Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary School
At Academia Bilingual School, the focus is on the pupils. We teach in a lively and varied way, support each child individually and motivate them to realise their full potential – in Kindergarten as well as in primary and secondary school. We regularly check the learning progress so that all pupils reach the set goals.
At a glance
Our teachers: teaching with fun
Teamwork is very important in our teaching team: the two class teachers work closely together with the subject teachers. The composition of our teaching team is diverse: the teachers come from Switzerland, Germany, France, Canada, Australia, the UK, the USA, New Zealand, Ireland, Sweden and Finland. They are all united by their passion for teaching and the dedication with which they encourage and challenge their students.
Our pupils: talented and eager to learn
Our students have normal or above-average aptitude. They have good learning habits and strong social skills. This allows us to create a learning environment in which every child can flourish.
Our student body is diverse: about one third comes from Switzerland, one third from English-speaking countries and one third from other countries. In total, children from around 25 nations attend our school.
We get to know our pupils before they enter: Admission is based on an interview, student recommendation from the current school, past report card, an entrance assessment and trial days where possible.
Special school arrangements
New students can join our school at any time as long as there are free places.
If a pupil does not yet speak German or English, our booster lessons ensure the rapid acquisition of the second language.
Our timetable is supplemented by supervised homework time in primary school and study time in secondary school. These lessons are included in the school fees.
On the school island, our pupils receive individual support, whether this is because they need to make up for missed lessons, need special support or need a short break from class.
Our school day
At our day school we offer a comprehensive before and after school programme from 7.15 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Our fee-based day care offers a balanced and healthy lunch at the L’Arena restaurant on campus, as well as a comprehensive after-school programme until 6.30 p.m. each day for all children who wish to stay longer.
| 7.15 – 8.30 | Arrival of students |
| 8.30 – 11.45 | Lessons |
| 11.45 – 13.15 | Lunch* |
| 13.15 – 14.45 | Lessons |
| 14.45 – 18.30 | Flexible after school care: free play and mini clubs |
| 7.15 – 8.30 | Arrival of students |
| 8.30 – 11.45 | Lessons |
| 11.45 – 12.30 | Lunch* |
| 12.30 – 14.45 | Lessons |
| 14.45 – 18.30 | Flexible after school care: free play and clubs |
| 7.15 – 8.30 | Arrival of students |
| 8.30 – 11.45 | Lessons |
| 11.45 – 12.30 | Lunch* |
| 12.30 – 15.45 | Lessons |
| 16.00 – 18.30 | Flexible after school care: free play and clubs |
*On Wednesday, classes end at 11:45 a.m., followed by lunch and flexible after school care from 11:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Talent Promotion
We support our students in their strengths. Therefore, we offer children with identified talent in sports, music and dance the opportunity to combine school and talent development:
Interested? Please contact us for an individual consultation.
Further schooling options
After completing secondary school, our students can follow various paths:
