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Ecole des Nations

Switzerland, Geneva

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees CHF 21,950
Ages 3 - 12 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1989
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, German
Strengths Languages, STEM, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

École Montessori-Nations is a bilingual French-English Montessori school in Geneva for children aged 3 to 12. Founded in 1989, the school follows the Montessori Curriculum while also aligning with the Programme d'Études Romand (PER) to help pupils transition smoothly to Swiss or international schools. Children learn in mixed-age classrooms, with French introduced from age four and English taught through immersion from age three. German is added during the upper elementary years. The programme also includes sports, swimming, music, outdoor learning and environmental education. The school works with local organisations such as Ferme de Budé and J'aime ma planète to support outdoor activities and environmental awareness. After-school care and themed activities are available throughout the week. A distinctive feature is the school's Eco-School initiative, where pupils actively participate in projects that reduce paper consumption and food waste, encouraging responsibility for the environment from an early age.

Chem. Docteur-Adolphe-Pasteur 13, 1209 Genève, Switzerland

The Essentials

Ecole des Nations has instruction in French, English.

Location
Montessori Nations School is located in Petit-Saconnex, Geneva, in the heart of Geneva. Address: Chemin Dr-Adolphe-Pasteur 13, 1209 Geneva, Switzerland.

Stages
Bilingual Montessori program for children aged 3 to 12, including Preparatory (3–6 years) and Upper Elementary (6–12 years).

Type
Private bilingual Montessori school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Welcomes students of all nationalities.

Country affiliation
Switzerland

School day structure
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with a full after-school program.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Private school. Founded in 1989 by Madame Odette Cutullic, with support from Madame Denise Baechler and Mr. Pierre Marconi. The school is a member of AGEP, FSEP, and AMS.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ecole des Nations ranges from CHF 21,950 for 2026/27.

Registration and application fees
- Annual registration fee: CHF 500.
- Advance tuition payment at enrolment: CHF 1,000 (this advance is deducted from the first trimester's tuition). These amounts are non‑refundable in the event of cancellation. Enrollment is confirmed only upon payment.

Annual tuition (single-rate)
- Annual tuition: CHF 21,950, payable in three instalments.
- The annual tuition is broken down as follows:
- School fees: CHF 19,500.
- Textbooks and school supplies: CHF 250.
- Meals (5 days per week): CHF 1,900.
- Meal supervision (5 days): CHF 150.
- Cultural outings: CHF 150.
- The annual tuition also includes morning snack, swimming lessons, physical education and motor skills classes.

Tuition per term and billing schedule
- 1st term: CHF 8,780 — due June 30.
- 2nd term: CHF 6,585 — due October 30.
- 3rd term: CHF 6,585 — due January 31.
- All due dates must be strictly respected. A CHF 50 late fee is charged for each payment reminder.

Additional / optional fees (not included in the annual tuition)
- Supervised study sessions (billed separately).
- Cambridge exam fees (optional, billed separately).
- Extracurricular activities (billed separately).
- Annual excursions and green classes or educational trips (billed separately).

Boarding
- The school operates as a day school (opening hours published as Monday–Friday, 08:00–18:00 for children aged 3–12). Boarding/pension services are not provided.

Other costs (uniform, materials, etc.)
- Textbooks and school supplies are covered in the annual fee (CHF 250). No separate uniform fee is specified in the published financial conditions. Any additional materials or optional activity fees are charged separately.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- The advance tuition payment and registration fee are non‑refundable in the event of cancellation. No refunds are granted in the case of absence, withdrawal, or expulsion.

Payment terms and methods
- Fees are due on the term dates listed above and enrollment is only confirmed on receipt of payment; late reminders incur a CHF 50 charge. Specific payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, etc.) are not specified in the published financial conditions.
Academics

Ecole des Nations teaches Montessori Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
Montessori Nations School provides a bilingual French-English Montessori education for children aged 3 to 12. The program emphasizes individualized learning, curiosity, and independence. It follows the Plan d'Études Romand (PER) standards to support a smooth transition to Swiss and international schools. The school is a certified School Impulse institution, with native-speaking teachers who support each child's learning journey. The center operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers a full program of extracurricular activities after school. The school welcomes students of all nationalities, promoting cultural and linguistic integration from an early age.
Parent Experience

History
In 1976, Madame Odette Cutullic, a United Nations official, founded Crèche des Nations in Geneva to serve the children of international staff, the region's first Montessori nursery for ages 2 months to 6 years and welcoming up to 120 children. In 1994, Crèche des Nations was taken over by the City of Geneva. In 1989, with Denise Baechler and Pierre Marconi, École Montessori-Nations was founded to promote Montessori education for children aged 3–9. The school began in two converted villas on Rue de Lausanne and, in 2007, moved to larger premises to include students up to age 12, now welcoming over 90 students. It remains bilingual (French-English) and is a member of AGEP, FSEP, and AMS, with regular quality inspections.

