Academia Matura

What Academia Matura does

Academia Matura is a Swiss private education provider operating as a sub-brand within Academia Group Switzerland AG, one of the largest private education groups in Switzerland. The company prepares students for International A Levels (Cambridge/Pearson Edexcel), an internationally recognised upper secondary qualification, as an alternative to the thirteen-subject Swiss Matura. Its core programme requires six subjects (three at IGCSE and three at A Level), allowing students to focus effort on subjects aligned with their intended university course. The offering is delivered through three formats: one-to-one lessons, Flextime small-group online courses (5–8 students), and supported self-study, with instruction available at six physical campuses in Aarau, Basel, Bern, Luzern, Winterthur, and Zurich, plus a full online delivery channel.

The business operates on a tuition-based revenue model with per-course pricing ranging from CHF 490 for short exam preparation (e.g., German AS/A) to CHF 5,852 for a full AS Biology course (150 lessons), and approximately CHF 1,400 per month for a two-year Matura programme. Instalment payment plans (typically ten monthly payments) are standard. The technology stack is conventional for a modern education provider: NEO LMS for learning management, standard video conferencing for online lessons, and JENTIS for web analytics. No proprietary AI or adaptive learning systems are in use. Accredited examination centre services are provided through sister school Academia International School at Basel and Zurich campuses.

Go-to-market is sales-led, relying on personal consultation appointments, in-person and online information events, a free online orientation test, and organic social media presence (Facebook, Instagram) plus a YouTube video library featuring alumni testimonials. The company targets three primary customer segments: teenagers seeking an alternative to traditional schooling (including neurodivergent students and those requiring more individual attention), adults seeking university admission after apprenticeships or career changes, and elite sports, arts, and music talents whose training schedules prevent attendance at conventional schools. Reported outcomes include a 96% A Level exam pass rate and over 90% graduate university admission rate. The legal contracting entity is Academia Schools AG, headquartered at Binzmühlestrasse 15, 8050 Zurich.

Name

Academia Matura

Legal name

Academia Schools AG

Website

https://academia-matura.ch

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Academia Matura is a Swiss private education provider, part of Academia Group, that prepares students for International A Levels through one-to-one and small-group courses at six Swiss campuses plus online, serving teenagers, adults, and elite sports/arts talents seeking flexible university admission pathways.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Secondary Education (International A Levels Preparation)

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Test Prep Learning Centers (SAT/ACT, AP/IB, State Exams) (EDANAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Test Prep Tutoring Platforms (SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT, etc.) (EDANAGAH), K–12 Core Curriculum Small-Group Tutoring Centers (Math/ELA/Science/Social Studies) (EDANAHAA)

Keywords

• International A Levels preparation
• Private secondary education
• University preparation programmes
• Individual tutoring services
• Online secondary schooling

Headquarters

HQ city

Zurich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Course Fees: Primary revenue from tuition fees for International A Level preparation programmes. Students pay for individual courses (e.g., IGCSE, AS Level, A Level subjects) either as one-time payments or in monthly instalments. Pricing varies by course duration and level, with general guidance of approximately CHF 1,400 per month for a two-year Matura programme.

Pricing tiers

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Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Academia Matura prepares individual students for the International A Levels through one-to-one tutoring and small-group Flextime courses (5-8 students) across six physical Swiss campuses and online. The programme covers six subjects (three IGCSE and three A Level) with individualized subject selection, flexible scheduling, and includes university application support and accredited exam centre access.

Product overview

Academia Matura is part of the Academia Group, one of Switzerland's largest private education providers. The company offers a unified educational programme for achieving International A Levels through two primary delivery formats: one-to-one lessons (individual tutoring) and Flextime courses (small-group online sessions of 5-8 students). The programme requires six subjects across two levels (three IGCSE and three A Level), significantly more focused than the 13-subject Swiss Matura. Students choose from subject-specific Flextime courses including Business Studies, Mathematics, Biology, and German, with examination centre services provided through sister school Academia International School in Basel and Zurich. The company operates physical campuses in six Swiss cities (Aarau, Basel, Bern, Luzern, Winterthur, and Zurich) plus online delivery. Target segments include teenagers, adults seeking career advancement, and sports/arts/music talents requiring flexible scheduling. Supplementary services include university application guidance, careers advising, and regular information events. The educational pathway is priced from approximately CHF 1,400 per month for a two-year programme, with individual course fees ranging from CHF 490 to CHF 5,852.

