Lemania College vs Pré Fleuri International Alpine School

	L Lemania College Lausanne, Switzerland	P Pré Fleuri International Alpine School Lausanne, Switzerland
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year CHF 20,700 - 105,080	Fees / year CHF 12,500 - 70,000
Age range	Age range 11 - 20 years	Age range 3 - 13 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,100	Pupils 65
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size 10
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1908	Opened 1948
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland. The campus address is Chemin de Préville 3, 1003 Lausanne. Lausanne Central Station is a 5-minute walk from the campus.	Location Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland (Chemin de Curnaux 32, 1885 Villars, Switzerland)
Stages	Stages General Education at secondary level includes Swiss Maturity, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate. Professional Training is available, with courses offered during the day or evening. The school provides the International Baccalaureate experience and pre-IB (9–10) pathways.	Stages Ages 3 to 13
School type	School type Private international school in Lausanne with day and boarding options.	School type Private international junior boarding school offering boarding and day pupil options
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Pupils from more than twenty nationalities
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Pastoral care is provided to support students' well-being and development
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland	Country affiliation Switzerland
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus shuttle service is available with morning and afternoon stops at Villars Train Station and Grand Pont; schedules are provided in admission materials
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and registration fees - Application fee (non‑refundable): CHF 1,500. - Administration fee (annual, non‑refundable): CHF 500. - Alumni fee: CHF 500. - CAS trip fee: CHF 500. - Deposit (refundable): CHF 6,000 for boarding students; CHF 1,000 for day students. The refundable boarding deposit must be paid before arrival and will be returned on request after accounts are settled (refund processed within three months after the end of the academic course). Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025/26) - Grade 9 (Prep Year 1): CHF 25,000 per academic year. Per semester (if invoiced semi‑annually): CHF 12,500. Per quarter (if invoiced quarterly): CHF 6,250. - Grade 10 (Prep Year 2): CHF 28,000 per academic year. Per semester: CHF 14,000. Per quarter: CHF 7,000. - Grade 11 (IB1): CHF 36,000 per academic year. Per semester: CHF 18,000. Per quarter: CHF 9,000. - Grade 12 (IB2): CHF 36,000 per academic year. Per semester: CHF 18,000. Per quarter: CHF 9,000. Boarding fees (grades 9–12; room + full board) All boarding fees below are given as annual amounts. The school offers 7‑day (full week) and 5‑day options and three room categories (Standard, Comfort, Comfort+). - Standard (double room): 7‑day CHF 39,220; per semester CHF 19,610; per quarter CHF 9,805. 5‑day CHF 28,490; per semester CHF 14,245; per quarter CHF 7,123. - Standard (single room): 7‑day CHF 66,230; per semester CHF 33,115; per quarter CHF 16,558. 5‑day CHF 47,730; per semester CHF 23,865; per quarter CHF 11,933. - Comfort (double room): 7‑day CHF 49,580; per semester CHF 24,790; per quarter CHF 12,395. 5‑day CHF 33,250; per semester CHF 16,625; per quarter CHF 8,313. - Comfort (single room): 7‑day CHF 85,470; per semester CHF 42,735; per quarter CHF 21,368. 5‑day CHF 60,310; per semester CHF 30,155; per quarter CHF 15,078. - Comfort + (double room): 7‑day CHF 58,830; per semester CHF 29,415; per quarter CHF 14,708. 5‑day CHF 49,920; per semester CHF 24,960; per quarter CHF 12,480. - Comfort + (single room): 7‑day CHF 105,080; per semester CHF 52,540; per quarter CHF 26,270. 5‑day CHF 74,000; per semester CHF 37,000; per quarter CHF 18,500. Included in the boarding fee: full board (three meals per day and continuous snacks), daily housekeeping, weekly laundry and ironing, supply of bed linen and towels, unlimited Wi‑Fi, educational supervision and evening study support, sport/fitness and some leisure, cultural and weekend activities. For day students the tuition fee includes tuition and books. