Eden School - Veyrier Campus vs Institut International de Lancy

	E Eden School - Veyrier Campus Geneva, Switzerland	I Institut International de Lancy Geneva, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 16,500 - 26,220	Fees / year CHF 9,920 - 30,390
Age range	Age range 3 - 12 years	Age range 3 - 19 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 67	Pupils 1,500
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1903
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Geneva, Switzerland. Eden School operates on two campuses in the Geneva area: Campus Veyrier at 270 route de Veyrier, 1255 Veyrier, and Frank-Thomas Campus at 34 chemin Frank-Thomas, 1208 Geneva. The Veyrier campus is about 10 minutes from downtown Geneva by car or public transport, and a reliable school transport network is available. A second campus at Frank-Thomas opened in 2025 to accommodate younger children nearby.	Location 24 Avenue Eugène-Lance, 1212 Grand-Lancy, Geneva, Switzerland
Stages	Stages Nursery and Primary levels. Nursery starts at age 3; Primary education completes around age 11, with schooling continuing to age 18.	Stages Nursery through secondary education (ages 3–19)
School type	School type Private bilingual (French-English) international school with two Geneva campuses; no boarding facilities.	School type Private international bilingual school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Over 90 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Emotional support is provided; the school emphasizes differentiated teaching and ongoing staff training to support individual learning needs.	Additional learning support Learning support is provided under the Inclusion Policy. Form teachers and tutors review each student's social, emotional and academic needs; if a specific learning issue is suspected, the appropriate experts are consulted, an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is created and accommodations are put in place. Sometimes additional lessons or language support may be provided by IIL staff, possibly during school or free periods.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Opening hours are 8:15am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday; on Wednesdays, the day ends at 12:00pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details A brand-new school bus service operates, picking up children from home each morning and returning them home each evening.	Bus service details IIL bus service covers 133 zones across the Canton of Geneva, neighbouring France and part of Vaud with around 20 bus lines and approximately 300 students using the service daily. Morning pick-up times vary to ensure arrival at school between 7:45 and 8:10 am. Afternoon buses depart at 4:35 pm (except on Wednesdays 12:45).
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - CHF 1,500 one-time admission/registration fee, payable the first year; this fee is not refundable. Tuition fees (annual and per semester / per term) — by campus and year group - Veyrier campus — Petite Section & Moyenne Section (full days, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday): CHF 22,920 per year (CHF 11,460 per semester / term). - Veyrier campus — Grande Section & Primary classes (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday morning, Thursday & Friday): CHF 26,220 per year (CHF 13,110 per semester / term). - Veyrier campus — Wednesday-morning English option for Petite/Moyenne (for families choosing it): additional CHF 3,300 per year. - Frank-Thomas campus — (4-day programme for children born 2023–2021): CHF 16,500 per year (CHF 8,250 per semester / term). - Frank-Thomas campus — Wednesday-morning English option: CHF 2,900 per year. - Frank-Thomas campus — Toute Petite Section (age requirement noted on admissions): CHF 15,000 per year. - Note: the school's published General Conditions / annex also lists Frank-Thomas annual tuition in an annex as CHF 19,500 (CHF 9,750 per semester) for the full-day 4-day schedule; invoicing and contractual terms in the General Conditions reference the semester breakdowns shown above. Both the campus tariff pages and the General Conditions / annex are published by the school. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed for the school year and may be paid annually or in two semestrial instalments. The academic year is divided into two semesters (first semester: September–January; second semester: February–June). - For Veyrier and Frank-Thomas, semester payments are due in advance: first-semester payment due before 15 August; second-semester payment due before 15 January (as indicated in the General Conditions / annex). All invoices are payable within 30 days of issue. - Reminder fee for late payment: CHF 100 per reminder. In case of non-payment, the school may refuse class entry and withhold school reports; unpaid accounts may be referred to the competent authorities. Boarding fees - Boarding / residential provision is not offered by the school (the school operates as a preschool / primary day school for ages indicated). Other costs and optional charges - School materials (books, pedagogical materials, IT environment): Veyrier CHF 950 per year; Frank-Thomas CHF 500 per year. - iPad contribution on entering primary: one-time CHF 200 (charged the first year the child enters primary; the iPad becomes the child's property). - School outings / cultural visits: CHF 250 per year (annual forfait). - School cafeteria supervision: CHF 400 per semester. Meal cost via the external catering provider: CHF 10 per meal (CHF 11 for special dietary requirements); alternatively parents may provide a packed lunch. Parents register directly with the external meal provider and receive invoices from that provider. - Optional supervised study / after-school study groups (registered by semester): Varies by number of days per week — 1 day: CHF 500/semester; 2 days: CHF 750/semester; 3 days: CHF 1,000/semester; (Frank-Thomas also lists a 4-day option at CHF 1,250/semester). - After-school workshops and extracurricular activities: annual fees vary by activity — ranges published from CHF 1,100 up to CHF 1,890 (depending on the activity and campus). - School bus (left-bank service): round-trip CHF 2,350 per semester; one-way CHF 1,600 per semester. - Uniform embroidery (external provider): charged directly by provider; typical rates published (e.g., CHF 8.00/piece for minimum 5 items, CHF 7.50/piece for 10 items). Refund and cancellation conditions - The registration/admission fee (CHF 1,500) is not refundable. - Enrolment is for a full school year and is automatically renewed annually unless written notice of cancellation is received before 28 February. Cancellation received after 28 February triggers penalties: cancellations between 28 February and 1 June for the following year incur a penalty equal to three months' tuition; cancellations after 1 June incur a penalty equal to one semester's tuition. First-time enrolments cancelled after 1 June incur a penalty equal to one semester's tuition. If a pupil departs during the school year (or is expelled), the fees for the interrupted semester are due in full. - No reductions or refunds are granted for semester or annual fees in the event of cancellation during the year/semester; expenses for materials, outings and other extras are payable in full. Fee payment options and invoicing details - The published conditions state that invoices are payable within 30 days and give specific deadlines for semester payments (before 15 August and before 15 January). Specific payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit card) are not detailed in the published tariff pages or the General Conditions / annex; invoices and the school's administration will provide the payment instructions on billing documents. Summary of key figures (examples) - CHF 1,500 — one-time registration/admission fee (non-refundable). - Veyrier: CHF 22,920/year (Petite & Moyenne), CHF 26,220/year (Grande & Primary). - Frank-Thomas (campus page): CHF 16,500/year (4-day cohort); General Conditions annex lists CHF 19,500/year for a full-day 4-day schedule in its annex. - School materials: CHF 950/year (Veyrier) or CHF 500/year (Frank-Thomas); outings CHF 250/year; cafeteria supervision CHF 400/semester; optional study groups and workshops billed per semester or per year as listed above. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application & enrolment fees (for academic year 2025/2026) - Enrolment (one-time) fee: CHF 1,000 (non‑refundable). - Advance payment on school fees at first enrolment: CHF 2,000 (deducted from the first term of the next academic year; not reimbursed if enrolment is cancelled before 15 June). - Re-enrolment fee (annual, payable to confirm re‑enrolment): CHF 900 (advance on tuition; deducted from the first term of the next academic year; non‑reimbursable after the re‑enrolment process closes). Tuition fees — full detail by curriculum and year group (for academic year 2025/2026) - French Bilingual Curriculum: - 14e – mornings only: 1st term CHF 4,035 · 2nd term CHF 3,251 · 3rd term CHF 2,634 · Yearly CHF 9,920. - 14e and 13e: 1st term CHF 6,862 · 2nd term CHF 5,528 · 3rd term CHF 4,480 · Yearly CHF 16,870. - 12e: 1st term CHF 6,980 · 2nd term CHF 5,623 · 3rd term CHF 4,557 · Yearly CHF 17,160. - 11e to 9e: 1st term CHF 7,391 · 2nd term CHF 5,954 · 3rd term CHF 4,825 · Yearly CHF 18,170. - 8e and 7e: 1st term CHF 7,700 · 2nd term CHF 6,203 · 3rd term CHF 5,027 · Yearly CHF 18,930. - 6e and 5e: 1st term CHF 8,441 · 2nd term CHF 6,799 · 3rd term CHF 5,510 · Yearly CHF 20,750. - 4e and 3e: 1st term CHF 9,030 · 2nd term CHF 7,275 · 3rd term CHF 5,895 · Yearly CHF 22,200. - 2de: 1st term CHF 9,962 · 2nd term CHF 8,025 · 3rd term CHF 6,503 · Yearly CHF 24,490. - 1re: 1st term CHF 10,158 · 2nd term CHF 8,182 · 3rd term CHF 6,630 · Yearly CHF 24,970. - Terminale: 1st term CHF 10,731 · 2nd term CHF 8,644 · 3rd term CHF 7,005 · Yearly CHF 26,380. - Enhanced English Track: - Year 10e: 1st term CHF 8,104 · 2nd term CHF 6,527 · 3rd term CHF 5,289 · Yearly CHF 19,920. - Year 9e: 1st term CHF 8,640 · 2nd term CHF 6,960 · 3rd term CHF 5,640 · Yearly CHF 21,240. - Years 8e & 7e (track): 1st term CHF 8,750 · 2nd term CHF 7,048 · 3rd term CHF 5,712 · Yearly CHF 21,510. - British Bilingual Curriculum (Early Years / Primary / Lower Secondary / Upper Secondary): - Nursery – mornings only: 1st term CHF 4,092 · 2nd term CHF 3,296 · 3rd term CHF 2,672 · Yearly CHF 10,060. - Nursery (full): 1st term CHF 7,656 · 2nd term CHF 6,167 · 3rd term CHF 4,997 · Yearly CHF 18,820. - Reception: 1st term CHF 9,746 · 2nd term CHF 7,852 · 3rd term CHF 6,362 · Yearly CHF 23,960. - Year 1: 1st term CHF 9,787 · 2nd term CHF 7,884 · 3rd term CHF 6,389 · Yearly CHF 24,060. - Year 2 to Year 6: 1st term CHF 9,910 · 2nd term CHF 7,982 · 3rd term CHF 6,468 · Yearly CHF 24,360. - Year 7 to Year 9: 1st term CHF 10,755 · 2nd term CHF 8,664 · 3rd term CHF 7,021 · Yearly CHF 26,440. - Year 10: 1st term CHF 11,056 · 2nd term CHF 8,906 · 3rd term CHF 7,217 · Yearly CHF 27,180. - Year 11: 1st term CHF 11,260 · 2nd term CHF 9,070 · 3rd term CHF 7,350 · Yearly CHF 27,680. - IB Preparation / IB1 (Year 12): 1st term CHF 12,183 · 2nd term CHF 9,814 · 3rd term CHF 7,953 · Yearly CHF 29,950. - IB2 (Year 13): 1st term CHF 12,362 · 2nd term CHF 9,958 · 3rd term CHF 8,070 · Yearly CHF 30,390. - Bilingual English/French Curriculum: - Bilingual 1: 1st term CHF 9,340 · 2nd term CHF 7,524 · 3rd term CHF 6,096 · Yearly CHF 22,960. - Bilingual 2 to Bilingual 8: 1st term CHF 10,808 · 2nd term CHF 8,707 · 3rd term CHF 7,055 · Yearly CHF 26,570. (These term and yearly amounts reflect the published tuition schedule for the current Conditions & Fees.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing schedule for yearly tuition fees: 1st term invoice issued by the end of September; 2nd term invoice issued by the end of December; 3rd term invoice issued by the end of March. A complementary 3rd‑term activities invoice may be issued in June if required. - Yearly tuition is billed term‑by‑term and must be paid according to the deadline shown on each invoice. If the payment deadline on an invoice is not met, the School may refuse the student access to classes or services until the situation is resolved and reminder fees will be applied. - For students joining during the year: the enrolment fee and tuition for the full current term are due; tuition for remaining terms is due. If arrival occurs during the second half of a term, only 50% of the tuition for the current term is due. In case of departure or dismissal during a term, tuition and options fees for the interrupted term remain payable in full. Boarding fees - Boarding is not part of the school's day‑to‑day provision; IIL operates as a day school (no boarding fees apply). Other costs and fees (charged in addition to tuition) - Books and a flat rate for digital resources are billed separately. - School supplies: the School provides some consumables for Primary students (flat rate invoiced); other supplies must be purchased by guardians as per the supplied lists. - Specific options and subject supplements (examples): Science in English (charges vary by year — e.g. CHF 3,300 yearly for 6e; CHF 4,100 yearly for 5e/4e), History & Geography in English (flat CHF 400), Creative options and materials for art (fees listed per option). - Extracurricular activities (ECAs) and after‑school care are charged separately; ECAs are billed in two instalments (first instalment included in the 2nd term invoice, second instalment in the 3rd term invoice). - Pedagogical outings and overnight trips, certain examinations (national and international exam enrolment fees), language exam fees (Trinity, YLE, IELTS, DELF, etc.), administrative formalities for external institution applications (CHF 200–CHF 400 depending on number of institutions), translation of reports, IT repairs, replacement ID badge (CHF 20) and other incidentals are all charged extra as specified. - School meal tariffs are charged per term (examples: 1 day/week yearly CHF 650; 5 days/week yearly CHF 2,990); one‑off meals are CHF 21 per meal. Transport (school bus) is an additional service with annual rates; an advance payment of CHF 1,000 is included on the first‑term invoice for bus service and the full annual fee (after deduction) is invoiced in the second term. Sibling discounts and multi‑child discounts apply as specified. Refund and cancellation rules (fees and refunds) - The enrolment fee (CHF 1,000) is non‑refundable. - The CHF 2,000 advance payment on initial enrolment is not reimbursed if enrolment is cancelled before 15 June. If enrolment is cancelled after 15 June but before the first day of the school year, 20% of the yearly tuition fee is due; the CHF 2,000 advance payment is deducted from that amount. - The re‑enrolment fee (CHF 900) is an advance on tuition and is not reimbursed after the re‑enrolment process; if re‑enrolment is cancelled after 15 June but before the first day of the school year, 20% of the yearly tuition is due and the CHF 900 is deducted from that amount. - No general reduction in tuition or options fees is made for extended absences; in the event of departure or dismissal during a term, tuition for the interrupted term remains due in full. - School meal fees: no general reduction for absence; a 50% reduction