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Academia International School Winterthur

Switzerland, Zug

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees CHF 28,800 - 32,800
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 150
Type Co-educational
Opened 2023
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Part of
Swiss Academia International School
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French, German
Typical class size 17
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Academia International School Winterthur is a private college founded in 2023, located inside the WIN4 sports complex in Deutweg, Winterthur. The campus offers a compact, modern learning environment that blends an intimate, family-like atmosphere with access to professional sports facilities. The school serves students aged 14–18 and delivers Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels within a four-year College/Upper Secondary program tailored to student strengths. The programme follows international standards and prepares students for next steps in Switzerland or abroad. Kindergarten and Primary begin with a bilingual start through Academia Bilingual School, linking to international pathways; Lower Secondary provides pathways to vocational training or college via the sister school. Upper Secondary culminates in an internationally recognised diploma. Each student is supported by a Study Coach as part of personal coaching to set goals and reflect on progress. Campus Life includes projects, excursions and sports, fostering a connected, goal-oriented community.

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Grüzefeldstrasse 34, 8400 Winterthur, Switzerland

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The Essentials

Academia International School Winterthur has 150 pupils, typical class sizes of 17, instruction in German, English.

Location
The Academia International School Winterthur is located at Grüzefeldstrasse 34, 8400 Winterthur. The campus sits within the WIN4 complex in Deutweg, surrounded by professional sports facilities. Campus life is compact, supportive and dynamic, with a modern learning space and a vibrant community.

Stages
Kindergarten & Primary; Lower Secondary; College/Upper Secondary (IGCSE & A Levels)

Type
Private college

Additional learning support
The school provides personal coaching with a Study Coach for every student to help set learning goals, reflect on progress and take responsibility for learning.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Academia International School Winterthur ranges from CHF 28,800 to CHF 32,800 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- One-time registration fee: CHF 500.

Tuition fees (annual, per term and instalment options)
- School fees per school year (day programme): CHF 28,800.
- School fees per semester: CHF 14,400.
- School fees per quarter: CHF 7,200.
- Payment by 10 monthly instalments (administrative surcharge ~3% included): CHF 2,965 per month.
- German Booster (additional German lessons for non‑native speakers): total school fee including the German Booster is CHF 32,800.
- Individual subjects and mixed programmes: fees vary by subject and level; individual subject enrolment is possible and is charged separately. Private one‑to‑one lessons: CHF 140 per 60 minutes.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are invoiced in advance. Fees may be paid as a one‑off advance payment or by instalments; instalment plans carry an administrative surcharge. The standard time allowed for payment is 30 days unless otherwise specified on the invoice or in the price list.
- If a pupil enters during the school year, fees are calculated pro rata temporis.
- If one or more instalments are not paid after lessons have started, the student may be excluded from the programme until outstanding instalments are paid; school fees remain due for any period of exclusion. Late payment may lead to reminders, administrative fees, interest (annual interest 3%) and ultimately contract withdrawal and collection measures.
- Registration fees and any deposit required must be paid within five days after signing the school contract.

Boarding fees
- Academia International School Winterthur operates as a day school; no boarding fees apply for the Winterthur campus.

Other costs and fees
- Teaching materials and most electives/extra‑curricular activities are included in the school fee. Examination fees, school trips, camps and certain additional services or activities are invoiced separately.
- Sibling discount for self‑paying families: 10% discount on the youngest child's school fee when more than one child from the same family is enrolled concurrently.
- Private tuition and certain individual subject fees are additional costs (private lessons CHF 140 per hour; single‑subject or mixed‑programme pricing varies by subject and level).
- There is no separate uniform fee stated in the published fee schedule; other incidental costs (travel, personal items, optional extracurricular third‑party services) would be additional.

Refund information
- If an entire course of study is definitely cancelled, fees already paid shall be refunded. The deposit is refundable after the student leaves provided the contract has been terminated observing the prescribed notice period (not during the probationary period) and all tuition and additional charges have been settled in full; otherwise the deposit may be forfeited in favour of the school.
- If the contract partners cancel late or the student does not attend despite a concluded contract, an administrative fee and a cancellation fee equal to three months' school fees may be charged. In the event of extraordinary termination by the school, the deposit may also be forfeited and cancellation fees may apply. Missed lessons do not give a right to reimbursement.
- A probationary period may apply (the first twelve school weeks in some cases); during the probationary period either party may withdraw from the contract under the conditions set out in the contract and general terms.

Fee payment arrangements and practical notes
- Fees are invoiced in Swiss francs (CHF). Instalment pricing examples are provided above; instalment plans incur an administrative surcharge (the 10‑month option shown includes an approximate 3% surcharge).
- The school reserves the right to withhold certificates and diplomas until outstanding fees are paid in full. Examination fees are not included in the tuition fee and must be paid separately when applicable.

(Effective fee schedule and terms are published for the 2025/2026 price list.)
Academics

Academia International School Winterthur teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Kindergarten and Primary offer a bilingual start in a close-knit setting, linked to Academia Bilingual School. The programme follows international standards and prepares students for next steps in Switzerland or worldwide. Lower Secondary leads to either vocational training or college pathways, supported by the sister school Academia Bilingual School. College/Upper Secondary provides a four-year programme tailored to student strengths leading to an internationally recognised diploma that opens doors to universities in Switzerland and abroad, with IGCSE and A Levels as the qualifications. Campus life complements academics with personal coaching and project-driven learning. Learning with Personal Coaching supports goal setting and progress.

Student Teacher Ratio
Around 150 students are enrolled across Kindergarten to Year 12. There are 9 teachers (Y9–12).

Higher Education Progression
The College/Upper Secondary programme runs four years and leads to an internationally recognised diploma that opens doors to universities in Switzerland and abroad. The diploma supports entry to universities in Switzerland and internationally. The qualifications include IGCSE and A Levels, preparing learners for higher education worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
Clubs and elective courses such as Cooking and Young Entrepreneurs expand learning opportunities. Personal coaching supports goal setting and progress.
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