Compare American Curriculum International Schools in Lausanne, Switzerland

Instructs in English, French

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees CHF 28,200 - 38,990

Pupils 900

Type Co-educational

International School Lausanne (ISL) is a not-for-profit IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, alongside an American curriculum. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 on a campus of four buildings, set close to nature yet near the city. PYP develops the whole child through inquiry, international-mindedness and personal values; MYP builds knowledge, attitudes and skills for a changing world; DP provides breadth and depth for higher education. A CASEL-based well-being curriculum supports social and emotional development. The campus features a 400-seat auditorium for music and drama, three gym halls, four tennis courts, an Astroturf pitch, a maker space and a recording studio. The After-School Activities programme offers over 125 activities, with more than 80% of students participating weekly. ISL also pursues service learning and Duke of Edinburgh programs, and collaborates with EPFL, along with a range of clubs.

Location

The International School of Lausanne is located at Chemin de la Grangette 2, 1052 Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland. The campus sits in Le Mont-sur-Lausanne just north of Lausanne. A TL Route 18 bus stop is directly in front of the school, linking to Lausanne city centre, with connections from Lausanne-Riponne and other stops along the route. The school also operates a daily external bus service with stops chosen for safety and convenience.

Stages

Early Childhood (3-5), Primary Years Programme (5-11), Middle Years Programme (11-16), Diploma Programme (16-18).

Type

The school is not-for-profit and an IB World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme.

Additional learning support

Student Support Services coordinate learning support to meet individual needs. Types of support include Progress Plans, Individualised Education Plans, and 1:1 support, with well-being counselling. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support helps students developing English language skills.

Bus service

ISL uses external bus companies to operate a daily bus service for Reception 4 to Year 13; the service is not door-to-door; stops are chosen for safety, location, and convenience. Public transport is also available, with a TL Route 18 bus stop directly in front of the school linking to Lausanne city centre. Transport inquiries: transport@isl.ch; School Bus Service document available.

Uniform Requirement

There is no school uniform. Students dress in their own style.

Food Options

Students can bring packed lunches or have optional hot meals provided by Eldora. The secondary school uses a cafeteria card to purchase from three menus—Vitality, Escale, and Natura/Mediterraneo—with a vegetarian option and a salad buffet; a take-away South Building Café is available for Years 12 and 13.

Governance and Ownership

The ISL Board, composed of eight to twelve members representing the community, acts as the guardian of the School and monitors its progress in fulfilling its mission. The Board and the School Director work in partnership to set policies and ensure the necessary conditions for ISL's aims.

Application / Acceptance fees

- There is no application fee. A one-off, non-refundable acceptance fee of CHF 5,000 is payable at the time a place is confirmed for students entering Year 1 to Year 13. Students entering Reception 3 or Reception 4 are not charged this acceptance fee.

Tuition fees (annual and per-term) — academic year 2025/2026

Notes: ISL invoices tuition per term (three terms per academic year) and, except for Reception 3 where fees are paid monthly, the standard payment pattern is termly. The per-term figures shown below are the annual fee divided by three and are presented to two decimal places. The amounts are shown in Swiss francs (CHF).

- Reception 3 (Early Childhood): fees are paid monthly; programme options vary by number of sessions per week (monthly and annual rates vary with the chosen weekly sessions). (See Billing schedule and Reception 3 note below for payment timing.).

- Reception 4 (equivalent to full-time kindergarten): Annual CHF 28,200 — Per term CHF 9,400.00.

- Year 1 to Year 5: Annual CHF 29,010 — Per term CHF 9,670.00.

- Year 6 to Year 8: Annual CHF 33,290 — Per term CHF 11,096.67.

- Year 9 to Year 10: Annual CHF 36,190 — Per term CHF 12,063.33.

- Year 11 to Year 13: Annual CHF 38,990 — Per term CHF 12,996.67.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard invoicing and due dates: Autumn term (August–December) is invoiced in June and payable in August; Winter term (January–March) is invoiced in November and payable in December; Spring term (April–June) is invoiced in February and payable in March. For students in Reception 3, fees are payable monthly from September to June. Optional services (transportation, meals, private lessons, optional trips) are invoiced separately each term a few weeks after mandatory fees.

- Initial payments: when a place is offered prior to 31 March, the acceptance fee (if applicable) and the first term's tuition and other academic-related fees must be paid within ten working days to secure the place; if the offer is made after 31 March the first term's tuition and other academic-related fees are due within ten working days of the offer. Invoices are generally payable within 30 days unless otherwise stated on the invoice.

Boarding fees

- ISL operates as a day school; boarding provision is not applicable.

Other academic-related costs and optional services

- Curriculum-related and other academic-related fees vary by year group and by term. Typical additional academic-related charges (field trips, curriculum visits, ski/ice-skating programmes, course-related visits) can range from CHF 0 up to approximately CHF 2,500 per school year depending on year group and activities. Specific components such as transport, school meals, private lessons, and optional school trips are invoiced separately on a term-by-term basis. The school's published schedule of other academic-related fees gives detailed term-by-term examples by year group.

- Uniforms and school-shop items: ISL does not require a compulsory uniform; purchases from the school shop or recommended items are optional and would be charged separately if bought.

Discounts

- Sibling discount: 5% for the third child, 10% for the fourth child, and 15% for the fifth child and above. Discounts are applied in descending order by year level.

- Annual upfront payment discount: Families invoiced directly by the school who pay the full annual tuition before the start of the academic year receive a 1.5% discount on the full annual tuition. Employer-sponsored invoicing arrangements are supported where a company signs an agreement to be invoiced directly.

Refund and withdrawal (key points)

- Acceptance fee: non-refundable.

- New enrolments cancelled before the published deadline for notification of withdrawal for a term: only the acceptance fee is due. If cancellation occurs after the published deadline for notification of withdrawal for the relevant term, tuition and other academic-related fees for that term become payable in full. The school publishes explicit notification deadlines by term (for example: to leave at the end of the Autumn term, notification must be received by 30 September; to leave at the end of the Winter term, notification must be received by 15 January; to leave at the end of the school year, notification must be received by 31 March). Fees for a term that has started are payable in full. Temporary withdrawal rules and conditions for holding a place are set out in the school's terms and conditions.

Fee payment options and invoicing details

- Initial enrolment payments (acceptance fee and first term fees) are to be paid by bank transfer using the school's provided banking details. Invoices for subsequent fees are issued termly and are payable within the stated invoice terms (generally within 30 days unless otherwise stated on the invoice). Employer-sponsored invoicing is available under specific agreement. Optional service charges such as transport or meals are invoiced separately at the beginning of each term.

Summary (practical points for parents)

- Expect a one-off acceptance fee of CHF 5,000 on confirmation of a place for Year 1–13 students; Reception 3 and Reception 4 are exempt from that acceptance fee.

- Annual tuition by year group (2025/26): Reception 4 CHF 28,200; Years 1–5 CHF 29,010; Years 6–8 CHF 33,290; Years 9–10 CHF 36,190; Years 11–13 CHF 38,990 — with standard termly billing (one third of the annual amount) except Reception 3 (monthly).

- Additional academic-related charges and optional services (transport, meals, trips, private lessons) are invoiced separately by term and can add up to a few thousand francs depending on year group and participation.

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Curriculum

The International School Lausanne is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). A CASEL-based well-being curriculum supports students' social and emotional development. PYP serves ages 3–11, emphasizing developing the whole child as an inquirer and fostering international-mindedness and personal values. MYP serves ages 11–16, helping students build knowledge, understanding, attitudes and skills to participate actively in a changing world. DP serves ages 16–18, providing a broad range of subjects with depth to prepare for higher education.

