Foxhill International Bilingual School

Austria, Innsbruck

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English

Fees €5,900 - 8,100

Ages 2 - 10 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages Spanish

Typical class size 15

Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies

Stages Primary School, Kindergarten

Introduction

The Foxhill International Bilingual School is located in Zirl, 10 km west of Innsbruck, in a natural setting. It serves children aged 2 to 14 and offers bilingual education in English and German. The curriculum combines Advanced Placement (AP) with the Austrian curriculum to support progression from Kindergarten through Primary. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 15 students, enabling individualized support in a family‑like learning environment. The program emphasizes language development, intercultural understanding, and personal and social growth, with learning shaped by daily life and outdoor settings. Full‑day care and afternoon care are available. The school promotes cross‑age learning to strengthen social skills and provides a continuous educational pathway in a familiar setting. Extracurricular activities include a Chess Club and an Afterschool Spanish class taught by a native speaker. Seasonal programs and events supplement academics, and a Nature Playground is planned to open in Spring 2025.

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Martinsbühel 6, 6170 Zirl, Austria

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located at Martinsbühel 6, 6170 Zirl, Tirol, Austria. Zirl is a town about 10 km west of Innsbruck, set in the Tyrolean countryside. The campus sits in a natural setting near Innsbruck.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary

Type

Private bilingual school for children aged 2 to 10.

Additional learning support

Individualized learning support.

School day structure

Full-Day Care / Afternoon Care

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Fees

Application / Enrollment fees

- One-time enrollment (Einschreibegebühr): EUR 600 per child. This fee is non-refundable and is required to secure a place.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown per semester; annual amounts shown below)

- Kindergarten / Pre‑School
- Tuition (morning care) per semester: EUR 2,550.
- Tuition per school year (two semesters): EUR 5,100.
- Sibling discount: 10% where applicable.

- Primary / Grundschule (all primary year groups)
- Semester fee (Schulbeitrag): EUR 3,100 per semester.
- Tuition per school year (two semesters): EUR 6,200.
- Sibling discount: 10% where applicable.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoices are issued for the semester contribution after completion of the signed school contract. For primary pupils, the semester contribution must be paid at least 30 working days before the start of the semester. Payment is made by bank transfer to the school account. Late payment is charged at 1% per month; after six weeks additional collection/Inkassokosten may be applied.

- Kindergarten tuition is invoiced and paid to the same school account; the contract lists the bank details for payment. Additional costs (e.g., trips) are billed separately and are limited in total to a stated maximum (see "Other costs").

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day school with full‑day / after‑school care (Ganztagesbetreuung) rather than residential boarding.

Other costs and recurring/one‑off fees

- Annual family membership fee (Vereinsmitgliedsbeitrag): EUR 300 per family, charged per year.

- Additional/special costs (Sonderkosten), for example excursions or external activity costs, are capped in total at up to EUR 500 per year; such costs are billed separately.

- IT devices and teaching materials: parents may be required to cover up to approx. EUR 500 per year for devices/materials (primary).

- School uniform: mandatory; cost for purchase and maintenance is borne by parents. The school provides a limited number of free emblems (10 per semester).

- Re‑entry fee clause (Primary): re‑entry within two years is charged at 50% of the enrolment fee.

Refund information and cancellation rules

- The one‑time enrollment fee (EUR 600) is explicitly non-refundable.

- For Pre‑School / Kindergarten: the contract specifies there are no refunds for withdrawal mid‑semester. Written cancellation for the following school year must meet the stated contract deadlines.

- For Primary / Grundschule: the contract sets the notice deadline for cancellation by parents as March 31 for the following school year; the enrollment fee remains non‑refundable. Late termination or failure to provide required notice can result in continuing financial obligations under the contract and possible collection charges. Late payment penalties (1% per month) and collection costs apply for overdue amounts.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer to the school account (IBAN and BIC provided in the enrollment/contract forms) is the provided payment method. Example bank details shown in the contract: RAIKA Tirol Mitte West eGen, IBAN: AT63 3633 6000 0134 3805, BIC: RZTIAT22336. Parents are instructed to use the listed account details for semester payments and other billed items.

