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Chemin de Clamogne 8, 1170 Aubonne, Vaud, Switzerland. The campus is nestled between Lake Geneva and the Jura Mountains. It is a day school.
Ages 2-18
Day school
40 nationalities represented
Foundation 1 to Year 6: registration ends at 8:30; the school day ends at 15:05, with Extended French until 16:05. Secondary (Year 7 to DP2): 8:10–15:50 daily. School bus transport operates with a regular schedule: buses arrive at 8:05 in the morning; EYFS/Primary depart at 15:05 and all students depart at 16:10. A late bus runs at 17:20 for students participating in ECAs, subject to minimum numbers.
Regular Bus Service: Students are registered for the school bus service; exact times and bus stop locations are provided before the start of each academic year. Buses arrive at school at 8:05 in the morning, depart at 15:05 (EYFS and Primary) and 16:10 (all students). One-off, short-term, and late bus travel can be arranged; contact transport@lcis.ch for ad hoc trips and late bookings; there is also a late bus at 17:20 for ECAs (subject to minimum passenger numbers).
The school has an official school uniform. Uniforms must be purchased from Trutex, the official uniform supplier. Online ordering is available, with deliveries to home within 3-5 working days or to the school, and non-compliance can result in a student being asked to change.
Fresh meals are cooked on site daily. A vegetarian option is available at every lunch, and meals include a salad bar and fresh fruit; ingredients are sourced locally where possible.
The school uses a four-house system: Montreux (Red), Rhône (Blue), Simplon (Green), and Savoie (Yellow). Students are allocated to a House on joining, siblings are placed in the same House, and House points are awarded via Class Dojo to encourage achievement, community, and leadership.
The school is part of Nord Anglia Education.
Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for ages 3-5, with specialist language lessons for beginners and native French speakers from Foundation 1. In Primary, IPC is followed with English and Maths guided by the English National Curriculum, and French options range from beginner to bilingual. The IPC covers Geography, History, Science, Art, Technology, PE and Computing, and promotes eight Personal Learning Goals (Adaptable, Communicator, Collaborator, Empathetic, Ethical, Resilient, Respectful, Thinker). Lower Secondary (11-14) prepares students for IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, with language study in English, French and German or Spanish, and a strong PSHE and service program. The IGCSE (14-16) is taught alongside a key IB element (Theory of Knowledge) and includes Outdoor Education and PSHE. The IB Diploma Programme (16-18) is offered with six subjects and the DP core (ToK, CAS, EE), with bilingual options and pathways to top universities.
LCIS's IB Diploma Programme achieved a 100% pass rate for the 2021–22 cohort, with a highest score of 41 and an average of 35 points (well above the global average of 31.9). Thirty-two percent of students scored 38 points or more, and 18% earned bilingual diplomas. Graduates have gained admission to universities including MIT, McGill University, University of Toronto, Bristol University, Edinburgh University, King's College London, Leiden, and École hôtelière de Lausanne.
Recent graduates attend MIT, McGill University, University of Toronto, Bristol University, Edinburgh University, King's College London, Leiden, and École hôtelière de Lausanne.
The Exhibitioner Award is offered to encourage students to grow and thrive in interests outside the curriculum. There are 80+ extracurricular clubs offering opportunities to broaden talents.
The school provides a holistic pastoral framework as part of its community, emphasising well‑being and personal growth within an international setting.
The page does not specify SEN services or specialist provisions beyond a general personalised learning approach.
The page does not specify EAL programs beyond a general international context.
Pastoral care and a supportive school community are highlighted as part of LCIS's approach to student growth and well‑being.
The page outlines a safety‑conscious community within a Nord Anglia Education context, but does not list specific safeguarding policies.
LCIS accepts applicants all year round; it is academically ambitious and non-selective, offering places to students in Switzerland and those living abroad. Some children may need English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, which LCIS provides at the appropriate level. A place is offered after the application and prior school reports are reviewed, and enrolment depends on year-group availability. The process begins with an enquiry or a school tour (in Switzerland or via a virtual discovery meeting). Applicants submit an online application; the Admissions team reviews documents and responds within 24 hours (excluding weekends). If LCIS determines a good match and space exists, a placement offer is made. You can book a visit or join a virtual discovery meeting to learn more. There is a Virtual Open Day on 26 March 2026, 12:30–13:15 via Teams.
Blonay, Vaud, Switzerland; Chemin de Chantemerle 7, 1807 Blonay; overlooking Lake Geneva; close to Vevey, Montreux, Fribourg, Lausanne and Geneva.
Swiss pathway with Primary School, Secondary School and High School (Swiss Matura); Cambridge International pathway offering IGCSE and A Levels in English, with an English immersion option; study abroad and French immersion programmes.
Private international boarding and day school in Switzerland.
