Gymnasium Bäumlihof

Switzerland, Basel

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English

Fees CHF 20,400 - 22,400

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 450

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages German, French, English, Italian, Spanish, Latin

Typical class size 60

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Gymnasium Bäumlihof in Basel offers four gymnasial pathways under one roof: Regular Classes, GBplus, Sport Classes, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. GBplus provides compact, individualized learning with six phases per year and a personal learning coach, with lessons on a campus day from 8:00 to 17:40. The IB Diploma Programme is fully integrated in the four-year model; in the first 1.5 years some subjects are partly taught in English, and the Diploma runs in the last two years, yielding the Swiss Matura and the IB Diploma. Sport Classes balance schooling with high‑performance sport and music. Across tracks, the school emphasizes guided learning and the development of social and personal competencies. Facilities include the Mediothek library, a large Mensa, BYOD, sport facilities, a Kraftraum, and a green campus ideal for walks and outdoor learning. The Kultur am GB program, Musikprojekt and theatre productions provide arts opportunities, and all students undertake community service.

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located at Zu den Drei Linden 80, 4058 Basel. It is in Basel city.

Stages

Regular classes; GBplus; Sports classes; International Baccalaureate.

Additional learning support

The school provides individual support for students and offers targeted remediation to address gaps.

Country affiliation

Switzerland

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Fees

Application fees

- No application fee is charged for admission to the Gymnasium Bäumlihof for pupils with residence in the Canton Basel‑Stadt. Students who do not reside in Basel‑Stadt require a formal cost‑coverage agreement from their home canton (Kostengutsprache); where such an agreement does not apply, a school fee (Schulgeld) is payable.

Tuition fees (by programme, per school year and per semester / term)

- Canton residents (all years / all cohorts): No tuition fee is charged for attendance at the public Gymnasium Bäumlihof (day school).

- Out‑of‑canton pupils (Schulgeld / charged when the pupil's home canton does not cover costs):
- Standard Gymnasium enrolment (4‑year gymnasium programme): CHF 20,400 per school year; CHF 10,200 per semester.
- Sport class (Gymnasium Bäumlihof Sportklasse / Swiss Olympic Partner School): CHF 22,400 per school year; CHF 11,200 per semester.

- International Baccalaureate (IB) related extra costs: Parents are responsible for standard school materials (stationery, schoolbooks, the required BYOD laptop) and for school projects and camps via a yearly materials/events deposit for pupils in the IB cohort; extra IB‑specific textbook or examination costs may apply in certain subjects. Examination fees for IB assessments can be a separate charge, though the school covers IB examination fees for families that can demonstrate lack of means.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Schulgeld (where applicable) is invoiced semester‑wise by the Erziehungsdepartement and is charged pro rata if the pupil does not attend from the semester start. Invoices for Schulgeld are issued by the canton and must be paid according to the invoice terms. Paid Schulgeld is generally not refundable; exceptions are decided by the competent education authority.

- Charges for school projects, camps, special‑week activities or course materials are invoiced separately (or covered via the yearly materials/events deposit) and are to be paid as instructed on the individual invoices. Cash payments to teaching staff are not accepted for these items.

Boarding / boarding fees

- The Gymnasium Bäumlihof is a day school (no boarding/boarding facilities). There is no boarding fee because the school operates as a day‑school.

Other costs and fees (examples)

- BYOD device: Each pupil must bring a compliant laptop with pen/stylus for lessons. Families are responsible for purchasing that device; a limited cost contribution for device acquisition can be requested from the school administration in individual cases before the autumn holidays.

- School materials / subject costs: Parents must cover stationery, specified textbooks and consumable materials for specialty courses; certain subject areas (e.g., specialist workshops, field trips, external language stays in specific subjects) may have separate charges collected as part of project/trip fees. Material funds for technical/arts workshops are managed centrally by the canton's Fachzentrum; material charges are not paid out in cash but are accounted for and used for materials and equipment.

- Uniforms: There is no school uniform requirement; the school's house rules require appropriate clothing.

- Extracurricular / optional course fees: Certain optional courses, extra‑curricular ensembles or special activities may carry participation fees or material costs charged separately. These are billed or requested as indicated for each activity.

