International School of Schaffhausen

International School of Schaffhausen The International School of Schaffhausen offers high quality international education starting from primary through to secondary and Diploma level.

ISSH is an IB world school, authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme, in addition to the High School Diploma, accredited by MSA-CESS We are an authorized IB World School for the Primary Programme, the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma Programme. We offer a boarding programme for students aged 16-18, as part of our Junior College. ISSH was founded in 1999 with the

vision to give young people more than a traditional education. The IB programmes combine newest approaches to learning and teaching with an international perspective on curriculum content. A personal approach, international standards, small classes and a modern infrastructure in a historic school building – this is what makes ISSH unique. Not only do we develop our students’ intellect, we also cater for their social, emotional and personal development. Our highly qualified and experienced staff will keep your child motivated, curious and eager to learn according to our school motto:
"Each mind has its own method"

More than just a field trip, a mountain of growth. Last week, our Grade 3 and 4 students went on an unforgettable reside...
04/06/2026

More than just a field trip, a mountain of growth.

Last week, our Grade 3 and 4 students went on an unforgettable residential trip to Camp Suisse in the stunning Swiss Alps.

True to our IB PYP philosophy, the mountains became a living classroom. Facing challenges such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and high ropes, our students embraced being risk-takers. They stepped out of their comfort zones, relied on each other, and discovered just how much they could achieve by working together.

It was the shared moments that truly made the trip magical. From the strategy of the scavenger hunts to the laughter around the campfire and the high energy of the camp disco, the boundaries between grades completely melted away.

They returned to ISSH with tired legs, but feeling much taller and filled with newfound independence, deeper friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. 🌲🎒❤️

ISSH Summer Camp 2026: Eine Woche voller Abenteuer, Bewegung und Kreativität! Im ISSH Summer Camp erleben Kinder ein abw...
02/06/2026

ISSH Summer Camp 2026: Eine Woche voller Abenteuer, Bewegung und Kreativität!

Im ISSH Summer Camp erleben Kinder ein abwechslungsreiches Programm in einer internationalen und herzlichen Atmosphäre. Neben spannenden Ausflügen und sportlichen Höhepunkten steht täglich eine spielerische Englisch-Einheit auf dem Programm.

Unser Ziel? Unvergessliche Ferientage, an denen Kinder neue Freundschaften knüpfen, Selbstvertrauen gewinnen und Erinnerungen fürs Leben sammeln.

Alle wichtigen Informationen auf einen Blick:

Datum: 6. - 10. Juli 2026
Campzeiten: 9 bis 16 Uhr
Extrabetreuung: 8 bis 9 Uhr und 16 bis 17 Uhr zusätzlich buchbar
Alter: 5 bis ca. 13 Jahre (Einteilung in altersgerechte Gruppen)
Sprache: Englisch mit deutschsprachiger Betreuung in jeder Gruppe

Die Plätze sind heiss begehrt und limitiert! Sichere deinem Kind jetzt den perfekten Ferienspass. Anmeldung über den Link in unserer Bio!

29/05/2026

You've just survived the IB exams, so it's finally time to throw the hats!

Expect high energy, pure release and a whole lot of flying hats! We're still riding the wave of excitement from last Friday's graduation ceremony.

Turn up the volume and relive the best moments of the big day for the Class of 2026, from the nervous giggles backstage to the legendary final tassel flip!

Which moment was your favourite? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

Behind every graduate is a community of endless love. On Friday 22nd May, it felt like the first official day of summer,...
28/05/2026

Behind every graduate is a community of endless love.

On Friday 22nd May, it felt like the first official day of summer, as 15 exceptional graduates celebrated with 200 proud family members, friends and ISSH staff. It was a day filled with pure joy, from the nervous giggles and selfies in the dressing room, to the heartwarming moment when our boarding staff finally met the parents in person.