Exam Results

IB Diploma results for the Class of 2025 show an average score of 35.7 out of 45. 99% of graduates obtained the IB Diploma. 24% scored 40–45 points, and 39% earned a bilingual Diploma. University destinations are listed for graduates pursuing higher education worldwide.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates pursue higher education at a wide range of universities worldwide.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Counselling promotes holistic development and well-being for every student. The well-being programme is built on CASEL's five competencies: self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, responsible decision-making, and social awareness. Counsellors work with classroom teachers, school leadership, and the Student Support Services team to identify and meet individual needs. The service includes education, prevention, and crisis interventions delivered through one-on-one sessions when needed, as well as regular classes focused on psychosocial development and awareness. The approach supports students to become confident, independent learners.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

ISL provides learning support for mild to mild-to-moderate needs through a progression that includes Progress Plan, Individualised Education Plan, and 1:1 support. These supports are planned from data collected by classroom teachers and, when needed, external evaluations, and are delivered by the Student Support Services Coordinator. Support is designed to enable independent learning and to allow students to participate in mainstream classes. Costs for 1:1 support are in addition to standard ISL fees.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support addresses the needs of students from non-English-speaking backgrounds who are developing interpersonal and academic English. The EAL department provides a range of direct and indirect support, including individual instruction, small-group instruction, in-class support, co-teaching with homeroom or subject-specific teachers, and provision of modifications to help students access the mainstream curriculum. The flexible programme allows support to be tailored to each student's needs.

Mental Wellbeing

Counselling supports mental well-being and personal growth for every student. The well-being programme includes education, prevention, and crisis interventions delivered through one-on-one sessions and regular classes on psychosocial development. It is grounded in CASEL's five competencies, and the well-being team collaborates with teachers, leadership, and other ISL specialists to address individual needs.

Safeguarding

Keeping children safe is the responsibility of the whole school community and safeguarding is woven into every aspect of school life. Designated Safeguarding Leads are in place across the school sections, supported by counsellors and nurses who respond to concerns. A confidential safeguarding reporting channel is available via a reporting form and directly to the designated leads. The school maintains safeguarding policies, documents, and access to external services as needed.

Admissions

Step 1: Start the process by submitting an inquiry or beginning an online application. The Admissions team provides guidance throughout the process. You can request to be contacted via an inquiry form, and you can return to an in-progress application via the Admissions portal at any time. There is no charge at the application stage.

Step 2: Gather all requested documents as outlined in the admissions materials. Useful documents include Age equivalence, Admissions policy, Terms and Conditions, FAQ Admissions, and the High School Profile; prepare copies and translations as needed. These materials cover the information you need to complete the application process.

Step 3: The next steps after we receive your application: Your child's application is added to our waiting list. The waiting list is used until a place becomes available, and you will be informed as soon as a space opens.

Step 4: As soon as a place becomes available you will be informed. The Admissions team will notify you when a space arises and you can proceed with the enrollment steps.

Step 5: Our principals will assess your child's application. The assessment determines eligibility for admission based on the program requirements and your child's profile.

Step 6: Upon successful assessment, an offer of a place will be made. If offered, you will be invited to proceed with enrollment steps and formalities.

Step 7: You will be asked to sign the enrollment contract and pay the acceptance and the first term's fees. This confirms the placement and initiates the payment obligations for enrollment.

Step 8: You will receive confirmation of your child's enrolment. Final enrollment is completed when the contract is signed and payments are settled.

Waitlist

ISL uses a waiting list system. After submitting an application, the child's application is added to the waiting list. When a place becomes available, you will be informed and the enrollment process continues with the formal assessment and potential offer.

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Kumon Leysin Academy of Switzerland

Instructs in English, Japanese

Ages 15 - 18 years

Fees CHF 48,000 - 50,400

Pupils 135

Type Co-educational (boarding)

KLAS is a boarding high school in Leysin, Switzerland, aligned with the Japanese education system. Its three‑year program serves students aged 15 to 18 (grades 10–12) and leads to eligibility for Japanese and non‑Japanese universities. The curriculum combines the Japanese Curriculum with Advanced Placement, and in 11th and 12th grades students can choose the Main Bilingual Program or the Advanced English Program, supporting English, Japanese, and French development. The school is accredited by MEXT and recognized by Vaud cantonal authorities. Students live in dormitories for boys and girls, each overseen by a dorm parent; daily routines run 08:00–15:25 for classes, 16:00–17:45 for activities, 19:00–21:00 for study, with in‑room time 22:00–22:30. Each student participates in at least two supervised after‑school activities weekly. Leysin's ski resort enables ski/snowboard sessions. Offerings include a Musical Production since 1995, Model United Nations, music and language lessons, choir, concert band, exchange program, trips, and college guidance.

Location

Route de Versmont 6 CP110, 1854 Leysin, Switzerland. Leysin lies on a sunny plateau at about 1200 meters above the Rhone Valley and Lake Geneva, and is accessible by rail and road; Geneva Airport is about 90 minutes from KLAS by road to Aigle and then by mountain road to Leysin. By train, it takes about two hours from the airport with a change at Aigle to the Leysin funicular to Leysin-Feydey.

Stages

Three-year high school (10th through 12th grades), approximately 45 students per grade.

Type

High school with dormitory life.

Country affiliation

Japan (affiliated with the Japanese education system; graduates eligible for Japanese universities).

Annual tuition and total annual school fee
- CHF 50,400 per year is the school's annual school fee for new entrants (amount charged in Swiss francs).

Breakdown of the annual school fee (full year)
- Tuition (classes and faculty): CHF 20,000 per year.
- School activity fee (European and Swiss cultural trips, day trips, clubs, faculty-family activities, student council events, ski/snowboard lessons): CHF 10,100 per year.
- Boarding and meal costs (all meals every day, linen, cleaning, utilities): CHF 12,800 per year.
- Facility fee (land, buildings and maintenance for school and dormitory): CHF 7,500 per year.

Tuition by year group / per-term amounts
- The published annual school fee is CHF 50,400 per student; no separate published schedule by grade level is shown. The annual fee is collected in two installments; therefore each installment equals CHF 25,200 (half of CHF 50,400).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual school fees are payable in Swiss francs and are due in two installments each year. The deadlines are at the end of June and at the end of December (payment by the end of June and by the end of December). The Japanese-yen equivalent will vary with the exchange rate at time of payment.

Application and admissions payments
- Overseas application (examination) fee: JPY 30,000 (payable by telegraphic/bank transfer to the designated account when submitting application materials; net-banking transfers are also accepted).
- Enrollment (admission) deposit at time of acceptance: JPY 600,000, payable by bank transfer to the school's designated account. This enrollment deposit is not returned if the candidate later declines admission.

Boarding fees
- Boarding and meal costs are included in the annual school fee as the line item “寮費・食費” of CHF 12,800 per year (this covers full daily meals, linen, cleaning and utilities). Boarding is therefore part of the CHF 50,400 annual charge.

Other costs and typical additional expenses
- Medical insurance: approximately CHF 1,600 per year.
- IELTS test fees (twice yearly estimate): approximately CHF 780.
- Student residence permit application fee and student residence tax: approximately CHF 750.
- Textbooks: from CHF 75–180 if ordering from Japan (varies by year/subjects), or about CHF 100–200 if ordered from outside Japan.
- Sports centre annual fee / ski pass: about CHF 500 (age-dependent).
- Winter temporary home-travel (round-trip Switzerland–Japan estimate): about CHF 1,500.
- The school collects an upfront personal-spending deposit for managed student personal expenses: CHF 6,000 per year is collected and held/managed by the school.
- Participation in optional or additional activities may incur separate charges.
- No separate uniform fee is listed as a standalone item in the published fee breakdown.

Refund information
- The enrollment (admission) deposit of JPY 600,000 is non-refundable if the candidate declines admission after payment. No separate refund schedule for tuition installments is specified in the published fee information.

Fee payment options and currency
- All regular school charges are billed in Swiss francs (CHF). Payments for school fees are expected in Swiss francs; the Japanese-yen equivalent will change with exchange rates.
- Application and admission-related fees are paid by bank transfer (telegraphic transfer) to the school's designated bank account; net-banking transfers are explicitly accepted for the application fee. For international payments, parents should use bank transfer / telegraphic transfer in the required currency as instructed by the school.

