Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug vs SIS Swiss International School Pfäffikon-Schwyz

	F Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug Zug, Switzerland	S SIS Swiss International School Pfäffikon-Schwyz Zug, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 12,924 - 30,035	Fees / year CHF 26,500 - 31,280
Age range	Age range 3 - 15 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Swiss Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 300	Pupils 194
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language German, English	Instruction language German, English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
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 The school is located at Eichenstrasse 5, 8808 Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland. The campus is a modern, state-of-the-art facility in a countryside location. It is situated between Chur, Zürich, Rapperswil and Einsiedeln, offering bilingual learning and life experiences. The campus is easily accessible by public transport or by car.
Stages	Stages Pre-School (from age 3), 1st Kindergarten, 2nd Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary (grades 7–10).	Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School and College (Bilingual Swiss Matura). The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is also offered.
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 Private day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 194 enrolled students; 30+ nationalities.
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 —
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 Lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pickup times, and activities during school holidays.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
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 Registration / Application Fee - One-time registration fee: CHF 600.00 for the first child; CHF 500.00 for each additional child. This registration fee is non-refundable and a place is only guaranteed after timely payment. Tuition fees (academic year 2025/26) — amounts and instalments - Billing format: school fees are billed in advance per semester. On request, the school offers payment in six monthly instalments; the 6-month instalment option carries a 2% surcharge. School fees for mid-term admissions are prorated. - Kindergarten and Primary (Intro): CHF 13,370.00 per year; 6 monthly instalments: CHF 2,273.00 per month (2% surcharge applies to instalments). - Primary 1 to 6: CHF 13,370.00 per year; 6 monthly instalments: CHF 2,273.00 per month (2% surcharge). - Secondary 1 to 3 & Bilingual College 1–2: CHF 13,820.00 per year; 6 monthly instalments: CHF 2,349.00 per month (2% surcharge). - Bilingual College 3–4: CHF 15,330.00 per year; 6 monthly instalments: CHF 2,606.00 per month (2% surcharge). - International Baccalaureate (IBDP): CHF 12,990.00 per year; 6 monthly instalments: CHF 2,208.00 per month (2% surcharge). Sibling discount - A sibling discount of 10% of the school fees is granted for the second, third, etc. child from the same family. The reduction applies to the school fees of the younger child or children. Optional meal and care charges (additional to tuition) - Lunch (hot meal) — ordered per semester or per day: - Kindergarten to Primary 1: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,350.00 per semester; One day per week CHF 270.00 per semester; Single booking / per meal CHF 15.00. - Primary 2 to Secondary 3 and Bilingual College: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,500.00 per semester; One day per week CHF 300.00 per semester; Single booking / per meal CHF 15.00. - After-school care (4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.) — available at all school levels: - Full week (5 days): CHF 2,400.00 per semester; One day per week: CHF 480.00 per semester; Single booking / per meal: CHF 18.00. - Clubs and additional extracurricular activities: costs vary by offering; parents should use the school's booking channels for details and pricing. Other costs and items not included in tuition - School fees do not include costs for excursions, class trips, camps, external examinations and certificates, or additional services and activities; these are charged separately as applicable. - No separate boarding fees apply: this campus is a bilingual day school (no boarding provision). - No publicised uniform fee is listed among the standard charges for this school. Billing schedule and payment terms - School fees are due before the start of each semester. Alternatively, payment may be made in monthly instalments (6 instalments) subject to a surcharge. School fees for students admitted mid-term are charged pro rata. - Late payment consequences: interest on arrears is charged at 5% per annum; dunning costs of CHF 20.00 per reminder (from the second reminder) and collection charges may be applied. The school reserves the right to commission a collection agency and to withhold certificates or diplomas if fees remain outstanding. Refunds, termination and withdrawal: key rules - The registration fee is non-refundable. If a reserved place is not taken up after payment of the registration fee, there is no reimbursement. - Ordinary termination requires written notice by registered letter by December 1 (for the winter semester) or May 1 (for the summer semester). Late termination after these dates triggers compensation equal to 25% of the School Fees for the corresponding semester. - Leaving mid-semester: the school charges fees up to the end of the week in which the student leaves (pro rata by weeks, excluding school vacations). If notification is not provided ten calendar weeks prior to the end of that week, the school charges additional compensation of 25% of the School Fees for the corresponding semester. - Force majeure: if the school is closed by authorities for force majeure (for example an epidemic, pandemic or natural disaster), there is no right to a refund of school fees. Fee payment options and invoicing - Invoices and credit notes include a QR payment part suitable for Swiss e-banking and QR-IBAN payments; the school uses a Parents' Portal and Webshop for booking and invoicing optional services (lunch, after-school care, clubs). Payment is expected in accordance with the billing schedule. Administrative and contractual notes (payment processing and enforcement) - Even when a third party (e.g., an employer) covers fees, the legal guardians remain party to the contract and are liable for payment. The school may charge collection fees and interest on overdue amounts and may withhold certificates until outstanding amounts are paid or guaranteed.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Private day school	Boarding arrangements Day school
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 Lunch is provided; there is a school dining room and catering.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Cognita family of schools.	Governance and ownership Private educational institution financed solely from school fees; does not receive subsidies from the Swiss national or cantonal governments.
