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Below, we have compiled the top 20 IB 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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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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 26,050
to: CHF 39,200

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)

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)

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

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 28,200
to: CHF 38,990

Best 20 IB International Schools in Switzerland

Out of a total of 42 IB International Schools in Switzerland (and 107 total International Schools in Switzerland)

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

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 31,400
to: CHF 48,250

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 - 2025/2026
from: CHF 46,000
to: CHF 92,000

Saint Charles International School

Saint-Charles International School is more than a school — it is a place where heritage, excellence, and individuality come together to create an exceptional educational journey for the next generation of global citizens. Our mission is to provide students with an exceptional education whilst teaching and encouraging the attributes of kindness, respect, and responsibility both towards others and the environment.
City
Basel
Curriculum
IB, Swiss
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
8 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

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

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

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

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)

Collège Champittet

Founded in 1903, our bilingual French-English private school welcomes students of all nationalities and backgrounds from ages 3 to 18. With internationally recognised curricula and a strong sense of values rooted in our Catholic heritage, we nurture and inspire our students to achieve their best.
City
Lausanne - Vaud
Curriculum
IB, Swiss, British, French
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 20,600
to: CHF 37,790

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)

SIS Swiss International School Basel

SIS Swiss International School Basel provides a complete education from preschool through to secondary school and college. On all levels, subjects are taught in German and English; however, bilingualism is not a prerequisite for joining the school at any level.
City
Basel
Curriculum
IB, Swiss, British
Languages of instruction
English, German
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: CHF 22,820
to: CHF 34,020

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.

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)

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)

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)

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
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Summary

What are the best IB international schools in Switzerland?

  1. St. George's International School Switzerland
  2. La Garenne International School
  3. Saint Charles International School
  4. Hochalpines Institut Ftan Swiss International School and Sports Academy
  5. Le Régent International School
  6. Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
  7. Verbier International School
  8. La Côte International School Aubonne
  9. École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande
  10. Haut-Lac International Bilingual School
  11. Collège Champittet
  12. International School of Geneva
  13. Collège du Léman
  14. SIS Swiss International School Basel
  15. Collège Alpin Beau Soleil
  16. Aiglon College
  17. Institut International de Lancy
  18. Obersee Bilingual School
  19. International School of Schaffhausen
  20. Institut Montana Switzerland

Find your International School

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 42  
Swiss 40  
British 40  
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 26  
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 394 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 150 33  
151 to 300 22  
301 to 450 12  
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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