École Montessori Aquilae vs Montessori Rive Gauche

	É École Montessori Aquilae Geneva, Switzerland	M Montessori Rive Gauche Geneva, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 17,000 - 21,000	Fees / year CHF 15,700 - 20,700
Age range	Age range 3 - 12 years	Age range 3 - 12 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum	Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 70	Pupils 110
Typical class size	Typical class size 23	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language French, English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2011
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Geneva, Switzerland. Address: 24, ch. des Tulipiers, 1208 Genève. The school is a bilingual Montessori school for children aged 3 to 12. Hours are Monday–Friday 8:00–18:00; Wednesday 8:00–12:00 with workshops 8:00–16:00.	Location Montessori Rive Gauche is located in Collonge-Bellerive / Vésenaz at 15 Chemin des Gotettes. Five classrooms and administration are spread over four houses in nearly 3,000 m² of wooded grounds. Car access is straightforward with parking for drop-offs, and Bus G stops in front of the school at Petray.
Stages	Stages 3 to 6 years; 6 to 12 years	Stages Mixed-age classrooms for 3-6 y.o., 6-9 y.o., and 9-12 y.o.
School type	School type Bilingual Montessori school for ages 3 to 12	School type Private Montessori school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school is supported by an ASE apprentice and a French-speaking Montessori assistant at different times of the day.	Additional learning support Therapists (psychologist, occupational therapist) are on site to support pupils.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The 3–6 age class runs 8:00–16:00, with after-school care available until 18:00; the school operates four days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday); 3-year-olds may attend half-days 8:00–13:30, and from age 4, full days. Wednesday includes a 8:00–12:00 session and 8:00–16:00 workshops.	School day structure 3-6 years: part-time until 1:30 pm or full-time until 3:30 pm, with lunch at the school; 6-12 years: full-time. After-school activities are available on site (e.g., piano, robotics, woodwork, music, mindfulness).
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus line G stops in front of the school (Petray stop).
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - An enrolment deposit (referred to as an “émolument”) and registration fees are required to place a child on the waiting list and to confirm an enrolment. The school's public information indicates that these payments are part of the admission steps but does not publish fixed amounts for the application or registration fees. Tuition fees by year group (full detail available publicly) - Age range covered: 3 to 12 years (multi-age classes 3–6 and 6–12). - Published tuition indication: CHF 1,700 to CHF 2,100 per month, depending on the child's age and chosen hours. This is the only explicit tuition range published in the school's public information; no further breakdown by specific year group, class (3–6 vs 6–12), or per-term figures is published. Billing schedule and payment terms - The-school-published figure is presented as a monthly amount (CHF per month). Specific billing schedules (for example: billed monthly, per term, or annually), payment due dates, instalment options, discounts, or late-payment penalties are not published in the public information and are set out in the school's Conditions générales et financières. The public admission procedure indicates families receive the conditions générales et financières as part of the enrolment paperwork. Boarding fees (if applicable) - The school operates as a day school with published opening hours (Monday–Friday 08:00–18:00; Wednesday variations for younger pupils) and does not present boarding provision. No boarding fees are applicable. Other costs and fees - After-school / paraschool service: there is a published paraschool/after‑school service up to 18:00 offered for families who wish children to stay after 16:00, with a stated forfait price of CHF 15 per day (snack included) for that service. - School-sponsored workshops and holiday camps are offered; fees for workshops, holiday camps, or additional extracurricular activities are not itemised in the school's public pages and are treated as separate, additional charges. - Uniforms, textbooks, classroom material charges, transport, lunches or incidental fees are not specified in the publicly available information. No fixed amounts for these items are published. Refund information - Refund, cancellation and reimbursement terms (for example, for deposits, registration fees, or term/annual tuition on withdrawal) are defined in the school's Conditions générales et financières; the school's public information indicates these terms are provided as part of the enrolment documents but does not publish a public summary of refund rules. Fee payment options - The public pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.). Payment methods and detailed payment instructions are provided in the Conditions générales et financières and in the enrolment paperwork. Summary statement for database use - Published, specific fee figures available publicly: a monthly tuition range of CHF 1,700–CHF 2,100 (depending on age and hours) and a paraschool fee of CHF 15 per day (snack included). The school requires an enrolment deposit/registration payment to join the waiting list and to confirm enrolment, but exact application/registration amounts, a per-year or per-term tuition table, detailed billing schedule, refund terms, and accepted payment methods are not published on the school's public pages; those items are defined in the school's Conditions générales et financières and the enrolment documents provided to families.