Private Schools
Besides the public school system, Zug offers a variety of international schools, some of .
In a nutshell
Canton Zug provides Swiss private schools as well as international schools.
Swiss private schools typically offer smaller facilities and more personalized programs than the public schools.
International schools however vary, ranging from larger institutions with excellent facilities to smaller family-orientated schools prioritizing personalized education in small, accessible classes. Scroll down to get to know some of Canton Zug’s famous international schools.
International Schools
International School of Central Switzerland (ISCS)
The International School of Central Switzerland (ISCS), offering prestigious Cambridge International curriculum, provides a learning environment that is both family-oriented and offers a programme of academic rigour and excellence.
Intentionally small class sizes and personalised learning, combined with a fast-track German programme, ensure students achieve outstanding results that support them in community integration and accessing the university of their choice. A rich after-school clubs programme allows students to further pursue their passions and complements their university applications.
Jose Antonio Parra, Executive Director: japarra@iscs-zug.ch
International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL)
Founded in 1961, ISZL is an independent, non-profit international day school providing education for students aged 3 to 18. It is an International Baccalaureate World School. It offers an exceptional educational experience delivered in and outside the classroom.
The school offers a broad, rigorous academic programme, which connects students to the greater world around them through inquiry-based learning. Its vibrant, multicultural and caring approach fosters a deep sense of community well-being among students and teachers.
Institut Montana
Zugerberg, Zug
Since 1926, Institut Montana Zugerberg has been a Swiss international boarding school and day school for students between the ages of 6 and 19. With more than 380 students from over 50 different countries Institut Montana offers a choice of academic paths, depending on whether long-term goal is to graduate with the Swiss Matura or the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Here are some of the other international schools in the canton of Zug:
Preschool
Wunderfitz und Redeblitz
They offer courses for children from Non-German speaking backgrounds, to promote their integration.