The British School Bern
International School in Bern
Quick answer
The British School Bern offers a multi-track British and American programme, with a 38-year track record in Bern. Well-suited to premium-budget families. Tuition of $25,200–$28,800/year is in line with Bern averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels and US Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, American leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and US Diploma.
- Tuition: $25,200–$28,800/yr published annual range.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 9:00.
Rolling
1988
IGCSE and A-Levels and US Diploma
About The British School Bern
The British School of Bern is an English-speaking, international day school established in 1988. It is for pupils of all nationalities from the ages of three to eighteen years.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $25,200 – $28,800 |
| Annual tuition (local) | CHF 25200-CHF 28800 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $28,650(+6%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $30,150 |
| Cost position in Bern | 60th percentile(above average) |
British, American
IGCSE and A-Levels and US Diploma
IGCSE, A Levels US High School Diploma
French, German
unknown
English as an additional language (EAL)
9:00 – 15:30
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