60% Swiss; welcomes Swiss and international students aged 6 to 18.
Intensive French integration programme for international students new to French.
Switzerland
Chantemerle offers both boarding and day options. Boarding is available for 5-day or 7-day residents. The boarding capacity accommodates up to 60 boarding students, with day students also enrolled locally. The school is located in Blonay, Switzerland.
A home-style kitchen provides balanced, homemade meals using fresh, seasonal ingredients and locally sourced produce where possible.
The school is privately owned and independent. It was founded and run by the Wegmüller family since 1966.
Swiss pathway (French-language) covers primary through high school and prepares students for the Swiss Matura Diploma and the French Baccalaureate. International students can join a French immersion programme and pursue the bilingual version (French–English) of the Matura. The Matura is taught primarily in French; non-French-speaking students join a French integration programme to access the Matura. An effective, structured teaching approach features small classes, three-week concept blocks, daily supervised homework, and regular assessments, with excellent results in national and cantonal examinations. Earning the Matura grants direct access to Swiss universities, including automatic admission to public Swiss universities. Cambridge International pathway provides an English-language curriculum for ages 11 to 18, offering Cambridge IGCSE and A-Levels, with an option to join for one semester or one year as an English-immersion programme; Cambridge qualifications are internationally recognized and support university admission worldwide.
Small classes with personalized teaching; total capacity is 100 students (45 boarding, 55 day).
Excellent results in national and cantonal examinations; high success rates in national and federal examinations.
The Swiss Matura Diploma provides direct access to Swiss universities, including automatic admission to public Swiss universities. The Cambridge International pathway offers internationally recognized qualifications (IGCSE and A-Levels) that lead to university admission worldwide; A-Levels are commonly used for university entry, including in the US via AP equivalence.
Small class sizes enable personalized attention and support; Chantemerle runs a School of Life programme that covers responsible citizenship and personal development, and it promotes balanced living and a culture of effort.
Personalized support hours are offered to students with learning difficulties (dys-, ADHD, HP).
International students integrate through French immersion in the primary programme; the Swiss pathway is taught primarily in French but accessible to non-French speakers via intensive French integration; the Cambridge International pathway offers an English-language programme with an English immersion option.
Wellbeing is supported through nature-based learning and activities, the presence of an on-site school nurse, and digital education and screen time management policies.
The environment includes boarding and day provisions with on-site nursing support, structured routines and supervision, and policies to manage digital engagement and screen time.
Admission to Chantemerle is a 3-step process: 1. Pre-enrolment via the online form; 2) For the school year and study abroad applications, a visit to the school or a telephone/Zoom interview to understand your child's needs, motivations and family expectations, and to present the school and its programmes; the main admission criteria are personal motivation and the student's ability to adapt to the conditions and rules of community life at Chantemerle; 3) Confirmation of enrolment is sent once the enrolment has been validated. The school also notes that the initial payment guarantees the reservation of the student's place and covers the admission fee, with CHF 1,600 (CHF 1,000 for immersion, CHF 500 for holiday camps) applied; this amount is non-refundable. Deposits for personal expenses and options are invoiced separately (insurance, private lessons, study trips, etc.).
Scholarships are available upon request; cost simulations and flexible payment plans are offered.
Located in Montreux, Vaud, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva and framed by the Swiss Alps. The campus is close to the town of Montreux. Address: Chemin de Saint-Georges 19, 1815 Montreux.
Early Learning School for ages 18 months to 3 years; Primary School follows the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum from Year 1; Secondary School offers IGCSE in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12–13. Boarding is available for students.
Day and boarding international school.
Pupils represent more than 60 nationalities; the community is international in character.
Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) are supported through the Learning Centre, with an Admissions Policy for Learning Centre provisions.
Non-denominational.
Opening hours 8:00–18:00 with options: half day 8:00–12:00; half day with a nap 8:00–14:00; afternoon half day 13:45–18:00; full day 8:00–18:00.
Reliable bus service with pick-up/drop-off points arranged by demand; current routes cover areas around Chatel-Saint-Denis, Lausanne, Le Châble/Verbier, Noville and Vevey.
Boarding is available with weekly and full options. International boarding provides around-the-clock care with dedicated and experienced boarding staff. Boarding emphasizes wellbeing, self-esteem and confidence, and fosters global citizenship within an international community.
Uniform package is required; basic package costs 300–545 CHF.
Meals are included.
The school is a member of Inspired Education, a global education group with 110+ schools across six continents. Inspired focuses on three pillars: Academics, Performing & Creative Arts, and Sport.
The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum up to IGCSE and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Cambridge International runs from Pre-school through Junior School to Years 10–11 (IGCSE), after which students progress to the IB Diploma Programme in the High School (ages 16–19). The IB is delivered in English, with a choice between an English route and a bilingual English/French route, and language acquisition support for beginners; the IGCSE pathway provides a broad, balanced curriculum and supports a smooth transition to the IB.
