Choosing a School
Choosing a Swiss boarding school: questions every family should ask
A short, practical list of the questions that separate a good school from the right school for your child.
28 April 2026 · 8 min read
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No rankings, no marketing copy — just what we have learned advising families through Swiss school admissions.
Featured · Student Life
How activities beyond the classroom build confidence
Music, sport, service and expeditions are not decoration around the timetable. They are often where a student's confidence is actually formed.
14 May 2026 · 6 min read
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Academic Programs
Understanding IB, A-Levels and the Swiss Matura
Three respected routes with different shapes. Which one suits a student depends on breadth, specialisation and where they intend to study next.
11 April 2026 · 7 min read
Admissions
Preparing for a boarding-school interview
Admissions interviews are conversations, not examinations. Preparation should make a student more themselves, not less.
22 March 2026 · 5 min read
Student Life
What students can expect from Alpine campus life
Altitude changes the rhythm of a school year: early winters, long light in summer, and a timetable that moves with the weather.
5 March 2026 · 6 min read
Switzerland
A guide to bilingual education in Switzerland
Bilingual can mean anything from two lessons a week to a genuinely dual-language diploma. Knowing the difference matters.
19 February 2026 · 7 min read
Academic Programs
The role of university counselling at international schools
Good counselling starts two years before applications and is measured by fit, not by the length of an offer list.
2 February 2026 · 6 min read
Summer Programs
Planning a productive Swiss summer programme
A summer course is often the least risky way to test whether boarding suits a student — if the programme is chosen carefully.
20 January 2026 · 5 min read
School Guides
What makes a residential school community successful
House structure, staff presence and how a school handles small conflicts say more about daily life than any facility list.
8 January 2026 · 6 min read
Choosing a School
How to prepare for a campus visit
One well-prepared visit is worth several brochures. Here is how to structure the day and what to notice.
15 December 2025 · 5 min read
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