Long-standing tradition

Founded as a private Gymnasium in 1888, Freies Gymnasium Zürich is one of the oldest Gymnasiums in Zurich. It enjoys long-standing tradition and is a state-recognised school.

In our liberal-minded school with its deep roots in the humanistic tradition and Christian ethos we guide and support our students in their efforts to achieve success in the Swiss Matura examination and develop independence. We support them in their personal growth and in developing their ability to take on responsibility.

Pioneers in truly bilingual education

Freies Gymnasium Zürich is the pioneer of truly bilingual education. In the year 2000, it founded the Bilingual Middleschool Zurich (BMZ) together with Lakeside School (Küsnacht). This ensured that for the first time in the Canton of Zurich students could benefit from a truly bilingual education from Kindergarten right through to the Swiss Matura (Our Bilingual Way).

Open-mindedness, trust, respect and tolerance

We take our students seriously. We take the time to listen to their concerns. The class teacher plays a central role in fostering open and honest communication, and the special subject teachers and School Management also strive to offer advice and assistance. The learning environment that we cultivate is characterised by open-mindedness, trust, respect and tolerance. Bullying and exclusion are not tolerated at Freies Gymnasium Zürich.

Individuality and community

At Freies Gymnasium Zürich, we consider the individual support and encouragement of each student to be of great importance. We attach equal importance to developing a strong sense of community that works for the benefit of all. Students, teachers, as well as parents and School Management all have a vital role to play in creating a close school community.

Freies Gymnasium Zürich regards good cooperation with parents to be key. Teachers and parents work closely together and complement each other in their efforts to accompany students on their education journey. It is only by working together that the high expectations of students and parents can be met and the demanding targets that are set can be achieved.

Community life is considered to be of great importance at Freies Gymnasium Zürich. A wide range of activities, both within and outside school, help to nurture school spirit. The school year is marked by various important landmarks, ranging from the opening ceremony at the beginning of the school term, to project weeks and field trips, art excursions, as well as sports and ski camps.

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