Students at the Grüninger School in Thalwil
The transition to a new school is an important decision for children and parents. At the Grüninger Schule, we support this process attentively, personally, and with plenty of time for questions. In a safe and supportive environment, we get to know your child and work together to determine whether our school is the right place for their future education.
Secure your place now
We still have vacancies.
We still have places available for the 2026/2027 school year and look forward to welcoming new children to our school community. We accept new students throughout the year, provided places are available.
Room for development
What students would most benefit from our school?
Our school is a place for children who naturally enjoy learning or want to rediscover that experience. Many of our students didn't find the support they needed in mainstream schools, whether due to learning difficulties or because they didn't feel comfortable in their social environment. Perhaps you, too, sense that your child is getting lost in their current setting, even though they are actually curious and eager to learn when the conditions are right. At our school, children will find the safe haven of a small, supportive community. Here, they can develop their potential, build confidence, and learn at their own pace.
Students at the Grüninger Schule
Changing schools is an important step. At the Grüninger Schule, we provide personal, attentive, and pressure-free support for children and parents. In a safe and supportive environment, we get to know your child and work together to determine if our school is the right place for their future education.
The first step
If you are interested, we warmly invite you to a personal introductory meeting. During this meeting, we will show you our school, answer your questions, and take the time to get to know your child and their needs. We look forward to welcoming you and your child.
Transparent school fees
School fees 2026/27
School fees and tariffs:
Grüninger Schule offers a variety of financing models, which are tailored to the individual support needs and status of each student. The costs for one school year are structured as follows:
Privately Funded School Placement
Parents who wish to enrol their child privately at our school will be subject to the following rates:
- Monthly tuition fee: CHF 2,500
- Material costs: CHF 50 per month
- Total per month: CHF 2,550
Payment options: Tuition fees can be paid conveniently on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis.
School placement with special education status:
This option is available to adolescents with an official special educational needs status (e.g. via the local school authority or the school psychological service) who wish to make use of our specialised, multiprofessional, three-pillar model.
- Total per school year: CHF 48,500 (including material costs).
- This fee covers the intensive support provided by our expert team consisting of special educational needs and disability (SEND) coordinators, social pedagogues and career guidance coaches.
Important notes on financing:
As Grüninger Schule is a private school, costs are only covered by the local municipality in certain cases. Whether partial or full funding is possible largely depends on your municipality of residence and your child’s individual situation.
You are not alone:
If you have any questions about financing, the different tariffs or liaising with your municipality, we are happy to advise you personally. We will support you in finding the best possible educational path for your child.
Room for development
A place to belong and grow
Many children who come to us have already had challenging experiences at school. With us, they will find the learning environment, confidence and appreciation they need to thrive.
Would you like to take the next step?
We would be happy to get to know you and your child personally and have a no-obligation discussion to clarify whether our school is the right place for their further education.