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Switzerland, Geneva
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Student-centered learning drives SISOG's approach. Students embark on projects fueled by their passions, with teachers inspiring discovery and creativity. They tackle real-world challenges such as environmental sustainability or community issues, developing teamwork, problem-solving and strategic thinking. The Student Council empowers students to voice opinions on school policies and class projects, fostering skills essential for thriving in a democratic society.
After School Activities include music, art, football, violin and language courses. The After School program offers free play, structured activities, and outdoor and indoor experiences. After School is a community which enables children to find a harmonious life balance between school and family.
Preschool offers Swedish and French bilingual groups for ages 1-4. Primary offers Swedish and French bilingual primary program for ages 4-12. Wednesday morning Swedish academic lessons are available for ages 4-12, and there is a Wednesday after-school Swedish program. Wednesday Afternoon Language Lessons provide 90-minute Swedish language lessons.
The Red Thread connects activities across preschool and primary, linking drawing and cooking in preschool to math and art in primary. Daily outdoor time is embraced, offering opportunities for learning and play. The school fosters open dialogue and celebrates diverse perspectives through democratic values and through the Student Council.
Student leadership is nurtured through the Student Council, which empowers students to voice opinions on school policies and class projects. Student-centered learning and collaborative problem-solving build leadership and professional skills. These practices foster ownership of the learning journey, developing initiative and responsibility.
Balance academic success with emotional and social well-being guides SISOG's approach. Daily outdoor time is integrated into learning. The After School program runs until 18:20, offering free play, structured activities, and outdoor and indoor experiences. These elements support a healthy life balance for families.
Swedish International School of Geneva (SISOG) is a private bilingual preschool and primary school for children aged 1–12. Instruction is offered in English, Swedish and French, and the school follows a bespoke integrated curriculum based on the Swedish Academic Curriculum and the Plan d'études Romand (PER) introduced in the canton of Geneva; it is approved by the Geneva Department of Public Instruction (DIP). The Red Thread concept connects learning across subjects, from Preschool through Primary, ensuring coherence and continuity. SISOG provides Swedish Small Group Classes for pupils from Swiss, French or International schools and Swedish Online Courses for Middle and Secondary levels. The school emphasizes small classes, strong teacher–pupil relationships, and formative feedback, with daily outdoor time and regular termly development talks involving parents. Extras include After School Care, Holiday Camps, and a Student Council that empowers students to participate in school life and policy discussions.
