Many families are choosing a Boarding Schools in the Moutains for many reasons. Discover why and find out which are the best boarding schools in the mountains
Benefits of studying in a Boarding School in the Mountains
Who doesn’t dream of attending school in a spectacular setting? Life-changing learning takes place both in and out of the classroom.
Outdoor Activities
Mountain based international schools offer so much more, than just classes. Students will learn exciting new winter and summer sports programs and keep the skills all their life. Activities range from mountaineering, skiing, ski touring, snowboarding, rock climbing, mountain and downhill biking, studying flora and fauna and so much more. Some schools offer several day expeditions with overnights in traditional mountain huts or camping under the stars.
Fresh Air
Sending your kid away from the city to a school in nature can change your child’s life. Students breathe more deeply and grow up in a healthy environment.
Inspirational Learning Environment
Studying on the mountain can trigger creativity and out of the box thinking. When living in such an environment, students will forget typical city stress. They will be able to focus on the essentials, improving their overall performance.
With World Schools, you can discover schools in panoramic mountain settings with stunning views. Breath the fresh air, participate in exciting outdoor activities, discover new cultures.
Top rated Schools in the Mountains in 2025
Discover top Schools in the Mountains. Use the filters to find the right fit and contact schools directly from their profiles.
Leysin American School in Switzerland
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Vaud - Leysin
- Co-Education
- 12 to 19 years old
- School type:Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 120,000 chf
- Curriculum:American Curriculum, IB Curriculum
- Foundation:1960
- Community: 300 students • 60 nationalities
- Examinations:American Diploma, IB Diploma
- Language:English
- Mountain campus fuels outdoor learning
- Cultural immersion via 60+ nationalities
- Personal growth through service trips
Annual tuition fees at Leysin American School in Switzerland start at 120,000 chf.
Copperfield International School Verbier
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Valais - Verbier
- Co-Education
- 4 to 18 years old
- School type:Day & Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 34,000 - 116,500 chf
- Curriculum:British Curriculum, IB Curriculum
- Foundation:2020
- Community: 50 students • 18 nationalities
- Examinations:IB Diploma
- Language:English, French
- Skiing program incorporated into curriculum
- Bespoke learning with a 1:3 staff ratio
- 360° mountain views foster inspiration
Annual tuition fees at Copperfield International School Verbier range from 34,000 chf to 116,500 chf, depending on the student's grade level and program.
The school offers a variety of individual support programmes to support the students on their individual educational path, such as tuition in specific subjects (most often languages), learning support, executive...From 96,500 to 116,500 CHF
Préfleuri International Alpine School
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Vaud - Villars
- Co-Education
- 3 to 13 years old
- School type:Day & Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 12,500 - 17,850 chf
- Curriculum:British Curriculum, French Curriculum
- Foundation:1948
- Community: 15 nationalities
- Language:English, French
- Bilingual learning in a Swiss Alpine setting
- Integrated skiing and outdoor education
- Nurturing creativity through arts programs
Annual tuition fees at Préfleuri International Alpine School range from 12,500 chf to 17,850 chf, depending on the student's grade level and program.
Day School : From 12'500 to 17'850 chfBoarding School: From 60'000 to 70'000 chf
Lakefield College School
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Ontario - Lakefield
- Co-Education
- 13 to 18 years old
- School type:Day & Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 40,500 - 82,400 cad
- Curriculum:Canadian Curriculum
- Foundation:1879
- Community: 432 students • 43 nationalities
- Examinations:AP
- Language:English
- Outdoor Education promotes resilience.
- Round Square membership broadens horizons.
- 80% boarding fosters global friendships.
Annual tuition fees at Lakefield College School range from 40,500 cad to 82,400 cad, depending on the student's grade level and program.
Tuition includes: Academic program, meals, use of facilities, compulsory field trips, outdoor education training, library services, basic healthcare, basic infirmary supplies, travel and admission to athletic and cultural events.Tuition includes: Academic program, meals, accommodation, use of facilities, laundry, compulsory field trips, outdoor education training, library services, basic healthcare, basic infirmary supplies, travel and admission to athletic and cultural...
College Alpin Beau Soleil
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Vaud - Villars
- Co-Education
- 11 to 18 years old
- School type:Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 150,000 chf
- Curriculum:American Curriculum, IB Curriculum
- Foundation:1910
- Community: 300 students • 55 nationalities
- Examinations:French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
- Language:Bilingual, English, French
- Holistic learning on Swiss Alps
- Personalized growth via mentorship
- Cultural immersion in 60+ nationalities
Annual tuition fees at College Alpin Beau Soleil start at 150,000 chf.
Hochalpines Institut Ftan – HIF Swiss International School and Sports Academy
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Engadin - Scuol
- Co-Education
- 12 to 19 years old
- School type:Day & Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 53,400 - 64,400 chf
- Curriculum:British Curriculum, IB Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
- Foundation:1793
- Community: 100 students • 20 nationalities
- Examinations:IB Diploma, IGCSE
- Language:English, German
- Multilingual learning in Swiss Alps
- Unmatched winter sports academy
- Personalized International Baccalaureate
Annual tuition fees at Hochalpines Institut Ftan – HIF Swiss International School and Sports Academy range from 53,400 chf to 64,400 chf, depending on the student's grade level and program.
Aiglon College
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Vaud - Villars
- Co-Education
- 7 to 18 years old
- School type:Day & Boarding School
- Yearly fee: 46 - 150 chf
- Curriculum:IB Curriculum
- Foundation:1949
- Community: 480 students • 68 nationalities
- Examinations:IB Diploma, IGCSE
- Language:English
- Mountain backdrop fuels learning
- Exemplary Swiss boarding lifestyle
- Balanced, holistic educational ethos
Annual tuition fees at Aiglon College range from 46 chf to 150 chf, depending on the student's grade level and program.