Collège Champittet vs École Bilingue de Suisse Romande

	C Collège Champittet Lausanne, Switzerland	É École Bilingue de Suisse Romande Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 12,850 - 104,500	Fees / year CHF 9,900 - 17,550
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 15 years
Type	Type Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 770	Pupils 190
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 16
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1903	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Collège Champittet is located in Pully (Lausanne), Switzerland, on a lakeside campus. It sits on the shore of Lake Geneva, just 200 metres from the lake. The campus is between Lake Geneva and the Alps, offering a scenic Swiss setting.	Location 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.
Stages	Stages Preschool, Primary, and Secondary	Stages 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.
School type	School type The school is a day and boarding international school.	School type Private bilingual school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 120 maximum students; more than 20 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support 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.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure A typical day for boarders starts with a 7:00 am wake-up and breakfast. Students join the school day in the curriculum or diploma pathway of their choice, with supervised study periods in the evenings and after-school activities. Lights out ends the day after a full schedule of learning and activities.	School day structure 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.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details 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.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Admission (application) fee: CHF 2,500 (one‑time, non‑refundable) for the first child. Reduced rates apply for subsequent siblings: 2nd child CHF 2,000; 3rd child CHF 1,500; 4th child CHF 1,000. - Boarding deposit (for boarding students): CHF 10,000 (refundable at the end of the pupil's time at the school provided all financial obligations are met). Day school tuition — annual amounts, components and per‑term breakdown (shown in CHF) Each line shows: Tuition \| Mandatory activities \| Annual total — then term instalments calculated on the standard day‑student billing split (T1 = 40%, T2 = 30%, T3 = 30%). - Preschool (½ day, 5 mornings): Tuition CHF 12,250 · Activities CHF 500 · Annual total CHF 12,750. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 5,100 · T2 CHF 3,825 · T3 CHF 3,825. - Preschool (full day): Tuition CHF 20,350 · Activities CHF 500 · Annual total CHF 20,850. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 8,340 · T2 CHF 6,255 · T3 CHF 6,255. - Grade 1–2: Tuition CHF 23,280 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 24,670. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 9,868 · T2 CHF 7,401 · T3 CHF 7,401. - Grade 3: Tuition CHF 25,060 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 26,450. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,580 · T2 CHF 7,935 · T3 CHF 7,935. - Grade 4–5: Tuition CHF 25,320 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 26,710. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,684 · T2 CHF 8,013 · T3 CHF 8,013. - Grade 6: Tuition CHF 25,970 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 27,360. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,944 · T2 CHF 8,208 · T3 CHF 8,208. - Grade 7: Tuition CHF 25,970 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 27,830. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 11,132 · T2 CHF 8,349 · T3 CHF 8,349. - Grades 8–9–10: Tuition CHF 28,400 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 30,260. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 12,104 · T2 CHF 9,078 · T3 CHF 9,078. - Grade 11: Tuition CHF 30,380 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 32,240. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 12,896 · T2 CHF 9,672 · T3 CHF 9,672. - Grade 12: Tuition CHF 32,120 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 33,980. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 13,592 · T2 CHF 10,194 · T3 CHF 10,194. - Grade 13: Tuition CHF 34,680 · Activities CHF 1,040 · Annual total CHF 35,720. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 14,288 · T2 CHF 10,716 · T3 CHF 10,716. - Grade 14: Tuition CHF 36,900 · Activities CHF 1,360 · Annual total CHF 38,260. