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Year Abroad / Semester Programs in Switzerland, Europe
International School of Berne Study Abroad:
The International School of Berne is an international day school providing an English language education for children of over 40 nationalities. Our school year extends from August until June, and we now offer a semester or year-long homestay study abroad program for high school students ages 14 to 19 (Grades 8 - 12). Study abroad students will become extended members of the families of IS Berne students or other local Swiss families, (with English, French and German language immersion benefits). The nearby Bern-Belp Airport receives flights from many major European cities, and Zurich International Airport is approximately 1 hour away by car/bus.
Why Choose the International School of Berne?
- Fully Accredited International School
IS Berne was first accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges in 1984 and reaccredited in 1994 and 2004. With over 280 students from 40 nations and staff from 12 nations, we are a truly international community.
- International Baccalaureate Program
The International School of Berne offers the programmes of the International Baccalaureate (IB) to our study abroad students. Students in grades 8 - 10 undertake the IB Middle Years Programme, or IBMYP, while students in grades 11 and 12 complete the prestigious and internationally recognised IB Diploma programme. Graduating students are awarded our own High School Diploma, as well as having the opportunity to sit external examinations leading to the award of the IB Diploma, a qualification that is accepted by universities around the world.
- Extra-curricular Activities
Life at the International School of Berne is not limited to the classroom. Students from grade 12 to the Early Learning Center have the opportunity to take part in numerous extra curricular activities, ranging from sports teams, hobby clubs, student councils and community service initatives. Additionally, all Kindergarten through grade 12 students ski, skate or snowboard every Friday of the winter season.
Commitment to Quality Education:
Academic Excellence
We offer high quality, academically sound education to an international student body in a supportive and understanding environment
- By developing and adopting an English language curriculum from preschool to grade 12
- By nurturing an atmosphere of trust between students, staff, administrators and parents
Student Creativity
We promote a positive attitude towards creativity, allowing students to actively engage in the learning process
- By providing a wide variety of stimulating learning experiences, allowing students to acquire the concepts, skills and attitudes necessary to develop their full individual potential
- By helping students to assess their own abilities and become independent learners, able to solve problems, work in groups and set priorities
School Community
We promote a sense of community in the school so that students and staff develop a sense of belonging to the school
- By providing a stable, secure and welcoming atmosphere for all individuals within the school
- By providing opportunities for students to develop friendships outside the classroom and by offering recreational activities
Cultural Diversity
We encourage cultural understanding, tolerance and the enjoyment of diversity
- By exposing students to different cultures through a well planned international curriculum mindful of the views and beliefs of others
- By promoting positive attitudes towards the host country, Switzerland, through study of its main languages German and French and the country’s physical and cultural diversity
Semester / Year-long Homestay Study Abroad Programs:
A limited number of spaces have been extended to select, qualifying students worldwide. The programme is an exclusive, innovative and premier study abroad option in Switzerland. Students attend classes full-time at the IS Berne campus in the village of Gümligen, a short distance from the heart of Berne, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Our specialized study abroad program includes:
- Grades 8 - 12 (ages 14 - 19)
- International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
- English, French or German speaking homestay (stay with a local Swiss family)
- Visa application assistance
Our academic program includes:
- Language and Literature: English, French and German
- Language B: English, French and German
- Economics
- History
- Geography
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Mathematics
- Film
Address:
Mattenstrasse 3 3073 Guemligen, Bern, Switzerland
Aiglon College
Courses / Programs
Aiglon College is an accredited, English-speaking international boarding school for boys and girls ages 9 to 18 years. Aiglon offers the British National Curriculum in preparation for IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) exams in middle school. We also offer the IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma program to sixth form students. Conveniently located in Switzerland, Central Europe (just 90 minutes from Geneva International Airport), Aiglon offers a well-rounded education to students in a secure and friendly international community, with over 50 nationalities represented.