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency options: per quarter, per semester (semi‑annual) or per year; if no option is selected on the application the school will invoice by term. Payments are required in advance according to the invoice deadlines. The student's place is reserved only after receipt of the first installment indicated on the acceptance invoice. - Currency and bank details: all payments must be made in Swiss francs (CHF). Bank transfer details (IBAN/SWIFT) are provided on school invoices. - Credit card and PayPal: payment by credit card incurs a 3% service charge; payment via PayPal incurs a 3% fee. Any bank transfer, exchange or intermediary bank fees are charged to the payer. Refunds of credit card payments are made back to the same card. - Late payment: interest at 1% per month plus reminder fees is applied from the second reminder; repeated or cumulative non‑payment may lead to immediate expulsion from courses and from boarding until accounts are settled. Other costs and optional fees - Examination fees (diplomas, certificates) are charged separately and are not included in tuition. - Optional/ancillary fees that may apply: study visa letter (Swiss side) CHF 450 for non‑EU students (where applicable), express mail for visa documents CHF 120, airport limousine transfers (one‑way/round trip) at published rates, and additional charges for extra boarding days outside the academic year (Christmas, winter, Easter, etc.). Extra activities, certain language subjects and external examination costs may carry additional charges. Refunds and cancellation / early‑departure charges - Cancellation before the course: if cancellation occurs 30 days before the start of the course, only the registration fee is due. Cancellation 14–30 days before the course results in penalties of CHF 1,000 for tuition and CHF 2,500 for boarding. Cancellation less than 14 days before the course requires payment of the first calendar quarter. - Early departure during studies: in the event of early departure or cancellation during the course, parents/guardians or the student must pay the tuition and boarding fees for the current calendar quarter and the following calendar quarter, plus any other costs incurred. A letter of credit may be issued in exceptional circumstances to cover outstanding study periods; such credit can only be used against future tuition. The refundable boarding deposit is returned on request after final account settlement (within three months). If the deposit is not reclaimed within one year after final departure it may be transferred to the Paul Du Pasquier Foundation. Fee payment options - Accepted primary methods: bank transfer (IBAN provided on invoices). - Other methods accepted with additional charges: credit card (Visa, AmEx, Mastercard, Diners; 3% service charge) and PayPal (3% fee). Direct payment at the school office is possible within stated deadlines. All payments must include the student's name as payment reference.	Fee details Application & registration fees - Day-student registration (pre‑payment): CHF 500 (non‑refundable). - Boarding pre‑payment / deposit to complete registration: CHF 1,500 (non‑refundable). - Additional first‑year Registration Fee (labelled AVDEP in school documents): CHF 2,000 – CHF 5,000 (listed as applicable only for the first year; stated in school materials as a compulsory item). Day‑school tuition — annual and per‑term (current school year schedules published by the school) - JE1 (Nursery, bilingual) - Annual: CHF 12,500. - Per term: Autumn CHF 4,500; Winter CHF 4,000; Spring CHF 4,000. - JE2 (Reception, bilingual) - Registration: CHF 500. - Annual: CHF 15,500. - Per term: Autumn CHF 5,500; Winter CHF 5,000; Spring CHF 5,000. - Primary (French or English / British section) - Registration: CHF 500. - Annual: CHF 17,850. - Per term: Autumn CHF 6,250; Winter CHF 5,800; Spring CHF 5,800. Boarding tuition and components (annual / typical totals) - Core boarding tuition (school fees component): - Boarding (5 days): School fees CHF 52,500. - Boarding (7 days / full boarding): School fees CHF 62,000. - Compulsory additional annual items shown separately (examples and typical amounts): - Administration: CHF 500. - Schooling equipment: CHF 1,000. - Health insurance (required): CHF 2,000. - Extra‑curricular activities: CHF 1,000 (5‑day) or CHF 1,500 (7‑day). - Uniforms: CHF 1,500. - Winter ski fees (suit, equipment rental, ski pass, locker): CHF 1,500. - Typical annual grand totals shown in school materials: approximately CHF 60,000 (5‑day) to CHF 70,000 (7‑day). - Academic immersion (one trimester) — boarding per‑trimester pricing (examples): - Boarding school fee per trimester: CHF 18,000 (5‑day) or CHF 21,000 (7‑day). - Trimester totals including administration, equipment, insurance and extras: Winter totals shown CHF 21,700–24,900; Spring totals shown CHF 20,200–23,400. Billing schedule and payment terms - Day pupils: - Registration pre‑payment CHF 500 (non‑refundable). - Term payment deadlines (published schedule): 1st term due September 1; 2nd term due January 1; 3rd term due April 1. - For arrivals during the school year, fees are pro‑rata (calculated on a 10‑month basis). - Boarding pupils: - Registration pre‑payment CHF 1,500 (non‑refundable) to complete registration. - School payment structure described as two‑thirds of the fee in August and one‑third in