Connect with other ISB families who live near you to travel to/from school together by car, tramway, bike, etc. In addition to reducing pollution, ridesharing is a great way to make social connections and expand your ISB network.
Community
A Vibrant and Engaged School Community
International School Basel welcomes parent involvement and participation. Parent support plays a vital role in creating a successful and happy school environment.
Embracing our local community sits right at the heart of our Mission. Our students, teachers and parents actively participate in the vibrant tapestry of local associations, clubs and unique individuals who make our community come alive.local community engagement
DISCOVER BASEL
Basel is an vibrant and welcoming city where international families feel at home really quickly. Visit our Welcome to Basel website with tips and tricks to help you explore the city and region like a local!
How to contribute
All ISB parents and staff are members of the ISB Community Association. Our CA welcomes new families, supports educations enrichment and maintains an active dialogue between parents and ISB staff.
The Welcome Programme is group of volunteer parents to help new families settle down smoothly in Basel. Take a look at the Welcome to Basel webpage for practical information and tips, and join the wide range of events they organise to keep our community connected.
Liaison parents on each campus guide parents to help them find the information they need from within the school community. Grade Level Parents organise a variety of social events for parents with similar aged children.
This small but dedicated group of parents supports families of children with additional needs, working alongside the school management and Learning Support team.
A team of dedicated parents, working with ISB faculty and students, responsible for bringing innovative projects and activities that enhance our children’s learning at ISB.
These two groups of volunteer parents from each campus supports the Arts (music, theatre and visual arts) and Athletics (competitive sports) programmes. They help foster spirit and pride in these group activities and generate a welcoming environment for all.
The Sustainability Team comprises parents, faculty and staff supporting the efforts of our students and school to promote and foster environmental sustainability.
"ISB is the epitome of a community, a network of resources that are accessible and available to support the development of its students and in a caring manner. The impression given is that all of the teachers and administrators have a vested interest in the development and success of each student and are willing to go above and beyond when necessary. The lessons seek to incorporate real-world application versus just theoretical application. Certainly, it excels in helping new students assimilate with minimal issues."
– Grade 8 Parent (United States) –
"ISB has been a fantastic welcoming community, with high quality teachers and learning programs, no doubt it's on the top International Schools in Europe."
– Grade 8 Parent (Argentina) –
"ISB is a welcoming community, mindful of individualities, creating a diverse environment where kids develop at their best and parents contribute as they wish to. My daughter has shift to the MYP methodology so smoothly thanks to the engagement the approach creates but also thanks to the support of the teachers. I cannot be more grateful for seeing her blossoming in class and in the Athletics program and extra curricular activities."
– Grade 8 Parent (Spain) –
"I think the teachers are wonderful and the way they look at a child is the biggest difference I could feel compared to the Swiss public school. I think every child on the planet should have the chance to grow up in such a good setting."
– Grade 7 Parent (Switzerland) –
"My son had a wonderful time at ISB, he really enjoyed the environment, the teachers, and the culture of the school. Amazing school for every single child."
– Grade 7 Parent (Switzerland) –
"Amazing community of school faculty and parents. Very warm and welcome. Make it easy for the entire family, but most importantly to the entering child."
– Grade 8 Parent (United States) –
"ISB was one of the highlights of our time in Switzerland. It opened our eyes to what a school could be and are incredibly sad to be leaving. We hope to return in the coming years. Everything from the kindness and responsiveness of the staff and teachers to the quality and thoughtfulness of my children's learning. I have and would, without reservation, recommend ISB to anyone. We are genuinely sad to be leaving."
– Grade 8 Parent (United States) –
"Our daughters' transition to the ISB was extremely smooth with the help of the host family who were welcoming and are now our close friends. The girls moved from a different curriculum and the teachers at ISB addressed their gaps whilst continuing to challenge them on a daily basis in the classroom."
