Switzerland, Geneva
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The British School of Geneva is a British international school in Geneva, welcoming students from age 3 to 18. The curriculum follows an enhanced English National Curriculum from Early Years to A Level, with a progression: International Primary School (ages 5–11) follows the English framework, International Secondary School (ages 11–16) offers IGCSEs, and the A Level College (ages 16–18) provides A‑levels. Class sizes are small—Early Years groups capped at 18 and A‑Level classes at 14—supporting individualized learning. English and French are core languages, with German, Russian and Spanish available through co‑curricular activities; A‑Level courses include English Language and Literature and French, with other languages offered for a fee. Facilities include a science laboratory, an ICT suite with Dell computers, a spacious art studio, a theatre, and a library of over 8,000 titles, plus a nurse's station, dining hall and music room. ISP programmes and clubs enrich academic and personal development.
Av. de Châtelaine 95A, 1219 Vernier, Switzerland
British School of Geneva has 380 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Located at Av. de Châtelaine 95A, Vernier, CH, in Geneva's international quarter. The campus is on the main road through Châtelaine, two minutes from the motorway and a 10-minute drive from the United Nations. It is easily accessible for students commuting from across the city and nearby areas.
Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, A-level College
British international school
BSG welcomes students from over 70 nationalities; 60+ languages spoken; English and French are core languages, with additional languages including German, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Japanese.
United Kingdom
Bus service available via Chatelaine stop serving routes 6, 19, 22 and 51; dedicated transport service for pupils from the right bank of Geneva or nearby France.
Annual tuition at British School of Geneva ranges from CHF 21,400 to CHF 28,700 for 2026/27.
British School of Geneva teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.
An enhanced English National Curriculum is delivered from Early Years through to A Level. Early Years Foundation Stage; International Primary School (ages 5-11) follows the English National Curriculum; International Secondary School (ages 11-16) leads to IGCSEs; A Level College (ages 16-18) offers A-levels. Years 7 to 9 (Key Stage 3) study a broad range of subjects, while Years 10 and 11 focus on IGCSE core subjects and elective options. Language provision includes English and French as core offerings, with German, Russian and Spanish available through co-curricular activities; A-Level courses include English Language and Literature and French, with additional modern languages offered for a fee. Class sizes are small: Early Years classes have a teacher and teaching assistant with no more than 18 students, and A-Level groups are no larger than 14.
Class sizes are small across the school: Early Years classes have a teacher and teaching assistant with no more than 18 students; A-Level classes are no larger than 14.
In 2022/23, IGCSE results included a 100% pass rate in English Language, English Literature, Chemistry, Statistics and History. 43% achieved top 7-9 grades overall, and 83% achieved the top grade 9 in French. A-level results show a 97% pass rate, with 84% of grades A-C and 28% A-A.
9 out of 10 students secure offers from Russell Group, Top 50 and QS-ranked universities. Future destinations show 92% acceptance into first-choice destinations. Graduates secure places at prestigious universities in the UK and around the world.
BSG integrates social-emotional learning as part of its Future-ready skills framework. Social-Emotional development means understanding emotions and managing them effectively. Interpersonal skills include collaboration and communication to build meaningful relationships. Wellbeing is balancing mental, emotional and physical health. The Learning.First approach supports reflection on progress and growth in wellbeing and related life competencies.
BSG is an inclusive school and accepts students with mild to moderate additional learning needs. Parents are encouraged to discuss identified SEND needs during the admissions process and to provide in-depth documentation. Identified SEND students will be provided with appropriate learning support, which may incur additional costs. Placement in a year group is based on age and educational background, with English language assessment considered as part of the process. If assessments show that a student needs additional or remedial support, including EAL, parents will be informed and support put in place; the service may be invoiced separately. One-to-one support is considered on a case-by-case basis.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is part of learning support at BSG. A final admissions assessment evaluates English language level to determine whether EAL support is needed. If the assessment shows that EAL support is required, appropriate help is put in place and the service may incur additional costs. The learning support may involve external professionals, including educational psychologists, as needed. Testing by external professionals may be requested, depending on the needs of the student. Students needing one-to-one EAL support will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Wellbeing is a core element of learning at BSG. Wellbeing means balancing mental, emotional and physical health. The Wellbeing component appears within the School's Self-leadership and Life competencies framework, supporting reflection, growth and resilience. The Life Competencies framework, backed by Cambridge via Camtree, helps students develop essential life skills for wellbeing and leadership. The approach fosters confidence and healthy routines to support academic and personal growth.
BSG has a safeguarding and child protection policy that outlines clear protocols for reporting and handling safeguarding concerns. The policy assigns a Designated Safeguarding Lead and a safeguarding team with staff responsibilities and training expectations. Health, safety and security are supported by a full-time nurse, qualified first-aid staff, risk assessments and emergency protocols, plus a monitored campus, visible ID policy and 24/7 supervision. Staff and volunteers are expected to report concerns through formal channels such as the MyConcern system and to follow safeguarding procedures. The policy emphasizes that the best interests of the child guide all actions and includes safeguarding across curriculum and online safety.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, subject to space. The admissions journey: 01 Get in touch today by enquiry form or call; 02 Join a campus tour or virtual tour; 03 Submit your application; 04 Application review; 05 Get ready to start. Applications are accepted at any time throughout the year, with the admissions team assisting with the application, assessments and any necessary paperwork for employers or visa applications. To enrol, submit: Application for Enrolment signed by a parent or guardian; Emergency and Health Questionnaire; Proof of payment of the registration fee 950 CHF and the one-off Capital Development Fee 3,000 CHF; if currently attending another school, a recent report from your current institution is also required. Assessments used include GL Assessments for Years 3 to 13, Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT4), New Group Reading Test (NGRT), Lucid Exact and Progress Test Series. The admissions policy ensures fair and appropriate procedures in reviewing all applications and offering places; next steps are communicated after the review.
ISP Future Pathways Scholarships provide exclusive scholarship opportunities from universities worldwide for students within the International Schools Partnership network. Amounts vary by university and may include up to 50% of tuition fees; automatic eligibility upon application. Institutions listed include Bond University (50%), Colorado State University (20%), University of Nottingham Malaysia (50% first-year foundation), St Mary's University London (15% of first-year tuition), IESEG School of Management (10%), Hope College (up to 30,000 USD annually), Linfield University (up to 25,000 USD annually), SAE Institute Dubai (20%), and other ISP partner scholarships. For more information, scholarships@ispschools.com.