Welcome to the Elementary School at ISBerne

The children are taught by a group of experienced and professional teachers, whose main aim is to provide the students with the best possible opportunities to reach their true potential in a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning. The basis of the Elementary School curriculum is the Primary Years Programme which focuses on the development of the whole child, addressing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs. At the same time, it gives children a strong foundation in all of the major areas of knowledge: mathematics, social studies, drama, language, music, visual arts, science, personal and social education and physical education.

The PYP strives to help children develop an international perspective - to become aware of and sensitive to the points of view of people in other parts of the world.

Regular assemblies enable the children to share with other grades and parents what is being learned in the classroom and to celebrate special events as well as building self esteem. The academic programme is complemented by a range of extra curricular activities that are offered after school and various field trips relating to the Units of Inquiry.

The information you will find on our website is merely a taste of the many possibilities offered at the International School of Berne. If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact me at jason.barton@isberne.ch (jason.barton@isberne.ch)

Jason Barton
Elementary Principal