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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Founded in 1986, Svenska Skolan i Wien is a private Swedish international school in Grinzing, Vienna, offering a Kindergarten, Preschool Class, and Elementary School for children aged 2 to 16. The school delivers a bilingual environment with Swedish and German from early years and adds English as part of language education. Primary Education for grades 1–6 follows the Swedish curriculum, Lgr 22, and since 2012 holds Öffentlichkeitsrecht from the Austrian School Board, authorising legally recognised Schulzeugnisse and smooth transitions to Austrian or international schools. The program blends Swedish curriculum standards with Austrian educational requirements, providing a versatile foundation for future study. Small class sizes and fully qualified teachers support professional development. Digitalisation is embedded with iPads, Chromebooks, and projectors in every class. The Grinzing campus sits in a villa with two gardens, near forests and vineyards, offering outdoor learning, daily after‑school care, and a range of cultural and language activities.
Svenska Skolan i Wien has instruction in Swedish, German.
Location
Located in the Grinzing neighborhood of northwestern Vienna, Svenska Skolan i Wien is housed in a villa with two gardens. The address is Scheibelreitergasse 15, 1190 Wien. The campus is near playgrounds, forests and hills, supporting outdoor learning and exploration.
Stages
Kindergarten (Lönneberga) and Last Kindergarten Year; Primary Education (grades 1–6).
Type
The Swedish School in Vienna is a Swedish international school offering bilingual early years and primary education following the Swedish curriculum. Language education includes Swedish, German, and English.
Country affiliation
Sweden
Fees
Annual tuition at Svenska Skolan i Wien ranges from EUR 7,050 to EUR 20,850 for 2026/27.
Application & enrolment fees - Registration (application) fee: EUR 160 (non‑refundable). - Starting (enrolment) fee: EUR 200 (deducted from the first payment).
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts, per published fee schedule) - Kindergarten (children age 2–5): EUR 7,050 per year. - Preschool / preparatory year (children age 5–6; "last kindergarten year"): EUR 7,050 per year. - Elementary school (Grades 1–6): - Regular fee: EUR 20,850 per year. - Reduced fee: EUR 11,850 per year (reduction subject to application/eligibility). - Sibling discount for a second child in primary school: 40% (listed as EUR 7,110 for the second child; sibling discounts are only given to families who are granted the reduced fee).
Fees for supplementary or specific services - Kompletterande svenska (supplementary Swedish instruction, Grades 1–6): EUR 670 per year; with sibling discount: EUR 480. - Handledning genom Sofia Distans (distance guidance / support): EUR 610.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The published fee schedule lists annual amounts and shows the registration and starting fees noted above; the starting fee is explicitly deducted from the first payment. The published schedule does not list a term-by-term breakdown or detailed instalment dates in the fee document itself. - Bank transfer details provided for payments: Schwedischer Schulverein in Wien, IBAN AT5420 11100 0386 20227, BIC GIBAATWW. Payments via bank transfer are explicitly supported.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable for this school; the published materials cover Lönneberga Kindergarten and the Swedish primary school (ages for these programmes are 2–12). No boarding or residential charges are listed.
Other costs and routine charges - The schedule lists the registration and starting fees above as the upfront administrative charges. - The fee schedule identifies the specific supplementary course fees noted above; other occasional charges (for example earlier-year documents have shown small one‑off charges in some years such as maintenance or activity fees) are not included as standard line items in the current published schedule.
Refunds and withdrawals - The published fee schedule does not specify a detailed refund or withdrawal policy within the fee document. The fee document notes that fees are decided annually by vote at the General Meeting; specific refund or termination terms are not listed in the published fee table.
Accepted payment methods - Bank transfer (IBAN/BIC above) is provided as a payment method. The fee schedule and admissions material do not list other specific payment channels (credit card, direct debit) within the published fee sheet.
Notes for your use - All figures above are taken from the school's published fee schedule for the most recent academic year available in the school's fee documents. For clarity when entering these into a database, the schedule provides annual amounts; per‑term amounts are not expressed in the published fee table and would require the school's billing instructions to convert into term or instalment figures.
Academics
Svenska Skolan i Wien teaches Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 2 to 16.
