Ecole Chantemerle vs St. George's International School Switzerland

	E Ecole Chantemerle Lausanne, Switzerland	S St. George's International School Switzerland Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 23,500 - 62,500	Fees / year CHF 31,400 - 125,500
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 1½ - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Swiss Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, French Curriculum	Curriculum IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 65	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size 12
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1966	Opened 1927
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Blonay, Vaud, Switzerland; Chemin de Chantemerle 7, 1807 Blonay; overlooking Lake Geneva; close to Vevey, Montreux, Fribourg, Lausanne and Geneva.	Location Located in Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva and framed by the Swiss Alps. The campus is close to the town of Montreux. Address: Chemin de Saint-Georges 19, 1815 Montreux.
Stages	Stages Swiss pathway with Primary School, Secondary School and High School (Swiss Matura); Cambridge International pathway offering IGCSE and A Levels in English, with an English immersion option; study abroad and French immersion programmes.	Stages Early Learning School for ages 18 months to 3 years; Primary School follows the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum from Year 1; Secondary School offers IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Boarding is available for students.
School type	School type Private international boarding and day school in Switzerland.	School type Day and boarding international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 60% Swiss; welcomes Swiss and international students aged 6 to 18.	Pupil nationality mix Pupils represent more than 60 nationalities; the community is international in character.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Intensive French integration programme for international students new to French.	Additional learning support Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) are supported through the Learning Centre, with an Admissions Policy for Learning Centre provisions.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Non-denominational.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Opening hours 8:00–18:00 with options: half day 8:00–12:00; half day with a nap 8:00–14:00; afternoon half day 13:45–18:00; full day 8:00–18:00.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Reliable bus service with pick-up/drop-off points arranged by demand; current routes cover areas around Chatel-Saint-Denis, Lausanne, Le Châble/Verbier, Noville and Vevey.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / initial deposit and admission fees - Compulsory, non‑refundable initial deposit for an academic school year: CHF 1,600. This deposit guarantees reservation of the student's place and covers the one‑off admission fee and initial fixed charges in the breakdown shown by the school. - Programme‑specific initial deposits shown in the published 2025/26 price list: - Immersion / study‑abroad programmes: initial deposit CHF 1,000. - Summer / holiday camps: initial deposit CHF 500. - For the High School / Gymnase section the published price list lists a compulsory, non‑refundable deposit of CHF 400 in that section. Tuition and boarding fees by school year (annual and per term) Notes on per‑term calculation: the published school calendar divides the academic year into three terms. Per‑term figures below are the annual published fee divided by three. - Primary school (Swiss pathway) — Day student - Annual tuition: CHF 23,500 per year. - Per term (annual ÷ 3): CHF 7,833.33 per term. - Primary school (Swiss pathway) — Boarding student - Tuition + 5‑day boarding (weekends and mid‑term breaks not included): CHF 45,500 per year. Per term: CHF 15,166.67. - Tuition + 7‑day boarding (weekends and mid‑term breaks included): CHF 53,500 per year. Per term: CHF 17,833.33. - Middle school (Swiss and international pathways) — Day student - Annual tuition: CHF 25,500 per year. Per term: CHF 8,500. - Middle school — Boarding student - Tuition + 5‑day boarding (without weekends and mid‑term breaks): CHF 47,500 per year. Per term: CHF 15,833.33. - Tuition + 7‑day boarding (with weekends and breaks): CHF 55,500 per year. Per term: CHF 18,500. - High school / Gymnase (Swiss and international pathways) — Day student - Annual tuition: CHF 25,500 per year. Per term: CHF 8,500. - High school / Gymnase — Boarding student - Tuition + 5‑day boarding (without weekends and mid‑term breaks): CHF 50,500 per year. Per term: CHF 16,833.33. - Tuition + 7‑day boarding (with weekends and mid‑term breaks): CHF 55,500 per year. Per term: CHF 18,500. - Immersion / Study‑abroad (residential) — short stays and full year - 4 weeks: CHF 1,950 per week (example weekly rate). - 4–8 weeks: CHF 1,650 per week. - More than 8 weeks: CHF 1,450 per week. - Full academic year (residential): CHF 55,500 per year. Per term (if billed by term): CHF 18,500. Included items and scope of the published tuition/boarding prices - Day‑student tuition prices include the full academic programme, supervision during stated hours, lunches and snacks (listed per programme), accompanied homework sessions and the programme of extracurricular activities. Boarding prices include full board, accommodation, 24/7 supervision and the extracurricular programme as set out in the price list. Additional / optional fees and typical extras - Compulsory components included in the initial deposit breakdown (examples as published): one‑off admission fee, school material package, school uniforms package, annual cultural/artistic package — the total shown in the published deposit amount covers these elements. Specific breakdowns differ by programme. - Typical