Aiglon College vs St. George's International School Switzerland

	A Aiglon College Lausanne, Switzerland	S St. George's International School Switzerland Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 47,850 - 159,000	Fees / year CHF 31,400 - 125,500
Age range	Age range 7 - 18 years	Age range 1½ - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 480	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size 12
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1949	Opened 1927
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in the alpine village of Chesières (Chesières-Villars), Vaud, Switzerland. The campus address is Avenue Centrale 61, 1885 Chesières. The Villars English Church sits in the village nearby, reflecting the local community.	Location Located in Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva and framed by the Swiss Alps. The campus is close to the town of Montreux. Address: Chemin de Saint-Georges 19, 1815 Montreux.
Stages	Stages Discovery Years (Years 5-9); Exploration Years (Years 10-11); Inspiration Years (Years 12-13).	Stages Early Learning School for ages 18 months to 3 years; Primary School follows the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum from Year 1; Secondary School offers IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Boarding is available for students.
School type	School type The school is a private, co-educational international boarding school.	School type Day and boarding international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 65 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix Pupils represent more than 60 nationalities; the community is international in character.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) are supported through the Learning Centre, with an Admissions Policy for Learning Centre provisions.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Non-denominational.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Opening hours 8:00–18:00 with options: half day 8:00–12:00; half day with a nap 8:00–14:00; afternoon half day 13:45–18:00; full day 8:00–18:00.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Reliable bus service with pick-up/drop-off points arranged by demand; current routes cover areas around Chatel-Saint-Denis, Lausanne, Le Châble/Verbier, Noville and Vevey.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration - Registration (application) fee: CHF 3,000 (one-time, non-refundable). Admissions deposits and joining charges - Enrolment deposit: CHF 15,000. The deposit reserves a place and is refundable only after the student leaves and the account is fully settled; the deposit is not returned before September of the following academic year and no interest is paid on the deposit. - Scholarship & Development Fund (joining charge included on the first invoice): CHF 4,000. - Additional joining charges included on the first invoice (capital / alumni programme charges apply as shown on the invoice). Tuition and boarding fees (annual and per-term by year group) Note: tuition and boarding charges are shown in Swiss Francs (CHF). Term structure is Autumn / Winter / Summer; the school defines an academic year as three terms. Annual amounts and per-term equivalents (annual divided by three) follow. - Years 12–13 (Inspiration Years) - Boarding annual: CHF 159,000 — Per term: CHF 53,000. - Day annual: CHF 95,700 — Per term: CHF 31,900. - Years 10–11 (Exploration Years) - Boarding annual: CHF 148,400 — Per term: CHF 49,467. - Day annual: CHF 87,400 — Per term: CHF 29,133. - Year 9 - Boarding annual: CHF 145,600 — Per term: CHF 48,533. - Day annual: CHF 87,400 — Per term: CHF 29,133. - Years 7–8 (Discovery Years) - Boarding annual: CHF 113,400 — Per term: CHF 37,800. - Day annual: CHF 64,500 — Per term: CHF 21,500. - Years 3–6 (Wonder & lower Discovery; boarding applies for Years 5–6) - Boarding (Years 5–6) annual: CHF 95,400 — Per term: CHF 31,800. - Day (Years 3–6) annual: CHF 47,850 — Per term: CHF 15,950. - Pocket money (charged in advance for Years 5–8 boarders): CHF 1,360 (annual). Optional / additional charges (examples and typical extras) - Initial clothing (uniform and school clothing) charged on the first invoice: - Inspiration Years (Years 12–13): CHF 3,900. - Exploration Years (Years 10–11): CHF 4,900. - Wonder & Discovery Years (Years 3–9): CHF 5,200. - Expedition equipment pack: CHF 1,000. - Extra language tuition (price per year, where applicable): IB Language HL (5 periods) CHF 16,640; IB Language SL (3 periods) CHF 9,900; IGCSE language 3 periods CHF 6,560; IGCSE language 2 periods CHF 4,370. - Private lessons (per session): Private lesson (50 min) CHF 115; shared private lesson CHF 60; small group CHF 50. Music private lesson (25 min) CHF 55; music shared lesson (25 min) CHF 35. - Learning support (price per term): 1 period per week CHF 1,880; 2 periods per week CHF 3,120. - Optional Scholarship Fund contribution (voluntary): CHF 10,000. - The tuition fee covers class tuition, public examination fees and invigilation costs, all meals, required expeditions and activities, CLE, books/online