Academic
The Lyceum Alpinum in Switzerland is distinguished by its diverse academic opportunities. Our students can choose from the following programmes:
- Swiss Matura
- International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
The school philosophy
Our school philosophy is devoted to the individual advancement of every single person. We value motivation, critical thinking and creativity which are key to the learning experience. In-depth exchanges with our teachers, counsellors and tutors help our students recognise and develop their strengths to maximise their performance.
International
With the help of our global network, our students can study at the most prestigious universities from countries around the world once they graduate.
Origin of our students
Swiss Matura
Our students prepare for the Matura in a six-year or four-year programme. In addition to a comprehensive education, including arts and sciences, this diploma requires students to study several major subjects in-depth. The Swiss Matura can be completed either exclusively in German or bilingually with the choice of German/English, German/Italian or German/Rhaeto-Romanic.
Bilingual Swiss Matura German/English
Since the school year 2015/16, students have had the opportunity to complete the bilingual German/English Matura programme during their last three years of high school. A three-week language stay in an English-speaking region is required to graduate.
Maturità Bilingue Grigionese German/Italian
Students whose native language is Italian can choose the Swiss Matura “Maturità Bilingue Grigionese” in Italian and German.
Maturitad Bilingua Grischuna German/Rhaeto-Romanic
Students whose native language is Rhaeto-Romanic can choose the Swiss Matura “Maturitad Bilingua Grischuna” in Rhaeto-Romanic and German.
Diploma regulations
Questions about admission, grades, subjects, the final thesis, graduation, oral exams, written exams, etc.? Find out more about the regulations here:
International Baccalaureate
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is an international education programme that prepares students primarily for English-speaking universities. It focusses on fostering independent learning and critical thinking to develop mature, critically-minded people.
Academic tutorial programme
Each student of the IB Diploma is assigned to an Academic Tutor, who assists whenever needed and monitors performance. Tutors have access to all relevant information about the student. They are in close contact with teachers and parents.
CAS programme
The CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) programme is central to the IB programme. It aims to involve students in meaningful activities outside school that support personal growth and encourage self-reflection about their learning experiences.
LGT workshop
The workshop aims to introduce young minds to the basics of project management, philanthropy and fundraising as well as provide guidance in making decisions about their CAS activities.
Pre-IGCSE and IGCSE programme
The 7th and 8th grades lay a solid foundation in the core subjects and in the 9th and 10th grades we follow the IGCSE curriculum, which is the ideal preparation for the IB Diploma Programme. More information about the programme can be found here:
Day Students
The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz offers students from the Canton Grisons the opportunity to attend high school. Together with our internal students, they help shape a school that is open to cultural diversity while remaining deeply rooted in the Engadine.
Entrance test
To take the Swiss Matura, students must first take and pass an entrance examination at a Grisons middle school to qualify for admission.
Preparatory course
The entrance examination tests knowledge and understanding. It is advisable to attend this course as early as possible to be best prepared for the exam. Register here
Boarding school à la carte
Day students can reside in the boarding school for a limited time during school semesters, if their parents are not at home due to professional or personal reasons.
Services
Meals, homework tutoring, afternoon activities and community weekends – many of the Lyceum Alpinum’s amenities are available to our day students as well.
Special School Offers
Our school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities. We take into account individual preferences and abilities to tailor educational experience.
Learning support centre
The Learning Support Centre supports those with special needs or highly gifted children who need an extra challenge. This includes individual coaching as well as the mediation of therapies for dyslexia, dyscalculia or concentration disorders (ADHD).
Tutoring
In addition to regular classes, our students can benefit from tutoring with teachers to discuss subject-specific questions more in-depth. In the case of learning difficulties or knowledge gaps in certain subjects, we offer individual tutoring.
Study
The 80-minute scheduled study time takes place daily from Monday to Friday. Students can prepare for exams, do homework and consult their tutors if they have any questions. It enables them to be ready for the next day and upcoming exams.
College counselling
As graduation approaches, questions about college begin to increase in importance. The Lyceum Alpinum offers a college counselling service, which provides individual support and assistance to all students in their research and decision making for their next big step.
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Our admissions team will be happy to answer all your questions regarding our institute, diplomas, how to apply and more.