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Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
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Location
Zuoz
Year of foundation
1904
Programs
Swiss Maturité, Pre-IB, IB, IGCSE
Age
12—18 years old
Accomodation
Residence
The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz school was founded in 1904 in the charming Alpine village of Zuoz, lost among the majestic mountains. Zuoz is a winter and summer sports resort located three hours' drive from Zurich. The history of the town goes back to the 12th century: today it is a well-preserved and picturesque medieval town-architectural monument with all modern infrastructure. The town is located in the Engadin Valley, considered one of the best resort areas in Switzerland, not far from the famous ski resort of St. Moritz.
The school occupies an area of 130,000 square meters and is a private boarding school for co-education of boys and girls. Representatives of 30 nationalities study at the school.
From the very first day of its existence, the school was focused on the harmonious intellectual and spiritual development of the individual - on the development of body, spirit and soul. The school motto is: "To grow is to have roots and at the same time to reach for the sky." Much attention is paid to discipline and good manners of the students.
There are about 300 students at the school.
DIRECTOR (stand 2026)
Oliver Hartwright, educayion - Universitiy of Exeter (BA); Universitiy of East Anglia (PGCE); University of Bath, Masters in Education.
Famous school graduates
- Thomas Gold, astrophysicist, professor of astronomy at Cornell University, member of the Royal Society of London
- Ferdinand Peach - Volkswagen CEO
- Manuelo Pesco - World Snowboard World Champion
- Ulrich Corner - Head of Credit Suisse
- Ernst Von Glaserfeld - a famous philosopher
- Karlheitz Bolm - actor
- Jens Adler - famous German footballer
- Philip Bodmer - famous BBC journalist
- Friedrich Von Bohlen - Managing Director of Dievini Hopp Biotech Holding
- Hubert Fugger - Prince of Bavaria
- Benedict Hentch - a major banker, financier, owner of the bank
- Paul Herling - a famous scientist, pharmacologist, head of the Institute for the Study of Tropical Diseases Novartis
- John Lay - Founder of Job John Lay Electronics
- Andy Reinhard - musician, jazzman
- Christopher Ginger - President and Founder, Christoph Ringier Consulting
- James Schwarzenbach - politician of Switzerland
- Swell Axel Springer - Founder of Axel Springer Publishing Company
- Heinrich Torback - historian writer
- Frank Ludwig - German pianist and composer.
KEY FACTORS
- Zuoz is a very demanding school with very strict discipline and intense study.
- This school is so beautiful with its academic and sports performance that it is simply impossible to give up on it.
- The combination of spacious rooms and huge windows that offer breath-taking views of the Alps and the clouds below, as well as the warm atmosphere of the partnership, makes staying here a true joy for students.
- The doctor and nurses are present at the school all the time. St. Moritz medical facilities are considered one of the best in Switzerland.
- Among other things, this school is proud of its level of teaching the Chinese language.
- Schooling is conducted in the Swiss, German, international (Anglo-American) and commercial departments.
- Teachers are native speakers.
- We visited this school and are familiar with the principal.
- We can provide the phones of parents whose children study or studied at this school.
EQUIPMENT
The school includes an impressive sized educational building, similar to a castle, 5-bedroom buildings, a sports complex, a stadium and a number of auxiliary buildings, 2 dining rooms and a cafeteria, and much more. The school has 50 teachers and 50 employees of other services.
The school has all the conditions for effective study: 40 modern equipped classrooms, an assembly hall with a technically equipped stage, a library, information and computer centres, music classes, classes for painting and applied art, a stationery and essential goods store.
PROGRAM
The Swiss department prepares students for admission to Swiss universities, including the Faculty of Economics and Law at the University of St. Gallen, under the Swiss Matura program. The students are awarded a state-recognized diploma, the examinations for which are held at the school. The diploma gives the right to admission to Swiss universities without entrance examinations. The Swiss Matura can be taken either exclusively in German or bilingually, with a choice of German/English or Italian/German.
Pre-IGCSE
The program is suitable for students aged 12-13 who wish to enter the IGCSE secondary school program. The program provides a solid foundation in the core subjects of mathematics, English, German, science and history, as well as design technology, art, music, sports and information technology. Students can also choose to study French, Spanish or Chinese. Small classes ensure that every student can reach their full potential. The program is taught in English.
IGCSE
A British two-year program leading to the General Certificate of Secondary Education. It is the most popular international program in the world for children aged 14 to 16. Students create their own individual program: 6 compulsory subjects, 4 subjects are studied optionally. At the end of the 10th grade, an IGCSE exam is taken in the relevant subjects. This is an ideal preparation for entering the IB program. The program is in English.
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma
The International Baccalaureate program is one of the most difficult modern programs, giving the opportunity to enter the best universities in the world. 6 subjects are studied: 3 at the advanced level and 3 at the standard level. In addition, students write an extended essay, take a course in "Theory of Knowledge" (practical philosophy) and a course in CAS ("Creativity, Activity and Mutual Assistance"). Graduates of the school after completing this program enter top universities, including Cambridge or Oxford, the School of Economics in St. Gallen, the best in Switzerland, and the London School of Economics. The program is in English.
ACCOMMODATION
All students live in spacious single, double and rarely triple rooms.
Residences for girls
Chesa Arpiglia. The residence has several shared rooms, a video room, a music room, spacious terraces and 38 single rooms. Each room has a bathtub, telephone and internet access.
The Madchenhaus residence is designed for 43 people (19 rooms for one and 12 rooms for two people). Girls from 11 to 18 years old live here, a homely and warm atmosphere is created.
Residences for boys
The Grosshaus residence is designed for 70 people, which are located in 68 rooms for one person and in one room for two. Each room has hot and cold water, telephone and Internet access, shower and toilet. There is also a video room, outdoor terraces and a kitchen. The windows face the south side, so the sun shines all day here.
Kleinhaus is a residence for younger boys. Everything is permeated with an atmosphere of trust and respect. Each little student is surrounded by care, which makes it easier to adapt to a new environment. Number of students in the group: 16 people.
SPORT
During training, the school offers a varied program of activities and there are conditions for practicing almost all summer and winter sports (football, tennis, hockey, cricket, golf, figure skating, snowboarding, skiing, etc.). Classes are led by qualified trainers and supervised by medical staff. Twice a week, all afternoon is devoted to physical education. St. Moritz is Switzerland's most famous ski resort, and the nearest ski lift from the school is just 200 meters away. Of course, this school is for those who love sports.
Every winter, a cricket match is held especially for students on the ice of the lake in St. Moritz. This is a great event of the season.
COST, 2026-2027
CHF 101,100 - CHF 104,900 per year.
Included in cost
- Accommodationin a double room andmeals
- Teaching
- Care in case of a short illness
- Sports games and use of sports equipment
- Curation in the process of independent studies and training sessions
Extra paid
- Registration fee - CHF 1,600
- Legacy fund - CHF 3,000
- Deposit - CHF 16,000
- Accommodationin a singleroom-CHF15,000peryear
- Flights
- Transfers to / from the airport
- Visa
- Services of the company "Paradise"
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