AMADEUS International School Vienna has been named a finalist in the prestigious Tes Awards for International Schools 2026, honoring outstanding achievements, vision, and leadership in global education.

Outstanding international schools, leaders, and teachers have been recognised on the shortlist for the Tes Awards for International Schools 2026.

Recognizing top-tier educators and institutions worldwide, this year's shortlist highlights AMADEUS across multiple major categories on the international stage:

  • Austria’s Sole Nominee: AMADEUS is the only school in Austria recognized across all award categories
  • Boarding School Provision of the Year: Selected as one of just a handful of European Union institutions honored in this category.
  • Principal/Headteacher of the Year: Head of School Ms. Karen Ball is one of only two female educational leaders worldwide shortlisted for this top award.

The Tes Awards for International Schools are designed to celebrate and champion the very best teachers and schools from across the globe, in recognition of the vital role the sector plays in delivering world-class education to millions of pupils. The panel of awards judges includes experienced international school leaders and high-profile individuals from major education organizations who bring extensive experience across the sector. The objectivity, professionalism, and high standards of the judges mean that being shortlisted is a well-respected achievement for any school or individual.

Dan Worth, Tes international editor and chair of the judges for the Tes Awards for International Schools, said: “A huge congratulations to all the schools and individuals shortlisted this year. We received a large number of entries of real depth and quality, which made our judges task of picking a shortlist and winners very tough – but they have done so with diligence and discernment. We look forward to celebrating the winners next month and saying thank you to educators everywhere for the amazing work they do around the world.”


The Tes Awards for International Schools 2026 winners ceremony will take place on 8th December 2026 via a live video broadcast available to audiences worldwide. To see the full shortlist visit: tes.com/schools-awards/international.

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