Small class sizes and a low pupil-to-teacher ratio.
IB Diploma results are strong: the average score was 35.5, the highest score was 45, and 40% of students earned bilingual diplomas (2024 results).
A University Guidance Counsellor assists with the university application process, deadlines, admissions testing, letters of recommendation, and transcripts. There is an on-campus University Fair with representatives from over 60 universities. Around one in three Inspired pupils progresses to Russell Group and Ivy League universities, with specialised support from in-house university staff and exclusive partnerships with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door; Swiss destinations include EPFL, UNIL and EHL.
Enrichment is prioritised for learners to support advanced study and broader academic development.
The happiness and wellbeing of pupils are at the heart of everything the school does. A dedicated Vice Principal for Wellbeing oversees the support systems that ensure pupils flourish. Class Tutors in the Junior School and Form Tutors in Years 6 to 13 have immediate responsibility for pupils' wellbeing and progress, with regular catch-ups to discuss and resolve problems. The school fosters a collaborative community through the St. George's Parent Community, which runs events to strengthen home–school links and pupil development.
Pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) have access to Learning Centre support as part of the school's inclusive provision. The Admissions process collects medical and psychological information to enable assessment and appropriate provision. The Learning Centre Admissions Policy governs access to support; depending on need, pupils may receive Curricular Support (Levels 1–3) and related options, with additional fees where applicable. English Language Support and integration considerations may be part of this process. Assessments may identify needs after arrival or over time to tailor provision.
The school provides an English Language Acquisition Programme (ELAP) and Integration Support for pupils who do not yet have language skills to access the academic curriculum. The Learning Centre offers language and study support to help pupils engage with lessons and integrate socially. Admissions require relevant medical or psychological reports to inform provision. Where needed, language and curricular support is allocated with associated fees as part of the learning plan. Support is designed to enable access to the international curriculum and successful integration.
The wellbeing of pupils is central to the school's ethos. A dedicated Vice Principal for Wellbeing oversees the support systems that ensure pupils flourish. Class Tutors in the Junior School and Form Tutors in Years 6 to 13 monitor wellbeing and progress, with regular catch-ups to discuss concerns. The school promotes strong home–school partnerships through the St. George's Parent Community and school events that support pupils' social and emotional development. This approach includes opportunities for drama, sport, arts and community activities that foster confidence and resilience.
St. George's International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. There is a Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Safeguarding Officer who work with staff, parents and pupils and with local authorities to ensure child protection policies are followed on campus and off-site.
1. Registration: To begin your application, click Enquire Now to complete an Enquiry form. The admissions portal guides you through the application process and prompts you to upload documentation in support of the application. Required documents include a copy of ID or passport, the previous two years of academic records in English for Year 1 or higher, immunisation records, and a passport photograph. Finally, the Academic Dean or Headteacher of your child's current school must complete the Academic Recommendation Form.
2. Visit the School: After the application is completed, each prospective pupil is invited to meet with the Principal and the admissions team for a visit. During the visit, the pupil and their family will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about St. George's International School. If relocation from abroad makes a visit impossible, a video call interview can be held.
3. Assessment: Applicants will be invited to sit entrance assessments, which are usually taken online. The assessments form part of the application evaluation. The final decision is made after all steps are completed as part of the admissions process.
4. Final Decision: The admissions committee reviews all applications once they are completed and a decision is made. If a place is offered, you will receive an acceptance letter, an enrolment enrolment agreement, and an invoice for the admission fee.
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Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland (Chemin de Curnaux 32, 1885 Villars, Switzerland)
Ages 3 to 13
Private international junior boarding school offering boarding and day pupil options
Pupils from more than twenty nationalities
Pastoral care is provided to support students' well-being and development
Switzerland
Bus shuttle service is available with morning and afternoon stops at Villars Train Station and Grand Pont; schedules are provided in admission materials
A Junior Boarding School for ages 3 to 13. Boarders live in chalet-style accommodation in small groups with dedicated house parents. Préfleuri offers full boarding and flexi-boarding (one night, weekends, or longer) as part of the boarder community. The environment is family-style and bilingual, with a 1:3 teacher-to-student ratio mentioned and a diverse community of about 20 nationalities.
Mealtimes feature balanced and varied menus with traditional, European, and home cooking. Students taste Swiss specialties such as fondue and raclette, complemented by themed buffet feasts.
Boarders live in small groups in warm, cosy chalets with house parents ensuring security, belonging, and personal space for each child (rooms accommodate up to four children). After school, boarders are encouraged to speak French in daily life as part of a language-friendly environment.
