It came as a surprise to all of us here at Living in Luzern, that nearly no graduates from local international schools remain in Switzerland to study when this country not only offers excellent further education possibilities but it is virtually free! We’ve rounded up […]
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Understanding the school system in Switzerland and which options are best for your family can be a challenge. This can become a greater when your child has special educational needs. This is a short guide on the options available to you and your child, between
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There are many playgroups in Luzern, a few which are bilingual, offering to look after your child from age 2.5 until 5 (some will take younger children). These are privately run playgroups but the town will support parents with incomes of less than CHF 60
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The Swiss school system is quite straight forward until the lower secondary level. Compulsory schooling lasts for nine years and is free for all children. It is made up of two levels: primary and lower secondary level. Kindergarten Children can go to kindergarten from the
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There are four international schools in and around Luzern: the International School of Central Switzerland (ISOCS) in Cham, the International School of Zug and Lucerne (ISZL) in Kastanienbaum, the Four-Forest Bilingual International School in Luzern and the Swiss International School in Rotkreuz. Just because they
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Switching School Systems A British mother reflects Are we on the right path? Was our decision right? These are typical concerns parents have when considering their children’s education. I would know. When our children started in the international system a few years ago, we were
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The one dilemma that many expat parents living in Switzerland will face is their children’s education. Choosing between sending your child to either a Swiss school or an international school is quite a big decision. Our goal at Living in Luzern is to help you on this
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