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Vienna European School

Founded 2001

Updated July 2026

Vienna Elementary School and Vienna European School is a private educational institution founded in 2001 that serves students from kindergarten through to senior high school. It provides a comprehensive academic programme that culminates in the Austrian Matura.

Teaching approach

Founded in 2001, the school aims to create a learning environment where children can discover their individual learning styles without fear. The educational approach focuses on awakening and maintaining curiosity while encouraging independent and creative work to promote pride in personal performance. The school strives to support students in developing their unique strengths and attributes.

Programmes

The school offers a structured educational path beginning with kindergarten and preschool, followed by elementary school, junior high, and senior high school. The curriculum across these stages emphasizes communication, presentation skills, leadership education, and values education. In the senior high years, the programme focuses on subject distribution and university preparation alongside the Austrian Matura.

Outcomes

The senior high school programme provides university preparation and vocational guidance to support students in their future paths. Students in the senior high division work toward the Austrian Matura qualification.

Student support

EAL support
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Learning support
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Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school invites prospective families to contact the administration to schedule an appointment for a personal visit to the campus. This visit serves as the primary step for those interested in the admissions process.

Calendar

The school maintains a calendar that includes scheduled special events, competitions, and various activities throughout the academic year. These events are integrated into the programmes for the kindergarten, elementary, junior high, and senior high levels.

About the campus

The campus features dedicated facilities for all age groups, ranging from kindergarten to senior high school. These spaces are documented through virtual tours and include areas specifically designed to support the school's curriculum and student activities.

Co-curriculars

Students have access to a variety of afternoon activities and extra activities designed to complement their academic studies. These offerings include participation in competitions and school-organized tours, known as 'VES on Tour'.

  • Dr. Sigrid Schauberger
    Dr. Sigrid SchaubergerDirector of VES

    Dr. Sigrid Schauberger founded the Vienna Elementary School in 2001. She focuses on creating a learning environment that encourages independent and creative work, allowing children to discover their learning styles without fear.