Collège du Léman vs Institut Florimont

	C Collège du Léman Geneva, Switzerland	I Institut Florimont Geneva, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 24,900 - 36,980	Fees / year CHF 19,300 - 29,500
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,900	Pupils 1,600
Typical class size	Typical class size 13	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 1960	Opened 1905
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Route de Sauverny 74, CH-1290 Versoix, Geneva, Switzerland. The campus sits between the Jura Mountains and Lake Geneva, offering outdoor spaces and modern facilities. It is about a 20-minute drive from the airport and within easy reach of Geneva city and the surrounding countryside.	Location Geneva, Petit-Lancy, Switzerland. Located in the Petit-Lancy district of Geneva.
Stages	Stages Pre-school Ages 2 to 6; Primary Ages 6 to 11; Middle School & Secondaire I Ages 11 to 14; High School & Secondaire II Ages 14 to 18. Boarding Ages 10 to 18.	Stages Maternelle (Kindergarten); Primaire (Primary); Lower Secondary (Cycle) – three years with French or bilingual (French/English); Upper Secondary (Secondaire 2) – Swiss Matura, French Baccalaureate, or International Baccalaureate (IB).
School type	School type Day and boarding international school in Geneva, Switzerland.	School type Private school offering francophone or bilingual programmes.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students from more than 120 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme with fifteen periods of English per week, taught in small, single-level groups, and a fully scaffolded pathway into English-medium education.	Additional learning support Individualised support provided by dedicated teaching teams that tailor to each student's pace and goals.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Catholic
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Florimont bus service is offered to students living in the Geneva region, the canton of Vaud and neighbouring France. Places are limited; registration is valid for the academic year. The service depends on applications received and deadlines, previous registrations, requests for return journeys, distance between home and school, and journey time. Parents are not allowed to accompany their children on the first day of school.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and one‑time fees (new students) - Application fee: CHF 500 per student. - Admission (registration) fee: Day students CHF 3,800 per student; Boarding students CHF 4,800 per student. - Security deposit (refundable if conditions met): Day students CHF 600; Boarding students CHF 6,000. Annual tuition and boarding fees (amounts by year group / grade) - Day students (annual tuition, 2025–2026): - Preschool (2–3 yrs): CHF 24,900 per year. - Preschool (4–5 yrs / Kindergarten): CHF 24,900 per year. - Primary (G1–G5 / CP–CM2 / BIL1–BIL5): CHF 29,300 per year. - Middle School (G6–G8 / BIL6–BIL8): CHF 34,500 per year. - High School (G9–G10 / IGCSE 1–2): CHF 35,980 per year. - G11–G12 (IB1–IB2): CHF 36,980 per year. - French‑stream middle/high years (example ranges): 6ème–4ème CHF 33,500; 3ème & 2nde CHF 35,180; 1ère–Tle CHF 35,980. - Boarding students (G5–G12 / CM2–Tle, annual): CHF 113,500 per year. Partial‑year (subject to availability): 1st semester CHF 62,500; 2nd semester CHF 73,900. Included items are listed below. How payments are billed and common payment schedules (due dates and terms) - Advance / deposit on fees required to confirm a place: - Day students: Advance on tuition CHF 2,500 due shortly after invoice/offer (to confirm enrolment). - Boarding students: Advance on tuition & boarding CHF 39,000 due within 15 days of invoice/offer. - Standard payment plans for the academic year (dates shown are the published deadlines for the 2025–2026 year): - Plan A — single payment: entire balance due on 15 June 2025. - Plan B — two installments: two equal payments (50% / 50%): first due 15 June 2025 and second due 15 November 2025 (day students) / 5 November 2025 (boarding schedule shows the second installment date). - Plan C — monthly direct‑debit option (day students): ten monthly payments from 30 June 2025 to 31 March 2026; Plan C carries an administrative charge of CHF 500 per child and requires authorization for direct debit. (Plan C for day students only; when available it requires direct debit.) - For boarding students the published balance amounts after the advance are: under Plan A the balance due on 15 June 2025 is CHF 74,500; under Plan B the two balances are CHF 37,250 + CHF 37,250. The advance (CHF 39,000) plus these balances equals the published annual boarding fee of CHF 113,500. Billing, late payment and collection terms - Invoices are issued electronically by default; paper invoices available on request. Refunds are made by bank transfer to the payer named on the original payment. - Late payment consequences: fixed reminder charge (CHF 150 per 2nd reminder), and default interest (published at 12% for late payments). Non‑payment may result in suspension from classes, withholding of documents and other sanctions. Boarding fees — inclusions and specifics - Annual boarding fee (G5–G12 / CM2–Tle): CHF 113,500. This annual amount includes health insurance, provision of an iPad or MacBook Air (depending on grade) and insurance for those devices, books and mandatory school supplies, field trips and discovery days, three mountain weekends, personal laundry service (excess use/dry‑cleaning invoiced separately), EAL and Mathematics courses for the first marking period (for qualifying new students), sports uniform, blazer and a ski jacket. Exam fees (IB, MATU, BAC, TOEFL, SAT, IGCSE) are invoiced separately. Partial‑year boarding fees are published as CHF 62,500 (first semester) and CHF 73,900 (second semester), subject to availability. Other fees and mandatory/optional additional costs - Exam fees for external assessments (IB, Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat, TOEFL, SAT, IGCSE, etc.) are invoiced separately. - School books: one set of school books is included in the published tuition; additional or replacement books are invoiced if required. - School supplies: certain supplies for preschool and primary are provided and included; additional supplies may be invoiced. - Lunch, bus transport and many after‑school activities are invoiced separately when applicable; bus and lunch services have separate general conditions. Example excursion charges for preschool/primary are published (e.g., CHF 105–115 per outing where applicable). Uniforms are mandatory for Preschool and Primary and are invoiced separately for day students; sports uniform, blazer and ski jacket are included for boarding students. - Optional services (non‑exhaustive): private lessons, boarding trips, enhanced learning support and some extracurricular items may be invoiced separately. Any excess laundry use or dry‑cleaning is charged in addition to included laundry. Refund, cancellation and early‑departure terms (summary) - General rule: enrolment is for the full academic year (August–June) and signing the Tuition Summary or paying any portion of the advance creates an irrevocable commitment to pay for the full academic year except as set out in the published cancellation rules. - Day‑student cancellation (examples from published schedule for 2025–2026): - Cancellation received before 30 June 2025: release from the obligation to pay the full year by payment of the non‑refundable advance (CHF 2,500) plus one‑time fees. - Cancellation received between 30 June 2025 and 15 August 2025: contractual penalty approx. 50% of annual tuition plus one‑time fees. - Cancellation after 15 August 2025: full year's tuition and one‑time fees are due (100%). - Boarding cancellation (examples from published schedule for 2025–2026): - Cancellation received before 30 June 2025: release from full‑year obligation by payment of the advance on tuition and boarding (CHF 39,000) plus one‑time fees. - Cancellation between 30 June 2025 and 15 August 2025: contractual penalty comprising a published portion of tuition and boarding (CHF 76,250) plus one‑time fees. - Cancellation after 15 August 2025: full annual Tuition and Boarding fees plus one‑time fees are due. Early‑departure notification deadlines (for partial refunds/penalties) are published (examples: notification by 30 Sep ~ 50% tuition / 100% boarding; by 31 Dec ~ 80% tuition / 100% boarding; after 31 Dec ~ 100% of annual tuition and boarding). - Security deposit refund: the refundable security deposit is returned without interest within three months after departure when all financial obligations have been fulfilled; the refund is made by bank transfer to the original payer. Accepted payment channels and practical payment notes - Published payment channels include bank transfer and card/online payments via an approved international payment platform (Flywire is used for tuition payments and supports bank transfer and card/online payment methods). Payments made by card or online methods are typically guaranteed to the school; Flywire processing times vary but are commonly 2–3 business days to deliver funds to the school. Direct debit authorization is required for the monthly Plan C option. Payments from certain sanctioned countries or sanctioned banks are not accepted. Refunds are made by bank transfer to the payer on record. Administrative charges and extras - Administrative charge for Plan C (monthly) for day students: CHF 500 per child (CHF 50 per month over 10 months). Direct debit is mandatory for Plan C. - Reminder charge and default interest for late payments: CHF 150 for a second reminder and default interest at 12%. (Amounts and dates above are published for the 2025–2026 academic year and shown in the school's 2025–2026 published fee schedules and general conditions.)	Fee details Application and registration fees - Registration fee (all year groups): CHF 500. - Re‑entry fee (all year groups): CHF 300. - An enrolment/re‑enrolment deposit is collected at the time of the first invoice in the first quarter. Registration and re‑entry fees are non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (per quarter and per year — academic year 2025–2026) - Primary (11th–10th common core): Quarter 1 CHF 8,285; Quarter 2 CHF 6,470; Quarter 3 CHF 5,445; Year CHF 20,200. - Primary (9th–7th): Quarter 1 CHF 8,305; Quarter 2 CHF 6,485; Quarter 3 CHF 5,460; Year CHF 20,250. - Middle School (6th–5th): Quarter 1 CHF 8,980; Quarter 2 CHF 7,015; Quarter 3 CHF 5,905; Year CHF 21,900. - Middle School (4th): Quarter 1 CHF 9,640; Quarter 2 CHF 7,525; Quarter 3 CHF 6,335; Year CHF 23,500. - French Baccalauréat (3ème): Quarter 1 CHF 9,720; Quarter 2 CHF 7,590; Quarter 3 CHF 6,390; Year CHF 23,700. - French Baccalauréat (2nde): Quarter 1 CHF 10,295; Quarter 2 CHF 8,040; Quarter 3 CHF 6,765; Year CHF 25,100. - French Baccalauréat (1ère): Quarter 1 CHF 10,825; Quarter 2 CHF 8,455; Quarter 3 CHF 7,120; Year CHF 26,400. - French Baccalauréat (Terminale): Quarter 1 CHF 11,260; Quarter 2 CHF 8,790; Quarter 3 CHF 7,400; Year CHF 27,450. - Swiss Maturité (3e): Quarter 1 CHF 9,845; Quarter 2 CHF 7,685; Quarter 3 CHF 6,470; Year CHF 24,000. - Swiss Maturité (2nde): Quarter 1 CHF 10,415; Quarter 2 CHF 8,135; Quarter 3 CHF 6,850; Year CHF 25,400. - Swiss Maturité (1re Matu): Quarter 1 CHF 