École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande vs Haut-Lac International Bilingual School

	É École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande Lausanne, Switzerland	H Haut-Lac International Bilingual School Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 12,200 - 78,600	Fees / year CHF 21,800 - 88,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1½ - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Swiss Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 600	Pupils 620
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1906	Opened 1993
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Lausanne, Switzerland. Address: Chemin de Rovéréaz 20, CH-1000 Lausanne 12, Switzerland. Located near Lac Léman (Lake Geneva).	Location Saint-Légier-La Chiésaz, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland. The school sits in the hills above Vevey with views of Lake Geneva and the Alps. It is about an hour's drive from Geneva Airport and just 10 minutes from the Lake Geneva shoreline.
Stages	Stages From kindergarten to pre-university studies.	Stages Les Marronniers Nursery (18 months–3 years); Praz-Dagoud Campus (3–12 years); Roches Grises Campus (13–18 years). A Boarding House accommodates 11–18-year-olds.
School type	School type Private bilingual international school.	School type International bilingual day and boarding school with two day campuses and a boarding house in Saint-Légier-La Chiésaz.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The school day runs from 8:00 to 15:30 (16:20 for Upper Secondary) on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 8:00 to 12:00 on Wednesday (13:05 in Lower Secondary and 13:45 in Upper Secondary). Breakfast Club is available from 7:15; after-school supervision and clubs are offered.
Bus service details	Bus service details School bus service with routes to numerous localities in the Lausanne area and surrounding towns, including Lausanne, Aubonne, Morges, Lutry, Renens, Pully and Saint-Prex.	Bus service details Seven daily bus routes to the Praz-Dagoud campus cover areas up to 30 km away, plus a Vevey train-station shuttle; local transport via train and bus stops within walking distance to both Roches Grises and Praz-Dagoud campuses. Airport pick-up is available for boarding students on scheduled transfer days.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - Application fee: CHF 500 per child. Initial deposit / enrolment deposit - Refundable deposit (first-year enrolment): CHF 2,500 (refundable). Tuition fees by year group (annual) - Age 3 (Kindergarten 1): CHF 14,400. - Age 4 (Kindergarten 2): CHF 14,700. - Age 5 (Kindergarten 3): CHF 15,600. - Age 6 (Grade 1): CHF 16,800. - Age 7 (Grade 2): CHF 17,500. - Age 8 (Grade 3): CHF 18,200. - Age 9 (Grade 4): CHF 18,900. - Age 10 (Grade 5): CHF 19,600. - Age 11 (Grade 6): CHF 20,300. - Age 12 (Grade 7): CHF 21,200. - Age 13 (Grade 8): CHF 22,400. - Age 14 (Grade 9): CHF 23,600. - Age 15 (Grade 10): CHF 25,000. - Age 16 (Grade 11): CHF 28,800. - Age 17 (Grade 12): CHF 28,800. Per-term fees (calculated) - The school accepts payment either annually or per term. The per-term figures below are calculated by dividing the annual tuition by three to show a per-term amount when paid in three instalments. Actual instalment dates and the number of instalments are specified in the school's financial conditions. Example per-term amounts (annual ÷ 3): - Age 3: CHF 4,800 per term (CHF 14,400 ÷ 3). - Age 6: CHF 5,600 per term (CHF 16,800 ÷ 3). - Age 16/17: CHF 9,600 per term (CHF 28,800 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition may be paid annually or per term. Specific billing dates, the number of instalments when paying by term, and any late-payment penalties are set out in the school's Conditions générales for the academic year. Parents are required to pay the one-time application fee and the initial deposit at enrolment. Boarding (internat) fees - Boarding (internat) is offered. Boarding fees are published separately in the school's internat tariff schedule for the academic year and vary by boarding type (for example full, weekly or flexi boarding). The fee schedules distinguish day-student tuition from internat tariffs. Other costs and incidental fees - One-time and recurring additional costs that commonly apply: refundable deposit (CHF 2,500), application fee (CHF 500). The school also maintains school material lists and charges for items or services not included in standard tuition (for example certain external examination fees, specific course materials, or optional activities). These items are billed or specified separately. Refund information - The initial deposit of CHF 2,500 is indicated as refundable. Other refund rules for tuition or boarding (for withdrawal, mid-year departure or illness) are defined in the school's Conditions générales for the academic year. Fee payment options - Bank transfer is supported (bank details are published as part of the school's billing information). Tuition is accepted either as an annual payment or as per-term payments; specific payment methods accepted (for example whether card payments are accepted) and bank details are provided in the school's billing information and Conditions générales. Part-time / reduced attendance - A part-time attendance option is available for Pre‑Kindergarten and Kindergarten on a five-day basis charged at 80% of the annual fee for the same year group. Notes on presentation - All amounts are shown in Swiss francs (CHF) and correspond to the published fee schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year. The annual tuition figures above represent the tuition component for day students; internat (boarding) tariffs are published separately.	