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 15,304 · T2 CHF 11,478 · T3 CHF 11,478. Additional mandatory / common supplementary charges - FLE / EAL (French/English language support) supplements: intensive supplement (8 periods/week, 55 min) CHF 10,120; lighter supplement (1 period/week) CHF 910–1,270 (depending on duration). - Diploma/exam fees (Grades 13 & 14): Swiss Maturité CHF 1,200 (Grade 13) / CHF 1,600 (Grade 14); French Baccalauréat CHF 1,200 (13) / CHF 1,900 (14); IB package (including exam fees) CHF 3,160 for Grades 13–14. - Books and school supplies (annual, by year group): Preschool CHF 100; Grades 1–3 CHF 350; Grades 4–11 and FLE CHF 450; Grade 12–14 depending on diploma pathway: Swiss Maturité CHF 150; French Baccalauréat CHF 500; IB CHF 430. A separate digital resource fee (apps and e‑books) of CHF 50 applies for relevant years where provided. Optional and additional fees (examples) - Lunch with supervision 4x/week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri): CHF 3,360 per year. Lunch on Wednesdays (from Grade 7): CHF 840 per year. - Afterschool care (different time slots): examples include CHF 3,520 (to 17:00) and CHF 1,940 (to 18:00). Wednesday care (noon–18:00) CHF 3,360. - Supervised study (Grades 7–14, one day/week, min. 6 pupils): CHF 880 per year. - Private lessons (example rates): One‑to‑one lessons CHF 85–115 per 40/55 min; semi‑private CHF 50–70; group rates from CHF 30–40. Private music/tennis lessons invoiced separately for boarders. - Uniforms: mandatory items (sweatshirt, polos, sportswear). Prices vary by age/size and are charged per item at the school boutique. - For boarders: pocket money, certain optional trips, private lessons and some medical/dental specialist appointments are invoiced separately. Ski jacket may be invoiced separately. Boarding fees and what they include - Full 7‑day boarding (full year): CHF 112,000 per year. This package includes full board and accommodation, tuition, mandatory activities and school trips, limited school/sport uniform items, books and supplies, many boarding extracurricular activities, supervised studies, basic sick/accident insurance and nursing, weekly laundry (one bag), Wi‑Fi and an iPad up to Grade 8, bedding and towels, airport transfer at the start of the year, residency permit assistance, weekend activities and ski outings/camp where specified. Certain items (pocket money, private lessons, optional trips, dental/specialist fees, ski jacket) are invoiced separately. - Weekly (five‑day) boarding (full year): CHF 91,800 per year. The weekly option includes most of the same items as full boarding; some boarding insurance and laundry costs may be invoiced separately as specified. - Boarding billing split: for boarding the standard instalment structure is two payments (1st instalment 70% and 2nd instalment 30%) with the 70% payment due in mid‑June and the 30% due later in the year (see Billing and deadlines). The refundable boarding deposit of CHF 10,000 is payable on enrolment. Billing schedule, instalments and payment terms - Standard day‑student instalments: Annual billing covers 1 September–30 June. Typical instalments are: 1st instalment (40% of the annual total) due 15 June; 2nd instalment (30%) due 30 November; 3rd instalment (30%) due 28 February. Monthly billing (10 monthly instalments) is available on request for day students with a 3% surcharge. For Grade 14 Swiss Maturité there is an alternate schedule: 50% due 15 June and 50% due 30 November. Tuition for students starting mid‑year is billed pro rata from the first day of the month. - Boarding instalments: Boarding instalments are typically split into two payments: 70% due 15 June (covering the first part of the year) and 30% due 30 November. Where monthly or other schedules are agreed, a surcharge or specific terms may apply as stated in the school's billing summary. - Late payment and penalties: Late payments may incur default interest (example: 5% annual default interest on late amounts) and reminder fees; the school reserves the right to suspend or cancel enrolment where fees are unpaid. Withdrawal, cancellation and refund rules - Withdrawal deadlines and charges: For day students, withdrawal up to 30 September (departure end of first trimester = 31 Dec) means T1 remains due. Withdrawal between 1 Oct and 31 Dec (departure end of second trimester = 31 Mar) means T2 is due. Withdrawal after 31 Dec means the full year is due. For re‑enrolment and end‑of‑year resignations there are specified deadlines (e.g. resignation by 31 March — no charge; resignation between 1 Apr and 15 May — one