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Yearly enrolment fee: CHF 250, payable at enrolment. - Guarantee (security deposit): CHF 4,000, payable at first enrolment; the guarantee is held as security against unpaid fees and is returned, free of interest, at the end of the pupil's time at the school provided the school's conditions are met. Payment for the guarantee is to be made to account CH17 0024 0240 7181 7502 V (titulaire Montessori Rive Gauche SA). - Re‑enrolment (renewal) fee: CHF 250, payable February 1 each year; this fee is not refundable if renewal is cancelled. Tuition fees by year group (per month, with trimester and annual totals) - Children House (3–6 years) — part‑time (monthly): CHF 1,570. - 1st trimester (Sept–Dec, 4 months): CHF 6,280 — due May 31. - 2nd trimester (Jan–Mar, 3 months): CHF 4,710 — due Nov 30. - 3rd trimester (Apr–Jun, 3 months): CHF 4,710 — due Feb 28. - Total for full school year (10 months, part‑time): CHF 15,700. - Children House (3–6 years) — full‑time (monthly): CHF 1,870. - 1st trimester (4 months): CHF 7,480 — due May 31. - 2nd trimester (3 months): CHF 5,610 — due Nov 30. - 3rd trimester (3 months): CHF 5,610 — due Feb 28. - Total for full school year (10 months, full‑time): CHF 18,700. - Primary I (6–9 years) — full‑time (monthly): CHF 1,970. - 1st trimester (4 months): CHF 7,880 — due May 31. - 2nd trimester (3 months): CHF 5,910 — due Nov 30. - 3rd trimester (3 months): CHF 5,910 — due Feb 28. - Total for full school year (10 months): CHF 19,700. - Primary II (9–12 years) — full‑time (monthly): CHF 2,070. - 1st trimester (4 months): CHF 8,280 — due May 31. - 2nd trimester (3 months): CHF 6,210 — due Nov 30. - 3rd trimester (3 months): CHF 6,210 — due Feb 28. - Total for full school year (10 months): CHF 20,700. - The tuition fees include tuition, the morning snack, and the organic midday meal certified “fourchette verte.” Extra costs for sports activities and outings (museums, shows, end‑of‑year trips, etc.) are not included and are charged separately. - Discounts: 1% discount for a single full‑year payment; 10% discount on the second child's tuition while siblings are enrolled; 15% discount on the third child's tuition while all three are enrolled. Discounts do not apply if a third party (employer/institution) pays the fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing schedule: Tuition is billed and payable in advance by trimester — first trimester due May 31, second trimester due Nov 30, third trimester due Feb 28. The school may refuse entry or terminate enrolment if fees are not settled by the due dates. Tuition remains payable even if the child is absent. - Guarantee handling: The CHF 4,000 guarantee is payable at first enrolment; it may be used to cover unpaid re‑enrolment or tuition fees if the pupil is withdrawn or if agreed minimum attendance conditions (for 3–6 section) are not met; otherwise it is repaid at the end of schooling, without interest. Payments for the guarantee must be made to account CH17 0024 0240 7181 7502 V (Montessori Rive Gauche SA). - Late payment: Reminder fees apply in the event of late payment. Parents signatories are jointly and severally liable for all fees. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school for children aged 3–12. There are no boarding fees. Other costs and extras - Sports activities, outings, museum/theatre visits and certain extracurricular activities are charged in addition to tuition. - No uniform fee is listed among the standard fees. Additional optional services (after‑school activities and external therapist consultations) are available on site and are separate from tuition; such services are charged in addition where applicable. Refund and withdrawal penalties - The CHF 250 enrolment fee is non‑refundable if the child's enrolment is cancelled after the school's confirmation of enrolment. - Withdrawal penalties: - Withdrawal after Feb 1 (concerning the following school year): re‑enrolment fee CHF 250 plus a CHF 4,000 penalty are due. - Withdrawal after Apr 30 (concerning the following school year): tuition fees for the first trimester of the following year and the enrolment fee are due. - Withdrawal after the start of the school year (including force majeure): the current trimester is due, plus the following trimester. - Exclusion from school does not entitle parents to reimbursement of tuition already paid. In case of temporary school closure for epidemic/pandemic or similar major events, distance teaching may be offered and certain costs (for example meals) may be refunded, but tuition fees are excluded from such reimbursements. Fee payment options - The school specifies payment by bank transfer to the school account (IBAN/account CH17 0024 0240 7181 7502 V — Montessori Rive Gauche SA) for the guarantee and routine payments; a special agreement can be established if a third party (employer or institution) will pay all or part of the fees. No alternative payment methods (such as credit‑card payment) are specified in the school's terms.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements After-school care is offered until 6:00 PM.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Meals are varied and balanced; Fourchette Verte-certified, GRTA, and locally sourced.	Food options Lunch is taken at the school.
