Welcome to ISZN
At ISZN our mission is to develop students who are academically curious, globally minded, passionate for discovery and who continually seek to challenge themselves.
Our Principal James Stenning is proud to welcome you to ISZN.
“I 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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#StepUpDay 🌟A day of movement, teamwork, challenge — and growth.
Students stepped outside their comfort zones through team activities, outdoor adventures, and guided reflection. They built confidence, showed resilience, and supported one another every step of the way.
🧗♀️ Highlights:
✔️ Team-building through action
✔️ Outdoor challenges that inspired courage
✔️ Time to reflect and celebrate growth
✔️ Laughter, movement, and connection
💬 One teacher shared: “It was powerful to see students encouraging each other and discovering how capable they really are.”
👏 Huge thanks to all students, staff, and facilitators who made it unforgettable!
📸 See more from the day in the bio!
#WeAreISZN #WeAreCognita #FutureReady #InternationalEducation #StudentWellbeing #GrowthMindset #Resilience #LeadershipInAction #Confidence #LearningThroughExperience #ISZNLife
#ISZNExperience 🌊 ISZN Grades 8 & 9 in Hourtin, Bordeaux 🇫🇷
What happens when you swap classrooms for catamarans, notebooks for windsurf boards, and routine for adventure? ✨ Growth, laughter, and memories that last a lifetime.
Our students took on every wave and challenge with resilience, teamwork, and serious style. 🚤💨 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 we’re out of our comfort zones and into the world. 🌍
Here’s to courage, curiosity, and connection. Hourtin—you were unforgettable!
📸 Swipe to feel the sunshine, the joy, and the spirit of ISZN in action.
#WeAreISZN #HourtinTrip2025 #ISZN #Experience #LearningInMotion #StudentAdventures #BordeauxBound #BeyondTheClassroom #MiddleSchoolMagic #CuriousMinds #GlobalLearners #WindsurfAndWonder #Courage #Confidence #Connection #SailingThroughSchool #France
G6–7 Camp | Day 1 in France 🇫🇷
A true highlight so far: high hopes, high spirits, and high ropes!
We’re so proud of our fearless Grade 6 and 7 students for embracing every challenge with courage, resilience, and teamwork 💪🌲
#ISZN #WeAreISZN #ThisISZN #WeAreCognita #CognitaWay #G6G7Camp #CampLife #OutdoorLearning #StudentAdventure #ChallengeAccepted #BuildingConfidence #MiddleSchoolMoments #GlobalCitizens #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #InspiringYoungMinds #TeamSpirit #GrowthMindset
🎸✨ 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 – 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
🎉 Samar Kashyap (ISZN Grade 1 Student) Shortlisted in Global Maths Storytelling Competition! 🎉
We are so proud to celebrate Samar Kashyap, a curious and creative Grade 1 student here at ISZN, whose story “The Tally Challenge” has been shortlisted in the 2025 Young Mathematical Story Authors (YMSA) Competition! 🏅📖📊
Samar’s 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.
“I like all the sports in it and I tried to make tallies understandable in a fun way… I would like all maths teachers to let kids make stories out of math to make math easier and more fun!” – Samar, age 7
The judges praised Samar’s original idea, the clarity of his diagrams, and the message that everyone can take part — 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. 👏🌟
#WeAreISZN #YoungAuthor #MathsThroughStories #StudentAchievement #LearningThroughPlay #CreativeLearning #GlobalLearners #MathsEducation #CelebratingStudents #StudentVoice #EarlyYearsMatter #InspiringYoungMinds #PrimaryEducation #InnovativeTeaching #EducationThatMatters #LoveOfLearning #FutureThinkers #StorytellingInEducation #EveryChildCan #InquiryBasedLearning
🌟 Three Days of Adventure, Learning & Friendship! 🌟
Our Primary students embraced every moment of camp life—building 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!
💚 A huge thank you to our amazing staff and families who made it all possible.
📸 Full recap in our bio!
#WeAreISZN #ThisIsISZN #WeAreCognita #InternationalSchoolZurichNorth #ISZN #PrimaryCamp #OutdoorLearning #PYPinAction #StudentLife #ZurichLife #AdventureAwaits
#WeAreISZN 🎭 When in Rome — Behind the Scenes of a Show to Remember
Big voices, big laughs, and even bigger teamwork! 💫
Our secondary students brought energy, creativity, and heart to the stage in When in Rome — a musical full of catchy lyrics, clever lines, and unforgettable moments.
📸 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.
🎤 Don’t miss the full story — head to the link in our bio.
👏 Huge congratulations to the entire cast and crew!
#SchoolMusical #StudentTalent #BehindTheScenes #CreativityMatters #YoungPerformers #ConfidenceGoals #StageStars #PerformingArtsLife #EducationThroughArts #ISZN #WeAreCognita #WhenInRome
📐🧠 Shining Bright in the Junior Maths Challenge!
This term, our brilliant Grade 6 and 7 students from ISZN stepped up to the challenge—literally! 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 mile—and it paid off! 🥇🥈🥉 We`re celebrating multiple Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Participation certificates.
Well done to every student who took part—and huge thanks to our dedicated Maths team for making this possible. We’re so proud of your hard work and resilience!
#ISZN #WeAreISZN #MathsChallenge #FutureThinkers #ProblemSolvers #InspiringExcellence #StudentSuccess #InternationalSchoolZurichNorth #WeAreCognita #Education
ISZN School News
Discover what makes our school community vibrant and unique. From student achievements and learning highlights to sports victories, performing arts showcases, and school accreditations—explore how we bring our values to life.
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11/06/2025
Our first-ever Step Up Day was a huge success—filled with excitement, creativity, and connection—as our Grade 5 students got a hands-on glimpse into life in Grade 6....
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07/06/2025
This year’s Sports Day focused on teamwork and community, as students from Grades 4-11 took to the track and fields to earn points for their houses. Healthy...
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31/05/2025
This week, our Primary students spent three unforgettable days at Pfadiheim Oberfald in the Kloten-Oberwald forest. Now in its second year at this peaceful Scout Lodge, the...
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11/06/2025
Our first-ever Step Up Day was a huge success—filled with excitement, creativity, and connection—as our Grade 5 students got a hands-on glimpse into life in Grade 6....
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07/06/2025
This year’s Sports Day focused on teamwork and community, as students from Grades 4-11 took to the track and fields to earn points for their houses. Healthy...
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31/05/2025
This week, our Primary students spent three unforgettable days at Pfadiheim Oberfald in the Kloten-Oberwald forest. Now in its second year at this peaceful Scout Lodge, the...
