Tuition and School Fees
Investing in a supportive and internationally minded education for your child
At the International School of Berne (ISBerne), we understand that choosing a school is an important investment in your child’s future. Our tuition structure reflects the individual attention, supportive learning environment, and internationally recognised programmes offered at our school. We take this investment seriously and work with care and dedication to provide a high-quality educational programme at a fair and appropriate price.
Founded in 1961, ISBerne is an English-speaking international day school near Bern, Switzerland, welcoming both local and international families. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we offer internationally recognised IB programmes as well as English–German pathways aligned with the Swiss national curriculum, Lehrplan 21.
Tuition fees vary depending on your child’s age, grade level, programme, and level of attendance. Our Welcome Team is happy to provide personalised tuition guidance for your family.
Tuition Overview
Tuition fees at our school vary depending on:
- your child’s grade level
- attendance schedule
- additional learning support, services, or extracurricular activities
Annual tuition fees currently range from approximately:
CHF 10,000 – CHF 39,410
Request Detailed Tuition Information
Our Welcome Team is happy to provide detailed tuition guidance based on your child’s age, programme, and educational pathway. Families may contact Ms Françoise Boillat and Ms Alice Germann in English, German, or French for more information:
+41 31 959 1000
office@isberne.ch
What Tuition Supports
Tuition at ISBerne supports a broad educational experience both inside and outside the classroom.
This includes:
- Outdoor Education Week
- Ski and Skate Fridays Programme
- swimming programme
- curriculum-related trips and excursions
- specialist subject teachers
- school materials and learning resources
- co-curricular activities and school events
- learning support
- student wellbeing services
During the 2026–27 school year, Before School Care starting at 7:30 am will be included in tuition fees as part of a year-long pilot programme. Before School Care is available for children in the Early Learning Centre through Grade 2.
Some optional services, activities, meals, transportation, and specialised support programmes may involve additional fees.
What Families VALUE ABOUT ISBERNE
What stands out most about ISBerne is the welcoming community and the genuine care shown to students and families.Our children settled in quickly, built strong friendships, and gained confidence through opportunities such as Outdoor Education Week, Ski and Skate Fridays, sports, music, and the arts.
ISBerne has truly felt like a home for our family.
Walsh Family 🇦🇺
Tuition Payment Options
We understand that every family's circumstances are different. To help families plan for the school year, ISBerne offers several tuition payment options, including early payment discounts and the possibility of paying tuition in two instalments.
The information below summarizes the available payment options. Please refer to the ISBerne Financial Regulations for the 2026–27 School Year for complete terms, conditions, and payment policies.
Families are encouraged to contact our Welcome Team if they have questions about financial regulations, tuition payments or available payment arrangements.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
Families wishing to attend our school may apply for financial aid to the International School of Berne Foundation. They provide scholarship funding for students attending ISBerne, other private schools in Switzerland, and post-secondary institutions in Switzerland and abroad.
Scholarships are awarded based on the student’s academic potential and the family’s financial situation. Financial assistance covers part of the tuition fees charged by the selected institution.
Our team is happy to speak confidentially with families interested in learning more about available financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Questions About Tuition or Enrollment?
Our Welcome Team is happy to provide detailed tuition guidance based on your child’s age, programme, and educational pathway. Families may contact Ms Françoise Boillat and Ms Alice Germann in English, German, or French for more information: