Important Dates, Holidays and Vacations
Our school structure is characterized by high flexibility and individual customization options, which means that enrollment in our school is possible at any time, provided that there are still available places. Another major advantage is that switching schools in the middle of the year does not put students at a disadvantage.
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We have only two fixed school holidays each year, namely the Christmas holidays and the Summer holidays, each lasting for 3 weeks. This means that we are closed for a total of only 6 weeks per year. We also take into account the public holidays in Zurich.
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In addition, our students have the opportunity to take 6-7 additional weeks of vacation according to their individual preferences. Each holiday week should be at least one week in a row, with the option to take shorter breaks if desired.
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We believe that every family is unique, and therefore, we tailor the holiday periods for each child individually, according to the wishes and needs of the family. We believe that time spent with the family and during holidays by no means implies an absence from learning. On the contrary, these experiences within and outside of school enrich learning and contribute significantly to the holistic development of our students. Therefore, we aim to support and promote this valuable time to the best of our knowledge and abilities.
The Tesoro Montessori Schule is closed for a total of only 6 weeks per year, 3 weeks in the summer and 3 over Christmas/New Year. During the remaining time, we are always available for the children. For comparison, public schools close for 13-14 weeks, and most international schools even up to 18 weeks. Thus, we provide a full 1-2 months of additional care and school time, if desired.
School year 2024/25
School start and Holidays
School start 2024: Monday, 19. August 2024
Christmas Holidays: 23. December 2024 – 13. Januar 2025
Last Schoolday: Thursday, 24. Juli 2025
Sommer Holidays: 28. July – 18. August 2025
N.B.: An additional 6-7 weeks of vacation can be taken as desired.
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Public Holidays
Knabenschiessen: 9. September 2024
Easter: 17. – 21. April 2025
Sechseläuten: 28. April 2025
Tag der Arbeit: 1. May 2025
Auffahrt: 29. – 30. May 2025
Pfingstmontag: 9. June 2025
School year 2025/26
Schoolstart and Holidays
Schoolstart 2025: Monday, 18. August 2025
Christmas Holidays: 22. December 2025 – 12. Januar 2026
Last Schoolday: Thursday, 30. July 2026
Sommer Holidays: 3. August – 24. August 2026
N.B.: An additional 6-7 weeks of vacation can be taken as desired.
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Public Holidays
Knabenschiessen: 15. September 2025
Easter: 3. – 6. April 2026
Sechseläuten: 20. April 2026
Tag der Arbeit: 1. May 2026
Auffahrt: 14. – 15. May 2026
Pfingstmontag: 25. May 2026