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Collège Champittet

Switzerland, Lausanne

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees CHF 12,850 - 104,500
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 770
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1903
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, German, Italian, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Collège Champittet is an international day and boarding school in Pully, Switzerland, serving ages 3 to 18. The school offers a bilingual pre-school and primary programme in English and French, with German introduced early; secondary students can pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité. The middle school (Grades 9–10) and high school (Grades 11–14) structure supports a continuum from early years through university preparation. Languages taught at secondary include French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. The lakeside campus sits between Lake Geneva and the Alps, providing science labs, a STEAM space, computer suites with interactive EdTech, music rooms, and sports facilities including an Astroturf pitch and an athletics track. Signature programs feature collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School, a Forest School, and international expeditions and service projects. The school joined Nord Anglia Education in 2009, aligning opportunities with global roots.

Lausanne CH, Chem. de Champittet 1, 1009 Pully, Switzerland

The Essentials

Collège Champittet has 770 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English, French.

Location
Collège Champittet is located in Pully (Lausanne), Switzerland, on a lakeside campus. It sits on the shore of Lake Geneva, just 200 metres from the lake. The campus is between Lake Geneva and the Alps, offering a scenic Swiss setting.

Stages
Preschool, Primary, and Secondary

Type
The school is a day and boarding international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
120 maximum students; more than 20 nationalities represented.

Country affiliation
Switzerland

School day structure
A typical day for boarders starts with a 7:00 am wake-up and breakfast. Students join the school day in the curriculum or diploma pathway of their choice, with supervised study periods in the evenings and after-school activities. Lights out ends the day after a full schedule of learning and activities.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is offered at the Pully campus. The boarding house provides bright bedrooms, contemporary shared spaces, and access to all facilities.

Uniform Requirement
A compulsory uniform is worn by all students. The class uniform includes polo shirts (short- and long-sleeve) and a sweatshirt; from Year 4, students wear a sports uniform for PE. Uniforms can be purchased year-round from the school shop.

Food Options
Lunch is served in three on-site restaurants and cafeterias, offering a tasty, nutritious meal for students.

House System
Champittet has a House System for students from preschool to Grade 8, with four houses—Eagles, Lynx, Wolves and Bears. Students earn tokens for the House Chest and participate in house activities and competitions.

Governance and Ownership
Collège Champittet is part of Nord Anglia Education.
Fees

Annual tuition at Collège Champittet ranges from CHF 12,850 to CHF 104,500 for 2026/27.

Application and enrolment fees

- Admission (application) fee: CHF 2,500 (one‑time, non‑refundable) for the first child. Reduced rates apply for subsequent siblings: 2nd child CHF 2,000; 3rd child CHF 1,500; 4th child CHF 1,000.
- Boarding deposit (for boarding students): CHF 10,000 (refundable at the end of the pupil's time at the school provided all financial obligations are met).

Day school tuition — annual amounts, components and per‑term breakdown (shown in CHF)

Each line shows: Tuition | Mandatory activities | Annual total — then term instalments calculated on the standard day‑student billing split (T1 = 40%, T2 = 30%, T3 = 30%).

- Preschool (½ day, 5 mornings): Tuition CHF 12,250 · Activities CHF 500 · Annual total CHF 12,750. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 5,100 · T2 CHF 3,825 · T3 CHF 3,825.
- Preschool (full day): Tuition CHF 20,350 · Activities CHF 500 · Annual total CHF 20,850. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 8,340 · T2 CHF 6,255 · T3 CHF 6,255.
- Grade 1–2: Tuition CHF 23,280 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 24,670. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 9,868 · T2 CHF 7,401 · T3 CHF 7,401.
- Grade 3: Tuition CHF 25,060 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 26,450. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,580 · T2 CHF 7,935 · T3 CHF 7,935.
- Grade 4–5: Tuition CHF 25,320 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 26,710. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,684 · T2 CHF 8,013 · T3 CHF 8,013.
- Grade 6: Tuition CHF 25,970 · Activities CHF 1,390 · Annual total CHF 27,360. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 10,944 · T2 CHF 8,208 · T3 CHF 8,208.
- Grade 7: Tuition CHF 25,970 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 27,830. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 11,132 · T2 CHF 8,349 · T3 CHF 8,349.
- Grades 8–9–10: Tuition CHF 28,400 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 30,260. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 12,104 · T2 CHF 9,078 · T3 CHF 9,078.
- Grade 11: Tuition CHF 30,380 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 32,240. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 12,896 · T2 CHF 9,672 · T3 CHF 9,672.
- Grade 12: Tuition CHF 32,120 · Activities CHF 1,860 · Annual total CHF 33,980. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 13,592 · T2 CHF 10,194 · T3 CHF 10,194.
- Grade 13: Tuition CHF 34,680 · Activities CHF 1,040 · Annual total CHF 35,720. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 14,288 · T2 CHF 10,716 · T3 CHF 10,716.
- Grade 14: Tuition CHF 36,900 · Activities CHF 1,360 · Annual total CHF 38,260. Term breakdown — T1 CHF 15,304 · T2 CHF 11,478 · T3 CHF 11,478.