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Institut Monte Rosa

Instructs in English

Ages 8 - 19 years

Fees CHF 74,000 - 85,000

Pupils 80

Type Co-educational (boarding)

Institut Monte Rosa is an independent, co-educational boarding school in Switzerland that welcomes students aged 8 through 18. The school offers an Anglo-American college-preparatory program within an International Section, with Junior High (Grades 7–8) and High School (Grades 9–12) taught in English. Students study English Literature and Language, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies, Geography and History, plus a Foreign Language curriculum that includes French, German, Italian and Spanish, with optional Russian and Mandarin. The school also provides Cambridge IGCSE and other assessment routes alongside IELTS, TOEFL, SAT/College Board exams, and DELF. A postgraduate year concentrates on business, economics and computer studies, and a Trans-Academic English program supports college entry. Facilities are arranged in a home-like setting with on-site gardens, sports fields, classrooms, a computer room and quiet study spaces; dining is available at an on-site iSnack Bar. The Gademann family has led the school since the 1960s, carrying forward Swiss tradition.

Location

Montreux, Switzerland (Territet-Montreux area); 57 Avenue de Chillon, CH-1820 Montreux

Stages

Primary School; Junior High School; High School

Type

Independent boarding school (co-educational)

Additional learning support

Individualized Education Program (IEP) offers tailor-made education with extra attention; supports learning needs within the school and boarding environment; includes an Intensive English Program for pupils whose mother tongue is not English

Country affiliation

Switzerland

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is provided. Students are accommodated in spacious double or single rooms, with boys and girls living on separate floors. The campus includes modern classrooms, IT and multimedia rooms, an arts and crafts room, a laboratory, a snack bar, and indoor and outdoor sports facilities with a private tennis court; students may keep their mobile phones during their stay.

Uniform Requirement

The school does not have a uniform but has a dress code where students are expected to dress in an appropriate and respectful manner.

Food Options

European and international cuisine is served. The school has its own kitchen with a chef. Meals are served three times a day in the dining room: breakfast is a buffet, lunch and dinner are three-course meals served at the table. For allergies or dietary restrictions, please mention them in the application; special meals are prepared accordingly, with potential extra costs.

House System

Students are accommodated by age, with girls and boys separated. They stay in double rooms (or triple rooms during Summer Holiday Courses). Girls and junior boys are in the main building; toilets and showers are on each floor. Senior boys (16+ years) live in a building opposite the school with en-suite bathrooms. Single and en-suite rooms are available on request at extra cost.

Governance and Ownership

Monte Rosa S.A. is a Swiss joint stock company with its registered office in Territet-Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland, and identification number CH-550.0.128.600-7.

Application fees

- A one-time application fee is charged for admission to the academic programme: CHF 800.

Tuition fees by student type and year group

- Boarding (annual): CHF 74,000 per year (full boarding).

- Day student tuition: no reliable, current per‑year or per‑term day‑student fee table was publicly available for the current academic year; published summaries and third‑party profiles reference a figure of CHF 74,000 in past years but a definitive breakdown by year group or per term for day students could not be located.

Per‑term / per‑year presentation

- The school publishes a single annual fee figure for boarding students (CHF 74,000). No separate, consistently published per‑term schedule or year‑group pricing table for the regular academic programme was found in the publicly available materials. Where weekly or short‑course pricing is published (summer programmes), those are itemised on a weekly basis rather than by school year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- New enrolments commonly require a non‑refundable application fee to begin processing. For short courses, a refundable deposit and a clear payment deadline are required; full payment deadlines are applied to guarantee bookings. For academic enrolment, a security/deposit payment is required to secure a place (amounts vary by programme).

- Bank transfers in Swiss francs to the school's UBS account (IBAN and SWIFT provided in the school's payment instructions) are accepted for settlement of fees. Credit card payments are accepted on site but any credit card processing fees are added to the invoice at the cardholder's expense.

- Invoices and parental responsibility clauses require payment within 30 days of invoice unless other terms are agreed; the school may refuse entry if required payments are not received by the stated deadlines. For short courses, specific cancellation deadlines with percentage charges of the basic fee are published.

Boarding fees and related charges

- Boarding tuition (annual) is published as CHF 74,000. A deposit/security for boarding places is required; third‑party summaries list a deposit figure of CHF 5,000 and an additional provision for personal expenses (example: CHF 10,000) for boarding students. These items are invoiced in addition to the annual boarding tuition.

- Short‑stay and summer residential pricing is quoted per week (for example, the summer programme listed weekly boarding and day rates), and optional supplements apply for single rooms, laundry, supervised airport transfers and special excursions. Compulsory accident and liability insurance for short courses is charged per week in those schedules.

Other costs and optional extras

- Short courses list optional extras such as single‑room supplements, laundry service, private lessons, special excursions, and escorted airport transfers with specific per‑service charges. Compulsory residence taxes and accident/liability insurance for certain programmes are added to final invoices where applicable. Examples from published short‑course materials include weekly single‑room supplement and laundry fees and per‑activity charges.

- No consistently published, schoolwide uniform charge or mandatory uniform fee for the academic boarding programme was located in the publicly available materials. Uniforms, books, exam fees or specific equipment costs may be charged separately or included depending on programme and year group; these items were not listed in a single, current fee schedule available publicly.

Refund and cancellation policy

- The school applies cancellation and withdrawal charges. For short courses, a graduated refund schedule applies (for example: a percentage of the basic fee retained depending on how many days before the programme start the cancellation occurs). In the short‑course terms, if a stay is interrupted the entire basic fee may be retained; expulsions can result in no refund. Deposits for short stays are credited to the final invoice or refundable according to the short‑course terms.

- For the academic boarding programme, a security deposit is retained until final settlement of the account and may be refunded when accounts are settled; specific academic‑year withdrawal and refund percentages were not available in a single published academic fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include bank transfer (Swiss francs) to the school's UBS account (IBAN and SWIFT provided in the school's payment instructions) and on‑site credit card payment; credit card processing fees are passed on to the payer. Specific online payment portals or multi‑currency card processing arrangements were not itemised in the public documents located.

Notes on availability of details

- The publicly accessible registration and fees page contains minimal programme listings and indicates that international programme availability may vary. A full, current academic year breakdown by year group and per‑term instalment schedule was not found on the publicly accessible pages at the time of review; short‑course (summer) pricing and conditions are published with clear weekly and optional charges.

(Brief summary of what was located and what could not be found: the publicly available materials include a clear annual boarding tuition figure (CHF 74,000) and examples of deposits, personal‑expense provisions and short‑course weekly pricing; however, a complete, up‑to‑date academic year fee schedule that breaks tuition down by individual year groups and term instalments for the regular academic boarding/day programmes was not located in the public documents reviewed.)

Curriculum

The International Section offers Junior High School (Grades 7–8) and High School (Grades 9–12) with a college-preparatory Anglo-American program. Courses are taught in English and cover English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, Science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics), Social Studies, Geography, History, US History, and Foreign Language. Intensive language study is provided through EFL and languages including French, German, Italian and Spanish, with optional Russian and Mandarin. The program also offers Cambridge exams, IELTS, TOEFL, College Board examinations, and DELF; a postgraduate year focuses on business, economics and computer studies, and a Trans-Academic program is available in English.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are prepared for university entrance. The High School diploma is accepted by universities in the USA, Canada and American colleges overseas. Students in Grades 11–12 prepare for College Board examinations, including SATs or APs, and language certificates such as Cambridge, IELTS and DELF.

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Surval Montreux

Instructs in English, French

Ages 9 - 18 years

Fees CHF 112,000

Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)

Surval Montreux is an international all-girls boarding school set high above Lake Geneva in Montreux. It offers an American curriculum with AP courses, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, taught to students aged 12 to 18. The program is personalised with small class sizes and a coaching approach, supporting the American High School Diploma, the Swiss Gap Experience and short-term stays. English is the main language of instruction, with French taught across the school and Spanish available in Summer Camp. The campus is housed in a former hotel and provides science labs, a refurbished library, an art room and a professional cookery room, plus a family-style dining area. Bedrooms are typically shared by 2-3 girls with ensuite facilities; amenities include laundry on site, a tennis court and a fitness/dance area. A broad enrichment calendar features MUN, language clubs, Sustainability, arts activities and a strong sport programme and lifelong learning opportunities.

