
Anton Bruckner International School
Catholic
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Languages
Anton Bruckner International School is a private, international school located in Linz, Austria, serving students from age 3 to 18. It is the only school in Upper Austria authorized to offer the full continuum of International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP).
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is a private Catholic institution with public status that fosters a caring, cosmopolitan community. Its educational approach is based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, student well-being, and the development of internationally minded, knowledgeable individuals. The school promotes a diverse, multicultural environment where understanding, acceptance, and friendship are central to daily life.
Programmes
The school offers a continuous international education through the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, including the Early Learning Center (ages 3–6), the Primary Years Programme (ages 3–11), the Middle Years Programme (ages 11–16), and the Diploma Programme (ages 16–18). The curriculum is delivered in English and incorporates elements such as Service as Action, Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, and creative and performing arts.
Outcomes
The school aims to develop internationally minded individuals who recognize their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet. Students are prepared for global opportunities through an English-language curriculum, and the school community celebrates academic achievements, such as success in national mathematics competitions.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) programme for students across the ELC, PYP, and MYP levels. This support service is available for an additional annual fee, depending on the student's grade level.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Anton Bruckner International School offer?
- Anton Bruckner International School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- How much is tuition at Anton Bruckner International School?
- Annual tuition at Anton Bruckner International School is €2.4K–€5.5K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Anton Bruckner International School teach?
- Anton Bruckner International School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
- What accreditations does Anton Bruckner International School hold?
- Anton Bruckner International School holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Anton Bruckner International School co-educational?
- Anton Bruckner International School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Anton Bruckner International School located?
- Anton Bruckner International School is an international school in Linz, Austria.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026/2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center | 3–6 | €2.4K |
| Grade 1 to Grade 5 (PYP1, PYP2, PYP3, PYP4, PYP5) | 6–11 | €3.5K |
| Grade 6 to Grade 10 (MYP1, MYP2, MYP3, MYP4, MYP5) | 11–16 | €4.1K |
| DP | 16–18 | €5.5K |
Other fees(7)
| Application fee· Application fee non-refundable (ELC, PYP, MYP, DP) payable at registration | €150 |
|---|---|
| Enrolment fee· Enrolment fee non-refundable (ELC, PYP, MYP, DP) payable upon confirmation of the school place | €1K |
| Materials· iPad configuration & service fee (PYP1- PYP5) payable upon confirmation of the school place | €250 |
| Materials· Yearly stationary fee for grade 1 to 10 (all PYPs, all MYPs) payable 2 x 160 € | €320 |
| EAL· ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) for PYP 1, PYP 2, PYP 3 | €1.6K |
| EAL· ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) for PYP 4, PYP 5, MYP 1 | €2.1K |
| EAL· ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) for MYP 2 - MYP 3 | €3.2K |
Admissions
The school processes international applications year-round. Prospective families are encouraged to explore the admissions criteria and application process via the school's OpenApply platform. An application fee and an enrolment fee are required upon registration and confirmation of a school place, respectively.
Calendar
The school provides academic calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years in PDF format. These documents are accessible through the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
Located in the Bruckner Tower in Linz, the school campus includes dedicated care rooms for after-school activities, a gymnasium, and a sports field. The school also features an ABIS Media Center and integrates technology into the classroom.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an After School Care (ASC) programme for students in the Primary Years Programme (PYP 1–5), which includes homework supervision, games, and sports activities in the gym or on the sports field. Additional activities include arts and crafts projects such as painting, clay modeling, and collage, as well as occasional special events like cooking afternoons, movie screenings, and field trips. An Early Learning Center (ELC) afternoon care service is also available.
- Gabriele UnterspergerPrincipal
Gabriele Untersperger serves as the Principal of Anton Bruckner International School.
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