International Boarding Schools for UK Families
Switzerland, UK, USA, Spain and other European countries
Beyond traditional UK boarding: discover the world's elite boarding schools. British curriculum options, genuine international diversity, and excellence across continents.
Summary: International Boarding Schools for British Families
Swiss Academic Network is a Geneva-based education consultancy specialising in serving British families from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and across the UK. With 30+ years experience, we help UK families discover the world's best boarding schools, universities, and summer camps across Switzerland, UK, USA, Spain, and other European countries.
Our services include: personalised school selection worldwide (A-Level, IB, and AP options), application support, VIP guardianship services, and university counselling for Oxbridge, Russell Group, and international universities. We work with elite boarding schools globally, from Swiss Alpine institutions to American prep schools and European academies.
Why Swiss Academic Network for UK families? Global school access from Switzerland to USA, British and international curriculum options, smaller class sizes, genuine international diversity (60+ nationalities), and excellent university placement records worldwide including Oxbridge, Ivy League, and top European universities.
Why British Families Choose International Boarding Schools
The best educational options worldwide, from Swiss precision to American innovation and European heritage
British & International Curricula
Access A-Levels, IB, AP, and other programmes across our global network. Continue British qualifications or explore international options.
True International Environment
Schools across multiple countries offering genuine diversity with 60+ nationalities. Experience different cultures and educational approaches.
Global Accessibility
From 90-minute European flights to transatlantic connections. We help you find the right location based on your family's needs and preferences.
Exceptional Safety Standards
All partner schools in safe, stable countries with excellent security. From Swiss Alps to American campuses, peace of mind guaranteed.
Diverse Educational Environments
Alpine adventures in Switzerland, coastal experiences in Spain, American campus culture, or traditional British heritage—choose what fits your child.
Personalised Learning
Small class sizes and individual attention across our global network. Each school offers unique strengths and educational philosophies.
UK vs Swiss Boarding Schools: At a Glance
| Feature | UK Schools | Swiss Schools |
|---|---|---|
| Average Class Size | 15-20 students | 8-12 students |
| Languages Acquired | 1-2 | 3-4 |
| Nationalities Per School | 20-30 | 50-70 |
| Outdoor Education | Optional activities | Core curriculum |
| Flight from London | N/A (domestic) | 90 minutes |
| Annual Fees (Boarding) | £45-55K | CHF 80-130K |
Our Three Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive Educational Services
Elite Boarding Schools
Placement at top schools in Switzerland (Le Rosey, Collège du Léman), UK (Eton, Harrow), USA (Phillips Exeter, Andover), and Europe.
- • Switzerland, UK, USA, Spain, France
- • IB, A-Levels, American Diploma
- • Complete admission support
University Admissions
Strategic guidance for admission to the world's most prestigious universities: Ivy League, Oxbridge, ETH Zurich, and more.
- • Harvard, Yale, Princeton, MIT
- • Oxford, Cambridge
- • ETH Zurich, EPFL
Summer Camps
2-8 week summer programs: languages, sciences, arts, sports, leadership. Ideal introduction to boarding school life.
- • Switzerland, UK, France, Spain
- • Languages, sciences, arts, sports
- • Ages 8-18
Swiss Schools Popular with UK Families
Aiglon College
Villars-sur-Ollon
British curriculum (A-Levels & IB) with Swiss Alpine character
Institut Le Rosey
Rolle & Gstaad
The world's most prestigious boarding school experience
Collège Alpin Beau Soleil
Villars-sur-Ollon
Strong British community, IB excellence, expedition focus
Brillantmont International School
Lausanne
British curriculum, family atmosphere, over 140 years of excellence
Serving Families Across the United Kingdom
Questions from UK Families
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