Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug vs Lakeside School - Horgen

	F Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug Zug, Switzerland	L Lakeside School - Horgen Zug, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 12,924 - 30,035	Fees / year CHF 24,600 - 27,720
Age range	Age range 3 - 15 years	Age range 3 - 12 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Swiss Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 300	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language German, English	Instruction language English, German
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2001
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Zug campus: Chollerstrasse 23, CH-6312 Zug-Steinhausen; Luzern campus: Maihofstrasse 95a, CH-6006 Luzern. The Zug campus is centrally located between Zug, Steinhausen, Cham and Hünenberg, with views of the central Swiss Alps.	Location Lakeside School Horgen is located in the center of Horgen at Alte Landstrasse 33-35, CH-8810 Horgen. Getting to school is easy by public transport: a 2-minute walk from Horgen train station, a 10-minute walk from Horgen Oberdorf train station, and a 10-minute walk from the Meilen-Horgen ferry.
Stages	Stages Pre-School (from age 3), 1st Kindergarten, 2nd Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary (grades 7–10).	Stages Early Years (Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten); Primary School (Grade 1 to 6); Bilingual Matura (upper school through Swiss Matura).
School type	School type Private day school; bilingual international school delivering a bidirectional German–English education; Swiss cantonal curricula with the British National Curriculum applied to English.	School type Day School on one campus.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Small class sizes with targeted progression; additional support and support teaching when required; progress discussed with students and parents.	Additional learning support Student support rooms for individual language and learning support in small groups.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Affiliated with Cognita (Cognita family of Schools).	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Morning supervision starts at 7:30am; lessons run during the day; after-school care available until 6:00pm; after-school club and Homework Club from Grade 1.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details School Bus (Küsnacht) with door-to-door and shuttle services
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Overview — School Year 2026/27 This summary lists the school fees and related payment terms for Four Forest Bilingual International School for the School Year 2026/27. All amounts are shown in CHF and are presented as annual and per-term values (fees are billed in four equal instalments per academic year). Application / one-time enrolment fee - Enrolment fee (one-time, payable on confirmation of enrolment): CHF 2,500. Tuition fees — Four Forest Luzern (School Year 2026/27) - 1st Kindergarten (options): - 3 half days (mornings only): CHF 13,776 per year (CHF 3,444 per term). - 4 half days: CHF 14,796 per year (CHF 3,699 per term). - 5 half days: CHF 15,804 per year (CHF 3,951 per term). - 6 half days: CHF 17,376 per year (CHF 4,344 per term). - 7 half days: CHF 18,960 per year (CHF 4,740 per term). - 8 half days / Full-time: CHF 20,544 per year (CHF 5,136 per term). - Minimum programme: 3 mornings for 3-year-olds; 5 mornings for 4-year-olds. - 2nd Kindergarten: CHF 21,828 per year (CHF 5,457 per term). - Primary - Grades 1–4: CHF 23,088 per year (CHF 5,772 per term). - Grades 5–6: CHF 24,048 per year (CHF 6,012 per term). Tuition fees — Four Forest Zug (School Year 2026/27) — Canton resident / non-resident - 1st Kindergarten (options): - 3 half days: CHF 12,924 p.a. / CHF 14,379 p.a. (CHF 3,231 / CHF 3,594.75 per term). - 4 half days: CHF 14,496 p.a. / CHF 15,951 p.a. (CHF 3,624 / CHF 3,987.75 per term). - 5 half days: CHF 16,080 p.a. / CHF 17,535 p.a. (CHF 4,020 / CHF 4,383.75 per term). - 6 half days: CHF 17,664 p.a. / CHF 19,119 p.a. (CHF 4,416 / CHF 4,779.75 per term). - 7 half days: CHF 19,236 p.a. / CHF 20,691 p.a. (CHF 4,809 / CHF 5,172.75 per term). - 8 half days / Full-time: CHF 20,832 p.a. / CHF 22,287 p.a. (CHF 5,208 / CHF 5,571.75 per term). - Minimum programme: 3 mornings for 3-year-olds; 5 mornings for 4-year-olds. - 2nd Kindergarten: CHF 22,740 p.a. / CHF 24,195 p.a. (CHF 5,685 / CHF 6,048.75 per term). - Primary (Zug): - Grades 1–4: CHF 23,688 p.a. / CHF 25,143 p.a. (CHF 5,922 / CHF 6,285.75 per term). - Grades 5–6: CHF 25,896 p.a. / CHF 27,351 p.a. (CHF 6,474 / CHF 6,837.75 per term). - Secondary (Zug): - Lower Secondary Grades 1–3: CHF 27,540 p.a. / CHF 30,035 p.a. (CHF 6,885 / CHF 7,508.75 per term). Sibling discounts - Second child: 10% reduction on school fees (private payers). - Third child: 25% reduction on school fees (private payers). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are invoiced in four equal instalments per academic year and are payable in advance on the following dates: 1 August, 1 November, 1 February and 1 May. Fees for an entry during the school year are invoiced from the first day of the month of entry. Late payment may incur interest, reminder and collection charges. - A place is only guaranteed once the Schulgeld (tuition) for the first quarter has been paid. If a reserved place is not taken or a registration is withdrawn prior to the contractual start, the school fee for the first quarter remains payable and is due within 10 days. - Annual “Schulgeldpauschale” (a general tuition package) is included in the tuition and covers many routine school costs (examples listed include excursions, camps, dental hygiene checks, theatre and museum visits). Optional or extra services such as the school club, language exams, individual music lessons and after‑school paid courses are charged separately and are payable in advance. Lunch catering is an additional cost when chosen and is invoiced together with the school fee invoices. Boarding - Four Forest operates as a day school; boarding is not provided. Other costs and typical additional fees - After-school clubs, extra-curricular activities and individual music lessons: charged separately; separate price lists apply. - Catered lunch (optional): charged in addition to tuition and invoiced with tuition invoices if used. Water is provided at school; sweetened drinks are not permitted. - One-off enrolment / material fee on first enrolment (amount covered above as the CHF 2,500 enrolment fee). - Incidental costs not covered by the tuition package (e.g., optional courses, private exams, certain external activities) are billed separately and must be paid in advance. Refunds and cancellation terms - Cancellation and notice: the school contract requires written notice and a four-month notice period that takes effect to the end of a semester (semester end dates: 31 January or 31 July). The date of receipt of the written notice determines the end of the payment obligation; outstanding fees and other obligations remain payable through the end of the notice period and are due within 10 working days after final billing. - Refunds: the first-quarter tuition payment is required to secure a place and remains due if a registration is withdrawn before the contractual start; other refunds are governed by the contract and the final settlement will follow the contract's closing invoice. Late-payment charges and collection fees may apply where payments are overdue. Fee payment instructions and methods - Tuition and additional charges are invoiced according to the billing schedule above and must be paid in advance. Invoices include payment terms and will state the required payment arrangements; late payment may incur interest and collection fees. Notes on adjustments - Tuition fees are set on an annual basis and the school reserves the right to amend the fees for new school years. Sibling discounts apply only to private payers as indicated.	Fee details Application & entrance fees - Registration (application) fee: CHF 500 (non‑refundable). - Deposit (payable on signing the contract): CHF 2,000 for the first child, CHF 1,000 for the second child, CHF 500 for each additional child. The deposit is held against outstanding amounts and is refunded on exit according to the school's deposit policy. Tuition fees (monthly and annual) — Pre‑Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Primary (Grade 1–6) - Pre‑Kindergarten (full programme — Wednesdays half day): CHF 2,050 per month / CHF 26,400 per year. - Pre‑Kindergarten (5 mornings per week): CHF 1,310 per month / CHF 15,720 per year. - Pre‑Kindergarten additional morning (per morning): CHF 260 per month / CHF 3,120 per year. - Pre‑Kindergarten additional afternoon (per afternoon): CHF 210 per month / CHF 2,520 per year. - Kindergarten (full programme — Wednesday afternoon free): CHF 2,310 per month / CHF 27,720 per year. - Kindergarten option with an additional free afternoon (Tue or Thu) or other half‑day patterns: examples listed at CHF 2,150 per month (CHF 25,800 per year) and CHF 2,200 per month (CHF 26,400 per year) depending on the chosen pattern. - Primary School (Grades 1–6): CHF 2,310 per month / CHF 27,720 per year. Sibling discount: 5% on tuition for the second child and 10% for each subsequent child. Day Care, After‑school and optional services (examples) - Day Care (examples of monthly / yearly pricing and time slots): - Morning care (typical early slot): CHF 245 per month / CHF 2,940 per year (example option). - Afternoon Day Care (5 days per week, shorter slot): CHF 490 per month / CHF 5,880 per year (example option). - Full after‑school extended care (5 days to 18:30): CHF 735 per month / CHF 8,820 per year (example option). - Single morning/afternoon session and Wednesday‑afternoon rates are available at specific per‑session prices. - Spontaneous/occasional Day Care: charged hourly (example CHF 20 per hour for spontaneous bookings) and invoiced separately. Hot lunch and school bus - Hot lunch (monthly examples): CHF 200 per month (4 days/week, excl. Wed) or CHF 250 per month (5 days/week, incl. Wed); annual equivalents CHF 2,400 / CHF 3,000 respectively. - School bus (where available and charged): typical example CHF 300 per month / CHF 3,600 per year (train‑station shuttle integrated in tuition at some locations; paid bus routes noted as an additional cost). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and recurring charges are stated as monthly amounts and are payable in advance at the beginning of each month. The school issues invoices and applies its stated monthly billing schedule. Prices are subject to change per the school's published fee schedule. Boarding - Boarding is not offered at this campus; the school operates as a day school with Day Care and after‑school options. Other costs and charges - School fund (one‑off or standing contribution): CHF 1,000 (listed as Schulfond on early years pages). - Extra‑curricular / leisure courses and certain activities (e.g., external providers for After‑School Clubs, holiday care, class trips) are charged separately when applicable. - Occasional charges for spontaneous Day Care or special services are invoiced separately (example: CHF 20 per hour for spontaneous Day Care bookings). Refund and cancellation rules (fees) - The registration (application) fee of CHF 500 is non‑refundable. - The deposit is retained as security against outstanding amounts and is refunded on exit subject to the school's deposit policy and any minimum attendance period conditions specified in the contract. Specific deposit refund conditions (timing and forfeiture in case of late cancellation) are set out in the school's admissions/contract terms. Fee payment options - Invoices and the school's fee portal are used to manage billing and payments; recurring tuition is invoiced monthly in advance. Payment instructions (IBAN/QR reference or e‑billing and the parent fee portal) are provided on the school's invoicing/parent portal. Parents may follow the school's invoice instructions when making payments. If you need specific monthly versus annual amounts for any single program option or confirmation for a particular academic year, use the published fee schedule entries above for the current programme options and fee levels.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Private day school	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Two lunch options are available: students may bring a packed lunch from home, or participate in a catered lunch programme at an additional cost. Water is served at school and sweetened drinks are not allowed. Lunch is supervised and followed by time for outdoor play.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system The school has two dedicated buildings: the Kindergarten House and the Primary School House.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Cognita family of schools.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Swiss Curriculum 21 forms the basis for all subjects, with English instruction aligned to the British National Curriculum. The school immerses students in one language at a time, spending one week in English and the next in German. Preschool and 2nd Kindergarten introduce language through bilingual play, while Primary School (Grades 1-6) builds knowledge in Swiss Curriculum 21 with English taught under the British framework, alternating languages weekly. Secondary School (Grades 7-9) continues bilingual delivery, with each subject taught in its designated language. Graduation pathways include Swiss Gymnasium (grade-dependent), Swiss Secondary School, or an International Pathway from Grade 7.	Curriculum details Lakeside School Horgen offers a bilingual curriculum from Pre-Kindergarten through Primary School and into the bilingual Swiss Matura path in partnership with Freies Gymnasium Zürich. In Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten, each class has English-speaking and German-speaking teachers, exposing children to both languages. In Primary School, instruction is delivered in English and German, with one native English-speaking and one native German-speaking teacher sharing responsibilities; there is an English week when all subjects are taught in English and a German week when they are taught in German; specialist subjects are taught in either language. The program follows Lehrplan 21, the Swiss national curriculum, and is enriched by international curricula. The bilingual Matura path offers continued study at the bilingual Gymnasium or ProGymnasium through the FGZ partnership, with an almost exam-free admission to the bilingual Gymnasium via Vorbereitungsklasse 6 (V6) after Grade 6, subject to passing the V6 entrance exam. Many Lakeside School students complete the Swiss Matura to gain access to world-class universities in Switzerland and abroad.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes.	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Across its Swiss Matura pathway, Lakeside School Horgen reports that about 60% of students enter a Gymnasium after Grade 6, with many going to bilingual Freies Gymnasium Zürich or monolingual public Gymnasien; Perspectiva Nova provides on-campus exam preparation, contributing to strong higher-education progression.