additional costs (charged separately or invoiced as options): - Personal expenses deposit or top‑up deposit (simulation available on request). Unused funds from the personal expenses deposit are refunded. - Accident, health and liability insurance; option to subscribe to comprehensive insurance is shown in application materials (example: CHF 150 per month option for school‑year insurance). - Private lessons and academies (sports, skiing, music); example published rate for private music or sports lessons: CHF 60 per 60 minutes. - Examination fees, exam registrations (where applicable). - Membership of local sports clubs or academies (annual fee + transport). - Study trips, paid excursions, entry to public areas (swimming pool, museums, ski passes). - School shuttle bus: CHF 550 per term (published). - Private transport / airport transfer example: Geneva airport transfer CHF 200 per course (published example). - Ski pack (rentals, teachers, passes) — published as a charged option. - Uniforms and extra special equipment beyond the uniform package included in the deposit. Billing schedule, payment terms and refunds - The initial deposit is required to guarantee the place and is non‑refundable. School fees, boarding charges and any personal‑expense deposits are payable in accordance with an agreed payment plan. A term that has started is due in full. Early departure must be notified in writing at least 30 days before the start of the next term. Payments made in advance are not refunded in the event of early departure, cancellation or expulsion. Unused funds from a personal‑expenses deposit are refunded. Boarding fees (summary) - Boarding is offered as 5‑day (weekends not included) or 7‑day (weekends and mid‑term breaks included) options. Published boarding combinations for 2025/26 vary by school level; examples: Primary 5‑day boarding CHF 45,500 / year and 7‑day boarding CHF 53,500 / year; Middle school 5‑day CHF 47,500 / year and 7‑day CHF 55,500 / year; High school 5‑day CHF 50,500 / year and 7‑day CHF 55,500 / year. Per‑term equivalents are the annual amounts divided by three. Uniforms and material costs - A school material package and a school uniform package are included within the initial deposit breakdown (amounts in the deposit differ by programme). Additional uniforms or special equipment beyond that package are charged separately. Refund information (exceptions and returns) - The initial admission deposit for the academic year, immersion programmes or camps is non‑refundable and non‑deductible from tuition (amount depends on programme). Payments made in advance will not be refunded in the event of early departure, cancellation or expulsion. Unused funds from a personal‑expenses deposit are refundable. Early departures must be notified in writing 30 days before the next term; any term started is due in full. Fee payment methods (published detail) - Published fee materials and the school's application documentation state that fees are payable according to an agreed payment plan and list the required deposits, terms and timing; the publicly posted fee documents for the 2025/26 year do not include a specific list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, IBAN) in the fee schedule itself. Payment method details are handled through the school's admissions process and the agreed payment plan. Other published items and incidental charges - Private courses and optional activities have published example prices (private music or sports lesson CHF 60/60 min; sport academy week supplements published for camps). Airport transfers, ski packs and sport academy supplements are listed as additional options with example charges in the published materials. Key published references used for these figures - The school's published 2025/26 price list (Price list 2025/26) and the school‑year calendar 2025/26 provide the fee amounts, deposit rules, lists of included services and the three‑term calendar used for per‑term calculations. The school's online application form confirms deposit amounts and insurance and optional extras.	Fee details Application and Admission Fees - Application fee (boarding applications): CHF 500. — (payable on submission; non-refundable). - Admission (one‑time) fee for day pupils: Foundation Stage–Year 2: CHF 3,000. —; Years 3–5: CHF 3,500. —; Years 6–13: CHF 4,500. — (payable within 10 working days of offer; secures the place; non‑refundable and not credited to term fees). Day‑student Tuition — Annual and Per‑Term amounts (per pupil) All annual tuition amounts below are stated in Swiss francs (CHF). The school's standard term billing splits the annual tuition as Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30% and Term 3 = 30%; per‑term amounts shown below follow that split. - Foundation Stages 1–2: Annual tuition CHF 31,400. — - Term 1 (40%): CHF 12,560. — - Term 2 (30%): CHF 9,420. — - Term 3 (30%): CHF 9,420. — - Years 1–2: Annual tuition CHF 32,650. — - Term 1: CHF 13,060. — - Term 2: CHF 9,795. — - Term 3: CHF 9,795. — - Years 3–5: Annual tuition CHF 33,950. — - Term 1: CHF 13,580. — - Term 2: CHF 10,185. — - Term 3: CHF 10,185. — - Year 6: Annual tuition CHF 36,200. — - Term 1: CHF 14,480. — - Term 2: CHF 10,860. — - Term 3: CHF 10,860. — - Years 7–8: Annual tuition CHF 42,950. — - Term 1: CHF 17,180. — - Term 2: CHF 12,885. — - Term 3: CHF 12,885. — - Year 9: Annual tuition CHF 43,300. — - Term 1: CHF 17,320. — - Term 2: CHF 12,990. — - Term 3: CHF 12,990. — - Year 10: Annual tuition CHF 45,300. — - Term 1: CHF 18,120. — - Term 2: CHF 13,590. — - Term 3: CHF 13,590. — - Year 11: Annual tuition CHF 45,750. — - Term 1: CHF 18,300. — - Term 2: CHF 13,725. — - Term 3: CHF 13,725. — - Years 12–13: Annual tuition CHF 48,250. — - Term 1: CHF 19,300. — - Term 2: CHF 14,475. — - Term 3: CHF 14,475. — (Annual tuition figures and the term split for invoicing are applied