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Below, we have compiled the top 20 international schools in Switzerland according to our users. However, there are another 92 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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International School of Zug and Luzern

ISZL is an award-winning co-educational day school in Central Switzerland.
We are a non-profit International Baccalaureate® world school for students aged 3 to 18.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 26,300
to: CHF 39,700

La Côte International School Aubonne

Our promise: Your child will leave our school with everything they need for success – whatever they choose to be or do in life.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, British, IGCSE, International
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 19
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 29,250
to: CHF 40,050
Reviews
(8 reviews)

International School of Berne

The International School of Berne is a fully accredited, International Baccalaureate® World School providing education for students aged 3 to 18 in Switzerland’s capital.
City
Bern
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 21,985
to: CHF 39,465
Reviews
(1 review)

Four Forest Bilingual International School Zug

Four Forest is a private day school offering a high-quality bilingual education. Following the curricula of the cantons of Lucerne and Zug, and incorporating the British National Curriculum for the English language, teaching is delivered equally in German and English.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
Swiss, British
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
3 to 15
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 20,544
to: CHF 30,035

Collège du Léman

We help students find their place in the world, guiding them to love learning and achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Day and boarding school for Boys and Girls, 2 to 18 years old, inspiring individual growth, academic excellence and global citizenship.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, British, French, American, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 24,900
to: CHF 37,500
Reviews
(1 review)

International School Lausanne

The International School of Lausanne is a not-for-profit, International Baccalaureate World School. We welcome students from 3 to 18 years of age. We are the only IB World School in the Lausanne area offering the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 28,490
to: CHF 39,380

Best 20 International Schools in Switzerland

Out of a total of 112 International Schools in Switzerland.

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

British School of Geneva

The British School of Geneva (BSG) was founded in response to an ever-growing need in Geneva for private, anglophone education and a specific demand for the English National programme. We offer the cohesive English National Curriculum from Reception through to A-Levels.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 23,450
to: CHF 32,450
Reviews
(1 review)

Ecole Chantemerle

Founded in 1966, Ecole Chantemerle is a private, international boarding school located in Switzerland. Intentionally small, Chantemerle is a true Swiss "boutique" school : traditional, personalized and efficient
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
Swiss, British
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 25,500
to: CHF 29,500
Reviews
(3 reviews)

La Garenne International School

We are a Boarding School in Villars-sur-Ollon, in a stunning Swiss mountain environment. Our characteristics are: "Unleash your talents, inspire the world." We achieve this through: CARE - the core value upon which we build relationships with students, parents and staff. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS - these supply the force to achieve goals. RESILIENCE - an immutable inner strength leading to positive change.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 47,000
to: CHF 94,000

Pré Fleuri International Alpine School

International Alpine School, Pré Fleuri, is located in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1200 meters above sea level, near the well-known ski resort of Villars-sur-Ollon. Pré Fleuri is located in exceptional surroundings and offers magnificent views.
Pré Fleuri welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 13 from all over the world as boarders or day pupils, for the academic school year or for sports and study holidays.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
British, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 13
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 12,500
to: CHF 17,850

John F. Kennedy International School

John F. Kennedy International School is an independent day and boarding school set in the beautiful Swiss Alps at the famous ski and summer resort of Gstaad.
JFK is proud of its international and multi-cultural ethos, and the way its community collaborates to make a difference. JFK's world-renowned curriculum is built on the best of global standards.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
International
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 15
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 42,250
to: CHF 47,550

Ecole d'Humanité

The Ecole d’Humanité is a progressive, college-prep boarding school in the heart of Switzerland. The Ecole d’Humanité offers an academically challenging, holistic curriculum on an idyllic village-like campus in the Swiss Alps. An innovative program develops confidence, curiosity, and 21st-century skills vital for success in a dynamic future. Supported by a dedicated team of educational professionals, students at the Ecole d'Humanité chart their individual pathways to success - as graduates of top universities, visionary artists, or innovative entrepreneurs.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
American, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
13 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 68,000
to: CHF 75,000

Hochalpines Institut Ftan Swiss International School and Sports Academy

Hochalpines Institut Ftan – School. Sport. Nature. Where Your Future Begins.
Surrounded by the picturesque village of Ftan in the Romansh-speaking Lower Engadine, we have been providing students excellence in education in a unique institution for over two centuries, founded on principles of respect, responsibility, and kindness.
With our bilingual Swiss Matura in German/English or German/Romansh, we not only embrace our Engadine culture but also open doors to national and international universities.
Our aim is to educate young individuals into young adults who discover their individual talents and make a personal contribution to a sustainable society.
For three decades, we have also been pioneers in the training of elite athletes. Our HIF Sports Academy, certified by Swiss-Ski, uniquely combines school and sports in disciplines such as cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, snowboard freestyle, and biathlon.
Complementing our offerings is Ignite: Switzerland, an exciting nature experience program for international Grade 8 students, and our boarding school, placing the highest value on safety and well-being.
Welcome to HIF, where your future begins!
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
British, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
12 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 72,700
to: CHF 72,700

