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The International School of Berne (ISBerne) is a fully accredited, International Baccalaureate® (IB) World School providing education for 275 students aged 3 to 18 in Switzerland’s capital. We are a private, day school that supports students in developing confidence, curiosity, and future-ready skills.
Learning by Age and Stage
Explore how our programmes support each stage of your child’s learning journey.
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From the Early Learning Centre to Grade 1: Dual language learning, plus a new Lehrplan 21 pathway in German.
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From Grades 1 to 5, our programme offers unique learning experiences to acquire knowledge, build skills, and develop character.
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During this time of rapid intellectual and personal change, our students strengthen their independent learning skills and pursue their interests.
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Teenagers who have completed obligatory schooling in the Swiss educational system can join ISBerne for a Bridging Year.
![Upper School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732115415/isbernech/omyhk9btvaltkr6zzlgn/Diploma1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732115415/isbernech/omyhk9btvaltkr6zzlgn/Diploma1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732115415/isbernech/omyhk9btvaltkr6zzlgn/Diploma1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732115415/isbernech/omyhk9btvaltkr6zzlgn/Diploma1.png","width":1080}])
We offer multiple academic pathways to meet the wide range of needs, talents, interests, and goals of students.
The Right School Can Make All the Difference
ISBerne offers a warm, caring environment where your child can build strong relationships, discover new passions, and develop into themselves.
What Sets ISBerne Apart
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International Baccalaureate® (IB) Programmes
We are the region's only IB World School—trusted worldwide.
![A trusted school in the Bern region since 1961]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764257650/isbernech/nvjdnhbfyodahwfzur3y/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764257650/isbernech/nvjdnhbfyodahwfzur3y/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764257650/isbernech/nvjdnhbfyodahwfzur3y/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764257650/isbernech/nvjdnhbfyodahwfzur3y/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_4.png","width":1080}]){kind=icon}
A trusted school in the Bern region since 1961
A long-standing, stable school community in a convenient Gümligen location, close to Bern.
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Learning in English with new German pathways
A multilingual learning journey for both Swiss and international families.
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Flexible pathways for different student needs
New Lehrplan 21 pathway in German, plus multiple diploma options in the Upper School.
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Future-ready skills and holistic learning
Developing curiosity, confidence, and the competencies needed for tomorrow.
![Small, caring school community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764257650/isbernech/oqrmyz3ew66kqdpgqkig/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764257650/isbernech/oqrmyz3ew66kqdpgqkig/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764257650/isbernech/oqrmyz3ew66kqdpgqkig/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764257650/isbernech/oqrmyz3ew66kqdpgqkig/ISBerne_Homepage_Icon_1.png","width":1080}]){kind=icon}
Small, caring school community
Every child is known, supported, and valued as an individual.
What our parents say
![Somni, Parent of 2 🇩🇪🇰🇷]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679576166/isbernech/tlvabith9fbqahije5bc/Sonmi.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679576166/isbernech/tlvabith9fbqahije5bc/Sonmi.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679576166/isbernech/tlvabith9fbqahije5bc/Sonmi.png","width":800}])
Each of our daughters received personalized attention from the faculty and staff, which has helped them thrive academically and socially. ISBerne has truly lived up to...
![Jackie, Parent of 3 🇬🇧]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679576166/isbernech/uwbox6yitajy66wv0dwo/JackieW.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679576166/isbernech/uwbox6yitajy66wv0dwo/JackieW.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679576166/isbernech/uwbox6yitajy66wv0dwo/JackieW.png","width":800}])
The move from the Swiss system to ISBerne was seamless for all three children. Their confidence and belief in themselves rose exponentially on...
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Active Learning Each Winter Season
'Ski and Skate Fridays' have been a special tradition at our school for more than thirty years. Over seven weeks during the Winter, students in all grades participate in skiing, snowboarding, or ice skating.