International School of Lausanne – Private school in Switzerland

Welcome

The International School of Lausanne gives children the tools and knowledge to succeed

Founded in 1962, the International School of Lausanne is a non-profit, English-language, International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. We welcome students from 3 to 18 years of age. We are the only IB World School in the Lausanne area offering the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes.

Early Childhood (PYP)

3-5 year olds

Primary Years Programme

5-11 year olds

Middle Years Programme

11-16 year olds

Middle School at the International School of Lausanne

Diploma Programme

16-18 year olds

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Key facts

Student body and staff

965

Students
68

Nationalities
135

Teachers

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People of ISL

Open minded, we are a vibrant community of more than 60 nationalities

Neha, 15, Indian

« ISL is incredibly diverse. We learn to appreciate all cultures. »

Apostolos, 19, Greek

« I enjoy the positive community and the IB teacher support »

Secondary Student at the International School of Lausanne

Martin, 9, Italian, Slovakian

« I love to play football with my friends at school! »

Louisa-Maria, Austrian

« ISL is not just a school, it is a community. »

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Marta Burke, Spanish

« We really value the focus on social & emotional skill development »

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Benjamin Cornet, French

« This is a really friendly and caring community. »

Primary School Teacher at the International School of Lausanne

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Darryl Anderson, Canada

« Middle School is a challenging transition. We are here to help »

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Fatma Ba, Senegalese

« I especially like the multicultural environment! »

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After ISL

Success and outcomes

Our students leave with a sense of unlimited opportunity. They have the self-knowledge, confidence, and ambition to achieve their goals and make a positive contribution.