Welcome to ISZN
At ISZN our mission is to develop students who areāÆacademically curious, globally minded, passionate for discovery and who continually seek to challenge themselves.
Our Principal James Stenning is proud to welcome you to ISZN.
āI am trying to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed, to thrive and to grow in a fast changing world."
- Mr James Stenning, Principal
Vision & Values
We are a global community that embraces diversity and celebrates our core values…
KINDNESS
We are friendly and empathetic to the feelings and needs of others.
RESPECT
We choose words and actions that demonstrate respect for ourselves, others, and our wider environment.
RESILIENCE
We are resourceful, self-motivated and demonstrate perseverance when facing challenges.
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Facilities & Location
Ready for a nurturing learning environment
Our Primary and Secondary schools share a newly remodelled campus with modern amenities. Conveniently located near Wallisellen train station, the campus is easily accessible from various directions.
Our big and bright classrooms and the modern technical equipment lay the foundation for a nurturing learning environment.
EXTRA CURRICULAR & CLUBS
Ready to explore all their talents
We believe that co-curricular activities form a crucial part of the learning of our students, as they help them to find a passion, which is something that every student should be aiming for.
Getting out of their comfort zones will enable them to gain soft skills which will be useful in all areas of their lives.
OUR TEACHERS
Ready to be part of a caring, inclusive community
Our staff body is as diverse as our student community and is a sign of the true internationality of our school. All our teachers are highly qualified and undergo regular professional development to be up-to-date in regard to trends and innovation in teaching to ensure the best possible education for your child.
BEGIN AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE
We welcome students into our Nursery from the age of 3 months and accompany them through all stages of their learning until their graduation after grade 12.
3 months - 6 years
6 - 12 years
12 - 14 years
14 - 16 years
5 easy steps
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#ISZNExperience š ISZN Grades 8 & 9 in Hourtin, Bordeaux š«š·
What happens when you swap classrooms for catamarans, notebooks for windsurf boards, and routine for adventure? āØ Growth, laughter, and memories that last a lifetime.
Our students took on every wave and challenge with resilience, teamwork, and serious style. š¤šØ From paddling out under the morning sun to beachside reflections and bonding with friends, this was learning beyond the classroom at its best.
Every splash, sail, and shared smile reminded us that real learning happens when weāre out of our comfort zones and into the world. š
Hereās to courage, curiosity, and connection. Hourtināyou were unforgettable!
šø Swipe to feel the sunshine, the joy, and the spirit of ISZN in action.
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G6ā7 Camp | Day 1 in France š«š·
A true highlight so far: high hopes, high spirits, and high ropes!
Weāre so proud of our fearless Grade 6 and 7 students for embracing every challenge with courage, resilience, and teamwork šŖš²
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šøāØ The Secret Gig hit ISZN recently!
Grade 2 and 3 students took part in a brilliant live writing session led by Times Tables Rock Stars and Pobble. They were joined by thousands of students from schools across the world.
The prompt? The Secret Gig ā a surprise concert by the legendary TTRS band. Students imagined discovering a hidden show, built bold stories, and blended maths with creativity in unexpected ways.
It was energetic, imaginative, and completely original. A global moment that made writing exciting.
Huge thanks to @TTRockStars and @teampobble for making learning come alive.
#WeAreISZN #InspiringWriters #GlobalLearning #LiveLesson #CreativeClassrooms #NumeracyMeetsLiteracy #PrimaryEducation #PobblePower #RockingMaths #FutureReady #StudentCreativity #LearningWithPurpose
š Samar Kashyap (ISZN Grade 1 Student) Shortlisted in Global Maths Storytelling Competition! š
We are so proud to celebrate Samar Kashyap, a curious and creative Grade 1 student here at ISZN, whose story āThe Tally Challengeā has been shortlisted in the 2025 Young Mathematical Story Authors (YMSA) Competition! š
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Samarās story follows Tom, a student given the task of scoring a school sports camp. He rises to the challenge using clear, clever tally charts. It is a playful and thoughtful way to show how maths can be part of everyday life.
āI like all the sports in it and I tried to make tallies understandable in a fun wayā¦ I would like all maths teachers to let kids make stories out of math to make math easier and more fun!ā ā Samar, age 7
The judges praised Samarās original idea, the clarity of his diagrams, and the message that everyone can take part ā not just the athletes. We could not agree more.
Well done, Samar. You have shown us how powerful young voices can be when learning meets creativity. šš
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š Three Days of Adventure, Learning & Friendship! š
Our Primary students embraced every moment of camp lifeābuilding shelters, paddleboarding, zip-lining, exploring the forest, creating art, and sharing laughter by the campfire. From leadership to teamwork, creativity to courage, they brought the ISZN spirit to life!
š A huge thank you to our amazing staff and families who made it all possible.
šø Full recap in our bio!
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#WeAreISZN š When in Rome ā Behind the Scenes of a Show to Remember
Big voices, big laughs, and even bigger teamwork! š«
Our secondary students brought energy, creativity, and heart to the stage in When in Rome ā a musical full of catchy lyrics, clever lines, and unforgettable moments.
šø In our latest post, director Ms Kristin Jones takes you behind the scenes: how the cast grew in confidence, the joy of rehearsals, and why the arts matter so much at ISZN.
š¤ Donāt miss the full story ā head to the link in our bio.
š Huge congratulations to the entire cast and crew!
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šš§ Shining Bright in the Junior Maths Challenge!
This term, our brilliant Grade 6 and 7 students from ISZN stepped up to the challengeāliterally! Taking part in the international Junior Maths Challenge, they tackled tough problems with logic, creativity, and determination.
From holiday prep sessions to evening seminars, these young mathematicians went the extra mileāand it paid off! š„š„š„ We`re celebrating multiple Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Participation certificates.
Well done to every student who took partāand huge thanks to our dedicated Maths team for making this possible. Weāre so proud of your hard work and resilience!
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Grade 5 PYP Exhibition š
The Exhibition marks the end of our studentsā primary journey ā and the beginning of something bigger.
They explored issues that matter, connected them to their values, and shared ideas for action with clarity and confidence.
They learned to ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and reflect on what kind of impact they want to have.
More than anything, they showed that understanding leads to responsibility ā and action.
A big thank you to Mark Williams and Jennifer Schmidt, for guiding and preparing them so thoughtfully every step of the way. š
Weāre incredibly proud of the capable, compassionate young people theyāve become. š
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