Fee details Application / Acceptance fee - A non-refundable acceptance (enrolment) fee of CHF 3,500 is charged when the Enrolment Confirmation is signed; this payment secures the place and is not credited against tuition. Tuition fees by year group (annual totals and fixed charges) - E1 (half‑day): Annual tuition CHF 21,650; fixed charges CHF 150; total CHF 21,800. (E1 full‑day option: annual tuition CHF 27,150; total CHF 27,300). - E2: Annual tuition CHF 27,300; fixed charges CHF 200; total CHF 27,500. - E3: Annual tuition CHF 28,200; fixed charges CHF 350; total CHF 28,550. - P1–P2: Annual tuition CHF 28,200; fixed charges CHF 750; total CHF 28,950. - P3: Annual tuition CHF 28,900; fixed charges CHF 800; total CHF 29,700. - P4: Annual tuition CHF 29,000; fixed charges CHF 850; total CHF 29,850. - P5: Annual tuition CHF 29,650; fixed charges CHF 850; total CHF 30,500. - MYP1–MYP2: Annual tuition CHF 33,900; fixed charges CHF 900; total CHF 34,800. - MYP3: Annual tuition CHF 35,400; fixed charges CHF 800; total CHF 36,200. - MYP4: Annual tuition CHF 37,000; fixed charges CHF 800; total CHF 37,800. - MYP5: Annual tuition CHF 37,500; fixed charges CHF 650; total CHF 38,150. - IB1–IB2: Annual tuition CHF 40,000–40,300; fixed charges CHF 600; total approx. CHF 40,600. These annual totals include compulsory fixed charges (for example certain outings, ski days and standard consumables) which vary by year and are shown above as the fixed charge component. Per‑term and instalment breakdowns (billing schedule and payment terms) - Standard term split: Term 1 = 40% of the annual tuition; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%. Bi‑annual billing (two equal invoices) is also available (Sept–Jan / Feb–June). Specific due dates are published with each year's fees (examples historically: Term 1 due end of July, Term 2 mid‑December, Term 3 mid‑March). Fixed charges are billed with the first tuition invoice and must be paid in one lump sum. - Instalment options: annual payment, bi‑annual, termly (three payments using the 40/30/30 split), or monthly in 10 equal instalments (tuition billed two months in advance). A monthly instalment plan carries an administrative surcharge (≈ +1% applied to the published annual fee); a single annual payment typically attracts an early‑payment discount (historically 2% when paid by the stated deadline). Changes to payment option after invoicing may result in a CHF 50 administration surcharge. Late payment reminders and fees apply according to the school's invoicing terms. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding is offered from age 11 with weekly and full (7‑day) boarding options. Boarding fees are all‑inclusive (tuition, accommodation, supervision, most meals, laundry and most local activities). For the 2025–26 academic year boarding costs range approximately between CHF 68,000 and CHF 88,000 per year depending on the student's year group and boarding type. Other mandatory and optional costs - Fixed annual charges (listed above per year group) cover standard consumables, some trips and mandatory activities (for example ski days where applicable). Day students pay for school lunches separately (boarding students' meals are included in boarding fees). Bus routes and transport are charged separately based on route and usage. External specialist clubs, private music tuition, specialist sports coaching, optional trips and certain programme‑specific costs (e.g. examination fees, some residential trips) are charged in addition to tuition. Uniforms and some optional excursions are billed separately. A 5% sibling discount (second child) and 10% (third child onwards) may apply in certain circumstances; limited financial aid is available in line with published policies. Refund and cancellation terms - The acceptance (enrolment) fee is non‑refundable and is not credited against tuition. No reductions or refunds are made for short periods of absence (illness or other) for a term already started. Mid‑year enrolment and mid‑year departures are subject to the published invoicing and notice rules (for example mid‑year enrolments generally require payment for the full term in progress; failure to respect contract notice periods may result in fees due for the notice period). Specific refund, cancellation and notice provisions are set out in the school's Fees & Conditions and apply to placements and nursery contracts. Fee payment methods and surcharges - Preferred payment methods include bank transfer or standing order. Credit card acceptance is available in specific circumstances (historically credit cards were accepted for smaller payments under CHF 1,000); cheques are not accepted. Payment by credit card or instalment plan may attract a convenience or administrative surcharge as noted under the billing/options section. Invoices include the school's banking and billing contact details for arranging payment. Important payment notes - The first year of enrolment carries one‑time fees (the acceptance fee and any entry charges) in addition to the published annual tuition; parents should allow for those one‑time charges in the first invoice. Fixed charges must be paid with the first tuition invoice. Failure to settle invoices on time can trigger reminders, surcharges and collection procedures as set out in the school's terms.