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Course Options & Information: Preparation for the Langgymnasium Entrance Exam in Zurich
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More information: Preparatory courses for the Langgymnasium in Zurich
The Langgymnasium (also known as the Langzeitgymnasium) in the Canton of Zurich begins immediately after the 6th grade of elementary school and leads to the Swiss Matura in six years.
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Target audience: Sixth-grade students.
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Requirements: Successful completion of the Central Entrance Exam (ZAP) and meeting the age requirement (date of birth generally after July 31, 2012, for the 2027–28 school year).
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Focus: A solid academic foundation that provides optimal preparation for future college studies.
Admission to a public Zurich high school is strictly regulated and is primarily based on the Central Admission Exam (ZAP).
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Exam Subjects: Only the core subjects— German and mathematics —are tested in written exams. There are no oral exams.
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The 50/50 Rule (Grading): For students attending a public elementary school in Zurich, the final grade is calculated as 50% based on exam scores and 50% based on performance grades (January report card for 6th grade).
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Passing Threshold: When including the experience-based grade, the passing threshold is a minimum grade point average of 4.75. Without the experience-based grade (e.g., for private students), a minimum GPA of 4.5 is required.
Updated guidelines and exam formats for the ZAP 2027 will apply for the upcoming school year.
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Written Procedure:
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German: Reading Comprehension & Language Analysis (45 minutes) and an essay (90 minutes).
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Mathematics: Problems in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry (90 minutes).
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Weighting: The math exam counts for twice as much as each of the German sections, so that math and German each account for exactly half of the final exam grade.
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Permitted aids: A set square, compass, and pencil (for geometry only) are permitted, as well as a spelling dictionary (Duden, Volume 1) for the essay.
The registration process for the Central Admissions Exam does not allow for any delays and is conducted entirely online.
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Regular application period: From January 1, 2027, through February 10, 2027, online via the official cantonal ZAP portal.
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Exception (K+S Gymnasium Rämibühl): For the arts and sports high school, the application deadline is January 15, 2027.
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Registration fee: The cost is CHF 50 per school year and is non-refundable.
The cantonal exam date has been set and is mandatory for all regular public high schools in the Canton of Zurich.
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Exam date: Monday, March 8, 2027.
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Schedule for the Langgymnasium: The test begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 11:45 a.m.
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Results: The results and the final admission decision are typically communicated in writing approximately 2 to 3 weeks after the exam date (end of March 2027). The subsequent probationary period begins after the summer break in August 2027.
ILS Tutoring offers you a professional preparation course for the entrance exam in the Canton of Zurich for the long-term high school program, based on a well-thought-out and time-tested approach.
The gym prep program at ILS Tutoring includes:
- Reviewing and reinforcing the theoretical foundations in German and mathematics in order to fill gaps in knowledge and gain a thorough understanding of the subject matter
- Working through a wide variety of past exam questions to gain confidence and speed and reduce anxiety
- Addressing individual needs, difficulties, and comprehension issues
- Highlighting a wide variety of approaches to problems so that everything is mastered on the spot and can be easily recalled during the exam
- Course materials, exercises, and practice exams, as well as any documents related to long-term preparation for the Gymnasium entrance exam
- Simulation test followed by evaluation and feedback
- A quiet and pleasant learning environment
A prep course at ILS Tutoring is different in many ways. What makes ILS Tutoring unique and special :
- Options for individual private, flexible semi-private, dynamic group, and intensive summer prep courses for high school entrance exams
- The separation of the subjects mathematics and German, meaning that students may also take just one of the subjects
- Highly qualified teaching staff with many years of experience, specializing in preparatory courses for the Langzeitgymi entrance exam
- The preparatory course is designed to help you gain a deep understanding and develop new ways of thinking, which will make your time at high school easier once you've successfully passed the entrance exam.
- Attractive and fair prices, as well as unparalleled additional services and offers
- Many other ways to expand your knowledge and help you grow as an individual
That's entirely up to you! At:
- With private lessons , you decide when and how often your Langzeitgymi prep course takes place. In addition, private lessons give you the opportunity to help shape the course content to suit your individual needs and pace. It’s also possible to take private lessons online.
- With semi-private lessons , you and a friend can decide together when it works best for both of you.
- You can find the dates for small-group classes here (insert dates)
- You can find the dates for the summer courses here (insert dates)
The long-term high school preparation courses take place at our centrally located ILS Tutoring center in Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 81a, 8050 Zurich— possibly a link to detailed directions), which is easily accessible by public transportation. You can find all other contact information for ILS Tutoring Zurich here [ internal link].
You can start the ONLINE Long-Term High School Prep Course from anywhere.
It’s worth investing in a high-quality preparatory course for the entrance exam to a long-term high school in Zurich and starting to study early. The entrance exams and everyday life at high school are nothing like elementary school. Often, the curriculum isn’t covered in its entirety; there isn’t enough space or time to provide targeted support to individual students; or the students’ individual needs aren’t adequately addressed. Schools frequently fail to teach students how to study properly and efficiently and how to develop thinking patterns that lead to long-term learning success. Yet these skills are essential for a successful high school experience. Our professional long-term high school preparatory course can fill these gaps.
In addition, a high school diploma will open many doors for you and create new opportunities. It gives you the chance to explore a wide range of subjects in depth and discover new areas of interest. It is also a prerequisite for studying at a university in Switzerland and is viewed favorably by many future employers.
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