may be granted for school meals if a child is absent for a month or more on medical grounds. - Extracurricular activities: no refunds for absence; for ECAs, specific billing and refund rules apply and ECAs are billed across specific instalments. Transport: annual enrolment is for the full academic year and, in general, cancellations are not reimbursed (50% may be due in specified cancellation cases). Fee payment options and restrictions - Invoices are issued electronically according to the invoicing schedule and must be paid by the deadline shown on each invoice; reminder fees apply for late payment and access to services may be suspended for unpaid invoices. Payment restrictions apply for payments originating from countries on official sanctions lists. - Bank transfer is specified as an accepted payment method for IIL's distance‑learning programme invoices (bank transfer within ten days of invoice). The campus retail/shop accepts major credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Maestro) for shop purchases (uniforms and sportswear). Guardians commonly pay school invoices by bank transfer; card acceptance for large tuition invoices is handled case‑by‑case by school administration.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements No boarding facilities are offered. After-school care is available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4pm to 5pm. The school bus service is available on the Left Bank.	Boarding arrangements Boarding facilities: DAY.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniforms must be embroidered with the Ecole Eden logo. Embroidery services are provided by Brode-IT; prices are CHF 8 per item for a minimum of 5 items or CHF 7.50 per item for a minimum of 10 items.	Uniform requirement The uniform is worn by all students from kindergarten through elementary; there are everyday wear and sport variants for girls and boys. For the secondary, there is a dress code defining attire expectations. The IIL Shop sells the approved uniform items, including sweaters, polos, skirts, dresses, shorts, trousers, sportswear and caps, with on-site or online purchasing options.
Food options	Food options Two meal options: external meal service designated by the school (CHF 10–CHF 11 per meal for dietary restrictions) or packed lunches brought from home; supervision during meal times is provided on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with a cafeteria supervision cost of CHF 400 per semester. The school does not allow microwaves; drinking water is available; sweets are not accepted.	Food options Catering at IIL provides a varied, balanced and local meals; the service provider prepares healthy meals in accordance with hygiene rules. IIL's school catering has obtained the Fourchette Verte label and menus always include Genève Région – Terre Avenir products. Seasonal food discoveries and themed meals are offered in the cafeteria throughout the year.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is a private school governed by a non-profit association. It was founded in 1903 by the Congregation of the Sisters of St.-Joseph as Collège Marie-Thérèse.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Eden School offers a bilingual French-English curriculum in Geneva, with additional German language exposure. The Eden track follows the French system, with nursery beginning at age 3 and primary ending at age 11, and students completing their schooling at age 18; the Geneva cantonal track begins nursery at age 4, ends primary at age 12, and ends secondary at age 19. The primary program is bilingual French/English and integrates the Romand PER to allow continuing studies in either pathway. In kindergarten, the program emphasizes emotional safety, language and cognitive development, and includes daily music and movement as part of the bilingual experience. The primary curriculum covers mathematics, sciences, reading, writing, history/geography, languages, arts and physical education, with project-based learning used at key stages and a strong focus on social-emotional learning. Subjects are taught through a plurilingual immersion, with French and English instruction and German introduced in some years.	Curriculum details Institut International de Lancy educates students from age 3 to 19 across Early Years, Primary and Secondary. Early Years and Primary offer British Bilingual Curriculum, French Bilingual Curriculum, or Bilingual French/English Curriculum. Secondary offers English Curriculum or French Curriculum. The English Secondary programme follows the British national curriculum in preparation for Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. IIL is an IB World School authorised to teach the IB Diploma Programme, and is a Cambridge IGCSE examination centre, with the Advanced Bilingual IB Diploma option. The school offers official language certifications—DELF for French, Cambridge English for English, Goethe for German, Instituto Cervantes for Spanish and Confucius Institute for Chinese—and promotes a plurilingual language policy with English in the French section and French in the English section.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results The English IB cohort achieved a 97% pass rate with an average score of 34.5, and 78% scored above the global average. IGCSE: 99.8% of Year 11 obtained the IGCSE diploma; 43% achieved an average grade of A* or A; 88% achieved an average of A*-C. French Baccalaureate: 100% pass rate, with three-quarters receiving honours and several earning ‘congratulations from the jury'. Diplôme National du Brevet: 97.6% pass rate, with 50% of students receiving a ‘Très Bien' distinction.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Our university and careers guidance programme supports students from year 7 through year 13 with personalised guidance and preparation for university applications across Switzerland, France, England, the USA, Canada and beyond. Graduates enter universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, McGill, EPFL, the University of Geneva and the Lausanne Hotel School, as well as France's classes préparatoires.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered as an official IIL partner, open to students in both English and French sections from age 13.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Mindfulness develops the emotional, cognitive, and social development of the child. It helps the child understand what they feel, recognize their internal states, and respond in a more measured way. By fostering a calm relationship with emotions and thoughts, the child builds inner security that supports engagement, trust, and readiness to learn. At Eden, mindfulness is fully integrated into an educational vision that considers the child in all dimensions. The practices are complemented by positive discipline, used daily in classroom life to support the development of social‑emotional skills.	Social & emotional learning The school places health and well-being at the center of learning. KiVa anti-bullying programme underpins prevention, intervention and monitoring; students develop social and emotional skills to navigate relationships and build resilience, with ongoing integration across the curriculum and school life.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Teaching is differentiated to meet each child's needs, promoting both academic and personal progress through differentiated tools tailored to individual requirements. From early on, each subject is taught by a dedicated specialist, ensuring passionate delivery and deep mastery of content. This variety of approaches exposes children to different ways of thinking and learning, enriching their educational experience. Assigning a subject-by-subject teacher helps avoid over‑reliance on a single authority and supports a holistic, balanced education that encourages autonomy and exploration of interests. The team has been trained to become experts in positive discipline, providing a firm yet benevolent framework in which children take responsibility for their actions.	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning support is provided through Individual Learning Plans (ILPs); accommodations in examinations are arranged when required; medical or psychological assessments are evaluated by the medical team and ILPs are updated as needed; form teachers or tutors monitor welfare, academic progress and social needs, with referrals to specialists as appropriate; safeguarding and child protection guidelines are in place and staff receive relevant training.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers multilingual instruction in French, English, and German. The Veyrier campus provides a natural immersion in French and English. The Frank‑Thomas campus notes bilingual French/English instruction and integrates the Romand curriculum (PER). English language activities are available, including English Club open to all (whether or not the child attends Eden). These language offerings support students in developing bilingual proficiency.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mindfulness supports the child's emotional, cognitive, and social development, helping them understand what they feel and recognize internal states to respond appropriately. In kindergarten, mindfulness activities use tools like Kimochis® to help children name and acknowledge emotions; in primary, Brain Ball® and the Eline Snel method support attention and emotional regulation. These practices are supported by positive discipline in daily classroom life, reinforcing emotional and relational skills. Eden's approach emphasizes emotional accompaniment as part of its holistic educational vision.	Mental wellbeing Well-being is a focus in the PSHE curriculum for Years 7-11 and in ATL/Core skills for Years 12-13; KiVa contributes to mental well-being by promoting respectful relationships and resilience; concerns can be referred to the school doctor or psychologist as needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are integral; guidelines and procedures exist and are reviewed at the start of each school year; all staff receive regular child protection training, with additional training for senior management from the local education department.