yes

yes

We teach in German and English, 50:50 bilingual school. French in mandatory starting Grade 5. We offer Spanish, Chinese, Polish and Swiss German clubs.

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12

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Each student is authorised a school iPad. We teach Coding and Robotics and use technology daily to complement and optimise learning.

OBS was one of the first schools who were ready the first day of the lock downs. Eversince Students that are ill or have sports assignments can join classes online. So, yes we are ready but Swiss regulation limits the use of virtual classroom technology in a broader context.

No. OBS is 100% Religion and Ideology free. Nevertheless Students in certain classes have the opportunity to take religion classes outside of the school.

IB Diploma Programme and Swiss Federal Matura

IB average 35 points, Matura 4.8

Yes but they are given time in school to finish. We try not to have our students go home with homework to do. Usually the students get research or reading tasks.

10-60 minutes in Primary School, 1-2 hrs Middle and Upper School

Almost 100%

Yes, we have a SEN department.

Our multi-tiered support system ensures every student has the resources they need to succeed. Beyond regular classroom instruction, we offer targeted intervention through our Learning Support Center, staffed by specialists in various subjects and learning approaches. We offer tutoring, ADHS support, English as additional language and German as foreign language support. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday after school we offer a Learning Community led by a Teaching assistant (included in the school fee)

The Advanced Learner Program represents our commitment to nurturing exceptional student potential. Starting from Grade 7, students who demonstrate high levels of responsibility and academic capability can apply for this prestigious status. Furthermore we offer a Future Skills Programme, including the Space Agency, Ocean & Life Explorers, Game Design and Film Academy, provide students with hands-on experience in emerging fields. These programs combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, allowing students to develop technical skills while working on real-world projects. Students learn to use cutting-edge technology, understand complex systems, and develop solutions to actual challenges.

Yes, we have an in-house counsel

We don't do Exams but Profiling to identify each student's potential and social/emotional readiness.

Candidates for our primary programme will undergo an internal assessment in language proficiency and mathematics. Admission to our middle and upper school requires a comprehensive evaluation, including language skills, potential analysis, and a personality assessment, which are evaluated by a psychologist.

Yes, in some classes.

None

Yes

8:30am for Primary School
8:45 Middle and Upper School

3:15-3:30 Primary School
4:15 - 5:00 pm Middle and Upper School

Yes, we have Early and Late Care

Yes, OBS has 3 buses.

Yes

Yes

No

Many, many options from Ballet, Robotics and Coding, language, piano, drums and guitar classes, Aikido, Art, Drama, Music, Karate, Ball sports and more. We offer more than 50 after school clubs.

OBS offers the standard sports lessons, like athletica, gymnastics, ball sports according to the curriculum. To achieve the competences demanded by the Swiss curriculum, we also apply skateboarding, Golf, Bouldering, Surfing, Stand-up paddling, ice-skating (winter), skiing (winter), swimming, track and field, biking, and more

Not yet

From technology-enabled classrooms to specialized labs for science and arts, every space is purposefully designed to enhance the learning experience. We have a large library, an E-Sports Room, a Martial Arts Dojo, Green Screen Film Studio, Podcast Studio, Maker-Space, Movement room with special Dance /Ballett Floor etc.

We have a Dojo and Movement room inhouse, a soccer pitch on the breakyard, access to a large playground on site and opposite the building,vis-a-vis of the OBS campus we have access to Soccer fields, Beach Volleyball court, Basektball court, Hockey court, Skateboard park, Off-road mountain bike parcours,

At OBS, academic excellence transcends mere grades; it embodies the cultivation of profound understanding and genuine intellectual curiosity. Our comprehensive approach harmoniously melds rigorous Swiss academic standards with innovative teaching methodologies, ensuring students master core subjects whilst developing sophisticated critical thinking and analytical capabilities. Through our distinctive ILO (Input, Learning Activities, Output) framework, students engage with material in ways that foster both deep comprehension and lasting retention, consistently leading to remarkable academic achievements.
The testament to our success manifests in our students' accomplishments: their exceptional university acceptance rates, their capacity to flourish in challenging academic environments, and their thorough preparation for higher education. Our university preparation programme commences early, offering personalised guidance that helps students identify and progress toward their academic aspirations. Intimate class sizes ensure each student receives individual attention, enabling teachers to swiftly identify and address challenges whilst providing enriching opportunities for advanced learners.

OBS ILO Teaching Strategy
Our proprietary OBS ILO (Input, Learning Activities, Output) Teaching Strategy represents a sophisticated, research-based approach to learning that maximises student engagement and knowledge retention whilst developing crucial analytical and practical skills.
During the Input phase, teachers present new concepts using multiple modalities—oral, written, tactical—ensuring that every student, regardless of their learning style, can grasp fundamental concepts. This might involve interactive presentations, real-world examples, expert videos, or hands-on demonstrations.
The Learning Activities phase transforms passive understanding into active mastery through carefully designed exercises that encourage students to engage with the material in meaningful ways—from laboratory experiments and project work to peer teaching and problem-solving challenges. This phase is highly differentiated, allowing advanced learners to dive deeper whilst providing additional support to those who need it.
The Output phase goes beyond traditional testing, requiring students to demonstrate their understanding through practical applications, presentations, project outcomes, or real-world problem-solving. This three-phase approach ensures that students don't just memorise information but truly understand and can apply it in practical situations.
Bloom’s Taxonomy
The OBS ILO (Input, Learning Activities, Output) Teaching Strategy systematically addresses all levels of Bloom's Taxonomy through its three-phase approach. The Input phase targets the foundational levels of 'Remember' and 'Understand' through multi-modal presentation of concepts, interactive demonstrations, and immediate comprehension checks that ensure strong foundational knowledge. The Learning Activities phase engages the middle levels of 'Apply' and 'Analyze' through hands-on exercises, laboratory work, and data interpretation activities, where students actively work with concepts in practical contexts. This phase also incorporates 'Evaluate' through peer review sessions and critical analysis of methods and results. Finally, the Output phase focuses on the highest level of 'Create' by challenging students to develop original solutions, design innovative projects, or produce creative works that demonstrate mastery of all previous levels. For instance, students might design environmental conservation solutions, create space mission proposals, or produce documentary films about scientific discoveries. This structured progression ensures students not only master fundamental knowledge but also develop the higher-order thinking skills essential for academic and professional success. Regular assessment throughout each phase allows teachers to verify mastery at each taxonomic level while providing additional support or challenges as needed.