The Best German Resources to Support Your Child at Local Swiss School
German resources to support your child at local Swiss school Many parents ask me how they can support their child at local school and make … Read more
Switzerland
Options for Swiss Gymnasium students
Students with a Swiss high school diploma or Matura are entitled to enter almost any Swiss university or programme. But what about studying abroad with a Swiss Matura?
Paying for childcare in Switzerland
You Swiss salary might seem amazing, but is it enough to cover childcare and school costs?
5 key facts about the probation period in a Swiss Gymnasium
All you need to know about the Swiss Gymnasium probation period Below are some of the questions my clients ask about the probation period or … Read more
Gymnasium admission in Switzerland
Swiss Gymnasium admission For motivated and academic children, the Swiss Gymnasium offers a top education. However, the routes into Gymnasium vary significantly. Depending on where … Read more
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
How does vocational training and education work in Switzerland?
Vocational training and education in Switzerland Switzerland is one of the few countries that does not have a clear divide between vocational education and academic … Read more
After school care in Zurich
Better coverage of after school care in Zurich The authorities in Zürich have introduced a plan to extend their after school care program and to … Read more
Getting off to a good start at your Swiss primary school
If you are new to Switzerland and have children starting local primary school in August you are probably wondering what you will need for your … Read more
High school vs. apprenticeship
High school or apprenticeship? A cultural perspective In many countries outside Switzerland, a university education is still widely viewed as the only pathway to a … Read more