Location

Montreux, Switzerland. Route de Glion 56, 1820 Montreux; views over Lake Geneva and the Alps.

Stages

Ages 12–19 (Academic Year, Winter Camp, Swiss Gap Year); 9–18 (Summer Camp).

Type

International all-girls boarding school

Pupil Nationality Mix

International mix; up to 60 residents from around the world.

Additional learning support

Tailored language support available; small class sizes (average 6 students).

Country affiliation

Bellevue Education group

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is available for girls aged 12 to 19 in a warm, close-knit house. Up to 60 girls from around the world live together; a resident staff team provides care, encouragement, and guidance to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Bedrooms are typically shared by two or three girls, with a small number of single rooms. Most rooms have balconies with views of Lake Geneva or the Alps and include en-suite showers, personal safes, fridges for drinks and snacks, and Wi-Fi.

Food Options

Meals are provided as part of boarding, with a varied, healthy international menu and accommodation of dietary needs. Fees include meals as part of tuition and boarding.

House System

The boarding house creates a home away from home in a warm, close-knit community. Bedrooms are typically shared by two to three girls, with some singles; resident staff provide mentoring and pastoral care.

Governance and Ownership

The school is affiliated with the Bellevue Education group; Bellevue Education acquired Surval Montreux in 2012.

Curriculum

The curriculum is personalised around the individual, with small class sizes (average 6 students) and a coaching-style approach. It offers the American High School Diploma with AP courses, Swiss Gap Experience, and short-term academic stays; language instruction is English and French, with Spanish available for Summer Camp.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size: 6 students.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates leave with credentials ready for university admissions worldwide.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Mentoring and pastoral care support each student as an individual. Every girl has a mentor from the boarding or teaching team who listens, offers guidance, and helps set personal goals. A professional counselling service is available for those who value an independent listening ear. A Setting That Inspires Wellbeing describes the daily calm and mindfulness fostered by the boarding environment. Weekend activities revolve around Adventure, Culture and Sport and include excursions, supporting social development and community building. The Surval experience emphasises social enterprise and community involvement, reinforcing empathy, collaboration and global perspectives.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the primary language of instruction and French is shared across the school. Girls can study for IGCSE English as a Second Language, TOEFL and other English qualifications from PET through to IELTS. Girls also have the option to study additional languages including German, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish at conversational or exam levels. All students study French through the DELF pathway aligned with CEFR (A1–C2), with the opportunity to achieve a DELF diploma. DELF levels are chosen by ability rather than age, and all students taking French have the opportunity to gain a Diploma. Language immersion experiences include the Language & Culture Programme and Language in Action, providing real-world practice in English and French.

Mental Wellbeing

A Setting That Inspires Wellbeing describes the serene boarding environment that fosters daily calm and mindfulness. Mentoring and pastoral care ensure every student is known and supported as an individual, with mentors who listen, guide, and help set personal goals. A professional counselling service is available for students who want independent support. Weekly weekend activities focus on Adventure, Culture and Sport, with excursions that contribute to personal growth and resilience. Board life supports wellbeing and belonging through a caring community.

Safeguarding

Surval Montreux is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. A dedicated boarding team, mentors, and counsellor ensure every girl feels safe and supported. Pastoral care and wellbeing are central to daily life in the boarding community. Professional counselling is available for students who want independent support.

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Brillantmont International School

Instructs in English

Ages 13 - 18 years

Fees CHF 34,000 - 111,000

Pupils 100

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Brillantmont International School is a long-established, family-run boarding and day school in Lausanne, Switzerland, educating students aged 12 to 18. The campus sits in leafy grounds, five minutes from the city centre, and comprises eight buildings with classrooms and boarding facilities. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS and A Levels, and an American curriculum, with a 13th Grade option for a year tailored to university plans. Middle School (7th–8th) provides English language support and a broad subject base, while High School (9th–12th) offers personalised timetables and UK and US exam pathways, and 7th–10th grade courses prepare for the IB. All teaching is in English, with French as a host language taught through end of 10th grade. The school emphasizes intercultural understanding, small classes, and international university admissions. Extracurriculars span Art, Music and Dance; Model United Nations; Habitat for Humanity and other service activities, and sport and outdoor options.

Location

Lausanne, Switzerland. The school is in the centre of Lausanne in an exclusive residential area, set in parkland with views of the lake and close to forests. Lausanne is in the French-speaking part of Switzerland and is about 40 minutes by train from Geneva International Airport. The campus is easily reached by metro and bus and is located at Avenue Charles-Secrétan 16, 1005 Lausanne.

Stages

Grades 8–12. The school welcomes students into Grades 8–12, with 8th–10th Grade programmes leading to British IGCSE and English-language instruction, and 11th–12th Grades offering British A Levels or a High School Diploma.

Type

Co-educational day and boarding school.

Additional learning support

EAL (English as an Additional Language) support is available.

Country affiliation

Switzerland.

School day structure

The Brillantmont school day for boarding students starts at 07:00 with wake-up, breakfast and room care, then classes from 08:15. The day includes a lunch break at 11:55–12:45, classes finish at 16:00, after-school activities 16:00–18:30 and scheduled study time; evenings include boarding activities and further study before lights-out.

Bus service

A school bus service is available for day students.

Boarding Arrangements

All boarding accommodation is on campus in five on-site buildings, with a secure access system. Boys and girls live in separate houses organized by age, and a member of the boarding team lives on each floor. Most students share a twin room with someone from another nationality, and younger students may be in triple occupancy.

Food Options

Meals are served in the dining room with a warm meal and a balanced meat-based or vegetarian menu. The majority of day students eat lunch at Brillantmont.

House System

Every student belongs to one of five houses: Anker, Piccard, Rousseau, Chaplin, Einstein. The houses meet weekly for team-building and inter-house events, fostering belonging and leadership.

Governance and Ownership

Brillantmont is family-owned and run by the same family since 1882 and is not part of a larger group.

Application / registration fees and confirmation deposits

- Boarding students: Registration fee CHF 2,000 (non‑refundable). An Admission Deposit of CHF 12,000 is required to confirm enrolment; this deposit is held separately from school fees and is returned in full on the final statement of account subject to the school's terms and provided no unpaid fees or penalties remain. New boarding students are charged an initial Brillantmont kit (t‑shirt, polo, sweatshirt, tracksuit) of CHF 350 for the 2025–2026 academic year; this amount is deducted from the personal expenses deposit.

- Day students: Registration fee CHF 1,600 (non‑refundable). An Admission Deposit of CHF 2,000 is required to confirm enrolment for day students; the deposit is held separately and returned in full on the final statement of account subject to the school's terms. Day students receive one set of Brillantmont branded kit included in the fees.

Tuition and boarding fees by year group (annual and per‑term detail for the 2025–2026 academic year)

- Boarding annual fees (2025–2026, prices in Swiss francs, including VAT):
- 8th Grade / 9th Grade: CHF 94,500 per year. Per term: Autumn (Sept–Dec) CHF 40,500; Winter (Jan–Mar) CHF 27,000; Spring (Apr–Jun) CHF 27,000.
- 10th Grade: CHF 98,500 per year. Per term: Autumn CHF 42,300; Winter CHF 28,100; Spring CHF 28,100.
- 11th / 12th / 13th (PG Year): CHF 104,500 per year. Per term: Autumn CHF 44,700; Winter CHF 29,900; Spring CHF 29,900.
These boarding annual fees are stated inclusive of VAT and include specified items such as full board and lodging, most in‑school activities and several school trips as outlined in the school's fee schedule.

- Day student annual fees (2025–2026):
- 8th Grade / 9th Grade: CHF 34,000 per year. Per term: Autumn CHF 14,000; Winter CHF 10,000; Spring CHF 10,000.
- 10th Grade: CHF 36,000 per year. Per term: Autumn CHF 15,000; Winter CHF 10,500; Spring CHF 10,500.
- 11th / 12th / 13th (PG Year): CHF 38,000 per year. Per term: Autumn CHF 16,000; Winter CHF 11,000; Spring CHF 11,000.
Day‑student fees include lunch, one set of Brillantmont kit, some school activities and core learning materials as specified in the fee documentation.

