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Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages French
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Mayflower Christian Academy is a non-profit association offering a Christian education with public status recognized by the Austrian government. Located on the International Campus Vienna in Oberlaa, the school shares facilities with Arche Noah kindergarten, enabling collaboration in a community rooted in shared values. The curriculum combines the Austrian primary (grades 0–4) and lower secondary (grades 5–8) with plans to expand toward a Matura, using German as the language of instruction and intensive English supported by DaZ/DaF specialists. From grade seven, French becomes a main subject, and the school also offers Advanced Placement (AP) alongside the Austrian curriculum. A Digital Media Concept underpins learning with tablets and interactive boards. ErasmusPlus projects foster international mobility, while service-learning, arts, and mentoring programs strengthen academics, character, and leadership. The school belongs to International Campus Vienna and emphasizes Christian values, bilingual education, and preparation for study in Austria and beyond, and future study abroad.
Mayflower Christian Academy has instruction in German, English.
Location
Fontanastraße 8, 1100 Vienna, Austria; in the Oberlaa area; on the International Campus Vienna site; part of the International Campus Vienna network. The campus sits on the same site as Arche Noah kindergarten, with a kiss-and-drop turnaround at the Fontanastraße end and on-campus parking for families with kindergarten on site.
Stages
Primary levels 1-4 and Secondary levels 5-8
Type
Christian non-denominational private school with public status recognized by the Austrian government
Pupil Nationality Mix
About 70% of students come from the international private kindergarten Arche Noah on site or from an English-speaking environment.
Additional learning support
Individual support is offered; occasional language or mathematical support; private support lessons available on request.
Country affiliation
Free Churches in Austria
Religious affiliation
Christian (non-denominational)
School day structure
School runs Monday to Friday, starting at 8:30 am. Primary lessons end by 3:00 pm; secondary lessons end by 5:05 pm. The school year includes autonomous days and schedule adjustments; after-school care and various courses are available.
Fees
Annual tuition at Mayflower Christian Academy ranges from EUR 8,880 to EUR 9,720 for 2026/27.
Application & one-time fees - Deposit: EUR 310 (refundable after leaving the school, per contract). - Enrolment fee: EUR 820. - School readiness test / taster days: EUR 150 (this amount is refunded in the first school month). - School medical certificate: EUR 70.
Tuition fees by year group (2026/27 academic year) - Primary level (grades 0–4): EUR 8,880 per year. This is billed as EUR 740 per month on a 12 x September–August schedule. - Secondary level I (grades 5–8): EUR 9,720 per year. This is billed as EUR 810 per month on a 12 x September–August schedule. - Sibling discounts: second child on campus receives 15% discount; third child on campus receives 25% discount. - Early-payment reduction: a 2% reduction on school fees is applied if the annual school fee is paid within four weeks of school entry.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Regular billing: monthly school fees are collected by direct debit and are debited from the payer's account. The published monthly amounts are based on 12 monthly instalments covering September through August. - Additional charges: educational excursions, sports weeks and additional activities (special language courses, afternoon care, etc.) are charged separately and are not included in the standard monthly tuition.
Boarding - Boarding is not part of the school's provision; the school operates as a day school with supervised arrival and after‑school care options.
Other costs and optional extras - Optional services listed by the school include lunch, morning snack, early‑morning care (from 7:00 a.m. until school starts), after‑school care (until 5:00 p.m.), and holiday day‑care / school autonomous days; these services incur additional charges. - Uniform: a school uniform is required; standard items include dark blue trousers or skirt, dark blue sweater or gilet, dark blue jumper with MCA lettering, and polo shirts / turtlenecks / blouses with the school logo. Uniform items are available to try on and order through the school office (prices are set at the school shop).
Refund information - Security deposit (EUR 310) is refundable upon leaving the school in accordance with the school contract. - The school readiness test / taster day fee (EUR 150) is refunded in the first school month.
Fee payment options - Monthly tuition is collected by direct debit from the payer's bank account. - Bank account details (IBAN/BIC) for payments are provided by the school; the school's IBAN and BIC are published in the school's parent information and imprint.
Summary of amounts (key figures) - One‑time: Deposit EUR 310 (refundable); Enrolment EUR 820; Readiness test EUR 150 (refunded in first month); Medical certificate EUR 70. - Tuition 2026/27: Primary (grades 0–4) EUR 8,880 p.a. / EUR 740 p.m. (12x); Secondary I (grades 5–8) EUR 9,720 p.a. / EUR 810 p.m. (12x).