House system	House system —	House system The school is spread over four houses.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The management includes Nancy (founder and principal), Alexis (administrator), and Marie (administrative coordinator). The school is recognized by Association Montessori Suisse AM(S) and is a member for both the 3-6 and 6-12 years old sections.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Montessori Aquilae follows Montessori pedagogy, focusing on autonomy and hands-on learning. The curriculum emphasizes freedom of activity and movement in a prepared environment, respect for each child's pace and personality, and mixed-age groups (3–6 years and 6–12 years). The school offers a bilingual French–English program; all subjects (except early reading and mathematics) are taught in both languages with two teachers whose native languages are French or English in each class. In the 3–6 year classes, the bilingual group is taught by two educators (one Francophone and one Anglophone) and an English-speaking assistant; children spend two weeks in bilingual instruction and one week in an English-only class to support English learning; there is also a 100% anglophone class option for 3–6-year-olds to reinforce English. In the 6–12 year classes, the group is guided by two educators (one Francophone and one Anglophone) as well as subject teachers (German, sport). All educators and assistants hold a recognized Montessori diploma (AMI).	Curriculum details Montessori Rive Gauche uses the Montessori method with AMI-trained teachers. Classrooms are mixed-age for 3-6, 6-9, and 9-12 years, with bilingual instruction in French and English and German taught from age 6. The school follows the Plan d'Études Romand (3P to 8P Harmos) and uses a Montessori curriculum for the 3-12 age range. It is a member of Association Montessori Suisse AM(S) and adheres to AMI principles. Eco-Schools label since 2022. In the 3-6 year-old section, there are two bilingual classes, each taught by three teachers. In the 6-12 year-old section, six teachers teach the Montessori curriculum with bilingualism and the Plan d'Études Romand; a programme of educational outings is offered. After-school classes are available, and on-site therapists (psychologist, occupational therapist) are available. Arts, robotics, music, mindfulness, and other activities are offered as part of extra-curricular options.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Montessori pedagogy provides a benevolent accompaniment of the child within a structured and reassuring environment. Based on observation of the child's development, it enables each child to express their full potential while learning to understand their own functioning. The fundamental values are: the free choice of activity and freedom of movement in the classroom; the high-quality prepared environment; respect for the child's pace and personality; mixed-age groups (3 to 6 years and 6 to 12 years). The ultimate aim is to help the child grow into a free, conscious, and responsible adult.	Social & emotional learning The school supports social and emotional development through mixed-age classrooms that bring children of different ages together to learn from each other. After-school options include mindfulness and other activities that promote wellbeing. Therapists (psychologist and occupational therapist) are on site to support students' needs and help families book appointments. Mindfulness, Brain Gym, RMT and IMP are part of daily life at Montessori Rive Gauche. The school is bilingual French/English and has an international staff, which fosters cross-language communication and social interaction.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) On-site therapists (psychologist and occupational therapist) are available to support children's needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language A child who speaks only one language at home can adapt to a bilingual class. The start may be confusing for the child, but they quickly learn to adapt. We accompany them softly and adjust this program to the child's maturity during the first year. The child must first feel safe in their environment before learning. They understand the value of speaking another language because they are surrounded by multilingual peers. However, a child speaking a second language only at school will not become bilingual after a cycle of 3 years.	English as an additional language The school is bilingual French/English; teachers are AMI Montessori trained and native speakers in French or English; German is taught from the age of 6.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Montessori approach provides a benevolent and structured atmosphere that supports emotional wellbeing. Freedom of movement, mixed-age groups, and the trust educators place in children foster social development and confidence. The classroom balances autonomy with guidance, helping children feel secure as they learn. Meals and routines are designed to support a calm, orderly atmosphere that respects each child's pace.	Mental wellbeing On-site therapists support mental wellbeing (psychologist and occupational therapist). Mindfulness is offered as an extracurricular activity. Brain Gym, RMT and IMP are part of daily life at the school.
