International Christian School of Vienna vs Vienna International School

	I International Christian School of Vienna Vienna, Austria	V Vienna International School Vienna, Austria
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €10,428 - 23,088	Fees / year €15,896 - 29,160
Age range	Age range 5 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,400
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1986	Opened 1959
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Vienna, Austria, in the 22nd district (Donaustadt). The campus is at Wagramer Strasse 175 / Panethgasse 6a, 1220 Vienna, Austria. It has excellent access to public transportation within walking distance of the U1 subway line Rennbahnweg, and is a few stations from the United Nations building, about 20 minutes from the city center.	Location The Vienna International School is located at Straße der Menschenrechte 1, 1220 Vienna, Austria. It sits in Vienna's 22nd district and is very close to the Vienna International Centre (VIC). It is easily accessible by subway (U1, Kagran stop) and by VIS bus services; parking around the school is difficult.
Stages	Stages Elementary School – Primary (age 5) through Grade 5; Secondary School – Middle School: Grades 6 to 8; High School: Grades 9 to 12.	Stages Primary School and Secondary School.
School type	School type Private international Christian school with Öffentlichkeitsrecht status, fully accredited by ACSI and MSA, and an IB World School offering an American curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme option for Grades 11–12.	School type IB World School authorized to teach the IB PYP, MYP and DP.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 340 students in grades Primary through 12; 65 nationalities represented; welcomes international, diplomatic, missionary, and local families.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English language learner (ELL) support is provided; grades for ELL may be reported as Pass/Fail.	Additional learning support Learning Support Services are available from the Early Learning Centre through Grade 12; ILP/Accommodation Plans are developed for students with identified learning differences. In-Class Support is provided in both Primary and Secondary; Skills Lab and Intervention (Primary) support general learning skills, and 1:1 Support and Reader/Scribe are available where needed. The goals and strategies are reviewed with teachers, Learning Support staff, students and parents throughout the year.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Austria	Country affiliation Austria
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Christian; weekly Chapel sessions and Bible classes four times a week; school operates from a Christian worldview.	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Language of instruction is English; German instruction is provided at varying levels from Primary through Grade 12. IB Spanish ab initio is available in Grades 11–12, with IB French and IB Mandarin offered through the online IB Pamoja platform. School hours: Elementary 8:30–15:20; Secondary 8:30–15:25; Thursday late start 8:55; doors open at 7:50; After School Care for Elementary 15:35–17:30; Middle/High School after 16:00.	School day structure Lessons start at 08:30. The Primary day (ELC, Primary, Grades 1–5) finishes at 14:55 and the Secondary day ends at 15:15.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details VIS offers bus services with routes via Blaguss; bus coordinator Blaguss; contact vis@blaguss.com; morning and afternoon routes are provided; students should be at their bus stops at least five minutes before arrival.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Initial application and registration fees - Non‑refundable Application Fee (new students): EUR 400. - Non‑refundable Registration Fee (new students): EUR 1,680. Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027 academic year) - Primary (early years): - Tuition: EUR 8,568 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total (tuition + capital assessment): EUR 10,940. - Grade 1–5: - Tuition: EUR 17,100 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total: EUR 19,472. - Grade 6–8 (Middle School): - Tuition: EUR 19,920 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total: EUR 22,292. - Grade 9–10: - Tuition: EUR 21,364 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total: EUR 23,736. - Grade 11: - Tuition: EUR 21,456 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total: EUR 23,828. - Grade 12: - Tuition: EUR 21,848 per year. - Annual Capital Assessment Fee: EUR 2,372. - Annual total: EUR 24,220. Per‑payment examples (annual total divided evenly) - One total payment: full annual total as above. - Two semester payments (example = annual total ÷ 2): - Primary: