A rare, turn-key acquisition in the prestigious Swiss private education sector.
On behalf of our client, we are pleased to present a premier private boarding and day located in the highly sought-after French-speaking region of Switzerland. Founded in 1897, this distinguished institution delivers a world-class dual curriculum featuring the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the Bilingual Swiss Matura. The school serves an affluent demographic, attracting an elite international boarding community alongside a selective local day-school cohort aiming for top-tier Swiss and global universities.
Strategic Highlights
- Highly unique Opportunity: A unique opportunity to acquire a well-established boarding and day school in French-speaking Switzerland. The transaction offers investors immediate market relevance, an excellent brand reputation, and a premier platform for further regional and international expansion..
- Modern and top maintained Infrastructure: The school is situated on a spectacular $14,000 sqm campus comprising seven excellently maintained buildings with fully modernised facilities. The site offers an expansive, picturesque learning environment and benefits from excellent global connectivity via EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse, Zurich Airport, and nearby airfields.
- Optimized Asset Structure: In 2021, the institution strategically transitioned to a sophisticated, for-profit OpCo/PropCo structure. This realignment has unlocked significant operational efficiencies and initiated a dynamic phase of growth.
- Immediate Scalability: With an established annual enrolment potential of 230 students—including up to 80 boarders—the school boasts a highly scalable operating model. Furthermore, the expansive campus features unutilised plots of land designated for development, offering incoming investors the unique opportunity to construct additional school buildings and significantly increase capacity.
Investment Thesis
- This select offering represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a high-quality, independent boarding platform with limited imminent CapEx requirements.
- Providing a seamless, turn-key operation, the school serves as an ideal vehicle for local operators or international school groups seeking immediate entry and rapid expansion within the lucrative Swiss private education market.
Transaction Details
Structure: 100% sale of both the operating company (OpCo) and the real estate holding company (PropCo).
Process: Strictly confidential, invitation-only structured sale process (closed-shop tender).
Timeline: Flexible, with a target closing ahead of the 2026/27 academic year.
Premium Swiss Boarding and Day School with Legacy
Region: Western Switzerland (French-speaking)
Industry: Education
Reference: 10020252
Legal form: OpCo: SA; PropCo: SA
Revenue: TBA
Transaction: Share Deal, OpCo & PropCo
Transfer: 100% of shares
Provision: No commission applicable for buyers
Asking Price: As per CIM
The exposé (CIM) is available subject to a written, accepted confidentiality agreement, which will be sent to you.