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school's two Geneva campuses are situated close to the city center. The Frank-Thomas campus opened on September 1, 2025 to welcome children aged 3 to 6 at 34 chemin Frank-Thomas, while the Veyrier campus is located about 10 minutes from downtown Geneva on a former agricultural estate that has been restored and transformed to fit Eden's pedagogical approach. The estate includes a farm and stables, surrounded by a tree-lined courtyard, providing a warm, friendly environment. Facilities at the campuses include several classrooms equipped with the latest teaching technologies, an open-plan staff room, workshop areas, a library and a cafeteria. The spaces are bright and modular, enabling flexible teaching, with features like a reading corner that can be transformed into an amphitheatre or other configurations to move with the pace of learning.	Facilities overview The IIL campus blends historic and contemporary facilities. Three environmentally friendly main buildings with solar panels and a green roof house the campus. The Marie-Thérèse building houses the French Primary section and a fully equipped S.T.E.A.M. Lab. B10 includes a cafeteria, four science labs, a gymnasium with a climbing wall and a media studio; B25 provides bright, modular spaces for learning, including a fitness room, a dance studio, an interactive climbing wall, a large media library and collaborative workspaces. B17 serves the Secondary with a state-of-the-art gymnasium, an auditorium and a cafeteria. There are dedicated outdoor play areas for sports, creativity and discovery.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Gymnasiums on B10 and B17, with a climbing wall in B10. B25 provides a fitness room and a dance studio.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Classrooms are equipped with modern teaching technologies, with workshop areas, a library and a cafeteria on site. The spaces are modular and adaptable, allowing flexible configurations for different teaching styles; a reading corner can be transformed into an amphitheatre or an office to support changing needs. The design reflects adaptive learning and a learning environment that can evolve with the pace of each child. The Frank-Thomas campus expansion provides additional space to support Eden's pedagogy for younger children (3–6 years).	Academic facilities The Marie-Thérèse building houses the S.T.E.A.M. Lab. The campus includes four science labs and a media studio in B10, and a large media library with collaborative workspaces in B25. Digital learning is integrated across the Primary and Secondary, with interactive screens in classrooms and an iPad for every student; coding and robotics are part of S.T.E.A.M. activities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Wednesday morning English Club for ages 3–7 runs from 8:40 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; annual cost 3,300 CHF. Pre-primary after-school activities include Multisports (3–6 years, Tuesdays 16:00–17:00), Capoeira (3–6, Mondays 16:00–17:00), and Intuitive Painting (3–6, Thursdays 16:00–17:00), each costing 1,450 CHF per activity per year. Primary after-school options include Chess (6–11, Mondays 16:00–17:00) and TFEM (math-focused; Tuesdays 16:00–17:00 and Thursdays 16:00–17:00), each costing 1,450 CHF per activity per year. Odyssey of the Mind is an after-school program for 9–11-year-olds on Mondays 16:15–18:15, with an annual cost of 1,890 CHF.	Extra curricular facilities IIL offers over 50 extracurricular sporting, cultural and artistic activities, with many taking place during lunch or after school. It is an accredited Duke of Edinburgh's International Award centre, offering Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. KiVa anti-bullying activities are integrated into the school program.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Eden School was founded almost 20 years ago. The founder and director, a mother of five, started the school in Champel before moving to Veyrier to accommodate growing demand. In September 2011, the school moved into a new campus in Veyrier, maintaining a human-sized environment designed to support personalized education. The school emphasizes modern facilities and a focus on individualized support, and in September 2025 opened a second campus on the Plateau de Frontenex to welcome younger children (ages 3 to 6) at 34 chemin Frank-Thomas in Geneva.	History Founded in 1903 by the Congregation of the Sisters of St.-Joseph, the Institut International de Lancy was originally the Collège Marie-Thérèse, a Catholic boarding school for girls. The school has since evolved into one of Switzerland's oldest private international schools and now operates as a non-profit association offering an international education with a contemporary approach to academic achievement and personal development. The institution has grown to welcome nursery through secondary students and, in 2023, celebrated its 120th anniversary. In 2025, IIL opened its fourth building, reflecting ongoing expansion.