EUR 5,470 per semester. - Grade 1–5: EUR 9,736 per semester. - Grade 6–8: EUR 11,146 per semester. - Grade 9–10: EUR 11,868 per semester. - Grade 11: EUR 11,914 per semester. - Grade 12: EUR 12,110 per semester. - Quarterly payments (example = annual total ÷ 4): - Primary: EUR 2,735 per quarter. - Grade 1–5: EUR 4,868 per quarter. - Grade 6–8: EUR 5,573 per quarter. - Grade 9–10: EUR 5,934 per quarter. - Grade 11: EUR 5,957 per quarter. - Grade 12: EUR 6,055 per quarter. - Ten monthly payments (example = annual total ÷ 10): - Primary: EUR 1,094.00 per month. - Grade 1–5: EUR 1,947.20 per month. - Grade 6–8: EUR 2,229.20 per month. - Grade 9–10: EUR 2,373.60 per month. - Grade 11: EUR 2,382.80 per month. - Grade 12: EUR 2,422.00 per month. Supplemental and other fees - Essential supplemental fees (annual): - SSS1 Accommodations Management: EUR 280. - SSS2 Supported Studies: EUR 920. - SSS3 Directed Studies: EUR 1,820. - SSS4 Extended Support: EUR 2,652. - SSS5 Modified Individual Instruction: EUR 5,300 – EUR 10,620. - SSS6 Individual Student Aide: fee determined by individual needs. - Non‑essential supplemental fees (examples): - Lunch program (annual, daily lunch): starting at EUR 1,092. - Elementary after‑school care (daily care, charged quarterly): starting at EUR 800. - Secondary sports (per sport season): Middle School EUR 80; High School EUR 100. - IB Programme (Grades 11–12): Full IB Diploma EUR 736; Individual IB course EUR 368 (plus EUR 64 per additional course); IB Pamoja course starting at EUR 1,732. - Discounts: Families with three concurrently enrolled children receive a 10% tuition discount on the third child; the fourth and each subsequent child receive a 20% discount. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices are issued on the 15th of each month (August through May) prior to the due date. - Payment options and due dates: - A. One total payment: due October 1. - B. Two semester payments: due September 1 and February 1. - C. Quarterly payments: due September 1, November 1, February 1, and April 1. - D. Ten monthly payments: due each month, September through June (requires a signed direct‑debit authorization; cash is not accepted for the ten monthly option). - The ten‑monthly payment option is only available for students who start on the first day of the school year; students who start later may select payment options A–C only. Bank / payment details - Bank transfer information provided for payments (IBAN/BIC): - IBAN: AT18 2081 5232 0009 3831. - BIC / SWIFT: STSPAT2GXXX. - The ten‑monthly option requires a signed direct debit authorization from a designated personal bank account. Withdrawal, refunds and late‑enrolment policy - A written request for student withdrawal must be submitted at least thirty (30) days before the student's expected last day of attendance. - All tuition for the current month of attendance plus the remaining Capital Assessment Fee for the full year must be paid before official student records are released. - Student records, including the diploma, are withheld until all tuition and fees are paid in full. - Late / mid‑year enrolment schedule (annual tuition payable as a percentage depending on start date): - Before October 23, 2026: 100% of annual tuition. - October 24, 2026–January 6, 2027: 75%. - January 7, 2027–January 15, 2027: 60%. - January 16, 2027–April 2, 2027: 50%. - April 3, 2027–June 9, 2027: 25%. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees apply. Other costs / notes - The published fees list additional chargeable items such as the lunch program, after‑school care, sports participation fees and IB course fees (see Supplemental Fees above). No separate mandatory uniform fee is listed in the published tuition and fees information for 2026–2027.	Fee details Application and One‑time Entry Fees - Application Fee: €670 (one‑time, payable on submission of an online application; non‑refundable). - Admissions Fee: €5,760 (one‑time, payable after an offer is accepted; non‑refundable; reduced to 50% for students re‑entering within two years). - Capital Fee: Standard amount €5,040 (one‑time, payable within 14 days of invoice after acceptance). A separate reduced Capital Fee applies for children of VBOs and the Diplomatic Corps (€3,500 listed). Capital fees are non‑refundable. - Deposit: €620 (one‑time, refundable subject to completion of the Leaver's Clearance process and return of school property; refund without interest and subject to specified time limits and conditions). Annual Tuition fees and instalment detail (2026/27 schedule) - Early Learning Centre (ELC) full day (8:30–14:55): Annual tuition €15,896; four equal instalments of €3,974 due 30 Aug 2026, 30 Oct 2026, 30 Jan 2027, 30 Mar 2027. - ELC half day (8:30–11:45): Annual tuition €9,253; four instalments ~€2,313/€2,314 due on the same dates. - Primary (Grade Primary and Grades 1–5): Annual tuition €23,675; four instalments of €5,919 / final instalment €5,918 due 30 Aug, 30 Oct, 30 Jan, 30 Mar. - Middle School (Grades 6–10): Annual tuition €27,997; four instalments of €6,999 / final instalment €7,000 due 30 Aug, 30 Oct, 30 Jan, 30 Mar. - Senior Years (Grade 11): Annual tuition €29,160; four instalments of €7,290 due 30 Aug, 30 Oct, 30 Jan, 30 Mar. Grade 12: Annual tuition €29,160; three instalments of €9,720 due 30 Aug, 30 Oct and 30 Jan (Grade 12 has a three‑instalment option). Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoices for the new school year are issued by 30 June for students enrolled by that date; full tuition is due by 30 August unless the instalment plan is selected. Instalment due dates are 30 August, 30 October, 30 January and 30 March for ELC–Grade 11; Grade 12 instalments fall on 30 August, 30 October and 30 January. The school calculates tuition on full months and covers ten months of instruction. A €15 charge is applied for each late payment reminder. The school may terminate the schooling contract and unenrol a student for unpaid fees after due process. Payment methods and invoicing - Invoices are issued electronically to the billing email address provided. Cash payments are not accepted. Families may set up a Direct Debit Authorization or a Standing Payment Order through their bank to meet payment obligations; the Finance Office can assist with setting these up. Third‑party payments are accepted only if arranged on the online application and the parent/guardian remains liable for any outstanding balances. Boarding - Vienna International School is a day school; boarding facilities are not provided. Other fees and variable charges - English Language Acquisition (ELA) fee: €870 per semester for students who require ELA instruction (this ELA fee is not applied to children of VBOs or the Diplomatic Corps). - Individual Learning Support (Intensive 1:1) example rate: a full‑time (100%) ILA rate is listed at €52,480 (parents are charged according to the percentage of ILA time required; costs include readers/scribes where applicable). Learning support charges are invoiced when support is agreed and are payable within 14 days. - Testing and examination fees (e.g., external exams, IB re‑sit subject fees, SAT/PSAT) are invoiced separately and are payable within 14 days of invoice. - School trips and excursions are billed per participant (category C and D trips) with estimated costs communicated at least four weeks before departure. Payments for trips are due in full within 14 days of invoice or before the event; payments are not refundable if a student withdraws from the activity except for certified medical reasons. - Extra‑curricular activity fees vary by activity and are invoiced separately; payments are due within 14 days of invoice or prior to participation. Replacement student ID cards or lost/damaged school items may incur additional charges. Refunds and early departure - Application, Admissions and Capital Fees are non‑refundable once charged. The deposit is refundable (without interest) at the time of withdrawal or on Grade 12 graduation provided the Leaver's Clearance is complete and all school property has been returned; a bank account must be provided in writing for refund. If no refund request is received within three years of withdrawal, entitlement to refund lapses. The deposit will not be refunded if the family fails to submit a re‑enrolment response by the stated deadline or changes a confirmed re‑enrolment from YES to NO after the deadline. For early contract termination, fees are pro‑rated by full calendar months and remain payable until the termination takes effect (typically two months after written notice unless otherwise stated). Credit balances of prepaid fees are refundable (without interest) after settlement of outstanding claims. Force majeure events leading to school closure do not trigger tuition refunds for lost instructional days. Late payment and collection - Late payment reminders incur €15 per reminder; persistent non‑payment may lead to unenrolment and the recovery of outstanding amounts (legal/professional costs borne by the parent/guardian). Final reports and diplomas are withheld until all fees are paid in full.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school does not provide boarding facilities; students must live with a parent or guardian while enrolled.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school does not have a uniform. A dress code emphasizes modesty, academic attire, and neatness.	Uniform requirement The school does not require a uniform. Students may wear clothing that is appropriate and comfortable, reflecting their individual personalities.
