SIS Swiss International School Männedorf-Zürich

Switzerland, Zug

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English

Fees CHF 25,860

Ages 3 - 12 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2009

Bus Service No

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Curriculum Swiss Curriculum

Taught languages French

Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Early Years, Primary School

Introduction

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.

This campus is part of SIS Swiss International School

Seestrasse 57, 8708 Männedorf, Switzerland

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The Essentials

Location

Seestrasse 57, 8708 Männedorf, Switzerland; near Lake Zurich; easily reachable by public transport.

Stages

Kindergarten and Primary School.

Type

Private bilingual day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than twenty nationalities represented.

Country affiliation

Switzerland

School day structure

Full-day day school with supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; includes lunch, morning and afternoon supervision, homework support and flexible drop-off/pick-up times.

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Fees

Registration / Application Fee
- One-time registration fee (non-refundable): CHF 600 for the first child; CHF 500 for each additional child. Payment of this fee secures the child's place.

Tuition fees (2025/26 academic year)
- Annual tuition (per student) for Kindergarten 1–2: CHF 12,930 per year.
- Annual tuition (per student) for Primary Years 1–6: CHF 12,930 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing frequency: School fees are billed in advance per semester.
- Payment options for timing: Fees may be paid either as a single payment at the beginning of the semester or as six monthly instalments. Choosing six monthly instalments carries a 2% surcharge (the instalment amount shown is the annual fee plus the surcharge divided across six payments). School fees for mid-term admissions are prorated.

Sibling discount
- A sibling discount of 10% of the school fees applies to the younger child(ren) when more than one child from the same family is enrolled.

Optional additional costs
- Lunch (optional):
- Kindergarten and Primary 1: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,200 per semester; One day per week CHF 240 per semester; Single meal booking CHF 16 per meal.
- Primary 2–6: Full week (5 days) CHF 1,350 per semester; One day per week CHF 270 per semester; Single meal booking CHF 16 per meal.
- After-school care (optional, 16:00–18:00): Full week (5 days) CHF 2,400 per semester; One day per week CHF 480 per semester; Single booking CHF 18 per hour.
- Clubs and extracurricular activities: costs vary by club; fees are charged separately – contact the school office for specific club prices.

Boarding / Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable: SIS Männedorf-Zürich operates as a private bilingual day school (kindergarten to Year 6) and does not offer boarding facilities.

Refunds and adjustments
- The registration fee is explicitly non-refundable. Tuition for students who join mid-term is charged on a prorated basis. No other refund policy details are listed with the fee schedule provided.

Fee payment options (timing and instalment structure)
- Timing options: one payment at the beginning of the semester, or six monthly instalments with a 2% surcharge. School fees are billed in advance per semester; mid-term admissions are prorated.

Notes on additional potential costs
- The published fees cover tuition only; additional costs that may apply separately include optional lunch, after-school care, clubs, and any personal items or externally supplied materials. Specific charges for school trips, special courses, uniforms (if required), textbooks, or specialist services are not listed in the fee schedule and are invoiced separately where applicable.

Academics

Curriculum

Bilingual primary education is based on the cantonal curriculum and is gradually supplemented with elements of the British curriculum as well as with SIS-developed curricula. Continuity from Kindergarten to College.

Higher Education Progression

Continuity from Kindergarten to College.

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Admissions

Make the First Step: Get in touch with SIS Maennedorf-Zfcrich via our contact form, by email, or by phone. You may visit an Open House to learn about daily life and meet school leadership; we can provide further information and discuss the next suitable step for you and your child. Consultation: A personal consultation is arranged to answer questions, introduce the school and its educational concept, and, if possible, provide a tour of the building to offer insight into classroom life; virtual, phone, or email consultations are available. Trial Days: If the consultation is positive for both sides, one or more trial days are arranged to experience everyday school life; trial days are non-binding and can be substituted with an alternative solution if needed. Registration: If you decide to proceed after the consultations and trial days, you will receive the registration form (digital or printed); complete it in full and submit to the SIS school of your choice. The school will prepare the contract and send it with information about the enrolment fee; after the contract is signed and the enrolment fee is received, your child is officially registered and a place is reserved. Come and See: Open Houses are available to visit the school. FAQ highlights: Best time to enrol: Enrolments are accepted year-round if there is space; most children enroll in the spring (February to April) so they can start the school year in August. Age to enrol: Enrolment age varies by canton and location and is typically three or four years; please enquire at the school of your choice. Language: Enrollment is possible even if a child speaks only one or neither of the two school languages (German and English). Children learn both German and English by immersion, and German/English courses may be offered outside of class or as intensive courses depending on level. Entrance exam: For compulsory education, no entrance examination is required at SIS locations. Waiting lists: If a year group is full, SIS schools maintain waiting lists. Place securing: A place is reserved as soon as the enrolment fee has been received; the fee is listed on the respective school's price list.