Préfleuri was founded in 1948 by Willam and Lucienne Bonzon, originally creating a children's home; it has since evolved into a family-style bilingual boarding school.
Préfleuri International Alpine School offers a bilingual English–French curriculum for children aged 3 to 13. The Early Years programme (3–5) follows UK Curricula from Nursery to Reception and French Curricula from Petite Section to Grande Section. The British Section (5–13) follows the official UK programme from KS1/KS2 to Year 7. The French Section (5–13) follows the official French teaching programme from CP to 5ème. The solid academic education is based on the French and British national curricula with small class sizes and a focus on individual attention. The teaching programme is structured to guarantee entrance to top secondary schools worldwide.
Small class sizes. Individual attention is prioritized.
The teaching programme guarantees entrance to top secondary schools worldwide.
The school fosters a warm international community and positive habits essential to student success. It guides, challenges and inspires students to flourish into confident, happy, compassionate, and motivated individuals. The school serves ages 3 to 13 with bilingualism and a 1:3 teacher–student ratio. A warm international community emphasizes internationalism and diversity, helping students become responsible global citizens. Self-esteem and autonomy are developed through small classes, daily conversations, and homework support, with students guided to become independent and self-motivated learners. A virtue programme teaches life skills and promotes a growth mindset, including weekly assemblies that recognize the virtue of the week.
The school provides bilingual English–French instruction; learning English and French is assured; the bilingual program follows official British and French curricula.
Wellbeing is promoted through healthy habits from an early age.
Préfleuri welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 13 from all over the world as boarders or day pupils for the academic year or for sports and study holidays. The school is located in Switzerland on a sunny alpine plateau, 2 km from the ski resort of Villars-sur-Ollon and near Lake Geneva. An online application is available, and paper application forms can be downloaded as well. Start the process online or by downloading the paper application.
Complete the form. Documents to provide include a valid passport for at least 2 years; photocopies of the parents' passports; school reports from the two previous years; a letter of reference from a teacher or principal of the current school; and two coloured passport-sized photographs.
Interview with the headmistress. A personal interview with the headmistress at Préfleuri will be conducted before every definitive admission. This interview assesses the fit for the school and the family.
Confirmation of admission. After the personal interview you will receive the acceptance of admission.
Registration fees. The registration will become complete upon receipt of a non-refundable pre-payment of 500 CHF for day students or 1,500 CHF for boarding students.
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Lausanne, Switzerland. The school is in the centre of Lausanne in an exclusive residential area, set in parkland with views of the lake and close to forests. Lausanne is in the French-speaking part of Switzerland and is about 40 minutes by train from Geneva International Airport. The campus is easily reached by metro and bus and is located at Avenue Charles-Secrétan 16, 1005 Lausanne.
Grades 8–12. The school welcomes students into Grades 8–12, with 8th–10th Grade programmes leading to British IGCSE and English-language instruction, and 11th–12th Grades offering British A Levels or a High School Diploma.
Co-educational day and boarding school.
EAL (English as an Additional Language) support is available.
Switzerland.
The Brillantmont school day for boarding students starts at 07:00 with wake-up, breakfast and room care, then classes from 08:15. The day includes a lunch break at 11:55–12:45, classes finish at 16:00, after-school activities 16:00–18:30 and scheduled study time; evenings include boarding activities and further study before lights-out.
A school bus service is available for day students.
All boarding accommodation is on campus in five on-site buildings, with a secure access system. Boys and girls live in separate houses organized by age, and a member of the boarding team lives on each floor. Most students share a twin room with someone from another nationality, and younger students may be in triple occupancy.
Meals are served in the dining room with a warm meal and a balanced meat-based or vegetarian menu. The majority of day students eat lunch at Brillantmont.
Every student belongs to one of five houses: Anker, Piccard, Rousseau, Chaplin, Einstein. The houses meet weekly for team-building and inter-house events, fostering belonging and leadership.
Brillantmont is family-owned and run by the same family since 1882 and is not part of a larger group.
Middle School runs 7th-8th Grade for international students aged 12-14 and covers a broad range of subjects, with English language support as needed. High School runs 9th-12th Grade with personalised timetables to develop each student's strengths and interests. Brillantmont offers British IGCSE/AS/A Level examinations (Cambridge) along with American PSAT, SAT tests and IELTS; 7th-10th Grade courses also provide preparation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). Post High School 13th Grade Programme is available for a final European year tailored to the student's university plans. All teaching is in English, with English support available, and all students follow classes in French, the host language; French is encouraged and taught up to at least the end of 10th Grade. The school emphasizes intercultural understanding, small classes, and preparation for international university admissions.
Staff ratio is 5:1.
