British School of Geneva vs Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix)
British School of Geneva and Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix) are both in Geneva, about 10 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels programmes, and British School of Geneva also offers EYFS. Published annual fees are CHF 21,400 - 28,700 at British School of Geneva and CHF 27,930 - 35,084 at Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix), which puts Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix) roughly 26% higher. British School of Geneva takes pupils from 3 to 18, and Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix) from 11 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 380 and 350 pupils. Typical class sizes are 14 at British School of Geneva and 12 at Geneva English School - Secondary (Versoix).
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils
Pupils
380
Pupils
350
Typical class size
Typical class size
14
Typical class size
12
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
1961
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Located at Av. de Châtelaine 95A, Vernier, CH, in Geneva's international quarter. The campus is on the main road through Châtelaine, two minutes from the motorway and a 10-minute drive from the United Nations. It is easily accessible for students commuting from across the city and nearby areas.
Location
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Stages
Stages
Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, A-level College
Stages
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School type
School type
British international school
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
BSG welcomes students from over 70 nationalities; 60+ languages spoken; English and French are core languages, with additional languages including German, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Japanese.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
Bus service available via Chatelaine stop serving routes 6, 19, 22 and 51; dedicated transport service for pupils from the right bank of Geneva or nearby France.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Registration / Application fees
- Registration fee: CHF 1,045 payable at time of enrolment or re-enrolment. This registration fee is non-refundable except where the school is unable to offer a place. - Re‑enrolment discount: a special 10% reduction was offered to maintain the registration fee at CHF 950 for families who completed re‑enrolment payment by the specified re‑enrolment deadline.
Capital development / one‑time fees
- Capital Development Fee: a one‑time non‑refundable fee of CHF 3,000 is charged in a student's first year and is payable on enrolment. This fee is not refundable.
Tuition fees (termly instalments and annual totals) — day students
- Reception (Early Years): 1st instalment CHF 9,200; 2nd instalment CHF 6,900; 3rd instalment CHF 6,900; Total annual tuition CHF 23,000. - Years 1–2: 1st instalment CHF 10,060; 2nd instalment CHF 7,545; 3rd instalment CHF 7,545; Total annual tuition CHF 25,150. - Years 3–6: 1st instalment CHF 10,320; 2nd instalment CHF 7,740; 3rd instalment CHF 7,740; Total annual tuition CHF 25,800. - Years 7–9: 1st instalment CHF 10,920; 2nd instalment CHF 8,190; 3rd instalment CHF 8,190; Total annual tuition CHF 27,300. - Years 10–11: 1st instalment CHF 11,480; 2nd instalment CHF 8,610; 3rd instalment CHF 8,610; Total annual tuition CHF 28,700. - Years 12–13 (Sixth Form / A Level): 1st instalment CHF 12,340; 2nd instalment CHF 9,255; 3rd instalment CHF 9,255; Total annual tuition CHF 30,850. - Early Years half‑day programme (available to children aged 3–4): Tuition fee CHF 11,500 per school year.
- A monthly payment plan is available by agreement with the Principal for families paying the entirety of school fees privately. Monthly instalments are payable on the 1st of each month from August to May (10 instalments). Example monthly amounts (10 instalments): Reception CHF 2,369; Years 1–2 CHF 2,591; Years 3–6 CHF 2,658; Years 7–9 CHF 2,812; Years 10–11 CHF 2,956; Years 12–13 CHF 3,178.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard termly instalment due dates (when paying by 3 instalments): 1st instalment due 1 August; 2nd instalment due 1 December; 3rd instalment due 1 April (dates shown on the schedule). Tuition fees for students who arrive during the academic year are charged on a termly basis. - Invoices for additional services (school lunches, transport, uniforms, extracurricular activities, after‑school care, learning support, external exam registration for Years 9–13, and field trips) are issued termly and are generally payable within 30 days of invoice. Late payments may incur additional charges or penalties as per school policy. - Discounts: an early payment discount (paying the full annual tuition before the specified early‑payment date) and specified reduced rates for particular payment arrangements are included in the school's published payment terms and may apply when conditions are met.
Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for this school; fees and schedules apply to day students.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- School lunches: invoiced termly as an additional service. - Transport (school bus): annual charges are billed and published per route/zone; example indicative annual bus rates for the published transport service cover several zones (example zone prices published as guidance). - Uniforms: uniform costs are invoiced as an additional cost when required; specific uniform prices are not listed in the tuition schedule and are invoiced separately. - After‑school clubs and extracurricular activities: invoiced termly as additional services. - Swimming: listed annual charge CHF 220. - Lockers: deposit CHF 25 (refundable on leaving provided locker key is returned); lost key charges apply. - Calculators / curriculum equipment: KS3 basic calculators provided; KS4 calculators charged (example: CHF 130 for KS4 calculators); replacement deposits or charges for lost items may apply. - Learning support, private tutoring and some specialist services: fees set by agreement and invoiced termly.
Refund information
- The Registration Fee (CHF 1,045) is non‑refundable except where the school is unable to offer a place. The one‑time Capital Development Fee (CHF 3,000) is non‑refundable. - Certain refundable deposits (for example, locker deposits) are refunded when the student leaves provided the relevant conditions are met (for example, returning the locker key). Invoices for non‑tuition services are processed and refunded or charged according to the school's terms for each service. Late payment penalties and terms for refunds of non‑tuition items are set out in the school's terms and conditions.
Fee payment options and bank details
- Bank transfer details are provided for fee payment (IBAN and SWIFT/BIC shown); bank transfer is the documented payment method for tuition and instalments. Example bank details published for remittance: IBAN CH30 0024 0240 2100 9801 A; BIC / SWIFT UBSWCHZH80A. - A monthly instalment plan (10 monthly payments from August to May) is available by agreement with the Principal. The school publishes discounts that may apply for early full payment or for qualifying payment arrangements.
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
An enhanced English National Curriculum is delivered from Early Years through to A Level. Early Years Foundation Stage; International Primary School (ages 5-11) follows the English National Curriculum; International Secondary School (ages 11-16) leads to IGCSEs; A Level College (ages 16-18) offers A-levels. Years 7 to 9 (Key Stage 3) study a broad range of subjects, while Years 10 and 11 focus on IGCSE core subjects and elective options. Language provision includes English and French as core offerings, with German, Russian and Spanish available through co-curricular activities; A-Level courses include English Language and Literature and French, with additional modern languages offered for a fee. Class sizes are small: Early Years classes have a teacher and teaching assistant with no more than 18 students, and A-Level groups are no larger than 14.
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
Class sizes are small across the school: Early Years classes have a teacher and teaching assistant with no more than 18 students; A-Level classes are no larger than 14.
Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
In 2022/23, IGCSE results included a 100% pass rate in English Language, English Literature, Chemistry, Statistics and History. 43% achieved top 7-9 grades overall, and 83% achieved the top grade 9 in French. A-level results show a 97% pass rate, with 84% of grades A*-C and 28% A*-A.
Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
9 out of 10 students secure offers from Russell Group, Top 50 and QS-ranked universities. Future destinations show 92% acceptance into first-choice destinations. Graduates secure places at prestigious universities in the UK and around the world.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are accepted throughout the year, subject to space. The admissions journey: 01 Get in touch today by enquiry form or call; 02 Join a campus tour or virtual tour; 03 Submit your application; 04 Application review; 05 Get ready to start. Applications are accepted at any time throughout the year, with the admissions team assisting with the application, assessments and any necessary paperwork for employers or visa applications. To enrol, submit: Application for Enrolment signed by a parent or guardian; Emergency and Health Questionnaire; Proof of payment of the registration fee 950 CHF and the one-off Capital Development Fee 3,000 CHF; if currently attending another school, a recent report from your current institution is also required. Assessments used include GL Assessments for Years 3 to 13, Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT4), New Group Reading Test (NGRT), Lucid Exact and Progress Test Series. The admissions policy ensures fair and appropriate procedures in reviewing all applications and offering places; next steps are communicated after the review.
Admissions
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Scholarships
Scholarships
ISP Future Pathways Scholarships provide exclusive scholarship opportunities from universities worldwide for students within the International Schools Partnership network. Amounts vary by university and may include up to 50% of tuition fees; automatic eligibility upon application. Institutions listed include Bond University (50%), Colorado State University (20%), University of Nottingham Malaysia (50% first-year foundation), St Mary's University London (15% of first-year tuition), IESEG School of Management (10%), Hope College (up to 30,000 USD annually), Linfield University (up to 25,000 USD annually), SAE Institute Dubai (20%), and other ISP partner scholarships. For more information, scholarships@ispschools.com.
