Verbier International School is a day and boarding school in Verbier, Switzerland, founded in 2011. It teaches students from Foundation Stage through Years 12–13, with Primary, Secondary, IB Diploma and High School Diploma pathways. Younger pupils follow the Early Years Foundation Stage, while Primary continues through Key Stages 1 and 2. Secondary students follow the IB Middle Years Programme, and Years 12–13 can choose the IB Diploma Programme or High School Diploma Programme. The school is located in the alpine resort of Verbier and opened its new Les Trois Cimes campus in 2025. A distinctive feature is its ski programme: from Preschool to Year 11, students ski at least six hours per week in the winter term, while Years 12–13 ski at least three hours weekly. Boarding is available for Years 7–11 in a small boarding house in Verbier’s historic centre.
Location
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Stages
Learn more An International education focused on each and every child Academics Primary A wonderful, caring, family-focused foundation. Secondary Developing skills, attitudes and knowledge for life.
Type
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Governance and Ownership
Learn more An International education focused on each and every child Academics Primary A wonderful, caring, family-focused foundation.
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Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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The Preschool offers a bilingual French-English programme with learning through play and outdoor activities.
Mental Wellbeing
Well-being is central to VIS; decisions are centred on the best for each child. The school follows a holistic approach to academics and enrichment, and outdoor learning helps support the overall well-being of students.
Verbier International School was founded in 2011 in Verbier, Switzerland, and has grown while preserving a close-knit community spirit and a strong emphasis on outdoor education. In the summer of 2025, Verbier International School and Copperfield International School came together under one name: Verbier International School. VIS opened its brand-new home, Les Trois Cimes, in the center of Verbier, with a Sports Centre located just next door. VIS joined the Dukes Education family in 2025, extending a global network of schools and opportunities for its students. The school offers year-round boarding and experiences such as a Winter Term and seasonal Winter/Spring/Summer Camps."
Community
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Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
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Facilities Overview
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Sports Facilities
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Academic Facilities
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Extra Curricular Facilities
Co-Curricular options include Skills at VIS, Ski, Sport, Arts, Enrichment and Beyond. Enrichment introduces a wide range of activities such as chess, woodwork, choir, cooking, drama, cross stitch and arts and crafts, alongside the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for students over 14 (Bronze, Silver and Gold levels). The Student Council provides a formal channel for student voice, and Debating is offered as an ASA. The ASA programme also includes ICT club, Science/Art projects and Ecoschools environment awareness, with Visual Arts and Performing Arts integrated into the curriculum and after-school activities, plus opportunities to study with the Verbier Music Academy.
Academic & Intellectual
Primary School follows the English National Curriculum in the Foundation Stage, and Key Stages 1 and 2 from Class B onward. Secondary School follows the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) from Year 7, combining academic rigor with project-based learning and skill development. For Years 12–13, VIS offers the IB Diploma Programme or the High School Diploma Programme, with guidance to tailor the best pathway for each student. The Vision is to be recognised as a leading international school where academic excellence, outdoor education, future-ready skills and a strong sense of belonging prepare students to thrive as global citizens.
Arts & Creative
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Cultural & Language
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Social & Hobbies
Enrichment includes chess, woodwork, choir, cooking, drama, cross stitch and arts and crafts. The Student Council provides student voice with two representatives per year group and regular meetings; class representatives meet weekly and the full Council meets monthly. Debating is offered as an ASA, and students have opportunities to stretch and challenge themselves beyond the classroom through a range of activities.
Community & Service
Primary School involves children in events in the local community and further afield. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered to students over 14, with Bronze, Silver and Gold levels emphasizing service and personal challenge. Weekend life for boarders includes excursions to cities in Switzerland, Italy and France, and cultural and nature-based trips. Care at VIS centers on a warm, family-focused environment that supports healthy relationships and a connected curriculum with PSHE programmes.
Leadership & Professional
The Student Council provides student voice with two representatives per year group and regular meetings; the year-group representatives meet weekly and the full Council meets monthly. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award offers leadership and service experiences via Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. After School Activities and enrichment opportunities encourage students to take initiative and develop leadership and project-management skills beyond the classroom.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Its educational philosophy accepts that each student is different and we seek to build adventure into the classroom or ski slope while preparing our students for life in an international and multicultural world. Its educational philosophy accepts that each student is different and we seek to build adventure into the classroom or ski slope while preparing our students for life in an international and multicultural world. Attitudes, agility, adaptability and ingenuity for lifelong learning Skills SKI LEARN MORE BEYOND LEARN MORE ARTS LEARN MORE ENRICHMENT LEARN MORE SPORTS LEARN MORE SKI LEARN MORE BEYOND LEARN MORE ARTS LEARN MORE ENRICHMENT LEARN MORE SPORTS LEARN MORE Happiness, kindness, safety Care Individual A focus on the needs of each, particular child. Learn more Holistic Learner-centred, outdoor focused, global engagement.
Language Provision
Foundation Stage follows the English National Curriculum. From Class B onwards, Key Stages 1 and 2 are followed by the school. Children study a broad, balanced and creative programme following the International Curriculum.
Awards
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Accreditations
The school is a member of Dukes Education (joined in 2025) and is accredited by Cognia; it is compliant with the Council of British International Schools; it is associated with the Swiss Group of International Schools and offers the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school is also linked to the IB Diploma Programme and High School Diploma Programme. The accreditation statements appear on VIS pages.
Admissions
Its educational philosophy accepts that each student is different and we seek to build adventure into the classroom or ski slope while preparing our students for life in an international and multicultural world. Its educational philosophy accepts that each student is different and we seek to build adventure into the classroom or ski slope while preparing our students for life in an international and multicultural world. Learn more How to apply We warmly guide families through every step of joining VIS, ensuring a smooth transition into life in Verbier for both day students and boarders. Manage options Manage services Manage {vendor_count} vendors Read more about these purposes Accept Deny View preferences Save preferences View preferences {title} {title} {title} Manage consent
Scholarships are available to local and international students who might not be able to afford a VIS education. VIS currently supports five scholarship students. Scholarships fund tuition and related expenses and may be funded by a general scholarship fund or sponsor-specific arrangements; donors can support an individual student or a specific program, such as the IB DP. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic merit and a commitment to the VIS Guiding Principles, with recipients expected to have a strong academic record, extracurricular involvement, and personal growth. The Scholarship Process is managed by a Scholarship Committee and is open to applicants entering Year 10 (US Grade 9) or Year 12 (US Grade 11); the selection is integrated with the VIS admissions procedure, and scholarships remain with students until graduation subject to annual achievement reviews. The application form and deadlines are provided by VIS, including details such as a December 31, 2025 deadline for applications and notes about financial information in later stages. For questions: admissions@lvis.ch.