10,725; Quarter 2 CHF 8,375; Quarter 3 CHF 7,050; Year CHF 26,150. - Swiss Maturité (Terminale Matu): Quarter 1 CHF 11,195; Quarter 2 CHF 8,745; Quarter 3 CHF 7,360; Year CHF 27,300. - Middle School Art/Sport (6th–5th): Quarter 1 CHF 9,350; Quarter 2 CHF 7,300; Quarter 3 CHF 6,150; Year CHF 22,800. - Middle School Art/Sport (4th): Quarter 1 CHF 9,820; Quarter 2 CHF 7,670; Quarter 3 CHF 6,460; Year CHF 23,950. - Bilingual Kindergarten and Primary (pré‑bilingue 14e): Quarter 1 CHF 7,915; Quarter 2 CHF 6,180; Quarter 3 CHF 5,205; Year CHF 19,300. - Bilingual Primary (13e–12e): Quarter 1 CHF 8,160; Quarter 2 CHF 6,375; Quarter 3 CHF 5,365; Year CHF 19,900. - Bilingual Primary (11e–10e common core): Quarter 1 CHF 8,285; Quarter 2 CHF 6,470; Quarter 3 CHF 5,445; Year CHF 20,200. - Bilingual Primary (9e–7e): Quarter 1 CHF 8,570; Quarter 2 CHF 6,695; Quarter 3 CHF 5,635; Year CHF 20,900. - Bilingual Middle School (6th–5th): Quarter 1 CHF 9,230; Quarter 2 CHF 7,205; Quarter 3 CHF 6,065; Year CHF 22,500. - Bilingual Middle School (4th): Quarter 1 CHF 9,720; Quarter 2 CHF 7,590; Quarter 3 CHF 6,390; Year CHF 23,700. - International Section (Pre‑IB / IB): - 3ème (Pre IB): Quarter 1 CHF 11,440; Quarter 2 CHF 8,935; Quarter 3 CHF 7,525; Year CHF 27,900. - 2nde (Pre IB): Quarter 1 CHF 11,690; Quarter 2 CHF 9,125; Quarter 3 CHF 7,685; Year CHF 28,500. - 1ère IB: Quarter 1 CHF 12,100; Quarter 2 CHF 9,445; Quarter 3 CHF 7,955; Year CHF 29,500. - Terminale IB: Quarter 1 CHF 12,100; Quarter 2 CHF 9,445; Quarter 3 CHF 7,955; Year CHF 29,500. - All tuition fees are quoted in Swiss francs (CHF), VAT included. Half‑board (school lunches) and related charges - Half‑board (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, including supervision): Quarter 1 CHF 1,150; Quarter 2 CHF 915; Quarter 3 CHF 735; Year CHF 2,800. The half‑board is optional and is invoiced with school fees. - School textbooks (all year groups): CHF 150 per year (charged separately). Other costs and optional charges - School transport (bus) is charged separately; places are limited and the bus service is organised and billed outside the tuition fee (registration for bus routes is required). - Language courses beyond the standard timetable, private lessons, after‑school care, supervised study beyond standard hours, optional sports and extra‑curricular activities, pedagogical outings and multi‑day trips, medical/infirmary costs, damages caused by pupils, exam registration fees and fees for university application dossiers are not included in tuition and are charged separately. - Private lesson example rate (indicative internal rate shown in the Guide for Parents): CHF 85 per 45‑minute lesson with an Institut Florimont teacher (rates for student teachers differ). Private lessons are invoiced separately. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and half‑board are invoiced at the start of each quarter and are payable within 10 days of the invoice. If an invoice is unpaid after 10 days, a formal notice is issued allowing a further 10 days; reminder fees apply (CHF 50 for the first reminder, CHF 100 for the second). Interest is charged at 5% after the second reminder and the school may suspend services or terminate the tuition contract for non‑payment. - In the event of a pupil leaving during a term, tuition and half‑board for the current term (vacations excluded) remain payable in full. Discounts and reductions - Sibling discounts on tuition: third child 25% reduction; fourth child 50% reduction. Children of former students receive a 20% reduction on tuition for their first year. Boarding (residential) provision - Institut Florimont does not publish a full boarding (internat) fee; the school offers an optional half‑board (meals) service billed separately and school transport is available as a separate service. No full‑time boarding fees are listed. Refunds and cancellation rules - Cancellation / refund schedule for a confirmed enrolment: - Cancellation up to 31 March: registration fee and deposit are non‑refundable. - Cancellation from 1 April to 31 May: registration fee and half of the first term tuition are payable. - Cancellation from 1 June onwards: registration fee and the full tuition for the first term are payable. - Registration/re‑entry fees are non‑refundable even if the pupil is not admitted. These provisions also apply to re‑registration. In case of departure during the academic year, the current term's fees remain due in full. Fee payment options and invoicing contact - Invoices specify the payment instructions to be used; tuition and optional services are billed by the school's Accounts department. For invoicing or payment enquiries, contact Accounts at compta@florimont.ch or Reception at reception@florimont.ch.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Collège du Léman offers boarding for students aged 10 to 18. Boarders live in modern residential villas with 24/7 care from House Parents. Boarding is all-inclusive, covering accommodation, meals, day and field trips, three weekends in the mountains, books and school supplies, uniform and sports kit, insurance, and tuition. Students have roommates chosen based on gender, age, and interests.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is required; uniform and sports kit are included in boarding fees.	Uniform requirement Dress style rules apply. Clothing must cover the stomach and back; tops must have shoulder straps or sleeves; shorts/skirts must be at least mid-thigh; jeans with holes or rips are not permitted; flip-flops are not allowed.
