At St. Gilgen International School in Austria, students receive a world-class education in a safe, vibrant Alpine setting. Nestled in the lakeside town of St. Gilgen, our campus combines natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and modern teaching to help every student thrive. Welcome to the path of excellence. Welcome to St. Gilgen International School.

Three Phases of Academic Excellence.
- Primary (Grade 5): A hands-on introduction to international learning, focused on interdisciplinary projects and English development.
- Middle (Grades 6–10): The IB Middle Years Programme, built on enquiry-driven learning and deep understanding.
- Senior (Grades 11–12): The IB Diploma Programme – globally recognized and externally assessed, preparing students for top universities.

To Know. To Question. To Share.
Excellence at StGIS means more than academic achievement. Our learning mantra – to know, to question, to share – guides students to develop skills, values, and a mindset aligned with the IB Learner Profile and a life of purpose.

A Place to Belong.
Our dedicated boarding team creates a safe, caring, and structured environment. We support each boarder’s personal growth, wellbeing, and academic journey.

Community Comes First.
We foster confidence, character, and a balanced lifestyle – helping students reach their full potential through structure, trust, and support.

Our Boarding Goals:
- Promoting self-management skills, ensuring we are ready for boarding life.
- Encouraging open minded communication and respectful conversations to increase our awareness of international mindedness.
- Collaborating as a whole boarding community to create a safeenvironment where we can all feel at home and flourish.

Live, Learn, Belong.
Our boarding houses – Bachwirt, Traube, and Kendler – are just minutes from campus. Originally charming village hotels, they offer en-suite, shared double rooms, arranged by age and gender to provide comfort and community.31700

Discover Your Passions.
Learning at StGIS goes beyond the classroom through our outstanding extra-curricular Activities Programme, offered on weekday afternoons and Saturdays (for boarders and nearby day students). Activities are offered through clubs in the areas of Outdoor Education,Sports,Creative Arts, and Service, Cultural & Academics.

Grow with the Seasons.
Activities are selected three times a year (Sept, Nov, Apr) to match the seasons. Choices are made via an online platform accessible to students and parents. Grade 5: optional; Grades 6–12: three activities/week

Follow a Guiding Light.
Our staff, alongside external experts, lead all activities – creating meaningful connections beyond the classroom. Teachers are certified in areas including lifeguarding, rock climbing, skiing, mountain biking, and powerboating to ensure safe, high-quality experiences.