Academia International School Zurich
International School in Zurich
Quick answer
Academia International School Zurich follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Well-suited to premium-budget families. Tuition of $28,800–$28,800/year is in line with Zurich averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $28,800–$28,800/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 16 (max 20) Zurich international school · 100 students total.
- 20 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 14 to 18 age range accepted.
100
20
16 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Academia International School Zurich
At the Academia International School Zurich, we prepare our students from Y7 to Y12 for the International A Level. We foster a warm and respectful school community in which students feel safe to tackle and learn new things. In this motivating learning environment, all students can celebrate academic success. www.academia-international.ch/campus-zurich
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $28,800 – $28,800 |
| Annual tuition (local) | CHF 28800-CHF 28800 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $30,230(+5%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $31,730 |
| Cost position in Zurich | 59th percentile(above average) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
IGCSE: 81% scored B/5 or above; 34% earning marks of 8+. IAL: 96% scored a C grade or higher; 33% earning A grades
French, German
unknown
Yes
No, but a kitchen where students can eat their lunch. Restaurants, cafés and shops are close by.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
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