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Schloss Krumbach International School

Austria, Krumbach

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, German
Fees €39,900 - 43,680
Ages 12 - 18 years
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, German
Typical class size 10
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

Schloss Krumbach International School sits on a historic 13th‑century castle campus in Krumbach, Austria, offering a setting for international learning. The boarding school serves students aged 12 to 18 and provides a bilingual Middle School (Grades 7–9) in English and German, while High School (Grades 10–12) delivers English instruction with either the IB Diploma Programme or Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Levels. The campus features 18 classrooms, two science laboratories, three libraries, an Art Room, a PC Lab, a Dinner Hall, an Observatory, Grand Castle Hall, Gym, Chapel, Terrace and Inner Yard, plus Outdoor and Indoor sports facilities and 24/7 security. The school is accredited as an IB World School and a Cambridge International School. A extracurricular program includes visual arts workshops, theatre, dance, and study trips with museum visits, as well as multilingual productions, the Christmas Play, and a Summer Ball. University counseling and learning support with progress reporting underpin student success.

The Essentials

Schloss Krumbach International School has typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English, German.

Location
Schloss Krumbach International School is located at Schloss 1, 2851 Krumbach, Austria. It is housed in a 13th-century castle, providing a historic setting for study and boarding. The campus functions as a castle-based international school with dedicated facilities for learning and student life.

Stages
Middle School Grades 7-9: bilingual in English and German. High School Grades 10-12: English-taught; Pre-Diploma Grade 10; students select IB DP or Cambridge International A-Levels for Grades 11-12.

Type
The school is an international co-educational boarding school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
20+ nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
High-quality individualized education; supervised homework; progress tracking; small class sizes; structured day planning and revision organization.

Country affiliation
Austria

School day structure
A typical weekday includes: 7:00 AM Morning sports; 7:30 AM Breakfast; 8:00 AM–10:50 AM Classes; 10:50–11:00 Snack; 11:00 AM–12:50 PM Classes; 1:00 PM–2:00 PM Lunch; 2:00 PM–3:50 PM Classes; 3:50–4:00 Snack; 4:00 PM–5:50 PM Classes; 5:50 PM–7:00 PM Supervised Homework Time / Extracurriculars; 7:00 PM–7:30 PM Dinner; 9:30 PM Bedtime.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Schloss Krumbach is a boarding school with dormitories designed to accommodate two to three students per room. Every room is en-suite and recently renovated, with beds, desks, magnetized walls, and Wi-Fi; an IP phone is available in each room to contact the boarding team. The campus provides six meals a day prepared on site, and weekly laundry service for school uniforms; ironing services are available for uniforms. The boarding facilities include round-the-clock security and supervision, and regular medical checks for students.

Uniform Requirement
Schloss Krumbach provides a school uniform and a sports uniform, included in the fees. A weekly laundry service covers school uniforms, and ironing services are available for uniforms.

Food Options
Six meals a day are prepared on campus in the school dining hall. The menu is crafted by nutrition experts to support healthy growth and includes protein, vegetables, soups, and salads. Diverse food plans accommodate dietary restrictions.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a non-commercial organization; all funds and student fees go toward maintenance, development of the school, its programmes, and facilities. A student leadership system exists with elected representatives and a democratic process that allows students to participate in governance (SKIS democracy).
Fees

Annual tuition at Schloss Krumbach International School ranges from EUR 39,900 to EUR 43,680 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition & boarding fees (2026/27 academic year)

- Middle School (Grades 7–9): EUR 39,900 per academic year.
- High School (Grades 10–12): EUR 43,680 per academic year.

Application and one‑time entry fees (payable on entry)

- Application Fee (non‑refundable): EUR 300.
- Capital Fee (non‑refundable): EUR 2,000.
- Enrollment / place‑reservation fee (non‑refundable): EUR 300 (as published for 2026/27 materials).
- Security Deposit (refundable): EUR 3,000.

Fees per term (illustrative, based on the published annual fees and the school term structure)

- The school publishes the fees as annual amounts. The academic year is organised into two semesters (1st semester: end of August to early February; 2nd semester: mid‑February to end of June). Dividing the annual fee into two equal semester amounts gives the following figures:
- Middle School: EUR 19,950 per semester (EUR 39,900 ÷ 2).
- High School: EUR 21,840 per semester (EUR 43,680 ÷ 2).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A guarantee / place‑reservation payment (the equivalent of a guarantee fee) is required to reserve a place; this is normally charged as a percentage of the contracted fee (a guarantee amount equal to 10% of the cost of education and accommodation is referenced in the school's admissions materials). The remaining balance is payable by an agreed deadline (historically families have been asked to pay the remaining 90% by a mutually agreed date, commonly by the end of June). In some cases, a special payment schedule may be arranged.
- The school's published materials describe entry fees as paid once at the beginning of the first school year and annual fees as paid yearly for the duration of study.