resources, expedition equipment and ski locker, pastoral/tutoring/university advising programmes, access to the Health Centre, school trip travel insurance, an allowance for stationery (up to CHF 300), yearbook and certain other items; items explicitly excluded (and billed separately when applicable) include optional social/sporting trips, ski equipment rentals, toiletries/personal items, dry cleaning, travel to/from school, special escorts/booking fees, non-mainstream IB languages, personal devices, and costs arising from property damage. Billing schedule and payment terms - Term dates (for billing and notice purposes): Autumn Term 1 August–31 December; Winter Term 1 January–31 March; Summer Term 1 April–31 July. - Standard requirement: payment of tuition fees for the academic year is due upfront unless an alternative arrangement has been agreed. Failure to meet payment deadlines may forfeit a student's place. - Payment plan (available on request): fees may be paid in two equal instalments due 15 May and 15 November; an administrative fee of CHF 3,000 per annum is added to the first instalment. - Advance fee payment option: families may pay fees in advance (minimum two years) under special arrangements that can include exchange-rate and other financial considerations; further details are arranged with Finance. - Invoice timing and first-invoice items: the first invoice typically includes enrolment charges and the initial clothing charge and other joining charges as listed above. Refunds, cancellations and withdrawal rules - Registration fee: non-refundable in all cases. - Cancellation before 15 February: the school will retain only the non-refundable registration fee. Cancellation before 15 May: paid tuition fees will be reimbursed in full but the deposit and registration fee will not be refunded. Cancellation after 15 May: tuition fees for the Autumn Term remain due even if the student does not attend; the deposit and registration fee will not be returned. - Withdrawal during the academic year: at least one term's written notice is required; failure to give proper notice can mean the deposit will not be returned and tuition fees for the remainder of the year may not be reimbursed. When withdrawal is mutually agreed, the current term's tuition fees will not be refunded; the deposit will be returned provided the account is settled. - Absence, suspension, expulsion, force majeure: tuition fees are not reimbursed for missed schooling due to sickness or other reasons; tuition fees are non-refundable in the event of closure due to force majeure; in case of suspension or expulsion the current term's fees will not be refunded and the deposit will not be returned. Late payment and penalties - Late payments may incur interest at 1% per month. The school may restrict student participation or re-enrolment if instalments are past due. Fee payment options (how payments are accepted/managed) - Fee accounts are managed through an online payment portal; the portal provides secure, multi-currency payment using various methods. Families may contact the Finance Office for details on available payment channels and any required banking information. - Two-instalment plan and advance-payment options are available as described under billing schedule and payment terms. Administrative fees apply to instalment plans as noted above. Other practical notes on costs - VAT is applicable and included in fees where required; invoices will show applicable VAT rates. Sibling tuition reductions apply when two or more siblings are enrolled simultaneously (2 children: 5% discount on second child; 3 children: 10% discount on second and third; 4+ children: 15% on second and subsequent children). - Certain insurances (Swiss health insurance, third-party liability, property coverage, travel insurance for school trips) are included for boarders within the tuition charge; families should review the insurance arrangements and top-up or supplementary cover where appropriate. Contacts for billing and finance - The Finance Office handles account-specific enquiries and the Admissions Office handles admissions-related billing queries; contact details are provided on the school's published financial information.	Fee details Application and Admission Fees - Application fee (boarding applications): CHF 500. — (payable on submission; non-refundable). - Admission (one‑time) fee for day pupils: Foundation Stage–Year 2: CHF 3,000. —; Years 3–5: CHF 3,500. —; Years 6–13: CHF 4,500. — (payable within 10 working days of offer; secures the place; non‑refundable and not credited to term fees). Day‑student Tuition — Annual and Per‑Term amounts (per pupil) All annual tuition amounts below are stated in Swiss francs (CHF). The school's standard term billing splits the annual tuition as Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30% and Term 3 = 30%; per‑term amounts shown below follow that split. - Foundation Stages 1–2: Annual tuition CHF 31,400. — - Term 1 (40%): CHF 12,560. — - Term 2 (30%): CHF 9,420. — - Term 3 (30%): CHF 9,420. — - Years 1–2: Annual tuition CHF 