École Bilingue de Suisse Romande vs École Riviera

	É École Bilingue de Suisse Romande Lausanne, Switzerland	É École Riviera Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 9,900 - 17,550	Fees / year CHF 9,600 - 20,800
Age range	Age range 3 - 15 years	Age range 0 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum Reggio Emilia Approach, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 190	Pupils 130
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 12
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened 2008	Opened 2002
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location Montreux, Switzerland (centre of Montreux, in the canton of Vaud)
Stages	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.	Stages Nursery (creche La Marelle) through 11th grade (ages 3 months to 16 years); Maternelle, Classe enfantine, Classe primaire, Classe secondaire
School type	School type Private bilingual school	School type Private bilingual day school (French/English)
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
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.	Additional learning support Individualized support tailored to each student's needs
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	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.	School day structure —
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.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details Registration / Application fee - Administrative (registration) fee: CHF 490, billed once and non‑refundable. Payment of this fee secures the pupil's place and must be paid to the school bank account (IBAN: CH38 0076 7000 Z549 8365 4). Tuition fees (annual amounts) and equivalent per‑term / per‑installment figures Note on billing formats used by the school: parents may choose monthly, quarterly (three instalments) or annual billing. Annual payments are eligible for a 2% discount; monthly invoices are issued in 10 instalments (11 instalments for Maternelle/Preschool). Per‑term amounts below use the quarterly option (annual ÷ 3). Per‑month amounts use the stated number of instalments. - Preschool (3–4 years), full time (Mon–Fri 07:30–12:00 / 14:00–16:00): - Annual: CHF 20,800. - Per term (quarterly / three instalments): CHF 6,933.33. - Per instalment if billed monthly in 11 instalments (Maternelle): CHF 1,890.91. - Preschool 2‑days minimum per week (same hours): - Annual: CHF 9,600. - Per term: CHF 3,200. - Per instalment if billed in 11 instalments: CHF 872.73. - Additional half‑day (Preschool): - Morning half‑day (07:30–12:00): CHF 2,800 per year (per term CHF 933.33). - Afternoon half‑day (14:00–16:00): CHF 1,600 per year (per term CHF 533.33). - Year 1–2 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30): - Annual: CHF 16,200. Per term: CHF 5,400. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,620. - Year 3–4 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30): - Annual: CHF 16,900. Per term: CHF 5,633.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,690. - Year 5–6 (full time 08:25–12:15 / 13:15–15:30): - Annual: CHF 17,500. Per term: CHF 5,833.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,750. - Year 7–8 (full time 08:10–12:45 / 13:45–15:30): - Annual: CHF 18,400. Per term: CHF 6,133.33. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,840. - Year 9–11 (full time 08:10–12:45 / 13:45–15:30): - Annual: CHF 18,800. Per term: CHF 6,266.67. Per month (10 instalments): CHF 1,880. Optional / additional annual fees and one‑off charges - Afternoon care (1× per week, 16:00–18:00): CHF 600 per year. - Hot meal and care (1× per week, 12:00–14:00): CHF 600 per year. - Morning care (from Year 1) (1× per week, 07:30–08:25): CHF 200 per year. - Midday meal and supervision (1× per week): CHF 600 per year. - Supervised homework (from Year 3) (1× per week 15:45–17:00): CHF 600 per year. - Wednesday afternoon with meal (38 weeks, 13:00–18:00): CHF 1,800 per year. - School transport (morning and evening, 5 days/week): - Zone 1 (≤ 5 km): CHF 1,300 per year. - Zone 2 (≤ 10 km): CHF 1,900 per year. - Zone 3 (> 10 km): CHF 2,600 per year. - Cambridge exam registration fees (one‑off): PET CHF 190; KET CHF 290; B2 CHF 405. - Per‑use one‑off charges (examples shown): - Wednesday afternoon per session (13:00–18:00): CHF 65. - Morning care per morning (07:30–08:15): CHF 10. - Afternoon care per afternoon (15:40–18:00): CHF 20. - One‑off meal with supervision per meal (11:45–13:45): CHF 20. - Holiday care (Year 1 and 2) per day with meal (07:45–18:00): CHF 100. What is included and what is billed separately - Tuition is billed as an "all‑inclusive" fee: school supplies and compulsory excursions are included in the annual tuition. Parents are, however, required to provide a small list of personal items (examples: apron and slippers for Maternelle; basic stationery and calculator/geometry set for older pupils). - Items billed separately include exam registration fees, clubs and extra support classes, language‑for‑beginners classes, and one‑off options and per‑use services (meals, childcare when used one‑time). Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing options: monthly, quarterly (three instalments) or annual. The chosen invoicing frequency must be indicated on the registration form. Annual payments receive a 2% discount if paid within 30 days of the invoice date. If the annual payment term is not respected, the school may cancel the discount and switch to quarterly invoicing. Late payment reminders: first reminder free; after the second reminder a CHF 50 processing fee is added. Sibling and sponsorship discounts - Sibling discount: 10% discount on the total school fees for two enrolled children; 35% discount for three or more enrolled children. - Sponsorship discount: a family already enrolled who sponsors a new student (named on the registration) and the new family each receive a 10% discount valid for 12 months. Withdrawal and refund rules - The registration/administrative fee (CHF 490) is non‑refundable. Withdrawal rules and charges are applied as follows and must be sent by registered letter (post stamp is evidence): - Withdrawal before 30 March (prior to the school year): no charge. - Withdrawal between 1 April and 30 June: one month of tuition is due. - Withdrawal between 1 July and the first day of school: two months of tuition are due. - Any withdrawal during the school year requires two months' notice to take effect at the end of the current quarterly billing period; deadlines for termly billing are specified (e.g., for the first billing trimester, notice by 31 October for termination effective 31 December). No refund is made for non‑participation in mandatory activities or excursions. Specific expulsion/contract‑termination scenarios carry other invoicing rules as set out in the general terms. Boarding - The school operates as a day school; there is no boarding provision listed among the school's services. Transport is offered as a day‑service option for commuting pupils. Fee payment methods and invoicing details - Bank transfer: invoices and the registration fee are payable to the school bank account (Banque Cantonale Vaudoise, IBAN CH38 0076 7000 Z549 8365 4). Payment is expected by the dates shown on the payment slips. Annual payment must be made within 30 days to qualify for the 2% discount. The school issues invoices and payment slips according to the chosen billing frequency. No explicit public listing of credit‑card acceptance is provided in the school's terms and invoicing documentation. Other practical notes on fees - Mandatory activities (recreational, cultural, sporting outings, ski camp) are covered by the all‑inclusive tuition; there is no refund for non‑participation. Parents remain responsible for personal items (pocket money, picnic, optional sports equipment). Specific optional activities, clubs and exam registration fees are charged in addition to tuition. Late refunds or discounts are governed by the withdrawal and billing rules above.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	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.	Food options Meals are provided through the local catering service, offering balanced daily meals for students and staff, with a daily salad buffet and bread; in winter, soup is offered two days a week and a fruit basket is always available after meals. A vegetarian option, pork-free option, and gluten-free option are available on request at enrollment. For allergy-related dietary needs, a medical certificate is required and a meeting with parents is arranged to discuss how best to meet the needs.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a member of Groupe Lemania and AVDEP.	Governance and ownership École Riviera was founded in 2002 and is located in the centre of Montreux. The school is led by a Director.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details Ecole Riviera is in Montreux and was founded in 2002. It offers bilingual French-English teaching with the benefits of an international education for ages 3 months to 16 years. Progress is tracked rigorously and each pupil receives tailored support. Pre-School is a French-English bilingual program with development across language, numeracy, environment, art and physical development. Infant School uses a 50/50 bilingual program with immersion to support language acquisition. Primary School teaches in French and English, adds German from Year 5, and provides a modern computer room and study trips; Secondary School is bilingual, with the 11th year preparing for the baccalaureate and Cambridge English and Goethe German Examinations.
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Exam results	Exam results 100% success rate for Gymnase entrance.	Exam results 11th Year prepares pupils for the baccalaureate examinations, with a pass rate of 90-100%. Language qualifications are pursued through Cambridge English Examinations and Goethe German Examinations. Regular learning assessments monitor progress in a bilingual curriculum.
Higher education progression	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.	Higher education progression 11th Year is the gateway to baccalaureate and higher education. It prepares students to continue their studies in university and higher education institutions. Language qualifications support progression, including Cambridge English and Goethe German examinations.
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.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	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.	Social & emotional learning École Riviera provides a rounded intellectual, physical, emotional and social education and works with parents and partners to develop the whole child. Pupils are encouraged to develop self‑confidence, independence and personal relationships with family, peers and teachers, and to treat others with respect. The curriculum deliberately supports empathy, responsibility and social skills, including building positive relationships and a secure learning environment where mistakes are seen as learning opportunities. The school emphasises the development of human qualities alongside academic knowledge, and small class sizes help foster harmonious relationships within the school community.
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.	Special educational needs (SEN) Infant School offers individualised teaching and personalised monitoring for every pupil. Primary School provides remedial courses in small groups for mathematics, French and English to support progress and learning needs. The school emphasises targeted support to help pupils progress at their own pace within a bilingual program and broader curriculum.