month due; between 16 May and 15 June — two months due; after 15 June — T1 due). For boarding there are analogous deadlines (examples given in the boarding schedule, including that withdrawal before 31 Oct means T1+T2 are due; withdrawal after 31 Oct means the full year is due). Refunds are made by bank transfer to the party that paid the fees unless that payer authorises a third‑party account in writing. In cases of expulsion or forced departure the current trimester and the following trimester remain payable as per the terms. Fee payment methods and banking details - Accepted payment methods: on‑site credit card payments (card processing fees are charged to the payer), Flywire for international payments, and bank transfer to the school's account. Cash payments are not accepted. The school provides IBAN/BIC details for bank transfers and Flywire instructions for overseas payers. Example banking details provided for bank transfer: IBAN CH61 0076 7000 R523 4160 8 · BIC/SWIFT BCVLCH2LXXX · Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. Flywire portal: champittet.flywire.com. Other practical fee items - Sibling discounts: discount on tuition for 3rd child 10%, 4th child 20%, 5th child 50% (applies to tuition). - Invoicing and proof for tax purposes: invoices can be used as proof for tax returns; a specific certificate is available on request (additional fee may apply). Key numerical summary (selected items) - Admission fee (1st child): CHF 2,500 (non‑refundable). - Example day‑student annual totals (selected): Grade 1–2 CHF 24,670; Grade 6 CHF 27,360; Grade 11 CHF 32,240; Grade 14 CHF 38,260. Term splits calculated as T1 = 40%, T2 = 30%, T3 = 30%. - Boarding full‑year: CHF 112,000 (7‑day) and CHF 91,800 (5‑day). Boarding deposit CHF 10,000 refundable. Boarding instalments typically 70% / 30%. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application / Registration deposit - A non‑refundable registration deposit of CHF 1,000 is required to guarantee a place; the deposit must be paid promptly to hold the place and is payable to EBSR SA (bank details and IBAN are provided on the registration form). Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) - Pré‑Enfantines (pre‑Kindergarten, 3–4 years) – half‑day to 12:30 (no meal): CHF 9,900 per year. - Pré‑Enfantines (pre‑Kindergarten, 3–4 years) – day to 14:00 (with meal): CHF 12,200 per year. - Enfantines (Pre‑K to 2E): CHF 16,300 per year. - Primaires (up to 5ème / 5th Grade US / 6th Grade UK): CHF 16,500 per year. - Collège: CHF 17,500 per year. Per‑term breakdown (equal division) - Tuition is normally invoiced before the start of the relevant term or school year; if you require a per‑term figure, an equal division of the annual tuition across the three school terms produces the following indicative per‑term tuition amounts: - Pré‑Enfantines (half‑day to 12:30): CHF 3,300 per term (CHF 9,900 ÷ 3). - Pré‑Enfantines (to 14:00): CHF 4,066.67 per term (CHF 12,200 ÷ 3). - Enfantines: CHF 5,433.33 per term (CHF 16,300 ÷ 3). - Primaires: CHF 5,500 per term (CHF 16,500 ÷ 3). - Collège: CHF 5,833.33 per term (CHF 17,500 ÷ 3). Grand totals (annual cost including school fees, meals, materials, camps and outings) and monthly installment example - Grand total (annual) including tuition, meals, materials, camps and outings (provisional 2025–2026 calculation): - Enfantine (full‑day): CHF 21,080 per year; equivalent monthly payment if spread over 10 months: CHF 2,108 per month. - Enfantine (to 12:30): CHF 14,680 per year; CHF 1,468 per month (10 installments). - Enfantine (to 14:00): CHF 16,980 per year; CHF 1,698 per month (10 installments). - Primaires (total): CHF 21,800 per year; CHF 2,180 per month (10 installments). - Collège (total): CHF 23,170 per year; CHF 2,317 per month (10 installments). Other compulsory or regularly billed costs - Administrative fees: CHF 700 per year. - Annual school materials: Enfantine & Primary CHF 750; Collège CHF 850. These material fees are invoiced with school fees. - Meals (daily, billed annually): lunch for ages 3–11 at CHF 13.00 per school day → CHF 2,340 per year; lunch for ages 12–18 at CHF 14.50 per school day → CHF 2,610 per year; snacks (fruit/biscuits) shown as CHF 2.00 per day → approx. CHF 350 per year. All meal charges are invoiced with school fees. - Camps and trips: winter & summer camps (Enfantine) CHF 640 per year; ski and sailing camps (Primary and Collège) CHF 1,160 per year. These are invoiced with school fees. - After‑school activities: a non‑refundable yearly pass (access to all workshops) is CHF 3,700 (payable in