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 Kindergarten through to College is offered on the SIS Pfäffikon-Schwyz campus. The Academic Offer includes Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, College (Bilingual Swiss Matura) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). English and German are equally important as languages of instruction and in daily school life. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment to build lifelong competence. The school emphasizes a bilingual experience, continuity from Kindergarten to College, and learning enhanced by technology.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
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 —
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 Student learning is at the heart of SIS Pfäffikon-Schwyz. The school provides a bilingual experience and an independent, value-centred approach within a Day School Community. Diversity is valued as a strength, and there is continuity from Kindergarten to College to support ongoing personal development. Learning is enhanced by technology and a strong network that supports collaboration.
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) —
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 equally important as languages of instruction and in day-to-day school life. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence. Bilingual learning is a core feature of the campus.
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 —
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 The campus is state-of-the-art and located between Chur, Zürich, Rapperswil and Einsiedeln, offering bilingual learning and life experience. The Kindergarten through to College program is housed in a modern countryside location. The spacious SIS campus on Eichenstrasse is easily accessible by public transport or by car. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. English and German are equally important, both as languages of instruction and in daily school life. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Access to well-equipped sports facilities; playgrounds and recreational spaces.	Sports facilities —
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 classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. Learning is enhanced by technology. English and German are used as languages of instruction, reflecting the bilingual education model.
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 Lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pickup times, and activities even during school holidays. SIS Student Exchange Programme offers study abroad opportunities at another SIS school.
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 SIS Pfäffikon-Schwyz is a private bilingual day school. The bilingual educational concept has been implemented here since 2016. The school serves kindergarten through college with approximately 160 students and more than twenty nationalities. It is financed solely from school fees and does not receive subsidies from the Swiss national or cantonal governments.
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 school community is characterized by a vibrant and nurturing multicultural environment and represents more than twenty nationalities. Extracurricular provisions include lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pickup times, and activities during school holidays. Upcoming events include an Information Evening for Matura and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme on 7 April 2026. The SIS Student Exchange Programme offers study abroad at another SIS school, fostering international-mindedness.
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 The school offers bilingual learning with English and German as languages of instruction and in daily life. There is continuity from Kindergarten to College, and upper levels can complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma or bilingual Swiss Matura. Learning is enhanced by technology and supported by a strong network.
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 —
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 and German are equally important as languages of instruction and in day-to-day life. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence.
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 —
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 Upper-level students can study abroad at another SIS school through the SIS Student Exchange Programme, fostering international-mindedness and personal growth.
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 Lunch, homework supervision, and before- and after-school care are offered, with flexible drop-off and pickup times and activities even during school holidays. A large break area is available for children to spend their time outside of school hours, and the campus is modern and accessible by public transport or car.
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 equally important as languages of instruction and in day-to-day school life. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence. The academic offer includes Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, College (Bilingual Swiss Matura) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
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 bilingual education with English and German as languages of instruction. The program provides continuity from Kindergarten through to College, ensuring bilingual learning across all levels. The college pathway includes a bilingual Swiss Matura and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
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 —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
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. Consultation with the School Management. In a personal meeting, questions are clarified and the educational concept is presented. The school grounds can be shown and, if possible, a lesson may be observed. To make an appointment, contact the school office or fill out the registration form below. 2. Trial Days. Your child experiences the SIS environment for one or two days to ensure the child feels comfortable; the trial days are a first introduction. 3. Submitting the Admission Form. The registration form is provided during or after the interview, in printed or digital form. Fill it in completely and return it to the school. 4. Signing the School Contract. After registration is received, the school contract is drawn up and sent with a payment slip for the registration fee. Return the signed contract and transfer the registration fee to reserve a place. Admission is possible all year round. Most students are enrolled in spring (February to April) to start in August. Admission covers Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary, College or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. A place is secured once the enrolment fee is received; the enrolment fee is specified on the price list.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If a year group or class is full, waiting lists are maintained. Enquire about capacity early, preferably in spring, to secure a place for your child.
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