Nestled in the Alpine village of Leysin, with breath-taking views across to the Dents du Midi, Malvern College Switzerland is an inspiring place to live and to learn. As the youngest member of the Malvern College family of schools, we combine youthful vigour with pride in the traditions and expertise bequeathed to us by the Old Malvernian diaspora.

Malvern College Switzerland is committed to developing outstanding young people who have the knowledge, skills and personal aptitudes to make a positive difference to the lives of others. Academic work forms the core of what we do, and we are very fortunate to have a superb team of teachers - hand picked from 1000s of applicants - to pass their expertise on to our pupils. Carefully calibrated classroom teaching is supplemented by a rich co-curricular programme designed to stimulate young minds.

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We make the most of the opportunities for sport and vigorous outdoor activity that our location high in the mountains affords. Our pupils lead happy, healthy and active lives, and develop interests that will stay with them for life. Every member of staff believes fervently in the value of boarding education and celebrates the individuality of each pupil. We encourage the development of independence, to take calculated risks and to demonstrate the Malvernian qualities of humility and kindness. These qualities form the bedrock of success at our school - as they do in later life - and infuse everything that goes on at Malvern College Switzerland.

We very much hope you will come and visit us, meet our pupils, talk to our staff, and experience for yourself the culture and chemistry that we have developed in our inspirational Alpine setting.

Mrs Carlien Shelley
Headmistress

Pupils usually start the Pre-IGCSE programme (referred to as Year 7, 8 or 9 under the British system) when they are 11, 12 or 13 years old before the academic year of entry.

Pre-IGCSE

CHF 55 995.-

IGCSE stands for International General Certificate of Secondary Education (Year 10 and 11). It is equivalent to the GCSE qualification taken by UK students to prepare them for A Levels.

CHF 65 995.-

A Level

CHF 69 995.-

This forward-thinking programme provides MCS A Level pupils with a significant educational experience to better serve the hospitality industry by gaining additional knowledge and skills through practical training and access to university-level instruction. This unique opportunity allows pupils to progress directly into the Year 2 of university after successful graduation at MCS.

CHF 69 995.-

From September 2022, we will offer a bespoke course for pupils who are 17 or 18 years old and planning to move on to worlds best universities. This course focuses on developing the academic skills, language credentials and habits of mind needed to make the best of a university education. Pupils on the pre-University course are able to hone critical thinking and writing skills.

CHF 49 995.-

A Levels are two year academic courses designed to lead candidates directly on to university. Candidates normally start taking four A levels, with most dropping to three in their second year. The A Level subjects on offer at Malvern College Switzerland can be found below.