Other compulsory deposits and routine/optional costs

- Personal expenses deposit (boarding students): CHF 6,000; this deposit appears on the first term invoice and is used to cover personal and optional costs (private lessons, external clubs, off‑programme trips, ski hire, non‑school excursions, some laundry charges for older students, graduation dinner, etc.). Any unused balance is refunded on the final statement when the student leaves.

- Pocket money recommendation: school guidance recommends a weekly allowance between CHF 30 and CHF 120 (in multiples of CHF 10); parents are asked to send the chosen weekly sum multiplied by the number of weeks in the school year (35 weeks) as the first payment with school fees so a pocket money account can be established.

- Academic/examination charges: Official external examination fees (IGCSE, A Level, IELTS) and any private tuition or exam entry fees are charged to the Personal Expenses Deposit or invoiced separately. School books for courses are provided and returned at year end; books not returned in satisfactory condition are charged.

- English additional support and SEN support (where required): Extra English (EAL) support is charged at CHF 7,500 per academic year (standard two periods per week package). Special Educational Needs / Learning Support standard package is charged at CHF 7,500 per academic year (two periods per week); further specialist external support may incur additional costs.

- Health and accident insurance: Private health and accident insurance in private division is quoted at CHF 2,700 per year; a pro‑rata reimbursement is made for months not attended on departure. Students who leave Switzerland in June receive a specific reimbursement (document cites CHF 410 for the summer months' portion).

Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties

- Per‑term billing: The school issues fees per term (Autumn, Winter, Spring) with the per‑term amounts shown above for each year group. For the 2025–2026 school year the published payment deadlines and arrangements in the school's fee documentation are: for certain entry dates the fees for the first two terms are required by an early deadline and the third term by a later deadline; separate, specific due dates are set for Autumn/Winter/Spring invoices as shown in the school's fee schedules and payment sections. Interest and consequences for late payment: the school reserves the right to cancel enrolment or to withhold access to school activities in the event of late payment, and to charge interest on unpaid sums (documented at 5% p.a. in the school's financial conditions).

- Exact due‑date examples published in the 2025–2026 documents (examples as stated in the school's fee documents):
- Day students: Autumn term payment due before 30 June 2025; Winter term due before 31 October 2025; Spring term due before 31 January 2026.
- Boarding students: the fee documents set specific due dates that depend on the student's start date (September, January or April starts); the school's terms of payment section lists the exact deadlines applicable to each start date and the timing when invoices must be settled. Late enrolment results in fees becoming due on receipt of an invoice.

Payment methods

- Preferred online payment platform: Flywire (international secure payment platform) is recommended for international transfers; parents are provided with a personalised payment reference for invoice reconciliation.
- Bank transfer: payment by bank transfer is accepted; details of the school account are provided on invoices. All payments must be made in Swiss Francs (CHF) and the full invoiced amount must be received.
- Cash payments and credit card payments are not accepted.
- Refunds are paid back into the account from which funds were received.

Refunds, withdrawal and cancellation rules

- Admission Deposit: The Admission Deposit is returned in full on the final statement of account once all fees and charges have been settled, except where the student's place is cancelled or the student is expelled or withdrawn after published deadlines — in those cases the Admission Deposit may be retained until outstanding fees are paid or may not be reimbursed as specified in the enrolment cancellation rules.

- Personal expenses deposit: Any remaining balance of the Personal Expenses Deposit is refunded on the final statement after departure and settlement of outstanding items.

- Cancellation and withdrawal deadlines: Published deadlines apply for cancelling the enrolment of a new student (deadlines depend on the intended start term) and for withdrawing a current student for the following academic year; cancelling after the stated deadlines will generally make the full fees for the following term payable and may affect the refund of the Admission Deposit.

- Expulsion: In the event of expulsion the term is payable in full and the full fees for the following term are also due; the Admission Deposit will not be reimbursed until fees have been paid.

- Insurance refunds: Health insurance is refundable on a pro‑rata basis for months not attended; the fee documentation provides an example reimbursement amount for summer months.

Other notes on recurring/optional charges

- Certain trips and optional programmes (October break trips, ski week, international or optional residential trips, MUN, Service Learning, special tournaments) and travel costs (plane tickets) are invoiced separately when they exceed specific thresholds.
- Graduation dinner, some external exam or university application costs and private lessons or external specialist support are charged to the Personal Expenses Deposit or invoiced separately according to the school's published schedules. Laundry is included for younger boarding students in specified grades; laundry for older students appears under items charged to the personal expenses deposit.

(End of fees summary for the current school‑year fee documents published for Brillantmont International School.)

Curriculum

Middle School runs 7th-8th Grade for international students aged 12-14 and covers a broad range of subjects, with English language support as needed. High School runs 9th-12th Grade with personalised timetables to develop each student's strengths and interests. Brillantmont offers British IGCSE/AS/A Level examinations (Cambridge) along with American PSAT, SAT tests and IELTS; 7th-10th Grade courses also provide preparation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). Post High School 13th Grade Programme is available for a final European year tailored to the student's university plans. All teaching is in English, with English support available, and all students follow classes in French, the host language; French is encouraged and taught up to at least the end of 10th Grade. The school emphasizes intercultural understanding, small classes, and preparation for international university admissions.

Student Teacher Ratio

Staff ratio is 5:1.

Higher Education Progression

100% of graduates continue to higher education worldwide. A Guidance Counsellor starts working with students from 10th Grade to explore options and prepare university applications. University fairs and Open Days are held, and universities from around the world regularly visit Brillantmont to present to prospective students.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Intercultural understanding is central to Brillantmont's way of life. Students come from around 30 cultures and live together, learning from each other about different cultures and experiences. The climate emphasizes mutual respect and openness to others. In addition to classroom learning, Brillantmont offers opportunities such as Community Service, Model United Nations, TEDx, excursions and class trips to broaden horizons and foster global citizenship.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

All teaching is in English, with English support available if needed. All students follow classes in French, the host language.

Mental Wellbeing

Health and well-being are valued as important to achieving personal happiness and success.

Safeguarding

All Brillantmont staff have undertaken safeguarding certification courses and there is a clearly defined safeguarding policy. The school complies with Swiss Federal and Cantonal laws pertaining to child protection. Brillantmont adheres to safeguarding policies and the Council of International Schools' code of conduct.

Admissions

1. Pre-registration creates an Admissions Portal profile by submitting the Pre-Registration Form. After submission, a password is issued to log into the Admissions Portal with your email. In the portal you provide information about your family and upload documents such as school reports, your passport, and medical information. Have these documents ready to speed up the process.

2. An Admissions test in Maths and English is sent for all grades; additional tests may be required for Grade 11 or Grade 13. The tests help assess academic fit for the programme. You will receive instructions on how to complete the tests as part of the application process.

3. A date for a Zoom interview or an on-campus interview is scheduled. The interview provides an opportunity to discuss your child's interests and the academic programme. Staff may request further information or clarification during the interview. The interview can be conducted remotely if travel is difficult.

4. You will be asked to pay the registration fee, which is non-refundable. A student ID number is provided to effect the payment via the online secure platform. Payment completes a key step in processing the application and initiates formal review. The registration fee covers the administrative handling of the file.

5. The completed admissions file is reviewed by the Head of Admissions and the decision is communicated in writing as one of: Acceptance, Waiting list, or Refused. The review considers academic records, test results, and the interview.

6. If accepted, Brillantmont sends an Offer of Admission and an Acceptance Form. The family signs and returns the Acceptance Form, typically within 10 days. The process signals the commitment to enroll and begins the next enrollment steps.

7. The family signs the Acceptance Form and returns it within 10 days and pays the Admission Deposit within 10 days to secure the place. The Admission Deposit secures the student's place and is refunded at the end of the student's stay. The admission is not final until the Admission Deposit is received.