32,650. — - Term 1: CHF 13,060. — - Term 2: CHF 9,795. — - Term 3: CHF 9,795. — - Years 3–5: Annual tuition CHF 33,950. — - Term 1: CHF 13,580. — - Term 2: CHF 10,185. — - Term 3: CHF 10,185. — - Year 6: Annual tuition CHF 36,200. — - Term 1: CHF 14,480. — - Term 2: CHF 10,860. — - Term 3: CHF 10,860. — - Years 7–8: Annual tuition CHF 42,950. — - Term 1: CHF 17,180. — - Term 2: CHF 12,885. — - Term 3: CHF 12,885. — - Year 9: Annual tuition CHF 43,300. — - Term 1: CHF 17,320. — - Term 2: CHF 12,990. — - Term 3: CHF 12,990. — - Year 10: Annual tuition CHF 45,300. — - Term 1: CHF 18,120. — - Term 2: CHF 13,590. — - Term 3: CHF 13,590. — - Year 11: Annual tuition CHF 45,750. — - Term 1: CHF 18,300. — - Term 2: CHF 13,725. — - Term 3: CHF 13,725. — - Years 12–13: Annual tuition CHF 48,250. — - Term 1: CHF 19,300. — - Term 2: CHF 14,475. — - Term 3: CHF 14,475. — (Annual tuition figures and the term split for invoicing are applied to calculate the per‑term amounts above.) Boarding — Fees and One‑time Charges (Years available for boarding and annual totals) - Application fee (boarding): CHF 500. — (payable on submission; non‑refundable). - Admission fee for boarding pupils (one‑time): CHF 8,500. — (payable on offer; secures the place; non‑refundable). - Security deposit (boarding): CHF 4,000. — (refundable after departure once the account is settled). Annual tuition plus boarding (per pupil; shown as Weekly boarder / Full boarder): - Years 6–7: CHF 72,850. — (weekly) / CHF 98,500. — (full). - Years 8–9: CHF 87,900. — (weekly) / CHF 118,650. — (full). - Years 10–11: CHF 89,950. — (weekly) / CHF 121,950. — (full). - Years 12–13: CHF 92,500. — (weekly) / CHF 125,500. — (full). These boarding fees include house‑parent supervision, food and lodging (with laundry of bed linen), some local medical transfers (up to six trips per year within the local area), and other boarding services as listed in the school's service summary. Optional or extra charges (see below) are billed in addition to the stated annual fees. Mandatory charges and frequent additional fees - EdTech AI fee (Years 3–11): CHF 50. — per year (annually in October). - EdTech VR fee (Years 7–12): CHF 50. — per year (annually in October). - IGCSE examination charges: Year 10 CHF 300. — (per pupil, annually); Year 11 CHF 1,500. — (per pupil, annually). - IB Diploma fee: Years 12 and 13 CHF 1,500. — (per pupil, annually). - Medical & complementary insurance (boarding): CHF 2,700. — annually (invoiced in August for boarding pupils). - Uniform: basic uniform package generally from CHF 300. — to CHF 545. — (charged at point of sale). - Pocket money (boarding suggested amount): CHF 1,750. — annually (often invoiced). - Single room request (boarding): CHF 10,000. — annually (if available; charged in addition to the boarding fee). - Minibus transport (optional) — zone pricing published; examples of yearly one‑way: CHF 2,060. — (Zone 1) up to CHF 2,990. — (Zone 3); termly pro‑rata options available. - Learning centre / SEN support and specialist tuition: fees vary by level of support (examples include CHF 150. — per 6‑week intervention up to specific annual programme fees for higher levels). Billing schedule and payment terms - Default billing for day pupils: termly billing with the annual tuition split as Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30% and Term 3 = 30%. Payments are due on Term 1: 30/06/2025; Term 2: 30/11/2025; Term 3: 28/02/2026 (dates reflect the academic billing calendar). - The school issues invoices in advance; it is possible to request annual billing instead of termly billing. For boarding families, the school publishes annual invoicing and other invoicing options; extra expenses (optional activities, clubs, pocket money, some transport items) are billed at the end of each term. - All fees are payable in advance against the invoice on or before the due date. Invoices must be paid in full, without deduction. Payments can be made by wire transfer or by credit card; a 3% surcharge applies to credit card payments. The school may request a direct debit instruction for further payments. Late payment and collection - If fees are not paid by the due date the pupil may be suspended from attending school activities, examinations or graduation; reports and diplomas will not be released until all financial obligations are settled. Boarding pupils may be required to return home after a maximum suspension period if boarding fees are unpaid. - The signatory undertakes to pay annual default interest of 10% for late payments. Reminder charges for collection are applied (example: CHF 50. — for a second reminder; CHF 100. — for additional reminders). Expenses incurred in the collection process will be charged to the parents. Withdrawal, refunds and notice - Withdrawal must be notified in writing to the Admissions Department. Notice deadlines to leave at the end of each term are published; for example, to leave at the end of Term 1 (December) notification must be received by 31 August; to leave at the end of Term 2 (March) by 31 December; to leave at the end of Term 3 (June) by 31 March. If the required notice is not received, the following term's tuition (and boarding, where applicable) fees are payable in full. - No refund of fees can be claimed on account of absence through illness, expulsion or disciplinary measures or for other circumstances not attributable to the school. If a pupil is withdrawn before or during a term without meeting notice requirements, no reimbursement of that term's tuition and fixed charges will be made. The security deposit for boarding is refundable after the pupil leaves and all accounts are settled. How invoices are typically presented and other invoicing notes - Annual tuition appears on the school invoice; parents may choose termly or annual billing where offered. Extra charges (uniform, optional clubs, transport, exam charges, some SEN services) are invoiced separately or at the end of each term. Multi‑child sibling discounts are published and applied where eligible; these are published per year group. Summary of accepted payment methods - Bank (wire) transfer — details provided on school invoices. - Credit card — accepted with a 3% surcharge. - The school may request direct debit for ongoing payments; occasional payment processing or reminder fees may be charged for late or missed payments.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Ten boarding houses in total: La Baita and La Casa for juniors (ages 7-13); Clairmont, Exeter, Le Cerf and Le Trient for senior girls; Alpina, Belvedere, Delaware and St Louis for senior boys. The boarding population is 85%.	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available with weekly and full options. International boarding provides around-the-clock care with dedicated and experienced boarding staff. Boarding emphasizes wellbeing, self-esteem and confidence, and fosters global citizenship within an international community.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform is organized into No. 1 (formal dress) and No. 2 (everyday working dress), with a Years 12-13 dress code; there are also sections for PE & Sport, Expeditions & Skiing, and Other.	Uniform requirement Uniform package is required; basic package costs 300–545 CHF.
Food options	Food options Most meals are taken in the School Restaurant with world, traditional and vegetarian options; Mondays are vegetarian for the whole school. Breakfast is available in the School Restaurant or in boarding houses; lunches are served in two sittings in the School Restaurant and dinners are served in the Restaurant by house groups. House meals are also common with weekly deliveries or meals prepared by students on Sundays.	Food options Meals are included.
House system	House system Junior Houses: La Baita and La Casa; Senior Girls: Clairmont, Exeter, Le Cerf, Le Trient; Senior Boys: Alpina, Belvedere, Delaware, St Louis.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is wholly owned and overseen by the Aiglon College Association (ACA), a not-for-profit association. Aiglon operates under the legal name Aiglon College Services SA (ACSSA), which is fully owned by the ACA. The ACSSA Board runs the school and reports to the ACA, and the ACA governs the association and its donations, reinvesting all profits back into the school.	Governance and ownership The school is a member of Inspired Education, a global education group with 110+ schools across six continents. Inspired focuses on three pillars: Academics, Performing & Creative Arts, and Sport.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Discovery Years (Years 5-9) connect academic study with expeditions, the arts and personal reflection under guiding questions to foster student growth. Exploration Years (Years 10-11) offer two tracks: Cambridge IGCSE and a bespoke Pre-IB Programme designed to prepare students for the IB Diploma. Inspiration Years (Years 12-13) deliver the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. English is the language of instruction, with targeted English as an Additional Language (EAL) support to enable access to the curriculum. Alongside the IB, graduates receive a fully accredited High School Diploma.	Curriculum details The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum up to IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Cambridge International runs from Pre-school through Junior School to Years 10–11 (IGCSE), after which students progress to the IB Diploma Programme in the High School (ages 16–19). The IB is delivered in English, with a choice between an English route and a bilingual English/French route, and language acquisition support for beginners; the IGCSE pathway provides a broad, balanced curriculum and supports a smooth transition to the IB.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 5:1 student-teacher ratio; classes average 12 students.	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes and a low pupil-to-teacher ratio.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IB Diploma results are strong: the average score was 35.5, the highest score was 45, and 40% of students earned bilingual diplomas (2024 results).
