Ages 3 to 5
Early Learning Centre
Swiss and international students may enroll year-round 🌏🇨🇭
Since 1961, the International School of Berne (ISBerne) has provided an enriching international preschool experience for children aged 3 to 5 within our Early Learning Centre (ELC). At ISBerne, we offer personalised instruction within small classes to nurture a genuine love for learning and a strong sense of self in every child.
As an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School located close to Bern, Switzerland, we pride ourselves on tailoring teaching approaches to meet the unique needs of our students at every age and stage of development. Our seasoned team of professionals possesses the expertise to support your child's individual academic, social-emotional, and language requirements during this pivotal phase of growth.
Your child will benefit from a nurturing environment where we seamlessly integrate English and German into our daily classroom activities, ensuring a well-rounded language development.
Through our carefully crafted inquiry and play based curriculum, your child will acquire the essential skills necessary to thrive in Primary School and beyond.
Join us at ISBerne, and give your child the best start in life!
Explore our Programme
At ISBerne, we follow a play and inquiry based curriculum that develops the whole child. Our students benefit from bilingual language exposure and flexible schedule options.
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Students follow the renowned International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) curriculum.
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Our early childhood curriculum, experienced teachers, and unique programmes will foster your child's growth.
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We have a reputation for innovative and highly qualified teachers, world-class facilities, a diverse community, and excellent academic results.
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We welcome new students at any time during the school year and offer flexible enrollment options.
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We want you to have all the information you need to consider ISBerne for your preschool aged child.
Come visit us in Gümligen!
We strongly encourage you to visit our school in person and experience what makes ISBerne such a special place to learn. You may either register for a private consulation or join an upcoming group tour:
- Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 9:30 am
- Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 9:30 am
- Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 9:30 am
- Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 9:30 am
- Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 9:30 am
- Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 9:30 am
- Monday, May 26, 2025, at 9:30 am
Getting Started at ISBerne
Are you considering the International School of Berne for your child? We're thrilled to hear that! We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your family.
To start exploring the admissions process, please visit the admissions section of the site. You'll find everything you need to know about scheduling a personal visit or trial day, making an online inquiry, and more. Remember, your child may join ISBerne anytime during the school year if space is available.
If you have any questions or would like to speak to someone directly, please contact us. You can email us at office@isberne.ch or call us at +41 31 959 10 00. We can't wait to hear from you and show you why ISBerne is the perfect place for your child to thrive!
