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The SIS Männedorf-Zürich is a bilingual day school located near Lake Zurich, offering instruction in German and English from Kindergarten through the 6th year of primary school. The bilingual concept has been in place since 2009. Local and international families value the bilingual instruction and the all-day structure in this family-friendly region. The school enrolls about 132 students from more than 30 nationalities. It is located near the lake and is easily accessible by public transport, with a playground that has ample space for play and modern, versatile equipment.
Instruction is bilingual in German and English from Kindergarten through the 6th Primarstufe, and bilingualism is not a prerequisite for entry. The immersion method enables learners to acquire language naturally. Learning is enhanced by technology across the curriculum. The program is designed to be continuous from Kindergarten through university entrance, aligning with SIS's bilingual concept.
Morning and afternoon supervision, lunch, courses and holiday care are offered as part of the Day School program. After-school clubs provide engaging activities, including options during school holidays. The learning environment is open, multicultural, and supportive, with a structured and varied all-day program.
Located near Lake Zurich, SIS Swiss International School Männedorf-Zürich is a private bilingual day school for ages 4 to 12, offering German and English instruction from Kindergarten through the 6th Primarstufe. The school serves over 120 students from more than 30 nationalities, with a flexible all-day program including lunch, morning and after-school care, and holiday clubs. The curriculum blends the cantonal Swiss primary program with elements of the British curriculum and SIS-developed materials, enabling a continuous path from Kindergarten to university entrance while bilingualism is not a prerequisite for entry. Learning is supported by technology across the curriculum, and the immersion approach allows language acquisition in context. Facilities include a cafeteria, gym, workshop, music room, library, and a spacious outdoor playground. The school runs intercountry and language activities, robotics with Ozobots, and annual sport and cultural events such as the SIS Cup and festivals. The program emphasizes language-rich collaboration, project-based learning, and international-mindedness across grades.