Welcome to Four Forest
Four Forest is a reputable private day school offering a high-quality bilingual education in the heart of Switzerland. Following the curricula of the cantons of Lucerne and Zug, and incorporating the British National Curriculum for the English language, teaching is delivered equally in German and English.
From day one, your child is immersed in a uniquely bilingual education, with one week taught entirely in German and the following week in English, creating a richness and wealth of opportunity in their school life and beyond.
Our Vision and Values
Our nurturing, bilingual community celebrates every child’s individuality and equips them with the skills to thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.
Join us for a Personal Tour
We warmly welcome families throughout the year, offering tailored personal tours on a day that suits you, including school holidays.
Facilities & Location
Located in the heart of Switzerland
With campuses in Lucerne and Zug, Four Forest provides education from Pre-School (from age 3) and Kindergarten through Primary and Lower Secondary school.
Our school in Lucerne can be found in a beautiful location on the world-famous Rotsee in the city of Lucerne, whilst our campus in Zug is centrally located between Zug, Steinhausen, Cham and Hünenberg and offers wonderful views of the central Swiss Alps.
EXTRA CURRICULAR & CLUBS
Activities beyond the classroom
Children have the opportunity to visit our after school club where supervised play and various activities are offered every day from 3.15pm until 6.00pm. Supervision in the after school club is flexible and parents can enrol their child on a daily basis.
A wide range of extra-curricular activities are available within the framework of the after school club, including ball skills, Robotics, extra language classes and drama (activities may vary depending on the school campus). Children can further develop their artistic talent in the art and craft sessions. In addition, individual music lessons are offered (including piano) and from Grade 1, children may join our Homework Club after school on specified days.
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
Ready to be part of a caring, inclusive community
The well-being of every child lies at the heart of our philosophy. As you prepare to make this important decision about your child’s education, we offer our advice and support to ensure the most appropriate pathway for your child’s learning journey.
Children may join our school community at any time during the school year. Entry is subject to availability. If you are interested in visiting our school, please contact our admissions team to make an appointment.
See us in action on...
#ParentsWorkshop We’re counting down to Our Words, Our Worlds: Supporting Bilingualism at Home 💬✨
Join us on 19.11.2025 for a welcoming, practical workshop designed for our parent community.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌
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Wir zählen die Tage bis zu Our Words, Our Worlds: Supporting Bilingualism at Home 💬✨
Am 19.11.2025 laden wir unsere Eltern herzlich zu einem praktischen und offenen Workshop ein.
Wir freuen uns sehr auf euch! 🙌
#WeAreFourForest #WeAreCognita #FourForestLuzern #BilingualEducation #ParentCommunity #LuzernFamilies #BilingualKids #LanguageLearning #SchoolCommunity
#FFZugCoffeeMorning Coffee, Connection, and Community ☕
We had a wonderful morning welcoming local business and relocation partners to #FourForestZug. Our Principal, Michael FitzGerald, shared what makes our school special, and our guests enjoyed a student-led tour to see learning in action.
It’s always inspiring to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen our community together. 🌿
Thank you to everyone who joined us! 🙌
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#FFZugCoffeeMorning Kaffee, Austausch und Gemeinschaft ☕
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Vormittag und freuten uns, lokale Unternehmen und Relocation-Partner bei #FourForestZug willkommen zu heißen.
Unser Schulleiter Michael FitzGerald teilte, was unsere Schule besonders macht, und unsere Gäste genossen eine von Schüler:innen geführte Tour, um das Lernen in Aktion zu erleben.
Es ist immer inspirierend, sich zu vernetzen, Ideen auszutauschen und unsere Gemeinschaft zu stärken. 🌿
Vielen Dank an alle, die dabei waren! 🙌
#FourForestZug #WeAreFourForest #WeAreCognita #CommunityMatters #BuildingConnections #Zug #ZugLife
#FFLuzernSpotlight 🧦 Odd Socks Day at Four Forest Luzern!
We started Anti-Bullying Week with a splash of colour and a simple message – Be a friend, not a bully. 💛 Because kindness really is our superpower. Together, we can make our world a safer, more inclusive place for everyone.
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Bei Four Forest Luzern haben wir die Anti-Mobbing-Woche mit bunten Socken und einer klaren Botschaft gestartet – Sei ein Freund, kein Mobber. 💛 Denn Freundlichkeit ist unsere Superkraft. Gemeinsam machen wir unsere Welt zu einem sichereren und offeneren Ort für alle.
#WeAreFourForest #WeAreCognita #FourForestLuzern #OddSocksDay #AntiBullyingWeek #BeAFriendNotABully #KindnessIsOurSuperpower #BeKind #StopBullying #Inclusion #Diversity #SchoolCommunity
#FourForestExcitingNews ✨ Our new school minibus has arrived! ✨
We’re excited to introduce the newest member of our Four Forest family – our brand-new school minibus! 🚐💚
Designed with our students in mind, the new bus proudly carries the Four Forest logo and spirit wherever it goes. It represents connection between our campuses, shared experiences, and the sense of community that makes our school so special.