– Grade 9 Parent (United Kingdom) –
"The feeling of being "taken care of" when you enter the school as a new family. I will never forget that. The environment, all the cultures, the whole community, the buildings, the Welcome Programme, Parents, teacher, student conferences, the Classroom management (especially at Aesch campus), The level in the Music lessons and PE. That it is easy to "drop by" and have a talk. And always prompt response to a concern or anything else from Director, Principals and teachers. That is Great!"
– Grade 4 Parent (Denmark) –
"The teaching staff are wonderful - very caring/supportive, individualized attention, attuned to developing the whole person, socially and intellectually. The attention they give to each child and activities that they do in the classroom is amazing! The school environment fosters wonderful friendships for the families and provides wonderful opportunities to the parents. It's really added to our experience here as a new expat family."
– EC 2 Parent (United States) –
"We have been so pleased with our time here. I think the thing that stands out to us as parents and to our children as well is the kindness and helpfulness of staff and teachers. Truly exceptional."
– Grade 6 Parent (United States) –
"ISB welcomes students well, making them comfortable and stable to help them adapt to a new school smoothly. Also the facilities and resources are wonderful and they can facilitate students’ learning."
– Grade 5 Parent (Korea) –
"ISB welcomes new students very warmly and help them transition to a new environment very smoothly. It has a lot of great events so students and their families can have wonderful memories. This could lead students enjoy their school lives very happily and also make them more confident and independent while they prepare for the various events."
– Grade 3 Parent (Korea) –
"Each teacher is creative, caring and knows about the students and gives great feedback. The ISB community among children, teachers and parents is wonderful."
– EC 3 Parent (Japan) –
"ISB has a warm and friendly atmosphere that makes expat families settle in swiftly. The teachers are well experienced and skilled. The school employs innovative ways of learning and gamified experience that is so much fun for kids. ISB also has activities happening regularly that involves both kids and parents keeping the engagement so lively. We sure recommend ISB for incoming families."
– EC 3 Parent (India) –
"Very open community to facilitate induction with great staff and well-equipped facilities. There is a complete calendar of social activities for parent networking. There is a focus on building self-autonomy of children through diverse experiences and responsibilities."
– EC 2 Parent (Spain) –
"Our children loved ISB. It was un unforgettable experience for them. The cultural diversity and the day-to-day immersion with English was undoubtedly very important to them."
– Grade 6 Parent (Switzerland) –
"The Early Years are fabulous. Waldkinder is a wonderful way to foster learning at a young age. I think the EC years are very strong. Also, ISB is very welcoming to new families arriving to the Basel area."
– EC 3 Parent (United States) –
"Students love school and don't want to leave the ISB family and that is the best award that can be ever given to the school. Combination of very warm and friendly atmosphere with strong academic program gives a very strong base for the child's future. We are very thankful to ISB for happy first 6 years at school!"
– Grade 5 Parent (Russia) –
"The school looks after the needs of each student individually and has a is a strong sense of both education and pastoral care. ISB is inclusive of all cultures and nationalities and fosters connections among parent communities. There is continuous communications of the life of the students and a detailed weekly newsletter to promote parent engagement."
– Grade 1 Parent (France) –
"ISB and the ISB Community did an incredible job welcoming and onboard our 5th grader who arrived at the beginning of the Spring semester. ISB has a very personalized approach to education and dedicated the time up front to understand our son's needs and followed up with the attention and support he needed."
– Grade 5 Parent (United Kingdom) –
"The school provides a friendly environment for new students to adjust to the curriculum. The teachers are knowledgeable and helpful. The school also encourages sports activities which helps kids in building friendship and team-spirit. The school provides overall development of the students based on their choice whether its theater, music, sports, academics etc."
– Grade 6 Parent (India) –
"ISB is a student-centred school, with a very friendly and rewarding experience for a student and the parent."
– Grade 7 Parent (India) –
"Terrific social environment for students and families with a very strong music extracurricular program."
– Grade 8 Parent (United States) –
"Supporting and caring for students with their individual needs. ISB has excellent communication between staff members and they prioritize the best for the students."
– EC 3 Parent (Ireland) –
PUBLIC Events
International School Basel hosts several events throughout the year which are open to the public. We are looking forward seeing you!