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Obersee Bilingual School
A bilingual German English school in Wollerau on the upper shore of Lake Zurich, taking children from three months to eighteen and offering both the IB Diploma and the Swiss Matura at the top end.
In brief
A bilingual German-English school in Wollerau on the upper shore of Lake Zurich, taking children from three months to eighteen and offering both the IB Diploma and the Swiss Matura at the top end. Now part of Cognita, with the international group resources that brings.
Founded 2003, joined the Cognita network in May 2021 as the second Swiss school in the group. Around 360 to 460 students depending on the year. The split offer at sixth form is unusual in this region, with both the IB Diploma and the Swiss Federal Matura genuinely available rather than one being a poor cousin to the other.
Parents describe the community as warm and family-friendly, with regular cultural events, coffee mornings, and a parent support programme aimed at new arrivals adjusting to Swiss life. Graduates go on to a wide spread of universities. The Wollerau location works well for families based on the Pfäffikon side of the lake and less well for those tied to central Zurich, though school buses run through Altendorf, Lachen, Feusisberg, and Wollerau.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery 1 (age 1) | 1 | CHF 37,590 |
| Nursery 2 (age 2) | 2 | CHF 35,240 |
| Kindergarten 1-3 (ages 3-5) | 3 | CHF 31,229 |
| Grades 1-6 (ages 6-11) | 6 | CHF 34,990 |
| Grades 7-9 (ages 12-14) | 12 | CHF 35,490 |
| Grades 10-12 (ages 15-17) | 15 | CHF 35,990 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | CHF 500 | |
| Deposit (refundable on leaving) | CHF 1,500 | |
| Registration Fee | CHF 2,500 | |
| Deposit (refundable after 1 full year) | CHF 5,000 |
Leadership
Uwe Feuersenger
Uwe Feuersenger is the CEO of Obersee Bilingual School, emphasizing a forward-thinking approach to education that integrates Swiss academic standards with international practices. He has a background in economics and has founded a software distribution company, bringing a wealth of experience in innovative education.
Academic results
- IB Diploma average 35 points
- Swiss Matura average 4.8