Community
École Montessori-Nations welcomes children from a wide range of nationalities, reflecting true cultural diversity and fostering intercultural exchange. It is open to the world, promoting cooperation, mutual support, and a respectful, stimulating environment. The school follows a bilingual French-English education with two cycles (3–6 and 6–12) that allow students to grow at their own pace. A modern Montessori approach is complemented by technologies, outdoor education, culture, sports, and field-based learning, and safety is prioritized by a qualified, collaborative team.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a full program of extracurricular activities after school hours. The school is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., which supports after-school programming. Montessori Nations School is located in Petit-Saconnex, Geneva. It provides a bilingual (French-English) Montessori education to children aged 3 to 12. Qualified native-speaking teachers support every child in their learning journey, encouraging natural curiosity and independence. The bilingual setting promotes cultural and linguistic integration from an early age.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses Montessori pedagogy for pupils aged 3 to 12, with two classes in Preparatory (3 to 4 years) and Lower Elementary (4 to 6 years) and three Upper Elementary classes (6 to 12 years). Mixed-age groups foster autonomy, independence, social relations, and tolerance within a structured learning environment. The Montessori materials and furnishings encourage growth and concentration. In bilingual Preparatory and Lower Elementary, reading and writing are taught in French and English with immersion in both languages; English is taught by an anglophone teacher and assistant to deepen immersion; German begins in the 4th grade, and computer sciences start in the 3rd grade.

Arts & Creative
A musical approach is provided by Montessori teachers using bells as Montessori material. The Montessori materials and furnishings encourage growth and concentration. The environment supports hands-on exploration that fosters engagement in learning. The integrated music and Montessori activities support creative development.

Cultural & Language
In Preparatory and Lower Elementary, reading and writing are taught in French and English with immersion in both languages. English is taught by an anglophone teacher and assistant, both native English speakers. German is taught from the 4th grade, and computer sciences begin in the 3rd grade. The program provides ongoing exposure to multiple languages through instruction across levels.

Social & Hobbies
After-school care (garderies) is available on Wednesday afternoons and after classes. After-school activities are proposed beyond regular classes. The mixing of ages supports social relations and tolerance. Hours are devoted to sports and swimming classes to meet the physical activity needs of this age group.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
This age group has a great need for physical activity, with several hours devoted to sports and swimming classes. The mixing of ages fosters social relations and tolerance, contributing to wellbeing. After-school care is available on Wednesday afternoons and after classes, with additional activities offered.
Languages

Language Provision
French and English are taught through a bilingual Montessori program for children aged 3 to 12.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual education in French and English for children aged 3 to 12.
Reputation

Accreditations
School Impulse certification — certification by the School Impulse program, signaling quality assurance in Swiss private schools.
Admissions

Admissions
1. We accept students throughout the year, depending on available spaces. Montessori Nations School welcomes children of all nationalities and cultures, with a simple and accessible admission process. Parents are encouraged to schedule a visit to Montessori Nations School to discover our classrooms, teaching team, and educational approach. A personalized first visit is offered to answer all questions.

2. To apply for admission, complete the Pre-enrolment form (Admission Application). The form collects pupil details, including the pupil's name, sex, and private address, as well as the legal representative information. It asks about the language spoken at home and languages spoken or understood by the pupil, and collects health and family information; changes of address must be communicated in writing. Montessori Nations may request additional information from the current school or parents, administer placement tests, or conduct an extra interview if deemed necessary. There is also a section for acceptance of financial conditions.

3. After submitting the form, admission decisions are made based on space availability. The school may contact the current school or parents for additional information and may request placement tests or an extra interview if necessary. The guardian confirms understanding of the Conditions for Admission and the Fees Agreement and agrees to their terms. The agreement states that disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the Geneva courts. A section may ask about employer education grants as part of the financial conditions.
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