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Products and services

• International A Levels Programme An internationally recognized upper secondary school qualification programme comprising six subjects (three at IGCSE level and three at A Level), preparing students for university entrance in Switzerland and worldwide. Delivered to individual students and families seeking a focused alternative to the 13-subject Swiss Matura.
• One-to-One Lessons Personalized individual tutoring that adapts content, pace and priorities to the individual student. Designed for learners needing maximum flexibility and targeted academic support, including elite athletes, neurodivergent students and adults with irregular schedules.
• Flextime Courses Small-group online courses with 5-8 students per class and two lesson time options per week that students can choose between. Combines peer interaction with individual support and is suited to learners across Switzerland and online.
• Examination Centre Services Accredited IGCSE and A Level examination services operated at Basel and Zurich through sister school Academia International School, including registration support and professional exam administration for both internal and external candidates.
• University Application Support Advisory service covering university selection, application document preparation, entry requirements counselling and enrolment support for students pursuing higher education in Switzerland and abroad.
• Flextime Business Studies AS Online Flextime course preparing students for the Pearson AS Level Business examination (Units 1 and 2). Comprises 113 lessons of 60 minutes, priced at CHF 4,389 with 10 monthly instalments of CHF 460.85.
• Flextime Maths IGCSE Online Flextime course preparing students for the Pearson IGCSE Mathematics examination (Papers 1 and 2). Comprises 75 lessons of 60 minutes, priced at CHF 2,888 with 10 monthly instalments of CHF 303.25.
• Flextime Biology AS Online Flextime course preparing students for the Pearson AS Level Biology examination (Units 1 to 3). Comprises 150 lessons of 60 minutes, priced at CHF 5,852 with 10 monthly instalments of CHF 614.45.
• German AS/A Exam Preparation Short exam preparation course for AS/A Level German examinations, suited to native speakers and learners at B2 level. Comprises 14 lessons of 60 minutes, priced at CHF 490.
• Orientation Test Free self-service online assessment that helps prospective students identify which A Level subject combinations suit their intended university path and learning strengths.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% exam pass rate for International A Level examinations
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Recent moves6 records

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Broad incumbents

• Oxford International Education Group: Large international education provider offering A Level, foundation, and pathway programmes across multiple countries. Comparable as a scaled, multi-region A Level/IGCSE provider, though broader portfolio (language, pathway, degree).
• EF Education First: Global education group with language, academic, and cultural exchange programmes reaching students across Europe. Comparable as a large, brand-recognised private education provider serving the same Swiss/European family demographic.

Direct peers

• Leysin American School: Swiss private boarding school offering American, IB, and AP programmes for international students. Comparable as a premium Swiss private school targeting university-bound international teens, though its delivery model is full-boarding rather than tutoring-focused.
• Brillantmont International School: Swiss private school in Lausanne offering IGCSE and A Level programmes. Comparable in the specific Cambridge/Pearson qualification set and in serving an international student body seeking university access through English-medium curricula.
• College du Léman: Large Swiss private school near Geneva offering multiple international curricula including A Levels and IB. Comparable as a multi-curriculum Swiss private provider with international recognition, though broader in scope than Academia Matura's dedicated A Level focus.
• CATS Global Schools: International group of schools and colleges focused on A Levels, IGCSE, and university foundation programmes for international students. Comparable in the dedicated A Level/IGCSE pathway and target of university-bound international students.
• TASIS The American School in Switzerland: Swiss private school serving international students with multiple diploma pathways (American, IB, AP). Comparable in premium positioning, Swiss location, and focus on international university-bound students, though broader curriculum portfolio.
• Bellerbys College: UK-based college offering A Level, GCSE, and university foundation programmes for international students. Directly comparable in dedicated A Level delivery and international student focus, though UK-based rather than Swiss.
• Institut auf dem Rosenberg: Swiss private boarding school offering international qualifications (IB, A Levels, IGCSE) to a global student body. Directly comparable as a premium Swiss provider of internationally portable upper-secondary pathways, though broader (full boarding) than Academia Matura's tutoring focus.
• Aiglon College: Swiss private school in Vaud offering international curricula. Comparable in serving international families seeking globally recognised qualifications within Switzerland, with similar premium positioning.

Market position

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Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@academiamatura
• Facebookfacebook.com/academia.matura
• Instagraminstagram.com/academiaschools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/academia-matura

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