In both Junior and Senior Schools, courses are taught in English, with a high-quality ESL (English as a Second Language) programme for all non-English speakers. Exam results are important, but so is the need for independent learning skills so that Aiglon pupils will flourish at university.
Aiglon College meets the demanding standards required for UK, Swiss and International schools. We participate in accreditation and inspection programmes through the UK independent schools inspection system, the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
International Boarding School Programs:
Junior School:
- All courses are taught in English
Middle School:
- Preparation for the University of Cambridge GCSE and IGCSE examination courses
Sixth Form:
- Preparation for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
- ESL (English as a Second Language) programme for all non-English speakers.
Junior School:
- All courses are taught in English
Middle School:
- Preparation for the University of Cambridge GCSE and IGCSE examination courses
Sixth Form:
- Preparation for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
- ESL (English as a Second Language) programme for all non-English speakers.
GEMS World Academy-Etoy
Courses / Programs
Located in the village of Etoy (just 20 minutes from both Lausanne and Nyon) in the heart of Switzerland’s “La Côte” region, GEMS World Academy-Etoy is a purpose-built international school that initially intends to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary and Middle Years programmes in English from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 9, (ages 3 to 15). A technology-rich, learning-focussed ‘Smart School’, GWA-Etoy not only offers students an incredibly diverse learning environment, it also enhances the education experience for both teachers and parents. The International Baccalaureate (IB) provides a rigorous, stimulating and academically challenging curriculum. It enables students to see the world from a variety of perspectives, to examine different points of view, and to see themselves as part of the global community.
GWA-Etoy will prepare our young people to be confident, tolerant, morally responsible people in a world of change. GWA-Etoy is also the first school on the European mainland that is already connected to our global network of award winning international schools
International Baccalaureate Primary and Middle Years Programmes:
- Taught through English
- Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9
- Co-educational programme for students ages 3-15
- The Primary Years Programme (ages 5 to 12) focuses on the development of the whole child in the classroom and in the world outside.
- The Middle Years Programme (ages 11 to 16) provides a framework of academic challenge and life skills through embracing and transcending traditional school subjects.
- Taught through English
- Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9
- Co-educational programme for students ages 3-15
- The Primary Years Programme (ages 5 to 12) focuses on the development of the whole child in the classroom and in the world outside.
- The Middle Years Programme (ages 11 to 16) provides a framework of academic challenge and life skills through embracing and transcending traditional school subjects.
AMADEUS International School Vienna
Courses / Programs
AMADEUS International School Vienna is a unique Day and Boarding School in Austria, Europe with an integrated Music and Arts Academy for students aged 3-18 years old. We accompany young people as they fulfil their highest potential, and we deliver a distinctive academic school programme, based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum. In addition to a high-quality academic education, we are currently a candidate school to offer the IB Career-related Programme. This programme is the perfect pathway for students who wish to pursue a musical career or want to go on to study music at university level.
We accept admissions for Elementary/Primary School Grades 1-4 (Volksschule) and Grades 5 to 10, with a boarding option available from Grade 6.
We strive to deliver the finest academic school programme, which is based on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum for primary and secondary school education. At the same time, we offer intensive classical music training in the AMADEUS Music Academy, as well as AMADEUS Club activities such as art, sports, ballet, world languages, performing arts, music, robotics.
For students whose mother tongue is not English, we provide supplemental language lessons to help them attain the requisite levels in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension.
Quality Education - taught through English.
- For the school year 2013/14, we accept admissions for Elementary / Primary School (Volksschule) and Middle/High School Grades 5 to 10.
Boarding options are available from Grade 6.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
- Standard-level High School Diploma Programme for grades 7 to 12
- Intensive classical music training - mandatory for all students
- Highly qualified international school teachers
- For the school year 2013/14, we accept admissions for Elementary / Primary School (Volksschule) and Middle/High School Grades 5 to 10.
