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Switzerland, Basel
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Academic, Innovation and Language Clubs inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. The clubs include AI Club, Business Club, Model United Nations, STEAM Club, Robotics, Chess, and a variety of Language Clubs. Students explore new ideas, strengthen collaboration, and develop leadership through these activities.
Arts and Performance nurture creativity and self-expression through Ballet, Dance (Hip-hop/Modern), Drama, Music, and Photography. Students develop performance and technical skills and can showcase their work in school productions and exhibitions. The programme fosters confidence, collaboration, and creative problem-solving in a supportive environment.
Academic, Innovation and Language Clubs include a variety of Language Clubs, expanding linguistic horizons. Model United Nations and other clubs foster cross-cultural understanding and global perspectives. Students engage in collaborative projects that connect language learning with real-world contexts.
Sports and Athletics offer a wide range of activities: Horse-Riding, Ice Hockey, Football, Basketball, Tennis, Padel, Swimming, and Volleyball. Fitness and Martial Arts include Kickboxing, Judo, Karate, Yoga, and Pilates. The programme emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and balanced development.
Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) are part of the IB Diploma Programme core, inviting students to engage in purposeful activities beyond the classroom and to give back to the community. This core develops responsibility, empathy, and community engagement.
Academic, Innovation and Language Clubs inspire leadership and collaboration; Students explore new ideas, strengthen leadership skills, and expand their global perspective.
Sports and Fitness programs encourage physical health and balance with academic life. The gym, swimming pool, and relaxation areas support well-being during boarding and after-school hours.
Saint-Charles International School is a day and boarding school founded in 1897. It offers Swiss Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, with two pathways: the Swiss Programme (primary through maturité) and the IB Diploma Programme (in English). The school is recognised by the Swiss Confederation and authorised to prepare students for maturité examinations. Instruction in the Swiss Programme is multilingual (French, English, German), with Primary taught in English and French and the Middle School in English, French and German; the IB Programme is taught in English with ESL support. Immersion language teaching introduces English and German from early years through language islands, enabling bilingual Matura or IB Diploma. The campus features a swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, music rooms and a cinema; on-campus dining includes vegetarian options. Boarding from age 10; off-campus partnerships support equestrian training and sports. The school educates around 250 students and has 8,000+ alumni worldwide.