advance). Individual activities are invoiced per term with published term amounts (examples: 6×/week = CHF 1,730 / 1,295 / 1,295 by term; swimming and theatre/circus have separate flat‑rate term billing). Activities billed on a flat‑rate basis are not refundable for absence except on presentation of a medical certificate. - Cambridge exam fees and other external examination fees are not included in tuition and are charged separately. Discounts and special cases - A 20% discount on school fees is applied to the second and third children in the same family for private (unsponsored) families. Billing schedule and payment terms - The registration deposit (CHF 1,000) must be paid within the stated reservation period to guarantee the place; the registration form makes the place conditional on payment of that deposit. The deposit is required before the pupil's arrival. - Tuition and administrative fees must be paid before the start of the courses or the relevant term; otherwise late charges and interest at 1% per month are applied. If tuition for a full year is paid in advance, a 1% discount is applied. Monthly payment plans are available; if spread over 10 months an administrative charge of CHF 10 per month is applied. Meals, material fees and camp charges are invoiced simultaneously with the school fees; regular and incidental activities are invoiced termly and must be paid at the end of each term. All invoicing and payment instructions require payments in Swiss francs. Accepted payment methods and billing details - Payments are required in Swiss francs. Bank transfer (the school provides Banque Cantonale Vaudoise account details and IBAN on the registration documents) is the specified payment method; parents are responsible for any bank charges. The registration form allows specification of the payer (parents, a third party or an expatriate employer). No credit‑card payment method is specified in the registration documents. Boarding / Accommodation - The school operates as a day school with a full‑day programme (hours indicated for the school day) and after‑school activities; no boarding fees or boarding provision is listed. Refunds and resignation rules - Deposit: the CHF 1,000 deposit is normally held as a guarantee and will be retained by the school in the event of cancellation or withdrawal after the deadlines described in the registration contract. The deposit is not returned if the pupil leaves before the end of the school year in which he/she started. The deposit may be retained to cover outstanding fees or damages; unclaimed deposits remaining a year after departure may be used for the school scholarship fund. - Resignation / departure deadlines and charges (contractual): resignations and departures must be announced by the specified dates to avoid additional charges. The registration contract sets the practical deadlines for resignations and the financial implications (examples of the contractual deadlines include: 30 June for withdrawal of new pupils only; 30 September for departure at the end of December; 30 December for departure end of March; 30 March for departure at the end of the school year). If resignation is received after the relevant deadline, the school invoices the fee for the following term as specified in the contract. - Activities and passes: the yearly pass for after‑school workshops is payable in advance and not refundable; flat‑rate activities are not refunded for absence except on presentation of a medical certificate. Exam registration fees and external examination fees are not refundable. Notes on invoicing practice - Administrative and material fees are due for the full year even if a pupil attends only part of the year; fixed fees are not prorated in short‑term admissions. Activity fees are invoiced termly and must be paid at the end of each term. The school reserves the right to modify tariffs annually.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered at the Pully campus. The boarding house provides bright bedrooms, contemporary shared spaces, and access to all facilities.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement A compulsory uniform is worn by all students. The class uniform includes polo shirts (short- and long-sleeve) and a sweatshirt; from Year 4, students wear a sports uniform for PE. Uniforms can be purchased year-round from the school shop.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Lunch is served in three on-site restaurants and cafeterias, offering a tasty, nutritious meal for students.	Food options 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.
