Geneva English School

The school emphasizes a strong partnership between home and school, fostering a collaborative community of enquiry where children are supported as individuals. Teaching is designed to be active, engaging, and flexible, encouraging pupils to connect learning across subjects and think critically and creatively. The school prioritizes pastoral care and wellbeing, aiming to create a small, inclusive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to become a self-motivated, confident learner.

The school delivers the English National Curriculum, with French integrated into both classroom learning and extra-curricular activities for all levels. The Primary school covers Early Years (ages 3-5), Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7), and Key Stage 2 (ages 7-11). The Secondary school provides Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14), Key Stage 4 (ages 14-16) leading to GCSEs, and Key Stage 5 (ages 16-18) offering A Level subjects including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, English Literature, History, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Art and Design, Music, French, German, and Spanish.

The school reports strong academic performance, with 2025 results showing 70% of A Level grades at A* or A, and 66% of GCSE results at grade 7 or above. Students are prepared for university entrance and beyond, with the school holding accreditation from the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and membership in the Swiss Group of International Schools (SGIS). Additionally, the school is certified by the Fondation Esprit Francophonie for its commitment to preparing students for the Diplôme d’Etudes en Langue Française (DELF).

The school maintains a dedicated inclusion department led by a Director of Inclusion (SENCO). A team of learning assistants provides support to students, and the school offers after-school care services for Primary pupils.

The school operates a rolling admission procedure and welcomes students throughout the academic year. The process begins with an enquiry, followed by conversations with the Admissions team via phone or video call, and prospective families are encouraged to visit the campuses. Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of CHF 250, followed by a registration fee of CHF 1,500 and a capital development fee of CHF 4,000, which is paid in two installments.

The school operates on a three-term academic year. Specific term dates and event schedules are available through the school's online calendar portal.

Geneva English School operates on two campuses: the Primary campus in Genthod and the Secondary campus in Versoix. The Primary campus, known as 'Petit Malagny,' features classrooms, playgrounds, and facilities for sports and arts. The Secondary campus, established in 2018, provides specialized learning environments for older students, including science laboratories and art studios.

The school offers over 80 extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and academic enrichment. Offerings include football, netball, judo, dance, ballet, sewing, ceramics, public speaking, stop-motion animation, and music lessons for instruments such as piano, guitar, drums, saxophone, clarinet, and flute. Residential trips, including skiing and team-building excursions, are a regular feature of school life for both Primary and Secondary students.