School life

We strive to create an environment that supports the learning, personal growth, wellbeing and safety of all members of the school community.

Upcoming Events

The school calendar keeps you updated on important events and is updated regularly. Also see the  weekly newsletter to enrolled families.  

15-19
Dec
WHOLE SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK

A heartfelt thanks to the representatives from grades 6 & 7 for collaborating and organising our upcoming Spirit Week.

NOTE: Thursday the 18th is the PYP Dance Party – PYP students will stick to their book character costumes.

We all deserve a night out with a cup of cheer after weeks of grey skies. Let’s get together at Augustas & Barbora Love Story Lounge on Didžioji g. 27. Last time we had as many as 50 people show up.

16
Dec
VISITING AUTHOR

Lithuanian author, Jurga Vilė, will read an extract from her latest book and lead a cozy chat in English with our Dolphin and Penguin classes.

17
Dec
GRADES 8 - 10 MOVEMENT UNIT

The annual transdiscinary unit between art and P.E. will culminate with a nod to the art of jump rope, where the physical and rhythmic routines meet the artistic and visual representation of movement. The P.E. motions and art creations are designed to demonstrate elements of the culture students have chosen to explore.

18
Dec
PYP DANCE PARTY

Grades 1-5 students and parents – put on your dancing shoes and ready your costumes!  VIS will be hosting a book character dance party with children’s literature authors and DJs, Tomas Dirgėla and Justinas Žilinskas, otherwise known as Knygų vaikai. Grade 1-3 will start the party at 14.00 and grades 4 and 5 from 15.15.  

Select your favorite book character and get creative on your costume.  We’ll dance out 2025!

CF GYM

14.00, 15.15 

18
Dec
6-7 DISCO

Grades 6 and 7 will have a disco from 16.15 to 17.15 in the CF gym. There is a planning committee that represents all three classes. Please help us encourage maximum participation.

18
Dec
8 - 10 AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES

Grades 8 – 10 will spend an afternoon at Paupio Pasaka movie theatre enjoying a special treat of Lithuanian made cinema before their holiday break.

13:00-14:55

20-4
Dec-Jan
CHRISTMAS BREAK

Students can rest and recharge; they return to classes on Monday, January 5th,

27
Dec
VIS ALUMNI GATHERING

Pass it along – VIS alumni can gather in the Cookie Factory for pizza and conversation. Alumni are encouraged to participate in making this event happen. Contact Ms. Neringa if you know someone interested in organizing the event:  neringa.sakiniene@vischool.lt

17:30

Jan
GRADE 10 INTENT TO ENROLL

Grade 10 parents will receive an email from Ms. Asta asking to submit a first indication of their child’s chosen Cambridge subjects for Grades 11 &12. Selected subjects can be adjusted and finalised later, based on class availability. The decision to reenrol for the AS/A programme will be based on prior performance at VIS. In order to confirm your place, an advance payment will be required. More information will be shared directly with grade 10 families in January.

23
Jan
Grade 8 - 10 WINTER FORMAL

Students from grades 8 – 10 have requested a special evening to add some energy to the winter calm. They can save the date for a winter formal.

27-29
Jan
SCHOOL PICTURE DAY

Get ready to capture those beautiful smiles! Detailed schedules will be announced in the new year.

VIS School Holidays 2025 - 2026

School holidays at Vilnius International School provide students with time to rest, recharge, and explore new interests. That said, we expect families to respect our school calendar and plan vacations accordingly. VIS has a rather short school year compared to international schools globally, please do not plan to withdraw students early for summer camps. Demonstrate that you take learning seriously by being our partners. 

First day of school celebration
Monday, September 1ˢᵗ
Primary School and Upper School autumn break (EC Supervision available)
Friday, October 24ᵗʰ – Sunday, November 2ⁿᵈ
Christmas break
Saturday, December 20ᵗʰ – Sunday, January 4ᵗʰ
Primary school & Upper school winter break (EC supervision available)
Friday, February 13ᵗʰ – Friday, February 20ᵗʰ
National holiday
Wednesday, March 11ᵗʰ
Easter break
Friday, April 3ʳᵈ – Friday, April 10ᵗʰ
National holiday - Labour Day
Friday, May 1ˢᵗ
Primary school & Upper School last day of school (EC last day of school*)
Wednesday, June 10ᵗʰ
EC last day of school June 26
* EC parents must inform school of intention to attend during the school holidays.
Updated on May 5ᵗʰ, 2025
Afterschool Activities

After-school activities at Vilnius International School offer students a chance to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build lasting friendships. From sports and arts to leadership programs and community service, there’s something for everyone.

These activities encourage creativity, teamwork, and personal growth in a fun and supportive environment. Students can discover new passions while gaining valuable experiences beyond the classroom.

VIS menu for December 15th - 19th

Please note that breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided to Early Childhood learners only, while lunch is provided to all VIS students.

Monday
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack

Buckwheat porridge (L)

Milk (L)

Beef and vegetable soup (N), 

Durum pasta with tomato sauce and cheese (L, G) 

Lettuce and tomato salad

Black bread (G)

Fruit

Yogurt (L, CF)

Buns (G)

Fruit

Tuesday
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack

Rice porridge (L)

Tea with lemon

Cheesy vegetable soup (L, N)

Baked chicken drumsticks 

Bulgur (L,G)

Bean salad 

Black bread (G)

Fruit

Yogurt (L, CF)

Sandwiches with cooked ham and cucumbers (G)

Fruit

Wednesday
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack

Pancakes (L,G)

Pureed strawberries

Sour cream (L)

Tea with lemon

Sorrel soup (N)

Pork shashlik

Brown rice (L)

Cucumber, bell pepper, tomato salad

Black bread (G)

Sour cream (L)

Fruit

String cheese (L, CF)

Berry, fruit and milk smoothie (L)

Corn cakes

Carrots

Thursday
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack

Semolina porridge (L, G)

Milk (L)

Sauerkraut soup (N)

Chicken meatballs (L)

Buckwheat (L)

Mixed green salad

Black bread (G)

Sour cream (L)

Fruit

Yogurt (L, CF)

Sweet curd snack (L)

Fruit

Friday
Breakfast
Lunch
Snack

Oatmeal porridge (L)

Milk (L)

Cream of vegetable soup (L)

Baked salmon with oranges

Mashed potatoes (L)

Beet and leek salad

Black bread (G)

Sour cream (L)

Fruit

Yogurt (L, CF)

String cheese (L)

Mini hard bagels (G)

Fruit

G – Gluten
L – Lactose
N – prepared to retain nutritional value
CF – Cookie Factory grades 8-12
All items subject to change.

Save the date!

Get ready for the EARLY CHILDHOOD WINTER CELEBRATION 

Save the date for a performance by our youngest learners.

Join the fun with the Pandas, Turtles, Penguins, and Dolphins for their winter celebration performance in the Cookie Factory atrium.

16:30-17:30

December 10.