Geneva, Switzerland Day · Coed Ages 3–18Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint)
The world's first international school, founded 1924 — three Geneva campuses, roughly 4,500 students from 140 nationalities, full IB Continuum and IB Diploma.
AI Fit Summary
Why this school may fit your child: Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) pairs a IB / French / Swiss academic track with a urban campus and a 1:9 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to European universities / US universities pathways.
- Strong fit for European universities / US universities pathway
- 1:9 ratio supports individualized attention
- IB · French · Swiss curriculum aligns with university aspirations
- Strong day-school pastoral team
Academic overview
Ecolint (the International School of Geneva) is the world's original international school, established 1924 to serve the families of the newly-formed League of Nations. The school has three campuses across the Geneva area: La Châtaigneraie (the largest, in Founex), La Grande Boissière (the original urban campus), and Campus des Nations. About 4,500 students aged 3-18 from 140+ nationalities — making it the largest IB World School on the planet. Most campuses run the full IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) plus French Maturité as an alternative at sixth-form. Recent leavers' destinations include Edinburgh, Durham, Duke and EPFL. Published 2026-27 annual day fees: Pre-Reception (light) CHF 20,000, Classes 1-4 CHF 27,880, Classes 5-6 CHF 28,970, Classes 7-9 CHF 32,740, Classes 10-11 CHF 34,260, Classes 12-13 CHF 35,470. Class size of 18 with a 1:9 student-teacher ratio enables tutorial-style instruction and mentor-led research projects.
Curriculum & subjects
University pathways
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Fees & scholarships
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Location
Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) sits in Geneva, Switzerland — an urban campus. Tap "Request virtual tour" above to have an advisor send walkthrough video links and schedule a live tour.
Admissions process
- 1Inquiry & profile reviewWe share your child's Student Fit Profile with the admissions team.
- 2Application & documentsSchool-specific form, transcripts, recommendations, English test if required.
- 3AssessmentOnline interview, sample lesson, or admissions test depending on the school.
- 4Offer & enrollmentOffer letter, contract, and visa support if needed.
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FAQ
Is Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) a good fit for international families?
Yes. Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) actively supports families relocating internationally with visa guidance, language transitions, and pastoral care designed for mobile households.
What does the typical application timeline look like?
Most families start 12–18 months before intended intake. Early application is strongly recommended for boarding.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are reviewed annually.
What's the average class size?
Approximately 18 students per class with a 1:9 student-teacher ratio.
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