Terms, services and points of contact relating to everyday school life \u2013 updated edition 2026\/27.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As at 30 September 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This ABC is a guide produced by the Parents\u2019 Council. The current notices and regulations issued by K\u00fcngenmatt School and the City of Zurich are binding. Where appropriate, links lead directly to the current source.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n A<\/a> \u00b7 B<\/a> \u00b7 D<\/a> \u00b7 E<\/a> \u00b7 F<\/a> \u00b7 G<\/a> \u00b7 H<\/a> \u00b7 I<\/a> \u00b7 J<\/a> \u00b7 K<\/a> \u00b7 L<\/a> \u00b7 M<\/a> \u00b7 P<\/a> \u00b7 Q<\/a> \u00b7 S<\/a> \u00b7 U<\/a> \u00b7 V<\/a> \u00b7 W<\/a> \u00b7 Z<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Advent Singing is a regular event at K\u00fcngenmatt School and takes place in December, as set out in the annual calendar. For the 2026\/27 school year, it is scheduled for 11 December 2026. Web-based reading support: After reading books, children answer quiz questions and collect points. Each class decides for itself whether and how to use Antolin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional supervised study time. The organisation and scope may vary depending on the class and school year; up-to-date information will be provided by the class teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since the 2026\/27 school year, K\u00fcngenmatt School has been introducing the new municipal BBF programme. This is gradually replacing the previous Universikum programmes. Preparation for grammar school continues to be offered in Year 6. An opportunity for parents and guardians to observe lessons. The current dates can be found in the school\u2019s annual calendar. K\u00fcngenmatt School does not have its own library on the premises. The Heuried School and Children\u2019s Library at D\u00f6ltschiweg 130 is available to pupils free of charge. German as a second language. Support for pupils who need additional help learning German.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The class teacher provides information on class matters, lessons, organisation and collaboration. Specific dates will be communicated to each class individually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A meeting between parents or guardians and the school, with or without the child present, depending on the reason. Appointments are arranged with the relevant teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Official body for parental involvement. Each class at K\u00fcngenmatt is represented by at least two parents. The Parents\u2019 Council acts as a link between parents and the school, initiates projects and supports events. The school\u2019s educational, staffing and individual decisions are not the responsibility of the Parents\u2019 Council. An annual event in November. At K\u00fcngenmatt, the Story Night is co-organised by the Parents\u2019 Council. The City of Zurich offers sports and leisure courses for primary school-aged children. Registration and terms and conditions can be found on the city\u2019s course portal. Indoor shoes for use in the school building. Classes may set their own rules regarding this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A voluntary flea market or sales event for second-hand toys and media, provided it takes place during the relevant school year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A school programme for individual, independent research. In each quintal (one fifth of the school year), children work on a topic in a double lesson; groups and topics change throughout the year. Swiss German for collecting rubbish and disposing of it correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A place for lost and found clothing and items. The location and emptying times may change; if in doubt, please enquire at the school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Older pupils help younger children settle into school life. The school is responsible for the practical arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The school offers a morning table as well as lunchtime and afternoon childcare. Bookings and changes are handled via the City of Zurich\u2019s \u2018Manage School Care\u2019 service. Educational support for children with special educational needs, usually within mainstream classes or in small groups. Where support is provided on a regular basis, school progress reviews (SSG) may form part of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Two joker days are available per school year. The class teacher must be informed at least two days in advance. The school does not allow joker days to be taken on certain special school occasions. A digital communication platform for official information between the school and parents. Binding notices from the school must be posted via the official communication channels provided for this purpose; the Parents\u2019 Council supplements these with its own information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A class event lasting several days, which can be organised depending on the year group and school year. Information will be provided directly by the class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Abbreviation for class teacher (Klassenlehrperson).<\/p>\n\n\n\n K\u00fcngenmatt School operates under a set of binding rules governing respectful behaviour and day-to-day school life. The latest information sheets and sets of rules are available on the school website. T-shirt featuring the K\u00fcngenfuchs. The project is organised by the Parents\u2019 Council; details of events and how to order will be announced separately. The Parents\u2019 Council\u2019s information and project platform. Current issues and announcements are published via the Parents\u2019 Council\u2019s channels. In the event of a head lice infestation, the current guidance from the school health services applies. Treatment is the responsibility of parents; the school can organise checks if necessary. School-based therapy and support services for language, speech, voice and language-related learning difficulties. Referrals and arrangements are handled by the school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Part of the school\u2019s childcare provision. Regular lunchtime supervision is organised by the school; times, locations and registration details are available online. During breaks, school staff are on hand on the school grounds to assist pupils. The specific rules regarding supervision form part of the school\u2019s organisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Organised by Year 6 classes. The day, frequency and range of items are decided by the classes; the school aims to provide a healthy and varied selection. Quality and professional development day for staff. Pupils do not have lessons on these days; the current dates can be found in the school calendar. Winter sports event for upper primary. For 2026\/27 it is listed in the calendar for January; any alternative dates and further details will be communicated by the school. A joint event organised by the school and the school community. The school f\u00eate for the 2026\/27 school year is listed in the calendar for 25 September 2026. Class day trip. The class teacher will provide details of the date, destination, equipment and costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A forum for pupil participation. Class representatives raise issues and work on matters relating to everyday school life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A free, confidential service for social issues and problems at school or within the family. The school social work service is based directly within the K\u00fcngenmatt school building. Part of the compulsory curriculum. Details of the organisation, swimming pool and timings will be provided via the timetable or class information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Annual sports event. Separate sports days for kindergarten and primary school have been included in the annual calendar for 2026\/27. A structured discussion between the school, parents and, where appropriate, other professionals, to jointly establish the situation, objectives and measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Abbreviation for pupils (Sch\u00fclerinnen und Sch\u00fcler).