Academics
Mayflower Christian Academy teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Christian Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Primary level follows the Austrian primary school curriculum (grades 0–4) with German as the first language and English taught intensively as a second language, supported by DaZ/DaF. Secondary level follows the Austrian lower secondary curriculum (AHS) for grades 5–8; material is taught partly in English. The school plans to expand to a secondary school diploma (Matura) in the near future. From the 5th grade, French is introduced as a second foreign language and becomes a main subject from the 7th grade.
Exam Results
Pupils are graded using the Austrian system (1–5) from grade 3 onward, with a verbal addition. Detailed learning objective protocols (LZP) accompany the grades. Reports are issued twice a year and include a behaviour assessment.
Higher Education Progression
The school currently serves primary grades 1–4 and secondary grades 5–8. It plans to offer the Matura in the future, expanding its diploma offerings.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted education is supported by a team of teachers including gifted education specialists, a learning coach, DaZ support and English teachers to promote talents and high-ability learners.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school centers on Christian values and a community-based learning environment. It aims to develop students into strong individuals who can cope with themselves and their surroundings, live with confidence, and pursue their goals. Learning goes beyond academics to help students discover talents, enjoy learning, and take responsibility within a caring community that values diversity and respectful interactions.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides intensive German language support (DaZ/DaF) for pupils with insufficient German and may classify pupils as exceptional when language skills lag. It offers individual support lessons as part of the teacher's regular instruction, with additional language or mathematics support and private lessons available on request. The MIKA-D test is used to assess language proficiency.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is German; English is used intensively as a second language, with DaZ/DaF support to help pupils overcome language hurdles. English is built up through dedicated English lessons and by integrating English into other subjects.
Mental Wellbeing
Mentoring supports student well-being. Each pupil has a mentor and weekly or fortnightly conversations to share concerns and develop strengths. The mentoring programme helps students understand their own strengths, consider future education and vocations, and seek guidance in their personal development.
Safeguarding
The school has a safeguarding/child protection concept (Kinderschutzkonzept) with detailed information available on the service pages.
Admissions
Admissions
You would like to enrol your child with MCA? MCA welcomes all students, regardless of origin, ethnicity, nationality and religion. Visit us on our Open Day (the 1st Tuesday in October, November and May) and/or arrange a personal tour so we can show you around. Siblings of MCA students are given priority for admission. Registration deadlines are published in the Primary and Secondary parent information. Placement for grades 0–8 takes place directly at MCA after we receive the completed registration form, and a placement date is arranged. A parental interview is required for admission. Basic admission requirements include commitment to the goals and values of MCA; sufficient language skills in German or English; adherence to the school rules as described in the student handbook and signed by parents; sufficient financial means to cover school fees; and medical fitness to attend the school.
Scholarships
Scholarships: An application guide is provided. At the start of each school year (September) we collect the necessary data from parents who wish to apply for a scholarship. Rules for granting a scholarship and the application form are provided. The School Board, consisting of five members (representatives of teachers, parents and the Finance Board), decides which pupils receive scholarships and the amount, based on the agreed principles. Fundraising: MCA is financed by school fees, Federation subsidies and donations from Christian circles and sponsors; fundraising activities help cover the costs of Christian education and school life. Donations support school grants to pupils who would otherwise not be able to attend; the administration regards it as an honour to steward funds for the benefit of the children and we aim to keep fees affordable. Forms for applying for a scholarship can be obtained from the school secretary; all applications should be addressed to the treasurer responsible for finances. Tax deductibility in Austria is noted on the site.
FAQs
What curriculum does Mayflower Christian Academy follow?
Primary level follows the Austrian primary school curriculum with German as the first language and English taught throughout. Secondary school offers the Austrian Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary curricula with increasing English instruction.
Is Mayflower Christian Academy a religious school?
Yes. Mayflower is a Christian non-denominational private school. It welcomes families of all backgrounds while maintaining a Christian ethos.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from approximately EUR 8,880 to EUR 9,720 depending on the year group.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students from age 5 to 18 in a co-educational setting.
Where is the school located?
Mayflower is at Fontanastraße 8, 1100 Vienna, in the Oberlaa area, on an international campus.
Does the school offer learning support?
Individual support is offered, including occasional language or mathematical support. The school provides intensive German language support (DaZ/DaF) for pupils with insufficient German proficiency.
Does the school have public status?
Yes. Mayflower Christian Academy has public status rights (Öffentlichkeitsrecht), meaning its qualifications are officially recognised in Austria.
What languages are used for instruction?
German is the primary language of instruction at primary level, with English taught throughout. English instruction increases in the secondary school years.
Does the school provide German language support for newcomers?
Yes. Intensive DaZ/DaF (German as a Second/Foreign Language) support is available for pupils who do not yet have sufficient German proficiency.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Details on specific extracurricular activities should be confirmed with the school. The Christian non-denominational ethos informs the school's community activities.
