PROJECT AULA REGIA

Educational programs for schools
In March 2022 we started to implement an experiential educational project called "Aula Regia" ("Royal Hall") for the elementary school pupils. In a creative way the project introduces to children Aula Regia (the church of St. Jacob St. in Prague Zbraslav) as a place substantially connected with the most important royal family in Bohemia. Originally the medieval church of St. Jacob the Elder stands on the grounds
of a former Cistercian monastery. The church contains the remains of King Wenceslas II, Queen Elisabeth Premyslid (Mother of King Charles IV.) and other members of the royal family, as well as a famous panel painting of the Madonna of Zbraslav. In an effort to encourage in children ethical values and traditions, which are deeply rooted and universally accepted in European culture, our project's programs also present the message of the main Christian feasts. They expand pupils' knowledge about the regional elements of the place where they live and, with full respect for their faith, they clarify the Christian roots of the European culture in which children grow up and are confronted with them. The combination of this place with elements of experiential pedagogy makes this project attractive and beneficial not only for pupils but also for teachers.
More detailed information about the project and types of programs can be found on the Czech website
As Pope Francis stated in the Motu Proprio "On the Protection of Minors and Vulnerable Persons", "the protection of minors and vulnerable persons is an integral part of the Gospel message that the Church and all its members are called to proclaim." We attach below our basic Policy & Procedures.
A more detailed policy you can see on our Czech website

snippets of feedback
From March 2022 to June 2025, we have implemented more then 140 programmes,
involving approximately 2,660 children from 20 different primary schools.
THEY WROTE ABOUT US:
- Elementary School Vladislav Vančura, Prague - Zbraslav:
"We saw interesting corners of the church. The children took away a lot of interesting information and experiences." (Royal Hall program...)
"Thank you for the opportunity to visit the church - it is not usual and the children do not have this opportunity. That's why it's great that you prepared this program. The whole program was very nicely prepared for the children. A combination of different methods, ways of introducing the Christmas story." (Let's go to Bethlehem Together)
""In our school we have a project called Easter in which we will use our newly acquired knowledge. I rate the work as well prepared, well thought out. I was pleased with the children's interest and their knowledge of Easter and its traditions." (Easter story program...)
- Prague-Radotín Primary School:
"Excellent, understandable concept of Czech history, involvement of all children in various activities, alternation of activities." (Aula Regia program...)
"Based on satisfaction with the Christmas program, we also chose the Easter program." (Easter Story program...)
"In a non-violent way you introduce the children to the Bible story, from which you select themes that are important to the children, that are close to them..." (Easter Story program...)
"A caress - more programs like this." (The Light of Bethlehem program... )
- Primary School One Tree - Černošice:
"I consider it beneficial that the program takes place right in the church. For some children it is a new experience." (Let's Go to Bethlehem Together program)
- Elementary School Písnická, Prague - Kamýk:
"Excellent work, friendly and kind approach to children, interesting interactive program. The children learned a lot of new information not only from the spiritual area." (Aula Regia program...)
- Primary School CM Lerchova, Brno:
"The project complemented our program "In the footsteps of Charles IV". The children got a comprehensive idea about the Premyslids." (Aula Regia program...)
- Primary School Na dlouhém lánu, Prague 6 (Montessori programme):
"We were very satisfied with the program, the children liked it, they were interested in the activities all the time. The pupils also learned a lot of new information through their own experience (...). Compared to other children's programs we have the opportunity to attend during the year, I would rate it as well above average. I informed my colleagues about the program and highly recommended it." (Easter Story program... )
There is no fee for the programs
The project is being implemented with the financial support of the EU/NPO/MK
and Municipal District of Prague-Zbraslav