Refund information

- Schulgeld paid for out‑of‑canton attendance is in principle non‑refundable; requests for exceptions are decided by the responsible education authority.

- Material funds administered by the canton are used for purchases and are not disbursed back to families; remaining balances are retained for future investments in the teaching facilities or reallocated within the canton's material funds procedures. Individual refunds for event cancellations or special trip circumstances are handled according to the specific event's terms and the school's invoicing instructions.

Fee payment options and invoicing channels

- Invoices from the canton (including Schulgeld where applicable) are issued by the Erziehungsdepartement; standard Swiss invoice channels apply: bank transfer (QR‑bill / IBAN), e‑invoicing (eBill) or payment via the channels specified on the canton invoice. Teachers do not accept cash for school charges; transfers or the electronic payment options indicated on the invoice are the required methods.

- For specific activities (trips, camps, extracurricular fees), the invoice will state the acceptable payment method and due date; where a yearly deposit is requested for materials/events, that deposit is handled per the school's invoicing instructions.

If you need only the numeric tuition lines (e.g., for database fields), the key figures to record are:
- Canton residents (all year groups): CHF 0 per year.
- Out‑of‑canton standard Gymnasium: CHF 20,400 per year / CHF 10,200 per semester.
- Out‑of‑canton Sportklasse: CHF 22,400 per year / CHF 11,200 per semester.

Academics

Curriculum

Four gymnasial pathways are offered under one roof, including six Schwerpunktfächer: Regelklassen, GBplus, Sportklassen, and International Baccalaureate (IB). GBplus provides compact, individualized learning with six phases per year and a personal learning coach, creating a Campus of Learning from 8:00 to 17:40. The IB Diploma Programme is fully integrated into the four-year Gymnasium model; in the first 1.5 years some subjects are partly taught in English, and the Diploma Programme runs in the last two years, leading to both the Swiss Matura and the IB Diploma. Sportklassen support the balance between school, high-performance sport, and music. Across all tracks, the school emphasizes guided learning and the development of social and personal competencies.

Gifted and Talented

The IB class is especially suitable for highly motivated and academically gifted students.

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Admissions

1. Pathways to the Matura. Gymnasium Bäumlihof offers four pathways to the Matura: Regular Classes (Regelklassen), GBplus, Sports Classes (Sportklassen), and International Baccalaureate (IB). Each pathway can be selected independently of the chosen Schwerpunktfach (focus subject). The Sports Classes have been in operation since 2001 and are directed by an experienced team with a sports- and music-oriented focus. The IB pathway provides learning in English and an additional internationally recognized diploma. 2. GBplus and IB integration. GBplus emphasizes compact and individualized learning; the school year is divided into six phases with blocks of study. After each phase there is a test week, and the subjects and timetable shift. A learning coach supports students throughout the GBplus program; learning time is structured as a full-day model, alternating specialist lessons with individual study times. Learning time accounts for 25 percent of teaching time plus homework time. 3. Sportklassen details. Sport classes educate young athletes; musicians who aspire to professional careers can also join the sport classes. The program has existed since 2001 and is supported by an experienced team with a sport- and music-related focus. The scholastic framework provides training windows and ensures individualized remedial instruction after absences due to competition, training, or concert commitments. Sport classes meet the same Matura requirements after 13 school years as other gymnasial tracks; French is the foundational language, with Italian available only as one of the seven Schwerpunktfächer. Entry requires a track record of athletic performance (regional/national squad) or a recommendation from the head of the Basel Music School; a commitment to elite sport with professional support and an appropriate recommendation (club, association, parents, coach) or the highest standards in music are also required. 4. IB details. IB classes are integrated with GBplus. In the first 1.5 years, some subjects are taught in English to familiarize students with English-language instruction; the Diploma Programme runs during the last two years. Students also complete the Swiss state Matura; because two curricula are studied, there is a correspondingly higher workload. The IB class is a GBplus class to enable close collaboration and early identification of potential issues. 5. Admission and registration notes. For registration specifics (e.g., registration forms for sport and music classes), refer to the sport- and music-class registration materials; students living outside Basel-Stadt may require a cantonal cost guarantee. Cantonal sport- and education authorities provide further information on admission requirements and arrangements.

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FAQs

Where is Gymnasium Bäumlihof located?