Curriculum
Primary Education for grades 1–6 follows the Swedish curriculum, Lgr 22. Since 2012, the school has Öffentlichkeitsrecht from the Austrian School Board, enabling legally recognized Schulzeugnisse and smooth transitions to Austrian or international schools. Education takes place in small groups with a high teacher-to-student ratio; all teachers are fully qualified and participate in ongoing professional development. The program blends Swedish curriculum standards with Austrian educational standards to provide a versatile foundation for future learning. Language learning is a priority: grades 2–6 receive four German lessons per week, grade 1 two; lessons are taught by native-speaking teachers in Swedish, German, and English, with cultural activities and collaboration with an Austrian partner school to support integration. Digitalisation is developed with iPads and Chromebooks in every class and projectors in the classrooms. In Kindergarten, Lönneberga is bilingual with Swedish and German spoken equally.
Student Teacher Ratio
Education takes place in small groups with a high teacher-to-student ratio. All teachers are fully qualified and participate in regular professional development.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Throughout the year, a variety of events enrich students' experiences, including theatre visits, song performances, hiking tours, and visits to traditional wine taverns (Heuriger). Cherished traditions like the Lucia Light Festival are celebrated. Our location in Grinzing, in Vienna's 19th district, provides a tranquil, green environment that supports learning and growth. Small class sizes and a multilingual staff contribute to a safe, warm learning environment and foster long-term connections within a tight-knit community. The school's ethos is that children who feel happy and secure are well prepared for life.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Last Kindergarten Year offers a multilingual school-preparing group at a high educational level, with Swedish and German, plus extra English for reading and writing, including phonological awareness exercises, rhymes, and reading and audiobooks. The program emphasizes social and emotional development and provides ample outdoor time. From Grade 6 onwards, Swedish studies continue through Sofia Distans with biweekly supervision from staff. In Lönneberga, Swedish and German are spoken equally, forming the foundation of the educational approach. In Primary Education, language learning is a priority with four German lessons per week for grades 2–6 and two per week for Grade 1, all language lessons taught by native-speaking teachers in Swedish, German, and English.
Mental Wellbeing
The Director emphasizes that children who feel happy and secure are well prepared for life, guiding the school's approach to well-being. The Director's Message describes a learning environment designed to help children become strong, independent, and respectful individuals. The Community page notes that small class sizes and a multilingual staff create a safe, warm learning environment that supports social and emotional development and fosters a sense of belonging. The Grinzing campus' tranquil setting further supports students' well-being and secure surroundings for learning and growth.
Safeguarding
A safe, warm learning environment is created through small class sizes and a multilingual staff. The guiding principle that happy and secure children are well prepared for life reinforces safeguarding values. The Grinzing campus offers a green, safe environment for learning, with an emphasis on respect and consideration toward others.
Admissions
Admissions
The school offers Primary Education and Complementary Swedish Education. Application Forms are available for admission. Fees for 2025-2026 are published. Bank Details for payments are provided: IBAN AT5420 11100 0386 20227; BIC GIBAATWW. The contact address is Scheibelreitergasse 15, 1190 Wien, Austria. Telephone: +43 1 3207980. at admissions page.
FAQs
What curriculum does Svenska Skolan i Wien follow?
Primary grades 1-6 follow the Swedish curriculum (Lgr 22). The school has held Öffentlichkeitsrecht since 2012, meaning its qualifications are officially recognised in Austria.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately EUR 7,050 to EUR 20,850 depending on the year group and programme.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students from age 2 to 16 in a co-educational setting.
Where is the school located?
Svenska Skolan i Wien is in the Grinzing neighbourhood of northwestern Vienna.
What languages are used for instruction?
Swedish is the primary language of instruction, following the Swedish curriculum. German and English are also part of the programme given the school's location in Vienna.
Is this a private school?
Yes. Svenska Skolan i Wien is a Swedish international school in Vienna with Austrian public status (Öffentlichkeitsrecht).
Does the school have a religious affiliation?
No, Svenska Skolan i Wien does not have a religious affiliation.
What does Öffentlichkeitsrecht mean?
Öffentlichkeitsrecht is Austrian public status recognition, meaning the school's qualifications and certificates are officially recognised by the Austrian state, equivalent to those of public schools.
Does the school offer learning support?
No dedicated learning support or SEN provision has been published. Families with specific needs should contact the school directly.
Is the school suitable for non-Swedish-speaking families?
The school follows the Swedish curriculum with Swedish as the primary language. Non-Swedish-speaking families should discuss language requirements with the school before applying.