Food options	Food options Boarders enjoy healthy breakfasts, lunches, and dinners every day. In-house chefs prepare a range of hot and cold options, including vegetarian and vegan meals, using seasonal produce. They can also cater to all dietary requirements.	Food options Restauration promotes healthy eating and carries the Fourchette Verte label, using seasonal, locally sourced, eco-labeled produce from Geneva and Switzerland. The menu includes protein options (meat, poultry, fish, crustaceans, eggs, tofu, cheese), one or two vegetables or fruits, starches, a dessert, and water as the beverage; fish appears twice weekly. Students with dietary restrictions must bring their own lunch, which can be heated on site.
House system	House system The boarding community uses a house system with dedicated House Parents who provide 24/7 care. Boarders live in contemporary residential villas with communal rooms, bedrooms, and private gardens. Rooms are assigned as roommates based on gender, age, and interests, and each house has its own spaces for social and extracurricular activities.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of Nord Anglia Education and is integrated into its global family of schools.	Governance and ownership Institut Florimont is a private Catholic school founded by the Missionaries of Saint Francis de Sales. It has been led by laypeople since 1995, with the steering committee maintaining close collaboration with the religious congregation.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Colle8ge du Le9man offers a tailor-made education with a broad range of internationally recognized curricula and diplomas. In High School, students follow five distinct pathways: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), American High School Diploma, French Baccalaureate, and Swiss Maturite9. From an early age, students can learn in English, French, or a combination of the two, and can switch between pathways year-to-year in a bilingual environment. The Made for You approach focuses on matching strengths and interests, supported by a diverse community of more than 120 nationalities. The school reports strong results, including a 100% pass rate across all five diplomas, an IBDP average score of 36.5, 69% of IGCSE students achieving A* to A, and destinations at top universities such as Cambridge and University College London.	Curriculum details The curriculum runs from kindergarten to upper secondary. Maternelle (Kindergarten) lasts three years and prepares children for primary school. Primaire (Primary) supports pupils throughout, helping them increase knowledge and skills. Cycle (Middle School) provides a common core of three years, offered in French or in a bilingual French/English programme, and leads to the Swiss high school programme (Plan d'Étude Romand). Secondaire 2 (Upper Secondary) prepares pupils for three diplomas: Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. There is a strong focus on language learning and a bilingual curriculum. The school is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and Cambridge Examinations (CIE).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 100% pass rate across all five diplomas. IBDP point score average 36.5, higher than the global average. 69% of IGCSE students earned A* to A grades. Graduates go on to top universities, including Oxford, University College London, Ecole hf4telie8re de Lausanne, and Universite0 Bocconi.	Exam results IB Diploma Programme: 2023 graduation class of 36; Florimont IB pass rate in 2023 is 95% (world average 79%); 69% of IB students achieved 32 points or more, 47% achieved 36+ points, and 14% achieved 40+ points. IB pass rates for 2019–2023 range around the mid-90s to 100% (2019: 95%, 2020: 97%, 2021: 100%, 2022: 96%, 2023: 95%). French Baccalauréat: 100% pass rate; 2023 honours rate 97% with an average of 15.46/20. Swiss Maturité: two language tracks (francophone and bilingual); pass mark 4/6; last year's average 4.9/6; 94% pass rate and 35% honours. Destinations for graduates include universities such as UNIGE (University of Geneva), UNIL (University of Lausanne), EPFL, Sciences Po Paris, and universities in the USA (e.g., Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Brown, Columbia), the UK (Oxbridge), and other top institutions in Switzerland, Europe, Canada, and beyond.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Many Colle8ge du Le9man graduates continue their studies at leading universities worldwide, including Oxford, University College London, Ecole hf4telie8re de Lausanne, and Universite0 Bocconi.	Higher education progression Graduates pursue a wide range of higher education paths. Destinations include University of Geneva (UNIGE), University of Lausanne (UNIL), EPFL, Sciences Po Paris, and leading universities across the USA (Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Brown, Columbia, Penn), the United Kingdom (Oxford, Cambridge), Canada (University of Toronto, others), and other global institutions. The IB Diploma graduates and the French Baccalauréat and Swiss Maturité cohorts commonly progress to prestigious universities and selective programs worldwide.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Challenging the Most Able: in Grades 11 and 12, the school selects its most talented mathematicians to participate in Athena, a university‑level mathematics programme organized with the University of Geneva.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school provides a PSHE-focused programme that fosters knowledge and attributes for thriving as individuals, families, and members of society. It includes explicit wellbeing projects, a structured buddy system, mindfulness and mini-meditation activities, and a full-time pastoral and counselling team to support student resilience and growth. It also runs the REACH programme to promote responsible, eco-friendly, active, creative, and healthy behaviours, alongside student leadership structures and committees for citizenship and inclusion.	