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Kurzzeitgymnasium

Training of exam tasks –
intensive course sports holidays

Your child wants to prepare specifically for the exam tasks and the exam situation in German (including essays) and maths? In this course, we will explain typical exam questions and conduct mock exams.
Course overivew
  • Examination simulations and training of exam tasks (8/9th grade)
  • 5 course days during the sports holidays: 02.-06. / 09.-13. / 16.-20. or 23.-27. February 2026
  • Course time: 13.15 to 16.30
  • Individual and focused support: 3 to a maximum of 10 students
  • Course location: at Zurich Main Station, Stadelhofen Station, Winterthur or online
  • Mathematics & German (incl. essay writing)
  • Including exam simulations, course material, learning videos, homework, essay corrections and individual feedback
  • Participation fee: 1'195 CHF

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Course structure

Targeted training of specific examination tasks in German and mathematics: Which task types and corresponding solution steps are there? What is the best way to approach the various examination questions? Including learning examination strategies and performing an examination simulation.
  • Acquire knowledge
    • Your child will receive access to valuable learning videos and practice materials 1-2 weeks before the course starts.

    • The most important, exam-relevant basics in German (incl. essay) and mathematics will be repeated.

    • It is shown which typical examination tasks exist and explained how to approach them.

    • In addition, further examination tips and examination strategies are given.
  • Transfer knowledge
    • The different examination tasks are trained again together with the teacher in class and also at home in self-study.

    • A real exam simulation is performed. In this way, important experience can already be gained in dealing with examination situations and valuable learning can be made (e.g. time management, examination stress, concentration, use of examination strategies, etc.)
  • Check knowledge
    • The exam is first corrected by the teacher and individual feedback is provided.

    • Afterwards, the individual examination tasks are discussed with the students step by step, discussing tips and tricks for the respective examination situation.

    • All with the guiding question: What valuable learning do I take with me to the exam?

    • During the course, your child will find out which topics still need to be practiced and can therefore make the most of the time until the exam. Access to the course platform remains available until the exam in March.

Course dates

The intensive course takes place either in the first or second week of the sports holidays. We also offer the sports holiday course in Distance Learning – so students who are not in Zurich due to the vacations can prepare from their vacation destination.

Course A (Winterthur): 02.-06. February 2026

  • Monday, 02. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Tuesday, 03. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Wednesday, 04. February: 13:05-18:00 (mock exam)
  • Thursday, 05. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Friday, 06. February: 13:15-16:30

Course B (Zürich HB): 09.-13. February 2026

  • Monday, 09. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Tuesday, 10. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Wednesday, 11. February: 13:05-18:00 (mock exam)
  • Thursday, 12. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Friday, 13. February: 13:15-16:30

Course C (Bhf. Stadelhofen): 16.-20. February 2026
Course D (online): 16.-20. February 2026

  • Monday, 16. February: 13:15-16:30 / 14:00-17:15
  • Tuesday, 17. February: 13:15-16:30 / 14:00-17:15
  • Wednesday, 18. February: 13:05-18:00 (mock exam)
  • Thursday, 19. February: 13:15-16:30 / 14:00-17:15
  • Friday, 20. February: 13:15-16:30 / 14:00-17:15

Course E (Zürich HB): 23.-27. February 2026

  • Monday, 23. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Tuesday, 24. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Wednesday, 25. February: 13:05-18:00 (mock exam)
  • Thursday, 26. February: 13:15-16:30
  • Friday, 27. February: 13:15-16:30
Limited seats – enroll now!
Quality courses and individual support for your child
  • Qualified and trained teachers with a high level of professional expertise
    We specialize in supporting students on their way to Gymnasium. Our teachers are highly motivated and qualified in the latest teaching materials and curricula. We set high quality standards and we only employ a select group of teachers who fully meet our standards.
  • Comprehensive training materials and a digital course platform
    We create our training materials as practical dossiers on specific topics in accordance with the latest examination requirements. We support your child every step of the way through the training materials. Your child will also receive personal access to our modern course platform. Here, students can find additional multimedia materials that are tailored to their individual needs, such as educational videos, digital flashcards, quizzes, and much more. This ensures an optimal and effective training during and after class hours. All materials are included in the course fee.
  • Acquiring valuable learning and testing strategies
    We provide your child with relevant learning and examination strategies: tips and tricks on the best learning environment, tips for exam nerves, what to do in case of blackouts, specific exercises to improve focus, as well as approaches to tasks typical for the Gymnasium entrance exam.
  • Mock exam
    During the course, we carry out and evaluate a mock exam based on a Gymnasium entrance exam. You will receive comprehensive feedback, in which we point out opportunities and difficulties and recommend exercises that are individually targeted to your child. Afterwards, we will discuss the exam in detail with the students and they will solve it together with their teacher.
About us
  • GVZH is an independent and private competence center for Gymnasium preparation.
  • Only qualified teachers with several years of experience in exam preparation teach at our school.
  • As a small team of teachers, close support is central to us, which is why we are always there for our students, even outside of course hours.
  • Structure and organization are crucial for the Gymnasium – we teach this along the way.
  • We encourage your child's independence and personal responsibility and keep you informed about their progress.
  • A joyful environment and enthusiasm are important to us.
  • We not only prepare your child for the exam in terms of the subject matter, but also mentally.
Our course locations
Our course rooms are situated in central locations, which you can easily get to via public transport. Our students can expect modern rooms, equipped with the latest media.
Our course location directly at
Zurich Main Station
Lagerstrasse 2
8090 Zurich
Our course location directly at
Stadelhofen Station
Falkenstrasse 28A
8008 Zurich
Our course location in
Winterthur
Garnmarkt 10
8400 Winterthur