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Introduction
Meridian Bilingual Primary School Grinzing is a private, non-denominational primary school in Vienna's Grinzing district. It teaches the Austrian curriculum in German and English according to the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, integrated from day one in an all‑day program. The school serves ages 3 to 10 and emphasizes bilingual learning, with German and English languages woven into classroom activities and daily life. Meridian was the first Cambridge Primary School in Vienna and received Cambridge certification in 2023/24. A focused MINT Schwerpunkt underpins cross‑curricular mathematics, informatics, science and technology projects, preparing students for secondary school in German and/or English. Voluntary creative and language programs enrich the offer. Facilities are housed in a historic building dating back to the 14th century, with bright classrooms, a daily garden hour, and a shuttle link from Wien Mitte. The program supports project-based learning, individualized time, and a broad sports and arts provision in a bilingual environment.
Meridian Bilingual Primary School has instruction in German, English.
Location
The Meridian is located at Himmelstraße 11, 1190 Vienna, Austria. It sits in Vienna's Grinzing area, in a charming old building in the leafy Cottage district. The school is a private primary school with German and English from the first day of school.
Stages
Preschool course for 5-6 year olds with bilingual English support; there is English for children 6-9 years as well. Primary school follows the Austrian curriculum and includes Cambridge Primary Curriculum as part of the all-day program. Meridian was the first school in Vienna to be certified as a Cambridge Primary School.
Type
Private non-denominational primary school offering the Austrian curriculum with Cambridge Primary Curriculum.
Additional learning support
Flexible forms of learning; personal support; strong community.
Country affiliation
Austria
Religious affiliation
No religious background; non-denominational.
School day structure
All-day school with integrated German and English instruction and care from the first day of school.
Fees
Annual tuition at Meridian Bilingual Primary School ranges from EUR 13,044 for 2026/27.
Application fees & upfront payments - Application (processing) fee: EUR 250 (one-time); this fee is non‑refundable. - Investment contribution (one-time): EUR 1,750; due on signing the education contract when the child is finally admitted. The investment contribution is not refundable and not transferable. For families with multiple children, the investment contribution is charged for the first two siblings only. - Security deposit (caution): EUR 500; held while the child attends and refunded (without interest) when the child leaves, after offsetting any outstanding claims.
Tuition fees (2026/27) — billing options and amounts - Monthly payment (12 instalments per year): EUR 1,152 per month. - Two instalments (per semester): EUR 6,705 per semester (2x per school year). - Full-year advance payment (single payment for the school year): EUR 13,341. - Lunch & snack (mandatory): EUR 251 per month (charged 10 times per year). Lunch and snack are obligatory for all pupils.
Tuition fees by year group - The published school fees are presented as the standard charge for the private primary school program. The above tuition figures apply to the primary‑school place (the school's published primary fees). Specific per‑grade differentials are not listed separately in the published primary‑school fee schedule.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing options: monthly (12x), per semester (2x), or single full‑year advance payment. - Monthly payment requirement: a direct‑debit mandate (Lastschrift‑Einzugsmandat) is required for families choosing monthly instalments. Early and late supervision (from 08:00 and until 17:10, Fridays until 16:00) is included in the published fee. Multichild discount: 10% for the second child and 5% for each additional child.
Boarding - The school is an all‑day day primary school offering full‑day supervision and does not operate as a boarding school.
Other costs and additional charges - Mother‑tongue instruction and extra optional offers (additional language support or extracurricular programmes) are charged separately and are not included in the standard tuition. - School clothing / uniform: school clothing is available through the school's online shop; clothing costs are charged separately. Early/late supervision and the standard midday meal are covered in the price noted above.
Refunds and cancellation - Application/processing fee: non‑refundable. - Investment contribution: not refundable and not transferable. If a pupil leaves the school, the security deposit is returned (without interest) after settlement of any claims.
Fee payment options - Monthly instalments require a direct‑debit mandate (Lastschrift). The school publishes the billing cycles (monthly, per semester, full‑year advance) and requires payment according to the agreed billing cycle. For details about accepted payment instruments for the non‑monthly cycles, contact the school's administration.
