Ecole Nouvelle

An international school located in the French-speaking region of Switzerland, in the heart of Europe, in Lausanne, near the Swiss Alps from Lake Geneva. Located an hour's drive from Geneva airport. It was founded in 1906. The school overlooks Lausanne's medieval cathedral and has access to the city's many sports facilities.

The founder of the school, Eduard Vittoz, believed that quality education is based on assessing the individuality of children, flexible educational programs and the harmonious development of children.

The school has a very high quality of education – highly qualified and competent teachers dedicated to their students. Foreign students are welcome here, even those who do not speak French.

There are over 600 people studying at the school.

Key factors

• Diversity and multilingualism – important principle of the school. This promotes a spirit of openness and intercultural exchange. High school students can choose a bilingual diploma in English and French, which gives access to Swiss and international universities.
• German is introduced from 4th grade, Spanish and Latin are offered from 7th grade onwards. Italian and Spanish languages ​​can be added to the program. For those who are not native speakers of French or English, courses in French or English as a foreign language are offered.
• You can learn Russian.
• Individual approach to education. With over a century of teaching experience, the school allows each child to take a course of study that suits their own needs and interests.
• Holistic development of students. A quality education requires every child to develop self-confidence and a respectful understanding of others. Numerous extra-curricular activities, whether sports, cultural or artistic, contribute to the enrichment of academic and social abilities, as well as critical thinking and creativity.
• Small class sizes and highly qualified teaching staff ensure that every student achieves 100% of their potential.

Equipment

The International Olympic Committee is located in Lausanne. The school is ideally located between Lake Geneva and the Alps and is the starting point for skiing and snowboarding on winter weekends, as well as water sports.

The school has modern sports facilities: a recently renovated well-equipped gym, sports hall, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, football field, athletic track and multi-sports court, tennis court, climbing wall, ping-pong tables, tabletop football, multimedia rooms, library, creative workshops, chemistry and biology laboratories and much more.

The historic residence building is located in the center of a beautiful green space of 2.5 hectares. In the main building, there are residences on three floors where students live. There is a special bus from the residence to the school.

Program

Middleschool (10-13 years old)

Transitional program, from childhood to adolescence. Her goal – optimize the potential of each student thanks to the support of the teaching staff.

• Bilingual learning environment
• Teaching according to the Swiss system with some influence from the French system and additions specific to the school to provide students with the best possible learning environment
• General core program of 13 subjects
• Preparing for the CambridgeEnglish Qualifications
• Introduction to Latin in 7th grade
• Optional courses in Italian and Spanish, learning German
• Monthly reports on student progress

From the age of 14, students choose one of two high school programs: Swiss Maturity or  IB (International Baccalaureate). The first two years – preparation for training according to the program. From the age of 16 – studying one of the two programs.

Swiss Maturity

The two-year program consists of 13 subjects, of which there are 1 main, 1 special and 1 additional subject option  + extended research project of 4000 words. This allows students to prepare for future studies at university level. The Swiss Maturity diploma allows you to gain access to all universities in the world, including Swiss polytechnics, which have an international reputation.

This program is taught only in official national languages: Frenchcom, German or Italian.

InternationalBaccalaureateDiploma (IB)

The International Baccalaureate program is recognized by universities around the world. 6 subjects are studied: 3 at an advanced level and 3 at a standard level. In addition to this, students write an extended essay, take a course in “Theory of Knowledge” and (practical philosophy) and the CAS course ("Creativity, activity and mutual assistance").

Training in English.

One-year immersion program (12-18 years old)

Opportunity to immerse yourself in a French-speaking learning environment for 1 year, while improving your French language skills and learning more about the local culture.

Accommodation

Accommodation in a residence on the school grounds, in a comfortable and family environment. Students live in large, bright double rooms (in single rooms for an additional fee, subject to availability). Only 60 people live in the residence. The rooms' breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the Alps create a unique and inspiring environment. In this comfortable, safe, international environment, students have every opportunity to focus on their studies.

Sport

Physical education is important for the healthy development of a child. The school's sports programs are conducted by international teaching staff. Children take part in numerous competitions with other schools in the region in sports such as:

• Football
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Dodge the ball
• Hockey
• Bouncers
• Swimming
• Badminton
• Cross Country
• Athletics
• Horse riding
• Skiing

On Wednesday afternoons, Saturdays and even during school holidays, the school organizes camps (skiing, windsurfing) and training courses (golf, horse riding) for students to give them as many opportunities as possible for a variety of sports activities.< /p>

Additional activities

The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities that allow students to develop their passions, personality and creativity.

• Drawing and painting
• Textiles
• Self-defense
• Badminton
• Theater lessons
• Creating applications for iOS / Android
• Judo
• Confectionery art
• Young Engineers Program
• Pilates
• Yoga
• Singing and music
• Chorus
• Running
• Judo
• Chess
• Classical, jazz dances, hip-hop
• Scientific experiments
• Creating video games
• Robotics
• Comic book creation and much more

There is a program “Future Entrepreneurs” for children 10-16 years old. For those who have a taste for innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. The emphasis is on introducing simple, practical and indispensable methods and tools for project implementation. The acquired skills will become an essential basis for the professional future of students  and will provide increased motivation through understanding the practical meaning of the subjects taught at school.

Cost, 2023-2024

CHF 66,000 – CHF 74,600 per year (depending on age and program).

Included in price

• Training
• Accommodation and meals
• Laundry
• Events organized by the school on weekends (excluding special trips)

Additional charge

• Registration fee - CHF 1,000
• Deposit - CHF 7,000
• Accommodation in a single room (subject to availability; price on request)
• Some additional activities
• Ski lessons and ski equipment rental
• Air travel
• Transfers to/from/airport
• Visa
• Educational company services