Scoala Generala

NovaciScoala GeneralaLocationOur village is situated in the South-West of Romania, in the picturesque province of Oltenia.Our community is situated on the Gilort Valley, and rests on the feet of the Parangu Mountains. The extraordinary landscape and the natural touristic attractions make Novaci a tourist attraction.

HistoryBeing one of the oldest schools in the region, our school has a long history. The first certification dates back to 1835.The older school building in our schoolyard was built in the 1920s and the institution counted four classes, a school museum, a common room and the directors house.The school library was one of the riches in Gorj, but unfortunately, it was burned during the communist government.ArchitectureThe old building was a real pearl among the other schools from this region.A continuous interest in part from the local community made it possible for the reconstruction of the building in 1977.

School missionAll of us, with the parents support, do our best to assure that our students receive a proper education.Our students results from local, national and international competitions are indisputable proves that a good education is the key to success.

Human resources22 teachers are implied in the educational process in this school. The majority have a rich experience in their subject matter as well as good professional competence.The students collective counts around 350 pupils: 174 pupils for the primary and 184 for the elementary school.The school from Pociovalistea and three other kindergartens from Novaci area are under our General School administration.

CuriosityDuring the inter-war period, teachers as well as students were concerned about the importance of having a healthy life and healthy food. For instance , a particular preoccupation was given to the vegetable garden of the school, where all the students worked.

In the 1960s students were taught about a planting process which creates a great quality fruit.