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ISZN provides a British curriculum from Early Years through A-Levels, including the Middle Years Programme and IGCSE. A-Levels are offered for Grades 11-12 via Cambridge and Edexcel International A-Levels. The IGCSE programme delivers a broad, balanced curriculum that supports students in pursuing their interests. In Grade 11, students select three subject specialisations to tailor their academic pathway.
Co-curricular activities span arts, drama, and music, and include Ballet, Choir, Graphic Design, and other clubs, with many options available for creative expression. ISZN Music School offers private lessons in instruments such as violin, piano, guitar, bass, drums, and voice, with on-site practice rooms and performance opportunities. Students can perform on stage each semester as part of ISZN's music program.
ISZN has a Dual Language Programme with English as the primary instruction and a rigorous German curriculum across all German levels, compulsory to Grade 10 with an option to study to Grade 12. French is compulsory during the middle years, with the option to continue to Grade 12. The Dual Language Programme highlights ISZN's language development focus within the curriculum.
ISZN's Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) consist of a plethora of after‑school clubs, planned to complement learning and wellbeing, with recently offered CCAs including Ballet, Basketball, Choir, Cricket, Graphic Design, Forensic Club, and Yoga. The ISZN Ibex sports teams regularly compete with other international schools across Switzerland. The grid of activities covers Arts, drama, music; sports teams; robotics, coding, Playball; and house competitions and events.
Student Leadership & PTA include Student Council, School and Sports Captains, Peer mentoring, and Student Wellbeing Leaders; the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meets regularly and supports school events. The community emphasizes belonging and wellbeing through a strong pastoral system and safeguarding provisions.
ISZN provides leadership opportunities through student leadership roles and a dedicated PTA, complemented by careers, university, and academic guidance to support post‑school pathways. Regular wellbeing check-ins and a structured pastoral framework help students develop resilience and personal growth.
Wellbeing and belonging are central to ISZN, with a strong pastoral system to identify hurdles early and ensure students feel safe. On-site lunches are prepared daily by the school chef, offering a buffet-style menu with options to meet dietary needs. School hours run from 8:30 to 15:30, with Enhanced Care from 7:30 to 18:00 to support families.
International School Zurich North is a day school in Wallisellen for pupils aged nursery to 18. It follows a British pathway, with Early Years offering a Dual Language Programme in English and German, and Primary teaching supported by a German language component. The Middle Years Programme leads to IGCSEs in Grades 9 and 10, followed by Cambridge and Edexcel A-Levels in Grades 11 and 12. English is the language of instruction; German is taught across all German levels to Grade 10 (option to Grade 12) and French is compulsory in the middle years. The school is part of the Cognita network and provides university progression in Switzerland and beyond. Facilities include flexible Early Years spaces and a cafeteria, while co-curricular activities cover sport, performing arts, visual arts, robotics, outdoor education, and leadership. Features include the Dual Language Programme, the IPQ option in Grade 11, and a focus on wellbeing and safeguarding.