to calculate the per‑term amounts above.) Boarding — Fees and One‑time Charges (Years available for boarding and annual totals) - Application fee (boarding): CHF 500. — (payable on submission; non‑refundable). - Admission fee for boarding pupils (one‑time): CHF 8,500. — (payable on offer; secures the place; non‑refundable). - Security deposit (boarding): CHF 4,000. — (refundable after departure once the account is settled). Annual tuition plus boarding (per pupil; shown as Weekly boarder / Full boarder): - Years 6–7: CHF 72,850. — (weekly) / CHF 98,500. — (full). - Years 8–9: CHF 87,900. — (weekly) / CHF 118,650. — (full). - Years 10–11: CHF 89,950. — (weekly) / CHF 121,950. — (full). - Years 12–13: CHF 92,500. — (weekly) / CHF 125,500. — (full). These boarding fees include house‑parent supervision, food and lodging (with laundry of bed linen), some local medical transfers (up to six trips per year within the local area), and other boarding services as listed in the school's service summary. Optional or extra charges (see below) are billed in addition to the stated annual fees. Mandatory charges and frequent additional fees - EdTech AI fee (Years 3–11): CHF 50. — per year (annually in October). - EdTech VR fee (Years 7–12): CHF 50. — per year (annually in October). - IGCSE examination charges: Year 10 CHF 300. — (per pupil, annually); Year 11 CHF 1,500. — (per pupil, annually). - IB Diploma fee: Years 12 and 13 CHF 1,500. — (per pupil, annually). - Medical & complementary insurance (boarding): CHF 2,700. — annually (invoiced in August for boarding pupils). - Uniform: basic uniform package generally from CHF 300. — to CHF 545. — (charged at point of sale). - Pocket money (boarding suggested amount): CHF 1,750. — annually (often invoiced). - Single room request (boarding): CHF 10,000. — annually (if available; charged in addition to the boarding fee). - Minibus transport (optional) — zone pricing published; examples of yearly one‑way: CHF 2,060. — (Zone 1) up to CHF 2,990. — (Zone 3); termly pro‑rata options available. - Learning centre / SEN support and specialist tuition: fees vary by level of support (examples include CHF 150. — per 6‑week intervention up to specific annual programme fees for higher levels). Billing schedule and payment terms - Default billing for day pupils: termly billing with the annual tuition split as Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30% and Term 3 = 30%. Payments are due on Term 1: 30/06/2025; Term 2: 30/11/2025; Term 3: 28/02/2026 (dates reflect the academic billing calendar). - The school issues invoices in advance; it is possible to request annual billing instead of termly billing. For boarding families, the school publishes annual invoicing and other invoicing options; extra expenses (optional activities, clubs, pocket money, some transport items) are billed at the end of each term. - All fees are payable in advance against the invoice on or before the due date. Invoices must be paid in full, without deduction. Payments can be made by wire transfer or by credit card; a 3% surcharge applies to credit card payments. The school may request a direct debit instruction for further payments. Late payment and collection - If fees are not paid by the due date the pupil may be suspended from attending school activities, examinations or graduation; reports and diplomas will not be released until all financial obligations are settled. Boarding pupils may be required to return home after a maximum suspension period if boarding fees are unpaid. - The signatory undertakes to pay annual default interest of 10% for late payments. Reminder charges for collection are applied (example: CHF 50. — for a second reminder; CHF 100. — for additional reminders). Expenses incurred in the collection process will be charged to the parents. Withdrawal, refunds and notice - Withdrawal must be notified in writing to the Admissions Department. Notice deadlines to leave at the end of each term are published; for example, to leave at the end of Term 1 (December) notification must be received by 31 August; to leave at the end of Term 2 (March) by 31 December; to leave at the end of Term 3 (June) by 31 March. If the required notice is not received, the following term's tuition (and boarding, where applicable) fees are payable in full. - No refund of fees can be claimed on account of absence through illness, expulsion or disciplinary measures or for other circumstances not attributable to the school. If a pupil is withdrawn before or during a term without meeting notice requirements, no reimbursement of that term's tuition and fixed charges will be made. The security deposit for boarding is refundable after the pupil leaves and all accounts are settled. How invoices are typically presented and other invoicing notes - Annual tuition appears on the school invoice; parents may choose termly or annual billing where offered. Extra charges (uniform, optional clubs, transport, exam charges, some SEN services) are invoiced separately or at the end of each term. Multi‑child sibling discounts are published and applied where eligible; these are published per year group. Summary of accepted payment methods - Bank (wire) transfer — details provided on school invoices. - Credit card — accepted with a 3% surcharge. - The school may request direct debit for ongoing payments; occasional payment processing or reminder fees may be charged for late or missed payments.