Geneva, Switzerland Day · Coed Ages 2–18Institut Florimont
A 120-year-old bilingual Geneva school running French Maturité, French Baccalauréat and IB Diploma side by side, founded 1905 in the Marist Catholic tradition.
AI Fit Summary
Why this school may fit your child: Institut Florimont pairs a French / Swiss / IB academic track with a urban campus and a 1:10 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to French universities (Sciences Po, HEC) / Swiss universities (ETH/EPFL via Matura) pathways.
- Strong fit for French universities (Sciences Po, HEC) / Swiss universities (ETH/EPFL via Matura) pathway
- 1:10 ratio supports individualized attention
- French · Swiss · IB curriculum aligns with university aspirations
- Strong day-school pastoral team
Academic overview
Institut Florimont was founded in 1905 in Petit-Lancy, Geneva by the Marist Brothers. About 1,200 students aged 2-18, all day school. The unusual academic offer combines the French Baccalauréat, the Swiss Maturité, and IB Diploma — letting families pick the credential that fits their target universities. Recent leavers' destinations include LSE, UCL, Yale, MIT, NYU, Williams, ETH Zurich and HEC Paris — a strong global pipeline anchored in a Catholic-tradition pastoral framework. Published 2026-27 annual écolage: CHF 20,600 (Primary 11e-10e) rising through CHF 22,350 (Cycle 6e-5e), CHF 25,600 (Seconde Bac), and CHF 28,000 (Terminale Bac); Maturité tier runs CHF 24,500-27,850. Class size of 18 with a 1:10 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
Institut Florimont 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 Institut Florimont a good fit for international families?
Yes. Institut Florimont 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?
Limited financial assistance is available for exceptional candidates.
What's the average class size?
Approximately 18 students per class with a 1:10 student-teacher ratio.
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