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is provided on campus in Lausanne for around 60 students from many nationalities. Individual rooms are available on request, with a maximum of two students per room. Boarding staff supervise living and study spaces and maintain regular contact with parents, acting as mentors to the students. The program includes weekend activities and trips in Switzerland, and there is a sports-study option on campus.	Boarding arrangements Boarding is offered as 7-day or 5-day arrangements for students aged 11–18. The Haut-Lac boarding house opened in September 2022 and can accommodate up to 30 boarders. It sits near Vevey and Montreux, within walking distance of the main campuses, and rooms are typically twin bedrooms with en‑suite facilities (IB1/IB2 boarders may have single rooms if available). Boarders follow a structured daily routine with supervised study, meals, and weekend enrichment trips.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform. Infant and Primary students wear a white polo shirt, a green Haut-Lac sweatshirt and plain black trousers, shorts or skirts. Secondary students wear a white polo shirt and a navy blue Haut-Lac sweatshirt with plain black trousers, shorts or skirts. Uniform articles available in the School Shop include hoodies, sweatshirts, polos, and sport shirts, with NEXT items used for plain black trousers/skirts and some items ordered online.
Food options	Food options The on-site restaurant offers a healthy daily dish with vegetables, a protein, and a grain; fats are limited and the dessert is usually fruit or dairy.	Food options Healthy lunches are provided for all students, including meals for allergies. School meals are designed according to the Swiss Fourchette Verte label, and weekly menus are published.
House system	House system —	House system All Haut-Lac students are assigned to one of four Houses named after Swiss cantons: Bern Bears (blue), Fribourg Falcons (red), Jura Jaguars (green) and Valais Vipers (yellow). Houses foster competition across sport, arts and academics, and feature student leaders such as Captains and Ambassadors.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ENSR is a private, co-educational school. Its legal form is a non-profit joint-stock company.	Governance and ownership Haut-Lac is governed by its Founding Directors: Anne-Marie Harwood (Managing Director, Secondary Academics), Neil Harwood (Managing Director, Marketing & Campus), Grainne Dubler (Managing Director, Infant & Primary Academics) and Jean-Louis Dubler (Managing Director, Administration & Finance). The founding directors' vision frames the school as a family-oriented private institution.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details From preschool to pre-university, ENSR offers a bilingual and multilingual curriculum across five school stages: Maternelle Montessori, Maternelle, Primaire, Collège, and Gymnase. Maternelle Montessori uses French-English bilingual instruction for ages 2.5 to 6 and follows Montessori pedagogy; ENSR is a member of Montessori Suisse. Primary provides a bilingual learning environment within a Swiss-system framework with ENSR enhancements; Cambridge English exam preparation is offered and German is introduced from the 4th primary. Collège features a bilingual program with a core of 13 subjects; Latin is introduced in 7th grade; German continues with Italian and Spanish available as electives; there is monthly progress reporting and an optional Journée Continue in the afternoon. Gymnase offers two diplomas, the Maturité Suisse and the Baccalauréat International (IB); students choose between them by the end of year 10; the Maturité Suisse is a Swiss higher-education pathway, recognized abroad, and the IB is internationally recognized for university admissions. One Year in Romandie provides a French-language program with English or an English-language program with French for a one-year immersion in a French-speaking environment.	Curriculum details Haut-Lac offers the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme for ages 11-15 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for ages 16-18. The school runs from preschool through secondary, culminating in IBMYP and IBDP. IBMYP provides fully bilingual, English-only or predominantly French pathways, with language instruction in English and French and subject work across both languages. IBMYP uses eight subject groups: Studies in Language & Literature; Language Acquisition; Individuals & Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; Arts; Design; and Physical Education. The IBDP offers a choice of English Diploma, Bilingual Diploma, Advanced Bilingual Diploma, or French Diploma, with about 30 academic subject options across languages, individuals & societies, sciences, mathematics and the arts. The IBDP core components and assessment are complemented by language support and Higher Education guidance to prepare students for university study in Switzerland and worldwide.