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Austria, Salzburg
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The school supports social and emotional learning through a dedicated pastoral network of mentor tutors, houseparents, nurses, and teachers, providing personalised care supporting academic, social, and emotional growth. The Pastoral Web fosters belonging, respect, and responsibility. Flourishing Together, through the Summit programme, assemblies, and inquiry days, helps students develop emotional intelligence and resilience.
Beginner English language learners receive support in Primary and Middle Phases; from Grade 10 upward, strong English proficiency is expected.
The Medical Center provides high-quality care for physical, social, and mental wellbeing, with therapy and psychological support available from visiting specialists twice monthly. Our medical staff works closely with Boarding House Teams and the Student Support Team to ensure comprehensive care for every student.
The school has a safeguarding framework and a Child Protection Policy; a dedicated pastoral team—Mentor Tutors, Residential staff, Nurses, and the School Counsellor—provides care and protection to students and fosters a safe environment.
St. Gilgen International School (StGIS) is an IB World School in Austria offering phased curriculum for ages 9 to 18: Primary, Middle (IB MYP) and Senior (IBDP) alongside StGIS Diploma. The Primary Phase emphasizes English and German development with interdisciplinary study and culminates in a UN SDG–linked Primary Exhibition. The Middle Phase uses enquiry-led learning within the IB MYP and includes a Grade 10 Personal Project across eight subject groups. In the Senior Phase, students study six IBDP subjects, complete the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge and CAS, and graduate with StGIS Diploma alongside CIS and WASC accreditation. Instruction is in English, with German, Spanish and French offered and IB mother tongue options. The lakeside campus sits in UNESCO World Heritage region with mountains and lakes. Facilities include theatre, an art studio, lake-facing Idea Alm with a 3D printer, and boathouse. Mozarteum Pre-College Salzburg provides music lessons and university guidance.
