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Below, we have compiled the top 20 international schools in Switzerland according to our users. However, there are another 87 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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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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 20,544
to: CHF 30,035

Institut Montana Switzerland

We are a Swiss international day and boarding school on the idyllic Zugerberg, on the doorstep of the vibrant city of Zug. Home to over 55 nationalities, we offer Swiss academic pathways (accredited by the Canton of Zug) as well as international programmes.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
IB, British, Swiss (Lehrplan 21), IGCSE
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
6 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 32,900
to: CHF 36,800

Institut International de Lancy

Institut International de Lancy offers challenging and inspiring programmes in its English, French and Bilingual sections, with an innovative pedagogy that encourages personal development, cultural enrichment and international exposure for each student.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, British, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 18,820
to: CHF 30,390
Reviews
(5 reviews)

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 21,800
to: CHF 40,600
Reviews
(6 reviews)

Ecole Mosaic

Bilingual and multicultural education for children aged 3-12. With innovative teaching methods, experienced staff and diverse extra-curricular activities, Ecole Mosaic has a strong track record for producing rounded individuals with excellent emotional intelligence.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
British, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 12
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 17,890
to: CHF 19,760

Zurich International School

Inspiring Curiosity. Empowering Purpose.
We believe every learner’s journey begins with a love of learning. By nurturing curiosity, compassion, and critical thinking, we empower students to shape their futures—and the world around them.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
IB, American, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 26,700
to: CHF 39,300

Best 20 International Schools in Switzerland

Out of a total of 107 International Schools in Switzerland.

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

Léman International Academy

The mission of LIA is to CHALLENGE students with QUALITY ACADEMICS and character development in an immersive BILINGUAL and CHRISTIAN value-based environment.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
International, Christian
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 14
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 16,500
to: CHF 16,950

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 29,250
to: CHF 39,650

International School of Geneva

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
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 22,770
to: CHF 35,470
Reviews
(1 review)

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 24,900
to: CHF 36,980
Reviews
(1 review)

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
IB, 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

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 23,500
to: CHF 25,500

ELA Basel - The Swiss British School of Basel

ELA Basel - The Swiss British School is an independent, not-for-profit organisation located in Basel, Switzerland. It is committed to providing high quality childcare and education appropriate for young children from the age of 3 months to the end of Primary School at 12 years old.
City
Basel
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 12
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 26,000
to: CHF 28,000

Institut International de Lancy

Institut International de Lancy offers challenging and inspiring programmes in its English, French and Bilingual sections, with an innovative pedagogy that encourages personal development, cultural enrichment and international exposure for each student.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, British, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 18,820
to: CHF 30,390
Reviews
(5 reviews)

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 14,400
to: CHF 28,800

KIBS Zurich

KIBS prides itself to be able to offer families in the Zürich area an international and national education that places the child at the centre of learning. The children are engaged in meaningful experiences that challenge and promote academic excellence.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
International, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
1 to 12
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 22,000
to: CHF 27,500

International School of Schaffhausen

The International School of Schaffhausen is a small, community-minded day and boarding school. We are an IB certified school, offering an IB diploma programme, or a US high school diploma programme. Our unique boarding programme prepares students for success at university and beyond by supporting the development of life skills, while fostering independence and responsibility.
ISSH offers a boarding programme for students in grades 9 through 12.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
IB
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 22,610
to: CHF 33,300
Reviews
(5 reviews)

Eden School

Eden School is an international bilingual French-English school for children aged 3 to 12 years old in an idyllic setting.
Eden School, finalist of the Swiss Schools Prize and certified by the SSI, provides the best following teaching/learning environment:
• A team of teachers with unique training and skills.
• Learning methods that take into account recent studies in educational neuroscience
• Academic challenging
• Constant intellectual stimulation
• Fosters the acquisition of intra and interpersonal skills
• Development of critical thinking, independence, logical reasoning, listening skills, perseverance, group work and other skills that are essential to your child's future.
• Small groups
• 100% bilingual French / English education
• After-school activities include study groups, day-care and extracurricular activities.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
International, Swiss, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 12
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 22,920
to: CHF 26,220

International School of Central Switzerland

ISCS was founded on the philosophy that every student deserves to shine-- and we have continued that tradition as we have grown. We are a family-centred school and pride ourselves on academic excellence and international-mindedness. The only British school in Zug, our small class size allows for the individualised learning that pushes our Cambridge test scores to the top.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 27,200
to: CHF 32,300

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 21,800
to: CHF 40,600
Reviews
(6 reviews)

Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich - City Campus

Our modern boarding school in Winterthur/Zurich is surrounded by top class sports facilities just outside the city centre, 20 minutes from Zurich Airport and just under 30 minutes from Zurich’s vibrant heart.

