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
LEARN MORE
#ClassroomSpotlight Meet Jennifer Schmidt, Grade 5 Homeroom Teacher at ISZN. 💡
She builds momentum the moment the day begins. Instructions are clear. Expectations are high. The energy? Contagious.
Students stay curious, focused, and engaged—and that’s no accident.
There’s intention in every move she makes. This is teaching at its finest. 🔥🧠
#ISZN #InternationalSchoolZurichNorth #WeAreISZN #ThisIsISZN #WeAreCognita #Grade5Life #InspiringEducators #ZurichEducation #TeachingWithPurpose #ClassroomEnergy #PrimaryExcellence
☁️ A cloud, some thread, a spark.
🎨 Just a moment where imagination did its thing.
👀 No need to explain it. You can feel it.
✨ That’s the vibe here.
🚀 See more of what we’re made of → www.iszn.ch
#WeAreISZN #ThisIsISZN #Zurich #WeAreCognita #ISZNExperience #LearningUnleashed #MakeThinkFeel #CreativeEnergy #ArtInEducation #FutureFocused #SchoolWithVision #HandsOnLearning #NextGenCreators #InternationalSchoolZurichNorth #WhereIdeasLive #MoreThanASchool #ModernEducation #StudentDriven #BoldLearning #ImaginationMatters
Science Week 2025: Igniting Curiosity, Inspiring Innovation 🔥🧠
At ISZN, Science Week wasn’t about following instructions. It was about flipping them upside down. Testing ideas. Sparking wonder. Turning curiosity into motion.
From sticky balloon experiments to mind-bending Mars missions, our learners proved that innovation starts with a simple “what if?”
Science Week lit the spark. Our students kept it burning.
#ScienceWeek2025 #WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #ThisIsISZN #ExcitingNews
#IgniteCuriosity #InspireInnovation #STEMinEducation #FutureThinkers #YoungInnovators
#LearningInAction #EducationThatInspires #StudentVoice #GlobalLearners
#BeyondTheClassroom #HandsOnLearning #InquiryBasedLearning #STEMeducation
#ISZNPreKSpotlight 🎭✨ Big stage, little stars! ✨🎭
Our Pre-K learners stepped into the spotlight, sharing what makes their families unique! 💛 From heartfelt stories to creative artwork, they showed us that family is more than just who we live with—it’s where we feel loved and belong.
Their confidence, curiosity, and joy lit up the stage! 🌟 Drop a ❤️ if you agree that little voices can make a BIG impact!
#WeAreISZN #ThisIsISZN #WeAreCognita #PreK #Family #LittleVoicesBigHearts #EarlyYears #ChildLedLearning #StageStars #CuriousMinds #LifelongLearners #LoveWhereYouLearn
#ResilienceInAction 🚀 The Grade 8 Challenge: Passion, Growth & Big Ideas!
From dissecting hearts to tackling fashion sustainability, our Grade 8 students took the stage today, sharing bold ideas and personal journeys. 💡✨
Eight months of dedication, research, and resilience—all leading up to their big exhibition in May. And today? They owned it! 👏🔥
Proud of their hard work and the conversations they sparked across our school community. The future looks bright! 🌟
#TheGrade8Challenge #WeAreISZN #ThisIsISZN #ISZNValues #ISZNCommunity #WeAreCognita #LearningInAction #Resilience #FutureLeaders #EducationMatters #PassionForLearning #InnovationInEducation #GlobalCitizens #SkillsForLife #StudentSuccess #ProudMoment
#ISZNCoffeeHouse 🎤✨
Last Friday, the ISZN stage wasn’t just a stage—it was a vibe. A place where music, passion, and talent came to life. 🎶💫
From soulful vocals to acoustic magic, our students gave everything to their performances, and wow—what a show it was! The dedication, the creativity, the energy… #Unmatched 💥
A huge thank you to everyone who performed, supported, and made the evening unforgettable. ☕🎸
Missed it? Don’t worry—this is just the beginning. Stay tuned for the next one! 👀🎤
#ThisIsISZN #WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #ISZNMusic #ISZNTalent #ISZNArts #ISZNCommunity #ISZNCulture #ISZNCreativity #ISZNPerformingArts #ISZNProud #InternationalEducation #StudentTalent #MusicMatters #PassionOnStage #WhereMusicLives #EducationThroughArts #ISZNCoffeeHouseVibes
#ThisIsISZN where Fasnacht is more than just costumes—it’s connection! 🎭✨
Parents, staff, and students came together to celebrate in true #ISZNCommunity spirit. From magical costumes to joyful moments, this was a day of belonging, creativity, and fun! 🎉💙
Who wore your favorite costume? Let us know in the comments! 👇🎭
#WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #Fasnacht #SwissCarnival #Zurich #ISZN #InternationalSchool #BelongingMatters
#ExcitingNews | 🚀 Barcelona, Big Ideas & Bold Thinking! 💡✨
Last week, #FourForestSchools and #ISZN joined forces at the @cognitaschools` School Improvement Network (SIN) Meeting—an inspiring two-day event where school leaders from across Europe came together to shape the future of education. 🌍📚
🎓 Representing Switzerland with pride:
🏫 James Stenning – Executive Principal
👩🏫 Josephine Burn – Headteacher, Four Forest Luzern
🧠 Chris Derrick – Head of Secondary, ISZN
What was on the agenda? Thinking about thinking. 🤯
A deep dive into metacognition—helping students not just learn, but understand how they learn, so they can grow into confident, independent thinkers.
From cutting-edge strategies with CJ Rauch and Jon Coward to big-picture insights from Dr. Simon Camby, every discussion sparked fresh ideas and reinforced our commitment to innovative, student-centered learning.
And let’s talk about BSB City’s campus—a true hub for creativity and collaboration! 🏫💡 The perfect space to reflect, challenge ideas, and explore how we can shape even better learning experiences for our students back home.
Now, we’re back—energized, inspired, and ready to bring these insights into our classrooms! 🚀👊
👀 What’s one learning strategy that changed the way YOU think? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️
#WeAreCognita #WeAreFourForest #WeAreISZN #ExcitingNews #ThinkBig #FutureReady #InnovativeTeaching #EmpoweredStudents #LifelongLearning #BeyondTheClassroom #Metacognition #GlobalEducation #CognitaEurope
LATEST NEWS
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27/11/2023
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03/08/2023
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14/07/2023
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