Swiss Boarding Schools for British Families
Beyond Eton and Harrow: discover Switzerland's elite boarding schools. British curriculum options, genuine international diversity, and Alpine excellence.
Summary: Swiss 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 alternatives to traditional British boarding schools.
Our services include: personalised school selection (A-Level and IB options), application support, VIP guardianship services, and university counselling for Oxbridge and Russell Group universities. We work with Switzerland's top boarding schools including Aiglon, Le Rosey, Beau Soleil, and Brillantmont.
Why Swiss Academic Network for UK families? 90-minute flight from London, British curriculum options alongside IB, smaller class sizes (8-12 vs 15-20), genuine international diversity (60+ nationalities), and excellent Oxbridge track record.
Why British Families Choose Swiss Schools
The best of British education tradition, enhanced by Swiss precision and true internationalism
British Curriculum Options
Many Swiss schools offer A-Levels and IGCSEs alongside IB. Your child can continue British qualifications in an Alpine setting.
True International Environment
Unlike UK boarding schools dominated by British students, Swiss schools offer genuine diversity with 60+ nationalities.
90-Minute Flight
London to Geneva in 90 minutes. Multiple daily flights make Swiss schools more accessible than many UK options.
Exceptional Safety
Switzerland consistently ranks among the world's safest countries. Political stability and low crime provide peace of mind.
Alpine Lifestyle
Skiing, hiking, and outdoor education as standard. Students develop resilience and appreciation for nature.
Smaller Class Sizes
Average 8-12 students per class versus 15-20 at top UK schools. More individual attention and personalised learning.
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 |
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
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