100% of graduates continue to higher education worldwide. A Guidance Counsellor starts working with students from 10th Grade to explore options and prepare university applications. University fairs and Open Days are held, and universities from around the world regularly visit Brillantmont to present to prospective students.
Intercultural understanding is central to Brillantmont's way of life. Students come from around 30 cultures and live together, learning from each other about different cultures and experiences. The climate emphasizes mutual respect and openness to others. In addition to classroom learning, Brillantmont offers opportunities such as Community Service, Model United Nations, TEDx, excursions and class trips to broaden horizons and foster global citizenship.
All teaching is in English, with English support available if needed. All students follow classes in French, the host language.
Health and well-being are valued as important to achieving personal happiness and success.
All Brillantmont staff have undertaken safeguarding certification courses and there is a clearly defined safeguarding policy. The school complies with Swiss Federal and Cantonal laws pertaining to child protection. Brillantmont adheres to safeguarding policies and the Council of International Schools' code of conduct.
1. Pre-registration creates an Admissions Portal profile by submitting the Pre-Registration Form. After submission, a password is issued to log into the Admissions Portal with your email. In the portal you provide information about your family and upload documents such as school reports, your passport, and medical information. Have these documents ready to speed up the process.
2. An Admissions test in Maths and English is sent for all grades; additional tests may be required for Grade 11 or Grade 13. The tests help assess academic fit for the programme. You will receive instructions on how to complete the tests as part of the application process.
3. A date for a Zoom interview or an on-campus interview is scheduled. The interview provides an opportunity to discuss your child's interests and the academic programme. Staff may request further information or clarification during the interview. The interview can be conducted remotely if travel is difficult.
4. You will be asked to pay the registration fee, which is non-refundable. A student ID number is provided to effect the payment via the online secure platform. Payment completes a key step in processing the application and initiates formal review. The registration fee covers the administrative handling of the file.
5. The completed admissions file is reviewed by the Head of Admissions and the decision is communicated in writing as one of: Acceptance, Waiting list, or Refused. The review considers academic records, test results, and the interview.
6. If accepted, Brillantmont sends an Offer of Admission and an Acceptance Form. The family signs and returns the Acceptance Form, typically within 10 days. The process signals the commitment to enroll and begins the next enrollment steps.
7. The family signs the Acceptance Form and returns it within 10 days and pays the Admission Deposit within 10 days to secure the place. The Admission Deposit secures the student's place and is refunded at the end of the student's stay. The admission is not final until the Admission Deposit is received.
8. What's next? On receipt of the Admissions Deposit, the admission is confirmed and the student becomes part of the Brillantmont community. A meeting with the Head of Academics may be arranged to discuss the academic programme. A buddy will be connected to the student a few weeks prior to arrival. Visa arrangements apply: non-EU students staying longer than 3 months may require a visa, which can take up to 12 weeks; the family is responsible for obtaining the entry visa. Brillantmont will apply for a student residency permit (B Permit) once the student arrives in Switzerland.
Waitlist: After the admissions review, a decision may place the candidate on the Waiting list. The written outcome will specify whether the candidate is accepted, placed on the Waiting list, or refused. If on the Waiting list, the school will contact you if a place becomes available, or a final decision will be issued.
Located in the alpine village of Chesières (Chesières-Villars), Vaud, Switzerland. The campus address is Avenue Centrale 61, 1885 Chesières. The Villars English Church sits in the village nearby, reflecting the local community.
Discovery Years (Years 5-9); Exploration Years (Years 10-11); Inspiration Years (Years 12-13).
The school is a private, co-educational international boarding school.
65 nationalities represented.
Ten boarding houses in total: La Baita and La Casa for juniors (ages 7-13); Clairmont, Exeter, Le Cerf and Le Trient for senior girls; Alpina, Belvedere, Delaware and St Louis for senior boys. The boarding population is 85%.
The uniform is organized into No. 1 (formal dress) and No. 2 (everyday working dress), with a Years 12-13 dress code; there are also sections for PE & Sport, Expeditions & Skiing, and Other.
Most meals are taken in the School Restaurant with world, traditional and vegetarian options; Mondays are vegetarian for the whole school. Breakfast is available in the School Restaurant or in boarding houses; lunches are served in two sittings in the School Restaurant and dinners are served in the Restaurant by house groups. House meals are also common with weekly deliveries or meals prepared by students on Sundays.
Junior Houses: La Baita and La Casa; Senior Girls: Clairmont, Exeter, Le Cerf, Le Trient; Senior Boys: Alpina, Belvedere, Delaware, St Louis.
The school is wholly owned and overseen by the Aiglon College Association (ACA), a not-for-profit association. Aiglon operates under the legal name Aiglon College Services SA (ACSSA), which is fully owned by the ACA. The ACSSA Board runs the school and reports to the ACA, and the ACA governs the association and its donations, reinvesting all profits back into the school.