- No specific acceptance of credit card payments or other card processors is listed in the provided enrollment and contract documents; payments are presented as bank transfers.

Summary of key fee items (concise)

- Enrollment fee (one‑off, non‑refundable): EUR 600 per child.
- Kindergarten tuition: EUR 2,550 per semester (EUR 5,100 per year).
- Primary tuition: EUR 3,100 per semester (EUR 6,200 per year).
- Annual family membership: EUR 300.
- Additional costs (trips, activities): up to approx. EUR 500 per year.
- IT/devices and materials: up to approx. EUR 500 per year (primary).
- Sibling discount: 10%.
- Payment method: bank transfer to the school account; payment deadlines and late‑payment penalties apply.

Academics

Curriculum

The school provides bilingual education in English and German for children aged 2 to 10, from Kindergarten to Primary. Class sizes are small, with a maximum of 15 students per class, and there is individualized support. The approach emphasizes language development, intercultural understanding, and personal and social development. Learning occurs in a family-like environment with a continuous educational pathway from Kindergarten through Primary, and learning amidst nature. Full-day care and afternoon care are available.

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Small classes with a maximum of 15 students per class. This supports individualized attention and tailored learning.

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Admissions

1. Applications for admission can be submitted at any time. Knowledge of German or English is not a prerequisite for admission. The Admission Process includes three steps: Initial Meeting, School Visit, and Enrollment Fee & Semester Fee.
Initial Meeting – A get-to-know-you meeting with the parents or guardians, either in person at the school or via an online video conference. This step is the first step of the Admission Process. It starts the process of evaluating the family and child for enrollment.
School Visit – The School Visit gives the children the opportunity to visit the school and meet the teaching staff. This step is the second step of the Admission Process.
Enrollment Fee & Semester Fee – After the signed school contract, an enrolment fee of €600 per child and an invoice for the semester fee are issued. Only after we receive both fees will your child have a reserved place at the school. Compulsory schooling in Austria begins at the age of 6. The cut-off date for a child's 6th birthday is 31 August.

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FAQs

What age range does Foxhill serve?

Foxhill serves children aged 2 to 14, with Kindergarten and Primary as the main programmes. The school is located in Zirl, 10km west of Innsbruck in the Tyrolean countryside.

How does the bilingual programme work?

English and German are taught in parallel by qualified British and Austrian teachers. The school blends Austrian and British curricula for a comprehensive bilingual education.

What are the tuition fees?

Enrolment fee is EUR 600. Kindergarten tuition is EUR 5,100 per year. Primary tuition is EUR 7,600 per year (EUR 8,100 with lunch and afternoon care). A 10% sibling discount applies.

How small are the classes?

Classes are capped at a maximum of 15 students, ensuring individualised attention and support in a family-like learning environment amidst nature.

Do children need to speak English or German?

No, knowledge of German or English is not required for admission. The bilingual programme develops both languages naturally from the start.

Is there a uniform?

Yes, the school requires a uniform. Parents are responsible for maintaining it.

Are meals provided?

Lunch is included with afternoon care options. The school provides healthy meals as part of the full-day care programme.

What co-curricular activities are offered?

Activities include chess club, after-school Spanish with a native speaker, Winter Sports Week with ice skating and horse riding, and a nature playground opening in 2025.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted at any time. The process includes an initial meeting, school visit, and payment of the EUR 600 enrolment fee and semester fees.

What holiday programmes are available?

Foxhill offers holiday programmes including Foxhill Carnaval, Summer Festival, Christmas celebrations, and various seasonal events throughout the year.

Where is the school located?

Foxhill is at Martinsbuhel 6, 6170 Zirl, about 10km west of Innsbruck. The campus sits in a natural Tyrolean setting with an extensive outdoor area.

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