About
Private international school in Montreux, Switzerland, for pupils aged 18 months to 18 years, with day and boarding programmes. Pupils follow the Cambridge curriculum to IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IGCSE · IB Diploma
Language
English
Type
International school
- Founded
- 1927
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 35.5
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 100%
Student support
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- Boarding
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Gym
- Sports field
- Boarding
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Additional learning support
Class and form tutors take direct responsibility for pupils' wellbeing and progress through regular catch-ups.
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Bus service
A daily minibus service runs morning and evening from Foundation Stage 1 upwards, covering Vevey, Montreux, Lausanne, Verbier, Champéry and Sion.
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Diving deeper
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Boarding arrangements
Boarding is available for ages 8 to 18, in a recently renovated boarding house with single and double bedrooms.
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Governance and ownership
The school is part of Inspired Education, a group of more than 110 premium schools.
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Academics
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Curriculum
Pupils follow the Cambridge curriculum through IGCSE, then the IB Diploma, with subject specialist teachers from the early years.
- IGCSE
- IB Diploma Programme
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Exam results
In 2026 the IB Diploma average score was 35.5 with a 100% pass rate, and 47% of pupils earned a bilingual diploma.
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
A Vice Principal for Wellbeing oversees support systems, aiming for a kind and supportive environment for pupils.
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Parent experience
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History
Founded in 1927, the school has nearly a century of history and uses the motto Levavi Oculos.
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Community
Families are encouraged to take part in year-round events such as drama and music productions, sports days and school fairs.
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Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A voluntary Parents Liaison Group links families and school, running social events, coffee mornings and uniform sales.
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Facilities
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Facilities overview
A lakeside and Alpine campus with purpose-built classrooms and facilities, using education technology such as mixed reality learning.
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Sports facilities
Sports fields, courts, playgrounds, a large sports hall and a gym support team and individual sports.
- Sports fields
- Courts
- Sports hall
- Gym
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Academic facilities
Labs for chemistry, physics, biology and design and technology, with modern classrooms equipped with learning technology.
- Chemistry lab
- Physics lab
- Biology lab
- Design & Technology lab
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Extra-curricular facilities
Dedicated music, art and dance studios support creative activities.
- Music studio
- Art studio
- Dance studio
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Extra-curricular activities
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Arts and creative
Performing and creative arts activities include drama, music, art and dance.
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Community and service
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered for ages 14 and over, with service, physical recreation, skills and adventurous journey sections.
- DofE International Award
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Languages
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Language provision
The school describes a multilingual environment to prepare pupils to communicate confidently internationally.
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Immersion programmes
Pupils can join Inspired group Global Summer Camps and Exchange Programmes to travel and learn languages abroad.
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Admissions
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Admissions
Applicants book a personalised on-site or online admissions appointment to meet the team, see facilities and ask questions.
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Scholarships
The school offers the Inspired Scholarship Programme and the Nsouli Scholars scheme.
- Inspired Scholarship Programme
- Nsouli Scholars
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Location
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