Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern
Part of Cognita, Secular
Updated July 2026
Languages
English
GermanFour Forest is a private, bilingual international day school in Switzerland that provides a high-quality education for students from Preschool through Secondary school. It delivers a curriculum that integrates the Swiss cantonal requirements with the British National Curriculum, taught equally in German and English.
Curriculum
Programme tracks
National Curriculum (England)Teaching approach
Four Forest is a nurturing, bilingual community that prioritizes the happiness and growth of every child. Its educational approach is built on the values of community, integrity, and curiosity, emphasizing a family-like atmosphere where every student is known as an individual. The school promotes an outdoor learning philosophy, encouraging students to develop personal, social, and emotional skills through nature-based activities.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingual programme from Preschool (age 3) through Secondary school (Grades 7-10). The curriculum is delivered in alternating weeks of German and English, ensuring full immersion in both languages. The academic pathway includes Preschool and 1st Kindergarten, 2nd Kindergarten, Primary School (Grades 1-6), and Secondary School (Secondary 1-3), with specific language-of-instruction assignments for subjects in the secondary years.
Outcomes
The school aims to equip students with the skills to thrive in a global landscape, fostering cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, and empathy through its bilingual approach. Graduates are prepared for their next educational pathways, with a focus on developing kind, compassionate, and principled citizens.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs a dedicated Head of Student Support to oversee academic and behavioral development. It utilizes a multi-tiered support system designed to allow all learners to flourish, with small class sizes—typically 10–16 students—that enable teachers to provide individual attention and personalized learning strategies.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- How much is tuition at Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern?
- Annual tuition at Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern is CHF 13.8K–CHF 30K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern teach?
- Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern enrolls students aged 3 to 15.
- Is Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern a day or boarding school?
- Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern is a day school.
- Is Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern co-educational?
- Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern is a co-ed school.
- Where is Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern located?
- Four-Forest Bilingual International School – Luzern is an international school in Luzern, Switzerland.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026/27| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (3 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 13.8K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (4 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 14.8K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (5 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 15.8K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (6 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 17.4K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (7 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 19K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (8 half days)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 20.5K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (Full-time)Luzern Campus | 3–5 | CHF 20.5K |
| 2nd KindergartenLuzern Campus | 5–6 | CHF 21.8K |
| Grades 1 – 4Luzern Campus | 6–10 | CHF 23.1K |
| Grades 5 & 6Luzern Campus | 10–12 | CHF 24K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (3 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 14.4K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (4 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 16K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (5 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 17.5K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (6 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 19.1K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (7 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 20.7K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (8 half days)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 22.3K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (Full-time)Zug Campus (Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 22.3K |
| 2nd KindergartenZug Campus (Resident) | 5–6 | CHF 22.7K |
| Grades 1 – 4Zug Campus (Resident) | 6–10 | CHF 23.7K |
| Grades 5 & 6Zug Campus (Resident) | 10–12 | CHF 25.9K |
| Secondary School Grades 1 – 3Zug Campus (Resident) | 12–15 | CHF 27.5K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (3 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 14.4K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (4 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 16K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (5 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 17.5K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (6 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 19.1K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (7 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 20.7K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (8 half days)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 22.3K |
| Preschool & 1st Kindergarten (Full-time)Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 3–5 | CHF 22.3K |
| 2nd KindergartenZug Campus (Non-Resident) | 5–6 | CHF 24.2K |
| Grades 1 – 4Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 6–10 | CHF 25.1K |
| Grades 5 & 6Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 10–12 | CHF 27.4K |
| Secondary School Grades 1 – 3Zug Campus (Non-Resident) | 12–15 | CHF 30K |
Source:PDFFour-Forest-Terms-and-Conditions-English-June-2026.pdfPDFFour-Forest-Luzern-25-26-Calendar-ENGLISH.pdfPDFSchool-calendar-2025-2026-Zug-English.pdf
Other fees(2)
| Enrolment fee· One-time fee due upon confirmation of enrolment | CHF 2.5K |
|---|---|
| Meals· Catering service for lunch is charged separately | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 10%
- Sibling discount: 25%
Admissions
The school welcomes families throughout the year and offers tailored personal tours, including during school holidays. Prospective students are invited to attend a 'Schnuppertag' (Taster Day) to experience the school environment firsthand. Admissions are subject to availability, and the process includes an initial enquiry followed by a visit to meet the leadership team and teachers.
Calendar
The school operates on a term-based system with specific dates for the Luzern and Zug campuses. The academic year includes various school events, camps, and opportunities for student enrichment. Detailed term dates and key information are available for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 academic years.
Facilities
About the campus
The school operates two campuses: one in Luzern near the Rotsee and one in Zug-Steinhausen. Both locations feature modern classrooms with advanced learning technologies, dedicated rooms for art, music, and science, and extensive outdoor areas including a Forest School. The campuses also provide access to sports facilities, playgrounds, and recreational spaces.
Co-curriculars
Four Forest offers a wide range of after-school activities and clubs, including ball skills, robotics, drama, and extra language classes. Students can participate in art and craft sessions, individual music lessons such as piano, and a supervised homework club from Grade 1. Additionally, the school organizes sports competitions, camps, and educational excursions to local sites like museums and farms.
- James StenningExecutive Principal, Four Forest Schools and the International School Zurich North
James Stenning is the Executive Principal of the Four Forest Group of Schools and the International School Zurich North (ISZN). He has a background in economics and education, having previously served as a Deputy Principal and Head Teacher in London before moving to Switzerland in 2022.
Josephine BurnPrincipal of Four Forest LuzernJosephine Burn is the Principal of Four Forest Luzern. Originally from the UK with a background in music and education, she has extensive experience in bilingual teaching and leadership roles in Switzerland.
Mike FitzGeraldPrincipal of Four Forest ZugMike FitzGerald is the Principal of Four Forest – Zug. He has a background in languages and sports journalism, and previously taught and held leadership roles at the International School of Zug and Luzern before joining Four Forest in August 2025.
- Amy MartinHead of Secondary School and Designated Safeguarding Lead
Amy Martin is the Head of Secondary School and Designated Safeguarding Lead at the Four Forest Group of Schools. She holds a dual degree in Arts and Secondary Education and has over 15 years of experience in diverse educational settings, including teaching in Australia and Switzerland.
- Amy MinghettiHead of Curriculum
Amy Minghetti is the Head of Curriculum and Teaching and Learning at the Four Forest Group of Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Education and has experience as a digital technology specialist and teacher across multiple grades since joining Four Forest in 2021.
Lynn van SteeHead of Student Support, Four Forest Schools and the International School of Zurich NorthLynn van Stee is the Head of Student Support for the Four Forest Schools and the International School of Zurich North. She is a trained school psychologist with extensive experience in educational support and intervention in the USA and Europe.
- Bettina SeeholzerHead of First Kindergarten Zug
Bettina Seeholzer is the Head of First Kindergarten Zug. She has a background in childcare and management, and brings her knowledge of nature education to her role at the Four Forest School.