Community	Community Eden emphasizes multiculturalism and open-mindedness, welcoming pupils from diverse backgrounds and fostering respect for different cultures. The school encourages active participation of families in school life and promotes communication and collaboration between parents, teachers and students to support each child's development. Two campuses—Veyrier and Frank-Thomas—form the Eden community.	Community IIL is a multicultural, diverse and international community where children can flourish, learn and develop intellectual curiosity. Students are inspired by motivational teachers and staff and united around the core values of the founders, the Sisters of St Joseph of Lyon. The school is recognised for its academic excellence and guides learners to become independent, autonomous, and collaborative, while fostering communication, creativity and critical thinking. Around 1,500 students from diverse nationalities form the school community.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The parents' association is open to all IIL families. As parent volunteers, we promote ties between IIL families through welcome coffees, galette des rois, Christmas market, workshops and conferences, and operate a parent liaison network in the primary school. We foster belonging by organising cohesion parties between sections by age group, such as bowling evenings, cruise outings, spooky and jungle parties, and the school fair. We run charitable events including school uniform sales and exchanges and events where profits are donated to charitable associations. APEIIL does not hold a position in IIL's management; its committee is composed of parent volunteers and its budget operates independently from IIL.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Odyssey of the Mind is an international educational program that stimulates creativity, teamwork and problem solving through fun, intellectual challenges. Students imagine, design and present original solutions to open-ended problems that blend engineering, theatre, storytelling and visual arts. The program guides teams through six steps: team formation of five to seven students under an adult coach; choosing a long-term problem among several themes; creating the solution; practicing without outside help; training for the Spontaneous round; regional competition with on‑stage presentation and spontaneous challenges; followed by national and world competitions (subject to qualification). Annual cost per child is 1,890 CHF.	Academic & intellectual English Secondary follows the British national curriculum in preparation for Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Years 10–11 study Cambridge IGCSE, while Years 12–13 pursue the IB Diploma, either in English or bilingually in French and English. IIL is an IB World School authorised to teach the IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE, with a language policy that fosters plurilingual learning and offers additional languages such as German, Spanish, Chinese or Italian. The school provides official language certifications (DELF, Cambridge English, Goethe, Instituto Cervantes, Confucius) to support future study, and its digital learning approach has Apple Distinguished School status.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Intuitive Painting: playful and benevolent painting workshops allow children to understand and express their emotions, while supporting their natural emotional development and self-confidence. The sessions are inspired by the exclusive Léon the Hedgehog story created for this workshop, and children paint, draw and collage freely and intuitively. Thursday 4:00–5:00 pm; for ages 3 to 6.	Arts & creative Staff teach creative subjects such as art and design, music, theatre, media studies, film and S.T.E.A.M at all levels. A broad set of experiences develops students' artistic talents and creative skills, with opportunities across the arts. Multiple arts-based extracurricular activities are proposed, including creative writing classes, art and piano lessons.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school offers multilingual instruction in French, English and German for children aged 3 to 12. It is an international primary school in Geneva that welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and emphasizes multiculturalism. English Club: Open to all, for ages 3 to 6 (born in 2023, 2022, 2021), on Wednesdays from 8:30 to 11:30 am. Cost: 2,900 CHF per year. Registration: club@ecole-eden.ch.	Cultural & language IIL uses a plurilingual language policy with English learning integrated into the French section and French learning integrated into the English section, building linguistic bridges across the school. Languages taught include English and French, with additional options such as German, Spanish, Chinese or Italian depending on the section. IIL promotes intercultural learning in a diverse, international community of over 90 nationalities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies IIL offers a broad calendar of social and hobby activities, including more than 50 extracurricular sporting, cultural and artistic activities available during lunch and after school. The school organized its first Talent Show in 2026, showcasing performances in dance, music, magic, theatre and more. Students may participate in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (Bronze, Silver, Gold) to develop volunteering, physical activity, skills and expeditions.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service IIL runs humanitarian projects throughout the year, inviting students to participate in bake sales and school-wide solidarity campaigns. A flagship initiative included Cook and Succeed Together, feeding meals to the homeless in Geneva with volunteers and donors supporting regular distributions. IIL participates in Eco-Schools with an Eco-School Council and environmental projects across the campus. IB CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is integrated into the Diploma Programme, linking creative and service projects to learning outcomes.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Odyssey of the Mind fosters teamwork and problem solving; Students imagine, design and present solutions to complex problems, learning to collaborate, plan and communicate within a team. The program includes team formation, long-term problem selection, solution creation, practice for spontaneous rounds, regional and national/world competitions (qualification dependent).	Leadership & professional Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered as an accredited centre, encouraging students to take on responsibilities and set personal goals through volunteering, physical activity, skills and expeditions (Bronze, Silver, Gold). Our university guidance programme provides year-by-year university and careers counselling from year 7 to year 13, helping students explore options and prepare university applications. These opportunities support leadership development and help students plan their futures beyond school.