House system	House system Champittet has a House System for students from preschool to Grade 8, with four houses—Eagles, Lynx, Wolves and Bears. Students earn tokens for the House Chest and participate in house activities and competitions.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Collège Champittet is part of Nord Anglia Education.	Governance and ownership The school is a member of Groupe Lemania and AVDEP.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Collège Champittet offers bilingual pre-school and primary programmes that combine Swiss, French, and British curricula. Pre-school is taught in English and French, with German introduced from a young age. Primary is bilingual in English and French, with German offered. The secondary curriculum is divided into middle school (Grades 9-10) and high school (Grades 11-14). Students may follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) taught in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité. Languages taught at secondary are French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish.	Curriculum details 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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Teacher-student ratio: 1:8. Average class size: 15.5.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results 100% of students passed the French Baccalaureate in 2025. 93% passed the Swiss Maturité in 2025. The 2025 IBDP score was 32.5, two points above the global average.	Exam results 100% success rate for Gymnase entrance.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University and careers counsellors provide personalised guidance on next steps, including course selection. They organise alumni speakers and university fairs.	Higher education progression 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 and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Gifted students are supported through specialised pathways, including preparation for the Euler course (Cours Euler) offered by EPFL and other advanced math opportunities.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care staff includes a psychologist, a nurse, and a safeguarding team who monitor students' wellbeing and assist them with challenges. A dedicated school counsellor is available for confidential conversations, and a chaplain is on campus offering Catechism courses, Masses, and spiritual retreats. The school's social purpose instills values of respect, ambition, courage, openness, and integrity to prepare students to become global leaders. There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs and opportunities, including collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School, alongside UNICEF, which broaden social and global learning. The Global Campus connects students with an international community for cross-cultural challenges and projects.	Social & emotional learning 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.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) 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.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides a bilingual education in French and English within a fully bilingual environment. Students follow Swiss Maturité, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate pathways as part of this bilingual programme.	English as an additional language 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	Mental wellbeing Boarding health, happiness, and wellbeing are a priority, with expert care on campus and in the boarding houses. A dedicated school counsellor is available for confidential support, and conversations are confidential unless there is a safety concern. A chaplain is on campus to provide spiritual support, including catechism, Masses, and retreats. The school also emphasizes nutrition and physical wellbeing through nutritious meal plans and health guidance.	Mental wellbeing 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.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school maintains a safeguarding and child protection policy. The policy includes checks of the criminal record of every new staff member and, with the State of Vaud, annual checks of all staff. Expatriate staff must present a criminal record after spending more than six months in another country during the last ten years.	Safeguarding 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.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview At our campus in Pully, historical buildings and modern learning spaces blend to create an environment for learning. The lakeside campus sits between Lake Geneva and the Alps, with music rooms, a track, and tennis and basketball courts, plus a pitch for sport. The latest technology powers discovery in classrooms, science labs, and a STEAM space, with two computer suites equipped with interactive EdTech. The campus also features an interactive Forest School and three restaurants, including a contemporary café for the community.	Facilities overview The school is located in the heart of Lausanne and has a large tree-filled and flowering courtyard with a vegetable patch and a playground, a lovely terrace, and a large sports field at the back that can be used all year round. The classrooms occupy the first two floors of a charming, listed Art Deco building, built for Lemania School in 1913. The rooms are bright and sunny, cool in summer and well-equipped without unnecessary luxury. We have chosen solidity and simplicity: most work is done at the desk, but computers and tablets are available for specific tasks, such as individualized work or internet research in science. Interactive whiteboards are used in all classes and on an ad hoc basis, typically in science.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities An Astroturf pitch, athletics track, tennis and basketball courts, and a gym form the core sports facilities. The lakeside setting enables outdoor activity programs including sailing, wakeboarding, and paddleboarding. Students engage in sport and physical activity on these facilities to support wellbeing.	Sports facilities We have a sports field that was fully renovated a few years ago and can now be used all year round, thanks to its artificial turf surface. Shaded by cedar trees, the field has sheds that house our sports equipment. Mont-Repos Swimming Pool is 15 minutes away by foot, and swimming is included in the regular sports classes and also offered as an after-school activity. Lausanne's nearby facilities for athletics and team sports, such as Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin and Stade de Vidy, are used for certain activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities High-tech science labs and a STEAM space host the exclusive collaboration with MIT. The latest technology powers learning in classrooms with software, robotics, and virtual reality equipment. Two computer suites are equipped with interactive EdTech to support learning. An interactive, open-air Forest School provides outdoor learning experiences.	Academic facilities Well-equipped classrooms: The Lemania building we rent was designed as a school from the outset; the rooms are well-proportioned, high-ceilinged, large and bright. Some classrooms retain their classical look while others have been modernised. All classrooms have an interactive whiteboard and a number of desktop or laptop computers; the tables are generally individual to allow for flexible organisation. iPads can be borrowed by teachers for specific projects. Science Laboratory: We share a state-of-the-art, fully equipped science laboratory with the IB section of Lemania School, used by our secondary students for physics and chemistry experiments. Craft workshop: A real woodworking workshop has been set up on the ground floor for STEM classes, where students learn to use a hammer, a saw, a drill and other tools while tackling technological challenges.