Admission
anytime
upon consultation
Duration
1-6
years
School fees
23'520.00
per year
Looking for a bilingual primary school in Rheinfelden (near Basel)? The ipso! International School combines German and English with an internationally recognized educational concept and the curriculum of the Canton of Aargau – ideal for local families and expats who value quality education and future opportunities.
PY1 to PY6 (Grades 1 to 6): For children aged 6 to 12 who enjoy a holistic, bilingual education in an international environment.
Our bilingual primary school in Rheinfelden (near Basel) offers children a full-day education in German and English. From Grade 5 onwards, French is added, while Swiss German is playfully used in everyday school life. The foundation of our teaching is the internationally recognized International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), perfectly aligned with the curriculum of the Canton of Aargau.
In core subjects such as German, Mathematics, and French, we consistently follow the cantonal guidelines and use the corresponding teaching materials. This ensures high educational quality as well as maximum flexibility for school transitions.
As a bilingual primary school, we combine local roots with an international perspective. Thanks to close alignment with the public school system, a transfer within the Canton of Aargau is always straightforward. At the same time, our students benefit from a globally oriented learning environment, which has already enabled successful transfers to international schools worldwide.
Multilingualism, cultural openness, individual support, and a family-like full-day care setting create ideal conditions for the next educational steps. Our international teaching team helps children develop their strengths and prepares them optimally for the demands of a connected world.
Schulzeiten
Monday
08.00 – 16.00 Uhr
Tueday
08.00 – 16.00 Uhr
Wednesday
08.00 – 16.00 Uhr
Thursday
08.00 – 16.00 Uhr
Friday
08.00 – 12.00 Uhr
12.00 – 16.00 Uhr care
Early Drop-Off
On request, we can care for your child daily from 07.30. This option can be used flexibly – occasionally, on selected days, or for the full school year.
After School Care
After classes, children can attend our After School Care, with a focus on free play and relaxed afternoon activities.
After School Clubs
In addition or as an alternative to care, we offer a variety of After School Clubs. These are led by internal and external specialists and focus on different areas such as choir, drama, coding, or STEM.
It is possible to attend a club from 16.00 to 17.00 followed by the After School Care program.
There is also the option to participate in “After School Activities” until 18.00. These include homework supervision, music, sports, chess, or TechLabs. Depending on demand, these activities can take place inside or outside the school (e.g., at a local music school).
Important notes
For more information or a customized offer, please contact us.
Exams and performance (Check Tests)
Our students can voluntarily take the cantonal Check Tests in Grades 3 and 5, provided they have sufficient German skills. These standardized tests provide an objective assessment and a direct comparison with the public-school systems in the Cantons of Aargau, Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, and Solothurn.
Recognized graduation and transfer
Completion of Grade 6 (PY6) is officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Canton of Aargau. The transfer to the appropriate school level (Bezirksschule, Sekundarschule, or Realschule) is based on individual recommendations, analogous to the public system. Many students successfully move to public schools, while others continue their education in our bilingual Secondary School I.
Flexible and international transitions
Thanks to close alignment with the cantonal curriculum and the use of identical teaching materials in core subjects, transfer to the public system is always possible. Students also benefit from international perspectives and have successfully transferred to schools worldwide, including Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Children can enjoy a freshly prepared, balanced lunch daily from the catering company Zaraz in Rheinfelden, which has been awarded the Fourchette Verte certificate multiple times. Individual dietary needs are taken into account where possible. Orders are placed by parents via the Kibuca-App; the cost for lunch is CHF 11.50 per day. On the Zaraz website the weekly menu can be viewed.
Alternatively, children can bring their own meals, either to heat in the microwave (if independent) or as a cold meal; healthy snacks are also welcome, especially for full-day care.
Tuition
Fees include school instruction and all learning materials as well as small day trips. Camps, multi-day excursions, After School Activities, and external exam fees are billed separately.
Tuition per school year CHF 23'520.00
One-time additional fees:
Enrollment fee: CHF 600.00
Installment options
Payment terms
Family discount
Families receive a 10% discount on the lower invoice for the second enrolled child.
During school holidays, when no regular classes take place, ipso! International School offers exciting holiday camps. Children enjoy diverse days filled with games, fun, and creative activities – a program highly valued by working parents.
Activities include nature excursions, movement games, creative workshops, baking and cooking, small experiments, water games, sports, dance, yoga, and treasure hunts. Children also explore the nearby forest and parks along the Rhine. Depending on age, visits to the zoo, exhibitions, or museums are included, ensuring new adventures every week.
Public holidays and exact holiday dates can be found in the Holiday Calendar of the ipso! International School.
Entry PY1 – PY6 (Grades 1 to 6)
Admission usually takes place in August and February. Entry is possible at any time, subject to agreement with the school management.
Before starting, we prioritize a personal meeting to discuss which educational and care options best suit your child. We also assess whether our bilingual approach matches your child’s needs and if a place is available.
A trial visit of up to one week is possible, depending on age, so your child can get to know the school, teachers, and classmates gradually.
Language requirements
Basic German skills are recommended, especially in higher grades.
The school is for children aged 6 to 12 years (Grades 1–6, PY1–PY6).
Classes are taught in German and English, with French from Grade 5 onwards. Care options include Early Drop-Off, After School Care, clubs such as choir, drama, or coding, and activities until 18:00, including homework supervision, music, sports, and TechLabs.
The school enables easy transfer to the public school system of the Canton of Aargau while offering international perspectives. Multilingualism, individual support, and an international teaching team strengthen academic performance, social skills, and long-term educational opportunities.