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Swiss German for homework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road safety education and practical test in upper primary. Details of how this will be organised will be announced by the school and the road safety instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Police-led road safety education on safe behaviour on the roads. The content is tailored to age and school year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Temporary replacement for a teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A weekly plan setting out tasks, learning objectives and deadlines. The name and format may vary depending on the class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The school health services provide preventive care and school dental services. Up-to-date information and links can be found on the school\u2019s downloads page. School reports document pupils\u2019 performance and academic progress in accordance with cantonal guidelines. The timing and format depend on the school year and the applicable assessment regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Swiss German for lunch and for the snacks in the morning and afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n National Future Day for children from upper primary onwards. For 2026\/27 it is listed in the school calendar for 12 November 2026.Quick start guide<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Terms from A to Z<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Advent Singing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nAntolin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Homework help \/ Learning centre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
B<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Support for Gifted and Talented Pupils (BBF)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nVisitors\u2019 Morning \/ Visitors\u2019 Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nHeuried Library<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nD<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
DaZ<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
E<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Parents\u2019 evening<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Parents\u2019 meeting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Parents\u2019 Council<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Elternrat K\u00fcngenmatt<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nStorytelling Night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nF<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Holiday and term-time courses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nFinken (indoor slippers)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flohmi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Forscheria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nF\u00f6tzele<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Lost property box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
G<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Gotti \/ G\u00f6tti (buddies)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
H<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After-school club \/ school-based childcare<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Manage childcare online<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
IF \u2013 Integrative Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
J<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Joker days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Rules on joker days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Klapp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
School camp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
KLP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Code of Conduct and Rules<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Current rules and information sheets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nK\u00fcngenmatt T-shirt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nK\u00fcngenblatt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lice \/ Head lice infestation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Information on head lice<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSpeech and language therapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
M<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lunch table \/ Lunchtime supervision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Break supervision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Break-time kiosk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Q-Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Snow day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSchool F\u00eate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSchool trip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pupils\u2019 Council<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
School Social Work (SSA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSwimming lessons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sports Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSSG \u2013 school review meeting (schulisches Standortgespr\u00e4ch)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
SuS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
U<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ufzgi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
V<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cycling test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Road Safety Instruction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Supply teaching (Vikariat)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
W<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Weekly schedule (WOP\/WOF)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Z<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dental care \/ School dentistry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
School dentistry and dental care<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nSchool reports<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Zmittag \/ Zn\u00fcni \/ Zvieri (lunch \/ morning snack \/ afternoon snack)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Future Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Further information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nImportant links<\/h2>\n\n\n
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