Social & emotional learning The school develops key social and emotional skills, including communication, collaboration, independence and creative thinking, as part of its educational approach.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school supports a diverse student body within a single community, with a multilingual, multi-national environment that values inclusion and access to programmes across age ranges.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides dedicated educational support for primary and secondary students via a committed vie scolaire team, with assistants to support teachers in kindergarten. Specific needs, such as learning disabilities or disabilities, are considered with reasonable accommodations.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language From an early age, students can learn in English, French, or a combination, and can switch between pathways year-to-year within a bilingual environment, facilitating dual-language proficiency.	English as an additional language English is taught as part of Florimont's bilingual curriculum. English is taught in four differentiated groups (Beginner, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Proficient). Sport, Arts and Music are taught in English for all pupils. From 9e onward, students can follow either the Francophone pathway or the Bilingual pathway; in the Bilingual pathway, History-Geography, Science and Digital Studies are taught in English.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The wellbeing framework includes mindfulness, meditation, and a buddy system, supported by a dedicated pastoral and counselling team to help students develop resilience and self-growth.	Mental wellbeing The Art/Sport programme includes partnerships that support mental health monitoring, including with Hôpital de La Tour for medical care and performance and mental health monitoring; partnerships with Djourou Elite provide mental coaching for athletes.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school maintains safeguarding and student protection practices within its pastoral support structures and community ethos, aligned with its welfare and PSHE programmes.	Safeguarding The school has a Child Safeguarding and Protection Policy that supports the Convention on the Rights of the Child and promotes students' physical and mental wellbeing. The policy is reviewed annually and consists of four documents: Policy; Definitions and indicators; Designated child protection staff; Code of conduct.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The village campus blends outdoor spaces with facilities designed to support learning. The Olympus Gymnasium spans 5,000 square metres and is complemented by a beach volleyball court, an all-weather pitch, and outdoor multi-sport courts. Science labs and classrooms are equipped with robotics, MacBooks, and 3D printers. Inspiring outdoor areas include the Concha garden, with a walking track, outdoor fitness zone, and social spaces. Music rooms offer private practice suites, and there is a dedicated Pre-school area with cosy classrooms and stimulating playgrounds. Nestled between the Alps and Lake Geneva, the campus is about 20 minutes from the airport.	Facilities overview The campus offers modern, regularly renovated facilities. Science and robotics laboratories (STEAM) are available. Sports facilities are adapted to different age groups. The campus offers bilingual or francophone instruction from kindergarten through upper secondary. The educational approach combines academic discipline with attention to each student and openness to the world, developing solid foundations, critical thinking, and progressive autonomy in learning. The campus has evolved to reflect changing needs, including ongoing developments since its founding in 1905.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Olympus Gymnasium hosts badminton, basketball, gymnastics, and yoga. An all-weather pitch and outdoor courts give students the chance to play, stay fit, and develop teamwork. Ambitious athletes train and compete against peers from other schools, building sportsmanship and collaboration.	Sports facilities Sports facilities are adapted to different age groups.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Science labs and classrooms are equipped with robotics, MacBooks, and 3D printers. The library has a lake view. STEAM learning is supported through collaboration with MIT. Students pursue musical and theatrical passions in performing arts spaces and practice suites. Music and drama programs are part of the campus offerings.	Academic facilities Science and robotics laboratories (STEAM) are part of the campus facilities. An Innovation Hub was established in 2024.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Programme provides instruction in music, dance, and drama from age four through middle school. The programme includes a dance curriculum and a drama curriculum that explore influential works from different cultures and periods. The music curriculum features a repertoire curated by Juilliard and keyboard skills. Our collaborations extend to Juilliard, MIT, and UNICEF to broaden opportunities for students.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Collège du Léman was founded in 1960 by Francis and Inge Clivaz to provide an exceptional international education. The founding motto promotes openness and tolerance, guiding students to become citizens and leaders of a world that respects differences. In 2015, Collège du Léman joined the Nord Anglia Education global family. The school celebrated its 60-year history in 2020 and today is home to nearly 1,800 students from 120 countries, including about 300 boarders.	