Discovery Years (Years 5-9) connect academic study with expeditions, the arts and personal reflection under guiding questions to foster student growth. Exploration Years (Years 10-11) offer two tracks: Cambridge IGCSE and a bespoke Pre-IB Programme designed to prepare students for the IB Diploma. Inspiration Years (Years 12-13) deliver the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. English is the language of instruction, with targeted English as an Additional Language (EAL) support to enable access to the curriculum. Alongside the IB, graduates receive a fully accredited High School Diploma.
5:1 student-teacher ratio; classes average 12 students.
Graduates receive a fully accredited High School Diploma alongside the IB, enabling entry to universities worldwide.
Personal, social, health and emotional education is integrated into the Discovery Years curriculum. Topics cover contemporary issues to support real-world development. Year 7 reflects on identity and ethics and explores digital safety; Year 8 considers personal culture and world religions; Year 9 studies the systems that influence behaviour and ethics. The programme fosters critical thinking, reflection and global citizenship, with staff across houses and curricular programmes supporting students' wellbeing. The approach emphasises holistic development and supportive relationships.
The Learning Support Department provides specialist teaching to support students with a variety of learning difficulties, through individualised intervention and personalised target setting. A team of qualified teachers works one-to-one with students and alongside staff to maximise potential and enable success.
An expert English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme enables students from around the world to access the curriculum. Students benefit from immersion in an English-speaking community and ongoing support, with one-to-one and classroom assistance available.
The health and wellbeing provision includes an in-house team with specialists in mental health support. Mindfulness practices and wellbeing initiatives run across campus, with access to mindfulness practitioners, art therapists and nutritionists as needed. Preventative care and personal development are central to the wellbeing strategy.
Professional safeguarding and wellbeing teams operate to guide policies and priorities for student protection. Staff collaborate across houses and curricular programmes to promote healthy sleep habits and overall wellbeing. A documented safeguarding policy framework exists and is regularly reviewed.
Admissions at Aiglon College are selective but untraditional. Applicants are evaluated on alignment with Guiding Principles—challenge, respect, responsibility, diversity, and service—and on whether they could access the rigorous, experiential curriculum, thrive in the mountain environment, and flourish in the international boarding community. Applications are accepted up to one year before arrival, and early applications are strongly encouraged. The admissions process follows these steps: Enquire, Visit, Apply, Interview & Assess, and Enrolment Decision. Enquire involves submitting a short inquiry for a member of the team to reach out and discuss family needs and goals. Visit invites families to experience the campus with two options: an Initial Enquiry Visit (about 1 hour 30 minutes) or a Full Admissions Visit (about 3 to 4 hours) that includes admissions assessments and an interview; Year 12 applicants must do a Full Admissions Visit. Apply requires submitting school reports for the last two academic years, two confidential teacher references, a non‑refundable registration fee of CHF 3,000, and a passport scan. Interview & Assess varies by age, with different formats for Years 3–4, 5–11, and 12. Enrolment Decision is made by the Enrolment Committee and communicated monthly with three possible outcomes: Accept, Waiting List, or Decline.
Aiglon offers a small number of fully funded scholarships to students whose families could not otherwise afford an Aiglon education. Since 1991, 134 scholars have been welcomed, with half of current scholars funded by the generosity of parents and alumni. Scholarships are funded through annual giving, endowment, private sponsorship, and reinvested operating expenditures. Aiglon Scholarships cover tuition and the additional costs needed for scholars to engage fully in life at the school, including accommodation, meals, wellbeing programmes, tutoring, on‑site healthcare, ski passes and equipment, expeditions, and cultural programmes, plus costs such as residence tax, permits, laundry, bedding, house equipment, travel insurance, and planned social trips. An extra allowances provides for personal expenses, travel, educational trips, medical expenses, school uniforms, technology needs, and private lessons. Scholarships are merit‑based and means‑tested, overseen by the Scholarship Committee; priority is normally given to applicants entering Year 11 or Year 12, and scholarships remain with the student until graduation pending annual achievement reviews. Arriving students are integrated through a buddy system, welcome meetings, mentorship, houseparent support, tutor and wellbeing support, university advising, and travel assistance. Information Booklet offers full details of the scholarship process. Independent Scholarship Pathway is available via an online application. Applications for Year 11 (US Grade 10) must be at least 15 by September 1, and for Year 12 (US Grade 11) at least 16 and at most 18 by September 1. The process includes online application, school reports, references, and financial information as part of later stages. For inquiries, scholarships@aiglon.ch.
Waiting List occurs when a place cannot be offered immediately; those on the waiting list are reviewed during monthly enrolment assessments, and final decisions are communicated on a monthly cycle.
