Geneva English School

In Brief

If you want strong A Level and GCSE results, small classes and a genuine community feel rather than an institution, GES is the standout British option in Geneva. The not-for-profit model keeps it honest - push for a campus visit to both Genthod (primary) and Versoix (secondary) before you decide.

Geneva English School is the smallest of the British curriculum schools in the Geneva market, with around 310 students across two campuses. Primary is based on a 19th-century country estate in Genthod, north of the lake - it is genuinely idyllic, and it shows in how settled younger children tend to be. Secondary runs from a separate campus in Versoix. The not-for-profit structure means surplus goes back into the school rather than to shareholders, which in practice shows up in staffing stability and class sizes that can run as low as 10-12 in some year groups.

The 2025 exam results are exceptional by any measure: A Level pass rate of 99%, with 51% of grades at A* or A against a UK average of 28%. GCSE saw 66% of grades at 9-7 versus the UK average of 22%. These are not lucky-cohort numbers - they reflect consistently small group teaching where teachers know every student by name. Director General Christina Matillon joined in May 2024, and early parent feedback is positive on accessibility and communication.

The school is purely British curriculum - no IB Diploma, no French Bac, no Swiss Maturite. That is the right choice for families who are confident their children will remain in the British educational system or apply to UK universities. For families who may pivot to European university routes, or who want IB flexibility, GES is not the right fit. The Capital Development Fee of CHF 4,000 (paid in two instalments) is a one-time cost that catches some families off-guard - budget for it upfront.