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Classes are small. The school lists over 30 academic staff for roughly 600 students aged 3 to 18.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IBMYP graduates have achieved a 97% pass rate with an average of 44/56, and 14 of 29 students earned bilingual English-French IBMYP certificates. The IBDP Class of 2025 earned a 100% pass rate with an average of 35 points (world average 30.8); historically Haut-Lac reports an average IBDP pass rate around 95%.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The IB Diploma Programme at ENSR has global university recognition. The Maturité Suisse is the Swiss diploma path for admission to Swiss universities and many international institutions; it is also recognized abroad. The One Year in Romandie program notes access to universities for its bilingual French-English and English-French options, supporting progression to higher education.	Higher education progression Graduates have gone on to universities worldwide, including EPFL (Switzerland), University of Cambridge (UK) and MIT (USA). Haut-Lac also highlights graduate destinations among its alumni and ongoing higher education guidance.
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 Since 1906 ENSR has offered children a unique learning experience in a family-like environment. Students receive high-quality teaching from a dedicated team of teachers, enabling them to gain an international perspective and invaluable skills. ENSR fully leverages its facilities and exceptional setting to support the personal and academic development of each student, allowing them to explore new interests and develop new skills. The school prioritizes the personal well-being of each student as part of its learning environment.	Social & emotional learning Student well-being is at the heart of Haut-Lac's educational approach; staff and parents collaborate to promote social, emotional, academic and multicultural competencies in a safe and stimulating environment. A school counselor promotes social and emotional well-being in a safe and respectful environment. Student mental health is a vital part of the school's philosophy, and emotional well-being is linked to student success. A student-designed mental health resources site is available for information and guidance. The Buddy Programme pairs new students aged 3 to 18 with an existing student to help them settle in, learn routines, and translate when needed. The House system promotes belonging and cross-age interaction, with leaders and ambassadors helping organize activities and the Secondary Student Council coordinating events.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The Educational Support Department works with classroom teachers to identify each child's strengths and challenges, helping them succeed academically and personally. Support includes targeted literacy and numeracy interventions. Personalised learning strategies are used for diverse learning profiles. Specialist guidance for neurodivergent students is available. Collaborative planning with families and external professionals supports ongoing progress. Mother tongue support is provided to reinforce language development.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Maternelle features a bilingual English–French program. Primary is taught in French with English introduced from age 6. Collège offers a bilingual French–English program and an English-only track. High school prepares students for the Swiss maturité or the International Baccalaureate, and students may benefit from Cambridge English exam preparation and DELF French-language preparation.	English as an additional language Haut-Lac has specialist teachers for English as an Additional Language (EAL) and French as an Additional Language (FLA) to help students develop proficiency. The language support team develops Individual Language Support Plans, with classroom-based support and, when necessary, small-group or one-to-one sessions outside class used sparingly to maintain social integration. Language development is supported by mother tongue education, including clubs and resources. A full 50/50 bilingual pathway exists, alongside an English pathway with daily French language lessons. German from P3 and Spanish from MYP1 are offered as additional languages, with language clubs supporting ongoing practice.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing ENSR is committed to creating a high-quality learning environment, prioritizing the personal well-being of each student while fostering their academic success.	Mental wellbeing Student mental health is a vital part of Haut-Lac's philosophy and is linked to student success. A school counselor promotes social and emotional well-being in a safe and respectful environment. The school provides mental health resources, including a website designed by a student with mental health facts and resources. Boarding students have access to the school counsellor for confidential support. Boarding and day programmes include sessions on mental well-being, healthy eating, and emotional development as part of tutor programmes and awareness campaigns.