8. What's next? On receipt of the Admissions Deposit, the admission is confirmed and the student becomes part of the Brillantmont community. A meeting with the Head of Academics may be arranged to discuss the academic programme. A buddy will be connected to the student a few weeks prior to arrival. Visa arrangements apply: non-EU students staying longer than 3 months may require a visa, which can take up to 12 weeks; the family is responsible for obtaining the entry visa. Brillantmont will apply for a student residency permit (B Permit) once the student arrives in Switzerland.

Waitlist

Waitlist: After the admissions review, a decision may place the candidate on the Waiting list. The written outcome will specify whether the candidate is accepted, placed on the Waiting list, or refused. If on the Waiting list, the school will contact you if a place becomes available, or a final decision will be issued.

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École Riviera

Instructs in French, English

Ages 0 - 16 years

Fees CHF 9,600 - 20,800

Pupils 130

Type Co-educational

École Riviera is a bilingual day school in Montreux, founded in 2002. It delivers the Swiss curriculum in French and English for pupils from 3 months to 16 years, with tailored support and rigorous progress tracking. From pre-school to Secondary, it offers increasing bilingual immersion and, from Year 5, German in Primary and a bilingual Secondary with the 11th year preparing students for the baccalaureate and Cambridge English and Goethe German Examinations. The school provides a secure environment and supervision. Facilities include a library, interactive whiteboards in every classroom, classroom computers, an art and crafts room, a music and theatre room, a canteen and a playground; older pupils use mobile devices. Sports take place in external halls; swimming is at the local pool; outdoor fields are used when possible. An extracurricular program runs from Kindergarten to Year 11, including academic, arts, and cultural/language clubs, after-school care, and clubs.

Location

Montreux, Switzerland (centre of Montreux, in the canton of Vaud)

Stages

Nursery (creche La Marelle) through 11th grade (ages 3 months to 16 years); Maternelle, Classe enfantine, Classe primaire, Classe secondaire

Type

Private bilingual day school (French/English)

Additional learning support

Individualized support tailored to each student's needs

Registration / Application fee

- Administrative (registration) fee: CHF 490, billed once and non‑refundable. Payment of this fee secures the pupil's place and must be paid to the school bank account (IBAN: CH38 0076 7000 Z549 8365 4).

Tuition fees (annual amounts) and equivalent per‑term / per‑installment figures

Note on billing formats used by the school: parents may choose monthly, quarterly (three instalments) or annual billing. Annual payments are eligible for a 2% discount; monthly invoices are issued in 10 instalments (11 instalments for Maternelle/Preschool). Per‑term amounts below use the quarterly option (annual ÷ 3). Per‑month amounts use the stated number of instalments.

- Preschool (3–4 years), full time (Mon–Fri 07:30–12:00 / 14:00–16:00):
- Annual: CHF 20,800.
- Per term (quarterly / three instalments): CHF 6,933.33.
- Per instalment if billed monthly in 11 instalments (Maternelle): CHF 1,890.91.

- Preschool 2‑days minimum per week (same hours):
- Annual: CHF 9,600.
- Per term: CHF 3,200.
- Per instalment if billed in 11 instalments: CHF 872.73.

- Additional half‑day (Preschool):
- Morning half‑day (07:30–12:00): CHF 2,800 per year (per term CHF 933.33).
- Afternoon half‑day (14:00–16:00): CHF 1,600 per year (per term CHF 533.33).

- Year 1–2 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30):
- Annual: CHF 16,200. Per term: CHF 5,400. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,620.

- Year 3–4 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30):
- Annual: CHF 16,900. Per term: CHF 5,633.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,690.

- Year 5–6 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30):
- Annual: CHF 17,500. Per term: CHF 5,833.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,750.

- Year 7–8 (full time 08:10–12:45 / 13:45–15:30):
- Annual: CHF 18,400. Per term: CHF 6,133.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,840.

- Year 9–11 (full time 08:10–12:45 / 13:45–15:30):
- Annual: CHF 18,800. Per term: CHF 6,266.67. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,880.

Optional / additional annual fees and one‑off charges

- Afternoon care (1× per week, 16:00–18:00): CHF 600 per year.
- Hot meal and care (1× per week, 12:00–14:00): CHF 600 per year.
- Morning care (from Year 1) (1× per week, 07:30–08:25): CHF 200 per year.
- Midday meal and supervision (1× per week): CHF 600 per year.
- Supervised homework (from Year 3) (1× per week 15:45–17:00): CHF 600 per year.
- Wednesday afternoon with meal (38 weeks, 13:00–18:00): CHF 1,800 per year.
- School transport (morning and evening, 5 days/week):
- Zone 1 (≤ 5 km): CHF 1,300 per year.
- Zone 2 (≤ 10 km): CHF 1,900 per year.
- Zone 3 (> 10 km): CHF 2,600 per year.

- Cambridge exam registration fees (one‑off): PET CHF 190; KET CHF 290; B2 CHF 405.

- Per‑use one‑off charges (examples shown):
- Wednesday afternoon per session (13:00–18:00): CHF 65.
- Morning care per morning (07:30–08:15): CHF 10.
- Afternoon care per afternoon (15:40–18:00): CHF 20.
- One‑off meal with supervision per meal (11:45–13:45): CHF 20.
- Holiday care (Year 1 and 2) per day with meal (07:45–18:00): CHF 100.

What is included and what is billed separately

- Tuition is billed as an "all‑inclusive" fee: school supplies and compulsory excursions are included in the annual tuition. Parents are, however, required to provide a small list of personal items (examples: apron and slippers for Maternelle; basic stationery and calculator/geometry set for older pupils).

- Items billed separately include exam registration fees, clubs and extra support classes, language‑for‑beginners classes, and one‑off options and per‑use services (meals, childcare when used one‑time).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing options: monthly, quarterly (three instalments) or annual. The chosen invoicing frequency must be indicated on the registration form. Annual payments receive a 2% discount if paid within 30 days of the invoice date. If the annual payment term is not respected, the school may cancel the discount and switch to quarterly invoicing. Late payment reminders: first reminder free; after the second reminder a CHF 50 processing fee is added.

Sibling and sponsorship discounts

- Sibling discount: 10% discount on the total school fees for two enrolled children; 35% discount for three or more enrolled children.

- Sponsorship discount: a family already enrolled who sponsors a new student (named on the registration) and the new family each receive a 10% discount valid for 12 months.

Withdrawal and refund rules

- The registration/administrative fee (CHF 490) is non‑refundable. Withdrawal rules and charges are applied as follows and must be sent by registered letter (post stamp is evidence):
- Withdrawal before 30 March (prior to the school year): no charge.
- Withdrawal between 1 April and 30 June: one month of tuition is due.
- Withdrawal between 1 July and the first day of school: two months of tuition are due.
- Any withdrawal during the school year requires two months' notice to take effect at the end of the current quarterly billing period; deadlines for termly billing are specified (e.g., for the first billing trimester, notice by 31 October for termination effective 31 December). No refund is made for non‑participation in mandatory activities or excursions. Specific expulsion/contract‑termination scenarios carry other invoicing rules as set out in the general terms.

Boarding

- The school operates as a day school; there is no boarding provision listed among the school's services. Transport is offered as a day‑service option for commuting pupils.

Fee payment methods and invoicing details

- Bank transfer: invoices and the registration fee are payable to the school bank account (Banque Cantonale Vaudoise, IBAN CH38 0076 7000 Z549 8365 4). Payment is expected by the dates shown on the payment slips. Annual payment must be made within 30 days to qualify for the 2% discount. The school issues invoices and payment slips according to the chosen billing frequency. No explicit public listing of credit‑card acceptance is provided in the school's terms and invoicing documentation.

Other practical notes on fees

- Mandatory activities (recreational, cultural, sporting outings, ski camp) are covered by the all‑inclusive tuition; there is no refund for non‑participation. Parents remain responsible for personal items (pocket money, picnic, optional sports equipment). Specific optional activities, clubs and exam registration fees are charged in addition to tuition. Late refunds or discounts are governed by the withdrawal and billing rules above.

