Saint-Charles International School
At Saint-Charles International School, our mission is to provide students with an exceptional education while fostering the values of kindness, respect, and responsibility—towards others and the environment. Since 1897, we have offered a holistic education that places openness, humanism, and respect on equal footing with academic excellence.
Life at Saint-Charles extends far beyond the classroom. Weekend excursions, creative pursuits, and an exceptional co-curricular programme give every student the opportunity to explore new interests, build confidence, and form lifelong friendships. More than a school, Saint-Charles is a vibrant community that nurtures well-rounded, world-ready young people who are prepared to make a positive difference.
Within our diverse international community, students discover a strong sense of belonging while developing the confidence, independence, and global perspective they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Key facts
- Founded in: 1897
- 150 students
- Co-Education from 8 to 19 years
- Nationalities: 35+
- Location: Our school lies just an hour from Basel and less than two hours from Zurich.
- Campus: A unique blend of a historic campus and modern facilities, including a swimming pool and newly built boarding houses, designed to offer students both comfort and an exceptional learning environment.
- Accreditation: CIS, FSEP, IBO, Cognia, Cambridge Preparation Centre Partner
- Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Student wellbeing is at the heart of boarding life. Through our WELL360 approach, we foster an environment in which every child feels safe, supported and empowered to grow, regardless of their programme or age.
- Annual Boarding & Tuition Fees: CHF13,800 to 92,500 CHF
Academics
- Language: English or/and French
- Diplomas: International Baccalaureate (IB) in English, High School Diploma in English, Bilingual Swiss Maturite (English/French)
- University Advising: University preparation and guidance are a core part of the Saint-Charles experience, particularly in the final years of study. Our dedicated University Support Team is well-versed in the application processes and deadlines of institutions in Switzerland and around the world. Students also benefit from our extensive University Library tool and have the chance to meet representatives from leading universities, both virtually and in person, giving them the confidence to align their goals with future opportunities.
- Average class size: 6-10
- Ratio Staff / Students: 1:3
- Foreign languages: French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese
Summer camps
- 4 weeks June – August
- Co-Education from age 10 to 15
- Morning courses in language (English or French), STEAM, Performing Arts, Sport Electives
- Horse-Riding Programme
- Afternoon and evening activities and sports
- "Big Sunday": Unique experineces every Sunday, from paragliding to DisneyLand in Paris.
- Cultural trips
- Exclusive watchmaking and Swiss knife creation workshops
Co-curricular
- Over 45 after-school clubs to explore a wide range of interests
- Specialised sports academies
- Horse-riding club and equestrian programme, catering to all levels—from beginners to competitive riders
- Ski programme in winter
- Model United Nations and Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Local and international service projects to make a real impact
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