Hello Switzerland's education guides cover four main topics: language schools, local public schools, international schools, and higher education in Switzerland.
Our content is contributed by regional experts whose local knowledge is indispensable to newcomers to Switzerland. Browse through the regional guides for specific information, tailored to your regions of interest.
If you find a programme or a school that we haven't mentioned, let us know in the comments and we will add it to our list!
Language schools in Switzerland: regional guides
Hello Switzerland's language school guides provide detailed information about your options in each of these twelve main regions. Click on the links below to learn more.
BASEL / BERN & BIEL/BIENNE / FRIBOURG / GENEVA / LAUSANNE / LUCERNE /
NEUCHÂTEL / SCHAFFHAUSEN / SOLOTHURN / TICINO / ZUG / ZURICH & WINTERTHUR
Understand the local Swiss education system
Questions about the Swiss public school system? The following articles provide an excellent introduction. Find answers to your questions and guidance on how to select the right school for your child.
- Considerations for local Swiss public schools
- The Swiss school system explained
- Finding a school
- Enrol in Swiss schools
- Choose the right school in Switzerland - This article will help you make an informed decision about whether to send your international child to a local Swiss school or to a private international school.
International schools in Switzerland
If you are interested in international schools in Switzerland, you have many options. Start your research with these national articles and then choose the regions below where you would like more specific information.
- International and private schools in Switzerland
- International education and the wave of change
- Bilingual education
- Language acquisition in school children
BASEL / BERN & BIEL/BIENNE / FRIBOURG / GENEVA / LAUSANNE / LUCERNE /
NEUCHÂTEL / SCHAFFHAUSEN / SOLOTHURN / TICINO / ZUG / ZURICH & WINTERTHUR
University and professional training in Switzerland
Our regional guides provide you with information about further education options in many different fields. We particularly highlight programmes offered in English. Click the regions below to learn more.
BASEL / BERN & BIEL/BIENNE / FRIBOURG / GENEVA / LAUSANNE / LUCERNE /
NEUCHÂTEL / SCHAFFHAUSEN / SOLOTHURN / TICINO / ZUG / ZURICH & WINTERTHUR