The ceremony was filled with deep gratitude and nostalgia. Our new Student Ambassadors called the graduates to the stage under a wall of roaring applause, followed by a beautifully personal farewell address from our Head of School, who will always cherish them as "her lovely grade 6." We also welcomed back alumnus Max (Class of 2016) to share inspiring words on resilience, before the Grade 12 homeroom teacher took us on a final, fond trip down memory lane.

Then came the final tassel flip and hat throw! 🎓🎉

To our 15 graduates: As you embark on your next adventure, take curiosity, compassion, and courage with you. Go change the world! We are so incredibly proud of you! ❤️

Caps, gowns, and tassel flips: The Class of 2026 has officially graduated! We are still riding the emotional high of wat...
26/05/2026

Caps, gowns, and tassel flips: The Class of 2026 has officially graduated!

We are still riding the emotional high of watching our 15 exceptional graduates take to the stage in front of a proud audience of 200 family members, friends and ISSH staff.

The energy was incredible, from the nervous giggles in the dressing room to the inspiring words of our speakers. Our Head of School was prepared for just how emotional this milestone would be, lightheartedly passing out packs of tissues to the audience before the speeches began!
It was a day filled with laughter, nostalgic tears and the final triumphant tossing of the hats.

📸 The full story is on the way! We are currently gathering the complete collection of photos from the day. Stay tuned for more photos and videos coming to our feed very soon!

To our 15 graduates: Go and change the world, we are so incredibly proud of you!

The boarding house family says a heartfelt goodbye to our DP2 boarders.The final weeks of May before graduation hold a u...
21/05/2026

The boarding house family says a heartfelt goodbye to our DP2 boarders.

The final weeks of May before graduation hold a unique magic. It’s a time for 'last things', such as the final exams, late-night laughter, shared hallway meals and even swimming in the River Rhine.

On Monday, our ISSH boarding staff and students gathered to say a heartwarming goodbye to our graduating DP2 boarders. The setting, surrounded by fresh air and nature, was perfect for pausing to celebrate the incredible journey these students have shared. The afternoon captured the essence of our boarding community perfectly: light-hearted laughter, meaningful connections and a deep sense of family.

With graduation just around the corner, this picnic provided everyone with a wonderful opportunity to slow down and enjoy spending time together during their final week. Gifts were exchanged, stories were shared and more beautiful memories were made.

To our soon-to-be graduates: The boarding house will not be the same without your energy, smiles, and unique spirits. Thank you for making this house a home. We wish you all the best as you embark on your next big adventure! 🎓✨

Hosting Excellence: ISSH welcomed the SGIS Track & Field Competition!Reflecting on an incredible sporting milestone. On ...
21/05/2026

Hosting Excellence: ISSH welcomed the SGIS Track & Field Competition!

Reflecting on an incredible sporting milestone. On April 30th, Schaffhausen became the hub of international school sports as we proudly hosted the prestigious SGIS Category A & B Track & Field Competition for the first time.

When the usual host, Ecolint, needed someone to step up due to facility renovations, our Head of Activities seized the opportunity. To provide the considerable manpower required for an event of this scale, ISSH joined forces with ISZN as co-hosts, proving that collaboration wins both on and off the field.

We were thrilled to welcome athletes from eight top international schools:
ISZL, TASIS, IST, ISB, ZIS, IS Bern, ISZN and, of course, our very own ISSH.

Congratulations to the ZIS team for their overall victory 🥇 after a day of spectacular performances across all disciplines!

It was a great day for our athletes, too! Special mention goes to our exceptional grade 10 student Katja, who dominated the throwing events. She took first place in the shot put event with an impressive throw of 8.92 metres 🥇 and secured second place in the discus event with an impressive distance of 18.50 metres 🥈. What an outstanding personal achievement!

An event of this magnitude always requires a huge community effort. We would like to thank our Head of Activities for her vision, leadership and organisation in bringing this elite event to Schaffhausen, as well as our Parents' Association, teachers and students for volunteering, providing support and encouragement, and contributing the crucial manpower that ensured the day ran smoothly.

