🇨🇭 Switzerland School Support

Finding a school in Switzerland
across all 26 cantons

Switzerland has some of Europe's best state schools and its greatest concentration of international schools — but navigating 26 cantonal systems across three language regions is genuinely complex. We make it simple.

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The Swiss System

26 cantonal systems. Three language regions. One move.

Switzerland doesn't have a single national school system. It has 26 of them — one per canton. The language of instruction, school structure, application process, and even the school day length varies between Zurich, Geneva, and Lugano.

For expat families, this complexity is compounded by Switzerland's unique mix: world-class free cantonal schools alongside some of the most prestigious (and expensive) international and boarding schools in the world. Knowing which option makes sense for your family requires understanding both.

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Cantonal state schools

Switzerland's free state schools are excellent by international standards — but they operate under 26 different cantonal systems. The language of instruction (German, French, or Italian) depends on where you live. Quality is consistently high, integration support varies.

International schools

Switzerland has one of the densest concentrations of international schools in the world, particularly around Geneva, Zurich, Zug, and Lausanne. These typically offer IB, British, or American curricula and cost CHF 25,000–55,000/year.

Swiss boarding schools

Switzerland is home to some of the world's most prestigious boarding schools, particularly in the French-speaking cantons. These offer exceptional academic and extracurricular programmes but come with significant fees — typically CHF 60,000–120,000/year.

Bilingual & private day schools

Between the fully state and fully international options, there are private day schools offering bilingual instruction (German/English, French/English) at mid-range fees of CHF 15,000–30,000/year, popular with long-term expat families.

The Process

How we help you

Step 01

Tell us your canton

Zurich, Geneva, Zug? Your canton and commune determines everything — state school language, application process, and local international school options.

Step 02

We map your options

Cantonal state schools, private day schools, bilingual options, international schools — we build a complete picture for your exact location.

Step 03

We guide your application

Swiss cantonal admissions, international school applications — we handle it step by step, in English.

Step 04

Your child has a place

You arrive in Switzerland with school confirmed and paperwork complete.

Pricing

Choose the level of support you need

Per family, one-off. Covers all your children.

Starter Report

£49– £79

Your complete Switzerland school options report
Canton-specific state school guidance
International school shortlist for your area
Swiss private day school options
Key fees, language requirements, and deadlines
Document checklist for Swiss enrolment

Guided Application

£149– £249

Everything in Starter Report
Canton admissions process step-by-step
Commune registration (Anmeldung) guidance
International school application support
Residence permit advice for school enrolment
Language integration class guidance
Email support throughout

Premium

Full Concierge

£350– £500

Everything in Guided Application
Direct contact with schools on your behalf
Application status tracking
Backup strategy if first choice is full
Boarding school guidance if required
Priority WhatsApp support
We stay with you until your child has a confirmed place

FAQ

Switzerland school questions answered

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Finding a school in Switzerlandacross all 26 cantons