January; term deadlines in the boarding documents are specified as 1st and 2nd term due August 15 and 3rd term due January 15. - Cancellation and absence policy: no reduction for late arrival, absence or early departure. Cancellation must be given one term in advance; failure to give the required notice results in liability for the outstanding term. Specific deadline examples in school documents: cancellation before October 5 for the 2nd term, before January 5 for the 3rd term and before May 5 for the September term. Other costs and regular extras - Administration / material and term charges for day pupils: - Administration fee (not included in annual tuition): CHF 150 per year. - Educational material (kindergarten): CHF 150 per term. - Educational material (primary): CHF 200 per term. - Daily extras and activities (examples): - Lunch: CHF 12 per meal. - Afternoon care: CHF 45 per session. - Extra school hours (before 8:30 or after 16:00): CHF 12 per hour. - Supervised homework sessions with staff: CHF 25 per hour. - Private lessons, intensive courses and clubs are priced separately and published per term or on request. - Boarding extras and travel: - Airport group transfer from Geneva: CHF 250 per trip (scheduled slots). - Individual transfer from Geneva Airport: CHF 600 per trip. - Zurich transfers: on request (priced individually). - Deposit for additional expenses (pocket money, personal expenditure) is required; the balance is reconciled at year end. - Winter ski equipment and pass are charged as the Winter Ski Fees item (CHF 1,500 shown). - Uniforms: - Uniform cost examples are listed as part of the school's extras; boarding uniform pack examples are given and uniform charges for boarders are included in the amounts noted above (uniform totals shown CHF 1,500 in boarding documents). The day‑school materials refer to an order form for the uniform (costs quoted on the uniform order). Refunds and cancellation rules (financial consequences) - Registration pre‑payments are listed as non‑refundable in school materials (day and boarding pre‑payments shown as non‑refundable). - Cancellation must be given one term in advance; failing to provide the required notice results in responsibility for the outstanding term payment. There are no fee reductions for late arrival, absence or early departure. - The school's published materials also show a separate Registration Fee item (AVDEP) presented in the boarding documentation as CHF 2,000–5,000 and described in that document as applicable for the first year (the document presents that item together with notes on reimbursement in the school form). Sibling discounts - Sibling reductions on school fees (boarding / immersion) are published as: 2nd child 5% / 3rd child 10% / 4th child 15% (applied to school fees only and as shown in boarding/immersion materials). Fee payment options and bank details - Bank transfer (wire) is the payment method documented in the school admission and fees materials. Bank details published in the admission/registration forms are: - Bank: Credit Suisse SA – Lausanne - IBAN: CH78 0483 5162 3420 7100 0 - Account number: 1623420‑71 - BIC/SWIFT: CRESCHZZ10A - Clearing: 4835. Notes on academic‑holiday and short‑stay pricing - The school publishes separate pricing for short immersive trimesters, winter or summer camp sessions and holiday programmes (examples and per‑session charges are published in the relevant camp/immersion documents). These items are charged in addition to or separately from the standard day/boarding school annual charges when applicable.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for girls and boys from age 15. The boarding house provides a serene and comfortable living environment, supervised by qualified in-house teachers who support studies and personal development. Catering is available on-site for both boarders and day students, with meals prepared in the on-site kitchens under the supervision of a dedicated chef.	Boarding arrangements A Junior Boarding School for ages 3 to 13. Boarders live in chalet-style accommodation in small groups with dedicated house parents. Préfleuri offers full boarding and flexi-boarding (one night, weekends, or longer) as part of the boarder community. The environment is family-style and bilingual, with a 1:3 teacher-to-student ratio mentioned and a diverse community of about 20 nationalities.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Catering is provided on-site for both boarding and day students, with meals prepared daily in the school's kitchens under the supervision of a dedicated chef. The boarding meals carry the 'Fourchette Verte' label and the menus accommodate dietary needs and preferences.	Food options Mealtimes feature balanced and varied menus with traditional, European, and home cooking. Students taste Swiss specialties such as fondue and raclette, complemented by themed buffet feasts.