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates receive a fully accredited High School Diploma alongside the IB, enabling entry to universities worldwide.	Higher education progression A University Guidance Counsellor assists with the university application process, deadlines, admissions testing, letters of recommendation, and transcripts. There is an on-campus University Fair with representatives from over 60 universities. Around one in three Inspired pupils progresses to Russell Group and Ivy League universities, with specialised support from in-house university staff and exclusive partnerships with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door; Swiss destinations include EPFL, UNIL and EHL.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment is prioritised for learners to support advanced study and broader academic development.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Personal, social, health and emotional education is integrated into the Discovery Years curriculum. Topics cover contemporary issues to support real-world development. Year 7 reflects on identity and ethics and explores digital safety; Year 8 considers personal culture and world religions; Year 9 studies the systems that influence behaviour and ethics. The programme fosters critical thinking, reflection and global citizenship, with staff across houses and curricular programmes supporting students' wellbeing. The approach emphasises holistic development and supportive relationships.	Social & emotional learning The happiness and wellbeing of pupils are at the heart of everything the school does. A dedicated Vice Principal for Wellbeing oversees the support systems that ensure pupils flourish. Class Tutors in the Junior School and Form Tutors in Years 6 to 13 have immediate responsibility for pupils' wellbeing and progress, with regular catch-ups to discuss and resolve problems. The school fosters a collaborative community through the St. George's Parent Community, which runs events to strengthen home–school links and pupil development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The Learning Support Department provides specialist teaching to support students with a variety of learning difficulties, through individualised intervention and personalised target setting. A team of qualified teachers works one-to-one with students and alongside staff to maximise potential and enable success.	Special educational needs (SEN) Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) have access to Learning Centre support as part of the school's inclusive provision. The Admissions process collects medical and psychological information to enable assessment and appropriate provision. The Learning Centre Admissions Policy governs access to support; depending on need, pupils may receive Curricular Support (Levels 1–3) and related options, with additional fees where applicable. English Language Support and integration considerations may be part of this process. Assessments may identify needs after arrival or over time to tailor provision.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language An expert English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme enables students from around the world to access the curriculum. Students benefit from immersion in an English-speaking community and ongoing support, with one-to-one and classroom assistance available.	English as an additional language The school provides an English Language Acquisition Programme (ELAP) and Integration Support for pupils who do not yet have language skills to access the academic curriculum. The Learning Centre offers language and study support to help pupils engage with lessons and integrate socially. Admissions require relevant medical or psychological reports to inform provision. Where needed, language and curricular support is allocated with associated fees as part of the learning plan. Support is designed to enable access to the international curriculum and successful integration.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The health and wellbeing provision includes an in-house team with specialists in mental health support. Mindfulness practices and wellbeing initiatives run across campus, with access to mindfulness practitioners, art therapists and nutritionists as needed. Preventative care and personal development are central to the wellbeing strategy.	Mental wellbeing The wellbeing of pupils is central to the school's ethos. A dedicated Vice Principal for Wellbeing oversees the support systems that ensure pupils flourish. Class Tutors in the Junior School and Form Tutors in Years 6 to 13 monitor wellbeing and progress, with regular catch-ups to discuss concerns. The school promotes strong home–school partnerships through the St. George's Parent Community and school events that support pupils' social and emotional development. This approach includes opportunities for drama, sport, arts and community activities that foster confidence and resilience.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Professional safeguarding and wellbeing teams operate to guide policies and priorities for student protection. Staff collaborate across houses and curricular programmes to promote healthy sleep habits and overall wellbeing. A documented safeguarding policy framework exists and is regularly reviewed.	