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
#BeyondTheClassroom 🚀 Learning? It’s not just about books—it’s about bold ideas, big conversations, and growing together. 💡🔥
At ISZN, we think outside the box because that’s where real learning happens. Who’s ready for another day of discovery? 👀👇
#ThisIsISZN #WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #FutureReady #WhereLearningHappens #CollaborationInAction #ThinkBig #GlobalEducation #StudentVoices
📖✨ Flipping pages, sparking ideas, and unlocking new worlds! 🚀💡 At ISZN, curiosity leads the way—because learning has no limits! 🔍🔥
Tag someone who loves a good book! 📚👇
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🚀 ISZN Educators Take the Stage at SGIS 2025! 🚀
🔥 Our Early Years dream team is heading to Switzerland’s top international education conference as speakers! 🎤🎉
🎭 Marinés—Early Years Teacher & Montessori expert—is sharing why play & social-emotional learning are the secret sauce of early education!
📖 Silvia—Early Years Assistant & published author—is talking dual-language learning and how kids master multiple languages.
We’re beyond proud to see ISZN educators leading the way! Drop a 🎉 in the comments to celebrate them!
#WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #ISZNfamily #SGIS2025 #SGISchools #BilingualEducation #Montessori #PlayBasedLearning #EarlyYears #EducationMatters #FutureOfEducation #TeachersOfInstagram #ProudSchool #EdTalks #SpeakingUp #InspiringYoungMinds
Tiny but Mighty: Kindergarten’s Dragon Crew Takes Over! 🐉🔥
Who said dragons have to be big to bring the fire? Our little legends at ISZN are welcoming the Lunar New Year in full festive style—masks on, spirits high, and ready to roar into a year of fun and fortune! 🏮✨
#WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #CelebrateCulture #InternationalEducation #FutureLeaders #JoyfulLearning #EarlyYears #DragonDance #FestiveVibes #GlobalCommunity #LearningThroughPlay
Where colours come to life and creativity knows no bounds. The ISZN art room is the heart of imagination and inspiration! 🎨✨
#WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #ISZN #Art #Education #Creativity #LearningThroughArt #InternationalSchool #StudentLife #InspiredLearning #CreativeMinds #ArtEducation #SchoolCommunity #GlobalEducation
🌟 #ClassroomSpotlight 🌟
Ever seen a classroom where learning feels like magic? That’s Sarah Lowery’s Grade 4 room—a space where curiosity rules, questions spark excitement, and “Aha!” moments happen daily. ✨
Sarah’s superpower? Turning tricky problems into challenges her students can’t wait to solve. 📚💡 And with her at the helm, no idea is too wild, no dream too big! 🚀
Who wouldn’t want to sit in this classroom? 🙌
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🌟 Welcome to Little IBEX – where little hands and big imaginations shape the future! 🌈
At Little IBEX, curiosity leads the way, creativity runs wild, and every moment is filled with laughter, learning, and discovery. Rooted in kindness, respect, and resilience, we’re more than a nursery—we’re a community. 💛
Come explore the magic of learning and play in Wallisellen!
#LittleIBEX #WeAreCognita #ISZNCommunity #ISZN #Wallisellen #TinyAdventurers #ParentGoals #EarlyYearsMagic #PlayLaughGrow #Nursery
#ISZNNews | Little IBEX: ISZN’s Brand-New Nursery 🌈 Where tiny explorers embark on BIG adventures! 🚀
Step into a magical world of child-led discovery, designed to:
✨ Spark curiosity
🎨 Celebrate creativity
⭐ Champion developmental milestones
Join Sandra Price, our Director of Admissions, for a peek at our playful spaces and hands-on experiences that help little minds flourish—one colourful step at a time.
Ready to see the magic for yourself?
Book your visit now:
📧 sandra.price@iszn.ch
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LATEST NEWS
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27/11/2023
The ISZN Secondary campus will move to a new, but well known site in 2024. Whilst our Primary school is on an exciting journey facing a renovation...
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03/08/2023
Our Nursery teacher Mr Juan wrote an article for the International School Parent Magazine on how our school supports families settling into Nursery. The first day...
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14/07/2023
5 mins 07/07/2020 Sarah Joubert In her article for TES, Secondary teacher Sarah Joubert tells you how lockdown helped her embrace teaching virtually. I think it is...