Academia International School

School feature: Academia International School – Zürich

Schools in Zurich

Our School Feature Series is designed for parents exploring private and international schools in and around the Cantons of Basel, Zurich, Geneva, and Vaud. The aim of this series is to give parents a clear overview of each school’s programs, educational concept, and what makes each school unique.

We take a closer look at each school’s learning environment, facilities, and approach to supporting students both academically and personally. Each feature offers an insight into daily school life and highlights the elements that shape the student experience.

You’ll find the school’s admission contact at the bottom of this article, so feel free to reach out to them directly for more details.

In this post, we feature Academia International School – Zürich.

Globally recognised, holistic and

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About Academia International School – Zürich

Academia International School is an international secondary school for students in Years 7–12 and part of the Academia Group in Switzerland, with campuses in Zurich, Basel and Winterthur.

In Years 7–8 (Pre-IGCSE), students follow a bilingual programme that combines the Swiss Lehrplan 21 with Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel frameworks. From Year 9 onwards, the curriculum is taught in English and leads to Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs and International A Levels.

Individual support, strong relationships and flexible learning pathways prepare students for future pathways in Switzerland and abroad.

What makes Academia International School in Zurich unique?

AIS Zurich combines Swiss educational structures with internationally recognised qualifications in a flexible and reliable way. Students follow clear, personalised pathways from bilingual Pre-IGCSE to IGCSE and A Levels, supported by year-group tutors, a dedicated Careers Advisor and a School Counsellor.

Academia International School is experienced in working with students who bring diverse learning profiles and educational backgrounds. As an accredited examination centre, they offer stable academic pathways while remaining responsive to individual learning journeys, transitions and international mobility.

Strong relationships, student voice, close collaboration with families and direct leadership involvement enable timely, personalised decisions and prepare students confidently for future pathways in Switzerland and abroad.

Facilities

The school campus features a large auditorium for school events, concerts, exhibitions, workshops and information evenings, as well as spacious learning and teaching rooms.

Students benefit from a fully equipped science laboratory, modern school kitchens, and a creative room for art, design and music. A library as a quiet retreat and an inviting roof terrace support both learning and community life.

Clubs complement the academic programme

Clubs complement the academic programme at Academia International School in Zurich and foster leadership and initiative. Offerings include Student Council, Start Your Own Business, Coding & Robotics, Cooking Club, Culture & Book Club, and Model United Nations (MUN).

The Student Council organises school events, including graduation and end-of-year trips.

Several clubs participate in external competitions, such as MUN conferences and YES business programmes.

Activities, personal growth, and wellbeing

Students benefit from a structured Careers & Futures Programme, including individual guidance, university preparation and career exploration activities, as well as an annual University Fair and Futures Fair.

Our Life Lab programme supports personal development, wellbeing, self-management and reflective learning across year groups.

Learning is further enriched through educational excursions, annual study trips and ski days, alongside project weeks and whole-school events that connect learning to real-world contexts.

From Lower Secondary to International A Level

– Shaping the Future Together.