Federation of Swiss Private Schools (FSPS)

We give Swiss private schools a voice

Private education requires good political, economic and legal framework conditions. To this end, the Federation of Swiss Private Schools (FSPS) speaks up. We represent our members’ interests – nationally and regionally.

The FSPS:

 

  • calls for good political, economic and legal framework conditions.
  • stands up for the right to a free choice of school, from a diverse range of options.
  • demands a fair funding system, with a level playing field for public and private schools alike

Successful commitment

The FSPS acts in the interests of private schools, as shown by the following examples:

  • Taxes: The FSPS has successfully campaigned against a VAT obligation for private education and in favour of education-related tax deductions.
  • Copyright fees: The FSPS has successfully defended itself against excessive copyright fees from ProLitteris, Swissimage and others.
  • Private schools register: The FSPS co-initiated the Swiss Private School Register – the only such register that is officially recognised. The authorities are satisfied that the registered schools meet the requirements for proper education and training under the law on foreign nationals.
  • Swiss Baccalaureate Commission: The FSPS acts in the interests of private schools within the Swiss Baccalaureate Commission (SBC).

Working together for strong private schools

The FSPS is the voice of Swiss private schools. A voice that is heard. Become part of our movement and join us in our commitment to strong private schools. As a FSPS member, your school will benefit from attractive services. Membership highlights the high quality of your school. This creates trust.

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Membership

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Services

Services

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Organisation

Organisation

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News of the federation

Autumn Conference 2025

More than 60 participants responded to our invitation to the Federal Palace yesterday

We would like to thank them all warmly for their keen interest and active participation. In her presentation entitled ‘Digital Wellness: Technology, Psychology, and the Next Generations’, Keegan Lee gave a fascinating insight into how digital environments shape the identity, behaviour and relationships of young people. In particular, she highlighted: • the effect of algorithms and soci

Swiss International Schools 2025/2026

New edition : Swiss International Schools 2025/2026

All the schools listed in this directory are members of the Swiss Federation of Private Schools (SFPS), which guarantees that they satisfy various quality criteria. The brochure mainly focuses on international boarding schools. The first section of the guide presents the schools situated in the French speaking part of Switzerland; the second section is dedicated to the educational institutions in

The Swiss private school register in the spotlight of the NZZ

The current education focus of the NZZ am Sonntag newspaper centres on the Swiss Private School Register: it creates transparency and strengthens trust in Switzerland's private education landscape. => To the article (in German) More about the Swiss Private School Register: https://www.swissprivateschoolregister.com/en/