Boarding fees and what is included

- Schloss Krumbach operates full boarding only (no day or half‑board options). The published annual fee is a combined tuition + boarding charge.
- Items explicitly listed as included in the annual fee include: accommodation in en‑suite rooms, weekly laundry for school uniform, a six‑meals‑a‑day menu (including dietary plans), supervised study time, study materials and laptop rental access, academic support and career counselling, regular medical checks, transfers (e.g., to/from Vienna weekly and airport transfers where noted), and a wide range of extracurricular activities.

Other charges and extras

- Costs expressly identified as extras (not included in the published annual fee) include: medical insurance, long multi‑day trips abroad, some external trips, uniform (noted as excluded in recent 2026/27 materials), visa support and certain personalised transfer services, some specific sports activities or mountain skiing, and IP telephone calls. The school's materials also list some items that may be charged extra depending on individual circumstances (for example additional language support).

Refund information

- Security Deposit: EUR 3,000 is refundable.
- Application Fee, Capital Fee and Enrollment / place‑reservation fees are published as non‑refundable in the school materials.

Fee payment options and practical notes on how payments are handled

- Published materials describe the contract and payment structure (guarantee payment / balance payment and the possibility of special payment schedules) but do not list standard public payment rails (for example specific bank account details, IBAN, or explicit credit‑card acceptance instructions in the public fee documents). Families are advised that the entry process is contract‑based and that initial guarantee amounts and subsequent balances are managed under the signed student contract.

Summary of the most important numbers (2026/27)

- Middle School (Grades 7–9) annual tuition + boarding: EUR 39,900.
- High School (Grades 10–12) annual tuition + boarding: EUR 43,680.
- Application Fee (non‑refundable): EUR 300.
- Capital Fee (non‑refundable): EUR 2,000.
- Enrollment / place reservation fee (non‑refundable, published for 2026/27 materials): EUR 300.
- Security Deposit (refundable): EUR 3,000.

If you need this data for a database entry, the items above cover application fees, annual fees by year group, entry/one‑time fees, the common billing pattern and payment terms, boarding inclusions and typical extra charges, refund status for the deposit, and how payments are handled contractually.
Academics

Schloss Krumbach International School teaches IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 12 to 18.

Curriculum
Middle School (Grades 7-9) uses a bilingual English/German curriculum. High School (Grades 10-12) uses English as the primary language of instruction and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or Cambridge IGCSE/AS/A Level qualifications. Schloss Krumbach International School is accredited as both an IB World School and a Cambridge International Education School.

Student Teacher Ratio
10 students per class maximum.

Exam Results
100% IB Diploma Programme passing rate; 100% university of choice acceptance rate.

Higher Education Progression
100% university of choice acceptance rate.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school offers a safe and nurturing environment for every student. Students participate in a student leadership system that develops responsibility, collaboration, and initiative. Class sizes are small, with fewer than ten students per class, allowing individualized attention and peer support. A broad range of extracurricular and co-curricular activities, including arts, culture, and sports, helps students build social skills and resilience. The school maintains transparent and regular communication with parents to support social and emotional development. The campus operates a phone-free policy that reduces distractions and encourages meaningful interaction among peers and mentors.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English and German are working languages at Schloss Krumbach. In Middle School (Grades 7–9) students study a bilingual curriculum with German taught as a language of instruction in all subjects. In High School (Grades 10–12) English is the primary language of instruction. Students master English and German through reading, writing, speaking, and discussion in both languages. The program prepares students for universities across Europe and beyond by developing multilingual proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing
Outdoor sports are an important part of weekend life and daily routines, promoting physical health, teamwork, and stress relief. A typical day includes two hours of sport, with organized activities and time for personal well-being. An evening walk provides an opportunity to unwind, improve mood, and support healthy sleep. A no-phone policy removes digital distractions to foster focus and real-world social interaction. The phrase Mens sana in corpore sano reflects the school's emphasis on balanced mind and body.

Safeguarding
The campus is a safe space with round-the-clock security and well-maintained facilities. Oversight comes from international bodies and the Austrian Ministry of Education, including IB DP and Cambridge International. Strict campus policies include bag and clothing checks on arrival, 24/7 supervision, and no unaccompanied trips outside of school. Regular communication with parents supports safeguarding and ongoing attention to student well-being. Safety, health, and well-being are core priorities at Schloss Krumbach.
Parent Experience

Community
The school is an international co-educational boarding school delivering bilingual education and artistic and cultural programmes to students in Grades 7-12. In the Middle School (Grades 7-9), students engage in a bilingual curriculum, mastering both English and German; in High School (Grades 10-12), English is the primary language of instruction. Students study and board in a 13th-century castle, where timeless heritage and modern education come together, and the environment is safe and nurturing with transparent, regular communication with parents. The school also operates a no-phones policy on campus.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a 13th-century castle in Krumbach, Austria, as its campus. The campus has highly developed infrastructure and round-the-clock security. The on-site facilities include 18 classrooms, 2 science labs, 3 libraries, an Art Room, a PC Lab, and a Dinner Hall. It also features an Observatory, Grand Castle Hall, Gym, Chapel, Terrace, and Inner Yard. Outdoor Sports Ground and Indoor Sports Area support physical education on campus.