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates move on to Swiss Gymnasium (grade-dependent) or Swiss Secondary School; some follow an International Pathway from Grade 7.	Higher education progression Many Lakeside School students complete the Swiss Matura to gain access to world-class universities in Switzerland and abroad. The school bases its program on Lehrplan 21, the Swiss national curriculum, and integrates international curricula to support academic pathways. The FGZ partnership and V6 entrance exam structure facilitate transitions to Gymnasium-level education, and Perspectiva Nova provides on-campus exam preparation for Gymnasium entrances.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Talentia enrichment programme takes place on Thursday mornings at the Zug campus for highly gifted Primary students.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Care & Support creates a supportive environment with a familial atmosphere. Class sizes are small, enabling individual needs to be addressed and progress discussed with parents. When required, additional support and learning support is provided. After-school activities strengthen SEL by giving students opportunities to practice teamwork, empathy and resilience in real-world settings. The after-school club runs until 6:00 pm and supervision is provided before lessons begin at 7:30 am.	Social & emotional learning We value a close relationship with students and parents. Our students' well-being and academic success come from trusting relationships and shared responsibility between family and school. The small-school environment provides a nurturing and familiar setting for development. Creative Education promotes healthy self-esteem, social skills, and collaboration through Physical Education, Music, Drama, Crafts, Design and Technology. After School Clubs and physical activities support social engagement and well-being.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Individual learning needs are addressed through small class sizes and targeted progression. Teachers model different learning styles to support each child's development. When required, additional support and learning support is used. The school provides language support as part of its inclusive approach.	Special educational needs (SEN) Student support rooms provide language and learning support in small groups.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers a comprehensive bilingual program with immersive instruction in English and German. Following Swiss Curriculum 21 with elements of the British National Curriculum for English, the language of instruction alternates weekly between English and German (one week English, the next week German). Additional language support in German and English is available as required.	English as an additional language English and German are not merely two subjects; both are used in speaking and writing in every subject. Our teachers are native German or English speakers. We offer the Bilingual Matura.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Safety and wellbeing are a priority; the school follows policies and procedures to ensure a happy, healthy experience. Be Well Day and anti-bullying campaigns support students' mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing We value a close relationship with students and parents and emphasize well-being and academic success through trusted relationships and shared responsibility. The small-school environment creates a nurturing, familiar atmosphere. Creative Education promotes healthy self-esteem and social skills. After School Clubs and physical activities support well-being.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safety and wellbeing of students are the priority; the school follows policies and procedures to ensure safety.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Zug campus at Chollerstrasse 23, Zug-Steinhausen (CH-6312). Four Forest offers modern facilities at both Lucerne and Zug campuses, including 1st and 2nd Kindergarten, all Primary classes, and a Forest school as part of the Swiss Curriculum. Secondary education for grades 7–10 (Secondary 1–3) is provided at both campuses. The school serves international, multilingual, and Swiss families and maintains regular parent–school communication and mutual respect to support students on their educational journey.	Facilities overview Campus Horgen is in the center of Horgen. The Kindergarten House has its own floor, a kitchen and bathrooms, and a garden with a playground. The Primary School House includes bright classrooms, group rooms, a music room, and a crafts/design/technology room with workbenches, plus a drama room with a stage and seating. An exclusive in-house library is available to students, and each class has its own small library; the German library is a two-minute walk away for weekly visits. There is an on-site gym hall with a climbing wall, and the campus is easily accessible by public transport (2 minutes from Horgen train station, 10 minutes from Horgen Oberdorf, and 10 minutes from the Meilen-Horgen ferry).
