Verbier International School

Switzerland, Verbier

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees CHF 32,000 - 115,000

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Taught languages English, French

Strengths Sport, Outdoor Education

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

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

Introduction

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.

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Rue du Ctre sportif 32, 1936 Verbier, Switzerland

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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.

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IBDP / HSDP We provide the guidance and support that prepare students for life's next step. 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 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. APPLY Contact us +41 27 565 26 56 info@vischool.ch Privacy policy Safeguarding Policy Verbier International School Rue du Centre Sportif 32 1936 Verbier Switzerland © VERBIER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL &

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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

Fees - Verbier International School --> © VERBIER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL – By Netvetic Fees VIS partners innovation with evidence-driven teaching techniques to maximise the impact on the learning of individual students. 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.

Scholarships

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.

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FAQs

Where is Verbier International School located, and what makes its setting unique?

Verbier International School is a private day and boarding school in Verbier, Switzerland, perched in the Swiss Alps. The Les Trois Cimes campus sits in central Verbier, beside a Sports Centre, and the school leverages the surrounding mountain environment for both summer and winter learning. It also offers year‑round boarding and seasonal camps.

What age range and curriculum structure does VIS offer across primary and secondary?

In Primary, VIS uses the English National Curriculum for the Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1–2. In Secondary, Year 7 entry is gentle, and students follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) with options for the IB Diploma Programme or the High School Diploma Programme in Years 12–13; Forest School is also part of the offering.

Is VIS part of a larger education group, and does it provide boarding options?

Yes. VIS joined Dukes Education in 2025. It offers year‑round boarding options, including full boarding, weekly boarding, and flexible arrangements, along with Winter Term programmes and seasonal camps.

How do I start the admissions process and what documents are needed?

Start by enquiring with VIS to discuss your family's needs. The process includes submitting an application form, an online or in‑person interview, a motivation letter, a reference form, last two years of school reports, a copy of the passport, and an application fee of CHF 2,000. You can begin online via the APPLY form.

Are scholarships available, who qualifies, and how are they awarded?

VIS offers scholarships for local and international students in need, with five current scholarship recipients. Awards consider financial need, academic merit, and alignment with VIS guiding principles, along with involvement in extracurricular activities. Scholarships may cover tuition and related expenses and are integrated with the admissions process, subject to annual reviews.

What is the typical timeline or deadlines for scholarship applications?

Scholarship information is provided by VIS, including application details and deadlines such as December 31, 2025 for applications. Decisions depend on meeting the criteria and annual achievement reviews.

What curriculum paths and academic focus can families expect at VIS?

VIS follows the English National Curriculum in Primary (Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1–2) and uses the IB Middle Years Programme in Secondary from Year 7. For Years 12–13, families can choose the IB Diploma Programme or the High School Diploma Programme, with a strong emphasis on project‑based learning and outdoor education.

What is Year 7 entry like, and how does progression work toward final qualifications?

Year 7 entry is described as gentle and supportive to ease students into the IB MYP. VIS guides students toward either the IB Diploma Programme or the High School Diploma Programme in later years, tailoring pathways to individual goals.

What facilities and campus features does VIS offer, including its skiing amenities?

VIS's Les Trois Cimes campus is in the center of Verbier, with a Sports Centre adjacent. The school emphasizes skiing as part of its core programme, and a small boarding house is located in Verbier's centre to support boarders.

How is skiing integrated into the VIS programme, and what other sports are available?

From Preschool to Year 11, students ski at least 6 hours per week in Winter terms, with Years 12–13 skiing at least 3 hours per week. Skiing programs include Fun & Improvement, Freeride Academy, Race Academy, and Combi, run with the Ecole Suisse de Ski, plus pre‑season conditioning and glacier trips. In addition to skiing, VIS offers tennis, golf, mountain biking, skateboarding, football, basketball, horse riding, swimming, and ice hockey.

What extracurricular facilities and arts offerings does VIS provide?

Co‑Curricular options cover Skills, Ski, Sport, Arts, Enrichment, and Beyond, with activities like chess, woodwork, choir, cooking, drama, cross stitch and arts and crafts. Visual Arts and Performing Arts are integrated into the curriculum, with connections to the Verbier Music Academy and local art initiatives.

What extracurricular activities support student leadership and global citizenship?

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available for students over 14 (Bronze, Silver, Gold), and the Student Council provides formal student voice with year‑group reps and regular meetings. After‑school activities and enrichment help students develop leadership and project management skills, fostering a sense of global citizenship.

What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place at VIS?

Wellbeing is central to VIS, with small classes and individual support, PSHE lessons, assemblies, and safeguarding woven into the curriculum. A designated safeguarding lead oversees safeguarding, staff receive appropriate training, and policies are implemented across the school.

What support exists for EAL and early years?

In the Preschool, there is a bilingual French‑English program delivered through play and outdoor activities. Across the school, VIS emphasizes inclusive practices and holistic development, with a strong emphasis on social–emotional learning.

How does VIS address mental health and outdoor learning?

Mental wellbeing is supported through a holistic approach to academics and enrichment, with outdoor learning helping resilience and ownership. The school describes its care as warm and family‑focused, and outdoor experiences are integrated into daily life.

What boarding life is like at VIS, and what is the weekends/activities structure?

Boarding is based in a small en‑suite house in Verbier's centre, with full, weekly, and flexible boarding options. Boarding life combines structured daily routines with weekend activities such as skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, and cultural excursions.

How active is the Parent Teacher Association and what is its role?

The PTA is very active and incredibly supportive, serving as a key communication channel between families, the school, and the local community. It helps plan events and activities and strengthens engagement between families and VIS.

How does VIS describe its community and culture?

VIS presents itself as more than a school—a close‑knit community with a family‑focused ethos. There is a strong emphasis on outdoor education, inclusion, and fostering a sense of belonging among students, families, and staff.

What accreditations and affiliations does VIS hold?

VIS is a Cognia‑accredited school and is compliant with the Council of British International Schools. It is associated with the Swiss Group of International Schools and is connected to the IB Diploma Programme and related pathways, and it joined Dukes Education in 2025.

Are there any awards listed for VIS?

Awards are not listed in the current information.

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