Swiss local school. Why location matters
Location matters for successful integration into local Swiss school! While Swiss public schools overall enjoy a good reputation, there are significant regional differences you should … Read more
Relocation with school children
5 things to consider before relocating your middle schooler to Switzerland
Relocating to Switzerland with a middle schooler needs careful consideration. Here is what you need to know before making the move with your middle schooler: … Read more
Relocating to Switzerland with school-aged children
Relocating to Switzerland with school-aged children? In this case, you have probably already extensively browsed the internet for information on schooling options. With school-aged children, … Read more
German for local school
The summer is upon us and honing those hard won German skills might be far down your and your children’s holiday list. Still, you may … Read more
The Swiss school streaming maze
If you have done your research, you probably know already that secondary school in most German cantons are divided into ability streams or tracks. But … Read more
Childcare costs in Switzerland
You Swiss salary might seem amazing, but is it enough to cover childcare and school costs?
Relocating to Switzerland with a teenager: Is local school an option?
Relocating with school-aged children is stressful enough but moving to a new country with a teenager is even more of a challenge! Most parents of … Read more
Swiss state school: good or bad idea?
Not sure if Swiss state schools work for you and your children? Sofia, who is living in Zug with her husband and two children, has … Read more
Ready for Swiss school?
Ready for school? I often get asked by expat parents what are the criteria for school readiness in local Swiss schools. Parents who are new to … Read more
7 key features of Swiss state schools
How do Swiss state schools differ from schools in other countries? Curriculum The Swiss educational philosophy emphasises subject knowledge, self-reliance and, like the US, a … Read more
Local, bilingual or international school?
Local, bilingual or international school? New to Switzerland and not sure which school option is the best for your child and your family? While local … Read more
