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| Number of students |
185 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
approx. 20 |
| Most common nationality |
Swiss / German |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:3 |
| Native English and German speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and German |
Yes, we offer lessons in German as a second language. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
The lessons are held bilingually in High-German and English on all levels. In addition, French commences in elementary school. |
| Max. number of students per class |
15 |
| Average number of students per class |
10 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We offer a laptop for the use in class when appropriate. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
We are a political and neutral religious private school. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We are a political and neutral religious private school |
| External examinations or assessments available |
N/A |
| Results in these examinations |
N/A |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Only if appropriate. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework is usually not assigned. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
80% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
An individualized instruction is possible based on the Montessori method. Special support for children with a weaker or stronger ability in learning is a matter of course. |
| Learning support offered |
The Montessori method sets the developmental needs of the child in the center, true to the motto "help me to help myself". |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
An individualized instruction is possible based on the Montessori method. Special support for children with a weaker or stronger ability in learning is a matter of course. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
If appropriate. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No. Respect for rules, cultivated manners and social behaviour is required. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
N/A |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Applications are welcome at any period throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, if there are free places, an entry to our school is possible anytime. |
| School start time |
8:30am |
| School finish time |
13:00 or 16:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
We provide care from 7.30 and after-school care until 17.30 |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, Snack and Lunch served fresh daily. (included in basic fee) |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No.
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| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Private Guittar, Violine or Piano lessons;
|
| Sports activities included |
Weekly sport lessons and bi-weekly swimming lessons. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We use a range of local facilities that include a gym and a swimming pool. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Children, regardless of age, and in a familiar atmosphere, can work as a community in which learning is integrated and natural. The Montessori method sets the developmental needs of the child in the center, ture to the motto "help me to help myself". |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The most individualized instruction possible based on the Montessori method. |
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