Safeguarding St. George's International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. There is a Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Safeguarding Officer who work with staff, parents and pupils and with local authorities to ensure child protection policies are followed on campus and off-site.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus blends purpose-built teaching and boarding spaces with renovated chalets in an alpine setting. It houses spaces for daily life, creative arts and study, connected by a cohesive campus environment. The Tony Jashanmal Sports Centre provides modern fitness and training facilities, with access to additional on-campus and local venues. The Centre for Enquiry reimagines the library as a collaborative learning hub with a maker space and 3D printers. Expeditions equipment is stored in the Expeditions Store to support weekend and term expeditions, and music facilities include a recording studio. The campus also hosts community spaces such as a chapel and historic buildings integrated with the village setting.	Facilities overview The campus has purpose-built indoor and outdoor facilities, with modern classrooms tailored to each year group and equipped with learning technologies. The META mixed reality program supports memory retention, and teachers use a Lesson Planner. Labs support Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Design & Technology. Dedicated Music, Art and Dance studios provide spaces with creative materials and equipment, and extensive sports facilities include fields, courts, a large sports hall and a gym. The recently renovated boarding house offers single and double bedrooms for pupils to rest and socialize in a home away from home.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Students have regular access to the Tony Jashanmal Sports Centre, our modern facility with two multi-use, full-size courts and a fitness suite. There are two outdoor astroturf football pitches on campus. The school also has access to the Villars tennis centre, local athletics track, indoor swimming pool, ice rink, and Lac Léman in summer. Winter activities include alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ski touring and racing on the local resort, offering over 112 km of slopes from October to May. Competitive sport includes over 12 teams that train and compete across three terms.	Sports facilities Extensive sports facilities include fields, courts and playgrounds, a large sports hall and a gym. These facilities support a range of elite team and individual sports options.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Centre for Enquiry reimagines the library space as a collaborative learning hub, with a quiet pod for individual work and a maker space with 3D printers. The AIR Lab (Applied Innovation and Robotics) supports student projects in robotics and related disciplines. The Centre for Enquiry also hosts a range of learning spaces for group work and creative projects. The campus features modern teaching spaces integrated with creative arts facilities and technology. Aiglon provides a 360º virtual tour to explore teaching and boarding facilities.	Academic facilities Modern classrooms tailored to each year group are equipped with learning technologies. A META mixed reality program enhances memory retention, and a Lesson Planner helps teachers manage lessons. Cutting-edge labs support Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Design & Technology.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Expeditions are a core feature of student life, supported by the Expeditions Store stocked with equipment for weekends and seasons. Arts and music spaces include a recording studio and music facilities for performances and lessons. The Centre for Enquiry and related spaces support clubs and project-based activities beyond the classroom. Chapel and other community spaces host events and gatherings as part of student life.	Extra curricular facilities Dedicated Music, Art and Dance studios provide spaces with modern materials, tools and equipment for arts-based activities. Extensive sports facilities support a range of sports clubs and after-school activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Aiglon College was founded in 1949 by John Corlette. The school is a not-for-profit independent institution owned and overseen by a non-profit association. The guiding ethos is the balanced development of mind, body and spirit. Meditation and mountain expeditions have resided at the core of Aiglon life since its inception. The mountaintop environment is central to life at Aiglon, where the mountain is both home and classroom.	History Founded in 1927, St. George's International School has grown into an international campus. It serves a global community with pupils from more than 60 nationalities, creating a diverse learning environment. The curriculum is broad and balanced, integrating academics, sport, and the expressive and performing arts in a multilingual setting. The school is part of Inspired Education, the world's leading group of premium private schools.
