If you’re looking for the best international schools in Switzerland, you’ll find plenty of options when you browse our complete handpicked list below.
Switzerland is a great country for families to live and study. With its diverse international population and organizations, international schools are very popular. You can find many top international schools all over the country.
Why choose an international school in Switzerland?
Studying in Switzerland offers a healthy and inspirational learning environment, so why choose an international school rather than a public school in Switzerland:
1. International curricula
The Swiss curricula is well recognized worldwide, but families that are planning to move or that want to keep this flexibility could prefer an international curriculum, to have access to more schools and destinations with the same curricula.
2. English language of instruction
Public schools in Switzerland use German, French, or Italian as the language of instruction. For parents looking for an instruction in English, the only option will be to enroll in an international school.
3. Full-day childcare
Only private schools or international schools will offer full-day childcare in Switzerland. Public schools have shorter hours: They will start around 8h/8h30 and finish around 3-4 pm, depending on the age, grade, and location (each county in Switzerland is autonomous in regard to education). Parents need to take care of the lunch break, too. There are some childcare options, but the places are generally very limited, and the waiting list can be long. For working families, enrolling in an international private school can be a necessity to be able to work after relocating to Switzerland.
4. After-school activities
International schools offer various sports, arts, and other extracurricular activities. For parents, it is a great opportunity to offer their children many different activities without having to take care of the enrollments, waiting lists, and driving around the city after work.
5. Extra services
Some schools also provide extra services such as homework supervision and transportation.
Find the Right International School in Switzerland
Finding the ideal international school in Switzerland can be difficult if you’re not entirely sure what to look for in the ideal location. We make it easier to find the right school for your child with the ability to filter each list based on cities and regions in the list below.
After selecting the city or region you want, you can sort by cost and curriculum to narrow down the selection even further. For each school, you’ll be able to see basic details, including the overall cost and location, along with other information, including tuition fees, languages, the number of students in attendance, student-teacher ratios, activities that students can try, and many other details.
Best International Schools in Switzerland 2024
Discover our selection of the top international schools in Switzerland.
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La Côte International School, Chem. de Clamogne 8, 1170 Aubonne, Switzerland
La Côte International School Aubonne: Distinguished co-ed private day school for ages 3-18. English and bilingual pathways, IBDP, Juilliard/MIT/UNICEF partnerships, top university placements.
Co-Education
450 students
Day School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
From 18’900 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Zurich International School, Steinacherstrasse 140, 8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland
Zurich International School: A leading non-profit day school for local & expat children aged 3-18 in Switzerland. Instruction in English; additional bilingual English/German pathway for children 3-9.
Co-Education
1200 students
Day School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 16,300 to 36,600 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Rue de la Berarde 10, Le Hameau, Verbier 1936, Switzerland
Copperfield Verbier is the world’s only ski-in, ski-out international school, located in the Swiss alpine village of Verbier.
Co-Education
50 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 31,000 to 46,000 CHF
From 4 to 18 yo
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Chemin de la Source 3, 1854 Leysin, Switzerland
Located in the breathtaking Swiss Alps, Leysin American School has a history of nurturing talent and motivating students to succeed in education, sports, and the arts.
Co-Education
300 students
Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
CHF 120,000
From 12 to 19 yo
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Eichenstrasse 4C, 8808 Pfäffikon, Switzerland
Welcome to OBS Empowering children to face the complex challenges of the future.
Co-Education
350 students
Day School
International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 21000 to 23000 CHF
From 2 to 18 yo
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Collège Alpin Beau Soleil, Route du Village 1, 1884 Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland
At Beau Soleil, we believe it’s what you do that counts: Our international boarding school community in Switzerland offers an outstanding environment combined with a holistic educational philosophy, encouraging students to become responsible and ambitious world citizens.
Co-Education
300 students
Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
From 150,000 CHF
From 11 to 18 yo
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Gmeindi 318b, 6085 Hasliberg Goldern, Switzerland
Surrounded by the awe-inspiring peaks of the Swiss Alps, the Ecole d’Humanité is home to students and teachers from 25 countries.
Co-Education
120 students
Boarding School
American Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
from 65000 to CHF 68,000
From 13 to 19 yo
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Institut auf dem Rosenberg, Höhenweg 60, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland
Institut auf dem Rosenberg, the Artisans of Education®, is a Swiss international boarding school for students between the ages of 5-18.
Co-Education
230 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate, Other
from 150'000.00 CHF
From 6 to 19 yo
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TASIS The American School In Switzerland, Via Collina d'Oro 15, 6926 Montagnola, Switzerland
Founded by international education pioneer M. Crist Fleming in 1956, TASIS The American School in Switzerland is a day and boarding school committed to creating global citizens through education, travel, and service.