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Haut-Lac is recognised as a Child Safeguarding School. The primary social & emotional well-being program creates a safe environment where every 6- to 11-year-old feels secure, valued and ready to learn. The school prioritises emotional, physical and mental safety within both boarding and day programmes. Staff and the school counsellor are available to listen to and support students, including confidential conversations. Boarding staff engage in mental well-being sessions and related awareness campaigns as part of their care and safeguarding responsibilities.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The ENSR campus sits on 2.5 hectares in Lausanne. The main school building houses living spaces spread over three floors with views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding Alps. The boarding program accommodates around 60 students from many nationalities in a safe, international environment. Rooms can be requested as singles with a maximum of two students per room. On-site amenities include a restaurant offering a daily healthy meal and a Made in Maison label certifying on-site preparation from fresh Swiss ingredients; a library is available with posted opening hours.	Facilities overview The Vevey campus includes a Les Marronniers Nursery for children aged 18 months to 3 years. Classrooms are equipped with the latest educational technology. Specialist art and music rooms, a library, a school shop, a teaching kitchen, and an administrative quarter support daily school life. Two smaller buildings adjacent to the main school provide space for language lessons and individual study, while a design technology lab with CAD technology, a research library, and a study room serve older students. First-class sports facilities include a sports hall, an outdoor multisport pitch, and two full-sized outdoor football pitches.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sport facilities include a renovated gymnasium and fitness facilities. There are tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts, together with multisport grounds. Athletics facilities are provided on campus. The sports program includes many disciplines and organizes interschool competitions within AVDEP; training programs are tailored to age groups. A team of six sports teachers designs and updates the sports curriculum.	Sports facilities The school has a sports hall that meets international competition standards, an outdoor multisport pitch, and two full-sized outdoor football pitches.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The ENSR offers bilingual instruction in French and English from kindergarten. The Swiss Maturity and the International Baccalaureate diplomas are recognized internationally. An English-language program is available from early years. The on-site library supports study with defined opening hours. The curriculum includes robotics, coding, and AI courses.	Academic facilities The school has classrooms equipped with the latest educational technology, a design technology lab equipped with CAD, a research library, and a study room for older students.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The boarding students have access to a wide range of cultural, recreational, and sports activities; a personalized coaching option is offered through small-group classes on campus. Weekends include trips to explore Switzerland, its culture and traditions. Journée Continue provides midday and afternoon activities, 16:30-18:00 workshops, and morning care. Holiday camps run in autumn, winter and spring with activities including rhythm, arts, and multisports, plus ski or windsurf excursions; prices include meals. On-site camps also feature a variety of daily activities such as cuisine, pottery, dance, theatre, outdoor games, and educational games.	Extra curricular facilities The school has a robust sports programme and is accredited by the World Academy of Sport as an athlete-friendly education centre.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 1906 by Edouard Vittoz in Lausanne, the École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande (ENSR) is a private, non-profit school with a century-long heritage. It originated from the New Education movement, promoting pedagogy that better prepares youth for life beyond the classroom. The school has sustained a century-long tradition of educational innovation and cultural integration. It offers multilingual education with French and English from kindergarten, supporting a diverse, international student body.	History Opened in Vevey in 1993 with 13 students by two bilingual teaching couples to bring bilingual, international education to Vevey. Today, Haut-Lac serves 600+ students aged 3 to 18 from over 64 countries on two campuses in St-Légier-La Chiésaz and Vevey's Les Marronniers Nursery for toddlers. The founding directors' vision of a family-oriented school guides the team today. Haut-Lac received IBMYP authorisation, then IBDP authorisation, and is accredited by the Council of International Schools; it is recognised by the Fédération Suisse des Écoles Privées and celebrated its 30th anniversary.
