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4worldlovers: The Upper School is a global community where over 500 students from over 55 nations, speaking 45 different languages, can feel at home.

We encourage our students to stretch themselves academically, while also stressing the importance of good character, care for others and leadership. We as a community have risen to the challenges of the time and shown great creativity and flexibility as we challenge our students to be resilient, open-minded and compassionate global citizens.

You are unique, with your own strengths, interests, and sense of purpose. That’s why we work with you to chart your own learning journey so you can make the most of the wide variety of academic and co-curricular options available at ZIS.

At ZIS, we allow you the freedom to choose your learning path. Our rigorous curriculum is respected by the world’s top universities, but the details are up to you. You can choose International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, or one of our ZIS-developed courses. We give you the opportunity to choose how to make yourself shine brightest.

We develop our Grade 9 and 10 courses to align with international benchmarks. In Grades 11 and 12 you can choose from:

We also make sure that each student gets the unique support they need. That might be:

Each student is provided a laptop to support their learning experience.

"Families looking for academic rigor and choice, with a good dose of healthy competition, will enjoy their time at this school."

We serve hot food, available for purchase in the cafeteria, or your child can bring a packed lunch.

The classroom isn’t the only place that learning happens. Our distinctive co-curricular program means you can test out new interests, or practice your passions. There is a lot to choose from with more than 60 activities spanning academics, service learning, STEM, performing arts and athletics.

All of our activities work alongside what you learn in the classroom and prepare you to be a courageous leader by helping you build skills to meet real-world challenges.

Our Upper School has all the things you need to delve into your subjects, apply your skills, and participate in your co-curricular pursuits.

Whether creating in our Design Lab and studios, getting physical in our athletic facilities, performing in our theater or eating our prepared food in the cafeteria with your friends – we pride ourselves on setting the scene for you to become whoever you want to be.

Easy access with public transport or our shuttle from Thalwil train station.

What about life after ZIS? 98% of ZIS graduates go on to attend university in Switzerland or internationally. Our University and Career Counselors work to guide you and your parents through the application process.

And if university isn’t your next step, our counselors will work with you to find options that best fit your abilities, interests and ambitions. ZIS will help you get ahead no matter what you decide.