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French Curriculum International Schools in Lausanne, Switzerland

Compare 6 French Curriculum international schools in Lausanne, Switzerland. Filter by curriculum, fees (average CHF 39,757), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
6
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
CHF 39,757
Fee range
CHF 9,900 – 105,080
More school facts
Most common curriculum
French Curriculum (6 schools)
Average school size
373 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lemania College
Oldest
Collège Champittet (1903)
With boarding
4
About international schools in Lausanne, Switzerland

Lausanne has at least one AEFE-accredited French-curriculum school that runs the full French system from maternelle to terminale, and several nearby private schools teach primarily in French or offer bilingual French - English tracks alongside Swiss or international programmes. Instruction in any French-curriculum school is centred on the French national programme (leading to the baccalauréat), while many private Lausanne schools also provide Swiss Maturité or the IB and dedicated French-as-a-foreign-language support. Annual day-school fees for French-language private schools in the Lausanne area commonly start in the mid-five-figures of Swiss francs, with lycée tuition and boarding options substantially higher; families should budget for registration fees, meal and activity supplements, and possible deposits. Applications normally target a September start and include an enrolment form, language assessment and a non-refundable registration payment; parents relocating to Vaud should also check residence-permit and local recognition requirements for future university entry.

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FAQs for Switzerland

How is a French-curriculum school different from a Swiss or IB school in Lausanne?
A French-curriculum school follows the French national programme and prepares pupils for the French baccalauréat, with French as the primary language of instruction; Swiss schools follow cantonal or Swiss Maturité programmes and the IB is an international option taught in English, French or both. In practice some private schools in the Lausanne area offer multiple pathways (French Bac, Swiss Maturité or IB) so you can find institutions that combine elements of each system.
What languages of instruction should we expect?
In an accredited French school the main language of instruction is French, but many Lausanne private schools run bilingual French - English classes and provide French-as-a-Foreign-Language (FLE) support for non-native speakers. Check whether the school runs immersion or parallel tracks and what percentage of lessons are in each language, as this varies by school and by age group.
What are typical fees for French-curriculum schools in Lausanne?
Tuition for French-language private schools in Lausanne commonly sits in the mid-five-figure CHF range for day students, with separate charges for meals, materials and activities; boarding places and comprehensive packages can cost substantially more. For example, one French-curriculum school publishes annual day fees from about CHF 15,500 up to CHF 22,500 by level and boarding packages from around CHF 36,500, while larger bilingual boarding colleges list higher fee brackets and distinct boarding tariffs.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most schools recruit for the September intake and open applications many months ahead; typical steps include submitting an application form, providing school reports, attending an interview or assessment (often including a language check) and paying a non-refundable registration or enrolment fee to hold the place. Deadlines, waiting lists and deposit rules vary, so ask each school for its specific calendar and contract terms well before your planned move.
What should relocating parents look for when comparing French-curriculum schools in Lausanne?
Confirm the school’s curricular accreditation (AEFE or equivalent) and the qualifications pupils leave with, check how the school supports non-French speakers and what bilingual options exist, and compare what is included in the published fees (meals, trips, exams, textbooks, boarding). Also review term dates, transport and proximity to where you will live, and request the school’s financial conditions (registration fees, refund and withdrawal policies) in writing before committing.