Main Campus in Rolle, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva; the campus spans a 28-hectare estate with historic houses and extensive sports facilities. The girls' campus is nearby to the boys' campus, and Juniors (ages 8–12) live on the Rolle campus. A Winter Campus operates in Gstaad, in the Bernese Alps.
Ages 8–18; Roséens choose French or English as the main language of instruction and study the majority of subjects in that language.
Private international, 100% boarding, co-educational.
Represented by about 70 nationalities.
The school is a 100% boarding school; all Roseans are boarders; the academic year is shared between two campuses: the Main Campus in Rolle and the Winter Campus in Gstaad.
Dress Code varies by time of day and activity. For formal events, boys wear a navy blazer with a white shirt and tie, grey trousers and black shoes; girls wear a navy blazer with the Rosey brooch, a white uniform dress or blue uniform trousers with a white shirt, plus a white scarf; footwear options include sandals, ballet flats or heels (Class 3). Dinner is formal (shirt, jacket and smart shoes; boys wear a tie); during the Academic Block the dress is neat and correct; the sports uniform is worn for sports and may be required for off-campus competitions.
Breakfast is a large buffet; there is a mid-morning break with hot chocolate; dinner is served at 7:30pm; meals are taken with seats marked by a personal napkin and fixed for the term; meals follow fairly rigid customs; this dining routine applies at both the Rolle and Gstaad campuses.
The Juniors (ages 8–12) live on the main Rolle campus in their own large maison; the girls have their own campus nearby; families of boarding school teachers live in each house.
Le Rosey is governed by the Le Rosey Foundation (Fondation Le Rosey); the foundation operates the school and supports projects and scholarships; the foundation's address is Château du Rosey, 1180 Rolle, Switzerland.
The curriculum is international with a strong emphasis on languages. English and French are the languages of instruction, now combined in a bilingual system. Roséens choose French or English as their main language of instruction and study the majority of subjects in that language; as soon as they are able, they study at least one subject in another language. A fully bilingual programme yields a Le Rosey Bilingual Diploma at the end of the Pre-Bac programme. All students follow the IB diploma or the French baccalauréat.
Average class size is fewer than ten students.
All students proceed to university; over 30% of graduates attend universities ranked in the top 25 worldwide, including Ivy League, MIT, Stanford, Oxbridge and other Russell Group universities.
The Rosey supports student social and emotional wellbeing through a dedicated wellbeing framework. A health and wellbeing team includes five nurses, a health assistant, two qualified counsellors, and two learning-support professionals on campus. Two infirmaries provide medical care on site, with a network of doctors and hospitals in Rolle and Gstaad for additional care. The school runs wellbeing initiatives such as wellbeing ambassadors and wellbeing conferences to share practices with other schools. The Student Committee and a disciplinary council help maintain a respectful community and address bullying, supporting integration for new students. Balanced routines—healthy meals, daily sport, and the winter mountain environment—contribute to overall wellbeing.
Le Rosey does not usually admit pupils with severe learning differences. For those with learning differences that can be supported, teachers, tutors and specialists provide assistance. Two Learning Support Specialists (one also a qualified speech therapist) are on staff to support learners as needed.
The Rosey is a bilingual international boarding school with English and French as the two working languages. Students choose English or French as their main language of instruction and most subjects are studied in that language. French and English classes are provided at varying levels, with additional language classes available, and as soon as they are able, students study at least one subject in another language. Fully bilingual study can lead to a Le Rosey Bilingual Diploma at the end of class 2.
The Rosey supports mental wellbeing through a structured wellbeing framework and a team including two qualified counsellors on campus. A network of mental health professionals is available in close proximity to Rolle and Gstaad. The school hosts wellbeing initiatives such as wellbeing ambassadors conferences to share practices with students. On-campus health services and a balanced lifestyle contribute to students' mental wellbeing.
Le Rosey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All new employees undergo security clearance, including criminal-record checks and a Swiss extract for working with children. The school adheres to high standards of safeguarding in recruitment and personnel practices.
1. Complete the admissions application online and prepare the required documents: a copy of the academic record and a Medical Report completed by your doctor. The dossier is read in detail by three people including the Headmaster and is discussed in weekly admissions meetings by a committee comprising the Director General, Headmaster, and Director of Admissions; decisions are usually made within two weeks of the dossier being completed. 2. For younger applicants (ages 8–12), applications can be submitted throughout the year and decisions are made as soon as the dossier is complete. For candidates in classes 3, 2, and 1 (ages 12 and up), admissions are conducted in rounds with two main sessions in December and February; after January 31, decisions are made on a rolling basis or the dossier may be placed on the Waiting List. 3. A campus visit is encouraged during the admissions process; the vast majority spend a day on campus to interview and meet Roséens; the visit helps families assess fit and observe the school culture. 4. If no place is available at Le Rosey, candidates on the Waiting List may be offered a place later if space becomes available. Le Rosey's Waiting List interacts with Le Régent International School, which may offer places to wait-listed candidates when space or quotas allow, with possible transfer between Rosey and Le Régent under certain conditions. 5. Partial scholarships are available; registration for the 2026/2027 school year runs from September 1 to December 31, 2025; to pursue a partial scholarship, register online and indicate the request, paying a CHF 500 application fee. Scholarships are awarded to three to five students each year, require a substantial contribution to tuition and disclosure of financial information, apply to candidates from class 3 to class 1, and Le Rosey does not award full scholarships.