House system	House system —	House system Boarders live in small groups in warm, cosy chalets with house parents ensuring security, belonging, and personal space for each child (rooms accommodate up to four children). After school, boarders are encouraged to speak French in daily life as part of a language-friendly environment.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Lemania is part of the Lemania Swiss Group of Schools (LSGS), a network that brings together member and partner schools in Western Switzerland. The group lists member and partner schools and serves around 5,000 pupils per year with around 120,000 graduates to date.	Governance and ownership Préfleuri was founded in 1948 by Willam and Lucienne Bonzon, originally creating a children's home; it has since evolved into a family-style bilingual boarding school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers Swiss Maturity, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate diplomas; IB Diploma and Prep Year are available.	Curriculum details Préfleuri International Alpine School offers a bilingual English–French curriculum for children aged 3 to 13. The Early Years programme (3–5) follows UK Curricula from Nursery to Reception and French Curricula from Petite Section to Grande Section. The British Section (5–13) follows the official UK programme from KS1/KS2 to Year 7. The French Section (5–13) follows the official French teaching programme from CP to 5ème. The solid academic education is based on the French and British national curricula with small class sizes and a focus on individual attention. The teaching programme is structured to guarantee entrance to top secondary schools worldwide.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes. Individual attention is prioritized.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates may pursue specialised universities (HES) or Swiss universities for bachelor's degrees, with preparation for required entrance exams and maturity exams.	Higher education progression The teaching programme guarantees entrance to top secondary schools worldwide.
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 school nurtures the whole individual and encourages each student to uncover and develop their unique potential. Students build resilience, empathy, and problem‑solving skills through experiences inside and outside the classroom. Extracurricular activities in sports, arts, technology, and social service cultivate leadership, teamwork, creativity, and a sense of responsibility towards others. The daily school life reflects a culture of excellence and tolerance that supports personal growth.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters a warm international community and positive habits essential to student success. It guides, challenges and inspires students to flourish into confident, happy, compassionate, and motivated individuals. The school serves ages 3 to 13 with bilingualism and a 1:3 teacher–student ratio. A warm international community emphasizes internationalism and diversity, helping students become responsible global citizens. Self-esteem and autonomy are developed through small classes, daily conversations, and homework support, with students guided to become independent and self-motivated learners. A virtue programme teaches life skills and promotes a growth mindset, including weekly assemblies that recognize the virtue of the week.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers diplomas in both French and English. A program focused on a full English-language education covers all essential language skills. Intensive English for Youth is offered (15 hours per week) for learners aged 15 to 25, with additional intensive English and practical English courses available in morning sessions. Courses are available in French and English for all levels, with international exams such as DELF, DALF, TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, and B2 First to certify language proficiency.	English as an additional language The school provides bilingual English–French instruction; learning English and French is assured; the bilingual program follows official British and French curricula.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The boarding environment is serene and comfortable, conducive to concentration and well‑being. In-house teachers supervise boarders and support their studies and personal development. The emphasis on resilience, empathy, and problem‑solving contributes to students' holistic well‑being. The campus in Lausanne and its activities provide varied experiences that support personal and intellectual growth.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is promoted through healthy habits from an early age.