History The Institut Florimont was founded in 1905 by the Congregation of Missionaries of Saint François de Sales and has been led by lay people since 1995, with the leadership board maintaining close collaboration with the religious congregation. In the early 20th century, Geneva's growth and international outlook shaped Florimont as Missionaries established the school on the Petit-Lancy plateau after being expelled from Evian and Mélan, with Father François Jeantet guiding and Joseph Rivollet serving as Florimont's first director. The campus expanded with new wings for primary in 1956 and for secondary in 1962, and science and robotics labs were added; a nursery opened in 2013, and sports facilities grew with the Florimont stadium in 1963, a sports building in 2010, and the Marcel Baechler gym in 2020. Florimont presented its first candidate for the Swiss Federal Maturity in 1943, and in 2014 the school opened the International Baccalaureate and the Cantonal Maturity pathways, offering Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat, and the International Baccalaureate. In 2025 Florimont marked 120 years since its founding, reflecting ongoing evolution to provide an education that combines local roots with international perspectives.
Community	Community Collège du Léman is a warm, diverse, international community where students from around the world shape their own journeys with wellbeing support, academic pathways, and global experiences that are tailor-made for them. CDL offers a broad range of extracurricular experiences, including collaborations with The Juilliard School in performing arts, and opportunities linked with MIT and UNICEF through Nord Anglia Education. Students participate in global expeditions, overnight trips, STEAM festivals, and sports tournaments as part of a vibrant campus life. Our Global Campus digital platform connects CDL with 70,000 Nord Anglia students worldwide for collaborative challenges and shared learning.	Community The Institut Florimont provides education in a bilingual French-English track or a francophone track from kindergarten through secondary 2, on a campus with modern facilities including science and robotics labs and ample sports installations. The culture program, Saison Culturelle 2025-2026, features events such as Animatou, the Geneva Chamber Orchestra, Doudou-concerts, Petites oreilles, and Festival FILMAR, among others. The Florimont community participates in solidarity activities and service projects through Activités solidaires and community service initiatives. The school fosters parent involvement through a formal Florimont Parents' Association that serves as a conduit for community engagement and school life.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parents' Association (APE) expresses the school's spirit by organizing a multitude of activities that connect families with daily life at Collège du Léman. It connects families with the CDL community through its activities. The APE fosters active involvement of families within the CDL community through its events.	Parent teacher association APEF, the Association des Parents d'Élèves de Florimont, is an important point of contact within the Institut. It aims to maintain constant and constructive communication between parents, teaching staff and administration. APEF supports the Institut by using its expertise to organize extracurricular projects and to enhance offerings through social activities, conferences and other events. Its involvement strengthens the bonds of the Florimont community and upholds the school's core values. APEF coordinates parent representation via a network of parent representatives and maintains leadership through a president. The association also runs events such as the Florimont Christmas market.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual CDL offers five diploma pathways (IBDP, IBCP, American High School Diploma, French Baccalaureate, Swiss Maturité), taught in English, French, or a bilingual mix; the school reports a 100% pass rate across all diplomas, with an IBDP average of 36.5 and 69% of IGCSE grades A*-A, and graduates go on to universities such as Oxford, University College London, Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne, and Università Bocconi.	Academic & intellectual Florimont offers Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat and the International Baccalaureate (IB) as three diploma options. The Maturité is approved by Swiss federal authorities and the DIP, Geneva's department of education; the French Baccalauréat is approved by the Académie de Grenoble and certified by the GESBF; the IB Diploma Programme is also offered. In 2024, 100% of students passed the Maturité, 100% passed the Baccalauréat, and 94% passed the IB diploma. The school emphasises intellectual curiosity, creativity and social responsibility across these diploma pathways. An Innovation Hub was established in 2024 to support innovative learning.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative CDL provides immersive private music and arts lessons, more than 100 extracurricular clubs, and a performing arts collaboration with The Juilliard School.	