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Access to well-equipped sports facilities; playgrounds and recreational spaces.	Sports facilities An on-site gym hall supports physical education. The gym includes a climbing wall. A garden with a playground and equipment provides space for outdoor activity.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Modern classrooms with advanced learning technologies; dedicated art, music, and science rooms; libraries with diverse resources; extensive outdoor areas including a forest school; dedicated spaces for extracurricular activities and events.	Academic facilities The Primary School House features bright classrooms and small group rooms for collaborative learning. There is a music room with instruments. A crafts/design/technology room contains workbenches for textile and technical design. A drama room includes a stage and seating. Student support rooms provide language and learning support in small groups. An exclusive in-house library is available for students.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities A wide range of after-school programmes including ball skills, Robotics, extra language classes and drama; art and craft sessions; individual music lessons (including piano); Homework Club after school on specified days.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Two campuses operate in Lucerne and Zug, offering education from pre-school through lower secondary. The curricula follow the cantons of Lucerne and Zug with English instruction aligned to the British National Curriculum. Four Forest is part of the Cognita global family. In 2024 Four Forest joined the Cognita family, and leadership across the group guides both campuses. A leadership team guides both Luzern and Zug campuses.	History —
Community	Community Fasnacht celebrations at Four Forest Zug and Luzern feature student performances and community activities. Visiting Educators from Yew Chung International School explored bilingual learning at Four Forest Zug. Family language workshops and Be Well Day events have been held to foster multilingual learning and community. Four Forest Zug Sports Day 2025 demonstrated the school's active community life.	Community The Lakeside School Horgen offers After School Clubs including Kung Fu, gymnastics, coding, and acting. The Escola app is used for communications; teachers, management, and office staff can be contacted via their own email addresses. A parents' evening is held for all classes at the beginning of the school year. Once a year, parent conferences are held to discuss a child's academic and social development; additional meetings can be requested by parents or class teachers.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parents Association regularly organizes coffee meetups and events during the school year to strengthen community and actively involve parents. A highlight is the annual Four Forest Community Event that brings together families, students and staff to connect, celebrate, and create memories. The association supports open and respectful communication between parents and the school. Approximately 45% of our families have Swiss or German roots, with the remainder representing around 40 nations. The prospectus describes these activities as integral to the Four Forest family and community-building.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Four Forest Group offers education from Preschool through Secondary levels under one roof. It follows Swiss Curriculum 21, with elements of the British National Curriculum for English. Teaching is delivered in German and English, with one week taught in German and the following week in English. Classes are led by teachers who teach in their native language or a language in which they are fluent, and class sizes are kept small to address individual needs and support progression.	Academic & intellectual Primary School runs from Grade 1 to 6, setting the bilingual foundation. The Primary School House provides bright, spacious classrooms and dedicated group rooms, including a music room, a crafts/design/technology area, a drama room with a stage, and language/learning support rooms. An exclusive in-house library is available, with weekly library visits led by the English-speaking class teacher, and the nearby German library is visited weekly. Upper school offers bilingual Matura options all the way to the Swiss Matura.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative An extensive range of after-school activities is offered, including ball skills, Robotics, drama, and extra language classes. Art and craft sessions provide creative development, and music lessons (including piano) are available. From Grade 1, Homework Club operates after school, and the After-School Club runs daily from 3:15pm to 6:00pm.	Arts & creative Music room with a large selection of instruments. Crafts, design and technology area with workbenches for textile and technical design. Drama room with a stage and spectator seating.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Four Forest provides immersive bilingual education in English and German. Following Swiss Curriculum 21, with elements of the British National Curriculum for English, students are immersed in English and German on alternating weeks, taught by teachers in their native language or a language in which they are fluent. Early immersion yields faster language mastery and enhances confidence; after several years, students' second language proficiency nearly matches their mother tongue.	Cultural & language English-speaking class teachers support language learning and lead weekly library visits. The German library is nearby and is visited weekly by the German-speaking class teacher and students. There are dedicated student support rooms for individual language and learning support in small groups. The upper school offers bilingual Matura up to the Swiss Matura.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Regular class and whole-school events such as sports days, autumn camps, ski days, and celebrations of annual festivals foster community and social interaction. Students participate in class council to learn how different opinions and positions can be represented in a discussion. After-school care and a broad range of clubs provide opportunities to socialise and pursue interests, with sports, arts, and clubs reinforcing social-emotional learning.	Social & hobbies After School Clubs are offered, providing activities after the school day. Clubs include Kung Fu, gymnastics, coding and acting. Holiday Care provides a fun holiday programme in a familiar setting.
