Accreditation and Affiliations
Our school is proud to be part of the prestigious Cambridge International School community, joining thousands of schools worldwide that deliver a rigorous, internationally recognised education. As a Cambridge school, we follow a curriculum that is respected for its academic excellence, strong emphasis on critical thinking, and preparation for global pathways in higher education and beyond. This association reflects our commitment to high standards, international mindedness, and providing students with qualifications that are valued by universities and employers across the world.
In January 2022 ELABasel was awarded Patron’s Accreditation by the Governing Body of COBIS, the Council of British International Schools with a total of ten commendations across 9 different standards. We are the only international school in North-West Switzerland to hold this prestigious award.
Patron’s Accreditation, as a benchmark of excellence in international education, is a rigorous process of school inspection completed by a team of experienced school leaders from other international schools. COBIS accreditation takes place on a continuous five year cycle with the next inspection visit taking place in 2026.
You can read the summary report here. The full report with recommendations for next steps is available to view in the parent portal. More information about COBIS can be found here (external site).
ELABasel is an member of SGIS, the Swiss Group of International Schools.
More information about SGIS can be found here (external site).
ELABasel is licensed to operate as a childcare centre and school by the Canton Basel-Stadt Education Department.
We hold the prestigious Basel-Stadt Secondary School Transition Agreement, which provides our Year 7 pupils the ability to transfer into the Basel-Stadt secondary school system without having to take any formal entrance examinations.
More information about Canton Basel-Stadt can be found here (external site).