Food options	Food options Yes, a lunch program is offered in partnership with Kulinario. The menu includes a small or regular three-course option or a sandwich option, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices; weekly menus and allergen information are posted. Participation is optional, meals are charged via a cashless prepaid lunch card, and Grades 7–12 may leave campus for lunch on designated days with parental permission.	Food options A daily lunch programme is provided through a full-service cafeteria operated by Sodexo. The menu includes vegetarian options and allergen information is available; students may also bring their own food.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a School Board and led by Director Siebert J. Myburgh, M.Ed. Board members include Chair Marin Kalinov; Treasurer Ing. Othmar Scharrer; Secretary Carrie Brinegar; Vice-Treasurer Robert Schoklitsch; and board members David Phillips, Mike Walt, and Dr. Gregor Klammer. The school is an Austrian private school with Öffentlichkeitsrecht (public status) and has its own statute, and it is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA); it is an IB World School.	Governance and ownership The Vienna International School Association (VISA) operates VIS. VISA is a not-for-profit association founded under Austrian law in 1977 to promote international education in Vienna and is governed by a Board of Governors.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The International Christian School of Vienna follows an American curriculum from Primary (age 5) to Grade 12, with an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme option for High School in Grades 11 and 12. The curriculum is aligned with the National Common Core State Standards (CCSS), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and American Education Reaches Out (AERO).	Curriculum details Vienna International School delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum across its Primary and Secondary Schools. The Primary School follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), developed and implemented to build academic, social, physical and emotional skills. The Primary environment is multilingual: most students learn English as an additional language; German is taught from age five; Mother Tongue and PAL programmes support more than twenty languages. In Secondary, VIS offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The Diploma Programme can be pursued as the VIS Diploma with IB courses or as the IB Diploma, with or without Austrian Matura Equivalence, and includes core elements such as Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Average class size across the school is 15 students per class, with a maximum of 24; IB classes in Grades 11 and 12 average 11 students.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma pass rate has been 100% in the last few years; in 2023-2024, 100% of IB Diploma candidates passed with an average score of 33.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression A School Counselor supports post-high school planning and university preparation; graduates have gained admission to universities worldwide; the IB Diploma is accepted as a university entrance qualification by Austrian universities, and the American High School Diploma is recognized as well.	Higher education progression VIS is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO); the VIS High School Diploma is accredited by the Middle States Association and VIS is an official test centre for the College Board's PSAT and SAT. The University Advice programme supports Grade 11 and 12 students in choosing universities and preparing applications, with graduates applying to prestigious universities worldwide. The Universities Our Graduates Attend section notes these destinations and the complete list is available in the brochure.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning ICSV supports social and emotional development through a dedicated student support system and a School Counselor. The Student Support Services program offers English Language Learner (ELL) instruction at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, along with Learning Support for mild to moderate learning challenges. Both ELL and Learning Support are available in Elementary and Secondary and incur an additional fee. The School Counselor provides academic and social-emotional guidance, helps with time management, and assists with post‑high‑school planning. Spiritual Formation activities—including Bible study, weekly chapels, mentoring, and small groups—contribute to a caring community and character development. All staff teach from a biblical worldview and model Christ-like relationships, reinforcing students' well-being.	Social & emotional learning Social emotional learning and pastoral care are central to VIS. The program helps students develop self-management, relationship skills, social awareness, and responsible decision making to support academic success. Building community is a school-wide duty of care; every student has a trusted adult and is known within the school. In Primary School the classroom teacher is the first point of contact, with grade level leaders and social emotional counselors; in Secondary School, a network includes a grade level leader, an advisor, social emotional counselors, university counselors and a curriculum leader for student learning support. The social emotional curriculum is evidence-based, comprehensive, and age-appropriate.