MOVING TO SWITZERLAND?

Swiss public schools are highly regarded, offer a quality education, and are free for residents. 

Benefits include:

• Strong academic standards
• There are no public school rankings!
• Excellent integration into local communities
• Multilingual opportunities
• Direct pathways into Swiss higher education

Public schools are often an excellent choice for families planning a long-term stay in Switzerland.

Read about the pillars of the Swiss school system,  or about School Hours in Switzerland. 

In Switzerland, about 85% of schools are public, serving about 94% of students. That means that the remaining 15% of schools are private offers. 

Here are the reasons some families choose private schools:

• Smaller class sizes
• Bilingual education
• Specialist programs
• Alternative curricula
• Different approach
• To keep international schooling options open
• Need for flexibility

Many private schools align with the Swiss curriculum and Swiss education values,  allowing for transfer into public schools at a later point. Keep in mind, some do not!

Read about the cost of private schools.

Switzerland is home to some of the world's leading international schools offering curricula that are recognized globally. Popular curricula include:

• International Baccalaureate (IB)
• British Curriculum
• American Curriculum
• Bilingual programs

International schools are often preferred by families who:

• Relocate frequently
• Expect a future international move
• Want continuity in language and curriculum
• Have older children 

Read  more about different curricula offers and curricula comparisons.