Le Rosey grants between three and five partial scholarships each year. Registration for the 2026/2027 school year takes place from September 1 to December 31, 2025. Scholarship applications must be made between September 1 and December 31; applications received in January or later are carried over to the following year. Families of scholarship recipients must make a substantial contribution to tuition and non-obligatory expenses and provide financial information; scholarships are available to candidates from class 3 to class 1; full scholarships are not offered.
Dossiers may be placed on the Waiting List when places are full or nationality/language quotas are reached. For classes 3, 2, and 1, decisions are taken at two sessions (early December and mid-February) and then on a rolling basis; if a place becomes available, families are informed and may accept. Le Rosey enforces nationality quotas, and Le Régent International School may offer places to wait-listed candidates if space or quotas allow; wait-listed candidates may transfer to Le Régent under the described conditions.
The school is in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, at Chemin de Préville 3, 1001 Lausanne. It is located in the city centre, between the SBB station and the LEB station, near Place Saint-François and the Flon, making it easily accessible by public transport; drop-off by car is possible. The campus includes a large courtyard with trees and flowers, a vegetable patch, a playground, a terrace and a large year‑round sports field, all housed in a listed Art Deco building dating from 1913.
Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary (Collège). There is one class per level from ages 3 to 15, with bilingual instruction in English and French starting from early years.
Private bilingual school
Individual support is provided to pupils; teaching uses workshops and personalised tutoring, with each student having a dedicated notebook and teachers who tailor instruction to individual needs.
School opens at 8:00; classes run from 8:30 to 16:00. The midday break is compressed to fit a single daily schedule; lunch is prepared on site and there are after‑school activities available.
There is no fixed school bus service; transport is typically via public transport or car pooling. Trips can be organized if there is sufficient demand.
The EBSR kitchen has the Fourchette Verte label, which guarantees well-balanced meals. A French chef cooks all menus on site. Pupils are served on a plate, with salads as starters and a dessert – fruit, dairy products or a small portion of cake. They also receive a snack in the morning and afternoon, which is cut fruit or a small pastry. We adapt to many specific situations and allergies. Children are not allowed to bring their own food to school, either for meals or snacks, to avoid feelings of unfairness and food competition. The only exception is a medical certificate.
The school is a member of Groupe Lemania and AVDEP.
English-French bilingual immersion from the early years. The youngest learners follow a 50-50 language split, with two years of interactive English immersion for francophone children and a transition year. From Year 3 onward, elements of the French curriculum are gradually introduced and the programme becomes fully bilingual with native speakers in both languages. In primary, there is a teacher per subject and language teachers are native speakers; the English component aligns with British programmes while maths uses the Singapore Programme for arithmetic and geometry follows a French programme. The programme continues through Collège, with students able to continue toward Gymnase entrance if they choose.
100% success rate for Gymnase entrance.
All students are prepared for the Gymnase entrance exams (OS Latin/Maths-Physics) and may continue to Matu Suisse, IB, or Bac after Gymnase.
Gifted students are supported through specialised pathways, including preparation for the Euler course (Cours Euler) offered by EPFL and other advanced math opportunities.
The school prioritizes pupil well-being. A happy student has personal development respected and is treated with kindness and consistency. Their interests are stimulated without exceeding their abilities, and their curiosity is nurtured according to their appetite and personality. The school ensures learners approach early stages of learning with confidence and are encouraged and supported by experienced teachers.
Individual support is provided to address diverse aptitudes and learning speeds. Each student has a personal notebook and teaching materials prepared for independent work, enabling pace-based progress. Progress is recorded in notebooks, and targeted workshops help those who need extra attention.
Active bilingual immersion is used. Children are encouraged to speak and interact in English from an early age, and typically join native English classes after about two years while continuing French instruction.
Mental wellbeing is central to the educational approach; pupils are supported to develop confidence, resilience and a positive attitude toward learning, with their personal development guided by kindness and appropriate challenge.
All teachers have first aid training with a focus on children. With parental permission, simple injuries or headaches may be treated; if fever or illness occurs, families are asked to collect their child. The director can be reached at all times for emergencies, and health and safety communications are shared with families.