Curriculum

Ecole Riviera is in Montreux and was founded in 2002. It offers bilingual French-English teaching with the benefits of an international education for ages 3 months to 16 years. Progress is tracked rigorously and each pupil receives tailored support. Pre-School is a French-English bilingual program with development across language, numeracy, environment, art and physical development. Infant School uses a 50/50 bilingual program with immersion to support language acquisition. Primary School teaches in French and English, adds German from Year 5, and provides a modern computer room and study trips; Secondary School is bilingual, with the 11th year preparing for the baccalaureate and Cambridge English and Goethe German Examinations.

Exam Results

11th Year prepares pupils for the baccalaureate examinations, with a pass rate of 90-100%. Language qualifications are pursued through Cambridge English Examinations and Goethe German Examinations. Regular learning assessments monitor progress in a bilingual curriculum.

Higher Education Progression

11th Year is the gateway to baccalaureate and higher education. It prepares students to continue their studies in university and higher education institutions. Language qualifications support progression, including Cambridge English and Goethe German examinations.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

École Riviera provides a rounded intellectual, physical, emotional and social education and works with parents and partners to develop the whole child. Pupils are encouraged to develop self‑confidence, independence and personal relationships with family, peers and teachers, and to treat others with respect. The curriculum deliberately supports empathy, responsibility and social skills, including building positive relationships and a secure learning environment where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities. The school emphasises the development of human qualities alongside academic knowledge, and small class sizes help foster harmonious relationships within the school community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Infant School offers individualised teaching and personalised monitoring for every pupil. Primary School provides remedial courses in small groups for mathematics, French and English to support progress and learning needs. The school emphasises targeted support to help pupils progress at their own pace within a bilingual program and broader curriculum.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

A bilingual French‑English programme runs from early years. Pre‑School is French‑English bilingual; Infant School provides 50% of lessons in French and 50% in English; Primary School teaches in French and English with German introduced from Year 5. The Riviera Advantage highlights a bilingual curriculum and German as a third language; Secondary School offers language qualifications and prepares pupils for Cambridge English and Goethe German examinations.

Mental Wellbeing

The school places well-being at the center of learning through a safe, secure environment and supportive relationships. Values and philosophy emphasise emotional and social development, self‑confidence, respect for others and empathy, and learning themes in the early years include personal, social and emotional development to foster autonomy and enjoyment of learning.

Safeguarding

École Riviera is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. Staff undergo safeguarding and related checks as part of ensuring a safe and secure school environment.

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Saint Dominic Savio School

Instructs in French

Ages 2 - 8 years

Fees CHF 18,000 - 20,000

Pupils 45

Type Co-educational

Saint Dominic Savio School is a private international Catholic school in Lausanne offering a French curriculum for children aged 2 to 7. Opened in September 2023, it sits in the Montchoisi district on more than one hectare of green space, with spacious, bright classrooms and daily opportunities for outdoor activity. The school follows an integral education project that builds foundations for lifelong learning through reading, writing and counting in French. Pupils are addressed as 'vous' to promote formal oral language, while English is taught from kindergarten (six hours per week, about 30% of teaching time) and Mandarin weekly from nursery. The Salesian Christian educational approach emphasizes affection, trust and character formation, with daily prayer, liturgical occasions and the life of Dominic Savio shaping school life. Facilities include digital tools to support learning, on-demand childcare, and a calendar of festive events, Club Savio activities, and community and service engagement for families.

Location

Saint Dominique Savio School is located in Lausanne, Switzerland. It is an international Catholic institution offering French education.

Stages

Kindergarten - Early Years (from 30 months to 4 years). Kindergarten - The Middle Section (1P Harmos) (from 4 to 5). Kindergarten - Higher Section (2P) (from 5 to 6). 1st Elementary (3P) from 6 to 7.

Type

Private international Catholic school in Lausanne offering French education.

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Application / enrolment fees
- Enrolment or re‑enrolment fees are waived for families who complete registration before 1 March 2025.
- No fixed public amount for an application/enrolment fee is published; families receive an enrolment charge (if any) as part of the personalised rate provided by the school. Contact the school to obtain the exact enrolment fee for your situation.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school operates early-years and primary sections (TPS / PS / MS / GS / CP / 1st Elementary) for children from 30 months to 7 years. Specific tuition amounts per term or per academic year for each year group are not published publicly. Families are provided with an individualised fee schedule when enquiring about admission.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual payment option: a 3% discount is applied to school fees when annual payment is made before 1 September.
- Sibling discount: a 20% discount applies to school and canteen fees from the second child onwards.
- Financial aid: a means‑tested Savio grant is available; families must apply to be considered.
- The school provides rates adapted to each family's situation; detailed billing cycles (monthly, per term, or other) and the exact payment schedule are supplied with the personalised fee offer.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school is an early‑years / primary day school for children aged approximately 30 months to 7 years. No boarding fees apply.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Canteen / meal costs: canteen fees exist (subject to the sibling discount noted above); specific meal prices are not published in the public fee information.
- Extracurricular / holiday camps: camps and short programmes are charged separately; recent published camp prices include examples such as CHF 420, CHF 450, and CHF 520 for specific weeks (prices vary by programme and week). These camp fees are in addition to regular school fees.
- Uniforms, school supplies, excursions and special activities may incur additional charges; no comprehensive public price list for these items is published.

Refund information
- No public, detailed refund policy for tuition, enrolment fees, or extra activities is published. Refunds and cancellation terms (if any) are handled according to the school's individual billing and admissions terms and should be confirmed directly with the school.

Fee payment options
- Specific permitted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) are not published in the publicly available fee information. Payment methods and invoicing details are provided with the personalised fee offer and invoice. Parents should contact the school to confirm accepted payment methods.

Brief summary of findings
- The school publishes its educational sections, age range, discounts (20% sibling discount; 3% early annual payment discount), availability of means‑tested grants, and separate charges for holiday camps, but does not publish a public, line‑by‑line fee schedule showing tuition amounts per term or per academic year for each year group. For an exact per‑term or per‑year tuition figure, the school issues a personalised rate and billing schedule on request.

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Leysin American School in Switzerland

Instructs in English

Ages 12 - 19 years

Fees CHF 128,000 - 158,500

Pupils 300

Type Co-educational (boarding)

Leysin American School in Switzerland is a private, co-educational boarding school for students aged 12 to 18 with a United States affiliation. LAS offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme alongside AP, an American Curriculum, and a Bespoke option. The IB comprises six subject groups—Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts—with a core of Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service. University advising begins in grade 9 to tailor an IB plan to university goals. The campus has six dormitories with live-in dorm parents, a 1:4 faculty-to-student ratio, and 95% of staff living on site. Sports facilities include the Magic Mountain Athletic Center and Upper and Lower Sporting Centers, plus winter skiing on Leysin's slopes with access to about 90 resorts via the Magic Pass. LAS provides extensive after-school programs and clubs across arts, sports, STEM, languages, and service.

Location

Chemin de La Source 3, Leysin, Vaud 1854, Switzerland. The school is in the alpine village of Leysin in the Swiss Alps. The campus has dorms and classrooms spread throughout the village, and LAS is connected to three international airports for travel.

Stages

Grades 7–12. The school offers the US High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate, and Advanced Placement options, with ESL and English Language Acquisition.

Type

Private, co-educational boarding school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school has 300 students representing over 50 nationalities.

Additional learning support

The English Language Acquisition program helps non-native speakers build confidence and fluency.

Country affiliation

United States.

Bus service

Airport shuttles between Geneva Airport (GVA) and LAS for arrivals and departures on scheduled times.

Boarding Arrangements

The school has six on-campus dormitories catering to different age groups. Each dorm has live-in faculty 'dorm parents' and a Faculty Family on campus to guide and support students, with students sharing a dorm room with a roommate in a home-like environment. Dormitories are equipped with kitchens and common areas; there are 80 house parents across six dorms and over 100 on-campus apartments for teachers and administrators, supporting a 1:4 faculty-to-student ratio.