Community	Community Community is central to Aiglon life, with a global alumni network and an active parent community. The alumni network contributes to over 50% of new student referrals. The Aiglon Magazine is published twice a year for the community. Global events connect Aiglon's community worldwide, and parent-focused events help keep families involved.	Community St. George's brings together a global, multilingual community with pupils representing more than 60 nationalities. Students engage in a wide range of sporting events, clubs, and projects beyond the classroom. The school's mission emphasizes lifting eyes and becoming inclusive, globally minded citizens within a supportive community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parent Ambassador Council (PAC) was created to leverage the talents, expertise, experience and goodwill of the parent body to support Aiglon's guiding principles. It offers formal opportunities for parent involvement and to contribute to school life. Aiglon hosts a variety of parent events throughout the year to keep the parent community engaged. Global events connect families around the world with the campus. The calendar and dates section helps parents stay informed about key events. Useful Resources provide downloads and information for parents.	Parent teacher association The Parent Liaison Group (PLG) is a voluntary organisation of parents who encourage closer links between home and school. The PLG meets regularly and has a proactive social function, allowing parents and staff to meet one another. The Welcome Coffee Morning at the start of the school year helps parents connect with others. Interested parents can volunteer as Class Reps or Boarders' Reps to strengthen communication. The PLG manages a babysitters list and a database of language support links for new families, communicates useful information at coffee morning events, and organises a Family Picnic for all pupils, a separate Halloween Party for Junior pupils, Cheese and Wine evenings and Quiz Nights in Terms 2 and 3. It also runs termly second-hand school uniform sales and fundraising events and helps with school trips.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Aiglon's activities program provides a wide range of academically oriented experiences. VEX Robotics, CubeSat project, Biotechnology, Science Olympiad, Maths Olympiad Challenge, Anatomy & Dissection, Design & Engineering, and Coding are available as part of the weekday activities. For students in the IB Diploma Inspiration Years, a minimum of two activities per week is required, with an intentional CAS reflection component. Students are encouraged to lead their own activities, bringing personal interests to the Aiglon community.	Academic & intellectual Sport Études empowers students with a flexible timetable that integrates academics with sporting excellence. Drawing inspiration from the very best, Sport Études provides opportunities to learn from former Olympians through exclusive talks. The programme includes mental fortitude coaching and tailored nutrition and fitness sessions to support peak performance.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative There are extensive creative arts offerings, including String Quartet, Brass Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Big Band, Orchestra, Chamber Choir, and Rock Jam, as well as theatre, dance, photography, film-making, printmaking, ceramics, and fashion/design activities. Additional creative platforms include International Cinema Club, Theatre Make‑up, and public speaking initiatives such as LAMDA Public Speaking. These activities are supported within the school's broader arts framework.	Arts & creative Music includes a wide range of extracurricular activities for all ages, including orchestras, bands and choirs, with instrumental and vocal lessons delivered by specialist peripatetic teachers. Art classes encourage experimentation with traditional and modern forms, developing creativity and critical thinking. Drama fosters collaboration and confidence through a project-based course that stages scripted and original pieces. Dance exposes students to genres from Tap to Hip-Hop, supporting physical and artistic development.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language and culture clubs promote intercultural understanding, including Chinese, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese Language & Culture Clubs, and the Oriental Society. These clubs accompany intercultural experiences and contribute to the school's interculturalism focus.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Aiglon offers a broad array of social and hobby activities such as Esports, Coding, Design & Engineering, Lego League, Warhammer, Role‑Play Games, and clubs for film, photography, and music. Weekend and after‑school options expand opportunities for social connection and personal interests.	Social & hobbies Sport is an integral part of life at St. George's, with a vibrant array of extracurricular sports clubs. Students can specialise through Sports Academies in swimming, golf, tennis, ski racing, and freeriding, and represent St. George's in regional, national and international competitions. Through sport, pupils develop teamwork, resilience and a sense of community.
Community & service	Community & service The program includes community service components such as Service at the Refugee Centre and Foodbank, alongside student‑led initiatives within systems like Round Square and related service platforms. These activities reinforce service and social responsibility as part of the school ethos.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership and professional development are supported through Enterprise, Innovation and Pitch activities, Academic Peer Mentorship, and participation in Round Square. These elements foster initiative, collaboration and real‑world problem solving.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport and wellbeing are central to life at Aiglon, with over 12 competitive sport teams and a broad sport offering. The school partners with Manchester City Football School and Lindsey Vonn to provide elite skiing education, supported by facilities such as the Tony Jashanmal Sports Centre and access to local mountain terrain for year‑round activity. A weekend programme also includes expeditions and trips to sustain fitness and resilience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport Études provides a flexible timetable that blends academics with sport. It includes exclusive talks from former Olympians and specialist coaching in mental preparation, nutrition and fitness to support wellbeing and peak athletic performance. These elements contribute to the overall wellbeing and resilience of student-athletes.