Our Team, Our Opening Hours and How to Reach Us

Birgit Fauland grew up in Austria and trained as a primary school teacher there. She holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and a qualification in German as a second language (DAZ). She is also a certified mentor for prospective teachers.

Through her many years of international experience at bilingual schools in Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Canada, she has gained valuable insights into different education systems and most recently successfully managed a bilingual public school in Central Switzerland. She has been Head of School at SIS Rotkreuz Zug since February 2025. Her greatest goal is to create a place where children are taught in an appreciative and future-orientated way so that they can find and shape their place in the world as active global citizens.

As a head teacher, she is passionate about promoting learning processes across all class levels. She uses practical and creative methods to make lessons lively and motivating. She regularly shares her experiences in specialist articles in which she writes about lesson development and creative teaching methods.

Away from her day-to-day work, Birgit Fauland enjoys spending time in nature - be it hiking in the mountains, sailing or winter sports. She is also inspired by music, podcasts and cooking to recharge her energy and creativity.

Samuel Windsor joined the teaching team at SIS Rotkreuz-Zug in 2019 and began his role as Head of Secondary in August 2021.

He was born in England where he attended the University of Chester. There, he received a bachelor's degree in primary education with a special focus on the teaching and resourcing of scientific investigations in the primary and secondary classrooms. Before joining SIS, he was teaching in public schools in the UK.

Samuel Windsor is a dedicated teacher who strives to create an inclusive environment in which all children can develop according to their needs and learning styles. He is passionate about working with children from all age groups and contributing to their journey through education.

Suzy Letheren joined the SIS Rotkreuz-Zug team in August 2016 and became Head of Primary in August 2021. In 2023, she successfully completed the SIS Leadership Programme.

She was born in England and attended Kingston University where she received her Bachelor of Education, majoring in primary education with English, drama and physical education.

Prior to teaching at SIS, Suzy Letheren worked extensively in the private and public systems in the UK for over 11 years before moving to Switzerland in 2010.

Suzy Letheren is a passionate practitioner who believes that education should be fun. Finding opportunities for all students, not just those she has the privilege of teaching, to shine, achieve well and feel valued is incredibly important to her.