British School of Geneva
International School in Geneva
Quick answer
British School of Geneva (BSG) serves students from 40 nationalities aged 4 to 18 in Switzerland. The school delivers the National Curriculum of England with IGCSE and A Level, complemented by the IB Diploma Programme at sixth form. Accredited by IBO and COBIS. Tuition $23,000-$30,850 per year. Strong fit for diplomatic, UN-agency and corporate expat families on Geneva assignments seeking British-curriculum continuity with IB option at upper school.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $23,000–$30,850/yr published annual range.
- 40 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at Primary: 8:45 Secondary: 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, COBIS verified.
40
Rolling
IBO, COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About British School of Geneva
The British School of Geneva was created in response to an ever-growing need in Geneva for private, anglophone education and a specific demand for the English National programme. BSG is the only school in the area to offer the cohesive English National Curriculum from Year 1 through to A-Levels.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $23,000 – $30,850 |
| Annual tuition (local) | CHF 23000-CHF 30850 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $29,675(+10%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $31,175 |
| Cost position in Geneva | 81th percentile(premium tier) |
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
BSG graduating students of 2016 achieved A Level pass rate of 100%.
French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian
unknown
Some special needs can be catered for but these should be discussed in detail and in advance with the Principal.
English as an Additional Language
Primary: 8:45 Secondary: 8:30 – Primary: 15:30, Wednesdays: 12:15 Secondary: 16:15, Wednesdays: 11:45
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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