International Christian School of Vienna

Located in Vienna, Austria, in the 22nd district (Donaustadt). The campus is at Wagramer Strasse 175 / Panethgasse 6a, 1220 Vienna, Austria. It has excellent access to public transportation within walking distance of the U1 subway line Rennbahnweg, and is a few stations from the United Nations building, about 20 minutes from the city center.

Elementary School – Primary (age 5) through Grade 5; Secondary School – Middle School: Grades 6 to 8; High School: Grades 9 to 12.

Private international Christian school with Öffentlichkeitsrecht status, fully accredited by ACSI and MSA, and an IB World School offering an American curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme option for Grades 11–12.

340 students in grades Primary through 12; 65 nationalities represented; welcomes international, diplomatic, missionary, and local families.

English language learner (ELL) support is provided; grades for ELL may be reported as Pass/Fail.

Austria

Christian; weekly Chapel sessions and Bible classes four times a week; school operates from a Christian worldview.

Language of instruction is English; German instruction is provided at varying levels from Primary through Grade 12. IB Spanish ab initio is available in Grades 11–12, with IB French and IB Mandarin offered through the online IB Pamoja platform. School hours: Elementary 8:30–15:20; Secondary 8:30–15:25; Thursday late start 8:55; doors open at 7:50; After School Care for Elementary 15:35–17:30; Middle/High School after 16:00.

The International Christian School of Vienna follows an American curriculum from Primary (age 5) to Grade 12, with an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme option for High School in Grades 11 and 12. The curriculum is aligned with the National Common Core State Standards (CCSS), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and American Education Reaches Out (AERO).

Average class size across the school is 15 students per class, with a maximum of 24; IB classes in Grades 11 and 12 average 11 students.

IB Diploma pass rate has been 100% in the last few years; in 2023-2024, 100% of IB Diploma candidates passed with an average score of 33.

A School Counselor supports post-high school planning and university preparation; graduates have gained admission to universities worldwide; the IB Diploma is accepted as a university entrance qualification by Austrian universities, and the American High School Diploma is recognized as well.

ICSV supports social and emotional development through a dedicated student support system and a School Counselor. The Student Support Services program offers English Language Learner (ELL) instruction at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, along with Learning Support for mild to moderate learning challenges. Both ELL and Learning Support are available in Elementary and Secondary and incur an additional fee. The School Counselor provides academic and social-emotional guidance, helps with time management, and assists with post‑high‑school planning. Spiritual Formation activities—including Bible study, weekly chapels, mentoring, and small groups—contribute to a caring community and character development. All staff teach from a biblical worldview and model Christ-like relationships, reinforcing students' well-being.

ICSV provides Learning Support for students with mild to moderate learning challenges. Elementary Learning Support includes in-class and small-group help from a learning support teacher and assistants, focusing on re-teaching in math, reading, and writing; some students may take LS in place of English or a foreign language. An Individual Learning Support Plan outlines each student's goals and accommodations. Both Elementary ELL and LS options incur an additional fee. In Secondary, Learning Support is available on a varied basis with a trained learning specialist, including group and pull-out support, based on need and capacity. There is an additional fee for LS services.

ICSV provides an English Language Learner (ELL) program to assist non-native English-speaking students. The classroom and ELL teachers lead instruction, with additional support from English language teachers who provide consultation and evaluation. Students' English proficiency is assessed using test results, work samples, and prior records to tailor support. Elementary students in Extended ELL (ELL1) replace German class and receive pull-out support; Regular ELL (ELL2) continues English instruction in place of German. In Secondary, Middle School uses Extended ELL (ELL1) and General ELL (ELL3), while High School uses General ELL (ELL3). The goal is for students to become independent learners in an English-language environment.

ICSV supports mental wellbeing through the School Counselor, who provides academic and social-emotional guidance and assists with post-high-school planning. The counselor offers individual and small-group support, and parents may schedule meetings by appointment. Spiritual Formation activities, including Bible classes and weekly chapels, contribute to a supportive community and values-based development. All staff teach from a biblical worldview, and daily interactions model Christ-like relationships. The school emphasizes a caring culture and balanced living as part of its approach to student wellbeing.

ICSV maintains a Child Protection Policy to safeguard the welfare of all students. All employees and volunteers are mandatory reporters for suspected abuse. Suspicions of abuse are reported to the Jugendamt (MA11) for determination. Abuse is defined as physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect. The policy adheres to Austrian regulations and emphasizes reporting, safeguarding, and prevention.

Online Application Form and Supporting Documents are submitted in the online application portal. The child's Passport or Birth Certificate is required. School reports/transcripts must be in English or German; Elementary and Middle School applicants provide the two most recent reports, while High School students provide official transcripts with a timetable indicating hours per subject or credits. The non-refundable Application Fee is €400. Admissions Testing is conducted to determine academic needs after application and documents are submitted. An Admissions Decision is communicated by email if the child is accepted. Enrollment requires paying a Registration Fee of €1680 and submitting the Enrollment Contract within five business days of acceptance. Students who have not lived in Austria for at least three months before the start date must provide TB Clearance. The school has more than 320 students from over 65 countries.

Tuition Waiver Fund provides tuition waivers to families with limited resources; donations support this program.