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Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Lemania campus covers approximately 5500 square metres and includes 47 classrooms, a science laboratory, male and female dormitories, a cafeteria, gardens, and coworking spaces. Classrooms are modern, with spacious layouts, natural light, and integrated technology. The science laboratory is state‑of‑the‑art and equipped for hands‑on experiments. Boarding facilities provide personalised support and comfortable accommodation, with meals prepared in on‑site kitchens under the supervision of a dedicated chef. The dining room serves meals to all students, with boarding residents having dinner in the boarding house, and gardens and coworking spaces support relaxation, hands‑on learning, collaboration, and entrepreneurial activities.	Facilities overview Préfleuri sits on two hectares of rural land in the Swiss Alps, at 1,200 metres altitude, surrounded by forests and meadows for a secure environment. The Swiss Chalet houses classrooms, entertainment and study spaces, with bedrooms for two to four children. The grounds include a swimming pool, a tennis court, a golf course, a football field, a basketball court, a volleyball area and a table tennis facility. Information Technology is updated regularly with wireless laptops and interactive whiteboards in the classrooms. The surroundings feature a shelter used as a base camp for ecological activities, renovated with locally sourced materials and solar power. Préfleuri welcomes boarders, flex-boarders and day pupils aged 3 to 13.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The grounds comprise a range of games areas including a swimming pool, tennis court, golf course, football field, basketball court, volleyball area and table tennis.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are 47 classrooms with spacious layouts, natural light and integrated technology to support a modern learning environment. The state‑of‑the‑art science laboratory enables hands‑on experimentation. Coworking spaces provide collaborative environments for students to engage in innovative projects and teamwork. Gardens offer opportunities for relaxation and hands‑on learning about nature and sustainability.	Academic facilities The Swiss Chalet includes several classrooms, entertainment areas, study spaces and a large hall. IT is supported by wireless laptop computers and interactive whiteboards in the classrooms.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities From sports to arts, technology, and social service, Lemania's programmes include extracurricular activities designed to build leadership, teamwork, creativity, and responsibility. Summer Courses and a Summer Camp are offered in Lausanne, with options including English and French language instruction plus activity programs. Language Day Classes are available in French and English. The Lausanne location provides access to museums, theatres, and other cultural experiences to complement activities.	Extra curricular facilities Summer Camps run from Saturday, June 27th to Saturday, August 8th, 2026; Winter Camps run from Sunday, January 11th to Friday, March 20th, 2026; Ski Race Academy runs from Sunday, January 11th to Friday, March 20th, 2026.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Lemania College is a family-run non-profit organisation founded more than a century ago and was established in 1908. Jean-Pierre Du Pasquier is the President and CEO, representing the third generation of the Du Pasquier family at the helm. The school has a multicultural body of teaching staff and students, reflecting its international outlook. Since its foundation, more than 100,000 pupils and students have passed through the school.	History Préfleuri began in 1948 when Willam and Lucienne Bonzon founded a children's home on a small alpine farm, naming it Préfleuri. Madeleine Bonzon, with her husband Vladimir Sékaly, joined in 1969 and expanded capacity to about fifty children. In 1991 Préfleuri was recognized by the Swiss Federation of Private Schools as a language and sports school, with Sylvie Launay joining the team. In 1996 Sylvie Launay-Ducas developed the bilingual academic program. In 2022 a new building with seven state-of-the-art classrooms was completed, and today Préfleuri describes itself as a warm, international family.
