Our offer: Private schooling for middle- and high school students in Thalwil
Our program is designed for middle and high school students who want to learn in a calm, manageable, and supportive environment. We follow the standard curriculum and, where necessary, adapt lessons to individual needs. This allows us to enable individual learning paths which specifically address the needs of our children and young people.
Learning in a personal and respectful community
With us, every child is part of a close-knit, caring, and supportive community. Personal relationships are central, because we are convinced that learning is most successful where children feel recognised, understood, and taken seriously. Anonymity and impersonal strictness have no place here. Instead, we create an environment that provides security and fosters trust.
Managing our daily routine
A structured school day with time for development
Our lessons take place in a compact and child-friendly schedule, from 8:30 am to 1:40 pm. This clear, predictable timetable ensures calm and leaves enough time in the afternoon for hobbies, therapies or additional support, without any hustle and bustle.
Learn and grow safely and securely
Intermediate level
Grades 4 to 6 including the transfer year: 6 to 10 children per class; standard curriculum or individualised support
In the middle school, we closely support our children and gradually reinforce their independence. A love of learning, security, and personal development are our top priorities.
Upper school
Grades 7 to 9 or 10: 8 to 12 students per class; standard curriculum or individualised support; targeted preparation for career choices or further education.
In the upper grades, we support young people in recognising their strengths and confidently shaping their further education.
Well prepared for the future
Good prospects for their future
Our students are well-prepared for their future careers. Whether securing an apprenticeship or further education, our individual support usually helps them find exactly the path they seek.
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.
Is our school a good fit for your child?
We would be happy to dicuss our offer with you in person to clarify whether our school concept is right for your child.