Prva Sportska Košarkaška Gimnazija Koledž Beograd

Our Story The First Sports Basketball High School – College Belgrade (Prva sportska košarkaška gimnazija Koledž Beograd) was founded on September 2nd, 2002, in Železnik, a quiet suburb of Belgrade, Serbia. The institution was created to fulfill the unique needs of student-athletes, combining rigorous secondary academic education with high-level basketball training. Drawing inspiration from the ancient Greek ideal of a school as a place for both physical exercise and intellectual life, the college operates under the full curriculum authorized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia. Graduates receive a comprehensive diploma that enables them to apply to universities worldwide or to pursue professional basketball careers. The school cultivates a culturally diverse environment, welcoming youth students from more than 33 countries across Asia, North America, South America, Africa, and Europe. Programs & Trainings 🎓 Comprehensive Secondary School Academic Program — A full general-course secondary education covering all subjects required by the Serbian Ministry of Education, preparing graduates for global university entry. 🎓 High-Performance Basketball Training Program — Professional-level basketball training led by a professional coaching staff, focusing on technical, tactical, and competitive development integrated with academic life. 🎓 Boarding School Residential Program — Full on-campus residential accommodation featuring 28 spacious double bedrooms with private bathrooms, wardrobes, desks, TV sets, and Wi-Fi, designed for student-athletes. 🎓 Psychological Skills Development Program — Structured mental training covering self-awareness, self-confidence, goal setting, emotional control, stress management, and athlete mental health. 🎓 Sports Medical & Rehabilitation Program — On-site medical block providing a wide range of treatments including electrotherapy and ultrasound for injury prevention, recovery, and athlete wellness. 🎓 Strength & Conditioning Program — Access to a top-tier gym equipped with the latest equipment for building physical strength and mental determination tailored to modern athletes. 🎓 Competitive Sports Activities Program — Regular training sessions, competitions, and tournament participation scheduled within an adapted curriculum to balance sports and academic demands. 🎓 International Student Integration Program — Dedicated pedagogical and socialization support aimed at widening knowledge and ensuring successful integration for a multicultural student body. Specialties 🎯 Basketball player development for secondary school students 🎯 Dual academic-athletic curriculum design 🎯 Residential boarding for student-athletes 🎯 Sports psychology and mental performance training 🎯 Sports medicine, electrotherapy, and rehabilitation 🎯 International student recruitment and cultural integration 🎯 Strength and conditioning for competitive athletes 🎯 Professional coaching and values-based character development Methods & Approach The institution implements a comprehensive training philosophy that develops students both as young basketball players and as quality individuals, instilling life lessons on and off the court. The pedagogical approach combines an adapted curriculum with effective teaching methods, ensuring that sports activities and academic requirements are optimally balanced. Special attention is paid to psychological and pedagogical work through structured programs aimed at widening students' knowledge and supporting successful socialization. The coaching staff emphasizes the right values alongside professional training standards. Who It's For The school is designed for secondary school-aged student-athletes with special talent and strong ambition in basketball. It caters to youth seeking to combine formal secondary education with active, professional-level sports preparation. The program welcomes both domestic Serbian students and international students from over 33 countries across five continents. It is ideal for individuals aiming either for professional basketball careers or for academic progression to universities worldwide after graduation. Facilities & Practical Info The school complex includes modern classrooms equipped with modern teaching aids, a restaurant, a state-of-the-art sports hall with video-beam technology, changing rooms, and showers. A top-tier gym with the latest equipment supports physical development, while a modern medical block provides electrotherapy and ultrasound treatments. The boarding school offers 28 spacious double bedrooms. The institution maintains a bilingual Serbian and English web presence and provides an E-Register system for academic tracking. Location Address: 15a Stjepana Supanca Street, 11250 Železnik, Republic of Serbia Hours: See website for schedule The "+" ✅ Internationally recognized secondary diploma enabling university applications worldwide ✅ Culturally diverse environment with students from over 33 countries ✅ Professional coaching staff with a proven track record of developing elite players (notable alumni include Miloš Teodosić, Nemanja Bjelica, Miroslav Raduljica, Marko Kešelj, Milan Mačvan, and Marko Gudurić) ✅ Fully integrated campus with boarding, medical, dining, and athletic facilities in one complex ✅ Dedicated psychological support and mental health resources tailored specifically for athletes