Choosing a school is an important part of finding your feet in a new country. Beyond lessons and facilities, you want to know how your child will feel, who will support them and whether your family will find a sense of belonging.

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 8.30am to 3pm, International School Basel (ISB) invites families with children aged 3 to 18 to explore its three campuses in Aesch and Reinach. The open day gives you a taste of everyday school life, the opportunity to meet teachers and students, and to picture your child’s future at ISB.

See school life in action

There is something reassuring about seeing a school in action. During the open day, you can observe lessons in progress and join guided tours led by students, hearing directly from the young people who learn there every day.

Come with the questions that matter to your family. What does the typical daily timetable look like? How do students make friends? Where can my child explore their favourite subject or develop their passion? Conversations during your visit can help you move from comparing options to imagining school life.

You can book your preferred time to visit the school, and visit one campus or explore all three, with or without your child.

Explore an international education with local connections

ISB welcomes children aged 3-18 and offers three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, providing an educational journey from early childhood through to graduation. Its approach combines academic learning with opportunities for children to develop confidence, independence and an understanding of the world around them.

Language is an important consideration for many international families, especially those planning to stay longer in Switzerland. In junior school, parents can choose between an English-language programme (with German as an additional language) or the English-German Dual Language Programme, which will extend into middle school next year. Both follow the same IB educational framework, supporting children’s learning and wider development.

For families with older children, the visit is an opportunity to discuss how language learning in German, French and Spanish complements the school’s English curriculum to fit their child’s needs and future plans.

Look beyond the classroom

A school visit also helps you explore the opportunities outside the classroom. ISB’s campuses include spaces for science, creativity, music and sport, while clubs and activities give students different ways to develop interests and connect with others. You can explore the rich student life at ISB as you walk around its campuses.

Wellbeing is central to ISB’s approach. Alongside academic development, students receive support for their social and emotional growth, with school counsellors available to provide guidance and care. Parents can learn more about ISB’s wellbeing support and raise questions during their visit.

Find a community for your family

For parents, settling into a new place often means building friendships too. ISB’s community brings together international perspectives and connections with local Swiss life.

A parent-led welcome programme helps new families settle in, while events and trips offer opportunities to meet other parents. These connections can make the practical and personal sides of moving feel more manageable. Take the opportunity to meet other families during the open day.

Plan your visit

Whether you are relocating to Basel or exploring a change of school within the city, take this opportunity to discover ISB in person.

Join the open day on Wednesday, October 28, from 8.30am to 3pm, in Aesch and Reinach. Book your preferred visiting time and ISB will confirm the details with you directly.