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If you're researching international schools in Switzerland offering Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, taught by 4 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 17,316–82,000 CHF, with the average sitting around 47,463. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like The British School Bern (opened 1988).
Compare 4 Pearson Edexcel IGCSE international schools in Switzerland. Filter by curriculum, fees (average CHF 47,463), location, and more to find the right international school now.
International School Zurich North is a day school in Wallisellen for pupils aged nursery to 18. It follows a British pathway, with Early Years offering a Dual Language Programme in English and German, and Primary teaching supported by a German language component. The Middle Years Programme leads to IGCSEs in Grades 9 and 10, followed by Cambridge and Edexcel A-Levels in Grades 11 and 12. English is the language of instruction; German is taught across all German levels to Grade 10 (option to Grade 12) and French is compulsory in the middle years. The school is part of the Cognita network and provides university progression in Switzerland and beyond. Facilities include flexible Early Years spaces and a cafeteria, while co-curricular activities cover sport, performing arts, visual arts, robotics, outdoor education, and leadership. Features include the Dual Language Programme, the IPQ option in Grade 11, and a focus on wellbeing and safeguarding.
Founded in 1988, The British School Bern is a private, English-speaking international day school for pupils aged 3 to 18. It offers three curricula: the British International Curriculum (Pearson-Edexcel) including IGCSEs and A-Levels; the American Curriculum delivered with Forward International Academy (Cognia accredited, Wisconsin DPI recognition, College Board code 917141); and the Portuguese National Curriculum (Português+) for Grades 7–12, with pathways in Science and Technology and Social and Economic Sciences. Portuguese instruction is offered in that path, with the option to combine with International GCSEs and A-Levels. The school has international faculty, with integrated German and French classes and small class sizes. Privately owned and woman-owned, it is recognised by the Canton of Bern as a partner in education for international families. A broad Primary and Secondary program is complemented by after-school activities including a Sports Program, Music, Drama and Dance, plus Rising Stars Extended Day Program and Dive into English.
Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich – City Campus is a boarding school in Winterthur/Zurich offering Cambridge IGCSE in Years 9–10 and International A Levels in Years 11–12. The school serves students aged 14 to 18. English is the language of instruction, with language classes taught by native speakers. Students study three to four subjects in depth, with a core set including English, German, Mathematics, Biology, History and Geography, and electives such as Sports, Art & Design and Life Skills. Lessons are in small classes, and a Head of Academics creates tailor‑made learning plans while each student has a personal learning coach. A Careers Advisor supports subject choices and university applications, guiding pathways toward higher education worldwide. City Campus sits in Winterthur/Zurich, hosting the Sport, Dance & Music Academy. Boarding offers en‑suite rooms, separate living areas for boys and girls, staff and meals, with summer camps in Disentis and Winterthur.
Lucerne International School is a small international high school in Root, Lucerne, housed in the D4 Business Village. It offers the British curriculum with Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Levels, accredited by Pearson Edexcel, AQA, and OxfordAQA. The school serves students aged 15 to 18 across grades 10 to 12. With small classes and a flexible timetable, learners benefit from a blended approach that combines classroom teaching with online materials. The campus provides access to nearby facilities, including a canteen and restaurant in the D4 complex for lunch, and a nearby Update Fitness gym at a special student rate to support regular physical activity. Targeted English and German language support helps multilingual students settle in. The school provides college guidance and university application support, and offers pathways to Swiss and international universities. A start to the day reflects sleep patterns and supports wellbeing with commitments in sport, music, or arts.
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