The hidden advantages of Swiss schools: British expat and relocation specialist Linda Stager helps families settle into their new lives in Switzerland, and is frequently asked to find the right education options. Expat families usually make a beeline for international schools, but Stager believes the Swiss school system shouldn't be overlooked.
The hidden advantages of Swiss schools: British expat and relocation specialist Linda Stager helps families settle into their new lives in Switzerland, and is frequently asked to find the right education options. Expat families usually make a beeline for international schools, but Stager believes the Swiss school system shouldn't be overlooked.
Upon their arrival in Switzerland, most expats that I work with through my relocation company in Zug have only one question regarding education for their children: "How far is the nearest international school?" Although part of my job involves facilitating integration, I usually submit to their wishes and direct them to the nearest hub of expats.
However, part of me is left wondering why they don't even think about the local Swiss school. Considerin...