Switzerland, Lucerne
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On-campus residences provide housing for students living away from home. Students stay in double or triple rooms, each with a private bathroom; boarding supervisors and on-campus staff look after students 24/7 and provide support with homesickness and homework. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the residence seven days a week, with nutritious and balanced options; dietary restrictions are accommodated on enrollment.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the residence seven days a week with nutritious and balanced options; dietary restrictions are accommodated by adjusting the menu for the student's needs upon enrollment.
The school is a member of the BVIS Education Group.
International School Altdorf is a private international boarding and day school for students aged 13 to 18, set on a hillside campus with mountain views. The school offers a rigorous mix of Cambridge IGCSE (14–16) and the IB Middle Years Programme for junior years, along with the IB Diploma Programme (16–19) and the IB Career-related Programme supported by BVIS and UNWTO Academy Switzerland with OTHM accreditation. Language development is a clear focus, with IGCSE languages (English, German, French, Chinese) and targeted English support for non-native speakers. The campus features athletics facilities (soccer, basketball, tennis; summer beach volleyball and outdoor pool) and a fitness club, plus outdoor activities such as hiking, rowing, mountain biking and skiing. A distinctive feature is the on-campus animal shelter run by students, linking campus life with service. Modern classrooms, a well-equipped library, and tutoring and exam-prep services support personalised learning. The school welcomes international families worldwide.