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School of Tomorrow - Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge

Switzerland, Zug

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees CHF 29,400 - 34,200
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 103
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
School of Tomorrow
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages German, English, French
Typical class size 17
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

School of Tomorrow - Schloss Sihlberg is a bilingual day school located in a 19th-century castle in Zurich’s Enge district. The school follows the Swiss Lehrplan 21 while integrating a comprehensive English-language program, preparing students for both local and international pathways, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Learning is organized into mixed-age groups rather than traditional grade-level classrooms, utilizing "Homebases" and specialized "micro-environments" for project-based work. The campus features dedicated spaces for digital literacy where primary students use personal iPads for research and coding. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Entrepreneur Friday" for older students and the "Friday Club" for younger ones, which shifts the focus from standard academics to practical projects and community activities. Instruction is delivered simultaneously by English and German-speaking educators in the same room, ensuring constant immersion.

This campus is part of School of Tomorrow

The Essentials

School of Tomorrow - Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge has 103 pupils, typical class sizes of 17, instruction in German, English.

Location
School of Tomorrow operates across three campuses in Switzerland: Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge at Sihlberg 10, 8002 Zurich; Augustinerhof - ZH City at Augustinerhof 1, 8001 Zurich; and Gerichtsplatz - Uster at Gerichtsplatz 2, 8610 Uster. The Enge and City campuses are in central Zurich, while the Uster campus serves the greater Zurich area. The school is located in the heart of Zurich and Uster.

Stages
Kindergarten; Primary school; Secondary & Gymnasium.

Type
Bilingual private day school (German and English) in Zurich and Uster offering Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary/Gymnasium.

Country affiliation
Switzerland

School day structure
Full-day operation from 8:00 to 18:00. Kindergarten and Primary classrooms follow a four-day week Monday to Thursday, with Friday optional; from Secondary onwards, the last day of the week is Entrepreneur Friday.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day school with full care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Thursday; Fridays are optional.

Food Options
Healthy snacks and hot meals are provided.

Governance and Ownership
Private school approved by the Canton of Zurich; secondary school added to the program in 2025. The school is operated by School of Tomorrow AG.
Fees

Annual tuition at School of Tomorrow - Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge ranges from CHF 29,400 to CHF 34,200 for 2026/27.

Admission & registration fees

- Application fee: CHF 500 (one-off, non‑refundable).
- Registration / deposit: CHF 3,000 (one-off). This deposit is reimbursed with the last installment before leaving; not reimbursed for attendance shorter than 24 months.
- Material contribution: CHF 1,000 (one-time per 3‑year cycle; not applicable to kindergarten and invoiced when transferring from kindergarten to primary; non‑refundable). For secondary school, the material contribution is CHF 750 per year.
- Total charged on registration: CHF 3,500 per child for Kindergarten (application + deposit) and CHF 4,500 per child for Primary (application + deposit + material).
- Trial day: If a trial day is offered, the CHF 500 application fee is charged before the trial day; it will be credited to a definitive registration within 30 days of the trial day and otherwise forfeited. If the school cancels the offered place after a trial day, the amount will be refunded in full.

Tuition fees by year group (per year, per trimester and monthly equivalent)

- Kindergarten (4 full days): CHF 29,400 per year — CHF 9,800 per trimester — corresponds to CHF 2,450 per month.
- Primary school (4 full days): CHF 30,600 per year — CHF 10,200 per trimester — corresponds to CHF 2,550 per month.
- Secondary / Gymnasium (5 full days): CHF 34,200 per year — CHF 11,400 per trimester — corresponds to CHF 2,850 per month.
- Friday Club (Kindergarten & Primary) — Friday 08:00–17:00: CHF 5,400 per year — CHF 1,800 per trimester — corresponds to CHF 450 per month.
- Discount for full annual pre‑payment: CHF 1,000 reduction if full annual tuition is paid in advance.
- Sibling discounts: 1st sibling receives 5% discount; 2nd sibling receives 10% discount.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition billing cadence: Tuition is invoiced and paid per trimester, in 3 equal installments due on July 1, November 1 and March 1.
- Pro rata entry: It is possible to join at any time during the school year (subject to availability); tuition for late entry is calculated on a pro rata basis according to the date of entry.
- Fees listed are approximate and the final amounts will appear on the invoice; school fees may be increased annually.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a local day school with full‑day care. No boarding fees apply.

Other costs and additional charges

- Multi‑day excursions, camps and trips abroad are charged separately and billed in addition to tuition.
- Public transport: Children aged 6 and over at the Sihlberg and Augustinerhof locations must have an annual season ticket for Zurich public transport zone 110 — this is an additional cost to families.
- Costs not included in tuition that may be charged separately include specific multi‑day trip costs and any optional services beyond the standard inclusions (books/consumables, most local day trips and excursions are included).