Sports Facilities
The school has an Outdoor Sports Ground. The school has an Indoor Sports Area. The school has a Gym. The school has an Aerobics Room.

Academic Facilities
The school has 18 classrooms. The school has 2 science labs. The school has 3 libraries. The school has an Art Room. The school has a PC Lab. The school has an Observatory.

Extra Curricular Facilities
From enriching visual arts workshops to theater plays, engaging sports and student-led initiatives, the school offers a nuanced extracurricular experience. Study trips are integrated into the curriculum to reinforce classroom learning. Regular visits to museums and galleries enrich art and culture studies. Students participate in opera and theater appreciation and dance activities. The school hosts multilingual productions and annual events such as the Christmas Play and a Summer Ball.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Middle School (Grades 7-9) is bilingual, with instruction in English and German. High School (Grades 10-12) is English-taught and offers the IB Diploma Programme or Cambridge International A-Levels, following a Pre-Diploma Grade 10 progression. Schloss Krumbach is an IB World School and a Cambridge International School. University Counseling is available, and learning support with progress tracking provides regular reports to parents.

Arts & Creative
Regular visual arts workshops, visual arts and art history are taught, with opportunities for student exhibitions and museum visits. Theater and dance are emphasized through mandatory drama, musical theatre productions, ballroom dance classes, and multilingual Christmas plays. Opera and theater appreciation, dance culture, and formal ball events such as the Summer Ball provide ongoing creative experiences.

Cultural & Language
Bilingual instruction is provided in Middle School (Grades 7-9) in English and German, with High School taught in English. German language development is central to connecting students with Austrian culture, with mother tongue support to foster multilingualism. Additional language options are available, and a culture of reading is emphasized across the curriculum. Practical language use includes conferences, reading classical literature, and participation in musicals.

Social & Hobbies
From enriching visual arts workshops to theater plays, sports, and student-led initiatives, Schloss Krumbach International School offers a diverse extracurricular life. Study trips are integrated into the curriculum and supervised by staff. The Duke of Edinburgh programme offers volunteering, physical challenges, skills development, and expeditions. Ball dancing and multilingual productions such as the Christmas Play are part of social engagement.

Community & Service
The Duke of Edinburgh programme provides volunteering opportunities and fosters resilience, independence, and leadership. Study trips and community activities are integrated into the curriculum, bringing real-world context to learning. Community events, including the multilingual Christmas Play and Summer Ball, involve students, staff, and families in celebration and culture.

Leadership & Professional
There is participation in a student leadership system that empowers students to organize events and take on responsibilities. Older students mentor younger students, supporting peer-to-peer learning within the boarding community. Student leadership coordinates theatre events, decorations, rehearsals, and other productions, fostering teamwork and accountability.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus enforces a no-phones-on-campus policy to minimize distractions. Wellbeing is supported by daily Physical Education, team sports, skiing trips, and other fitness activities. The Duke of Edinburgh programme develops resilience, independence, and leadership through volunteering and expeditions. Cultural events such as ball dancing and multilingual performances contribute to social wellbeing and cultural literacy.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and German. Two working languages are English and German, with German taught as a true language of instruction in Grades 7–9. In Grades 7-9, German is used as a language of instruction across subjects; in Grades 10-12, English is the primary language of instruction.

Bilingual Teaching
Master English and German through learning, reading, writing, and discussions using both languages. In Middle School (Grades 7-9), students engage in a bilingual curriculum, mastering both English and German across all subjects. In High School (Grades 10-12), English becomes the primary language of instruction.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Apply online. Applications are accepted year-round. The online application form is available, and applicants may also email info@krumbach.school to begin the process. Submitting the online form or sending an email starts the admissions review. 2. Interview & Assessments. Applicants participate in an interview and assessments as part of the admissions process. The interview evaluates the candidate's fit for Schloss Krumbach International School, and the accompanying assessments help inform the decision. 3. Welcome to SKIS! Successful applicants join Schloss Krumbach International School for Grades 7–12. In the Middle School, students follow a bilingual English and German curriculum, while in the High School, English becomes the primary language of instruction. Students board in a 13th-century castle setting.

Scholarships
Academic Excellence Scholarships are offered in limited numbers each year. Scholarships target students with academic excellence, strong interpersonal qualities, and a need for financial support. Boarding scholarships may be partial or full, decided by the Scholarship Award Committee on a case-by-case basis. To apply, complete an online application and include a motivation letter and school transcript.
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