International School of Geneva
International School in Geneva
Quick answer
International School of Geneva (Ecolint), founded 1924, is the oldest international school in the world and the founder of the IB Diploma Programme. ECOLINT serves 4,400 students from 140 nationalities across three campuses (La Grande Boissière, La Châtaigneraie, Campus des Nations) aged 3 to 18. Accredited by IBO and MSA-CESS. Tuition $22,770-$35,470 per year. Long-established premier choice for diplomatic, UN-agency, banking and corporate expat families.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $22,770–$35,470/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 24) Geneva international school · 4,400 students total.
- 140 nationalities top: Swiss.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Between 08:00 and 08:25 depending on the campus..
- Accreditations: IBO, MSA-CESS verified.
4,400
140 (Swiss)
15 avg / 24 max
Rolling
1924
IBO, MSA-CESS
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About International School of Geneva
Ecolint is the world's first international school. We literally invented international education, and are the birthplace of the International Baccalaureate. Ever since 1924 we have been educating students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $22,770 – $35,470 |
| Annual tuition (local) | CHF 22770-CHF 35470 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $31,540(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $33,040 |
| Cost position in Geneva | 94th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IBCP, IBDP, Maturité Suisse, IGCSE
97% pass rate in IBDP, 100% pass rate in IBCP, 93% pass rate in Maturité suisse, (2025 results) 92% A3-C pass rate in IGCSE (2024)
All major world languages, additional ones on request if sufficient demand.
We offer full support from low level additional learning support, to full 2:1 support ratios for children with severe learning or behavioural differences.
Yes, the most developed of its kind in Switzerland.
Yes
Between 08:00 and 08:25 depending on the campus. – 15:00-16:30 depending on campus and year level.
Yes, for additional cost
No, though there is plenty of choice for students with dietary restrictions.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Geneva
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Swiss
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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