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IB and British
Ages 3 to 16

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CitySwiss Alps
CurriculumsIB and British
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 16
Boarding available
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 15 students / class
Maximum 15 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: CHF 27,600
to: CHF 39,150
This school has more than one campus in Swiss Alps:
Secondary School: Ages 11 to 16

Address: Chalet Orny Chemin des Marais Verts 9 CH-1936 Verbier, VS, Switzerland

Primary School: Ages 3 to 11

Address: Chalet Mascotte Route de Verbier Station 88 CH-1936 Verbier, Switzerland

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Number of students

100 all year round and 180 during the winter.

Number of nationalities represented in the school

Approximately 20 nationalities

Native English speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English

Yes, students have the possibility of taking extra english classes upon request.

Additional language classes offered by the school

French, Spanish and German (Swedish and Danish upon request)

Max. number of students per class

15 students on average

Average number of students per class

15 students on average with one class teacher and one teaching assistant.

External examinations or assessments available

IGCSE

School start time

8:30 (Monday 9:10)

School finish time

Primary: 15:30
Secondary: 16:30

School provided lunches

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Arts and crafts, basketball, chess, computing, climbing, dance and Zumba, drama, football, gymnastics, handicrafts, hockey, horse riding, French, Spanish, German, quiz club, sewing, snowboarding, skiing, swimming, tennis, volleyball, woodwork, yoga.

Sports facilities at the school

Tennis courts, climbing wall, mini golf area, playground.

Grades/ages available for boarding

From Year 7 to 11.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

The Verbier International School delivers a world-class educational experience with the Swiss high standards, where education goes beyond the curriculum and will provide your children with a learning experience that will last a lifetime. VIS offers an education from aged 3 to 16 years, for both international and local students.

VIS is a unique place where children receive a first-class education while being immersed in a beautiful and safe mountain environment.

Teaching approach of the school

Learning at VIS is inspired by critical thinking, creativity and the determination of students to do their best. With a strong emphasis on competitive sports and the arts VIS believes in developing the personality of each child and helping them become socially aware leaders.
Teachers employ modern methodologies and rely on the latest technologies to drive their students to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge and build a solid foundation for their future.
The academic programme at VIS is designed to foster excellence, personal development and commitment to the community

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