We’re thrilled to announce our expansion — a reflection of our vibrant and growing community.
As we begin this exciting new chapter, we’re looking for passionate and talented teachers who want to make a difference in students’ lives.
Welcome to The International School of Lugano, where we passionately embrace a holistic and student-centered approach to education. Here, collaboration, mutual respect, and a love for learning thrive.
Our school is characterized by open communication, supportive relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We create a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, ensuring that every member feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
As part of the Group of International Schools Suisse (GIS), we share a commitment to fostering excellence and developing well-rounded, lifelong learners.
By adhering to rigorous standards and innovative educational practices, we cultivate a supportive and enriching environment where students can thrive intellectually, socially, and emotionally
Welcome to The International School of Lugano, where we passionately embrace a holistic and student-centered approach to education. Here, collaboration, mutual respect, and a love for learning thrive.
Our school is characterized by open communication, supportive relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We create a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, ensuring that every member feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
As part of the Group of International Schools Suisse (GIS), we share a commitment to fostering excellence and developing well-rounded, lifelong learners.
By adhering to rigorous standards and innovative educational practices, we cultivate a supportive and enriching environment where students can thrive intellectually, socially, and emotionally
We value responsibility, honesty, and integrity. Our sense of empathy and respect leads to mutual understanding and cooperation. We care for our environment and have compassion for the needs and feelings of others. Our students experience and develop attitudes, beliefs, and values that will stay with them throughout their lives.
As a community of continuously learning students, we have the passion and self-motivation for research. We ask questions, we look for multiple perspectives, and we look for answers to understand the world around us. We develop our learning style by reflecting on our personal strengths and attitudes, in order to become self-regulated individuals. The love of learning is realized throughout life.
We are international by nature. We value our sense of belonging and action in a multicultural society, respecting and celebrating diversity. As such, we understand how decisions and actions impact others, both from a local and global perspective, and we have the skills to take responsibility.
We strive for both personal and academic excellence, challenging ourselves to excel in our studies and individual achievements. We believe that education is a catalyst for intellectual and personal growth and we strive to develop the necessary understandings, knowledge, skills and attitudes to fulfill our own potential.
In an interconnected world, rich in cultural and linguistic diversity, we understand the need to develop our skills to express ourselves in various ways. Through digital literacy, the arts, and the “100 Languages Philosophy”*, we become active listeners and confident communicators when interacting with others.
* “The 100 languages of children” is Loris Malaguzzi’s metaphor (founder and developer of the Reggio Emilia approach) for children’s learning potential.
We value responsibility, honesty, and integrity. Our sense of empathy and respect leads to mutual understanding and cooperation. We care for our environment and have compassion for the needs and feelings of others. Our students experience and develop attitudes, beliefs, and values that will stay with them throughout their lives.
As a community of continuously learning students, we have the passion and self-motivation for research. We ask questions, we explore multiple perspectives, and we seek for answers to understand the world around us. We develop our learning style by reflecting on our personal strengths and attitudes, to become self-regulated individuals. The love of learning is realized throughout life.
In an interconnected world, rich in cultural and linguistic diversity, we understand the need to develop our skills to express ourselves in various ways. Through digital literacy, the arts, and the “100 Languages Philosophy”*, we become active listeners and confident communicators when interacting with others.
* “The 100 languages of children” is Loris Malaguzzi’s metaphor (founder and developer of the Reggio Emilia approach) for children’s learning potential.
We strive for both personal and academic excellence, challenging ourselves to excel in our studies and individual achievements. We believe that education is a catalyst for intellectual and personal growth and we strive to develop the necessary understandings, knowledge, skills and attitudes to fulfill our own potential.
We are international by nature. We value our sense of belonging and action in a multicultural society, respecting and celebrating diversity. As such, we understand how decisions and actions impact others, both from a local and global perspective, and we have the skills to take responsibility.
GIS The International School of Lugano offers a comprehensive bilingual education to children from preschool through secondary school, welcoming both international and local families who seek a high-quality, modern international education in English and Italian.
GIS Lugano adheres to the established GIS educational approach based on the IB curriculum merged with a strong emphasis on Swiss culture and the educational standards of the Canton of Ticino.
We offer a multilingual learning environment that fosters curiosity and a love for learning.
Through the creative use of technology and inquiry-based learning experiences, we aim to help young students grow into responsible learners. We encourage them to reach their full potential and contribute to an ever-evolving world.
Join us in our commitment to nurturing and inspiring the leaders of tomorrow.
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At GIS The International School of Lugano we believe that education is not just about academic achievement—it’s about shaping well-rounded individuals who understand the world and their place within it. We are a community that values both global perspectives and local connections, fostering an environment where students feel a deep sense of belonging.
Here, global aspirations meet local values. We are proud to nurture individuals who are ready to make a difference—locally and globally.
We are dedicated to cultivating students’ potential and training young people ready for success.
Experience a dynamic educational environment where innovation meets tradition, preparing you to excel in a rapidly changing world.
Contact us today and let’s build a brighter future together.
BE HERE
BE BILINGUAL
BE UNIQUE
BE BRIGHT
BELONG
BE BETTER
17th October 2026
9:30 – 11:30
If these dates don’t suit you, feel free to contact us to arrange a personalized visit at a time that works best for you. We’d be delighted to accommodate you!
Our school is easily accessible by public transport:
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Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
The candidacy phase is typically a two-year development process during which schools are supported by an IB consultant and work closely with the IB Organization to meet all authorization requirements. During this period, schools progressively implement IB programmes while developing and strengthening IB standards and practices.