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) ICSV provides Learning Support for students with mild to moderate learning challenges. Elementary Learning Support includes in-class and small-group help from a learning support teacher and assistants, focusing on re-teaching in math, reading, and writing; some students may take LS in place of English or a foreign language. An Individual Learning Support Plan outlines each student's goals and accommodations. Both Elementary ELL and LS options incur an additional fee. In Secondary, Learning Support is available on a varied basis with a trained learning specialist, including group and pull-out support, based on need and capacity. There is an additional fee for LS services.	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Support Services empower all students to be successful and responsible learners in a nurturing and diverse IB World School. They aim to enable students to become empowered lifelong learners who value their strengths and understand their needs to work toward their potential. Difference and diversity are central, and meaningful and equitable access to the curriculum is provided for IB students. Learning Support is available from the Early Learning Centre through Grade 12, with an ILP or AP for students with identified needs. Specific in-school supports include In-Class Support, Skills Lab, Intervention (Primary), 1:1 Support and Reader/Scribe, with ongoing collaboration among teachers, Learning Support staff, students and parents.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language ICSV provides an English Language Learner (ELL) program to assist non-native English-speaking students. The classroom and ELL teachers lead instruction, with additional support from English language teachers who provide consultation and evaluation. Students' English proficiency is assessed using test results, work samples, and prior records to tailor support. Elementary students in Extended ELL (ELL1) replace German class and receive pull-out support; Regular ELL (ELL2) continues English instruction in place of German. In Secondary, Middle School uses Extended ELL (ELL1) and General ELL (ELL3), while High School uses General ELL (ELL3). The goal is for students to become independent learners in an English-language environment.	English as an additional language English Language Acquisition (ELA) supports students whose mother tongue is not English to acquire English and participate confidently across the curriculum. ELA is embedded in the school curriculum with different levels of support and is delivered by language acquisition specialists. Progress is continuously monitored and decisions about a student's current language phase are made collaboratively by ELA teachers and class teachers. ELA aligns with IB PYP Language Phases and IB MYP Language Acquisition frameworks; intensive students may receive dedicated instruction in small groups.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing ICSV supports mental wellbeing through the School Counselor, who provides academic and social-emotional guidance and assists with post-high-school planning. The counselor offers individual and small-group support, and parents may schedule meetings by appointment. Spiritual Formation activities, including Bible classes and weekly chapels, contribute to a supportive community and values-based development. All staff teach from a biblical worldview, and daily interactions model Christ-like relationships. The school emphasizes a caring culture and balanced living as part of its approach to student wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a visible priority at VIS. Mental Health Awareness Week and related activities encourage resilience, balance, and acts of kindness within the school community. A community database of Vienna-area resources supports families beyond the classroom. Counselling and pastoral care structures provide ongoing support for emotional wellbeing and are complemented by wellbeing initiatives across the school.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding ICSV maintains a Child Protection Policy to safeguard the welfare of all students. All employees and volunteers are mandatory reporters for suspected abuse. Suspicions of abuse are reported to the Jugendamt (MA11) for determination. Abuse is defined as physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect. The policy adheres to Austrian regulations and emphasizes reporting, safeguarding, and prevention.	Safeguarding Vienna International School commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every student, physically and socially emotionally, on campus and in school activities off campus. The school embeds the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and has two Child Protection/Student Safeguarding Officers who lead a team of counselors and staff. Safeguarding and child protection are prioritized through staff training, education, and safe recruitment practices, and safeguarding concerns are handled in line with the Child Protection Policy. VIS is accredited by the Council of International Schools and Middle States Accreditation and complies with GDPR requirements.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Plan collaborative and creative learning spaces for up to 600 students. A multi-floor learning commons provides areas for individualized learning, a library with digital resources, and pull-out rooms for non-native English speakers and students with learning challenges. Labs and makerspaces will support science, engineering, technology, and creative arts learning. An athletics facility includes a gymnasium and outdoor sports areas, including a large soccer field and outdoor basketball courts, with a running track on the roof of the main building. A performing arts space provides a stage, dressing rooms, and music practice rooms for drama productions, concerts, chapel events, and school assemblies, and spaces for spiritual formation support worship and instruction.	