{"id":924,"date":"2024-12-17T11:25:10","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T10:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/?page_id=924"},"modified":"2026-04-10T16:41:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T14:41:43","slug":"sis-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/sis-group\/","title":{"rendered":"SIS Group"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":1,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-924","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"composer":[{"acf_fc_layout":"testo_e_immagine_laterale","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"tight","struttura_blocco":"orizzontale","colonne_blocco":"","titolo_grande":"si","elementi_blocco":"only_text","background":"","text_align":"center","id_row":"","classe_row":"","posizione_immagine":"","pre_intestazione":"Our history","intestazione":"From Pioneers to Experts in Bilingual and International Education","testo_laterale":"Founded in <strong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"830\">1999<\/strong> in Switzerland, SIS expanded to <strong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"874\">Germany<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"889\">Brazil<\/strong>, and now <strong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"908\">Italy<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"912\" \/>Over the years, we have evolved from pioneers into <strong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"986\">established experts<\/strong> in bilingual education\u2014building a consistent, high-quality approach that we continue to scale as the group grows.","bottone":null,"colore_testo":"","sfondo_testo":"","immagine_in_background":null},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"all","background":"","height":24},{"acf_fc_layout":"timeline","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"boxed","background":"","id_row":"","classe_row":"","periods":[{"periodo":"1999","titolo":"The foundations for SIS bilingual education in Switzerland are laid","testo":"The first bilingual lesson is held at Minerva Volksschule Basel primary school. This school will become SIS Basel in the future. The idea of a bilingual school with immersive teaching is born."},{"periodo":"2004 - 2006","titolo":"Expansion in Switzerland","testo":"The foundations are laid for the future schools of SIS Zurich-Wollishofen, SIS Winterthur and SIS Zurich."},{"periodo":"2008","titolo":"The first steps are being taken in Germany","testo":"The \u2018SIS Swiss International School\u2019 brand is established and the first SIS school in the country opens its doors in Stuttgart."},{"periodo":"2009 + 2010","titolo":"Years of growth in Germany and Switzerland","testo":"In 2010, the SIS M\u00e4nnedorf-Z\u00fcrich and SIS Sch\u00f6nenwerd campuses opened in Switzerland. In Germany, the SIS Regensburg, SIS Ingolstadt and SIS Friedrichshafen campuses welcomed their first students."},{"periodo":"2011","titolo":"Expansion into Brazil and first diplomas in Switzerland","testo":"SIS Brasilia opens its doors, while at SIS Z\u00fcrich the first Year 13 students graduate with a bilingual Matura diploma. Some students also obtain the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma."},{"periodo":"2014","titolo":"ESB Rio de Janeiro joins the SIS network","testo":"Retaining its identity but taking the name Escola Su\u00ed\u00e7o-Brasileira Rio de Janeiro by SIS Swiss International School. In Germany, it appears to be the headquarters of SIS Kassel."},{"periodo":"2016","titolo":"Strong network of SIS schools","testo":"The first edition of our annual sports event, the SIS Cup, is held at the SIS Basel campus.\r\nThe SIS Pf\u00e4ffikon-Schwyz campus opens in Switzerland.\r\nIn Germany, SIS acquires Internationale Schule Villa Amalienhof, which changes its name to SIS Berlin."},{"periodo":"2020","titolo":"Remote learning","testo":"Thanks to our solid network of schools and the continuous optimisation of procedures through the use of technology, SIS is quickly adapting to the distance learning model made necessary by the Covid-19 pandemic.\r\nIn Germany, the SIS Frankfurt campus opens its doors and welcomes its first students."},{"periodo":"2022","titolo":"Expansion in Italy and new headquarters in Brazil","testo":"Escola Nova in Rio de Janeiro joins the SIS Group and continues its activities under the name Escola Nova by SIS Swiss International School.\r\nFoundation of SIS Swiss International Schools Italia as a joint venture between Kalaidos Swiss Education Group and Happy Child SRL."},{"periodo":"2023","titolo":"Commitment to Climate Neutrality by 2029","testo":"After analysing emissions, our business units in Switzerland, Germany and Brazil developed strategies to reduce CO2 emissions, with the goal of fully offsetting residual emissions by 2029. In addition, we introduced sustainability best practices in SIS schools by launching student-led projects at each of our locations."},{"periodo":"2024","titolo":"Opening of two more schools","testo":"The first SIS school in Italy welcomes children to SIS Milano-Basiglio. In Switzerland, SIS Basel-Allschwil opens its doors.\r\n\r\nChange in corporate structure. As of 1 January 2025, the SIS Swiss International Schools Group will leave the Kalaidos Swiss Education Group and be integrated directly into the Klett Group, within its business unit for kindergartens and schools."}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"desktop_dev","background":"","height":120},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"mobile_dev","background":"","height":56},{"acf_fc_layout":"testo_e_immagine_laterale","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"tight","struttura_blocco":"orizzontale","colonne_blocco":"","titolo_grande":"si","elementi_blocco":"only_text","background":"","text_align":"center","id_row":"","classe_row":"","posizione_immagine":"","pre_intestazione":"SIS Educational Concept","intestazione":"What Connects Us","testo_laterale":"Our students and their <strong>learning needs<\/strong> are at the centre of everything we do.