A school that strengthens young people – academically and personally.

In lower secondary education, young people need more than lessons. They need orientation, stability and people who pay attention.

At Academia Primar & Sek, we support students during an important stage of their development. We promote achievement – always with relationships, clarity and the aim of preparing young people for their next step.

What we stand for

Our school is based on a clear belief:
Every young person has potential and deserves an environment in which that potential can become visible.

We believe in:

  • personal relationships instead of anonymous systems
  • support instead of labelling
  • clear structures instead of pressure
  • responsibility instead of pure control
  • future orientation instead of short-term solutions

This creates a learning environment in which young people can grow – academically, socially and personally.

Facts & Figures

Founded: 2014
School levels: Year 5 – Year 9
10th school year
Recognition: – recognised private school by the canton of Basel-Landschaft
– transfer agreement for specialised middle school / grammar school
– Eco-Schools
Students: 50 – 70
Teachers: 8
Special features: Jessy, trainee school dog
Part of the Academia Group, with joint activities with our sister schools

Small school, strong relationships

Because learning needs trust.
With 50 to 70 students, we are a deliberately small school. This creates space for something that is often lost in larger systems: genuine attention.

Teachers know their students. Progress is noticed, difficulties are recognised early – and solutions are developed together.

This closeness is not an “extra”. It is the foundation for successful learning.

«What makes Academia Primar & Sek special for me is that you know practically all students personally from the very first day.”»
Bernd Fürst, teacher since 2019

Curriculum & recognition

We teach according to Lehrplan 21 and work towards clear learning objectives.

This creates transparency for parents and ensures that students are well prepared for further education and training pathways.

At the same time, we make deliberate use of our pedagogical freedom: through individual support, project-based learning and a learning culture that strengthens young people.

We are recognised by the canton of Basel-Landschaft as a private school. The transfer agreement with the canton of Basel-Landschaft, which allows students to enter grammar school or specialised middle school after Year 9 without an entrance examination if they meet the required performance level, reflects the strong recognition of our school.

«We chose Academia Primar & Sek because the children are taken seriously there. It is also important to us that teaching follows Lehrplan 21. In addition, there is respectful interaction among the students.»
Family from the canton of Basel-Landschaft

Location Reinach BL

Easy to reach – right in the heart of everyday life.
Our school is in Reinach BL and is easily accessible for families from the Basel region.

The location offers a calm, manageable environment – ideal for focused learning while also experiencing a strong sense of community.

Team & teachers

Committed, experienced, approachable.
Our team combines subject expertise with pedagogical sensitivity.

Head of School

  • "What I sense at our school is inner strength and a strong sense of unity. As a teacher, I felt at home here straight away. For our students, Academia is a trusting and harmonious learning environment – a fertile ground for social engagement and mutual appreciation."

    Christoph Basse

    Co-Head of School

  • "The school concept inspired me from the very beginning: small classes and the opportunity to design lessons freely and individually, allowing us to respond to the different needs of our students. This familiar atmosphere and the close sense of community make our school a truly special experience."

    Saskia Heiniger

    Co-Head of School

Administration

  • "Life at Academia Primar & Sek is never boring – every day brings something new. Alongside the varied daily routine, I value the close contact with our students and the successful collaboration within our team."

    Michel Hofmann

    Administration, Assistant of Head of School

  • "The variety of tasks and the mix of administrative responsibilities and direct contact with students bring new challenges every day – and I really enjoy that. Every day is like a surprise bag: you never know in advance what it will bring."

    Alexandra Quensel

    Administration

Teachers

"What I sense at our school is inner strength and a strong sense of unity. As a teacher, I felt at home here straight away. For our students, Academia is a trusting and harmonious learning environment – a fertile ground for social engagement and mutual appreciation."

Christoph Basse

Co-Head of School

"What makes Academia special to me is that, from the very first day of school, you know every student personally and build a much closer relationship with them. I am not only a teacher, but also a trusted person, companion and mentor."

Bernhard Fürst

Teacher

"I enjoy accompanying and supporting young people on their educational journey and in their personal development. The small classes allow for individual support, and the 65-minute lessons are valuable because they give us time to explore the subject matter in depth."

Livia Geiser

Teacher

"The school concept inspired me from the very beginning: small classes and the opportunity to design lessons freely and individually, allowing us to respond to the different needs of our students. This familiar atmosphere and the close sense of community make our school a truly special experience."

Saskia Heiniger

Co-Head of School

"I am delighted to follow my students’ progress and achievements. It is important to me to build a personal relationship with them and to impart knowledge to them. At Academia Primar&Sek, this works particularly well, as the classes are small and we can cater to each and every student’s needs."

Arbenita Kosumaj

Teacher

"At Academia Primar&Sek, we have the chance to build genuine relationships with all our students so that they can reach their full potential. Sharing meals together also helps to strengthen our sense of community."

Marie Lieby

Teacher

"What I particularly like of this school is the young, enthusiastic and dedicated small team of teachers and staff. It creates a special, inclusive environment, in which every student is encouraged to achieve their personal own learning goals in their own individual way."

Chiara Rossetto

Teacher

"What is especially close to my heart is recognising the uniqueness of young people, identifying their resources and supporting them in a targeted way. I particularly enjoy those moments of genuine connection in class – when learning becomes not only possible, but meaningful."

Viktorija Rzanicanin

Teacher

We work closely together, coordinate support and accompany young people with a shared commitment: to take them seriously, challenge them and strengthen them.

A school that fits

Academia Primar & Sek is a school for families looking for more than simply “getting through”. It is for young people who need structure – and at the same time space to develop.