Waitlist

If a year group or class is already full, the SIS schools maintain waiting lists. To secure a place, enquire early, preferably in spring.

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FAQs

Where is SIS Swiss International School Männedorf-Zürich located and how easy is it to get there from the city?

The school is located at Seestrasse 57, 8708 Männedorf, near Lake Zurich and is easily reachable by public transport, making commutes from surrounding areas straightforward.

What ages and year groups does the school serve?

SIS Männedorf-Zürich is a private bilingual day school for children aged 3 to 12, covering Kindergarten through the 6th year of primary school.

How large is the school and what is the student mix?

The school enrols about 132 students from more than 30 nationalities, creating a multicultural and close-knit international community.

What is the admissions process and can we arrange a trial day or visit?

Admissions begin with a personal consultation by phone, email or in person; if positive, one or more trial days are arranged so your child can experience daily school life. Open Houses, virtual tours and consultations are available, and a registration form and contract complete enrolment once the enrolment fee is received.

What is the registration application fee and is it refundable?

The one-time registration fee is non-refundable and is CHF 600 for the first child and CHF 500 for each additional child; payment of this fee secures the child's place.

What are the billing and payment options and is there a sibling discount?

School fees are billed in advance per semester and may be paid as a single payment at the beginning of the semester or as six monthly instalments, with a 2% surcharge for the instalment option. A sibling discount of 10% of the school fees applies to the younger child(ren) when more than one child from the same family is enrolled.

What curriculum does the school follow and how is bilingual learning organised?

The bilingual primary programme is based on the cantonal Swiss curriculum and is gradually supplemented with elements of the British curriculum and SIS-developed materials, providing continuity from Kindergarten to College. Instruction is delivered in German and English across subjects to build bilingual competence in context.

How are classes staffed to support bilingual learning in primary?

In primary each class is supported by two teachers—one German-speaking and one English-speaking—so both languages are heard and used throughout the day to support language development and subject learning.

Does the school prepare children for progression to secondary school and beyond?

The programme is designed for continuity from Kindergarten through to university entrance pathways, with technology integrated across the curriculum and project-based learning to build the skills needed for later stages of education.

What facilities does the campus have for academic and creative work?

The campus includes a cafeteria (Mensa), a gym/sportraum, a workshop and music room, and a library, providing spaces for academic, creative and physical learning.

What outdoor and play facilities are available for younger children?

The school has a spacious outdoor playground with modern, versatile equipment and ample space for play, located in a family-friendly area near the lake.

Does the school offer before- and after-school care, holiday clubs and other daily supervision?

Yes — the full-day programme provides supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including morning and afternoon care, lunch, homework support, and holiday clubs to accommodate working families and varied schedules.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available for primary pupils?

After-school clubs include robotics with Ozobots, creative arts projects, sports and seasonal clubs, with holiday club options also offered; clubs are run as part of the all-day programme to extend learning beyond the classroom.

Are extracurricular clubs and activities additional costs?

Clubs and extracurricular activities are charged separately and costs vary by club, so specific prices are provided by the school office for each activity.

What larger interschool or cultural events does the school run?

The school runs intercountry activities and annual traditions such as the SIS Cup (an interschool sports event), art exhibitions, the Räbeliechtli parade, Samichlaus, Christmas celebrations, a summer festival, Fasnacht and a ski day to promote cultural exchange and community spirit.

How does the school support children who are new to German or English?

Bilingualism is not a prerequisite for entry; the immersion approach in kindergarten (50% English, 50% German) and dual-teacher model in primary allow children to acquire languages naturally, with teachers using their native languages to support learners.

How does the school support pupils' social and emotional development and wellbeing?

Personal and Social Development is one of the core areas in the kindergarten curriculum, and the school provides a nurturing, multicultural environment with routine, supervision, homework support and extracurricular engagement to support mental wellbeing and social skills.

What safeguarding and digital-safety measures are taught to younger children?

E-safety and age-appropriate digital literacy are embedded in the kindergarten curriculum, and the school promotes a safe and inclusive environment with protective practices integrated into daily learning.

Does SIS Männedorf-Zürich offer boarding facilities?

No — SIS Männedorf-Zürich is a private bilingual day school for Kindergarten to Year 6 and does not offer boarding facilities.

What is the school's history and community character?

The bilingual educational concept has been in place since 2009; the school community is described as close-knit, vibrant and multicultural, with families from more than twenty nationalities participating in school life and events.

What are the tuition fees at SIS Swiss International School Männedorf-Zürich?

Annual tuition at SIS Swiss International School Männedorf-Zürich is CHF 25,860 a year. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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