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities More than 40 extra-curricular clubs, ranging from Taekwondo and circus skills to entrepreneurship and art, are available. The programme includes outdoor adventures such as weekly ski lessons, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Exclusive Nord Anglia Education collaborations with The Juilliard School and MIT provide drama, music, and dance education, and STEAM experiences. Students participate in international expeditions, including projects with the Champittet Foundation in Madagascar, Thailand, and Lebanon, as well as Switzerland. The Forest School offers younger children opportunities to explore nature and develop practical skills.	Extra curricular facilities Extra-curricular activities include ski camps and sailing camps; outings and visits are part of the programme, with exchanges with German students and museum visits.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Collège Champittet was established in 1903 by French Dominican priests as a Catholic boarding school for boys. In 1951, leadership passed to the Canons of Grand-Saint-Bernard. The school became co-educational in 1984, and in 1998 secular entrepreneurs modernised its leadership. The French Baccalaureate was added to the Swiss Maturité in 1999, and the Nyon Campus opened in 2004, increasing the student body. In 2006, a fully bilingual, flexible curriculum was introduced, and in 2009 the college joined Nord Anglia Education, launching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school pioneered education technology in 2012, launched the Forest School programme in 2020, and in 2023 the community celebrated 120 years of learning.	History From a small group of six children in 2008, the school grew quickly. It now has one class per level from 3 to 15 years old and around 190 pupils. The classrooms occupy the first two floors of a listed Art Deco building built for Lemania School in 1913. The school shares a state-of-the-art science laboratory with the IB section of Lemania School.
Community	Community Collège Champittet has a long-standing, international community spanning more than 120 years and includes students, families, and staff. The school emphasizes a truly bilingual, globally minded environment, with testimonials highlighting its international character and language opportunities. It is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, enriching the community through collaboration and shared resources. The Pully Campus is located by Lake Geneva, near Geneva and Zurich by train, and boarding facilities provide a home away from home for students.	Community Kindergarten outings occur about once a month to museums and places of interest. Festivities include Halloween with costumes and trick-or-treating; Christmas carols performed by pupils; Candlemas pancakes; Easter eggs; and Mother's Day surprises. The year ends with a theatre performance by Enfantines and Primaires, preceded by a school barbecue. Twice a year, parents are invited to cheer on their children at sports tournaments; the sailing camp and year-end picnic bring families together.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Collège Champittet offers bilingual pre-school and primary courses that combine Swiss, French, and British curricula. Learning is delivered in English and French, and younger students become dual-language communicators. In secondary, learners study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité.	Academic & intellectual The school offers bilingual programmes in English and French with native-speaking language teachers in each subject. From primary onwards, reading, writing, maths and English are consolidated, and pupils are placed on the pre-gymnasial track from age 11, with two years of Latin and two years of Maths-Physics. The maths curriculum follows the Singapore programme with a workbook-based, individualised approach, and advanced learners can be prepared for the Euler Course. Science is taught with regular experiments and outings, and Philosophy for Children develops reasoning and ethical thinking; study trips to Rome and Vienna broaden academic horizons.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Exclusive Nord Anglia collaborations with world leaders in the performing arts and STEAM engage and inspire. In partnership with The Juilliard School, Champittet offers high-quality drama, music, and dance education. The MIT-based STEAM programme opens students to science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths, promoting teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs, including art and other creative pursuits.	Arts & creative Art is taught by a specialist from the start of primary, covering techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and collage, with annual competitions and after-school art activities. Music & Choir include music history, theory and choir, with a Christmas choir and bilingual performances. Twice-yearly shows, including a bilingual end-of-year theatre production, showcase student creativity. After-school activities include painting, sewing, modelling and other crafts, with opportunities for private music lessons.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Learning is in both French and English from early years, helping students become dual-language communicators. The bilingual environment supports secondary pathways including the IB in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité. Through Nord Anglia Global Campus, students connect with a worldwide community and global challenges.	Cultural & language English is taught in Immersion or Native Level, with progression to higher levels and a focus on reading, writing and grammar in both languages. German begins from 3P with a German-speaking teacher, while Latin starts in 3P as a short workshop and continues through OS Latin for interested students. French Native follows the French curriculum with emphasis on language study, grammar, literature and a dedicated French essay course. The programme includes study trips and exchanges that focus on art, culture and language, such as Rome and Vienna visits on a rotating basis.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs, ranging from Taekwondo and circus skills to entrepreneurship and art. The lakeside and Alpine surroundings enable activities such as weekly ski lessons, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Residential adventures and international expeditions broaden horizons beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies After-school activities catalog includes Music, Chess Club, Swimming, Sewing, Modelling, Painting and more, with private music lessons available. Ski camp and Sailing camp are offered, along with sports days and other outdoor activities to build team spirit. Secondary students participate in supervised homework and a range of clubs (e.g., German Club, Yoga, Theatre) and can join private lessons or after-school workshops. Festivities and social events, including Halloween, Christmas carols, end-of-year theatre, and family gatherings, punctuate the year.