The school is located at Zu den Drei Linden 80, 4058 Basel, in Basel city. It is a public school governed by the Canton Basel-Stadt.

What pathways does Gymnasium Bäumlihof offer under one roof?

There are four gymnasial pathways: Regelklassen (Regular Classes), GBplus, Sportklassen (Sports Classes), and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Each pathway can be chosen independently of the Schwerpunktfächer (focus subjects).

Is Gymnasium Bäumlihof a co-educational school and how many pupils study there?

Yes, it is co-educational, with about 450 pupils enrolled. The school emphasizes guided learning and social/personal development across all tracks.

Do canton residents pay tuition at Gymnasium Bäumlihof?

No. Canton Basel-Stadt residents attend as a public day school with no tuition fees. Out-of-canton pupils may have tuition depending on home canton's cost coverage.

What are the costs for out-of-canton students for standard Gymnasium and for the Sportklasse?

Standard Gymnasium costs CHF 20,400 per school year (CHF 10,200 per semester). Sportklasse costs CHF 22,400 per year (CHF 11,200 per semester).

How does admission and fees work for students from outside Basel-Stadt?

Students living outside Basel-Stadt may need a cantonal Kostengutsprache (cost-coverage agreement). If not applicable, Schulgeld is charged. Fees for materials and trips are invoiced separately through the canton's system.

What are the four pathways to the Matura offered at Gymnasium Bäumlihof?

The four pathways are Regular Classes (Regelklassen), GBplus, Sportklassen, and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Each leads to the Swiss Matura, and the IB pathway also leads to the IB Diploma.

How does GBplus work and how much learning time does it involve?

GBplus uses six phases per year with a personal learning coach. Learning time accounts for about 25 percent of teaching time plus homework, with most work completed on campus and a test week after each phase.

How is the IB Diploma Programme integrated and what languages are used?

The IB Diploma Programme runs in the last two years and is delivered as a GBplus class; in the first 1.5 years some subjects are taught in English. The Diploma includes English for Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay is written in English, alongside German A (HL) and French B (HL) in the IB.

What are the entry requirements for the Sportklassen?

Entry requires a track record of athletic performance (regional or national squad) or a recommendation from Basel's music education leadership. French is the foundational language in Sportklassen, with Italian available as a Schwerpunktfach.

What facilities does Gymnasium Bäumlihof offer on campus?

The campus includes a Mediothek (library), a spacious Mensa, and a weight room (Kraftraum). There is a Bring Your Own Device policy to support digital learning, and the campus is set in a green environment for outdoor learning.

Are there on-campus sports and cultural facilities?

Yes. Sports facilities are integrated into the GB infrastructure for general PE and extracurricular sport, and the school runs cultural programs such as Kultur am GB and a large Musikprojekt, plus theatre productions.

What extracurricular and cultural opportunities exist at GB?

The Musikprojekt is an annual cross-class music project with a January project week and performances. A large project choir and smaller ensembles perform at school and public events, with collaborations with museums, cinema, and concert organizers.

How does the school support leadership and community involvement?

All students commit to up to two hours of community work per week. The school offers individualized learning planning with a personal coach and opportunities to participate in national and international projects or university lectures when eligible.

What kind of leadership and study option introductions are offered?

Kick-Off Studienwahl provides a half-day introduction to career and study options one year before graduation, with workshops and opportunities to sample professions. GBplus includes ongoing coaching and progress reviews.

How does wellbeing and safeguarding work at Gymnasium Bäumlihof?

GBplus provides individualized learning with a personal coach and reduced class time to support well-being. There are guidelines for BYOD and a monitored internet usage policy to safeguard students and data.

How is student mental well-being supported?

Personal coaching and regular feedback help structure a supportive learning environment, with progress reviews to ensure students stay on track and balanced between academics, sport, and culture.

What are the safeguarding policies around devices and internet use?

BYOD devices must meet school guidelines; tablets are not treated as school devices. The internet is monitored, and access can be restricted for misuse, with disciplinary actions possible for violations.

Is there a school uniform at Gymnasium Bäumlihof?

There is no school uniform. Students should wear appropriate clothing in line with the house rules.

What food options are available on campus?

The on-site Mensa offers daily vegetarian and meat dishes at affordable prices, with a kiosk available for lunch extras.

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