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Switzerland, Lugano
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Boarding begins in grade six. On-campus dormitories are Monticello (Girls Dorm), Del Sole (Boys Dorm), Scuderia (Boys Dorm), Gianni (Boys Dorm), and Balmelli (Girls Dorm). The High School is predominantly a boarding community, with boarding students living in dormitories that foster a safe, respectful living environment.
Uniforms are required. The standard includes a white or light blue long-sleeve oxford-style shirt, a TASIS tie with crest or striped tie, and a TASIS gray pullover with the crest; shirt accessories are required. Uniform items can be ordered through Unique Uniforms.
Dining services are provided on campus through Convivio (Campus Snack Bar) and a Cafeteria, with meals served in the dining hall typically buffet-style; offerings include beverages, bakery items, sandwiches, pizzas, gelato, and other options.
The school is owned by the non-profit TASIS Foundation.
TASIS The American School in Switzerland is a private, co-educational American international day and boarding school for ages 3–18, located on the Collina d'Oro in Montagnola above Lugano. The school offers the American Diploma, Advanced Placement, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with English as the primary language of instruction and a comprehensive English as an Additional Language program. In Pre-K to Grade 8, students study in parallel English and Italian, and IB languages include English, Italian, German, and Russian, with support for other self-taught languages; bilingual instruction for Grades 1–9 aligns with Cantonal requirements. The campus blends 17th-century heritage with modern, eco-friendly buildings, including the Campo Science Center and multiple libraries; sustainability features include geothermal heating and hydroelectric power. Extracurriculars are extensive: Model UN, Robotics, Drama and Dance, along with Alpine trips and more than 20 sports. IB diploma candidates have posted 97%+ pass rates since 2016, about 50% earn bilingual diplomas, and TASIS supports service through the Opsahl Global Service Program.