Academics
Meridian Bilingual Primary School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary) for students aged 3 to 10.
Curriculum
The school follows the Austrian curriculum in German and offers English according to the Cambridge Primary Curriculum as part of an all-day school. The program integrates German and English in the classroom and everyday school life from the first day of school. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is included as part of the daily schedule, with a focus on English. Meridian was the first Cambridge Primary School in Vienna and was certified as such in 2023/24. The program prepares students for secondary school with German and/or English as languages of instruction, with a STEM focus. Voluntary creative and language programs enrich the offer.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Meridian Bilingual Primary School supports social and emotional development by fostering multilingualism and cultural empathy. It aims for students to blossom in linguistic, cultural, and social identities and to become committed, responsible individuals who interact with others with empathy and respect. The immersion approach and native-speaking teachers enable students to access a second language playfully, building confidence and social engagement. The school promotes a multicultural experience and encourages open, respectful engagement with people and cultures.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
German and English are used in daily life from the first day; the school integrates German and English into teaching as part of an all-day program. Cambridge International Curriculum & ISCD Level 1 are part of the program. Each class has two native-speaking teachers—one English and one German—who support students across all subjects. The following subjects are taught in English from day one: Geography, History, Biology, Music, Art, Handcrafts, and Physical Education. The school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:35 pm, with extended morning, afternoon, and holiday supervision from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Extracurricular activities and excursions are taught in both English and German. The educational content follows the Austrian state curriculum for Primary Schools and is complemented by international components.
Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, well-supervised and inspiring environment for acquiring new skills. Daily supervision runs from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, including studying aid, preparatory classes and additional extracurricular and leisure activities.
Admissions
Admissions
Registration for the primary school is non-binding. All interested parties are contacted and invited to an information discussion.
Scholarships
Meridian Scholarship offers a tuition subsidy funded by a sponsoring organization for some students entering 1st–4th grade in September 2025. For the 2025/26 school year, the subsidized tuition is EUR 698 per month instead of EUR 1,087, with the subsidy covering the full time in primary school (subject to index adjustment up to the 4th grade or if the student leaves early). This scholarship is a one-time opportunity for children who value multilingualism and are able to use German and English at native-speaker level in a German-speaking and/or international environment. The application deadline is 31 March 2025 at 23:59. Requirements include reaching the compulsory school age (six years by 01 September 2025), general school readiness, and good German; English knowledge at an age-appropriate level is advantageous; a motivation letter must be attached/uploaded (or emailed to direktion@meridianschool.at). The subsidy provides a monthly grant of EUR 389 toward tuition (12 times per year), resulting in EUR 698 payable per month. The subsidy applies only to new students entering 1st–4th grade in September 2025 and lasts for the entire time at Meridian. Eligible families include those with German as mother/tuser language, German/English as home languages, German/other language as home languages, or those coming from bilingual German-English kindergartens; the child must have German and English as the languages of instruction from grade 1. Financial or social need is not a prerequisite, and no financial documents are required.
FAQs
What curriculum does Meridian follow?
Meridian follows the Austrian curriculum in German alongside the Cambridge Primary Curriculum in English. This bilingual approach covers primary education for children aged 3 to 10.
What are the tuition fees at Meridian?
Annual tuition is approximately EUR 13,044.
What age range does Meridian serve?
Meridian serves children from age 3 to 10, covering nursery through primary school.
Where is Meridian located?
Meridian is at Himmelstraße 11, 1190 Vienna, in Vienna's 19th district.
Is Meridian a religious school?
No. Meridian has no religious background and is a non-denominational school.
Is Meridian a public or private school?
Meridian is a private non-denominational primary school.
What languages are used for instruction?
Instruction is bilingual in German (Austrian curriculum) and English (Cambridge Primary Curriculum).
Does Meridian offer learning support?
The school emphasises flexible forms of learning with personal support and a strong community ethos. No dedicated SEN department has been published.
What is the school's teaching approach?
Meridian uses flexible forms of learning with personal support, combining the Austrian and Cambridge Primary curricula in a bilingual environment.
Does Meridian offer after-school care or extended hours?
Families should contact the school directly for information on after-school care arrangements and extended hours availability.
