Kalaidos stands for privately managed education driven by entrepreneurial spirit. With Minerva as the starting point of our history, a visionary mindset and commitment to agile, future-oriented education continue to shape our company culture.
More than 120 years ago, Minerva was established, laying the initial foundation for Kalaidos. Second-chance education was introduced in Switzerland for the first time – a pioneering achievement in education policy.
We have been exploring new paths in education for more than 120 years – always with an eye to the future. Building on Minerva’s solid foundation, we have developed into a strong education alliance – the Kalaidos Education Group.
Minerva is founded.
Juan Meier and Herbert Maissen jointly establish AKAD.
The Swiss School for Business ICT WISS is founded.
Minerva becomes part of the AKAD Group.
New owners assume leadership of AKAD.
Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences formed through university merger.
Compendio is separated from AKAD and becomes independent.
WISS becomes part of the Kalaidos Education Group.
Kalaidos Swiss Education Group is officially founded.
Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences first Swiss state-accredited university.
Kalaidos Swiss Education Group becomes part of Klett Group.
Realignment and new strategy «Continuum».