Refunds and withdrawal‑related rules

- Deposit refund: The registration deposit (CHF 3,000) is reimbursed with the last installment before leaving, provided attendance was at least 24 months; no refund for attendance shorter than 24 months.
- Application fee and material contribution are treated as non‑refundable as stated; trial‑day-related application fee handling is described under Trial day above.

Subsidised / institution‑sponsored places

- For subsidised or institution‑sponsored places, an additional tuition supplement applies: CHF 3,600 per term (equivalent to CHF 900 per month additional).

Fee payment options and invoicing

- Payment processing: Payments are handled via the school's invoicing/application payment system and a payment service provider is used for processing payment transactions. The invoice and the school's applicant/account portal indicate the accepted payment methods and the payment instructions to follow.

What the tuition covers (for clarity on inclusions)

- Included in the tuition: personalized curriculum and mentoring; all‑day care (hours vary by level); daily lunch and snacks for kindergarten and primary; books, documents and consumables; access to computers and devices; most local day trips and excursions; and regular parent events. Items explicitly excluded or charged separately are multi‑day trips, mandatory public transport season tickets where required, and any optional external services.
Academics

School of Tomorrow - Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The British curriculum informs the English language instruction. German–English bilingual education is provided. The timetable is aligned with LP21 (Lehrplan 21) and Mathematics, languages (German, English, French), Social Studies and Natural Sciences form the core of the programme. Teaching includes project work, a personalized curriculum and mentoring. The learning method is goal-oriented and structured, yet individual and flexible.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for both Swiss and international educational pathways from its Zurich campus.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes intrinsic motivation and personal development through 12 core competencies: Curiosity, Creativity, Analytical Thinking, Self-Responsibility, Cooperation, Empathy, Social Skills, Communication, Leadership, Self-Efficacy, Resilience, and Self-Awareness. Mindset development and individuality are central to learning, with mixed-age, project-based classrooms. The curriculum connects the local and global community and fosters co-creation and lifelong learning. Students develop belonging and cultural understanding while gaining skills to participate confidently in a global world. The approach emphasizes relationships, trust, and cross-disciplinary connections.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Giftedness and other diagnoses are welcomed; EVERY child is different and the school adapts to the child rather than forcing them through a fixed path. The school follows Lehrplan21 and personalizes learning beyond it to meet individual needs. Transitions to public schools or Gymnasium are possible, and the secondary school is planned to be added in 2025.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is bilingual in German and English, with daily immersion in both languages in lessons, play, and conversation. About half the team is German-speaking and the other half English-speaking, creating an authentic bilingual environment. Language is learned through daily use rather than fixed blocks, fostering fluency in both languages. Other languages, such as programming, music and philosophy, are encouraged.

Mental Wellbeing
Body Competence combines movement, mindfulness, balance, and breathwork to support students' physical and mental wellbeing. It is led by a sports and physical education specialist and includes activities such as badminton, hockey, football, gymnastics, yoga, and martial arts. The program aims to enhance body awareness, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing as part of everyday learning.

Safeguarding
Schutzkonzept School of Tomorrow (Stand: 01 September 2021) is the safeguarding concept. It follows Swiss federal Covid measures and requires staff and the school community to comply with the concept; Cecilia Hauser, Administrative Lead, is responsible for safeguarding. The plan includes hygiene and distancing rules, air-quality measures with plants and sensors, regular cleaning, and hand hygiene. It also covers isolation/quarantine procedures for symptomatic or exposed individuals and guidance to follow authorities, with communications prepared by the school for isolation or quarantine situations.
Parent Experience

History
Diego De Nicola founded School of Tomorrow. He dreamed of a new kind of school for almost a decade after extensive research, worldwide visits, exchanges with experts, and discussions with parents and children. The school follows Swiss Lehrplan 21 and includes a comprehensive English curriculum, with roughly half the staff German-speaking and the other half English-speaking. It operates across multiple campuses in Zurich and Uster, including Schloss Sihlberg Enge, Augustinerhof in Zurich City, and Gerichtsplatz in Uster. The educational approach centers on personalized, project-based learning and the development of 12 core competencies.

Community
The School of Tomorrow is a bilingual private school in the heart of Zurich and Uster, offering Kindergarten, primary and secondary education across campuses Schloss Sihlberg Enge, Augustinerhof Zurich City, and Gerichtsplatz Uster. Lessons run from 8 am to 6 pm with a four-day week for Kindergarten and Primary, Fridays optional, and Entrepreneur Friday on the Secondary level. The curriculum follows Swiss Lehrplan 21 with a comprehensive English program, and classrooms are mixed-age with project-based learning designed to develop 12 core competencies. The school hosts family-oriented events such as Open House sessions on March 17, 2026 across campuses and SOT Nights every 1-2 months to engage parents, with parent feedback describing the community as welcoming.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
School of Tomorrow operates across three campuses in Zurich and Uster: Schloss Sihlberg ZH Enge, Augustinerhof - ZH City, and Gerichtsplatz - Uster. The school offers Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary/Gymnasium. The school day runs from 8 am to 6 pm with Fridays optional for Kindergarten and Primary; from Secondary onwards, the last day of the week is Entrepreneur Friday. Lunch is provided daily and is warm, fresh, regional, and varied, with meat/fish or vegetarian options; snacks are provided as well and meals are included in school fees. The school is bilingual in German and English, with about half the team German-speaking and the other half English-speaking, enabling daily language immersion. The school follows the Swiss Lehrplan 21 and includes a comprehensive English curriculum.

