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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
COLE International Schools in Innsbruck offers a bilingual English and German early years pathway and a bilingual Primary School for children aged 6 to 10. The Pre-School operates in English with German speaking assistants and follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage for younger children, while the Primary delivers parallel instruction in German and English under the supervision of qualified teachers from Britain and Austria. The bespoke curriculum blends Austrian and British frameworks with a science emphasis, and ICT is integrated across learning. The school is private and non-denominational, housed in a family home with a dedicated Pre-School garden. COLE prioritises holistic development, intercultural awareness and language acquisition, and maintains partnerships with Brighton College to uphold standards. Extracurriculars include holiday programmes, science and technology projects, arts and crafts and a range of outdoor activities. The campus is preparing to extend to a High School, offering welcoming atmosphere for international families.
COLE International Schools has instruction in English, German.
Location
Weingartnerstrasse 108, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria. The COLE International Schools are located in Innsbruck, Tyrol. Public transport serves the school via the Sieglanger bus; the bus stops directly outside the school house in both directions and runs every 15 minutes.
Stages
COLE operates a Pre-School for ages approximately 3–6 and a Primary School for early primary education. The overall age range is 3 to 10 years.
Type
Private, non-denominational international school.
Additional learning support
Flexible teaching adapted to each child's needs; bilingual English/German environment.
Religious affiliation
Non-denominational (non-confessional).
School day structure
Pre-School days run from 7:30 to 12:30 or 7:30 to 13:30 with vegetarian lunches; After School Care is available 3–5 days a week.
Bus service
Travel to school with public transport; the 'C' Sieglanger bus stops directly outside the school house in both directions and runs every 15 minutes.
Fees
Application / one-time enrolment fee - A one‑time, non‑refundable enrolment fee of EUR 600 per child is payable when the pupil is definitively enrolled. The enrolment fee must be paid on receipt of invoice and remains payable even if the pupil later leaves; returning pupils within two years pay 50% of the enrolment fee.
Tuition fees — Pre‑school (ages 3–6) - The Pre‑school operates two terms per calendar year. Fees are shown per term. - Attendance option: Monday–Friday 07:30–12:30 (pick up by 12:30): - 3 mornings per week: EUR 1,500 per term. - 4 mornings per week: EUR 2,000 per term. - Full week (5 mornings): EUR 2,500 per term. - Attendance option: Monday–Friday 07:30–13:30 (includes vegetarian lunch): - 3 days per week: EUR 2,100 per term. - 4 days per week: EUR 2,800 per term. - Full week (5 days, with lunch): EUR 3,400 per term. - Note on Primary/Secondary: Primary and secondary provision is not operating at present (registrations for primary are not possible). No tuition schedule is published for primary/secondary while those sections are not active.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school year consists of two terms; fees are invoiced per term. The term fee for a given term is payable no later than seven working days before the beginning of that term. An announced fee increase, if any, is communicated by 15 March and becomes effective at the start of the following school year. Late payments incur arrears interest at 5% per month; unpaid fees overdue by more than six weeks may result in out‑of‑court collection costs charged to the payer and possible termination of the enrolment agreement. For pupils entering or leaving during a term the full term fee is charged; term fees are not refunded for early withdrawal.
Boarding / residential provision - Boarding is not provided for Pre‑school pupils and no boarding provision is published for COLE International Schools. There are no boarding fees.
Other compulsory and regular costs - Materials / resources contribution: a contribution is charged per term to cover instructional materials. The enrolment form lists EUR 150 per term per child as a resources contribution; the admissions page lists materials per term in the range EUR 200–250 per child (subject to change). Parents should expect a per‑term materials charge in this range. - Cleaning contribution / alternative: families may provide a minimum number of cleaning hours per term or pay instead. The enrolment form specifies an option to contribute a minimum of 15 hours of cleaning help per term or pay EUR 250 per term per family; another page indicates a minimum of 20 hours self‑help as an alternative—the payment alternative is EUR 250 per term per family. - School uniform: a simple uniform is obligatory. School crest emblems are available at cost price (EUR 2 per crest). Other uniform items are purchased by parents from retail sources. - Optional / occasional extras: outings, swimming courses, sports weeks, holiday programmes and similar activities incur additional charges paid in advance on notice; these additional charges are invoiced separately and follow the same late‑payment terms. - Society membership: an annual family society membership is encouraged; the listed ordinary membership contribution for Pre‑school families is EUR 350 per family/year, with other membership categories available.
Refunds and withdrawal - Term fees are charged in full for the term even if a pupil enters or departs during that term. Term fees are not refunded for early withdrawal. The one‑time enrolment fee is non‑refundable except where the pupil is prevented from entering school solely through the school's fault; returning pupils who left within two years pay 50% of the enrolment fee on re‑admission. There is no sibling discount on fees. There is no entitlement to fee reduction or refund for cancellations due to circumstances outside the school's responsibility (e.g., weather, strikes, illness, epidemics).
Fee payment options and bank details - Fees are payable by bank transfer to the school account. The payment account specified for term fees and enrolment fees is: - Raiffeisenbank Tirol Mitte West eGen, Tirol, Austria - IBAN: AT81 3633 6000 0130 0995 - BIC: RZTIAT22336 - Payments must state the payment purpose (for example: ‘pre‑school fee, X days/week, term…, year…, pupil name') to ensure correct allocation. No commercial card payment method is specified in the standard enrolment contract; payments are required to be made to the specified account by the stated due dates. Late payment remedies and interest apply as noted above.