Hosting this event created incredible athletic memories and strengthened our connections within the Swiss Group of International Schools network.

Thank you to everyone who ran, jumped, threw, volunteered and helped to make this debut such a resounding success!

13/05/2026

Finale in der Wort-Fabrik!

Aller guten Dinge sind drei! Zum Abschluss unserer kleinen Serie zeigen wir euch heute noch einmal ein besonderes Highlight unserer jungen Ingenieurinnen und Ingenieure aus den Klassen 3 und 4.

Es ist beeindruckend zu sehen, wie viel Mut und Neugier in jedem einzelnen Modell stecken. Jedes Team hat eine ganz eigene Lösung gefunden, um die Welt der Grammatik greifbar zu machen.

Das Fazit unserer Schüler lautet: Grammatik macht Spass, besonders dann, wenn man sie selbst bauen kann!

Vielen Dank, dass ihr unsere „Mission Wortsortiermaschine“ begleitet habt. Wir sind beeindruckt, wie viel Herzblut in diesen Maschinen steckt. Welches Wort beschreibt diesen Erfindergeist am besten? Verratet es uns unten! 👇

12/05/2026

„Wort-Check” bestanden! Die Maschinen laufen ...

Nach dem Tüfteln folgt nun die Praxis! Wie versprochen nehmen wir euch heute mit in die Testphase unserer Wortsortiermaschinen.

Im Video seht ihr, wie unsere jungen Sprachexperten ihre Konstruktionen präsentieren und die Wörter durch das System laufen lassen. Es ist faszinierend zu beobachten, mit welcher Präzision und Logik die Kinder ihre grammatikalischen Entscheidungen begründen.

„Learning by Doing“ in Bestform: Die Kinder lassen die Wörter physisch durch die Maschinen wandern und festigen so ihr Wissen über Nomen, Verben und Co. auf ganz neue Weise. Stolz, Teamgeist und jede Menge Spass inklusive!

Der Testlauf geht weiter: Morgen präsentieren wir euch das nächste Highlight!

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Wenn Innovation auf Grammatik trifft: Die Wortsortiermaschine Wer sagt, dass deutsche Grammatik keine technische Herausf...
11/05/2026

Wenn Innovation auf Grammatik trifft: Die Wortsortiermaschine

Wer sagt, dass deutsche Grammatik keine technische Herausforderung sein kann?

Unsere Dritt- und Viertklässler haben ihren Deutschunterricht auf ein ganz neues Level gehoben. Inspiriert von einer Abbildung im Schweizer Lehrmittel „Die Sprachstarken” sind sie einen Schritt weitergegangen. Anstatt die Wortsortiermaschine nur auf dem Papier zu betrachten, haben sie sie zum Leben erweckt!

Genau hier zeigt sich der typische IB-PYP-Spirit: Aus einer Idee im Schulbuch wird ein reales, anfassbares Projekt. Unsere Schüler wurden zu Erfindern, die ihre eigenen Maschinen geplant, entwickelt und gebaut haben.

Warum wir diesen Lernansatz so schätzen:

- Vom Buch ins echte Leben: Die Transformation einer Buchillustration in ein funktionierendes Modell fördert das Abstraktionsvermögen und die Problemlösungskompetenz.

- Eigenverantwortung und Design: Die Schüler haben das Projekt von der ersten Skizze bis zur finalen Konstruktion komplett selbst gesteuert.

- Fächerübergreifende Kompetenzen: Dieses Projekt verbindet Sprachforschung nahtlos mit Technik, kreativem Denken und Teamarbeit.

Es war inspirierend zu sehen, wie die Neugier der Kinder eine einfache Buchseite in ein Labor voller Ideen verwandelt hat!

Seid gespannt: Morgen zeigen wir euch hier die Maschinen in Aktion! 🙌

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Schaffhausen
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Montag 08:00 - 18:00
Dienstag 08:00 - 18:00
Mittwoch 08:00 - 18:00
Donnerstag 08:00 - 18:00
Freitag 08:00 - 18:00

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