Bilingual School Terra Nova

Part of Academia Group, Secular, Founded 1996

Updated July 2026

For-profitOwnership

Languages

English

Terra Nova Bilingual School is a state-accredited, private bilingual institution in Küsnacht, Switzerland, serving approximately 150 students aged 3 to 12. It is part of the Academia Group and focuses on preparing students for successful entry into secondary education.

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Curriculum

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Teaching approach

Founded in 1996, the school is an achievement-oriented institution that emphasizes a family-like yet open-minded atmosphere. It aims to support students in their individual development by being both nurturing and challenging, while fostering values such as openness and tolerance. The school serves as an educational and cultural hub, leveraging a diverse team of international staff to create a stimulating learning environment.

Programmes

The school provides a bilingual education in German and English, covering stages from Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten through to the end of Primary school. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to secondary education, with graduates having the option to transfer without an exam to the English-language Academia International School Zurich, which offers Pre-IGCSE, IGCSE, and International A Level programmes. Instruction is delivered by a team of over 40 qualified teachers, supported by specialists in subjects such as music, sports, ICT, theater, and arts and crafts.

Student support

EAL support

Unknown

Learning support

Unknown

Learning support

The school employs dedicated staff for pedagogical support and special education (Heilpädagogik) to assist students with their individual learning needs. Specialist teachers and teaching assistants work closely with class teachers to provide a supportive environment and assess students in various learning situations. Gifted education is also provided as part of the school's support structure.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026/2027

Annual tuition by grade
Grade	Ages	Annual
Pre-Kindergarten – 5 mornings and 4 afternoons (Wednesday afternoon off)	3–4	CHF 29K
Pre-Kindergarten – 5 mornings and 3 afternoons (Wednesday and Friday afternoon off)	3–4	CHF 27.4K
Pre-Kindergarten – 4 mornings and 3 afternoons (Wednesday afternoon and Friday off)	3–4	CHF 24.9K
Pre-Kindergarten – 3 mornings and 3 afternoons (Wednesday and Friday off)	3–4	CHF 22.1K
Kindergarten 1&2 – 5 mornings and 3 afternoons (Wednesday and Friday afternoon off)	4–6	CHF 27.4K
Kindergarten 1&2 – 4.5 days (Wednesday afternoon off)	4–6	CHF 29K
Primary Grades 1 to 6	6–12	CHF 29K

Source:PDFPreisliste_Bilingual_Terra_Nova_EN-3.pdf

Other fees(3)

Other fees
Registration fee· one-time registration fee	CHF 600
Meals· Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday lunches are included in the school fees. Wednesday lunch is available at an additional cost.	—
Materials· All teaching materials are included in the school fees.	—

Discounts

Sibling discount: 10%

Admissions

The school invites families for an initial consultation and a guided tour of the campus. Prospective students for Grade 1 and above are required to complete a non-binding trial period of a few days to assess fit. The final admission decision is made by the principal, based on feedback from teachers, the family, and the child, alongside a review of the student's last two progress reports.

Co-curriculars

Terra Nova offers a variety of extracurricular clubs that take place after school hours. These activities are designed to complement the core curriculum and provide students with opportunities to explore interests outside of the classroom.