Winterthur/Zurich offers everything you could wish for in a city: a highly diverse range of cultural activities for all age groups, sports facilities of all kinds, a pretty, pedestrianised old town with lots of shops and restaurants, as well as attractive recreational areas in the surrounding forests and along the nearby rivers.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: CHF 82,000
to: CHF 82,000

Institut Montana Switzerland

We are a Swiss international day and boarding school on the idyllic Zugerberg, on the doorstep of the vibrant city of Zug. Home to over 55 nationalities, we offer Swiss academic pathways (accredited by the Canton of Zug) as well as international programmes.
City
Zurich - Zug
Curriculum
IB, British, Swiss (Lehrplan 21), IGCSE
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
6 to 19
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 32,900
to: CHF 36,800

Institut Florimont

Located in Petit Lancy, a suburb of Geneva, Switzerland, Institut Florimont is a private, nonprofit, Catholic Day School founded in 1905.
Institut Florimont offers two language tracks (francophone and bilingual French/English) lead to a choice of three diplomas: International Baccalaureate, Swiss Maturite and French Baccalaureat.
City
Geneva
Curriculum
IB, Catholic, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 19,750
to: CHF 29,950
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Summary

What are the best international schools in Switzerland?

  1. Léman International Academy
  2. La Côte International School Aubonne
  3. International School of Geneva
  4. Collège du Léman
  5. Hochalpines Institut Ftan Swiss International School and Sports Academy
  6. Le Régent International School
  7. Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich - Mountain Campus
  8. Ecole Chantemerle
  9. ELA Basel - The Swiss British School of Basel
  10. Institut International de Lancy
  11. École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande
  12. KIBS Zurich
  13. International School of Schaffhausen
  14. Eden School
  15. International School of Central Switzerland
  16. Haut-Lac International Bilingual School
  17. Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich - City Campus
  18. Institut Montana Switzerland
  19. Obersee Bilingual School
  20. Institut Florimont

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How Many International Schools are there in Switzerland?

There are 107 international schools in Switzerland. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Switzerland?
Curriculum International schools
IB 43  
Swiss 41  
British 39  
International 21  
Montessori 12  
Other 42  

Additionally, there are 33 boarding schools in Switzerland.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 102  
French 38  
German 35  
Japanese 2  
Swedish 1  
Other 1  

Among these, there are 63 bilingual schools in Switzerland.

How Much do International Schools cost in Switzerland?

The average price of international schools in Switzerland is CHF 35,472. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price CHF 8,030
Avg. price CHF 35,472
Max. price CHF 165,000
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
CHF 8,000 to CHF 13,499 2  
CHF 13,500 to CHF 18,999 8  
CHF 19,000 to CHF 24,499 15  
CHF 24,500 to CHF 29,999 27  
CHF 30,000 to CHF 35,499 18  
CHF 35,500 to CHF 40,999 6  
CHF 41,000 to CHF 46,499 4  
CHF 46,500 to CHF 51,999 2  
CHF 52,000 to CHF 57,499 0  
CHF 57,500 to CHF 62,999 2  
CHF 63,000 to CHF 68,499 2  
CHF 68,500 to CHF 73,999 1  
CHF 74,000 to CHF 79,499 0  
CHF 79,500 to CHF 84,999 2  
CHF 85,000 to CHF 90,499 0  
CHF 90,500 to CHF 95,999 1  
CHF 96,000 to CHF 101,499 0  
CHF 101,500 to CHF 106,999 0  
CHF 107,000 to CHF 112,499 1  
CHF 112,500 to CHF 117,999 0  
CHF 118,000 to CHF 123,499 0  
CHF 123,500 to CHF 128,999 0  
CHF 129,000 to CHF 134,499 1  
CHF 134,500 to CHF 139,999 0  
CHF 140,000 to CHF 145,499 0  
CHF 145,500 to CHF 150,999 0  
CHF 151,000 to CHF 156,499 0  
CHF 156,500 to CHF 161,999 0  
CHF 162,000 to CHF 167,499 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 13.7 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 8  
10 to 14 28  
15 to 19 27  
20 to 24 7  

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

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Switzerland is 389 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 150 34  
151 to 300 23  
301 to 450 11  
451 to 600 6  
601 to 750 2  
751 to 900 3  
901 to 1,050 0  
1,051 to 1,200 2  
1,201 to 1,350 2  
1,351 to 1,500 1  
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 0  
3,001 to 3,150 0  
3,151 to 3,300 0  
3,301 to 3,450 0  
3,451 to 3,600 0  
3,601 to 3,750 0  
3,751 to 3,900 0  
3,901 to 4,050 0  
4,051 to 4,200 0  
4,201 to 4,350 0  
4,351 to 4,500 1  

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