Community & service	Community & service The Collège Champittet Foundation supports community projects in Madagascar, Thailand, Lebanon, and Switzerland, with students planning and delivering initiatives. Students participate in fundraising and project implementation. The school collaborates with UNICEF to explore global issues, take part in debates and international trips, and support awareness of global goals.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Students lead through the Champittet Foundation Committee, Student Council, and class representatives, developing organisational and leadership skills. A Leadership Camp for teens, supported by IMD and EHL, provides hands-on leadership experiences. The Global Campus platform connects learners with peers worldwide, offering challenges such as Minecraft competitions, coding clubs, and maths skill-building games.	Leadership & professional Leadership develops through student roles such as team captains in Sports Games, chosen from final-year students to lead morning and afternoon teams and mentor younger pupils. Older students mentor new pupils during their first days, helping them integrate and learn the school rules. Participation in after-school activities, study trips and group projects provides opportunities to exercise initiative and leadership in diverse settings. The school emphasizes autonomous work, project involvement and responsible participation in school life.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care is provided by a team that includes a psychologist, a nurse, and safeguarding staff. The Forest School programme and outdoor activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and ski trips support physical and mental wellbeing. Specialist spaces for sports, creative activities, and STEAM enrich daily life at the campuses.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school prioritises pupil well-being, emphasizing personalised development, kindness and a supportive learning environment. It promotes a balanced routine with long outdoor breaks, a large playground and free play to foster independence and social skills. Meals are prepared on site by a French chef with a Fourchette Verte label and dietary needs are catered for, including allergy considerations. The program runs from 8:00am to 6:30pm (6:00pm on Fridays) with a varied menu of after-school activities to support wellbeing and both academic and personal growth.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Pre-school is taught in English and French, with notions of German. Primary languages taught are French, English, and German. Secondary languages taught are French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. At secondary, students study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité, with specialist French and English language courses.	Language provision The school teaches in English and French, with British English programmes run alongside the French programmes. Extra school time supports a real bilingual programme and early immersion. From early on, pupils follow British English programmes in addition to the French programmes. In literature, works are studied in both languages at the same time.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Pre-school and Primary are bilingual, taught in English and French; German is introduced in the curriculum.	Bilingual teaching The school provides genuine active bilingualism in English and French. Extra school time supports a real bilingual programme with early immersion. Children begin speaking English within a few months and generally join the native English class after about two years, continuing with British English programmes alongside French. Pupils become fluent in both languages.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The school developed its own pedagogy of early immersion. It places children in English-speaking contexts, encouraging them to speak, sing and play in English to gradually expand vocabulary and sentence complexity. Children typically start speaking English after a few months and join the native English class after about two years. From then on, they follow British English programmes alongside the French programmes.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school accepts applications year-round. In addition to the online application form, applicants must submit supporting documents. An offer of a place is made within two weeks of receiving the application. To accept, sign the admissions letter and pay the admissions deposit. Important dates for 2025–26 include: First day of school: 20 August 2025; Autumn holidays: 11–26 October 2025; Christmas holiday: 20 December 2025 – 4 January 2026; School resumes: 5 January 2026; February holidays: 14–22 February 2026; Easter holidays: 3–19 April 2026; Swiss bank holiday: 14–17 May 2026.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships The Collège Champittet Foundation funds high school and university scholarships for orphan girls in Madagascar.	Scholarships —
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