Community	Community ENSR hosts a diverse community with students and families from many nationalities, fostering openness and intercultural exchange. Multilingualism is central, with instruction in several languages and English taught from kindergarten; high school students may pursue a bilingual French–English diploma for university access in Switzerland and abroad. The school also emphasizes comprehensive development through a wide range of extracurricular activities and camps.	Community The Haut-Lac community is international, with students from over 64 countries learning in a bilingual English-French setting. The House system promotes belonging and interaction across all ages. The Haut-Lac values champion Respect, Resilience and Open-mindedness, and the school emphasises global perspectives, digital innovation and environmental issues. As an IB World School, Haut-Lac is accredited by CIS, AVDEP and WAoS.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Association des Parents d'Élèves de l'École Nouvelle (APE) is a non-profit association open to all parents. It aims to bring families together, keep parents informed, and involve them actively in school life. Parent volunteers organize a variety of activities in collaboration with the school, including events, humanitarian and pedagogical projects, and support at sports events. The APE embodies the partnership at the heart of ENSR and serves to support the daily well-being of children. Contact info: info@edu.ensr.ch; follow on Facebook and Instagram.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ENSR was among the first private schools in Switzerland to introduce personalised teaching, hands-on learning and regular outdoor activities. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma and the Swiss Maturity, and was an early adopter of the IB in 1971. Instruction is bilingual in French and English from Kindergarten through High School, with additional language options including German, Italian, Spanish and Chinese. The IB Diploma and Swiss Maturity diplomas are recognized by universities worldwide.	Academic & intellectual Model United Nations enables students aged 14-18 to develop diplomacy, leadership and critical thinking through weekly debates on environmental and political topics. IB2 students run beginner and advanced level clubs to prepare members for Haut-Lac's MUN conference and other inter-school conferences in Switzerland and Europe. Haut-Lac offers innovation and STEM-focused clubs that extend learning beyond the curriculum with coding, science experiments and engineering challenges, plus creative problem-solving. The International Award (Duke of Edinburgh) provides an all-round challenge from Bronze to Gold, including mountain hikes in Switzerland.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Journée Continue offers a wide range of midday and afternoon activities beyond the traditional program, designed to develop expression and balance across artistic, technical and physical domains. Afternoon activities are optional for Pavillon and Middle School students, with 16:30–18:00 activities available for older Primary and Middle School students. There are additional 16:30–18:00 activities for some Primary and Middle School classes. Creativity on Stage is fostered through theatre programmes that develop self-expression, confidence and teamwork.	Arts & creative Private music lessons are available: students can sign up for 30-minute lessons in piano, guitar, cello, drums or singing with Haut-Lac Music School teachers, and showcase their talent at biannual musical evenings. LAMDA drama is offered as part of the performing arts program.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school offers a French or English curriculum, with bilingual instruction in French and English from Kindergarten through High School. There are additional language options including German, Italian, Spanish and Chinese. ENSR is a premier bilingual school in Lausanne, welcoming students from more than 40 countries and fostering intercultural exchange. Language support is tailored to students' goals.	Cultural & language Mother tongue language clubs help students maintain and develop their home languages; the specific languages offered vary according to student interest and teacher availability.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The ENSR Parents' Association (APE) is a non-profit open to all parents; it gathers volunteer parents who organize events, humanitarian and educational projects, and provide support during sport competitions. Its mission is the daily well-being of children and the heart of ENSR. The Alumni Association has actively contributed to life at ENSR since its foundation and appoints representatives to the Board of Directors. This structure supports family and alumni involvement in school activities and community life.	Social & hobbies Haut-Lac offers more than 150 after-school clubs organized by age group and school section. Clubs include leisure and sport activities and language, music and drama offerings; the school also trains teams for inter-school competitions in football, basketball, volleyball, netball, golf, badminton, gymnastics, athletics, swimming and skiing. The ski team trains weekly and participates in inter-school events, and Ski Zenit provides a dedicated Ski Race Academy for serious racers aged 11–18.
Community & service	Community & service The Parents' Association coordinates humanitarian and educational projects and events, while volunteers help during sports competitions. Alumni involvement and associations contribute to campus life and governance, reinforcing community engagement and service within the ENSR community.	Community & service The Environmental Committee & Eco-Leaders promote eco-friendly initiatives and raise awareness; members organise waste-reduction projects and collaborate with local groups to improve sustainability across the school.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional A university orientation service helps ENSR alumni gain admission to renowned institutions such as Harvard, MIT, Oxford, ETH Zurich, University of Zurich, EPFL Lausanne and the University of Lausanne. The school publishes newsletters six times per year to keep families informed. IB and Swiss Maturity diplomas are recognized by universities worldwide.	