Practical summary for parents (fees per term) - 3 mornings/week (07:30–12:30): EUR 1,500 per term. - 4 mornings/week (07:30–12:30): EUR 2,000 per term. - 5 mornings/week (07:30–12:30): EUR 2,500 per term. - 3 days/week with lunch (07:30–13:30): EUR 2,100 per term. - 4 days/week with lunch (07:30–13:30): EUR 2,800 per term. - 5 days/week with lunch (07:30–13:30): EUR 3,400 per term. - One‑time enrolment fee: EUR 600 per child. - Materials / resources: contribution per term typically between EUR 150 and EUR 250 per child (subject to change). - Cleaning alternative: minimum self‑help hours per term or EUR 250 per term per family.
(All amounts shown in EUR.)
Academics
COLE International Schools teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 10.
Curriculum
The working language is British English, with German taught as a second language. The Pre-school curriculum is bilingual (English/German) and designed to support early language development and everyday learning. It follows British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for Reception and KS1 guidelines for 3 to 6-year-olds. German is taught in a playful way, with German native-speaking staff supporting language learning. The program emphasizes holistic development across language, literacy and numeracy, social and emotional growth, and intercultural awareness, preparing children for entry into COLE Primary School.
Student Teacher Ratio
Pre-school groups are capped at 16 students, with two to three teaching staff.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Emotions and social relationships are a defined part of COLE Pre-school's educational areas. They include identity development, trust and well-being, cooperation and conflict culture. The curriculum supports children to express their feelings, develop self-awareness and self-confidence, and learn conflict resolution strategies. It also promotes stable relationships with caregivers and peers, and fosters social and communicative interaction in play.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
In COLE Pre-school, inclusion is a fundamental attitude; diversity is recognised as a resource and education is differentiated to meet individual needs. The educational concept emphasises inclusive pedagogy and language support to assist learners with different needs. The Pre-school is not suitable for children with severe physical and mental disabilities or major learning difficulties.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Working language is English with German as a second language. Language support and language proficiency assessment are essential parts of the educational work to assist children who do not speak English or German. Additional English and German native-speaking educators support language development and bridge to the lead teacher for children who do not speak English/German.
Mental Wellbeing
Emotions and social relationships include identity development, trust and well-being, cooperation and conflict culture. The curriculum supports expressing feelings, developing self-awareness and self-confidence, and learning to manage conflicts. It promotes stable relationships and social interaction, supporting the child's overall mental well-being within a holistic educational approach.
Safeguarding
Everyone is responsible for the safety, learning, and physical and mental well-being of all the children. This safeguarding emphasis sits within the educational concept and daily practice.
Admissions
Admissions
1. COLE International Schools offer Pre-School for approximately 3 to 6 years and Primary School for 6 to 10 years. Pre-School registration for the 2026-27 school year is OPEN. Children do NOT need to speak English or German to be accepted, and toilet-training is required to start. Places are limited. 2. 3. For Primary School admissions, children aged 6 to 10 are accepted regardless of nationality, language or religion, and admissions are accepted throughout the year; not all language knowledge is required. 4. 5. The Primary School timetable includes a morning session from 7:30 to 12:30, and After School Care from 12:30 to 16:00. 6. Fees for the Primary School include a one-time enrolment fee of 600 per child, a society membership of 350 per family per year, materials at 200 per term, cleaning at 250 per term, and costs for outings, skiing/swimming courses and holiday programmes. 7. Costs for Pre-School are published on the Pre-School admissions page.
FAQs
What age range does COLE serve?
COLE serves children from age 3 to 10, covering Pre-School and Primary School. The school is located in Innsbruck, Tyrol, at Weingartnerstrasse 108.
What languages are taught?
English is the working language with German as a second language. The Pre-School operates in British English with qualified British native speakers and German-speaking assistants.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The Pre-School follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage. The Primary blends Austrian and British frameworks with bilingual German-English instruction by qualified teachers from both countries.
What are the tuition fees?
Enrolment fee is EUR 600 per child. Pre-School tuition is EUR 5,100 per year. Primary tuition is EUR 7,600 per year (EUR 8,100 with lunch and afternoon care). A 10% sibling discount applies.
How small are the classes?
Pre-School groups are capped at 16 students with two to three teaching staff, ensuring personalised attention in a family-like learning environment.
Do children need to speak English or German?
No, children do not need to speak English or German to be accepted. The bilingual programme develops proficiency in both languages from the start.
What wellbeing support is provided?
Social-emotional learning covers identity development, trust, cooperation, and conflict resolution. The school promotes stable relationships and self-awareness through play and daily interactions.
Are meals provided?
Yes, vegetarian lunches are included with the Pre-School programme. Full-day care and afternoon care options are available for working families.
How do I apply?
Registration for 2026-27 is open. Children must be toilet-trained. Apply by contacting the school, and places are limited and allocated on availability.
What is the school's history?
COLE began in 1989 when founder Rosie Ladner-Cole opened English Playgroups in Innsbruck. It grew from serving Austrian children to a full bilingual Pre-School and Primary school.
What holiday programmes are available?
OCTEX, WINTEX, EASTEX, and SUMEX holiday programmes run throughout the year for children aged 3-10, offering arts, crafts, sports, and English language activities.