Additional mandatory / common supplementary charges

- FLE / EAL (French/English language support) supplements: intensive supplement (8 periods/week, 55 min) CHF 10,120; lighter supplement (1 period/week) CHF 910–1,270 (depending on duration).
- Diploma/exam fees (Grades 13 & 14): Swiss Maturité CHF 1,200 (Grade 13) / CHF 1,600 (Grade 14); French Baccalauréat CHF 1,200 (13) / CHF 1,900 (14); IB package (including exam fees) CHF 3,160 for Grades 13–14.
- Books and school supplies (annual, by year group): Preschool CHF 100; Grades 1–3 CHF 350; Grades 4–11 and FLE CHF 450; Grade 12–14 depending on diploma pathway: Swiss Maturité CHF 150; French Baccalauréat CHF 500; IB CHF 430. A separate digital resource fee (apps and e‑books) of CHF 50 applies for relevant years where provided.

Optional and additional fees (examples)

- Lunch with supervision 4x/week (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri): CHF 3,360 per year. Lunch on Wednesdays (from Grade 7): CHF 840 per year.
- Afterschool care (different time slots): examples include CHF 3,520 (to 17:00) and CHF 1,940 (to 18:00). Wednesday care (noon–18:00) CHF 3,360.
- Supervised study (Grades 7–14, one day/week, min. 6 pupils): CHF 880 per year.
- Private lessons (example rates): One‑to‑one lessons CHF 85–115 per 40/55 min; semi‑private CHF 50–70; group rates from CHF 30–40. Private music/tennis lessons invoiced separately for boarders.
- Uniforms: mandatory items (sweatshirt, polos, sportswear). Prices vary by age/size and are charged per item at the school boutique.
- For boarders: pocket money, certain optional trips, private lessons and some medical/dental specialist appointments are invoiced separately. Ski jacket may be invoiced separately.

Boarding fees and what they include

- Full 7‑day boarding (full year): CHF 112,000 per year. This package includes full board and accommodation, tuition, mandatory activities and school trips, limited school/sport uniform items, books and supplies, many boarding extracurricular activities, supervised studies, basic sick/accident insurance and nursing, weekly laundry (one bag), Wi‑Fi and an iPad up to Grade 8, bedding and towels, airport transfer at the start of the year, residency permit assistance, weekend activities and ski outings/camp where specified. Certain items (pocket money, private lessons, optional trips, dental/specialist fees, ski jacket) are invoiced separately.
- Weekly (five‑day) boarding (full year): CHF 91,800 per year. The weekly option includes most of the same items as full boarding; some boarding insurance and laundry costs may be invoiced separately as specified.
- Boarding billing split: for boarding the standard instalment structure is two payments (1st instalment 70% and 2nd instalment 30%) with the 70% payment due in mid‑June and the 30% due later in the year (see Billing and deadlines). The refundable boarding deposit of CHF 10,000 is payable on enrolment.

Billing schedule, instalments and payment terms

- Standard day‑student instalments: Annual billing covers 1 September–30 June. Typical instalments are: 1st instalment (40% of the annual total) due 15 June; 2nd instalment (30%) due 30 November; 3rd instalment (30%) due 28 February. Monthly billing (10 monthly instalments) is available on request for day students with a 3% surcharge. For Grade 14 Swiss Maturité there is an alternate schedule: 50% due 15 June and 50% due 30 November. Tuition for students starting mid‑year is billed pro rata from the first day of the month.
- Boarding instalments: Boarding instalments are typically split into two payments: 70% due 15 June (covering the first part of the year) and 30% due 30 November. Where monthly or other schedules are agreed, a surcharge or specific terms may apply as stated in the school's billing summary.
- Late payment and penalties: Late payments may incur default interest (example: 5% annual default interest on late amounts) and reminder fees; the school reserves the right to suspend or cancel enrolment where fees are unpaid.

Withdrawal, cancellation and refund rules

- Withdrawal deadlines and charges: For day students, withdrawal up to 30 September (departure end of first trimester = 31 Dec) means T1 remains due. Withdrawal between 1 Oct and 31 Dec (departure end of second trimester = 31 Mar) means T2 is due. Withdrawal after 31 Dec means the full year is due. For re‑enrolment and end‑of‑year resignations there are specified deadlines (e.g. resignation by 31 March — no charge; resignation between 1 Apr and 15 May — one month due; between 16 May and 15 June — two months due; after 15 June — T1 due). For boarding there are analogous deadlines (examples given in the boarding schedule, including that withdrawal before 31 Oct means T1+T2 are due; withdrawal after 31 Oct means the full year is due). Refunds are made by bank transfer to the party that paid the fees unless that payer authorises a third‑party account in writing. In cases of expulsion or forced departure the current trimester and the following trimester remain payable as per the terms.