Community	Community The campus is located in the heart of Lausanne, a dynamic city with easy access to cultural amenities and the lake. The school has a multicultural community with more than 80 nationalities represented among pupils and staff. Regular open days show parental engagement and provide a concrete view of the educational project. The school offers a broad program of cultural and sporting activities on campus and organizes excursions to explore the region.	Community Préfleuri has a warm international community with more than twenty nationalities and a teacher-to-student ratio of 1:3. Bilingualism in English and French is assured. The school runs a weekly virtues assembly and a virtue program to foster personal and social development. Wellbeing and life skills are emphasized through a caring, close-knit environment.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Regular open days demonstrate the school's engagement with parents. Acknowledging parental involvement, the internat page notes that regular open days reflect commitment to parents. A contact form on the site includes a 'Parent' option to facilitate parent inquiries. Enrollment materials include sections for general information about parents/guardians. The life of the internat and campus emphasizes a family atmosphere and ongoing parental communication. Open days and parent-focused communications are part of Lemania's approach to involving families in the educational journey.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Swiss Maturity, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate are offered. A revision class and Language Day Classes in French and English are available.	Academic & intellectual The school offers a bilingual English–French teaching program that strictly follows the British and French national curricula. It is designed to guarantee entrance to top secondary schools worldwide. Small class sizes and individualized attention tailor learning to each child's strengths and ambitions. Education extends into the outdoors, integrating nature into the learning experience.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art education is an integral part of the curriculum. Private music lessons, photography, graphic and visual arts, and attendance at cultural events on or off campus are available.	Arts & creative After-school clubs cover a broad range of artistic activities, including painting, dance, drama, sewing, pottery, animation, and more; additional options include horse riding, drone, gardening, and model building. Préfleuri's Forest School weaves outdoor learning into daily life, building resilience and teamwork. Creative expression is encouraged in a supportive, family-style environment.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language Day Classes are offered in French and English. An International Camp and Language Courses program is available.	Cultural & language English and French are languages of instruction. The Early Years bilingual program follows the official UK and French curricula. The British Section uses the UK program from KS1/KS2 to Year 7, while the French Section follows the French national curriculum from CP to 6e, with daily bilingual lessons and merging of classes. German is introduced from CM1 to meet Swiss program requirements.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Sports and arts are included in the program; extra-curricular sports and artistic events are available; excursions and trips are organized on weekends and during school vacations.	Social & hobbies Clubs take place after lessons and include artistic activities and sports such as painting, dance, football, horse riding, badminton, sewing, and drone. Wednesday afternoons are dedicated to sports, recreation, and cultural activities. Weekends feature Swiss exploration with mountain refuges, trekking, theatre, cinema, and visits to attractions, plus time to read and play with friends.
Community & service	Community & service Social service is included as part of extracurricular activities.	Community & service A Big Family welcomes girls and boys from ages 3 to 13 and includes 20 nationalities, with a 1:3 teacher-to-student ratio. An A Warm International Community fosters internationalism, diversity, and responsibility to build considerate global citizens. The virtue and wellbeing focus includes life skills development and whole‑school virtues assemblies throughout the week.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Lemania Lab fosters an entrepreneurial mindset. It hosts Incub&Co, Lemania Music, and Institut Domi; the space emphasizes learning by doing and cross-unit collaboration.	Leadership & professional The Board of Préfleuri comprises seven dedicated members led by Headmistress Sylvie Ducas. Public speaking is encouraged across year groups, with opportunities to present in class, assemblies, and theatre performances. The board and leadership structure guide school development and student development initiatives.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and culture activities are integrated into life at Lemania; the campus includes a boarding house with separate male and female dormitories and a dining room serving healthy meals. Gardens, a science lab, and coworking spaces support well-being and practical learning. The school runs weekend and vacation trips (e.g., Geneva Lake cruises and Paris) and winter activities (sled dogs, skiing, Lavey thermal baths).	Lifestyle & wellbeing Meal times are prepared on-site by a personal chef, with seasonal, nutritious, locally sourced menus and mid‑morning and afternoon snacks. The campus sits at about 1,200 meters in the Swiss Alps near Villars-sur-Ollon and includes extensive outdoor spaces and facilities, such as a swimming pool, tennis court, golf course, football field, basketball, volleyball, and table tennis. Pastoral care emphasizes wellbeing, autonomy, and a 1:3 teacher-to-student ratio, with life-skills training and a virtue program to support healthy development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French and English are the languages of instruction. Language Day Classes (Fr & Eng) and Languages courses (day) provide language study options. A wide choice of diplomas is offered in both French and English, including Swiss Maturity, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate.	