Facilities overview The campus is located in Vienna's 22nd district and is accessible via the city subway. A virtual tour lets visitors explore the premises and facilities. The Primary and Secondary Library offers 55,000 items, 850 square metres of learning space and seating for 160. The sport facilities cover 2,000 square metres with five gymnasia and a competition-size basketball court, a playing field and running track, a Cycling & Running Trail with a workout station, table tennis and a Panther Sports Dome, plus a multi-purpose indoor hall; energy use is managed with a central LED system. The Arts facilities include seven music rooms, three art studios, a 220-seat theatre and an outdoor theatre arena. Science and Design facilities include a Food Technology Centre, three Design Laboratories, seven Science Laboratories, two Product Design Studios and four Garden Classrooms, with magnetic walls, WIFI and air conditioning, and ECO heating controls; health and security provisions include a nurse on campus at all times, a school doctor visiting three times a week, and security measures such as visitor checks and CCTV.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities An athletics facility includes a gymnasium and outdoor sports area to support physical education and athletic programs. A large soccer field and outdoor basketball courts are part of the campus. A running track is located on the roof of the main building. These facilities are designed to host competitions and after-school activities.	Sports facilities Sport facilities include an all-weather area of 2,000 square metres with five gymnasia featuring competition-size basketball courts, a playing field and running track. A Cycling & Running Trail with a workout station, table tennis and an arboretum is housed in the Panther Sports Dome, and a multi-purpose indoor hall supports PE lessons and after-school activities. Energy efficiency is supported by a central LED lighting system.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Labs and makerspaces are designed for science, engineering, technology, and creative arts learning. The building includes science labs and makerspaces integrated into the design to support multidisciplinary, hands-on learning. A library with digital resources, dedicated study areas, and pull-out rooms for non-native English speakers and students with learning challenges supports literacy and learning. Classrooms, computer labs, learning commons, and administrative offices are part of the academic facilities. Counseling offices and spiritual formation offices support student well-being and growth.	Academic facilities Science and Design facilities include a Food Technology Centre, three Design Laboratories, seven Science Laboratories, two Product Design Studios and four Garden Classrooms, with magnetic walls, WIFI and air conditioning, and ECO heating controls. They provide spaces and equipment to support hands-on inquiry across science, technology and design disciplines.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Chapel events, school events, and class trips are part of student life. Performing arts spaces support drama productions, concerts, and school assemblies outside class time. A recording studio and pottery space with a kiln support arts and creative projects. Makerspaces and learning spaces encourage projects beyond the classroom. Athletics facilities support after-school sports and competitions.	Extra curricular facilities Extra-curricular activities include After School Activities and an Extended Day Programme. Arts enrichment is provided through Performing Arts facilities including seven music rooms, three art studios and a 220-seat theatre. Competitive Sports are offered as part of VIS's programme. The Mother Tongue Programme supports home-language learning.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The International Christian School of Vienna began in 1985 when a community of missionary families asked Black Forest Academy in Kandern, Germany, to help start a school in Vienna. The school opened in 1986 after registration with the Wiener Stadtschulrat and began at Quellenstrasse with 25 students; it moved to Kreilplatz 1/2 in 1992, growing to 156 students and 40 faculty and staff. From 1995 to 2001 the Vienna Christian School Board expanded the campus by purchasing a porcelain factory and moving the school to Wagramerstrasse 175/Panethgasse 6a in September 2001; the school was first accredited by ACSI on October 15, 2001 and by MSA on January 1, 2009, with Öffentlichkeitsrecht granted in 2005. In 2013 the FKÖ recognized the evangelical churches and ICSV joined the FKÖ consortium in 2014. The school began expanding in 2017 and in May 2019 was listed in the Grundbuch as the official owner of the property; today the school represents 320 students from over 65 nationalities and is pursuing a state-of-the-art facility to accommodate 500-600 students, including four science labs, a double gymnasium, and learning commons.	History The school traces its beginnings to a small school established in 1955 under the patronage of the British, US and Indian Embassies to educate about eighty children after army schools closed. Rapid growth and differing qualifications required by the North American and the British school systems led to its division in 1959, resulting in the English School and the American International School. The English International School became the nucleus of the new Vienna International School (VIS), run by the non-profit Vienna International School Association, and began preparing candidates for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. By 1981 VIS celebrated its first IB Diploma graduates, and that same year a comprehensive agreement was signed among the Board of Governors, the Republic of Austria and the City of Vienna to ensure stability and development of international education in Vienna. In 1984 VIS moved into its current building on Strasse der Menschenrechte and received recognition from the Austrian Federal Ministry for Education.
