After a two year gap, ISZL's International Day came back in style. Perfect weather, beautiful food, and a specially-composed ISZL song - We Are One.
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ISZL - International School of Zug and Luzern at a Glance
The International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL) is a private, non-profit day school in Central Switzerland. ISZL is currently open schoolwide for in-person learning and also for tours with prospective families. Keep up-to-date with ISZL's Covid-19 response.
24 AP Courses
Exceptional International Academic School Programmes
Early Years
Ages 3 - 6
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.
Learning at ISZL
Learning at ISZL
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.
Middle
Ages 11 - 14
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).
Primary
Ages 6 - 11
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.
High
Ages 14 - 18
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.
The ISZL Difference
Arts & Athletics
Arts & Athletics
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.
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
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.
Community Life
Community Life
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.
Facilities & Region
Our Facilities & Region
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.
60th Anniversary
Celebrating 60 years of excellence in education
From a small tutor group for the children of an American motor company, our school has grown and evolved since 1961 to become a centre of excellence for international learning.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing
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.