Institut Florimont

Switzerland, Geneva

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The school at a glance

Instructs in French, English

Fees CHF 19,300 - 29,500

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1600

Type Co-educational

Opened 1905

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum

Taught languages English, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Institut Florimont is a private, co‑educational school in Geneva offering francophone or bilingual programmes from ages 3 to 18. The curriculum blends Swiss, French, and American pathways with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Students can pursue Swiss Maturité, French Baccalauréat, or the IB Diploma, alongside the IBO and Cambridge accreditations. Maternelle lasts three years, primaire and cycle develop core knowledge, and Secondaire 2 leads to upper secondary diplomas. The school emphasizes languages, offering a bilingual Lower Secondary path and English‑taught content in core subjects from 9e onward. Campus facilities include science and robotics laboratories (STEAM), regular renovations, and an Innovation Hub opened in 2024. An Art/Sport programme (since 2020) serves many students, with exhibitions and partnerships. Solidarity and community engagement are central, with annual charity initiatives and CAS requirements within the IB. The school celebrates 120 years in 2025 and maintains an international outlook through its varied diploma options and partnerships.

www.florimont.ch

Av. du Petit-Lancy 37, 1213 Petit-Lancy, Switzerland

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The Essentials

Location

Geneva, Petit-Lancy, Switzerland. Located in the Petit-Lancy district of Geneva.

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).

Type

Private school offering francophone or bilingual programmes.

Additional learning support

Individualised support provided by dedicated teaching teams that tailor to each student's pace and goals.

Country affiliation

Switzerland

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Bus service

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.

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Fees

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.

Academics

Curriculum

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).

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

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

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.

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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.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Institut Florimont offer?

Institut Florimont offers IB, Cambridge, American, French curriculums. 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.

What age range does Institut Florimont cater for?

Institut Florimont accepts students from age 3 to 18. Maternelle (Kindergarten); Primaire (Primary); Lower Secondary (Cycle) – three years with French or bilingual (French/English); Upper Secondary (Secondaire 2) – Swiss Matura, French Baccalaureate, or

What are the fees at Institut Florimont?

Annual fees at Institut Florimont range from approximately 19,300 to 29,500. **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.

Where is Institut Florimont located?

Institut Florimont is located in Switzerland. Geneva, Petit-Lancy, Switzerland. Located in the Petit-Lancy district of Geneva.

Is Institut Florimont co-educational?

Institut Florimont is a co-educational school. Private school offering francophone or bilingual programmes.

How do I apply to Institut Florimont?

The admissions process at Institut Florimont: 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. You can contact the Admissions team any time by emailing admissions@florimont.ch or calling 022 879 00 74.

What learning support does Institut Florimont provide?

Institut Florimont provides learning support services. 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.

Does Institut Florimont offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?

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.

What facilities does Institut Florimont have?

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 combine Sports facilities include: Sports facilities are adapted to different age groups.

What extra-curricular activities are available at Institut Florimont?

Institut Florimont offers a range of extra-curricular activities. 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).

What languages are taught at Institut Florimont?

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.

Who is the head of Institut Florimont?

The head of school at Institut Florimont is Sean Power.

How many students attend Institut Florimont?

Institut Florimont has approximately 1705 students. The school serves students from age 3 to 18.

When was Institut Florimont founded?

Institut Florimont was founded in 1905. 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.

What accreditations does Institut Florimont hold?

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.

Where do graduates of Institut Florimont go to university?

Graduates pursue a wide range of higher education paths.

Does Institut Florimont have a uniform policy?

Dress style rules apply.

What is the parent community like at Institut Florimont?

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 rob APEF, the Association des Parents d'Élèves de Florimont, is an important point of contact within th.

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