Leadership & professional Primary and Secondary Student Councils give students a voice and develop public speaking, listening, teamwork and problem-solving. House Leader Roles provide formal leadership opportunities within four Houses. The Villars Institute runs the Villars Fellows program (a Systems Thinking experience) for selected students, including an online course and a week of workshops with global experts. The MUN and Diplomacy & Debate clubs build diplomacy, leadership and critical thinking, while the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award offers a progression from Bronze to Gold through physical activity, volunteering and leadership.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The sports program covers football, volleyball, basketball, dodgeball, unihockey, swimming, badminton, cross-country, track and field, horseback riding and skiing, and participates in interscholastic competitions. The extended day runs from 7:30 to 18:30, with lunch activities from 12:30 to 13:15 and optional afternoon activities for Pavillon and Middle School, plus 16:30–18:00 activities for older students. Wednesday afternoons, Saturdays and holidays are used for camps such as skiing and windsurfing, as well as courses and incentives like golf and horseback riding.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school offers a wide range of competitive and leisure sport teams, including football, basketball, volleyball, netball, golf, badminton, gymnastics, athletics, swimming and skiing. The Haut-Lac ski team trains on Wednesday afternoons and all day Saturday for inter-school races, with Ski Zenit providing a Ski Race Academy for serious racers aged 11–18. The International Award emphasizes fitness and outdoor activity and includes 2- to 4-day Swiss mountain hikes as part of its Bronze–Gold progression.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French and English are taught as the core languages from Kindergarten through High School. German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Russian, and additional languages are offered.	Language provision The school teaches in English and French and offers an English–French bilingual education within the IB framework. English as an Additional Language (EAL) and French as an Additional Language (FLA) specialists provide language support with Individual Language Support Plans to help students access the curriculum. The school provides two bilingual pathways (Fully Bilingual and Progressive bilingual) and also maintains English- and French-language streams, along with dedicated language-learning resources and ongoing teacher professional development. Haut-Lac is an international bilingual school with a community of students from over 60 nationalities.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers instruction in French and English from Kindergarten through High School. From earliest years, students learn in a dual-language environment, developing fluency in French and English.	Bilingual teaching The school has a dual English-French language programme. Kindergarten and Primary bilingual students study in English and French on alternating days, with two full days in English and two full days in French each week, and a Wednesday morning language switch every nine weeks to ensure equal access to the curriculum in both languages. In Secondary, students may follow a Fully Bilingual Route (MYP1-3 study all standard subjects in English and French, alternating the tuition language each semester; MYP4 selects which language to study for each subject and commits to that choice through IB2) or a Progressive Bilingual Route (start with all subjects in English alongside French language lessons and gradually add other subjects in French as proficiency grows).
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The dual-language environment provides language immersion in French and English, with tailored language support to individual learners.	Immersion programs All traditional academic subjects are taught in both English and French, with immersion in both languages outside the classroom. ICT, sport and the arts are mainly taught in English, with French-language support available from specialist teachers as needed. Haut-Lac monitors language exposure and uses translanguaging strategies to deepen understanding across the curriculum.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions ENSR welcomes prospective families and invites you to arrange a personal appointment with the Director or the Dean of the sector in which your child will study. Visits are free of charge and non-binding. Whether you live in Switzerland or abroad, ENSR will support you in every phase of the admission process and guide you through the enrolment steps. After reviewing the School Brochure for information on Fees for External Students or the Boarding School, you can complete this Admission Form & General Conditions and send it to: École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande, Chemin de Rovéréaz 20, PO Box 161, 1012 Lausanne (Switzerland). Useful links include the Admission Form & General Conditions 2025/2026, the Contact form, and options to visit the school (Come visit us / Book a visit) with details on annual fees for day students and for boarding students (2025/2026).	Admissions Entry Points by Age & Programme: Early Years (Ages 3–6): play-based bilingual or English programmes. Primary (Grades 1–5): bilingual or English programme with a strong literacy and numeracy focus. Middle School (Grades 6–10): IBMYP programme with or without the Swiss option. High School (Grades 11–12): IBDP, IBCP or US High School Diploma pathways to universities worldwide. Admissions open all year round. Steps: submit an inquiry; visit the campus; arrange an interview; apply online. After an initial conversation, complete the online application form and upload your child's last two school reports and references. Tuition & Fees: Day students CHF 21,800–40,600; Boarding students CHF 68,000–88,000 per year. There are no hidden fees; for a detailed breakdown contact admissions. Boarding: boutique boarding house accommodates up to 32 students with personalised care, structured study time and enriching weekend activities. Admissions team: Alessia Ferrara (Admissions Officer); Magdalena Drag (Admissions Head). Haut-Lac is located in Saint-Légier-La Chiésaz, Switzerland.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Haut-Lac does not offer scholarships. Local families residing in Switzerland without employer school benefits may request financial aid on the fees for children enrolled at Haut-Lac.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Yes. There may be waiting lists for certain grades, particularly in the bilingual stream. When this happens, a place may be offered in the English stream until a bilingual spot becomes available.
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