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Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Montessori Aquilae is a bilingual Montessori school for children aged 3 to 12. It operates in a mixed-age, Montessori environment with a focus on prepared, high-quality surroundings that support autonomy. The school is located close to the city center in Geneva, on the ground floor in arcades with glass walls that let in abundant natural light, and it has spaces around the building for outdoor learning and play. Each classroom is equipped with Montessori materials and the environment is designed to provide both freedom and structure. The school offers full-day care to cover the entire day.	Facilities overview Montessori Rive Gauche is located at 15 Chemin des Gotettes, Collonge-Bellerive / Vésenaz. There are five classrooms plus administration spread over four houses, set in a nearly 3,000 sqm garden. The garden is fully fenced and invites nature exploration in safety, with gardening activities, physical exercises on a trampoline, agility games, and insect hunts, as well as opportunities to observe birds and squirrels among the trees. Parking is available in the school car park and a bus stop (Petray) is in front of the school. Lunch is taken at the school for 3- to 12-year-olds; part-time and full-time options are available. The school employs AMI Montessori-trained teachers in a bilingual French/English environment, with German taught from age six, and on-site therapists (psychologist and occupational therapist) available. The school is a member of the Association Montessori Suisse AM(S) and has Eco-Schools certification since 2022.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The expansive outdoor garden (about 3,000 sqm) provides space for physical activities, including gardening, trampoline-based exercise, and agility games. These outdoor areas support daily movement and nature-based play as part of the curriculum. Daily routines and after-school offerings incorporate sport and physical activities within these spaces.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The 3–6 year class is led by two educators (one francophone and one anglophone) plus an assistant. The 6–12 year class is led by two educators (one francophone and one anglophone) and includes subject teachers for German and physical education. The school provides total immersion in French and English: all subjects are taught in both languages, except for the initial reading and mathematics. Every classroom is a prepared Montessori environment and is fully equipped with Montessori materials.	Academic facilities Classrooms are designed around Maria Montessori's principles, with every age group equipped with the complete official Montessori materials for 3-6 and 6-12 year olds to support autonomous learning. The school offers mixed-age environments (3-6, 6-9, 9-12) and bilingual instruction in French and English, with German taught from age six. AMI Montessori-trained teachers hold diplomas recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale, and the school follows the Romand Harmos program (3P to 8P) with planned educational outings. The school is a member of the Association Montessori Suisse AM(S) for both age groups, and Eco-Schools certification has been held since 2022.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The paraschool program runs from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with a daily flat-rate fee of 15 CHF (snack included). Children can play or do crafts, and, weather permitting, enjoy outdoor space. A variety of activities is offered, including gardening and board games. A weekly piano course is available for children starting at age 4.	Extra curricular facilities Weekly extracurricular classes are run on-site by professionals and are open only to Montessori Rive Gauche students. Activities include Chess (from 5 years), Yoga (from 3), Kid's Pilates (from 3), Atelier Arts Plastiques (Ceramics, Painting and Wood) (4-8), Le petit atelier (Pottery, Painting, Creative games) (4-6), Wood Work and Ceramic (7-12), Choir (from 5), Theatre (from 7), Pifam and Confiance en soi workshops by EmoMind (from 7 and 6 respectively), Foot Reflexology (children and adults), and instrument lessons (piano, guitar, violin) or English language support. Language-related sessions include English (from 6), and French activities such as “Les mercredis avec Elsa” (from 4, no nap) and “Wednesday Club with Heather” (in English, 3-6). Registrations are limited by participant numbers and are first-come, first-served.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Montessori Aquilae is a bilingual Montessori school in Geneva for children aged 3 to 12. Classes are mixed-age (3–6 years and 6–12 years) and led by two educators (one francophone and one anglophone) plus an assistant or subject teachers as appropriate. Aquilae uses Latin to stay open to all languages, symbolizing balance between protection and autonomy. Marion Neyroud is the director of the school. The school is located near the city center, five minutes from a tram stop, in a bright, light-filled space.	History Founded in 2011; located at 15 Chemin des Gotettes, Collonge-Bellerive / Vésenaz, Geneva. The school has 5 classrooms and administration spread over 4 houses, in a nearly 3,000 m2 garden. It is bilingual French/English, and German is taught from the age of 6. Teachers are AMI Montessori trained and native speakers in French or English, and the school is a member of the Association Montessori Suisse for both 3-6 and 6-12 sections, following AMI principles. Eco-Schools label since 2022.