Community & service	Community & service The Parents' Club plays a vital role in fostering community engagement by organizing family events and welcoming new families, and supports fundraising for the Four Forest charity and initiatives such as Be Well Day and anti-bullying campaigns.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Talentia Programme nurtures highly gifted students with a weekly enrichment morning that replaces normal lessons. It focuses on projects and life skills and runs on Thursdays at the Zug campus, and is available to internal Four Forest pupils, LMS students, and external pupils who are gifted.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Outdoor Learning emphasizes movement and outdoor play in a forest setting. The program aims to develop personal, social, and emotional skills through experiences in a natural environment, building confidence and teaching respect for the environment. Sessions are supervised by fully trained and qualified specialists.	Lifestyle & wellbeing An on-site gym hall is equipped with a climbing wall for physical education. The on-campus playground is well equipped and partially covered. After School Clubs promote physical and mental wellbeing through sports and creative activities.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught: English and German. Instruction languages: English and German. English is taught according to the British Curriculum as part of the Swiss Curriculum 21. Language support is available in English and German. LMS German Path is offered at both Zug and Luzern locations in primary (1st–6th grade) and in Luzern for secondary, following Curriculum 21.	Language provision English and German are the languages of instruction with a balanced bilingual model. In Primary School, classes are held in two languages with English weeks taught by English-speaking teachers and German weeks taught by German-speaking teachers; all subjects are taught in the current language. French is taught in Grades 5 and 6. DaZ and EAL support, as well as Learning Support, are available.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching A unique bilingual learning model where children study one week in English and the next in German, taught by teachers and assistants who teach in their mother tongue or in a language in which they are fluent.	Bilingual teaching The school offers a fully immersive English and German (50:50) programme with equal instruction in both languages.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Preschool through primary use weekly language immersion: one week in English, the next in German, with English taught according to the British Curriculum as part of Swiss Curriculum 21. The program is delivered by staff who are native speakers or fluent in the language.	Immersion programs Immersion occurs through an immersive bilingual model across the primary school. Classes alternate English weeks with English-speaking teachers and German weeks with German-speaking teachers so that every class experiences both languages. All subjects, including Mathematics and Environmental and Social Studies, are taught in the current week's language. Specialist subjects such as Physical Education, Crafts, Design, Technology (CDT), Music, Drama and Coding are taught in both languages by native English- and German-speaking teachers. French is taught in Grades 5 and 6. German as an Additional Language (DaZ), English as an Additional Language (EAL), and Learning Support are available. A Bilingual Matura pathway is available for upper levels.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application for the appropriate programme: The application form lists programmes as 1st Kindergarten, 2nd Kindergarten, 1st Grade Primary, 2nd Grade Primary, 3rd Grade Primary, 4th Grade Primary, 5th Grade Primary, 6th Grade Primary, 1st Grade Secondary, 2nd Grade Secondary, and 3rd Grade Secondary. 2. Admission interview and class visit: Admission includes an interview; the School Management may contact the child's previous schools for academic details and behaviour. A visit to an existing class may be recommended to gauge the classroom environment. 3. Availability and trial days: Admission is subject to availability and possible trial days. 4. Written decision: The decision will be confirmed in writing. 5. Enrolment contract: By signing the School Contract, a binding enrolment is concluded; the completed application must be returned to School Management; this is a binding reservation of a place and the decision regarding admission and place remains reserved. 6. Enrolment fee and first trimester fees: If admitted, a one‑time enrolment fee is due and the school fees for the first trimester are payable within 10 days. 7. Fees and payment schedule: School fees are payable in three equal installments (in advance) on August 1, December 1, and April 1; the current price list is published before the end of March each year; if a child enters mid‑year, the school fee is invoiced for the entire month of entry. 8. Withdrawals/late entry: If enrolment is withdrawn or a child does not start, the enrolment fee and the first trimester fee are due as described. 9. Year‑round applications: Applications are accepted throughout the school year. 10.	Admissions 1. Registration is completed online for Lakeside School Horgen. You initiate the process via the Lakeside School registration portal. The Horgen campus address is Alte Landstrasse 33-35, CH-8810 Horgen. 2. Fees and the admissions procedure are described on the Fees & Registration page. This page provides information on tuition fees and the admissions procedure. Reviewing this page is recommended as part of planning your child's enrollment. 3. You can contact the Horgen campus by email or phone for admissions inquiries. The Escola app provides the primary channel for school communications with parents, and direct emails are available to teachers, management, and the office. Parent conferences are held once a year at the start of the school year.
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