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the common tongue at Aiglon, and the school maintains a multilingual culture with 65 nationalities represented and 23 languages spoken. Students are encouraged to thrive in their home language or learn another language. French is taught as part of the curriculum, alongside other World Languages offered by the school. The programme includes dynamic language programmes to develop multilingual competence.	Language provision English and French are the languages of instruction; pupils can follow an English-only or French-and-English bilingual route; Language Acquisition Programme and the Family Language Planning Service provide language support.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school offers English-only and French-English bilingual pathways.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Our English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme provides targeted language support and immersion in an English-speaking community. Students access the curriculum with specialist teaching, supplemented by classroom assistance. Support is provided one-on-one and in the classroom.	Immersion programs Language Acquisition Programme supports French and English language beginners; Family Language Planning Service tailors language pathways for each pupil.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admissions at Aiglon College are selective but untraditional. Applicants are evaluated on alignment with Guiding Principles—challenge, respect, responsibility, diversity, and service—and on whether they could access the rigorous, experiential curriculum, thrive in the mountain environment, and flourish in the international boarding community. Applications are accepted up to one year before arrival, and early applications are strongly encouraged. The admissions process follows these steps: Enquire, Visit, Apply, Interview & Assess, and Enrolment Decision. Enquire involves submitting a short inquiry for a member of the team to reach out and discuss family needs and goals. Visit invites families to experience the campus with two options: an Initial Enquiry Visit (about 1 hour 30 minutes) or a Full Admissions Visit (about 3 to 4 hours) that includes admissions assessments and an interview; Year 12 applicants must do a Full Admissions Visit. Apply requires submitting school reports for the last two academic years, two confidential teacher references, a non‑refundable registration fee of CHF 3,000, and a passport scan. Interview & Assess varies by age, with different formats for Years 3–4, 5–11, and 12. Enrolment Decision is made by the Enrolment Committee and communicated monthly with three possible outcomes: Accept, Waiting List, or Decline.	Admissions 1. Registration: To begin your application, click Enquire Now to complete an Enquiry form. The admissions portal guides you through the application process and prompts you to upload documentation in support of the application. Required documents include a copy of ID or passport, the previous two years of academic records in English for Year 1 or higher, immunisation records, and a passport photograph. Finally, the Academic Dean or Headteacher of your child's current school must complete the Academic Recommendation Form. 2. Visit the School: After the application is completed, each prospective pupil is invited to meet with the Principal and the admissions team for a visit. During the visit, the pupil and their family will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about St. George's International School. If relocation from abroad makes a visit impossible, a video call interview can be held. 3. Assessment: Applicants will be invited to sit entrance assessments, which are usually taken online. The assessments form part of the application evaluation. The final decision is made after all steps are completed as part of the admissions process. 4. Final Decision: The admissions committee reviews all applications once they are completed and a decision is made. If a place is offered, you will receive an acceptance letter, an enrolment enrolment agreement, and an invoice for the admission fee.
Scholarships	Scholarships Aiglon offers a small number of fully funded scholarships to students whose families could not otherwise afford an Aiglon education. Since 1991, 134 scholars have been welcomed, with half of current scholars funded by the generosity of parents and alumni. Scholarships are funded through annual giving, endowment, private sponsorship, and reinvested operating expenditures. Aiglon Scholarships cover tuition and the additional costs needed for scholars to engage fully in life at the school, including accommodation, meals, wellbeing programmes, tutoring, on‑site healthcare, ski passes and equipment, expeditions, and cultural programmes, plus costs such as residence tax, permits, laundry, bedding, house equipment, travel insurance, and planned social trips. An extra allowances provides for personal expenses, travel, educational trips, medical expenses, school uniforms, technology needs, and private lessons. Scholarships are merit‑based and means‑tested, overseen by the Scholarship Committee; priority is normally given to applicants entering Year 11 or Year 12, and scholarships remain with the student until graduation pending annual achievement reviews. Arriving students are integrated through a buddy system, welcome meetings, mentorship, houseparent support, tutor and wellbeing support, university advising, and travel assistance. Information Booklet offers full details of the scholarship process. Independent Scholarship Pathway is available via an online application. Applications for Year 11 (US Grade 10) must be at least 15 by September 1, and for Year 12 (US Grade 11) at least 16 and at most 18 by September 1. The process includes online application, school reports, references, and financial information as part of later stages. For inquiries, scholarships@aiglon.ch.	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars: The Nsouli Scholars Programme enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend Inspired's prestigious schools on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. The programme honours Nadim Nsouli, who founded Inspired in 2013. Several scholarships will be awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin. Enquiries can be submitted via Enquire Now.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting List occurs when a place cannot be offered immediately; those on the waiting list are reviewed during monthly enrolment assessments, and final decisions are communicated on a monthly cycle.	Waitlist —
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