Arts & creative Art/Sport programme launched in 2020 and now serves over 150 students. It is available for students who practice arts or sports at a high level or who want to work on related projects, with the specialization practiced in the afternoons (Mondays and Fridays reserved for homework or extra training). The programme benefits from partnerships with Djourou Elite for football, Servette, and Hôpital de La Tour to support medical care and performance monitoring; arts partners include MAMCO and Musée Ariana for exhibitions, while OSR, La Cité Bleue and Haute Ecole de Musique offer performance and collaboration experiences.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language From early years, students learn in English, French, or a combination, within a vibrant bilingual environment, with opportunities such as UNICEF collaboration and Model United Nations to deepen global understanding.	Cultural & language Institut Florimont offers francophone or bilingual programmes. Lower Secondary presents a three-year core either in French or in a bilingual programme (French/English) leading to the Swiss Plan d'Étude Romand. In maternelle, bilingual teaching provides equal time in French and English (two days per week in each language) with Wednesdays co-taught, and the programme follows the French National Curriculum in both languages. From 9e onward, students can follow either a Francophone Pathway or a Bilingual Pathway; the Bilingual Pathway teaches History-Geography, Science and Digital Studies in English. English is taught in Lower Secondary with two pathways, and students may earn internationally recognised language certifications such as DELF Prim, Cambridge exams, PET and Trinity tests.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Students participate in over 100 extracurricular clubs and engage in activities such as citizenship expeditions to Tanzania, museum and gallery visits, visits from authors and musicians, and year‑round camps.	Social & hobbies Exposure to both languages extends beyond academics to clubs (including theatre) and other extracurricular activities offered in both languages. Easter Camps feature multi-activity, ceramics, technology and entrepreneurship tracks for ages 4–18, with dates and registration listed on the campus pages. The cultural season and other student-led activities complement social life and personal development at Florimont.
Community & service	Community & service CDL's social purpose is advanced through the REACH programme, Student Government and High Honour Society, Eco and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committees, Gift Box and Serenje Orphans appeals, UNICEF collaborations, and international trips.	Community & service Solidarity and community engagement are core values. The Institute runs a major annual project for a local charity, with ongoing actions led by students or staff throughout the year. The Partage Foundation has been a focal point of activity, and Up'Cycle has donated bicycles to Geneva Hospice Général and supported refugee communities; other campaigns include clothing drives and school-wide fundraising, with many activities tied to CAS projects as part of the IB programme.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership opportunities include Student Government, High Honour Society, and House leadership groups, supported by active involvement from the Parent Faculty Association.	Leadership & professional The IB Diploma Programme includes Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), encouraging engagement in arts, sports and service projects. Florimont offers three diploma pathways—Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat and IB—to tailor pathways to each student's goals, supporting leadership development and preparation for university and beyond.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is supported by a PSHE programme, the Happy Feet initiative for Primary pupils, mini‑meditation sessions, mindfulness, and a full pastoral and counselling team.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is central to student wellbeing, with a focus on physical education and access to sports facilities and partnerships with clubs such as Genève Servette and Djourou Elite for training and competitive experiences. The hospital partnership with Hôpital de La Tour supports high-quality medical care and mental health monitoring to ensure student wellbeing and rapid recovery from injuries. The school's culture emphasises balance between academics, sport, arts and social responsibility to support a holistic lifestyle.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include English and French, with options for English-only, French-only, or bilingual pathways. Reading instruction is provided in the language of the chosen pathway. Curriculum pathways align with Cambridge Literacy and Maths or Education Nationale Française, with ESL/FLE language support available.	Language provision French and English are the main languages of instruction, with francophone and bilingual tracks available. Maternelle uses a balanced bilingual approach with equal time in French and English: two days per week in each language, co-taught Wednesdays, and projects carried out in both languages. Lower Secondary offers two pathways, Francophone Pathway (History, Geography, Science and Music in French) and Bilingual Pathway (these subjects in English), with English levels and placement tests. Language support includes additional English instruction in the Francophone Pathway, FLSco support in the Bilingual Pathway, language certifications such as DELF Prim, Cambridge, PET and Trinity, and a multilingualism coordinator with a Language Resource Centre.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers English, French, or bilingual learning programmes. Bilingual programmes are available across multiple year levels. In the bilingual pathway, instruction may switch between English and French teachers, with English as a Foreign Language support where needed.	