English as an additional language	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.	English as an additional language A bilingual French‑English programme runs from early years. Pre‑School is French‑English bilingual; Infant School provides 50% of lessons in French and 50% in English; Primary School teaches in French and English with German introduced from Year 5. The Riviera Advantage highlights a bilingual curriculum and German as a third language; Secondary School offers language qualifications and prepares pupils for Cambridge English and Goethe German examinations.
Mental wellbeing	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.	Mental wellbeing The school places well-being at the center of learning through a safe, secure environment and supportive relationships. Values and philosophy emphasise emotional and social development, self‑confidence, respect for others and empathy, and learning themes in the early years include personal, social and emotional development to foster autonomy and enjoyment of learning.
Safeguarding	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.	Safeguarding École Riviera is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. Staff undergo safeguarding and related checks as part of ensuring a safe and secure school environment.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview From age 3, pupils begin the bilingual program. The school provides a secure environment tailored to pupils' needs. Pupils have access to the library, classroom computers, an art and crafts room, a music and theatre room, a school canteen, and a well-equipped playground. All classrooms are equipped with an interactive whiteboard, and older pupils use mobile computing devices.
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities Sports activities take place in external sports halls. The swimming lessons take place at the local swimming pool in Montreux. When the weather is suitable, sports lessons take place on outdoor sports fields. Pupils take the school bus for sports lessons outside of the grounds.
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities The school library is available to pupils. Classroom computers are provided throughout the school. All classrooms are equipped with an interactive whiteboard. Older pupils use mobile computing devices as part of learning.
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers a rich and varied extracurricular program for all pupils from kindergarten to 8th grade. Pupils have opportunities to develop artistic talents, social skills, and physical abilities while enjoying activities organized by qualified teachers in a warm environment. After‑school care, supervised homework, meals, and clubs are optional and can be tailored to each childs interests and family schedules. The program is organized for Kindergarten, Infant class, Primary class, and Secondary class, with clubs available across year groups.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History Founded in 2002, École Riviera is located in the heart of Montreux. It offers bilingual French/English instruction as an alternative to the public Vaud school while combining the benefits of international schooling. Admissions are open to students of all nationalities, cultures and religions throughout the year. Through La Marelle nursery, the kindergarten, and the classes from the 1st to the 11th year, the school provides education from 3 months to 16 years, with age-appropriate supervision at each stage.
Community	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.	Community It serves children from 3 to 16 years old. Riviera Advantage states that the school is dedicated to inspiring individual growth, academic excellence and global citizenship. It integrates international students, offers a bilingual curriculum, and supports an easy transition. German is taught as a third language and the learning approach is Reggio Emilia-inspired. It maintains a safe, secure and intimate family atmosphere, and the small size fosters harmonious relationships between pupils and their families. The faculty are highly qualified to guide balanced development and the curriculum emphasizes life skills, respect and empathy as well as academics.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual An added, varied programme of extra-curricular activities is offered to all students, from Infant School to Year 11. Students have the opportunity and time to develop their intellectual skills through activities organised by qualified teachers. The activities also support students' artistic and social development, enriching learning beyond the classroom. Participation is voluntary and flexible, matching each child's interests and family schedule.
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative Students have opportunities to develop artistic talents through activities organized by qualified teachers. The programme nurtures creativity within a warm and supportive environment. Participation is optional and can be tailored to each child's interests.
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language The Riviera Advantage emphasizes global citizenship. The bilingual curriculum and integration of international students support language development and cultural awareness.
Social & hobbies	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.	Social & hobbies Students have opportunities to develop social skills through activities organized by qualified teachers. The programme fosters collaboration and social engagement through clubs and group activities. Participation in after-school activities is designed to be socially enriching.
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Leadership & professional	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.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision French and English are taught as core languages through a bilingual program from pre-school onward. German is taught in the Y9–Y11 years, with Cambridge English Examinations and Goethe German Examinations prepared. Italian is optional in Y9–Y11. From primary level, language qualifications are available in English and German.
Bilingual teaching	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.	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual French-English teaching across the age range. The Pre-School is a French-English bilingual programme for children aged 3–4. In the Infant School, 50% of lessons are taught in French and 50% in English, with one day in one language and the next day in the other. Language qualifications in English and German are available from primary level, including Cambridge English Examinations and Goethe German Examinations.
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.	Immersion programs Immersion is a key method for language learning at École Riviera. In the Infant School, 50% of lessons are in French and 50% in English, with daily language switching. The Pre-School is a French-English bilingual programme. Immersion is described as one of the keys to success in learning a foreign language.
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