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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction
SEK International School Les Alpes is an English-language IB middle years programme (MYP) campus in the French Alps, serving students aged 12 to 16. The curriculum is harmonised with the IB MYP, delivered through six-week modules each year from MYP 1 to MYP 5. Over five years, students spend six weeks annually at SEK-Les Alpes with peers from SEK schools worldwide, promoting a global learning community. The campus features a limited-capacity boarding residence and integrated facilities set in an alpine environment at about 1,000 meters above sea level, near Megève and Albertville. All courses and activities are taught in English, with Learning Outside-In using mountains and woodlands as outdoor classrooms. The school is part of the SEK Education Group, with a long history and 10 campuses; it is the only private school in France recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education. Ski lessons and insurance are included, with autonomous learning.
Val d'Arly, Flumet, 73590 Saint-Nicolas-la-Chapelle, France
The Essentials
SEK International School Les Alpes has instruction in English.
Location
Flumet, Saint Nicolas la Chapelle, Val d'Arly, Flumet 73590, France
Stages
Year 1 MYP (Year 6 Primary) to Year 5 MYP (Year 4 Secondary), exclusive to SEK students
Type
International school with a limited-capacity boarding residence
Country affiliation
France
Fees
Annual tuition at SEK International School Les Alpes ranges from EUR 4,490 to EUR 6,450 for 2026/27.
Application fees - No separate application or registration fee is listed for participation in the SEK-Les Alpes six-week programme.
Tuition fees by year group (per six-week stay) - Year 6 of Primary (MYP 1): EUR 6,887 (discounted price for the 1st cohort: EUR 6,198). Reservation deposit: EUR 1,000 (to be deducted from the final invoice). - Year 1 ESO (MYP 2): EUR 6,887 (discounted price for the 1st cohort: EUR 6,198). Reservation deposit: EUR 1,000 (to be deducted from the final invoice). - Year 2 ESO (MYP 3): EUR 6,887 (discounted price for the 1st cohort: EUR 6,198). Reservation deposit: EUR 1,000 (to be deducted from the final invoice). - Year 3 ESO (MYP 4): EUR 6,887 (discounted price for the 1st cohort: EUR 6,198). Reservation deposit: EUR 1,000 (to be deducted from the final invoice). - Year 4 ESO (MYP 5): EUR 6,887 (discounted price for the 1st cohort: EUR 6,198). Reservation deposit: EUR 1,000 (to be deducted from the final invoice).
Billing schedule and payment terms - A reservation deposit of EUR 1,000 is required and will be deducted from the final invoice. During the six-week stay at SEK-Les Alpes, the student's monthly tuition payment at their school of origin will not be charged. Specific invoice dates, final-payment deadlines and instalment options are not specified.
Boarding fees - Boarding (accommodation in the boarding residence with full board) is included in the programme fee for the six-week stay; there is no separate boarding fee stated. The fee also covers laundry service.
Other costs and items included / not included - Included in the programme fee: accommodation with full board, laundry service, transfers to/from airport and school at the beginning and end of the stay, health and accident insurance, sports and cultural activities, visits and curriculum-linked outings, ski lessons with the French Ski School (FFS) and ski pass. - Not included in the programme fee: return flights, personal spending money for incidental expenses, pharmacy payments, and ski equipment rental. No separate uniform charge is listed for the six-week programme.
Refund information - The EUR 1,000 reservation deposit is stated as being deducted from the final invoice. No detailed refund, cancellation or deposit-retention policy is provided in the published fee information.
Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct-debit, etc.) are not listed in the published fee information.
Academics
SEK International School Les Alpes teaches IB (MYP) for students aged 12 to 16.
Curriculum
The programme is harmonised with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP). Each year includes a six-week module, from Year 6 Primary (MYP 1) to Year 4 ESO (MYP 5). Across five years, students spend six weeks each year at SEK-Les Alpes with peers from SEK International Schools worldwide. All courses and activities are in English. Modules are built around transdisciplinary inquiry units to support holistic development.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEK-Les Alpes offers a six-week module each year for Year 6 Primary to Year 4 ESO as part of the SEK programme. This module develops academic and personal competencies while strengthening students' connection with nature and the international SEK community. The programme supports autonomy, independence, self-esteem, resilience, and leadership. It fosters social and emotional relationships and a sense of belonging in natural settings. Progress is monitored through collaborative projects, self-assessments, and ongoing feedback.
Mental Wellbeing
Facilities are designed for well-being and personal development, including common spaces that promote well-being and a culture of respect where each student is accountable for their personal development and academic progress. The Learning Outside-In approach uses mountains and woodlands as learning laboratories, enabling exploration and growth. The programme supports autonomy, confidence, and a sense of belonging as part of the overall educational experience.
Admissions
Admissions
1. The programme is designed for students from Year 6 Primary to Year 4 Secondary, with a maximum of 35 places per edition. All courses and activities are conducted in English. This is your first step to explore the Alpine experience.
2. Confirm the module and dates for the intended year group. The six-week module runs each year, with five consecutive modules across a student's school journey, and the 2025–2026 dates are: Year 4 ESO (MYP5): September 15 – October 26; Year 1 ESO (MYP2): November 3 – December 14; Year 2 ESO (MYP3): January 8 – February 13; Year 3 ESO (MYP4): February 16 – March 26; Year 6 Primary (MYP1): April 13 – May 24. Each year group has a designated six-week slot (up to 35 places per edition) to ensure personalised guidance.
3. Reserve a place by paying the €1,000 reservation deposit (to be deducted from the final invoice). The six-week stay costs €6,887; the discounted price for the first cohort (2025/26) is €6,198. The price includes accommodation at the boarding residence with full board, laundry service, transfers from/to airport, health and accident insurance, sports and cultural activities, visits and outings, and ski lessons with the French Ski School (FFS) and ski pass. The price does not include return flights, personal spending money, pharmacy payments, or ski equipment rental.
4. During the six-week stay, the monthly payment to the home school will not be charged.
FAQs
What is SEK International School Les Alpes?
SEK-Les Alpes is an IB Middle Years Programme campus in the French Alps where SEK students aged 12-16 spend six-week modules each year alongside peers from SEK schools worldwide.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The programme is harmonised with the IB MYP, delivered through six-week transdisciplinary inquiry modules from MYP 1 to MYP 5.
Where is the school located?
SEK-Les Alpes is in Flumet, Saint Nicolas la Chapelle, Val d'Arly, 73590 France, in the French Alps near Albertville and Megeve at about 1,000m altitude.
What are the fees?
Each six-week module costs approximately EUR 6,188 to EUR 6,887. A EUR 1,000 reservation deposit is required, deducted from the final invoice.
Is boarding included?
Yes. The fee covers accommodation in the boarding residence with full board, laundry service, airport transfers, health and accident insurance, and sports and cultural activities.
What is the Learning Outside-In approach?
This approach uses mountains and woodlands as learning environments, extending education beyond traditional classrooms into the natural alpine setting.
How many students can attend?
Each six-week edition has a maximum of 35 places, ensuring an intimate and personalised learning experience.
What skills does the programme develop?
The programme builds autonomy, independence, self-esteem, resilience, and leadership through experiential learning and collaborative projects.
Is the programme open to external students?
No. The programme is exclusive to students from SEK International Schools worldwide.
When did the programme start?
The current six-week modular programme launched in 2025, though the SEK-Les Alpes campus was originally inaugurated in 1990.
