Institut Montana Zugerberg

Guided by the founding principles of Individualism, Internationality, and Integration, Montana students are nurtured to become clear-thinking, compassionate global citizens who are equipped with a moral compass to lead and make a positive difference in the world.

Founded in 1926, Institut Montana Zugerberg is a prestigious co-educational international boarding school that welcomes students aged 6 to 19 (boarding from age 10). Located on the quiet, high plateau of the Zugerberg mountain near the city of Zug, the school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and is an IB World School, also offering the Swiss Matura and German Abitur.

Boarding Students

Nationalities

50000

Annual Boarding & Tuition Fees (CHF)

ACADEMICS

Montana offers a choice of internationally recognised academic pathways to cater to diverse university aspirations.

Languages: Core instruction is conducted in both English and German, supporting a strong bilingual student environment.

Programmes: Bilingual Primary School, Bilingual Secondary School, Swiss Gymnasium, Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (CLSP), Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), and the High School or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme

Personalised Attention: A low 1:4 teacher-to-student ratio (with small class sizes) ensures highly personalised learning, supported by a dedicated University Counselling Department guiding students through global university applications.

Foreign languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, Japanese, others upon request

Average class size: 10 students

SUMMERS CAMPS

Institut Montana focuses its short programs on its Summer Sessions, providing a strong academic and cultural experience.

- Summer Camp (Montana Summer Sessions): Runs for sessions of up to six weeks throughout July and August, open to students aged 9 to 15.
- Language Courses: German or English.
- Activities: Afternoons a wide variety of sports, excursions, cultural activities, and STEM workshops.

CO-CURRICULAR

Co-curricular life at Montana is designed to foster leadership, creativity, and service outside the classroom.
- Breadth of Choice: Over 50 clubs and activities are on offer, spanning creative arts, music, drama, robotics, debate, and entrepreneurial clubs.
- Leadership & Skills: The school runs a comprehensive Leadership Programme rooted in its three founding principles and offers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.
- Sports: Students participate in a wide range of sports, fielding competitive teams in football, basketball, and volleyball, alongside recreational activities like tennis, hiking, and sailing on Lake Zug.
- Global Learning: Service Learning and Expedition opportunities are integrated to ensure students develop a strong moral compass and contribute positively to their local and global communities.

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