St. George's International School (Switzerland)

The school’s educational philosophy is built upon three pillars: rigorous academics, sports, and the performing and creative arts. It aims to foster innovation, adaptability, and resilience, encouraging pupils to be ambitious, lifelong learners. The school promotes a global perspective, embracing diversity and inclusion within its multilingual community.

The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum, leading to IGCSE qualifications in Years 10 and 11. This provides a foundation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in the senior years. The academic stages span Kindergarten (18 months to 3 years), Junior School (3 to 10 years), Middle School (10 to 14 years), and Senior School (14 to 18 years), with multilingual pathways including English, French, German, and Spanish.

St. George’s is a top-performing school with a strong track record in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, recently achieving an average point score of 35.5. Graduates frequently secure places at prestigious universities, including institutions within the Russell Group and the Ivy League. The school also maintains a high rate of bilingual diplomas among its students.

The school employs a bespoke approach to education, analysing each pupil's strengths and aspirations to craft a tailored educational journey. Personalised support is provided by hand-selected educators and subject specialists from the primary years onwards. Additionally, the school offers comprehensive university counselling services to assist students in planning their academic and career paths.

The school offers a personalised admissions process, with private tours available either on-campus or online to meet the needs of prospective families. Admissions staff and academic faculty work with families to tailor the experience to the child's prospective year of entry. The school caters to students from 18 months to 18 years of age, with boarding options available from age 10.

The academic year is divided into three terms, typically running from late August to mid-June. The calendar includes scheduled half-term breaks, public holidays, and specific dates for boarding students' arrival and departure. Key events include orientation days, field trips, and the Year 13 graduation ceremony.

Located near Montreux with views of Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, the campus features modern, purpose-built classrooms equipped with advanced educational technology, including mixed-reality programmes. Facilities include specialised labs for Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Design & Technology, as well as dedicated studios for Music, Art, and Dance. Physical education is supported by extensive sports fields, playgrounds, a large sports hall, and a gym. The recently renovated boarding house provides single and double bedrooms for students.

The school provides a wide array of extracurricular activities designed to foster personal talents and competencies. Offerings include elite team and solo sports, performing and creative arts, and participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Students also have access to global exchange programmes and summer camps through the Inspired school group.