Le Régent International School

The Youngest and Most Dynamic Swiss School
In the heart of the Swiss Alps, Le Régent students experience h³, a multi-dimensional education that engages the head, heart and hands. Empowered to discover their talents and passion for life, they are challenged with demanding academic and outdoor education curricula that develop their intellect, character, and practical skills. In a family-like community, our students grow into responsible global citizens eager to shape the future with confidence.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
IB, International
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 24,600
to: CHF 48,000

Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich - Mountain Campus

Go to school where others go on holiday. Disentis is nestled in the fantastic mountain scenery of the Grisons. The spectacular landscapes around the source of the Rhine, the Oberalp and Lukmanier Passes and the Rhine gorge are perfect for biking, hiking or climbing.
One of the largest ski areas in Switzerland, Andermatt+Sedrun+Disentis, is right on the doorstep. The village is home to 2000 inhabitants, with many shops, cafés and restaurants. Weekend excursions to Milan or the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland are also easily undertaken, given our geographical proximity.
The abbey and its school have shaped the village for hundreds of years. Here, great value is placed on education, community and mutual respect, and a tradition-rich musical culture is cultivated. Alumnis keep in touch with each other and with our school for decades.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 82,000
to: CHF 82,000

Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz

At Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz, one of the most traditional Swiss international boarding schools, our students benefit from a holistic education that fosters their intellectual, personal, physical and creative growth. In a unique setting of outstanding
natural beauty, our school offers a living and learning environment where students feel valued, safe and secure. They are inspired to discover and develop their own interests and creativity. They are encouraged to engage actively in our school community that is based on trust, honesty and empathy.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
IB, IB Career-related Programme, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
12 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 92,800
to: CHF 111,000

Verbier International School

Verbier International School (VIS) is a co-education day and boarding school located in the alpine village of Verbier, Switzerland. Founded in 2011, VIS has grown progressively since without losing its family ethos and focus on outdoor education, currently welcoming up to 200 students aged 2 to 18. The school is rooted in the concept of holistic yet individualised learning where the classroom is only one space for learning, just as mountains, forests and sports fields are. Primary students follow the English National curriculum combined with an intensive French language programme. VIS is an accredited Cambridge International and IB World School, offering the IGCSE and IB Diploma qualifications for secondary students, grounding them in a thorough preparation for success in exams, while also encouraging students to strive for excellence beyond the classroom.
City
Swiss Alps
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 29,500
to: CHF 47,000

La Côte International School Aubonne

Our promise: Your child will leave our school with everything they need for success – whatever they choose to be or do in life.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, British, IGCSE, International
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 19
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 29,250
to: CHF 40,050
Reviews
(8 reviews)

GIS The International School of Lugano

GIS The International School of Lugano offers a comprehensive bilingual education to children from preschool through secondary school, welcoming both international and local families who seek a high-quality, modern international education in English and Italian.
GIS Lugano adheres to the established GIS educational approach based on the IB curriculum merged with a strong emphasis on Swiss culture and the educational standards of the Canton of Ticino.
GIS Lugano offers a multilingual learning environment that fosters curiosity and a love for learning.
City
Lugano - Ticino
Curriculum
International, Swiss, Reggio Emilia Approach
Languages of instruction
English, Italian
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 18,700
to: CHF 24,000

École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande

ENSR International School is a leading private educational establishment in French-speaking Switzerland, whose mission is to equip young people with the skills and knowledge they need to take their place in an ever-changing society and world.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 14,900
to: CHF 29,700

Aiglon College

Education should be a way of life. School should be about the development of the whole person. When John Corlette founded Aiglon College in 1949, he had a unique vision: to combine the special character of mountain life with a new vision for education. Aiglon today guards this original vision and has grown into one of the world’s most distinctive boarding schools.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
7 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 47,850
to: CHF 95,700
Reviews
(1 review)

St. George's International School Switzerland

International diversity, Multilingual offers, Academic excellence, life-long experience, unique pastoral care, Location
Mix of Day and Boarding Community
Full School from 18 months - 18 years old
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 31,900
to: CHF 49,250

