Why ICS?

Because Who They Become is the Real Result

At ICS, we believe school is not a race. It is a journey of becoming. Since 1960, families have chosen ICS not only for academic strength but for an education that develops character, curiosity, capability, and conscience. This is Our Kind of Education.

Voices of Our Kind of Education

Primary School

In this conversation, the Primary School Principal Lynda Miller, shares how Our Kind of Education shapes the learning experience in the early years of a child’s journey.

The Principal explores how Primary learning at ICS nurtures curiosity, creativity, and confidence while allowing children the time and space to truly be children. Through thoughtful balance between structure and exploration, students develop strong foundations for lifelong learning.

Grounded in the strategy pillars of Self and World, the conversation highlights how the school personalises learning to each child and encourages students to reflect on their choices and understand the impact of their actions.

Middle School

In this conversation, the Middle School Principal Lindy Hirt, shares how Our Kind of Education shapes the learning experience in the Middle School years.

The Principal showcases how ICS supports students during one of the most important stages of their development helping them build confidence, develop independence, and feel a strong sense of belonging in a diverse international community.

Grounded in the strategy pillars of Self, Community, and World, the conversation highlights how ICS balances academic excellence with emotional and social growth, while encouraging students to take ownership of their learning.

Senior School

In this conversation, the Senior School Principal Gabriel Di Mauro, shares how Our Kind of Education shapes the Senior School experience and prepares students for life beyond school.

The Principal highlights how personalised learning pathways help students discover their strengths, take ownership of their learning, and build confidence for future academic and personal success.

Grounded in the strategy pillars of Self, Community, and World, the Senior School experience also encourages belonging, living the values of being Humble, Resilient, and Committed, and engaging with global challenges and community impact.

Parent Perspective

Parents of ICS students share their perspectives about the school and the community.

For us, the most important thing was finding a school where our children would feel safe, happy, and supported. We wanted a positive environment where they enjoy learning and feel confident being themselves and I truly believe we’ve found that at ICS. Kindergarten 1 & Grade 1 Parent

ICS has helped our family feel part of a welcoming, international community from the very beginning. Even though we arrived halfway through the school year, we have felt warmly welcomed, well‑informed, and genuinely included. Grade 4 & 7 Parent

The only Full IB Journey in Zurich

From early years to graduation, students experience the complete International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum intentionally connected, developmentally aligned, academically rigorous.

Connected. Purposeful. Whole.

Learning builds year after year, intellectually and personally.

A Community Where Every Voice Is Valued

Diversity at ICS is not demographic. It is experiential.

50+ nationalities.
Multilingual community with 70+ languages spoken.
Global perspectives in every classroom discussion.

Students learn to listen.
To disagree respectfully.
To collaborate across cultures.

They do not just prepare for a global world.
They live in one.