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Aiglon College

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Villars, Vaud
Boarding School - International School
Aiglon College
Aiglon College

Highlights

  • Mountain backdrop fuels learning
  • Exemplary Swiss boarding lifestyle
  • Balanced, holistic educational ethos

Overview

Aiglon College is a not-for-profit, international and co-educational boarding school in Switzerland. For over 75 years, the school has offered students a holistic and inspirational experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional education. John Corlette founded the school in 1949 on a distinctive ethos: the balanced development of mind, body, and spirit.

Aiglon is home to over 480 students, from 7-18 years old, representing more than 60 different nationalities.

From junior through to senior school, students benefit from all the advantages of an international boarding environment. They form lasting bonds with each other and with excellent educators who guide them towards academic and personal success.

From junior through to senior school, students benefit from all the advantages of an international boarding environment. They form lasting bonds with each other and with excellent educators who guide them towards academic and personal success.

Teaching prepares students for GSCEs, International Baccalaureate (IB) or SATs. Students who are not native English speakers receive special support to help them pass the Cambridge and IELTS exams.

Aiglon offers a Summer camp programme, June to July, for students aged 8-16.

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Type of school
Boarding School - International School
IB Curriculum - IB Diploma Programme
Age range
Gender

Co-Education

from 47,850 to 159,000 CHF

Foundation

Founded in 1949

Nationalities

68 different nationalities

Nr of students

480 students

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Academics

At Aiglon, we redefine the traditional school experience. Our classroom extends beyond our campus buildings to embrace the mountain and sports pitch –offering a dynamic and varied learning environment.
Aiglon’s Junior School comprises the Wonder Years (Ages 7–11) and Discovery Years (Ages 11–14). Nestled on our mountain campus since 1991, it blends academic excellence, character development, and a nurturing community to prepare students for lifelong learning.
A Senior School students follow a rigours and highly personalised curriculum that requires them to explore their world and enables them to pursue their interest.
A total of 70 students from the Class of 2025 were entered for the IB Diploma. The co-hort average was 36.3. The overall pass rate was 100%, and 24 % of the students achieved a score of 40% or above.

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Curriculum

IB Curriculum, IB Diploma Programme

Examinations

IB Diploma, IGCSE

Language of instruction

English

Foreign languages taught

Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Accreditations

Round Square, CIS, NEASC, IBO, Edexcel, AQA and University of Cambridge International Examinations

Tuition Fees for 2026

Learn more about Aiglon College tuition fees for 2026, including general fee details, day school tuition, boarding fees, and available scholarships.

Annual tuition fees

Annual tuition fees at Aiglon College range from CHF 47,850 to CHF 159,000, depending on the student's grade level and program.

Day school tuition

School fees are comprised of annual tuition, joining fees and additional charges based on individual circumstances. Fees are updated by the Board of Directors each December for the following academic year.

Boarding school tuition

School fees are comprised of annual tuition, joining fees and additional charges based on individual circumstances. Fees are updated by the Board of Directors each December for the following academic year.

Scholarships

As a philanthropic school, each year Aiglon offers a small number of fully funded scholarships to students from families who would not be able to afford the costs associated with an Aiglon education. Since 1991, Aiglon has welcomed 134 scholars, providing support for their continued journey into higher education.

Extra curricular

Sports: Athletics, Badminton,, Basketball, Boxing, Circuit training, Climbing, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Horse riding, Ice Hockey, Unihoc/ Indoor Hockey, Indoor Cricket, Ice Skating, Mountain Biking, Netball, Padel, Parkour, Skateboarding, Skiing, Ski Touring, Snowboarding, Skiing racing, Swimming, Taekwondo, Tennis, Table Tennis, Trampolining, Trail running, Touch Rugby, Tchoukball, Ultimate Frisbee, VolleyballActivities: Academic Peer Mentorship Service at the Local Crèche, Anatomy and Dissection, Expeditions, Embracing Diversity, Foodbank, Practical Chemistry, Astronomy, History Club, Psychology Society, Battle of the Books, Lego club, Rocket Society, Biotechnology, Maths Olympiad, Challenge Role, Play Games, Chess Medics Academy, Thrift Store, Science Olympiad, Children’s Story Writing, Model United Nations (MUN), Student Magazine – The Nest, Comic Book club, Number Ninjas, Warhammer, Round Square, Creative Writing, Paper Engineering, Whizzpopbang – Juniors, Cubesat, Philosophy Society, Recycling, Sustainability Club, World Wildlife Fund Committee, World Exploration club, Debating Politics Soc, Yearbook.
Music: Big Band, DJing, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Drum, Rock Jam, Chamber Choir, Flute Ensemble, String Ensemble, Choir Orchestra Big Band
Creative Arts: Architectural Design, Film Making, Lamda, Public Speaking, Ballet, Graphic Design, Photography, Ceramics International Cinema Club Printmaking, Dance, Junior School Production, School Production, Fashion Design, Knit and Knatter, Theatre Make Up
Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Coding Stock Market and Finance Club, Design and Engineering, Vex Robotics, Entrepreneurship Club, Young Enterprise Club

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Extra-curricular Activities Offered

Facilities

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Campus Facilities

Library
Music room
Science room
Gym
Basketball court
Soccer court
Computer room
Dining room
Running track
Swimming pool

Things to know

Enrollment phase

Junior and Secondary School

Minimum Enrollment Duration

This school requires a minimum enrollment of 12 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.

Student Community

Aiglon College welcomes a vibrant community of 480 students representing 68 different nationalities.

Health & safety

Aiglon College is not just a place for academic excellence and adventure—it’s also a school that deeply prioritises student wellbeing. While nestled high in the Swiss Alps, far from large cities, Aiglon’s approach to health care ensures that every student has immediate access to expert medical support, whether for everyday concerns or urgent situations. At the heart of this system is a dedicated team of eight experienced nurses, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Student-teacher ratio

1:4

Posted on January 9, 2023,
Updated on October 31, 2025

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Tuition fees for Aiglon College range from 47850 to 159000 CHF per year depending on the student’s grade and chosen program.

As a philanthropic school, each year Aiglon offers a small number of fully funded scholarships to students from families who would not be able to afford the costs associated with an Aiglon education. Since 1991, Aiglon has welcomed 134 scholars, providing support for their continued journey into higher education.

Aiglon College is a not-for-profit, international and co-educational boarding school in Switzerland. For over 75 years, the school has offered students a holistic and inspirational experience that pushes the boundaries of traditional education
This institution has a total enrollment of 480 students.

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