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Strengths Languages, Outdoor Education, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
KIBS Zurich is a private German-English day school in Seebach serving children from infancy through primary school (ages 0–12). With nearly two decades of experience, KIBS offers a tailored bilingual program in English and German, keeping 50/50 instruction in Primary and equally represented bilingual learning in Kindergarten. The curriculum blends international standards with the educational goals of the Canton of Zurich and emphasizes cross-curricular, hands-on learning to foster critical thinking, independent problem solving, and confident learners. The school originated in 2008 as Kid's Island, a bilingual daycare and kindergarten, and became a primary school in 2013, preserving a family-like atmosphere and a warm, inclusive community. Facilities include a full-day program from 7:30 to 18:00, all-day care included in tuition, a bus service, and small classes. Extras include project weeks, After-Lunch Clubs, Forest Day, and field trips. Primary offers choir, drama, Italian, and guitar; Kindergarten provides art and music for learners.
KIBS Zurich has 220 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English, German.
Location
Located in Seebach, Zurich. The address is Schaffhauserstrasse 550, 8052 Zürich, Switzerland.
Stages
Daycare, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Primary
Type
Private German-English day school in Zurich
Additional learning support
Individualised support is part of the bilingual learning approach.
Fees
Annual tuition at KIBS Zurich ranges from CHF 22,000 to CHF 26,400 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration
- A registration process and associated deposit/registration fees apply for all groups (Early Years, Pre‑K/Kindergarten, Primary).
Tuition — Primary (Years 1–6, ages 6–12)
- Tuition: CHF 2,200 per month. The monthly tuition covers supervision from 07:30–18:30, supervised homework time, breakfast and a healthy morning snack.
Tuition — Early Years, Pre‑K and Kindergarten
- The school publishes separate tariffs for Early Years groups (Little Teddies, Little Pandas & Little Bees) and for Pre‑K / Kindergarten (Little Stars & Little Einsteins). Specific monthly rates for these groups are shown in the school's tariffs. The monthly tariff for early years and kindergarten includes childcare, after‑lunch clubs, homework support and project weeks.
Per‑term / Per‑year presentation
- The published tuition figure for Primary is presented as a monthly amount (CHF 2,200 per month). Billing is structured around the monthly tariff; parents should expect charges expressed on a monthly basis. Per‑term or per‑academic‑year totals are therefore derived from the monthly tariff (school publishes the tariff as a monthly figure).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is published as a monthly tariff. The school's general terms and conditions (Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen, AGB) set out contractual payment and price provisions. Families make arrangements in line with the school's AGB and the tariffs.
Boarding
- KIBS Zürich operates as a private day school; there is no boarding provision.
Meals and extras
- For Kindergarten groups (Little Einsteins, Stars and Bees), with the exception of the afternoon snack, all meals are included in the monthly tariff. For Primary pupils, breakfast and a morning snack are included; lunch is available at an additional charge of CHF 10 per day. School lunch is prepared on site by the school's chefs.
Other charges and optional extra costs
- A school shuttle bus service is offered for selected areas at an additional cost. - There is no school uniform and therefore no uniform cost. Parents are asked to dress children appropriately. - The tariffs page references deposits, registration fees and discounts for all groups; those additional one‑off or periodic charges may apply at enrolment.
Refunds and contract termination
- Refunds, notice periods and contract termination terms are governed by the school's Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen (AGB). The AGB set out rights and obligations relating to prices, contracts and obligations between parents and the school.
Fee payment options
- The school's tariffs and AGB describe the contractual and payment framework. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer or card) are set out in the school's payment instructions and contractual terms.
Summary of available numeric figures
- Primary tuition published: CHF 2,200 per month. - Meal extra for Primary lunch: CHF 10 per day.
Brief note about missing detail (what could not be located on the published tariff pages)
- The publicly presented tariff headings confirm the existence of deposits, registration fees and separate tariffs for each age group, but the site's published pages that were accessed do not contain the full line‑by‑line amounts for each age group and per‑term totals in a directly extractable form. The school's AGB holds the formal payment and refund rules.
Academics
KIBS Zurich teaches Swiss Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 0 to 12.