Co-Education
765 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 30,000 to 105,000 USD
From 3 to 19 yo
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Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz, Lyceum Alpinum 12, 7524 Zuoz, Switzerland
The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz, founded in 1904, is a Swiss international boarding school set in spectacular alpine landscape near St.
Co-Education
340 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from CHF 91,000 to CHF 108,850
From 12 to 19 yo
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International School of Lausanne, Chem. de la Grangette 2, 1052 Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland
The International School of Lausanne (ISL), a leading non-profit, independent school dedicated to delivering a world-class International Baccalaureate (IB) education, was established in 1962. ISL stands out for its exceptional academic track record, innovative and inclusive learning environment, and vibrant international community. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a member of the […]
Co-Education
865 students
Day School
International Baccalaureate
From 21000 to 38600 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande, Chemin de Rovéréaz 20, 1012 Lausanne, Switzerland
ENSR International School is a leading, non-for-profit, private educational establishment in Switzerland.
Co-Education
500 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 12200 to 25400 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Muehlentalstrasse 280, 8200 Schaffhausen, Switzerland
The International School of Schaffhausen (ISSH) is a place where students feel at home away from home.
Co-Education
300 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate
from 24590 to 54090 CHF
From 1 to 18 yo
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Schönfels 5, 6300 Zug, Switzerland
Institut Montana Zugerberg is a fully accredited Swiss international boarding school for 90 years now and since 1987 an official IB World School.
Co-Education
380 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 32’900 CHF to 72’800 CHF
From 6 to 19 yo
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Préfleuri International Alpine School, Chemin de Curnaux 32, 1885 Ollon, Switzerland
Préfleuri is an exclusive international boarding school in the Swiss Alps that caters for children from 3 to 13 years of age.
Co-Education
0 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, French Curriculum
From 12'500 to 70'000 CHF
From 3 to 13 yo
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Avenue Charles-Secrétan 16, 1005 Lausanne, Switzerland
Brillantmont International School is one of the oldest schools in Switzerland. It was founded in 1882 and is still owned by the founding family.
Co-Education
95 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, British Curriculum
From 31’500 to 103,500 CHF
From 13 to 18 yo
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Lorzenparkstrasse 8, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
Co-Education
130 students
Day School
British Curriculum
From 23,300 CHF to 34,300 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Chemin des Chavasses 23, 1885 Chesières Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland
Co-Education
200 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, Cambridge Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 43'000 to 121'000 CHF
From 4 to 18 yo
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Chemin de Pangires 26, 1806 St-Légier, Switzerland
Co-Education
600 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 24'400 to 35'400 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Avenue Centrale 61, 1885 Chesieres, Switzerland
Co-Education
417 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 35'100 to CHF 125'000
From 9 to 18 yo
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Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich (Winterthur Campus), Grüzefeldstrasse 34, 8400 Winterthur, Switzerland
Co-Education
0 students
Boarding School
British Curriculum
CHF 82,000
From 13 to 18 yo
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International School of Zug and Luzern, Walterswil 1, 6340 Baar
Co-Education
1250 students
Day School
International Baccalaureate
From 15,400 CHF to 36,225 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Via Ponteggia 23, 6814 Cadempino, Switzerland
Co-Education
170 students
Day School
International Baccalaureate
from 18000 to 25000 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Eugène-Lance 24, 1212 Grand-Lancy, Geneva, Switzerland
Co-Education
1420 students
Day School
British Curriculum, French Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 15400 to 27800 CHF
From 3 to 19 yo
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Route de Sauverny 74, 1290 Versoix, Switzerland
Co-Education
1900 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate
from 22'700 to CHF 94’400
From 2 to 18 yo
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Av. de Châtelaine 95A, 1219 Vernier, Switzerland
Co-Education
250 students
Day School
British Curriculum
from 19490 to 25,990 CHF
From 4 to 19 yo
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Chemin de Saint-Georges 19, 1815 Clarens/Montreux, Switzerland
Co-Education
400 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 28’420 to 43’690 CHF
From 2 to 18 yo
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Falkenstrasse 28, 8008, Zürich, Switzerland
Co-Education
380 students
Day School
British Curriculum
from 28,800 CHF to 30,000 CHF
From 14 to 19 yo
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Rte de Malagny 36, 1294 Genthod, Switzerland
Co-Education
330 students
Day School
British Curriculum
from 15680 to 35495 CHF
From 3 to 18 yo
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Hochalpines Institut Ftan AG, Chalchera 154, 7551 Ftan (Scuol)
Co-Education
100 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 53.400 to 64.400 CHF
From 12 to 19 yo
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Strubenacher 3, 8126 Zumikon, Switzerland
Co-Education
840 students
Day School
International Baccalaureate
from 12220 to 36950 CHF
From 1 to 18 yo
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Avenue de Chillon 57, 1820 Territet/Montreux, Switzerland
Co-Education
60 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum
from 36300 CHF
From 8 to 19 yo
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