Food Options

The school has on-campus dining halls and campus kitchens where students can cook together, complemented by meals in the campus dining facilities. Students also have dining options in Leysin village, including local restaurants, expanding their on- and off-campus dining experiences.

House System

The school has six dormitories that form the house system, each serving a different age group. All students are assigned to a 'Family' consisting of faculty parents and peers, and dorm heads along with staff provide activities and support; there are 80 house parents across six dorms, contributing to a 1:4 faculty-to-student ratio.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned and run by the Ott family, a private, family-run boarding school with three generations of involvement in leadership and education.

Application fee
- CHF 500 payable upon submission of the application.

One-time fees required at acceptance
- Security deposit: CHF 10,000 due within 10 days of acceptance. The security deposit holds the student's place; it is refundable within three months after the end of the student's time at the school but is non‑refundable if enrollment is cancelled.
- Capital Improvement Fund (new students): CHF 10,000 due April 1 or within 10 days of acceptance. This is a one‑time fee paid by new students.

Tuition (annual fee)
- Annual tuition: CHF 128,000 per academic year. This yearly tuition covers all academic programs plus room and board. Due date: April 1 or within 10 days of acceptance (for students enrolling after April 1, fees are due within 10 days of acceptance).
- The annual tuition includes: all academic classes and regular instructional/laboratory fees; full seven‑day room and board (linens included; students provide their own towels); school‑sponsored events and excursions (local and cultural trips); recreational physical activities (extra charges may apply for some special activities); ski pass and group ski/snowboard lessons during the winter season (may incur additional charges); school health plan and LAS Health Center services; provision of a school laptop and a Swiss SIM card (equipment to be returned at year end).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual charges and due dates: Tuition CHF 128,000 due April 1 or within 10 days of acceptance; Personal Account recommended CHF 10,000 due August 1 or before student arrival (suggested amount). One‑time charges (application fee, security deposit, capital improvement fund) are due at the times noted above.
- Important deadline: April 1 is the tuition fee and enrollment deadline. In the event of enrollment cancellation, all fees except the application fee and the security deposit will be reimbursed if cancellation occurs before this date. For students enrolling after April 1, fees are due within 10 days of acceptance.

Boarding fees
- Boarding (full seven‑day room and board) is included in the annual tuition; there is no separate published boarding fee. Linens are provided; students supply towels. Extra charges can apply for certain optional activities or special services.

Personal account and other variable costs
- Personal Account recommended amount: CHF 10,000 per academic year (managed by the accounting team) to cover personal expenses. Due August 1 or before student arrival (suggested).
- Typical items charged to the Personal Account (examples and recommended or typical amounts):
- Weekly pocket money (disbursed via a Swiss Bankers prepaid Mastercard; CHF 50/year fee for the card).
- Supplies and campus store charges including uniforms, school, art, and IT supplies, printing and copying: recommended CHF 2,500 per year.
- Health plan contribution: CHF 300 per semester.
- Non‑LAS medical treatment (dentist, orthodontist, external counseling) and external laundry services (grades 7 & 8 only).
- Swiss airport transfer on non‑official arrival/departure days from approximately CHF 350.
- Individual lessons and support programs (private music, academic, sports lessons; learning support, tutoring), sports equipment rental/purchases and ski jacket/equipment (estimated CHF 1,000–5,000 per year), optional overnight and special day trips (around CHF 2,000 per year), and external exam fees (IB, SAT, ACT, IELTS). These items may be charged in addition to tuition.

Refund information
- Enrollment cancellation and refund deadline: If enrollment is cancelled before April 1, all fees except the application fee and the security deposit will be reimbursed. The security deposit is refundable within three months after the end of the student's time at the school, but it is non‑refundable if enrollment is cancelled.

Fee payment options
- Online payments: The school processes online payments for all fees via Flywire.
- Bank transfer: Families may arrange direct transfers from their bank using the school's bank details. Contact the accounting office for bank transfer instructions and account details.

Notes on fee structure
- The school publishes tuition as a single annual charge that covers instruction, residential accommodation, and many standard services. Separate, variable charges are handled through the Personal Account or billed as incurred for optional services.

Curriculum

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). It provides more than 40 Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) courses. The IB Curriculum Structure includes six subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and The Arts, with the option to select a second course from groups 2, 3 or 4. The IB Core comprises Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). University advising begins in grade 9 and helps students design an IB course plan aligned with their university goals.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size is 10 students.

Exam Results

Highest IB score: 45; average score: 35; 37% of IB students achieved 38 or higher. More than 40 HL and SL courses are offered.

Higher Education Progression

University advising helps students gain admission to universities worldwide, including top global institutions, with advising starting as early as grade 9 and aligning IB coursework with university goals.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

LAS fosters a culture of belonging through SAFE at LAS, the LAS Inclusion Policy, and student leadership initiatives. The SAFE Committee and SAFE Club promote equity and belonging, while the Technicolor Fellowship supports LGBTQ+ students and allies. The Inclusion Policy outlines commitments across Teaching and Learning, Gender Inclusion, Support for the Practice of Faith, Learning Support, and Multilingual Learning to create an inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

LAS values all learners in an inclusive environment and offers Fundamental and Moderate Pathways with Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and accommodations. Services include supervised study hall, office hours, math support, and fee-based tutoring; there is targeted planning and collaboration with classroom teachers and university advising.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

LAS provides the English Language Acquisition (ELA) Program with three levels and sheltered content courses to develop academic and social language while preserving mother tongue languages; LAS Bridge Program accelerates English proficiency and integrates with the full program, with additional summer English language study in the UK and LAS Summer in Switzerland.

Mental Wellbeing

The Health Center provides 24/7 holistic healthcare, including mental health counseling and referrals. The Health & Wellness team supports students' physical, emotional, and social health, coordinates with local providers, and ensures access to care, with all students covered by school health insurance.

Safeguarding

LAS upholds equity and inclusion through SAFE at LAS, including the LAS Inclusion Policy and the SAFE Committee, SAFE Club, and Technicolor Fellowship. The Inclusion Policy covers Learning Support and Multilingual Learning and aims to ensure every learner feels seen, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Admissions

Apply online by completing LAS's application form. After submission, a unique login is provided to complete all required forms and upload documents through the Admissions Portal. Required documents include a transcript from the last three years, a copy of the passport and passport-style photo, three teacher recommendations (English, math, and one additional subject), a handwritten student essay, and an English placement test for non-native English speakers (IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo accepted). The Admissions Committee makes a final decision within 10 business days of receiving the full application, and accepted students receive the acceptance package electronically and/or by mail. To guarantee a place, a security deposit must be paid within 10 business days after acceptance, and enrollment is complete when the Admissions Office receives all required documents.

Scholarships

The LAS Global Scholarship is a two-year International Baccalaureate (IBDP) scholarship awarded to students who demonstrate impressive academic and extracurricular achievements in their home country but cannot afford to attend LAS. Global Scholarships are merit-based and means-assessed. The applicant must be in Grade 10 and plan to complete the IBDP, have advanced English, and provide records of impressive academic and extracurricular achievements; must be financially able to pay CHF 10,000 (CHF 5,000 for a security deposit and CHF 5,000 for the student's personal account) plus three return flight tickets per year to their home country during breaks; visa application fees are the responsibility of the applicant; the scholarship is only for Grade 11 IBDP. Applications for 2026-2027 are closed; the 2027-2028 application will open in autumn 2026 and close in January 2027. The application requires a Google account; prepare parent/guardian and current school contact, transcripts from the last two years, two teacher references, a list of extracurricular activities, a 30-word personal statement, an essay about how you would enrich LAS and the scholarship's value to you (500 words), and an essay about how your values guide your approach to learning (500 words); shortlisted applicants will be contacted in February; later stages may require financial information. The scholarship includes full tuition (including room and board) for two years, ski equipment rental, university application support up to CHF 1,500, one long weekend school trip per semester, school uniform and ski jacket (previously owned), a senior jacket, a yearbook, and a math calculator. The LAS Global Scholarship Committee selects successful applicants.

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