Community	Community The school emphasizes a strong link with families and views parents as central to their children's education. It organizes a semi-annual parent meeting, a quarterly written progress report, a joint start-of-year meeting, and many pedagogical or family activities. The school keeps its doors open for questions, remarks, or suggestions. Families are encouraged to adhere to Montessori principles and participate actively in school life.	Community The community is international, with 14 teachers from Switzerland, France, Great Britain, USA, South Africa and Germany; they hold diplomas recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) or equivalent. After-school offerings include piano, robotics, woodwork, music, mindfulness, and on-site therapists (psychologist, occupational therapist) to support families. Educational outings are part of the program, and Brain Gym, RMT and IMP are practiced in daily life. The school carries the Eco-Schools label since 2022.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Montessori Rive Gauche uses the Montessori method in mixed-age classrooms for ages 3–6, 6–9, and 9–12. AMI-trained teachers are native speakers in French or English, and German is taught from age 6. The school is bilingual in French and English and follows the Plan d'Études Romand (PER) for the Swiss curriculum in the 6–12 program, with German lessons starting at 6 (beginners) and two to three classes per week from age 8; music, art and sport are integrated into the program. Education outings are offered as part of the program, and the five areas of the prepared environment—practical life, sensory, language, mathematics, and cultural studies—foster concentration, independence, and logical thinking.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Children can take a weekly piano class from age 4. The program is delivered by music specialists who cover piano, music, and choir instruction. The team includes instructors with expertise in theory and music history, and Jacques-Dalcroze-inspired methods are part of the program. End-of-year performances bring together singing, poetry, and dance with piano accompaniment.	Arts & creative After-school classes and on-site extracurricular activities include piano, robotics, woodwork, music, and mindfulness. Extra-curricular activities comprise Art class (4–12), Montessori Sports (3–6), Chess (from 5), Wood Work (from 4), Yoga (from 3), Computer and Robotics Workshops (from 6), Creativity in English (Clay, Painting, Block print) (4–6), and Choir (from 4). Individual piano, guitar, and violin lessons are available through on-site instructors.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school provides complete immersion in francophone and anglophone languages and cultures with two native-language teachers. All subjects are taught in both languages, except for the initial reading and mathematics. To accelerate English learning, there is a 100% anglophone class for ages 3 to 6 in which children attend one week out of three.	Cultural & language All classes are bilingual English–French, with language material available in French and English. German lessons start at age 6 as beginners, and from age 8 there are classes two to three times per week. Wednesday Club in English and Les mercredis with Elsa in French are offered, and the school aims to participate in Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) in Rome to provide a global-citizenship experience.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Wednesday Kids Club offers after-school workshops on Wednesdays, led by staff including Eunice M'Bundani-Ky and Elodie Syllaleone. Children can engage in crafts and educational activities during these sessions. The parascolaire program includes activities such as gardening, board games, and free play after 16:00 with supervision until 18:00.	Social & hobbies The school offers a broad range of after-school activities and clubs, including art, sports, music, chess, yoga, robotics, and language-centered options. The after-school childcare program runs from 3:30 pm to 6:15 pm for full-time students, with a healthy snack and supervision. Mindfulness is included among activities, and the school places emphasis on creativity and collaboration in a relaxed, learning-focused environment.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Solidarity and mutual aid are values the school strives to instill; pupils participate in sponsor walks to support various charitable causes. Projects have included First Children en Afrique du Sud (2024), Kaïcedra (2023), Northern Lights Aid (2022), Léman Hope (2021), Nourishing Minds au Malawi (2019), Tibetan Children's Village (2017), and Fondation Cédric Martin (2025). These experiences aim to cultivate empathy and social responsibility in students.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The founder and principal lead the school with an experienced management team; the staff includes 14 teachers from diverse countries, all with diplomas recognized by AMI. The school emphasizes collaboration, group projects, and student responsibility, aligning with Montessori principles. The Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) in Rome represents a key leadership and global-citizenship opportunity for pupils.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing After-school care is available from 16:00 to 18:00 at a flat rate of 15 CHF per day, including a snack. Children play, do crafts, and, weather permitting, enjoy outdoor space. A weekly piano course is also available from age 4 as part of the parascolaire program.