Collège Alpin Beau Soleil

At Beau Soleil we believe it's what you do that counts. A full boarding school set in a spectacular setting our close-knit community offers a home from home boarding experience, outstanding educational outcomes and exciting experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
11 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Collège du Léman

We help students find their place in the world, guiding them to love learning and achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Day and boarding school for Boys and Girls, 2 to 18 years old, inspiring individual growth, academic excellence and global citizenship.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, British, French, American, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 24,900
to: CHF 37,500
Reviews
(1 review)

Haut-Lac International Bilingual School

Haut-Lac students are encouraged to discover and fulfil their unique potential in our Swiss and international IB World School. We guide them through individual learning pathways to prepare them for future academic, personal and professional success worldwide.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 21,800
to: CHF 40,600
Reviews
(6 reviews)

Ecole Internationale de Genève - Ecolint

Ecolint is the world's first international school. We literally invented international education, and are the birthplace of the International Baccalaureate. Ever since 1924 we have been educating students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, British, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: CHF 23,000
to: CHF 36,540
Reviews
(1 review)
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Summary

What are the best international schools in Switzerland?

  1. British School of Geneva
  2. Ecole Chantemerle
  3. La Garenne International School
  4. Pré Fleuri International Alpine School
  5. John F. Kennedy International School
  6. Ecole d'Humanité
  7. Hochalpines Institut Ftan Swiss International School and Sports Academy
  8. Le Régent International School
  9. Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich - Mountain Campus
  10. Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
  11. Verbier International School
  12. La Côte International School Aubonne
  13. GIS The International School of Lugano
  14. École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande
  15. Aiglon College
  16. St. George's International School Switzerland
  17. Collège Alpin Beau Soleil
  18. Collège du Léman
  19. Haut-Lac International Bilingual School
  20. Ecole Internationale de Genève - Ecolint

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How Many International Schools are there in Switzerland?

There are 112 international schools in Switzerland. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Switzerland?
Curriculum International schools
Swiss 43  
IB 43  
British 42  
International 20  
French 14  
Other 42  

Additionally, there are 33 boarding schools in Switzerland.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 106  
French 41  
German 35  
Italian 3  
Japanese 2  
Other 1  

Among these, there are 67 bilingual schools in Switzerland.

How Much do International Schools cost in Switzerland?

The average price of international schools in Switzerland is CHF 35,146. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price CHF 6,000
Avg. price CHF 35,146
Max. price CHF 165,000
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
CHF 6,000 to CHF 11,499 3  
CHF 11,500 to CHF 16,999 5  
CHF 17,000 to CHF 22,499 15  
CHF 22,500 to CHF 27,999 19  
CHF 28,000 to CHF 33,499 19  
CHF 33,500 to CHF 38,999 19  
CHF 39,000 to CHF 44,499 3  
CHF 44,500 to CHF 49,999 3  
CHF 50,000 to CHF 55,499 0  
CHF 55,500 to CHF 60,999 0  
CHF 61,000 to CHF 66,499 3  
CHF 66,500 to CHF 71,999 1  
CHF 72,000 to CHF 77,499 1  
CHF 77,500 to CHF 82,999 2  
CHF 83,000 to CHF 88,499 0  
CHF 88,500 to CHF 93,999 1  
CHF 94,000 to CHF 99,499 0  
CHF 99,500 to CHF 104,999 0  
CHF 105,000 to CHF 110,499 0  
CHF 110,500 to CHF 115,999 1  
CHF 116,000 to CHF 121,499 0  
CHF 121,500 to CHF 126,999 0  
CHF 127,000 to CHF 132,499 0  
CHF 132,500 to CHF 137,999 0  
CHF 138,000 to CHF 143,499 1  
CHF 143,500 to CHF 148,999 0  
CHF 149,000 to CHF 154,499 0  
CHF 154,500 to CHF 159,999 0  
CHF 160,000 to CHF 165,499 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Switzerland?

The average class size of international schools in Switzerland is 14.0 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 7  
10 to 14 29  
15 to 19 29  
20 to 24 8  

How big are the schools in Switzerland (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Switzerland is 381 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 150 35  
151 to 300 23  
301 to 450 13  
451 to 600 6  
601 to 750 3  
751 to 900 2  
901 to 1,050 0  
1,051 to 1,200 2  
1,201 to 1,350 2  
1,351 to 1,500 2  
1,501 to 1,650 0  
1,651 to 1,800 1  
1,801 to 1,950 1  
1,951 to 2,100 0  
2,101 to 2,250 0  
2,251 to 2,400 0  
2,401 to 2,550 0  
2,551 to 2,700 0  
2,701 to 2,850 0  
2,851 to 3,000 1  

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