At the Swedish International School of Geneva, the world is our classroom. Rooted in Swedish pedagogy, our outdoor learning sessions turn abstract concepts into concrete experiences, from forest math lessons to bushcraft. Explore how we use the "Red Thread" to connect nature with the curriculum, building confident, independent learners under the open sky.

Supporting Big Feelings: A Glimpse into Our Recent Coffee Morning

At the Swedish International School of Geneva, we believe in the power of slowing down to connect on what truly matters in early childhood. During our recent Coffee Morning, we explored the complex world of children’s emotions and how adults can provide the essential support they need. From birth to age six, a child’s brain undergoes rapid development, moving from sensory exploration to the emergence of complex social and emotional skills. Because the logical part of a young brain is still maturing, children often experience "big reactions" that they cannot manage alone. We discussed the vital role of co-regulation, where calm, consistent adults help children find their balance and build a sense of security. By offering children the language for their emotions and acknowledging their feelings, we help them build lifelong emotional awareness. Whether at home or at school, a shared, supportive approach ensures that every child feels understood as they navigate their growing world.

See how our primary school students turned into culinary superstars! Explore the unique blend of the Swedish Curriculum and local Geneva culture in our latest holiday camp at Swedish International School of Geneva.

Discover how Upper Primary students at Swedish International School of Geneva foster a vibrant social community through inter-generational storytelling. By selecting books and "kamishibaïs" from the Meyrin library for our preschool groups, students develop empathy, responsibility, and oral expression. Learn how this initiative connects to the Swedish curriculum, ensuring care, development, and learning form a unified whole for every child.

Last Friday, the SISOG preschool turned the Spring Equinox and our annual Earth Day celebration into a journey of discovery. Inspired by the Swedish "Sopsamlarmonster" (Waste Collection Monsters), our students set out to care for the local rugby pitch.

In Sweden, these friendly characters help children understand the importance of sustainability through imagination and storytelling. By bringing this tradition to Geneva, we continue to nurture the "Swedishness" that defines our school. Our young learners took the initiative to gather recycled materials for our resident monster, ensuring he had a full stomach before his contents were carefully sorted into the school bins.

A vital part of our “Red Thread” philosophy is our Adaptation Plan. Throughout the school year, we provide dedicated bridge experiences where students spend time in the next class level up. These trial mornings and visits are designed to help students feel secure, confident, and excited about their future at SISOG.

Who says you need a screen to learn how to code?

Our 3P and 4P students recently visited the “Code Set” exhibition at CAIRN / Villa du Jardin, where they turned colors into code and cardboard into complex circuits.

This is computational thinking in action!

Are you curious about what happens inside our classrooms? At the Swedish International School of Geneva (SISOG), we believe the best way to understand our unique approach is to experience it firsthand.

We invite prospective families to step inside for our 2026 Coffee Morning Series. It’s a chance to meet our leadership, chat with our specialist teachers, and connect with other parents in a relaxed, informal setting.

There are some days when our school community truly shines, and the annual Fête de l’Escalade is always one of them. It's a joyful, hands-on way for us to connect with the traditions of Geneva, the vibrant city that is home to SISOG.

This year, the celebration perfectly showcased our core values of Community and Empathy. Every student and staff member played a part, creating a tapestry of shared learning from our youngest classes, all the way up to our Upper Primary students (5P-8P).

At SISOG, we believe that our school is a social and cultural meeting place. This morning, that belief came to life in the most beautiful way as our entire community gathered in the darkness of the early morning to celebrate the Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia.

Feeling safe, seen, and respected in the classroom at school is essential for learning. At SISOG, this is at the heart of how we create a calm and focused learning environment. With clear structure, engaged teachers, and a shared approach to teaching, we build spaces where every student has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

Choosing a school is a significant decision. At SISOG, we strive to make this choice meaningful, reassuring, and inspiring for every family.

Our integrated structure allows children to remain in the same school unit from their earliest preschool years through Upper Primary. This continuity provides a vital sense of security: familiar faces, predictable routines, and an environment that grows with your child.

At a recent open house presenting our Primary School programme for new and current families, we collected feedback from our community. The findings provided a resounding endorsement of our core values.

This year’s farm stay in Switzerland and nature trip to France gave our students unforgettable hands-on experiences, from milking cows and making butter to exploring ecosystems and building teamwork.

As part of the Middle Primary years at SISOG, the students (3-4P) dive into the charming Swedish book series, "My Happy Life," exploring its pages in the three languages of our school: Swedish, French, and English!