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual education in French and English, with both languages as main instructional languages. In maternelle, teaching is split evenly between French and English: two days per week in each language, Wednesdays co-taught, and projects conducted in both languages. From 9e onward, students may choose between a Francophone Pathway (French instruction) and a Bilingual Pathway (English instruction for core subjects); in the Bilingual Pathway, History-Geography, Science and Digital Studies are taught in English. In Lower Secondary, two pathways exist: Francophone Pathway (History, Geography, Science and Music taught in French) and Bilingual Pathway (these subjects taught in English), with English levels and placement tests used to tailor instruction.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English and French immersion is implemented through native‑speaker‑led instruction in bilingual settings. In the early bilingual education approach, teachers alternate every other day between English and French. The ESL immersion programme supports language development within immersion experiences.	Immersion programs English immersion occurs through subjects taught in English in the Bilingual Pathway, including History-Geography, Science and Digital Studies in Lower Secondary. English is used for Sport, Arts and Music for all pupils in the 11e/10e pathway. Exposure to both languages extends beyond the classroom through school trips, clubs and projects offered in both languages.
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations DSD (Deutsches Sprachdiplom) school — German language diploma (DSD I) accredited by the German government. AEFE membership planned to begin September 2026. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme — the school offers the IB Diploma Programme. Academica Dual Diploma™ — a dual diploma combining the French Baccalauréat and the American High School Diploma, starting September 2025; diplomas recognised by the French Ministry of Education and the U.S. Department of Education.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The admissions journey at Collège du Léman starts with an online enquiry. You can also arrange a personalised campus tour or a one-to-one virtual discovery meeting. The admissions team guides you through the requirements and a step-by-step process: start with an enquiry, join a tour or a virtual discovery meeting, and then proceed with the online application if you wish. After submitting the online application, you must send supporting documents; prospective boarders complete a video questionnaire; a non-refundable CHF 500 application fee is payable; your child's current school must complete a confidential report form. The admissions team reviews applications; if spaces are available, a place is offered within five working days. Once enrolled and fees are paid, the start date is confirmed and a welcome pack is issued. A CDL virtual tour is available for remote families. Important dates for day school and boarding can be downloaded. The admissions process can take as little as two or three weeks from first contact to offer; applications are accepted year-round and students can start at any time during the academic year. CDL offers boarding for ages 8 to 18 and provides a bilingual program from Pre-school to Middle School; in High School, a range of diplomas is available, including IGCSEs, the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), the American High School Diploma, the French Baccalaureate, and the Swiss Maturité; language of instruction can be English, French, or a combination, with some subjects taught in the other language.	Admissions Step 1: Parents have initial meeting with Brice Clerc, Head of Admissions, who handles all enquiries so he can get to know each child, their family and their personal circumstances. The initial meeting connects the family and child with the aims of the admissions process and clarifies personal circumstances to guide next steps. It sets the foundation for enrolment discussions. Step 2: Prospective pupil and parents are given a tour of the school. The tour allows the family to see the school environment and spaces. The tour complements the first step by providing a direct impression of how the school operates. The tour contributes to the decision-making process for enrolment. Step 3: You will be sent a letter confirming your child's enrolment. The letter is signed by the Director General. The enrolment letter confirms that the child has been accepted. This step finalizes the admissions process. What documents do we need from you? Please bring the following information to your initial meeting with Mr Brice Clerc: – Copy of official ID showing date of birth (identity card, passport) – Copy of end-of-year school reports for the last two academic years – Copy of school report for the current academic year Admission criteria: Children wishing to enter 14th (3-4 years) or 13th (4-5 years) must be toilet-trained before they start. – Previous school records. – Higher education plans. – Linguistic ability. – High-level practice of arts or sports discipline. You will receive a letter signed by the Director General confirming your child's enrolment.
Scholarships	Scholarships CDL has offered academic scholarships in the Secondary. In 2020-2021, four academic scholarships were available. Noa was a CDL scholarship winner in 2019-2020, Sophie was a CDL scholarship winner in 2020-2021, and Capucine was featured as a scholarship winner in 2021.	Scholarships —
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