Community	Community The school serves a diverse community with students representing around 65 nationalities. Students participate in a wide range of activities including student government, drama and musical productions, fundraisers, school-wide and class-sponsored events, the Spring International Festival, praise nights, and annual Christmas and Spring concerts. Community service initiatives and partnerships with organizations provide service opportunities for students and reflect the schools emphasis on character and service.	Community VIS hosts almost 1400 students from more than 100 countries, valuing diversity and the opportunity to share different values and traditions from around the world. The school provides the context for parents, teachers and students to come together to foster constructive communication. We aim to be a home away from home for the VIS community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association ICSV has a Parent Community organization, a group of parents/guardians who welcome and orient new families to ICSV. Parents are encouraged to become involved as volunteers in library/teacher/office aides, guest speakers in classrooms, field trip chaperones, and at school events.	Parent teacher association The PTA is a non-profit organization run by parents/guardians, teachers and staff. Monthly PTA meetings are open to everyone and are held to meet and greet, plan and organize fundraising and social events and activities. All members of the community are encouraged to attend and participate in the various clubs and volunteer opportunities. An elected Executive Committee administers the PTA VIS budget and manages activities. The PTA plans and organizes social events and activities that create, cultivate and celebrate a sense of community at VIS, supports school outreach efforts and student-led initiatives, and raises and distributes PTA funds to benefit the students and community. It advocates for our students and families by promoting good communication between parents, teachers, administration and staff.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The International Christian School of Vienna uses a U.S. curriculum with an international focus. A strong academic program prepares students for entrance into US, Austrian, and international universities. The school also offers the IB Diploma Programme and IB courses to selected students in grades 11 and 12. Graduation requirements for grades 9–12 include English, a foreign language, mathematics, science, social studies, Bible credits, fine arts, and electives.	Academic & intellectual The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at VIS with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, comprising Service, Physical Recreation, Skills, Adventurous Journey, and a Residential Project for Gold. The VIS MYP Prose Writing Competition challenges students to submit creative works of fiction; winners receive a certificate and a local book store voucher. Model United Nations (MUN) provides opportunities to simulate United Nations committees and develop research and argumentation skills. Latin classes are taught in English, based on the Cambridge Latin Course, with a four-year program from Grade 7 to Grade 10; the Diploma in Latin is recognized as Austrian Matura Equivalence.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Arts program includes Visual Arts, Music, Drama, and Digital Arts. Visual Arts offers middle school ceramics and an IB art option in high school, with field trips to see local artists and a Venice art trip every two years. Music includes middle school instrumental instruction and choir; the ACSI Honor Choir provides opportunities to perform with students from Europe, and a worship team leads weekly chapels. Drama enables middle and high school productions, with a London theatre trip every other year.	Arts & creative The Music Program is practical and creative, focusing on creating, performing and listening. In Primary School, students join Rock Bands, Primary Choir, Primary String Ensemble, and Beginner Band; in Secondary School, there are Middle School Choir, High School Choir, Intermediate and Advanced Band, Jazz Band, Secondary String Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, plus the VISMA Instrumental Programme offering private lessons. The theatre program includes an Extra-curricular Theatre and a Primary Drama Production Club, with productions and performances throughout the year. VIS also hosts an IB Diploma Programme Visual Arts exhibition and related events.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language German as a Foreign Language and English Language Learning support language development. German as a Foreign Language is offered in elementary, and English Language Learning supports students across grades. The Romania Mission Trip provides cross-cultural experiences.	Cultural & language Mother Tongue Programme offers lessons in many languages; approximately 20% of students in both Primary and Secondary schools participate. Languages include Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish and many others, with dedicated coordinators and a large international book collection in the libraries (over 3000 books in 60 languages). Mother Tongue lessons are available to all students from GP to Grade 12, typically after school for Primary students and on a negotiated schedule for Secondary students.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The Student Activities Program offers a wide range of after-school options for secondary students including Student Government, Student Ambassadors, Coffeehaus, Praise and Worship Nights, and The Beak Student Newspaper. Students can also participate in talent-based events such as Lip Sync Contests, Talent Show, Spring Festival, and Spirit Weeks. The program emphasizes leadership, service, and Christian character through these activities.	Social & hobbies VIS offers an extensive after-school activities programme; Primary students can stay on campus until 16:15 and Secondary students until 17:15, in a supervised environment with a wide variety of activities. Students in after-school activities meet and become role models in a safe learning and playing environment, reflecting VIS's diverse community and interests.