Keep an eye out – you might spot the Four Forest bus around town soon! 🌿
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✨ Unser neuer Schulbus ist da! ✨
Wir freuen uns, das neueste Mitglied der Four Forest Familie vorzustellen – unseren brandneuen Schulbus! 🚐💚
Der neue Bus wurde mit unseren Schülern im Mittelpunkt gestaltet und trägt stolz das Four Forest Logo und unseren Schulgeist überall hin. Er steht für die Verbindung zwischen unseren Standorten, gemeinsame Erlebnisse und das Gemeinschaftsgefühl, das unsere Schule so besonders macht.
Haltet die Augen offen – vielleicht seht ihr den Four Forest Bus schon bald in der Stadt! 🌿
#WeAreFourForest #FourForest #WeAreCognita #FourForestSchools #Zug #Luzern #ExcitingNews #CommunitySpirit #StudentLife #SchoolLife
🎃👻 #FourForestZugHalloween | A Frightfully Fun Bake Sale!
What a day! From creepy cupcakes and spooky cookies to witches, wizards, and tiny vampires – our Halloween Bake Sale had it all! 🕸️🧁
The hall was filled with laughter, sugar, and a little bit of spooky magic as students from Preschool to Secondary enjoyed a day of treats and costumes. 🍬🦇
A huge thank you to all our families and teachers who baked, decorated, and joined in the fun – you made this Halloween one to remember! 🖤🎃
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Was für ein Tag! Von gruseligen Cupcakes und schaurigen Keksen bis zu Hexen, Zauberern und kleinen Vampiren – unser Halloween Bake Sale hatte einfach alles! 🕸️🧁
Der Tag war voller Lachen, Süßigkeiten und ein bisschen Spuk-Magie, während unsere Schülerinnen und Schüler von der Vorschule bis zur Sekundarstufe gefeiert haben. 🍬🦇
Ein großes Dankeschön an alle Familien und Lehrkräfte, die gebacken, dekoriert und mitgemacht haben – ihr habt dieses Halloween unvergesslich gemacht! 🖤🎃
#FourForestZug #WeAreFourForest #FourForestSchools #WeAreCognita #HalloweenBakeSale #SpookySeason #HalloweenFun #CreativeKids #SweetTreats #SchoolCommunity #ZugEvents #LearningThroughFun #StudentLife #HalloweenCelebration #CreativeLearning
#FourForestZugNews | Räbeliechtli at Four Forest Zug 🕯️✨
Our children at Four Forest Zug took part in the beautiful Swiss tradition of Räbeliechtli – a celebration of light during the darker months.
With care and creativity, they made their own colourful lanterns and carried them through the school, spreading a warm glow along the way.
It’s a small but special moment that reminds us how light, joy, and togetherness make the season brighter.
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🕯️✨ Räbeliechtli an der Four Forest Zug
Die Kinder der Four Forest Zug nahmen an der schönen Schweizer Tradition Räbeliechtli teil – einem Fest des Lichts in der dunkleren Jahreszeit.
Mit viel Kreativität und Freude bastelten sie ihre eigenen Laternen und trugen sie durch die Schule, um Licht und Wärme zu teilen.
Ein besonderer Moment, der zeigt, wie Gemeinschaft und kleine Gesten den Tag heller machen.
#WeAreFourForest #WeAreCognita #FourForestZug #FourForestZugNews #FourForestSchools #Räbeliechtli #SwissTradition #Community #BilingualEducation #LearningThroughExperience #Switzerland
#FourForestZugNews Annual Book Fair 📚✨
The annual Four Forest Zug Book Fair brought lots of excitement, colour, and curiosity to campus.
Each class visited the fair at their scheduled time, exploring a wonderful selection of books in both English and German.
It’s one of those traditions that everyone looks forward to — a chance for students to discover new stories, make their own reading choices, and experience the joy that comes with finding the right book.
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Four Forest Zug Buchmesse 📚✨
Die jährliche Buchmesse an der Four Forest Zug brachte viel Begeisterung, Farbe und Neugier in die Schule.
Jede Klasse besuchte die Messe zu einer festgelegten Zeit und konnte eine grossartige Auswahl an Büchern auf Englisch und Deutsch entdecken.
Diese Tradition ist jedes Jahr ein Highlight – eine Gelegenheit für die Kinder, neue Geschichten zu entdecken und die Freude am Lesen zu erleben.
#WeAreFourForest #WeAreCognita #FourForestZug #FourForestZugNews #FourForestSchools #ReadingCulture #BilingualEducation #LearningThroughExperience #Switzerland #CognitaSchools #PrimarySchool
#FourForestLuzernNews — Dental Hygienist Visit 🪥🦷
This week, our children at Four Forest Luzern enjoyed a special visit from a dental hygienist.
They learned all about how to take care of their teeth and why brushing twice a day makes such a difference.
The best part? Putting their new knowledge into practice — and showing how well they can brush! ✨
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Zahnhygienikerin zu Besuch bei Four Forest Luzern 🪥🦷
Diese Woche hatten die Kinder von Four Forest Luzern besonderen Besuch von einer Zahnhygienikerin.
Sie erfuhren, wie wichtig gute Zahnpflege ist und warum man zweimal täglich die Zähne putzen sollte.
Am meisten Spass machte das Üben – und zu zeigen, wie gut sie das schon können! 😊
#WeAreCognita #WeAreFourForest #FourForestLuzern #FourForestLuzernNews #FourForestSchools #HealthyHabits #Wellbeing #LearningThroughPlay #BilingualEducation #Switzerland #CognitaSchools #EarlyYears #PrimarySchool
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