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Family Advisory
Personalised and independent advice to help you find the right Swiss school for your child.
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Swiss Boarding Schools Guide
An overview of leading Swiss boarding schools with key information for families.
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Swiss Boarding School Fees & Costs
A clear overview of tuition and boarding fees, additional costs and what families should expect.
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Swiss Summer & Winter Camps
Unique short-term programmes in Switzerland for enrichment, languages and personal growth.
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International School Development & Expansion
Swiss School Consulting supports schools, education groups and investors in international expansion, franchise and brand licensing, school acquisitions and sales, and strategic M&A opportunities.
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How We Advise Families
A structured and personal approach, from initial discussion to school placement and beyond.
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How to Choose the Right Swiss School
Key criteria, expert advice and practical tips to make the right decision for your child.
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Swiss Education System
Understand the Swiss education system, its unique features and the benefits for international students.
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Family Insights
Articles, expert advice and practical insights for families exploring Swiss education.
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PERSONAL GUIDANCE
Serge Gay
Founder, Swiss School Consulting
30+ years in Swiss private education.
Personal and independent guidance for international families.
“Every child is unique.
So is their path.”
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How can an international family choose the right Swiss school for their child?
Choosing a Swiss school depends on much more than rankings or reputation. The right choice should consider the child’s academic profile, personality, languages, interests and future aspirations, as well as the family’s expectations.
Swiss School Consulting provides independent and personalised guidance based on more than 30 years of experience in Swiss private education, helping families identify suitable schools and make a well-informed decision.
What should families know about Swiss boarding schools?
Switzerland offers a wide range of boarding schools, each with its own educational approach, curriculum, languages, location and boarding environment.
Our Swiss Boarding Schools Guide helps families understand the landscape, explore leading schools and compare the key factors that can influence their choice.
How much does a Swiss boarding school cost?
Swiss boarding school fees vary considerably depending on the school, programme, age of the student and services included. Families should also consider additional expenses such as registration fees, activities, trips, insurance and personal costs.
Understanding the full cost from the outset makes it easier to compare schools and plan the right educational choice for your child.
How can families choose the right summer or winter camp in Switzerland?
Swiss summer and winter camps offer children and teenagers the opportunity to combine languages, sports, cultural activities and new experiences in an international environment.
The right programme depends on your child’s age, interests, language goals, preferred activities and length of stay. Swiss School Consulting helps families identify programmes that match their child’s profile and expectations.
How does Swiss School Consulting support families throughout the school selection process?
Our approach begins by understanding your child’s academic profile, personality, languages, interests and future goals, as well as your family’s priorities.
We then help identify suitable Swiss schools, support comparisons and school visits, and accompany families through the decision and placement process. Our guidance is personal, independent and tailored to each child.
What should families know when exploring Swiss education?
Choosing an education in Switzerland raises many questions, from selecting the right school and understanding fees to comparing curricula, boarding options and educational pathways.
Our Family Insights bring together practical guidance, expert perspectives and useful information to help international families better understand Swiss education and make informed decisions for their children.
How does the Swiss education system work for international students?
Switzerland offers a diverse education landscape, combining public and private schools, international curricula and Swiss academic pathways. Depending on the school, students may follow programmes leading to the Swiss Matura, International Baccalaureate, British qualifications or other internationally recognised diplomas.
Understanding these different pathways helps families choose an education that matches their child’s academic profile, language abilities and future university plans.
What should families know when exploring Swiss education?
Choosing an education in Switzerland raises many questions, from selecting the right school and understanding fees to comparing curricula, boarding options and educational pathways.
Our Family Insights bring together practical guidance, expert perspectives and useful information to help international families better understand Swiss education and make informed decisions for their children.
How can schools and education groups expand internationally?
International expansion requires the right combination of educational vision, brand positioning, local partnerships and long-term strategy. Models may include franchise development, brand licensing, strategic partnerships or the establishment of new international campuses.
Swiss School Consulting supports schools, education groups and investors in identifying opportunities, structuring partnerships, developing international education projects, and advising on school acquisitions, sales and M&A opportunities.
Who will personally guide your family?
Serge Gay brings more than 30 years of experience in Swiss private education, including school leadership and international education development.
His approach is personal and independent. He works directly with families to understand each child’s academic profile, personality, languages and future aspirations before helping them identify the Swiss schools that may best suit their needs.
From the first conversation through school selection and placement, Serge personally accompanies each family throughout the process, providing continuity, discretion and a single point of contact.
For Serge, choosing a school is not simply about reputation or rankings. It is about finding the right educational environment for each individual child.
Why do international families choose Switzerland for their child’s education?
Switzerland offers a unique combination of academic excellence, safety, stability and exceptional quality of life, making it one of the world’s most attractive destinations for international education.
Families benefit from a remarkable diversity of schools and internationally recognised academic pathways, including the IB, A-Levels, Swiss Matura, French Baccalaureate and U.S. High School Diploma. Multilingual education and highly international student communities also prepare young people to study, live and work in an increasingly global world.
Beyond academics, Switzerland provides an outstanding environment in which to grow. Safe and well organised, surrounded by lakes, mountains and spectacular natural landscapes, it offers students opportunities for sport, outdoor activities and personal development alongside their studies.
Many Swiss schools combine small classes, personalised attention, strong pastoral care and holistic education, helping students develop independence, confidence and responsibility as well as academic achievement.
For international families, however, Switzerland’s greatest strength is also its diversity. Schools differ considerably in curriculum, size, culture, location and educational philosophy. The objective is therefore not simply to choose the most prestigious school, but to find the school and environment that best match the individual child.
Would you like to discover the experience and expertise behind Swiss School Consulting?