Community & service	Community & service Romania Mission Trip is a service opportunity for ICSV students. The Student Activities Program provides opportunities to learn leadership skills and to serve others. These experiences reflect the school's emphasis on serving the community.	Community & service The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered at VIS, bringing together cultural, practical, and adventurous activities with three attainment levels (Bronze, Silver and Gold) and opportunities for service and personal growth. The award-based activities complement VIS's emphasis on community engagement and service within the school's broader programmes. Model United Nations is also offered, enabling students to engage in global issues and community-oriented solutions.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student Government and Student Ambassadors provide leadership opportunities for students. The ACSI Student Leadership Conference offers leadership development and collaboration with peers.	Leadership & professional Model United Nations develops diplomacy, teamwork and leadership through simulated committees. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award fosters leadership, self-reliance and service, with opportunities to design one's own programme and pursue personal growth.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ICSV offers a wide variety of sports programs for all secondary students, including Fall, Winter, and Spring sports such as high school and middle school soccer, volleyball, basketball, track and field, and golf. Teams compete in friendly competitions against neighboring international schools and in the Danube Valley Athletic Conference (DVAC) with teams from Vienna, Salzburg, Bratislava, and beyond. The athletics program emphasizes teamwork, self-discipline, time management, and personal growth.	Lifestyle & wellbeing VIS runs a Competitive Sports Programme that extends the regular curriculum with three seasonal offerings (Fall, Winter and Spring) and includes off-site coaching and additional activities such as badminton year-round. The programme emphasizes school pride, teamwork and commitment, with opportunities to compete against international and local schools. An Extended Day Programme provides a structured, supervised environment for younger students with age-appropriate activities, homework supervision and campus access.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision ICSV offers an English Language Learner (ELL) program to assist non-native English-speaking students in raising their level of academic proficiency in English. The classroom and ELL teachers are the primary educators, and English language proficiency is assessed via tests, work samples, and prior records. ELL classes are offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels and are required until the student reaches sufficiency for English-medium instruction. In Elementary, Extended ELL (ELL1) or Regular ELL (ELL2) may replace a German class to support English learning and move toward English-medium instruction.	Language provision Most VIS students are learning English as an additional language. English Language Acquisition (ELA) and other Language Acquisition programmes support English development. All students learn German from age five. VIS supports over 20 additional languages through the Mother Tongue and PAL (Parents Assisting Learning) programmes.
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Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards First international Eco School in Austria; Umweltzeichen accreditation obtained in May 2024; Global Eco School recognition.
Accreditations	Accreditations ACSI accreditation (October 15, 2001); Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation (January 1, 2009)	Accreditations CIS accreditation; IB re-accreditation granted in 2020.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Online Application Form and Supporting Documents are submitted in the online application portal. The child's Passport or Birth Certificate is required. School reports/transcripts must be in English or German; Elementary and Middle School applicants provide the two most recent reports, while High School students provide official transcripts with a timetable indicating hours per subject or credits. The non-refundable Application Fee is €400. Admissions Testing is conducted to determine academic needs after application and documents are submitted. An Admissions Decision is communicated by email if the child is accepted. Enrollment requires paying a Registration Fee of €1680 and submitting the Enrollment Contract within five business days of acceptance. Students who have not lived in Austria for at least three months before the start date must provide TB Clearance. The school has more than 320 students from over 65 countries.	Admissions The school accommodates about 1,400 students and hosts a diverse international community with over 100 nationalities and more than 90 native languages. VIS primarily serves children of staff and members of international organisations or the diplomatic and international business community in Vienna, near the UN Headquarters; it is accessible by the U1 Kagran station and about 15 minutes from the city centre. Applications are submitted online via OpenApply after an inquiry form, and a virtual meeting or campus tour is offered first. An online application requires documents including passport or birth certificate, student photo, and full school reports (translations where needed); Grades 9–12 must demonstrate sufficient English language proficiency; English Language Acquisition support is available for Grades 9–10 (up to 4 hours per week) but not for Grades 11–12. After completion of the online application, the school conducts an internal review; applicants may be waitlisted according to the Admissions Policy and offers are issued when a place becomes available; acceptance and the admission fee payment finalize enrollment. VIS maintains an ongoing admissions process; in 2025-2026 lower Primary grades had places available while other grades were waitlisted; in 2026-2027 offers are issued from February for some grades and continue through spring and summer until all vacancies are filled; an ELC must be 3 years old and toilet-trained by 31 August.
Scholarships	Scholarships Tuition Waiver Fund provides tuition waivers to families with limited resources; donations support this program.	Scholarships The school does not offer scholarships or reductions in fees.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waitlists are maintained for most grade levels; lower Primary (Grade Primary, Grade 1, Grade 2) have places available, while other grades are on waitlists; offers for 2026-2027 begin in February for some grades and continue through spring and summer until vacancies are filled.
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