Mentoring is one of the most important pillars of the school program, supporting children in their individual development, in setting their learning goals, and even laying the foundation for their career orientation. The mentor selection is always an important event in our school’s life, as it marks the first step on a journey where students and teachers work together to achieve personal and community goals.

Mentoring is the "spice" of BPS

At Budapest School, a mentor is not just a teacher but a companion who walks alongside the children through the everyday challenges of school life. Mentors meet with their mentees on a weekly basis, working together both individually and in groups. When necessary, the child and parent can also turn to the mentor separately. This relationship ensures that children receive support not only in academic matters but also in forming their long-term goals, interests, and career paths. For our high school students, mentors play a significant role in career orientation as well.

The mentoring selection process typically allows children to name three teachers they would like as their mentor, without ranking them. From these three choices, a mentor is assigned to accompany them throughout the year. In most of our schools, mentoring is established for one year, and during that time, the mentor and student work together on achieving their individual goals.

Trust, Attention, Devotion

These are the words that best describe these relationships. Feedback shows that strong, close relationships develop between mentors and children. It is a bond of trust, continuously built and evolving, playing a central role in the students' personal and academic growth. The supportive presence of mentors helps students to better understand themselves and to set goals that guide them in finding their own paths.