\r\n\r\nTo make this a daily reality across all campuses, we follow an<strong> eight-pillar framework<\/strong> that integrates pedagogy, didactics, values, community, and continuous improvement.","bottone":null,"colore_testo":"","sfondo_testo":"","immagine_in_background":null},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"all","background":"","height":24},{"acf_fc_layout":"icons_inks","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"boxed","colonne":"double","background":"","id_row":"","classe_row":"","titolo":"SIS Educational Concept","icons_set":[{"icon_image":885,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Bilingual experience","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":897,"popup_text":"English and German play equal roles in school communication \u2013 in the classroom and in all parts of day-to-day school life. As a result, children learn to express themselves naturally and confidently in both languages. Language is acquired through the immersion method, which invites children to dive headfirst into the new language. Students use the second language to engage with the world in a playful and completely natural way.\r\n\r\nSIS faculty members are all native speakers of their language. They not only use their mother tongue for teaching in the classroom, but also in the school yard, at lunch, and during events and excursions.\r\n\r\nAt SIS Swiss International School, children can learn both English and Italian through immersion \u2013 even if they are not native speakers of either language.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":891,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"International Education \u2013 Local Insight","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":890,"popup_text":"Our desire is for SIS students to grow up as citizens of the world, strongly aware of their origins. High school students receive preparation aimed at obtaining their diploma. At the same time, they have the opportunity to complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), which leads to a globally recognised university admission qualification.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":892,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Independent and Value-Centred Approach","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":889,"popup_text":"The teaching philosophy at SIS Swiss International School is not ideological but instead founded on clearly defined core values. We strive to embody the values we seek to impart to our students: honesty, appreciation, personal responsibility and commitment. Our aim is to support students in establishing their own cultural, linguistic and social identity so that they may:\r\n\r\n- develop into committed individuals with a strong sense of personal responsibility for their actions\r\n- relate to other people, languages and cultures with openness, willingness and respect\r\n- think and act as global citizens and members of their local community\r\n\r\nThese qualities are at the heart of our interactions with the children and young adults entrusted to our care.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":893,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Continuity from Kindergarten to College","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":884,"popup_text":"SIS Swiss International School offers a single unified learning concept \u2013 from preschool, primary and secondary school through to college level. Because we cater to all education levels, we can facilitate a seamless transition from one stage to the next. The offer of school levels may vary by location.\r\n\r\nThroughout the academic year, a range of events and activities bring together children from various classes and levels, creating a genuine sense of community where students of all ages have the opportunity to learn from one another.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":894,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Strong Network","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":506,"popup_text":"Our school offers a structured and stimulating programme that includes classroom lessons according to a weekly timetable, lunch, hours dedicated to completing homework under adult supervision, and the opportunity to Our schools are part of the SIS Swiss International Schools Group, which has been a pioneer in bilingual education since 1999. At present, about 5.000 students attend SIS schools at one of our 20 locations in Switzerland, Germany, Brazil and Italy. The SIS Swiss International School network ensures consistently high quality standards, as structures and processes at our facilities are evaluated, developed and enhanced on an ongoing basis.\r\n\r\nPlus, our international organisation provides teachers and students with a platform to exchange experiences and insights across borders. Moreover, SIS colleges are accredited IB World Schools \u2013 making them members of a world-renowned international educational organisation.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":895,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Learning Enhanced by Technology","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":898,"popup_text":"At SIS, technology is used in a targeted manner across all subjects, underpinned by a pedagogical concept for learning and teaching. From kindergarten onwards, students explore the areas of digital technology, programming and media as well as communication and e-safety. We use up-to-date, dedicated software to support the learning process of our students.\r\n\r\nThe bilingual SIS IT Curriculum is the foundation of digital learning in our kindergarten and primary school. Specific, levelled goals provide a pathway of progression for students. As they move up through the school, they are introduced to Microsoft Office 365 as a communication and learning platform allowing both in-class and online learning.\r\n\r\nVarious forms of technology can be found in all our classrooms and are used in an integrated way that enhances learning.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":896,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Performance through Diversity","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":505,"popup_text":"The varied, stimulating environment of SIS Swiss International School supports students in achieving academic excellence while allowing them to take enjoyment and pride in what they learn. Our international student body combined with teachers hailing from diverse backgrounds result in a diversified range of teaching and learning methods applied to the learning process.