Boarding options are available from Grade 6.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
- Standard-level High School Diploma Programme for grades 7 to 12
- Intensive classical music training - mandatory for all students
- Highly qualified international school teachers
Geneva English School
Courses / Programs
Located close to the city centre of Geneva, Switzerland, Geneva English School is a vibrant, friendly primary school for boys and girls ages 3 to 12 years in a truly international environment. We provide a balanced, high-quality English language education based on the English National Curriculum, including French lessons throughout the week for all children. From Reception through to Year 6, students are immersed in core subject areas including Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Expressive Arts, and more.
Geneva English School aims to provide an outstanding British-based primary education, in an international community where boys and girls learn, achieve and grow together in an inspiring, purposeful, happy and enriching environment.
We encourage and guide all children to realize their potentials and become independent thinkers, academically curious and socially confident.
International Primary and Secondary School for Boys & Girls Ages 3-12:
- Based on the English National Curriculum
- Balanced, high-quality English language education
- Daily French lessons
- Quality international education from Nusery through to Year 7
- Core subject areas include Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Expressive Arts, and Extra-Curricular Activities
- Based on the English National Curriculum
- Balanced, high-quality English language education
- Daily French lessons
- Quality international education from Nusery through to Year 7
- Core subject areas include Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Expressive Arts, and Extra-Curricular Activities
International School Zurich North
Courses / Programs
Situated just 5 minutes from Zurich International Airport in north-east Zurich, Switzerland, International School Zurich North (ISZN) is a multi-cultural, day IB World School that provides education in English to students ages 0-18. Affiliated to Cambridge IGCSE and GCSE Board of Exams, we maintain a high standard level of education for both local and expat children in Zurich.
As a private international school, we are outstanding when it comes for education, curriculum and personal development of a child. With a 1:8 staff to student ratio, it is easy for teachers to deliver individual attention to each child.
We have 40+ highly-qualified teachers at ISZN. With English being the primary mode of communication and language; we have teachers who have taught in different countries and are acquainted with diverse cultures and students.
Our teachers have 100+ combined years of teaching experience that makes the ISZN foundation of learning strong.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Education Programmes:
All subjects are taught in English
- Early Years Programme (under 3)
- Primary Programme (PYP) Early Years-Grade 5 (age 3-11)
- Middle School Programme Grade 6-10 (age 11-16)
- High School Programme Grade 11-12 (age 16-18)
All subjects are taught in English
- Early Years Programme (under 3)
- Primary Programme (PYP) Early Years-Grade 5 (age 3-11)
- Middle School Programme Grade 6-10 (age 11-16)
- High School Programme Grade 11-12 (age 16-18)
St. George's School in Switzerland
Courses / Programs
Situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, close to the Alpine town of Montreux in south-west Switzerland, St. George's School in Switzerland is an international day and boarding school that caters to boys and girls from around the world.We provide a complete educational programme in English with an increasingly French bilingual approach for children aged 3 to 19.
Academically, our students are prepared for public examination with the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB), as well as through our own High School Diploma (HSD).
Founded as a British school, St. George's aims to combine its well-structured, traditional ethos with academic excellence in an international environment.
We strive to develop leadership skills in our children through all that we do, especially in sport and the creative arts, with an emphasis placed on integrity, teamwork and celebrating success.
International Day & Boarding School Programmes:
- Taught in English - with a French Bilingual Approach
- Day School options (ages 3-19)
- Boarding school programmes (ages 14-19)
Junior School Academic Programmes:
- Foundation Stage
- Key Stage 1
- Key Stage 2
Senior School Academic Programmes:
- Key Stage 3
- Pre-IB Diploma Programme
- IGCSE Programme
- IB Diploma Programme
- High School Diploma Programme
- Taught in English - with a French Bilingual Approach
- Day School options (ages 3-19)
- Boarding school programmes (ages 14-19)
Junior School Academic Programmes:
- Foundation Stage
- Key Stage 1
- Key Stage 2
Senior School Academic Programmes:
- Key Stage 3
- Pre-IB Diploma Programme
- IGCSE Programme
- IB Diploma Programme
- High School Diploma Programme