Admissions | International Day & Boarding School in Switzerland | Saint-Charles

OUR PATH BEGINS HERE

It is our privilege to accompany prospective students and their families throughout the admissions process. We understand that selecting a school is an important and emotional decision. One that sets the course for your child’s future.

Our thoughtfully structured process ensures personal guidance and support at every stage. We take the time to get to know each student, understand their aspirations — academic, creative, or sporting — and recognise what makes them unique.

INQUIRY

 

Get in Touch

We warmly encourage all interested families to reach out to our Admissions Team. Every family is unique, and a personal consultation offers the ideal opportunity to discover Saint-Charles, learn more about our approach, and ask questions before beginning the application process.
 

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Make an enquiry

VISIT

 

Visit Saint-Charles

The best way to discover Saint-Charles is to experience it first-hand. Families can explore our school and meet our community through:

 

OPEN DAYS

Held several times a year, Open Days introduce families to our philosophy, academic programmes, and co-curricular life.

 

PERSONALISED CAMPUS TOURS

Tailored visits allow students and families to focus on their interests – joining a class, meeting coaches, or exploring facilities. Admissions interviews and entrance assessments can also be scheduled during the visit.

 

VIRTUAL TOURS

For those unable to attend in person, our virtual tours provide an authentic view of daily life at Saint-Charles, with options to explore specific areas, such as boarding or sports.

APPLICATION

 

Apply to Saint-Charles International School

After learning more about our community, families complete and submit the application form online. The application is confirmed upon payment of the CHF 300 admissions fee.
 

Application Form
 

INTERVIEW

 

Interview & Admissions Exam

A CONVERSATION ABOUT YOU

Prospective students are invited to an open conversation where we get to know them as a whole person – their motivations, experiences, and ambitions. Families share their educational priorities, and together we explore how Saint-Charles can best support each student’s growth through personalised guidance and encouragement.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE ADMISSIONS EXAM

Our exams highlight each student’s strengths and help us tailor support to their needs. Applicants demonstrate language proficiency relevant to their chosen programme – English for the IB Diploma and Saint-Charles High School Diploma, both English and French for the Swiss Maturité. All students also complete a Cognitive Ability Test to give a complete picture of how they can thrive at Saint-Charles.

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
  • School reports from the last two years
  • Teacher recommendation commenting on character and motivation
  • Colour scan of the student’s passport
ADMISSION

 

Admission Outcome

Students can expect a timely decision. Saint-Charles operates a rolling admissions process, reviewing applications year-round. Once accepted, our Admissions Team guides families through the next steps of enrolment and preparation for the student’s arrival on campus.