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Swiss pathway (French-language) covers primary through high school and prepares students for the Swiss Matura Diploma and the French Baccalaureate. International students can join a French immersion programme and pursue the bilingual version (French–English) of the Matura. The Matura is taught primarily in French; non-French-speaking students join a French integration programme to access the Matura. An effective, structured teaching approach features small classes, three-week concept blocks, daily supervised homework, and regular assessments, with excellent results in national and cantonal examinations. Earning the Matura grants direct access to Swiss universities, including automatic admission to public Swiss universities. Cambridge International pathway provides an English-language curriculum for ages 11 to 18, offering Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, with an option to join for one semester or one year as an English-immersion programme; Cambridge qualifications are internationally recognized and support university admission worldwide.	Curriculum details The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum up to IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Cambridge International runs from Pre-school through Junior School to Years 10–11 (IGCSE), after which students progress to the IB Diploma Programme in the High School (ages 16–19). The IB is delivered in English, with a choice between an English route and a bilingual English/French route, and language acquisition support for beginners; the IGCSE pathway provides a broad, balanced curriculum and supports a smooth transition to the IB.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small classes with personalized teaching; total capacity is 100 students (45 boarding, 55 day).	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes and a low pupil-to-teacher ratio.
Exam results	Exam results Excellent results in national and cantonal examinations; high success rates in national and federal examinations.	Exam results IB Diploma results are strong: the average score was 35.5, the highest score was 45, and 40% of students earned bilingual diplomas (2024 results).
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The Swiss Matura Diploma provides direct access to Swiss universities, including automatic admission to public Swiss universities. The Cambridge International pathway offers internationally recognized qualifications (IGCSE and A-Levels) that lead to university admission worldwide; A-Levels are commonly used for university entry, including in the US via AP equivalence.	Higher education progression A University Guidance Counsellor assists with the university application process, deadlines, admissions testing, letters of recommendation, and transcripts. There is an on-campus University Fair with representatives from over 60 universities. Around one in three Inspired pupils progresses to Russell Group and Ivy League universities, with specialised support from in-house university staff and exclusive partnerships with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door; Swiss destinations include EPFL, UNIL and EHL.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment is prioritised for learners to support advanced study and broader academic development.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Admission to Chantemerle is a 3-step process: 1. Pre-enrolment via the online form; 2) For the school year and study abroad applications, a visit to the school or a telephone/Zoom interview to understand your child's needs, motivations and family expectations, and to present the school and its programmes; the main admission criteria are personal motivation and the student's ability to adapt to the conditions and rules of community life at Chantemerle; 3) Confirmation of enrolment is sent once the enrolment has been validated. The school also notes that the initial payment guarantees the reservation of the student's place and covers the admission fee, with CHF 1,600 (CHF 1,000 for immersion, CHF 500 for holiday camps) applied; this amount is non-refundable. Deposits for personal expenses and options are invoiced separately (insurance, private lessons, study trips, etc.).	Admissions 1. Registration: To begin your application, click Enquire Now to complete an Enquiry form. The admissions portal guides you through the application process and prompts you to upload documentation in support of the application. Required documents include a copy of ID or passport, the previous two years of academic records in English for Year 1 or higher, immunisation records, and a passport photograph. Finally, the Academic Dean or Headteacher of your child's current school must complete the Academic Recommendation Form. 2. Visit the School: After the application is completed, each prospective pupil is invited to meet with the Principal and the admissions team for a visit. During the visit, the pupil and their family will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about St. George's International School. If relocation from abroad makes a visit impossible, a video call interview can be held. 3. Assessment: Applicants will be invited to sit entrance assessments, which are usually taken online. The assessments form part of the application evaluation. The final decision is made after all steps are completed as part of the admissions process. 4. Final Decision: The admissions committee reviews all applications once they are completed and a decision is made. If a place is offered, you will receive an acceptance letter, an enrolment enrolment agreement, and an invoice for the admission fee.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships are available upon request; cost simulations and flexible payment plans are offered.	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars: The Nsouli Scholars Programme enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend Inspired's prestigious schools on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. The programme honours Nadim Nsouli, who founded Inspired in 2013. Several scholarships will be awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin. Enquiries can be submitted via Enquire Now.
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