Welcome to ISZN
At ISZN our mission is to develop students who are academically curious, globally minded, passionate for discovery and who continually seek to challenge themselves.
Our Principal James Stenning is proud to welcome you to ISZN.
“I am trying to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed, to thrive and to grow in a fast changing world."
- Mr James Stenning, Principal
Vision & Values
We are a global community that embraces diversity and celebrates our core values…
KINDNESS
We are friendly and empathetic to the feelings and needs of others.
RESPECT
We choose words and actions that demonstrate respect for ourselves, others, and our wider environment.
RESILIENCE
We are resourceful, self-motivated and demonstrate perseverance when facing challenges.
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Facilities & Location
Ready for a nurturing learning environment
Our Primary and Secondary schools share a newly remodelled campus with modern amenities. Conveniently located near Wallisellen train station, the campus is easily accessible from various directions.
Our big and bright classrooms and the modern technical equipment lay the foundation for a nurturing learning environment.
EXTRA CURRICULAR & CLUBS
Ready to explore all their talents
We believe that co-curricular activities form a crucial part of the learning of our students, as they help them to find a passion, which is something that every student should be aiming for.
Getting out of their comfort zones will enable them to gain soft skills which will be useful in all areas of their lives.
OUR TEACHERS
Ready to be part of a caring, inclusive community
Our staff body is as diverse as our student community and is a sign of the true internationality of our school. All our teachers are highly qualified and undergo regular professional development to be up-to-date in regard to trends and innovation in teaching to ensure the best possible education for your child.
BEGIN AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE
We welcome students into our Nursery from the age of 3 months and accompany them through all stages of their learning until their graduation after grade 12.
3 months - 6 years
6 - 12 years
12 - 14 years
14 - 16 years
5 easy steps
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🌟 Alumni spotlight! 🌟
Our Head of Secondary, Chris Derrick, recently caught up with former School Captain Rebecca at @glasgowuniversity — now studying Computer Science, Mathematics and Classics.
Her drive, curiosity, and can-do attitude truly reflect the spirit of ISZN. 💪✨
We love seeing our students thrive long after they leave our classrooms — confident, capable, and ready to take on the world. 🌍
#ISZN #StudentSuccess #Alumni #ProudMoment #GlasgowUniversity #Education #Leadership
On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrated the heart of our school community at ISZN. 💚
Our PTA surprised staff with a beautiful brunch and an Appreciation Tree filled with heartfelt notes from parents. 🌳💌
Sarah Lowery, Head of Primary, shared how our teachers ensure children feel confident, cared for, and challenged, while Chris Derrick, Head of Secondary, reflected on their tireless role in shaping futures and supporting student wellbeing.
A big thank you to our teachers for the dedication you bring every single day! 🙏💚
#WorldTeachersDay #WeAreISZN #Community #Respect #Resilience #Kindness
đź’š Global Be Well Day at ISZN đź’š
Movement. Mindfulness. Connection.
As Sandra Price, our Head of Admissions, shared, this day was all about living our values—respect, resilience, and kindness—through laughter, teamwork, and new friendships. 🌍✨
Because wellbeing is more than a moment—it’s the foundation of everything we do at ISZN.
#GlobalBeWellDay #WeAreISZN #RespectResilienceKindness #WeAreCognita #Community #Wellbeing #GBWD2025 #WeAreCognita #holisticeducation
“Our annual Hare & Hounds forest run brought the whole school together this Friday! 🏅✨
As part of #GlobalBeWellDay, students ran with strength, resilience, and House spirit 💪🤝 — a tradition that celebrates teamwork, wellbeing, and community at its best. 💚🌍
#HareAndHounds #Endurance #Resilience #HouseSpirit #WeAreISZN”
#StudentSpotlight 🌟 From GCSE Success to Innovation: Aryan Wins the Outstanding Achievement Award 🌟
Every student has a story. Aryan’s is inspiring. With seven Grade 9s and one Grade 8 in his IGCSEs, he earned the Outstanding Achievement Award. But his journey didn’t stop there. Over the summer, Aryan attended an AI Bootcamp in India, where he won first prize for his project NOVA: The School Without Walls.
His story reflects ISZN’s spirit of excellence and exploration – where students are encouraged to aim high, follow their passions, and prepare for the future with confidence.
👉 Read Aryan’s full story via the link in our bio or at iszn.ch/blog
#WeAreISZN #Student #Spotlight #InspiringStudents #WeAreCognita
#StudentSpotlight 🌟 From Grade 11 to A*: Zihan’s Maths Journey in Just One Year 🌟
Every student has a story. Zihan’s is extraordinary.
In just one year, she completed A-Level Mathematics and achieved the top grade — an A*. With determination, curiosity, and the support of her teacher, she showed what’s possible when passion meets perseverance.
Her journey reflects ISZN’s learning culture: giving students the chance to grow at their own pace, whether they need more time or are ready to take on advanced challenges.
👉 Read the full story at iszn.ch/blog (link in bio)
#WeAreISZN #StudentSpotlight #InspiringStudents #WeAreCognita
#ISZNNews 🎉 We couldn’t be prouder of our ISZN Class of 2025! 🌍📚✨
This year’s IGCSE results are a celebration of resilience, determination, and the support of teachers and families who stood by our students every step of the way. Behind every result is a story of hard work and growth – and today, we celebrate them all.
👏 Congratulations to our students – you inspire us every day!
👉 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ezY7T977
#ISZNNews #IGCSEResults #WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #ProudCommunity #StudentSuccess #EducationExcellence #InternationalSchool #ZurichEducation #AcademicExcellence
#WeAreISZN 🎓 Congratulations to our ISZN students on their A-Level and IGCSE results!
Your achievements reflect not only hard work but also the resilience and ambition that define our school community. We are proud of every step you’ve taken on this journey and excited for the future.
Chris Derrick, Head of Secondary at ISZN, shared: "What makes us most proud is that our students, on average, scored a whole grade higher than expected. This shows the real value we bring by helping each student achieve their very best."
A special thank you to our teachers and families for the support that made this success possible! 🙌
#WeAreCognita #SuccessStartsHere #FutureReady #GlobalEducation #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #InternationalSchoolZurichNorth #Zurich #InspiringFutures #Alevels #IGCSE #InternationalEducation #StudentAchievements #ExaminationResults #ProudSchool
ISZN School News
Discover what makes our school community vibrant and unique. From student achievements and learning highlights to sports victories, performing arts showcases, and school accreditations—explore how we bring our values to life.
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03/10/2025
On World Teachers’ Day, the ISZN community came together to celebrate the dedication of our teachers. With a surprise PTA brunch and reflections from our Heads of...
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29/09/2025
At ISZN, Global Be Well Day 2025 was more than a single event—it was a joyful celebration of movement, mindfulness, connection, and the values that shape our...
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15/09/2025
ISZN’s Pre-K to Grade 5 students celebrated German Language Day with creativity, colour, and joy — from word-inspired costumes to songs, stories, and games.
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03/10/2025
On World Teachers’ Day, the ISZN community came together to celebrate the dedication of our teachers. With a surprise PTA brunch and reflections from our Heads of...
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29/09/2025
At ISZN, Global Be Well Day 2025 was more than a single event—it was a joyful celebration of movement, mindfulness, connection, and the values that shape our...
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15/09/2025
ISZN’s Pre-K to Grade 5 students celebrated German Language Day with creativity, colour, and joy — from word-inspired costumes to songs, stories, and games.
