, allowing conversation to replace lecture, and collaboration to replace silence. The curriculum is grounded in the Ukrainian educational program, enriched with additional hours of English and a second foreign language, interactive technology, and project-based tasks that ask students to solve, build, and present.
Beyond the standard timetable, the afternoons belong to exploration. Children play golf, tennis, and football on professional grounds. They climb through the rope park, join creative clubs, and take part in elective courses that range from science to the arts. Seasonal camps—autumn, winter, spring, and summer—extend this spirit of discovery into holiday time. The building itself supports this vision: bright, spacious classrooms, a modern computer lab, a full-sized sports hall, a professional kitchen with a cheerful canteen, and a medical point staffed throughout the day.
When It’s Useful
Astor School Mezhyhirya becomes the right choice in moments when a family seeks balance between academic rigor and human warmth. It serves the child who learns best with hands and questions, not only with memorization. It fits the family that values safety, with round-the-clock security, video monitoring, and a protected shelter on site. It answers the need of parents who want their children to grow up bilingual, physically active, and socially aware. And it offers peace of mind to those who believe that nature, quiet, and space to breathe are not luxuries, but essentials for a young mind.
Why Choose Us
What distinguishes this place is the harmony between its setting and its purpose. As a private school near Kyiv, it offers proximity to the capital without the noise and congestion of the city. The territory belongs to the historic Mezhyhirya park, where golf fields, forest trails, and open water create a classroom without walls. The combination of state-certified education with innovative practice means students are prepared for Ukrainian examinations while developing the critical thinking and creativity demanded by the wider world. Personal mentors guide each pupil, helping them set goals and overcome doubt. The food is prepared on site, the medical care is immediate, and the community is small enough that no child is overlooked.
Begin the Journey
The next chapter of a child’s life deserves a setting that honors both ambition and tenderness. Families are invited to learn more about the programs, meet the team, and walk through the grounds where learning feels like a natural part of growing up. https://astor.school/mezhyhirya/