Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug vs SIS Swiss International School Rotkreuz-Zug

	F Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug Zug, Switzerland	S SIS Swiss International School Rotkreuz-Zug Zug, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 12,924 - 30,035	Fees / year CHF 26,620 - 27,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 15 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Swiss Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 300	Pupils 120
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language German, English	Instruction language German, English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2012
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 in the Suurstoffi district in Rotkreuz, in the canton of Zug, Switzerland. It offers bilingual education in English and German. The modern school building is in a car-free residential and business area with excellent road and public transport links.
Stages	Stages Pre-School (from age 3), 1st Kindergarten, 2nd Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary (grades 7–10).	Stages Kindergarten and Primary School
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 educational institution
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 20+ nationalities represented
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, even 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, non-refundable registration fee required to guarantee a place. - First child: CHF 600. - Each further child from the same family: CHF 500. Tuition fees by school level (per semester billing) - The school fees are billed in advance per semester. On request, arrangements can be made to pay the school fees in six monthly instalments (2% surcharge). School fees for mid-term admissions are prorated. - Kindergarten 1 and 2: One payment at the beginning of the semester CHF 13,310; six monthly instalments CHF 2,263 (6 instalments, 2% surcharge). - Primary (Primary intro and Primary 1 to 6): One payment at the beginning of the semester CHF 13,310; six monthly instalments CHF 2,263 (6 instalments, 2% surcharge). - Secondary (Secondary 1 to 3): One payment at the beginning of the semester CHF 13,750; six monthly instalments CHF 2,338 (6 instalments, 2% surcharge). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in advance per semester. Parents may choose one lump-sum payment at the beginning of the semester or request a six-month instalment plan; the instalment plan carries a 2% surcharge. Mid-term admissions are billed on a prorated basis. Sibling discount - A sibling discount of 10% of the school fees is granted for the second, third, etc. child from the same family while multiple children are enrolled; the reduction applies to the school fees of the younger child or children. Optional additional costs - Lunch (optional): - Kindergarten to Primary 1: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,200; One day per week CHF 240; Single booking per meal CHF 15. - Primary 2 to Secondary 3: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,350; One day per week CHF 270; Single booking per meal CHF 15. - After-school care (optional, 16:00–18:00): Full week (5 days) CHF 2,400; One day per week CHF 480; Single booking per hour CHF 18. - Clubs: Additional clubs are offered and incur separate charges; detailed club costs are available from the school office. Boarding fees - SIS Rotkreuz-Zug operates as a bilingual day school for local and international families; there are no boarding facilities and therefore no boarding fees applicable. Refund information - The registration (enrolment) fee is non-refundable. School fees for mid-term admissions are prorated. No other refund conditions are specified on the school fee summary. Fee payment options (billing and instalment details) - Billing is per semester in advance. Parents may pay the semester amount in one payment at the beginning of the semester or choose the six-month instalment option (2% surcharge). Mid-term admissions are prorated. Specific payment method details (bank transfer, card options, etc.) are managed through the school's billing/invoice process.
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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 Since 2012, the school provides immersive, bilingual education from kindergarten through primary school in the Suurstoffi area. The SIS Educational Concept emphasizes a Bilingual Experience, an Independent and Value-Centred Approach, a Day School Community, and Continuity from Kindergarten to College, enhanced by Learning through Technology and a Strong Network. Language acquisition begins early, guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence. Each class is supervised by one German-speaking and one English-speaking teacher, who communicate with students in their native languages. The modern school building is located in Suurstoffi and classrooms and specialist rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology; the Kindergarten sits in a refurbished historic building with an attached playground, and a nearby multi-purpose hall serves as a cafeteria and for school events. Extracurricular activities, lunch, supervision, before- and after-school care, and flexible drop-off and pickup options complement the school day.
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 —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
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. Getting in Touch: Get in touch via the contact form, by email, or by phone. You may also visit an Open House to gain an initial impression of everyday school life and meet the school leadership in an informal setting. We provide further information, answer your first questions, and discuss together what the next suitable step might be for you and your child. 2. Consultation: A personal consultation is arranged to get to know each other and discuss questions and the educational concept. The school introduces you to its approach and, when possible, provides a tour of the building to give a glimpse into classroom life. If an on-site visit isn't possible, consultations can be conducted virtually, by phone, or via email. 3. Trial Days: If it feels right for both sides, one or more trial days are arranged. Your child experiences everyday school life to assess comfort in the environment. Trial days are non-binding and typically occur after the consultation; if trial days aren't possible, an alternative solution will be discussed. 4. Registration: If you decide in favour after consultations and trial days, the registration form is provided digitally or in printed form. Complete the form in full and submit it to the SIS school of your choice. The school is happy to support you if you have any questions. 5. School Contract: After registration is received, the school contract is prepared and sent with information about the enrolment fee. Once the contract is signed and the enrolment fee is received, your child is officially registered at SIS Switzerland and the place is reserved. The school thanks you for your trust and looks forward to accompanying your child on their educational journey.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If a year group or class is full, waiting lists are maintained. To secure a place, enquire about capacity early, preferably in spring.
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