Language provision Languages taught include French and English across the two sections. The French Section follows the French National Curriculum from CP to 6th Grade and teaches all subjects in French, with three hours per week of English as a second language; German is introduced from CM1. The British Section uses the UK National Curriculum from Nursery to Prep; the Early Years is bilingual following both the UK and French curricula. Cambridge English Qualifications are offered for non-native English speakers.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers education in both French and English. A wide range of diplomas is offered in French and English. Year-round French & English instruction is available, with Language Day Classes (Fr & Eng).	Bilingual teaching Pré fleuri offers a bilingual French-English education. All subjects are taught in French; English is taught as a second language for three hours per week by English-speaking teachers. An afternoon bilingual programme merges French and English classes, with Geography, History and Moral & Civic Education taught in French by French teachers, and Science and Computing taught in English by English teachers. From CM1, German is introduced to meet the Swiss program.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Immersion in both languages is a core aspect of Préfleuri. The English and French sections provide frequent opportunities to be immersed in each language throughout the day. In the British Section, the English programme follows the UK National Curriculum and aims to prepare pupils to graduate into top secondary schools. Daily program includes mornings with three hours of structured English as a second language and afternoons with a bilingual French/English programme where Geography and History are taught in French and Science and Computing are taught in English, with classes merged by age.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Interview and application initiation. The interview with the programme director can be on campus or online. We confirm receipt within 24 hours and inform you of the next steps. 2. Download the application form and begin the process. The application form is available to download here and the steps to follow are given below. 3. School records and language information. Send copies of your school transcripts, in English, for the last two years. If you do not have these available please let us know when they will be available. 4. Language proficiency. If English is your mother tongue or if you have studied in an English speaking curriculum for over 4 years, a test will not be required. A copy of an official English test, IELTS, TOEFL or other, should be sent with the application form. If you haven't taken one, contact us to take an online evaluation. 5. Supplementary documents. A passport sized photo; A copy of your passport; A copy of your resident permit if you are not a Swiss national. 6. Next steps. Any missing documents may be sent later but please indicate when they are likely to be available. 7. When to apply and visa information. The best time to apply to Ecole Lemania is as soon as possible, but most applications are received from November to March. There are several reasons for applying early: you can reserve your boarding room preference, you have time to obtain your visa, and your place is reserved. EU/EEA or UK passport holders do not need a student visa; all other nationalities require a visa, and the visa process takes 6–10 weeks. All students must register as a foreign resident within 14 days of arrival. 8. Arriving in Switzerland and induction. After arrival, you may be met at the airport if arranged in advance. Boarding students should arrive the Sunday before classes start; day students arrive on the first day of term and will take part in an induction programme with teachers and new and returning students. Boarding and induction details are provided on arrival.	Admissions Préfleuri welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 13 from all over the world as boarders or day pupils for the academic year or for sports and study holidays. The school is located in Switzerland on a sunny alpine plateau, 2 km from the ski resort of Villars-sur-Ollon and near Lake Geneva. An online application is available, and paper application forms can be downloaded as well. Start the process online or by downloading the paper application. Complete the form. Documents to provide include a valid passport for at least 2 years; photocopies of the parents' passports; school reports from the two previous years; a letter of reference from a teacher or principal of the current school; and two coloured passport-sized photographs. Interview with the headmistress. A personal interview with the headmistress at Préfleuri will be conducted before every definitive admission. This interview assesses the fit for the school and the family. Confirmation of admission. After the personal interview you will receive the acceptance of admission. Registration fees. The registration will become complete upon receipt of a non-refundable pre-payment of 500 CHF for day students or 1,500 CHF for boarding students. Welcome to the Family! Get ready for the first day of school.
Scholarships	Scholarships The Paul Du Pasquier Foundation provides scholarships to help cover part of Lemania School tuition. The decision to grant a scholarship is based on merit and the student's financial need, and each scholarship is renewable if the criteria set by Lemania are met. The selection considers motivation, academic results, talents and excellence, as well as the ability to follow the chosen program. Parents must provide information about their financial situation for the scholarship assessment, and the amount awarded is determined from that information. Recipients are treated the same as other students, and information about awards remains confidential. A Scholarship Application Form is available for applicants.	Scholarships —
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