Hull's School, Zurich

The school aims to provide a broadly-based education that fosters independent thinking, self-confidence, perseverance, and tolerance. It seeks to combine the breadth of a liberal Swiss education with the high level of specialisation found in the British system, preparing students for success in a globalised world where English is the lingua franca.

The four-year programme covers the UK Fifth and Sixth Forms (Years 10 to 13), with instruction provided in English, except for modern languages. The curriculum includes a German Language and Literature programme that compares to those of Swiss Gymnasia, alongside subjects leading to IGCSE and A-level qualifications.

Approximately 80 percent of students pass their final A-level examinations well enough to achieve their goals. About one-third of graduates go on to study at universities in Switzerland, while around half pursue higher education in the UK—including at Russell Group universities—or in the EU.

The school provides both pastoral and academic support to its students. Booster (Nachhilfe) lessons in all subjects and year groups are included in the school fees, and the school offers group coaching by teachers.

Hull’s School hosts regular information evenings for prospective students and their parents, which are held at the Falkenstrasse 28a campus. The admissions process involves an enrolment fee, and the school provides specific guidance for students regarding university entry requirements for institutions in Switzerland, the UK, and other countries.

The school operates on a structured academic calendar that includes orientation, lessons, mock and internal examination weeks, and various seasonal holidays. The schedule also incorporates specific events such as hiking days, winter sports days, school balls, and subject-specific workshops or field trips.

The campus consists of three buildings located near the Zurich Opera House: the F-Building at Falkenstrasse 28a, the S-Building at Seehofstrasse 3, and the H-Building at Seehofstrasse 6. These facilities house classrooms, science and computer science laboratories, student lounges, conference rooms, and the Aldous Huxley Hall and Centre.

The school offers over 20 clubs and extracurricular activities, which are included in the school fees. These include the English Drama Club, Journalism Club, Ball Committee, Debate Club, Music Club, Art Club, and Enterprise Club. Additionally, students participate in events such as the European Youth Parliament, Model United Nations, and various sports and cultural excursions.