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school grounds feature a nearly 3,000 m² fenced garden where children can garden, exercise on a trampoline, play agility games, and observe birds and squirrels. The campus supports physical activity and outdoor learning, including skating from age 4 and swimming from age 6. Mindfulness and wellbeing are integrated into the program, and therapists (psychologist and occupational therapist) are on site to support students' health and development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French and English are taught equally in the 3–6 bilingual classroom; from age 6, German is introduced as a discovery language and from age 8 as formal study. In the 6–12 class, English is taught at an advanced level; families can choose the main language for foundational learning.	Language provision French and English are the languages of instruction; German is taught from age 6 as a beginner's course and, from age 8, classes are held two to three times per week.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school is bilingual in French and English. The 3–6 year class is a bilingual group with two educators, one anglophone and one francophone, and an anglophone assistant throughout the day. The bilingual class alternates with an anglophone class: children spend two weeks in bilingual instruction and one week in the anglophone instruction to support English learning.	Bilingual teaching The school is bilingual in French and English.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs A 100% anglophone class is offered for ages 3–6, with children in the anglophone class one week out of every three to reinforce English learning.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Visit our site and contact us via the information request form. On the site you can read hours, location, the team, as well as the educational programs and frequently asked questions. The form facilitates the first contact for a visit to the school. After submitting the form, you will receive an email with proposed visit dates, general and financial conditions, a class presentation, the admission procedure and criteria, and a questionnaire to learn more about your family. 2. Read the documents and visit the class. After reading the various documents and completing the questionnaire, it is time to immerse yourself in the atmosphere and the materials. A one-hour class visit is offered with the head of school who will present the school's vision, how the class operates, and the main principles of Montessori pedagogy. 3. Waiting list enrollment. Following your visit, you are invited to write to us if you wish to enroll your child in our establishment. To maintain balanced classes in terms of language and age, we cannot enroll children upon expression of interest. The child is placed on the waiting list upon receipt of the enrollment fee, and families are notified as soon as a place becomes available. 4. Observation of a class. If a place is available, parents are invited to observe the class for one hour during the day to understand how it operates and how it is organized. Parents may ask questions of the teaching team after the observation. This observation helps families understand the classroom environment. 5. Registration form and payment of registration fees. To confirm enrollment, the registration form must be completed and returned, and the registration fees paid according to the general and financial terms. All terms and fees are outlined in the general conditions and financial policies. Once these steps are completed, the school proceeds with further arrangements. 6. Trial morning. Toward the end of the school year, we offer new students a morning in the class for a first meeting with the surroundings, teachers, and future classmates. The morning allows the family to experience the classroom routines and the daily activities. 7. Welcome breakfast. To ease the first day, we organize a welcome breakfast on the Saturday before the first day with new students and their parents to discover the place and meet the teachers. This helps familiarize the children with the classroom before start and builds a connection with staff and peers. 8. Admission criteria. Admission criteria require families to adhere to Montessori principles to ensure consistent guidance at school and at home. To maintain a balanced class, criteria include age, gender, language spoken, and parents' engagement in Montessori pedagogy and school life. Priority is given to siblings of children already enrolled. For the 3-6 year class, children must be at least 3 years old by December 31, subject to places available or the next school year. For the 6-12 year class, children can enroll from age 6 (3P).	Admissions Children may join at any time during the school year from age 3 to 11. The school offers mixed-age classes (3-6, 6-9, 9-12). All teachers are AMI Montessori trained and native speakers in French or English; German is taught from age 6. The school is bilingual French/English and follows AMI principles as recognised by the Association Montessori Suisse AM(S) for both the 3-6 and 6-12 sections. Prospective families can pre-register via the pre-registration template and contact the principal, Nancy Ramu, at 078 806 22 42 to arrange a visit.
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Waitlist	Waitlist The waitlist is used to maintain balanced classes in terms of language and age. Enrollment cannot occur solely on expression of interest. The child is placed on the waiting list upon receipt of the enrollment fee, and families are notified as soon as a place becomes available.	Waitlist —
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