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...
✨ Smiles, creativity, movement, and connection ✨
Our first Global Be Well Day at Four Forest brought the whole school together in a celebration of community and well-being. From yoga to art, music, sport, and mindful eating — it was a day to recharge and connect. 💚
A big thank you to our amazing parents and teachers for making the day truly special! 🙌
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#FourForestLuzernNews Coffee morning at Four Forest Luzern ☕
Josephine Burn, our Principal, welcomed our relocation partners, local businesses and schools experts to a Coffee Morning at our Luzern campus this morning.
It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the important role that these members of our community play in ensuring smooth transitions for new families and helping them feel at home in Luzern 🌿
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#FourForestLuzernNews Coffee Morning an der Four Forest Luzern ☕
Unsere Schulleiterin Josephine Burn begrüßte heute Morgen unsere Relocation-Partner, lokale Unternehmen und Schulexperten zu einem Coffee Morning auf unserem Luzerner Campus.
Es war eine wunderbare Gelegenheit, die wichtige Rolle dieser Mitglieder unserer Gemeinschaft zu würdigen, die neuen Familien einen reibungslosen Start ermöglichen und ihnen helfen, sich in Luzern zu Hause zu fühlen 🌿
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Building Friendships Across Our Cognita Family 🤝✨
Recently, the ISZN 2nd Kindergarten class visited Four Forest Zug. It was a wonderful chance for the children from both schools to learn, play, and share smiles 😊 together. Each class prepared a small gift 🎁 for their new friends, making the day even more special.
These moments show the power of connection and community across our Cognita schools. 💙
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Freundschaften in unserer Cognita-Familie 🤝✨
Kürzlich besuchte die 2. Kindergartenklasse der ISZN die Four Forest Schule in Zug. Für die Kinder beider Schulen war es eine schöne Gelegenheit, gemeinsam zu lernen, zu spielen und viele Lächeln 😊 zu teilen. Jede Klasse bereitete ein kleines Geschenk 🎁 für ihre neuen Freunde vor – ein besonderer Moment.
Solche Begegnungen zeigen die Kraft von Verbindung und Gemeinschaft in unseren Cognita-Schulen. 💙
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#FourForestNews Students at Four Forest Luzern recently took part in Young Interpreters training, preparing to support new classmates as they settle into school life.
The programme helps children build confidence in guiding others, bridging languages, and showing kindness in action 👩🏫
It is inspiring to see our students step forward as leaders and role models, creating a community where every child feels welcome.
👉 Read more in our bio / at www.four-forestschool.ch/school-news/
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Die Schülerinnen und Schüler der Four Forest Luzern haben kürzlich am Young Interpreters Training teilgenommen.
Dabei lernen sie, neue Mitschülerinnen und Mitschüler beim Ankommen zu unterstützen, Sicherheit im Umgang mit Sprachen zu gewinnen und durch kleine Gesten der Freundlichkeit Gemeinschaft zu schaffen 👩🏫✨
Es ist schön zu sehen, wie unsere Schülerinnen und Schüler Verantwortung übernehmen und Vorbilder für andere werden.
👉 Mehr dazu in unserer Bio / auf www.four-forestschool.ch/de/neuigkeiten/
#WeAreCognita #WeAreFourForest #FourForestLuzern #FourForestSchools #StudentLeadership #Community #Inclusion #Kindness #Education #BilingualLearning #Luzern #English #German #Schools #LearningTogether
#FourForestZugNews 🌟 Sports Day 2025: Fun, Energy & Community
From Kindergarten to Grade 6, our students lit up Herti Stadium with teamwork, laughter, and school spirit. 🌞✨ Limbo, relays, long jump, pétanque—every moment was a highlight!
Big thanks to Mr Zac Verlaque-Napper, our teachers, and Principal Mike FitzGerald for making it unforgettable. 🎉
📖 Full story: four-forestschool.ch/blog (link in bio)
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#FourForestZugNews 👩🍳🥖 Last week, 20 of our Pre-School to Grade 5 students had the wonderful opportunity to visit Confiserie Speck in Zug. Guided by Peter Speck himself, the children toured the bakery, learned how Zopf bread is made, and even created their very own loaves.
Afterwards, they enjoyed delicious homemade pizzas before proudly collecting their warm, golden Zopf straight from the oven.
A heartfelt thank you goes to our Parents Club, led by Catharina Keller and Daniel Kolliver, for organising such a memorable and enriching experience for our students. 💛
#WeAreCognita #Community #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #StudentLife #GlobalEducation #SchoolCommunity #HandsOnLearning #InspiringEducation #WeAreFourForest #Zug #ZugFamilies
#FourForestInsights 🌍💬 Welcoming Every Voice: The Young Interpreters Scheme at Four Forest ✨
We are excited to launch the Young Interpreters Scheme at Four Forest! 🙌
This award-winning programme trains pupils to support new classmates who are learning English as an additional language.
💡 By celebrating languages and encouraging leadership, our Young Interpreters help every child feel welcome from the very first day. 💛
👉 Read more in our bio or visit four-forestschool.ch/blog ✨
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#YoungInterpretersScheme #WelcomingEveryVoice #BilingualEducation #InternationalSchool #Inclusion #GlobalCitizenship #Zug #Luzern #SwitzerlandSchools #EducationForAll #Community
#FourForestInsights Long-Term Benefits of Bilingual Education 🌍✨
Bilingual education is a lifelong advantage. In our latest blog, James Stenning, Executive Principal of Four Forest Schools, shares how learning in two languages builds problem-solving skills, nurtures cultural awareness, and supports children as they grow into adaptable and confident learners.
👉 Have a look at our latest blog in our bio or go to: https://www.four-forestschool.ch/blog/
What do you think is the greatest advantage of growing up bilingual? 🌱💬
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#FourForestInsights Langfristige Vorteile der bilingualen Bildung 🌍✨
Bilinguale Bildung ist ein lebenslanger Vorteil. In unserem neuesten Blog teilt James Stenning, Executive Principal der Four Forest Schools, wie das Lernen in zwei Sprachen die Problemlösungsfähigkeiten stärkt, das kulturelle Bewusstsein erweitert und Kinder dabei unterstützt, selbstbewusste und anpassungsfähige Persönlichkeiten zu werden.
👉 Schauen Sie sich unseren neuesten Blog in unserer Bio an oder gehen Sie zu: https://www.four-forestschool.ch/blog/
Was denken Sie – was ist der größte Vorteil, zweisprachig aufzuwachsen? 🌱💬
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