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Multisports: Throughout the year, children explore different sports disciplines under the supervision of a professional coach. First trimester: outdoor or indoor activities depending on weather; Second trimester: swimming; Third trimester: outdoor sports activities. Tuesday 4:00–5:00 pm; for ages 3–6. Annual cost: 1,450 CHF per activity. Capoeira: A Brazilian martial art that blends dance, music and acrobatics in a playful, benevolent spirit. Monday 4:00–5:00 pm; for ages 3–6. Annual cost: 1,450 CHF per activity. Intuitive Painting: Intuitive painting workshops help children understand and express their emotions while supporting emotional development and self-confidence. Thursday 4:00–5:00 pm; for ages 3–6. Annual cost: 1,450 CHF per activity.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education is central, with a wide range of sports taught across English, French and bilingual programmes and dedicated coaches. Sports trips and class activities build cohesion, with offerings from track and field to indoor climbing and team games. The Elite Sports & Art Programme tailors timetables to allow elite athletes and artists to train and compete while continuing their studies, supported by digital tools for remote coaching. KiVa anti-bullying programme supports prevention, intervention and monitoring, with staff trained to recognize and address bullying.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught are French, English and German. The maternelle program uses bilingual French-English instruction with German included in the plurilingual approach. The primary program is bilingual in French and English, with German further integrated into the curriculum. An intercultural and multilingual education is pursued from early years.	Language provision The language policy integrates English into the French section and French into the English section, promoting bilingual fluency across the school. Languages are taught to high levels under CEFRL objectives, with classes grouped by language level and taught by native-speaking teachers. Additional languages available include German, Spanish, Chinese and Italian, depending on the section. Official language certifications offered include DELF (French), Cambridge English (English), Goethe (German), Instituto Cervantes (Spanish) and Confucius Institute (Chinese).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Plurilingual education in French, English and German. In maternelle (ages 3-6), the program is bilingual in French and English, with German included as part of the plurilingual immersion. In primaire (ages 6-11), the curriculum is bilingual French/English, with German taught within the immersion program.	Bilingual teaching Bilingual French/English Primary welcomes students aged 6 to 11 in three sections: French, English and Bilingual. It is based on British and French curricula, and learners study in French and English on a rotating schedule, fully immersed in a bilingual environment. German is introduced in the last two years of primary after achieving proficiency in the two languages. The program nurtures plurilingualism and cultural diversity within an international learning community.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersion plurilingue in French, English and German. The maternelle and primary programs integrate all three languages, with Français/Anglais/Allemand as the core language areas. The primary is bilingual in French and English, with German included in the immersion. The approach emphasizes cross-language learning through project-based activities and holistic development.	Immersion programs Bilingual French/English Early Years offers fully immersive, dual-language instruction equally in French and English for ages 3 to 6, with two full-time teachers who are native French and English speakers. Students join a diverse, international, plurilingual community and learn through play and exploration. The Bilingual French/English Primary provides a fully immersed bilingual environment, with language learning spanning French and English and the introduction of German in the final two years. Across Early Years and Primary, the language policy promotes plurilingualism and cross-cultural references.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Finalist distinction in a Swiss schools competition	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Swiss School Impulse certification since 2023; Eco-Schools program engagement; LabSchools certification since 2017; Finalist in Swiss private/public school competition	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Registration and Tuition Fees: To enroll in our school, a registration fee of CHF 1500 is payable in the first year only. Fees are payable in two installments, in August and January, and billed per school year, divided into two semesters (September to January and February to June). The annual tuition is CHF 22,920 for Petite and Moyenne sections and CHF 26,220 for Grande Section & Primary Classes. A CHF 3,300 per year charge applies to Wednesday morning English Workshops. School materials cost CHF 950 per year; beginning in primary school, a one-time CHF 200 contribution is required for an iPad. School outings cost CHF 250 per year. Supervision of meals in the cafeteria costs CHF 400 per half-year, with two lunch options: Option 1: parents register their child with an external provider designated by the school (cost per meal CHF 10); Option 2: students bring their own lunch. Optional after-school study groups run Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 1 day per week costs CHF 500 per semester, 2 days CHF 750 per semester, 3 days CHF 1000 per semester. After-school workshops are optional and cost CHF 1100–1500 per year. For all semester and yearly fees, no reductions or refunds are available for cancellations. Scholarships may be granted within a strict framework, based on the requirements of the children and/or their families, with the assistance of foundations.	Admissions 1. Admission procedure. The enrolment of a student follows a precise procedure. An enrolment form completed and signed by legal guardians must be sent to the Director, and the form must also be signed by the applicant if the applicant is over 18. By signing the enrolment form, legal guardians and the student over 18 accept the terms of enrolment; there is no entitlement to enrolment, and the School can refuse a request for enrolment without disclosing a reason. The following papers must be submitted with all applications: a recent photograph, a copy of the birth certificate, a copy of the passport or identity card, an extract of the court order relative to parental authority where relevant, school reports, and an exeat issued by the last school attended. After the application has been reviewed by the Director, the legal guardians and the student over 18 will be informed of the acceptance or refusal of their child's admission.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships may be granted within a strict framework, based on the requirements of the children and/or their families, with the assistance of foundations.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The waiting list is used when the enrolment or re-enrolment procedure is not completed by the deadline set in article II.1.
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