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La Côte International School Aubonne

International School in Lausanne

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La Côte International School (LCIS) in Aubonne, Vaud serves students from 40 nationalities aged 3 to 19 across day-only programmes. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO and NEASC. Strong fit for diplomatic and corporate expat families on Lausanne-Geneva tri-canton assignments seeking dual British/IB pathways with day-attendance model in scenic Lake Geneva region.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
  • Tuition: $36,088–$48,919/yr published in CHF, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 15 Lausanne international school.
  • 40 nationalities top: Swiss, British, French.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 19 school day starts at School starts at 8:30 for Early Years and Primary. Drop off from 8:15 for EYFS, 8:00 for Primary. Secondary school starts at 8:10 with the drop off from 7:45..
  • Accreditations: IBO, NEASC verified.
IB, BritishAges 3 to 19$36,088–$48,919/yr(CHF 29250-CHF 39650)
Est. all-in: $44,454/yr(+5%, modeled)Above average in LausanneGood valueOpen admissions81% data coverage
Nationalities

40 (Swiss, British, French, American)

Class Size

15 avg

Admissions

Rolling

Accreditations

IBO, NEASC

Qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma

multi-curriculumibbritish-curriculumopen-admissionsdiverse-community

About La Côte International School Aubonne

We are more than a school, we are a family. Our parents, students, and teachers work together to care for and nurture your children, making our school the best place for them to learn, grow, and flourish. Our structured and deliberate approach to personalised learning ensures that your child will be given the challenge, support and opportunities to achieve more here than at any other school.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

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

  1. Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
  2. 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.
  3. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  4. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for La Côte International School Aubonne
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$36,088–$48,919
Annual tuition (CHF)CHF 29250-CHF 39650
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$44,454(+5%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$45,954
Cost position in Lausanne60th percentile(above average)
Curriculum

IB, British

Leaving qualifications

IGCSE and IB Diploma

External examinations

ICGSEs, IB Diploma Programme

Exam results

Academics: IBDP results 2025: • Average score: 35 (the global average was 30.58) • 21% of our graduates achieved 38 points or higher • 18% earned the bilingual ENG-FR diploma Some of our graduates’ destinations: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) University of Toronto McGill University University of Bath Central Saint Martins University of Leiden Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne

Additional languages

English, French, German and Spanish as part of the curriculum.

Learning support

The LCIS is an academically ambitious, inclusive school, committed to supporting every child to achieve more with us than at any other school. Sometimes, children require specifically tailored education plans to enable them to succeed in school. Our Special Education Needs Coordinator will assist teachers in developing Individual Education Plans when appropriate. Parents are involved in every step of this process, including planning, monitoring, and reviewing.

Special needs staff

The LCIS is an academically ambitious, inclusive school, committed to supporting every child to achieve more with us than at any other school. Within our possibilities as a mainstream school, we provide support for students who need special attention. Our Special Education Needs Coordinator will assist teachers in developing Individual Education Plans when appropriate. Parents are involved in every step of this process, including planning, monitoring, and reviewing. Fees may apply.

ESL / EAL support

Yes

School hours

School starts at 8:30 for Early Years and Primary. Drop off from 8:15 for EYFS, 8:00 for Primary. Secondary school starts at 8:10 with the drop off from 7:45. – Primary and Foundation classes end at 15h05, except for additional language classes, which conclude at 16h05. Secondary classes end at 15h50. Some DP lessons take place from 16h05 – 17h05 to accommodate student options.

School busYes
Lunch

Our in-house catering service offers freshly cooked meals daily under the supervision of an internationally trained chef. Alternatively, students can bring their own packed lunch to school.

Uniform requiredYes
After-school careNo
Dietary accommodations

We are a nut-conscious school. Vegetarian options are available daily. Special dietary needs can be accommodated and are monitored by a nurse if required.

Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: highData completeness: 81%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

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At a Glance

Fee Position in Lausanne

Budget-friendly
Median
$15,422$36,088–$48,919$165,325

School Profile

AffordabilitySmall ClassesDiversitySupport
La Côte International School Aubonne

Class Size

This school
15
City avg
12

Student Diversity

40nationalities

Highly diverse

Common: Swiss, British, French, American

Estimated Real Cost

Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams

83%
17%
Tuition:$42,503.5
Est. extras:$8,501
Estimated total per year$51,004.5 (CHF)

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