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Designed to give our youngest learners the best start on their educational journey, our Early Years programme harnesses their innate abilities by providing them with authentic opportunities to learn.
At ISZL learning is a rich and personalised experience. Driven by the latest educational research, our programmes support the achievement and success of all students.
Students at ISZL experience a broad, balanced and challenging programme in the wonderful environment of Central Switzerland, which builds conceptual understandings and critical thinking and prepares students for a bright future.
Our Middle School programme offers students academic challenge and the development of life skills appropriate to this stage of adolescence. This is provided in an environment of inquiry using the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP).
The curriculum in the Primary School at ISZL is based upon the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). In the PYP the knowledge and skills of traditional disciplines or subjects find links through trans-disciplinary units of learning that identify "big ideas" or concepts that link across subjects.
The High School provides a college-preparatory programme, with an emphasis on a broad and balanced education in an atmosphere that is supportive, encouraging, challenging, and based on the principle of respect.
At the end of May, Grade 7 students headed to ISZL's Outdoor Education Centre, Chalet Bergheim in Wengen, to experience a science and maths programme specially designed for them. During our two-and-a-half-day trip, the mountains and the countryside served as our classroom.
Within the Arts curriculum this year we have been very fortunate to benefit from the Fund for Excellence. Projects and initiatives have enhanced the students' learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom across the curriculum.
ISZL has a special association with NAG, the charity founded 25 years ago to help the street children of Nepal. Over the years ISZL has supported NAG through projects that have touched the lives of many in our community.
In early June our Riverside Campus hosted a special 'Tag Der Spiele', or Games Day, for families who are part of the local Munterwegs mentoring programme. This day was organised by students after months of careful planning as part of their Service Learning.
ISZL prides itself on being a learning institution and its teachers and leaders are all involved in professional development which is often self-directed and connected closely to current educational research.
In May a group of thirteen Grade 8 students went on an extraordinary trip to Bulgaria to learn about and help with the work of The Cedar Foundation, a charity improving the lives of vulnerable children.
Summer is coming up fast and for many that means relaxing with a good book, whether travelling or enjoying the sunshine of Switzerland. The Zug Campus Library is again sponsoring a Summer Reading Challenge.
It is remarkable to witness parents, faculty and staff donate out of a sense of caring and support for our students.
“Explore, Connect, Inspire” was the motto of the first Youth Forum Switzerland (YFS) that took place in January 2018 at the ISZL High School Campus.
ISZL is a dynamic learning environment and rich in the arts and athletics. Our aim is to enthuse, engage and inspire a generation of critically aware, creative and knowledgeable global citizens who are ready for the challenges and changes that lie ahead.
At ISZL we believe that student development extends beyond the normal academic school day and that important learning and development should take place in other settings. All ISZL divisions offer a range of clubs and activities that match the diverse personalities and interests of our student body.
ISZL is a thriving and connected learning community where you and your child will experience a sense of belonging, through friendship and the joy of working, playing and learning together.
ISZL is incredibly fortunate to have two spectacular campuses in the area surrounding Zug and a beautiful, purpose built wood chalet, located in the famous mountain village of Wengen.
At ISZL we pride ourselves on our innovative teaching and learning methods and are always striving to enhance the learning experience for our students.
At ISZL, we are dedicated to supporting each individual community member to ensure that their social, emotional and physical wellbeing is addressed and that they are able to flourish within our community and beyond.