Curriculum
The school is a private German-English day school in Zurich with nearly 20 years of experience. The tailored curriculum blends international standards with the learning goals of Canton Zürich in a bilingual English–German program, using cross-curricular teaching and hands-on exploration to develop critical thinking, independent problem solving, and confident learners.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social and emotional development through a nurturing, inclusive community that fosters belonging, friendships, calm transitions, and peer support so children grow socially and emotionally.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English and German, with 50% of instructional time in German and 50% in English.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to the learning approach, with emphasis on emotional well-being and a caring, safe community.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are accepted year-round as long as spaces remain in a group; for the start of a new academic year, it is advised to submit by the end of February to avoid disappointment. KIBS does not require an entrance examination; a trial day may be offered to see how your child fits with the group. At kindergarten entry, children should have basic knowledge of German or English; at primary entry, students must master one of the instruction languages to near-native level. The school teaches in a bilingual setup with 50% of instructional time in English and 50% in German. French is part of the curriculum from 4th to 6th grade, and French and Spanish are offered free in lunch clubs. Our teachers come mainly from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, Germany, and Switzerland. The school is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 18:30; the teaching day runs 9:00 to 16:10, and students should be present by 8:50 for registration. KIBS is located near Zürich's public transport network; Bus 768 stops in front of the school; a paid shuttle is available to Seebach, Oerlikon, and Glattpark, with other locations on request. There is no school uniform; students should dress appropriately. Primary tuition is CHF 2,200 per month and includes care from 7:30 to 18:30, supervised homework, breakfast, and a morning snack. A school calendar with important dates is available on request. After KIBS, students may attend any national or international secondary school; most pursue the Swiss Gymnasium, and KIBS offers a free Gymnasium-entrance exam preparation program. For more information, contact the admissions team.
Waitlist
No waitlist is described; admissions are open year-round as long as spaces exist, with a recommendation to apply by end of February to start a new academic year.
FAQs
What curriculum does KIBS Zurich offer?
KIBS Zurich offers IB curriculum. The school is a private German-English day school in Zurich with nearly 20 years of experience.
What age range does KIBS Zurich cater for?
KIBS Zurich accepts students from age 0 to 12. Daycare, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Primary
What are the fees at KIBS Zurich?
**Application / Registration** - A registration process and associated deposit/registration fees apply for all groups (Early Years, Pre‑K/Kindergarten, Primary). **Tuition — Primary (Years 1–6, ages 6–12)** - Tuition: CHF 2,200 per month.
Where is KIBS Zurich located?
KIBS Zurich is located in Switzerland. Located in Seebach, Zurich. The address is Schaffhauserstrasse 550, 8052 Zürich, Switzerland.
Is KIBS Zurich co-educational?
KIBS Zurich is a co-educational school. Private German-English day school in Zurich.
How do I apply to KIBS Zurich?
The admissions process at KIBS Zurich: Applications are accepted year-round as long as spaces remain in a group; for the start of a new academic year, it is advised to submit by the end of February to avoid disappointment. To apply, use the contact form on the site, email info@kibsz.
Does KIBS Zurich offer boarding?
No boarding is offered; it is a day school.
What learning support does KIBS Zurich provide?
KIBS Zurich provides learning support services. Individualised support is part of the bilingual learning approach.
Does KIBS Zurich offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
The school teaches in English and German, with 50% of instructional time in German and 50% in English.
What facilities does KIBS Zurich have?
The school is a private German-English day school in Seebach, Zurich, serving children from daycare through primary. It runs a full-day program open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with care from early morning to late afternoon.
What extra-curricular activities are available at KIBS Zurich?
KIBS Zurich offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Art and music are offered as part of Kindergarten extracurricular activities, alongside yoga and playball. Primary offers extra-curricular clubs such as choir, drama, Italian, and guitar, with other clubs varying by term. Small class sizes provide individualized attention.
What languages are taught at KIBS Zurich?
English and German are taught; the curriculum is taught 50/50 in English and German; follows Lehrplan 21 Zurich curriculum and is enriched with elements of the IB framework; blends international programmes with Canton Zürich standards; education extends from daycare to Gymnasium preparation.
Who is the head of KIBS Zurich?
The head of school at KIBS Zurich is Biljana Novak.
How many students attend KIBS Zurich?
KIBS Zurich has approximately 220 students. The school serves students from age 0 to 12.
When was KIBS Zurich founded?
KIBS Zurich was founded in 2013. KIBS was born from a mother's vision in 2008. Unable to find a day school where her daughter could grow up truly bilingual in German and English, she set out to create the learning environment she dreamed of.
What is the parent community like at KIBS Zurich?
KIBS Stories provide a window into daily life—stories, short clips and monthly moments from the KIBS community, with new content every Wednesday.
