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Basel & Northwestern Switzerland

Basel and the cantons of Basel-Landschaft and Aargau, on the borders with France and Germany. A centre of the life-sciences industry with a long international tradition, between the Rhine and the Jura.

15

Schools

Mild continental

Climate

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse (BSL)

Nearest Airport

Why Choose Basel & Northwestern Switzerland

Discover what makes this region special for international education. From its unique cultural offerings to its world-class facilities, the region provides an exceptional environment for students.

Basel, where France, Germany and Switzerland meet

Life-sciences and pharmaceutical hub

Art Basel and the city's museums

Aargau, between Basel and Zurich

Basel & Northwestern Switzerland

Getting There

By Air

Nearest international airports:

  • EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse (BSL)
  • Zurich (ZRH)

By Train

Switzerland's exceptional rail network connects the region to all major cities. Most schools are easily accessible from main train stations.

Climate

Mild continental. The region enjoys distinct seasons, perfect for year-round outdoor activities and sports programs.

Schools in Basel & Northwestern Switzerland

Explore 15 schools in this region

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FGB

Freies Gymnasium Basel

Day School

Basel

Ages

4–19 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 22k–31k/yr

MaturaSwiss PrimaryBilingual Matura
350
DEEN
RSSB

Rudolf Steiner Schule Basel

Day School

Basel

Ages

4–19 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 6k–42k/yr

WaldorfMatura
DE
KPSL

KAIROS Private Schule Lenzburg

Day School

Lenzburg, Aargau

Ages

12–16 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 23k–28k/yr

Swiss Primary
DE
ISB

International School of Basel

Day School

Reinach, Basel-Country

Ages

3–19 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 24k–38k/yr

IB DiplomaIB PYPIB MYP
1’132
EN
EB-S

ELA Basel - The Swiss British School

Day School

Basel

Ages

0–18 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 24k–29k/yr

Swiss PrimaryCambridge PrimaryEYFS+1
310
ENDE
IIS

ipso! International School

Day School

Rheinfelden, Aargau

Ages

2–16 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 11k–28k/yr

IB PYPSwiss Primary
DEEN
AISB

Academia International School Basel

Day School

Basel

Ages

4–18 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 28k/yr

A-LevelsIGCSECambridge Primary
ENDE
EFB

Ecole Française de Bâle

Day School

Basel

Ages

0–12 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 9k–13k/yr

French Primary
160
FR
RSSA

Rudolf Steiner Schule Aargau

Day School

Schafisheim, Aargau

Ages

4–16 yrs

Annual fees

CHF 10k–36k/yr

Waldorf
200
DE
ABSB

Academia Bilingual School Basel

Day School

Basel

Ages

3–12 yrs

Swiss Primary
DEEN
AP&S

Academia Primar & Sek

Day School

Reinach, Basel-Country

Ages

10–16 yrs

Swiss Primary
60
DE
F4

Forum 44

Day School

Baden, Aargau

Ages

10–20 yrs

Swiss Primary
DE
SSIS

SIS Swiss International School Basel

Day School

Basel

Ages

3–18 yrs

MaturaIB DiplomaSwiss Primary+1
360
DEEN
RSSB

Rudolf Steiner Schule Birseck

Day School

Aesch, Basel-Country

Ages

4–18 yrs

Waldorf
350
DEFR
AM

Academia Matura

Day School

Aarau · Basel

Ages

15+ yrs

A-LevelsIGCSE
EN

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