\r\n\r\nEach school\u2019s curriculum is based on the relevant cantonal curriculum and supplemented by international elements. In addition, we use our own SIS curricula and materials in key subject areas in order to effectively impart relevant information while fostering bilingualism.\r\n\r\nIt is our goal to foster learning as an integral part of life, and to give young people the opportunity to become independent, reflective learners. Students at SIS are encouraged to achieve their full potential and exceed their own expectations.\r\n\r\nMoreover, we maintain close contact with parents and regularly discuss their children\u2019s progress and learning style.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}},{"icon_image":888,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Day School Community","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":925,"popup_text":"Our day school offers a structured and challenging programme of consistent bilingual classroom instruction with fixed hours, lunch, supervised homework hours and additional supervised periods and activities.\r\n\r\nFor our students, school is a place to learn and thrive \u2013 an environment that is stable and nurturing while presenting them with appropriate challenges. By eating, playing and learning together, they learn to share with others, develop assertiveness, and take pride in their achievements.","popup_link":{"title":"Discover the educational approach","url":"#","target":""}}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"all","background":"","height":40},{"acf_fc_layout":"bottoni","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"boxed","background":"","classe_row":"","singolo_bottone":[{"link_bottone":{"title":"Discover our Educational Concept","url":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/educational-concept\/","target":""},"classe_button":"secondary center","icona":883,"posizione_icona":"right"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"desktop_dev","background":"","height":200},{"acf_fc_layout":"testo_e_immagine_background","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"section","text_align":"left","id_row":"","classe_row":"BKG-Blu-10 row_overtop gray-row small","pre_intestazione":"Sustainability","intestazione":"Together, We Empower Change for Sustainable Living","testo_laterale":"As an educational institution, we are aware of our responsibility regarding sustainability. The impact of SIS Swiss International School extends beyond operations and includes, in particular, what and how we teach in schools, which ultimately influences future generations.\r\n\r\nFor this reason, the national companies of the SIS Group approach sustainability strategically from two directions. Firstly, they monitor their CO2 emissions and work continuously to reduce them, with the long-term goal of achieving net zero. Secondly, as part of our educational philosophy, we promote a sustainability-oriented attitude that takes into account social, environmental, cultural and economic factors.","bottone":null,"colore_testo":"","colore_overlay":"","immagine_in_background":900},{"acf_fc_layout":"icons_inks","visibility":"all","layout_blocco":"section","colonne":"single","background":"rgb(249,250,252)","id_row":"","classe_row":"","titolo":"Sustainability","icons_set":[{"icon_image":929,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Towards Net Zero 2050","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":927,"popup_text":"In 2023, our companies in Germany, Brazil and Switzerland each developed individual strategies to reduce CO2 emissions, based on previous emissions surveys. Our strategic principle is to strive for environmental sustainability in everything we do. We will reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in line with the targets set by the European Union.\r\n\r\nOur reduction strategies are tailored to the respective local conditions and needs of the individual countries. Each national company has defined specific measures to reduce its CO2 footprint, especially in the areas of meals, personnel transport and heating.\r\n\r\nIn order to make progress transparent, our companies record their CO2 footprint annually and review the effectiveness of the measures they have implemented. Our first key milestone on the way to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 is to reduce them by at least 25 % relative to business performance by 2029. ","popup_link":null},{"icon_image":928,"icon_color":"","icon_link":{"title":"Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)","url":"#","target":""},"popup_image":926,"popup_text":"We believe giving students the lead at the school level is key, as the future belongs to them. To that end, each SIS school has created a student sustainability team guided by a lead sustainability teacher. We use an action-learning approach that involves identifying the current situation, exploring alternatives, acting and reflecting on the change. SIS has designated country ambassadors who have written guidelines and provided a sustainability framework for students to work within. They support the schools with resources and arrange sustainability sharing days.\r\n\r\nExciting projects are underway and we are looking forward to seeing the difference we can make to building a more sustainable future.","popup_link":null}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"spacer","visibility":"desktop_dev","background":"rgb(249,250,252)","height":200}]},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/924","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=924"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/924\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1462,"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/924\/revisions\/1462"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.swissinternationalschool.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=924"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}