Academic Facilities
The Curriculum combines Lehrplan 21 with a strong English-language component, and emphasizes creativity, the arts, and sports. Lehrplan 21 is used for cycles 1–3 (kindergarten, primary, and secondary), with English taught to a level equivalent to a second mother tongue. From secondary, students can choose between Swiss Matura or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB Diploma, available from summer 2028). Mindset and personal development are integrated into learning and promoted in a targeted, ongoing manner, alongside a focus on technology and digital literacy. Technology & Digital Literacy covers coding and robotics and emphasizes responsible use of screens. The school aims to blend local Swiss education with international elements through its bilingual and international-oriented program.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creativity, the arts, and sports are given great emphasis within the curriculum, and arts and sports are integrated into project-based and interdisciplinary learning, supporting both local Swiss and international objectives. The program combines these areas with a strong English-language component to foster broad-based learning experiences across subjects and cultures.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school follows the Swiss Lehrplan 21 and includes a comprehensive English curriculum. Lessons are project-based and interdisciplinary, with mixed-age classrooms encouraging cross-age collaboration. Each child develops an individualized learning plan aligned with Swiss guidelines and personal interests. The school emphasizes core competencies that support academic and intellectual growth, including curiosity, creativity, analytical thinking, and self-responsibility.

Arts & Creative
Creativity is a core competency at School of Tomorrow. Lessons are project-based and interdisciplinary, encouraging students to explore new ideas. The learning approach emphasizes thinking differently and innovation to prepare for the future. The school promotes creativity through learning activities that connect ideas across subjects.

Cultural & Language
The school is bilingual in German and English; students are immersed daily through lessons, play, and conversation. About half of the team is German-speaking and the other half English-speaking, so children learn both languages naturally. The Swiss Lehrplan 21 framework is followed and English is included in the curriculum. Students develop authentic language skills and a lasting connection to both languages.

Social & Hobbies
Social Skills is a core competency developed at SOT to support social competence and teamwork. Empathy and cooperation are emphasized as foundations for respectful interaction within the school community. Projects and collaborative learning strengthen peer relationships across different ages. Engagement with families and events, like SOT Night, fosters broader community connections.

Community & Service
The school encourages active contribution by families and welcomes parents to share their know-how. SOT Night events connect parents with teachers and support discussions on child development. The partnership between family and school aims to align education and upbringing for each child. Modern technology lets families follow progress and stay informed via a dedicated app.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is one of the 12 core competencies developed at SOT. Entrepreneur Friday provides opportunities for entrepreneurial thinking and leadership. The school promotes self-efficacy and personal responsibility to lead oneself and others. Projects across subjects foster leadership and teamwork.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Kindergarten and Primary have a four-day week from Monday to Thursday, with Friday optional; From Secondary onwards, the last day of the week is Entrepreneur Friday. The school day runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with healthy snacks and hot meals provided. The school is open for six weeks of vacation per year, and families can take up to six additional weeks of flexible vacation.
Languages

Language Provision
German and English are the languages taught. Instruction occurs in both languages across the curriculum, with about half of the teaching staff being German-speaking and the other half English-speaking.

Bilingual Teaching
German-English bilingual education. Daily communication in German and English is used across lessons, in play and in conversation.

Immersion Programs
A daily immersive language environment is provided, with language learned through authentic context rather than translation.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Questionnaire: Complete the family questionnaire, sent by e-mail, to finalize the request. 2. School visit & Getting to know each other: Kindergarten: On-site meeting between the child, parents, and educator during visiting hours. Primary: A short on-site introduction between the child, parents, and educators during a trial day; after the initial settling-in, the parents leave. Secondary & Gymnasium: Trial Day on-site for the child. The day begins with an introduction between the child, the parents, and the educators. After this, the parents leave. For children applying from outside Switzerland who are unable to attend in person, a video call can be arranged instead. If an additional Trial Day is required, the registration fee of CHF 500 will be charged. 3. Admission: Admission: Decision by family and SOT on admission. 4. Contract: The contract will be sent digitally and the first invoice will follow after signing. Once the registration fee and the first installment of school fees have been paid, your child is definitively enrolled. 5. Welcome: The start of your personal learning journey at School of Tomorrow. 6. NB.: The contract must be signed within 10 days, after which the place will be released.

Waitlist
Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. When full, a waiting list is used.
School Events
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