A unique education institution with nationwide scope and a long-standing tradition that stretches back to 1870 and provides a full education, from standard curricula to specialized higher education, at the same school. As a result of the school's broader focus on art and universal outlook, its' graduates find work at small glassmaking companies, glass studios and adver¬tising agencies. A grammar school is also part of the institution. A significant percentage of graduates of Specializations continue their studies at different types of colleges and universities. The situation is similar among graduates of the College, many of whom continue on to university.