International School Altdorf

The school supports social and emotional development through a strong pastoral system with guidance counselors available to assist students from course selection to tutoring and time management. An after-school mentoring program provides personalized guidance, with every teacher mentoring a number of students to build trust and foster an open, inclusive classroom environment. Staff including accommodations managers, teachers, counselors, and other on‑campus staff are available to support students 24/7 in the classroom, clubs and on chaperoned field trips. The IB Diploma Programme addresses intellectual, social, emotional and physical well‑being as part of preparing students for university and life beyond. The campus offers a range of activities and support structures that contribute to students' holistic development.

Individualized learning is supported by small class sizes that allow teachers to give special attention to students' learning needs and interests. Academic Support provides tutoring, mentoring and guidance counselors to assist with course selection, time management and study skills. An after‑school mentoring program offers personalized guidance, helping create an open and inclusive learning environment. Extracurricular exam and preparation courses (including TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, German and French language proficiency prep) extend support beyond the classroom. The school supports English language learners with daily language assistance and resources to help them settle in and succeed.

Whether English is a student's first or second language, faculty and staff are there for every individual every day of the week. Academic Support includes tutoring and guidance to help language learners with course work, time management and exam preparation. The program offers targeted exam preparation for language proficiency tests including TOEFL and IELTS, as well as other language‑related assessments. The tutoring and guidance services help students integrate into English‑language curricula across IB and Cambridge tracks. Language support is woven into the school's academic support structure to help learners achieve their goals.

The IB Diploma Programme is designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well‑being and future success of students. On campus, staff including accommodations managers, teachers and counselors look after students 24/7 in the classroom, clubs and on chaperoned trips, supporting mental wellbeing. The campus features sport facilities and a fitness partner, Update Fitness, to promote physical health and a healthy mind‑and‑body balance. A holistic approach to student life is reinforced through pastoral care, guidance and opportunities for leadership and teamwork. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment that supports students' well‑being across academic and extra‑curricular activities.