Your consulting process, thoughtfully designed around your family
From the first conversation to implementation and ongoing guidance, we support international and Swiss families with a calm, tailored, and highly professional approach. Every step is built around your child, your priorities, and the realities of life in Switzerland.
What families can expect from working with us
Our role is not simply to recommend schools. We help families understand how educational choices connect with the wider picture: relocation, family structure, language environment, academic goals, timing, admissions strategy, and everyday practicalities.
That means our consulting process combines educational insight with structure and realistic planning. We listen first, analyse carefully, and then guide families through each stage with recommendations that are objective, practical, and aligned with their actual priorities.
Rather than overwhelming families with fragmented information, we create a clear framework for decision-making. The process is designed to reduce uncertainty, bring transparency to complex choices, and support confident action at every stage.
How our advisory process works in practice
From Dubai to Switzerland: a full family relocation with educational strategy at its centre
In 2025, a family of five relocated from Dubai to Switzerland following the father’s appointment to a new corporate role. With three children aged 4, 10 and 15, the family required carefully matched school placements that reflected each child’s age, academic background, language profile and long-term aspirations, while also needing structured support for childcare, extracurricular planning and the practical realities of settling into a new country.
What we supported
Our work began with a detailed family assessment covering prior schooling, curriculum background, language skills and each child’s likely educational pathway in Switzerland. This allowed us to build a strategy that combined immediate placement needs with a coherent longer-term plan rather than treating each decision in isolation.
Based on this assessment, we pre-selected suitable schools, coordinated and attended visits, and supported the family throughout the admissions journey through to enrolment. Alongside academic placement, we also recommended carefully chosen activities to help the children build confidence, routines and social connections in their new environment.
Because relocation rarely happens in neatly separated categories, we worked in parallel with trusted specialists handling visa, tax and housing matters so that educational decisions remained aligned with the wider move and its timing.
Our role continued well beyond admission. During the first year, we monitored academic progress and integration, adjusted arrangements where necessary, and remained the family’s primary educational advisor throughout the transition.
How the process unfolded
Initial situation
A relocating family with three children of different ages needed age-appropriate school placements, childcare support, extracurricular recommendations and practical guidance for settling into Switzerland.
Strategic assessment
We conducted a comprehensive family review, analysed academic history and future goals, and created a personalised educational strategy covering both immediate placement and long-term direction.
School search and admissions
We identified suitable institutions, organised and attended school visits, guided the admissions process, and supported enrolment decisions for all three children.
Cross-functional coordination
At the same time, we aligned closely with external experts responsible for visa, tax and housing matters so the relocation timeline remained coordinated across all areas.
Ongoing advisory and monitoring
After admission, we continued advising the family, monitored academic and social integration during the first year, and adjusted arrangements where required.
Not every family needs full educational planning
Some families are looking for comprehensive support, while others only need expert guidance for a specific part of the process. That is why we also offer hourly services for clearly defined educational or administrative matters.
This can include help with Swiss educational regulations, government offices, qualification recognition, SERI-related questions, school system navigation, and other practical issues that require experienced, reliable support.
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Helpful answers for your next step
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Ulrich Educational Consulting is a consulting firm specialising in educational services in Switzerland. We support expats and families in the selection of schools, the development of educational strategies and other education-related matters.
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We offer a wide range of services including school counseling, individual educational strategies, facilitating connections with reputable educational institutions and offering financial/tax advice related to educational matters.
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Our services are aimed at expats and families who wish to settle in Switzerland and need professional support in planning education for themselves and their children. Of course, Swiss families or private individuals who are looking for qualified advice for their children's education are also very welcome.
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We recommend that you book your consultation as early as possible to ensure enough time to discuss your needs and develop a comprehensive solution. The school calendar plays a major role in this, including enrollment deadlines and other important dates throughout the school year. By booking an appointment early, we are able to consider all relevant aspects of your educational planning and act in good time.
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Our services are tailored to suit the specific scope and complexity of your consulting assignment and educational plan, with costs varying accordingly. Our pricing model is in line with industry-standard consulting rates.
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We guarantee you professional and objective advice that is tailored to your individual needs. Your satisfaction is our top priority and we are committed to providing you with the best possible support.
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To book an appointment for a consultation please explore our services. Alternatively, you can also contact us by phone or email. We are flexible and will do our best to find appointments that suit your schedule.
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Absolutely, we are happy to support you in finding suitable schools for your children. We have an extensive network of educational institutions in Switzerland and can help you make the right choice.