Petit-Lancy, Geneva, Switzerland Day · Coed Ages 3–19Institut International de Lancy
Founded 1903 in Petit-Lancy, Geneva — a bilingual French-English IB World School day cohort of ~1,500 students from 70+ nationalities, French Baccalauréat + Swiss Maturité + IB Diploma.
AI Fit Summary
Why this school may fit your child: Institut International de Lancy pairs a French / Swiss / IB academic track with a urban campus and a 1:9 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to French universities / Swiss universities (ETH/EPFL via Matura) pathways.
- Strong fit for French universities / Swiss universities (ETH/EPFL via Matura) pathway
- 1:9 ratio supports individualized attention
- French · Swiss · IB curriculum aligns with university aspirations
- Strong day-school pastoral team
Academic overview
Institut International de Lancy (IIL) was founded in 1903 in Petit-Lancy, Geneva. About 1,500 students aged 3-19 from 70+ nationalities, day only. The school runs three credentials in parallel at sixth form — the French Baccalauréat, the Swiss Maturité, and the IB Diploma — giving families one of the broadest credential offers in Geneva. Bilingual French-English from primary level. IIL is an IB World School and a member of the Swiss Group of International Schools. 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
Institut International de Lancy sits in Petit-Lancy, 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 International de Lancy a good fit for international families?
Yes. Institut International de Lancy 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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