Fee payment methods and banking details

- Accepted payment methods: on‑site credit card payments (card processing fees are charged to the payer), Flywire for international payments, and bank transfer to the school's account. Cash payments are not accepted. The school provides IBAN/BIC details for bank transfers and Flywire instructions for overseas payers. Example banking details provided for bank transfer: IBAN CH61 0076 7000 R523 4160 8 · BIC/SWIFT BCVLCH2LXXX · Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. Flywire portal: champittet.flywire.com.

Other practical fee items

- Sibling discounts: discount on tuition for 3rd child 10%, 4th child 20%, 5th child 50% (applies to tuition).
- Invoicing and proof for tax purposes: invoices can be used as proof for tax returns; a specific certificate is available on request (additional fee may apply).

Key numerical summary (selected items)

- Admission fee (1st child): CHF 2,500 (non‑refundable).
- Example day‑student annual totals (selected): Grade 1–2 CHF 24,670; Grade 6 CHF 27,360; Grade 11 CHF 32,240; Grade 14 CHF 38,260. Term splits calculated as T1 = 40%, T2 = 30%, T3 = 30%.
- Boarding full‑year: CHF 112,000 (7‑day) and CHF 91,800 (5‑day). Boarding deposit CHF 10,000 refundable. Boarding instalments typically 70% / 30%.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

Collège Champittet teaches French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Collège Champittet offers bilingual pre-school and primary programmes that combine Swiss, French, and British curricula. Pre-school is taught in English and French, with German introduced from a young age. Primary is bilingual in English and French, with German offered. The secondary curriculum is divided into middle school (Grades 9-10) and high school (Grades 11-14). Students may follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) taught in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité. Languages taught at secondary are French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish.

Student Teacher Ratio
Teacher-student ratio: 1:8. Average class size: 15.5.

Exam Results
100% of students passed the French Baccalaureate in 2025. 93% passed the Swiss Maturité in 2025. The 2025 IBDP score was 32.5, two points above the global average.

Higher Education Progression
University and careers counsellors provide personalised guidance on next steps, including course selection. They organise alumni speakers and university fairs.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care staff includes a psychologist, a nurse, and a safeguarding team who monitor students' wellbeing and assist them with challenges. A dedicated school counsellor is available for confidential conversations, and a chaplain is on campus offering Catechism courses, Masses, and spiritual retreats. The school's social purpose instills values of respect, ambition, courage, openness, and integrity to prepare students to become global leaders. There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs and opportunities, including collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School, alongside UNICEF, which broaden social and global learning. The Global Campus connects students with an international community for cross-cultural challenges and projects.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides a bilingual education in French and English within a fully bilingual environment. Students follow Swiss Maturité, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate pathways as part of this bilingual programme.

Mental Wellbeing
Boarding health, happiness, and wellbeing are a priority, with expert care on campus and in the boarding houses. A dedicated school counsellor is available for confidential support, and conversations are confidential unless there is a safety concern. A chaplain is on campus to provide spiritual support, including catechism, Masses, and retreats. The school also emphasizes nutrition and physical wellbeing through nutritious meal plans and health guidance.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a safeguarding and child protection policy. The policy includes checks of the criminal record of every new staff member and, with the State of Vaud, annual checks of all staff. Expatriate staff must present a criminal record after spending more than six months in another country during the last ten years.
Parent Experience

History
Collège Champittet was established in 1903 by French Dominican priests as a Catholic boarding school for boys. In 1951, leadership passed to the Canons of Grand-Saint-Bernard. The school became co-educational in 1984, and in 1998 secular entrepreneurs modernised its leadership. The French Baccalaureate was added to the Swiss Maturité in 1999, and the Nyon Campus opened in 2004, increasing the student body. In 2006, a fully bilingual, flexible curriculum was introduced, and in 2009 the college joined Nord Anglia Education, launching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school pioneered education technology in 2012, launched the Forest School programme in 2020, and in 2023 the community celebrated 120 years of learning.

Community
Collège Champittet has a long-standing, international community spanning more than 120 years and includes students, families, and staff. The school emphasizes a truly bilingual, globally minded environment, with testimonials highlighting its international character and language opportunities. It is part of the Nord Anglia Education family, enriching the community through collaboration and shared resources. The Pully Campus is located by Lake Geneva, near Geneva and Zurich by train, and boarding facilities provide a home away from home for students.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
At our campus in Pully, historical buildings and modern learning spaces blend to create an environment for learning. The lakeside campus sits between Lake Geneva and the Alps, with music rooms, a track, and tennis and basketball courts, plus a pitch for sport. The latest technology powers discovery in classrooms, science labs, and a STEAM space, with two computer suites equipped with interactive EdTech. The campus also features an interactive Forest School and three restaurants, including a contemporary café for the community.

Sports Facilities
An Astroturf pitch, athletics track, tennis and basketball courts, and a gym form the core sports facilities. The lakeside setting enables outdoor activity programs including sailing, wakeboarding, and paddleboarding. Students engage in sport and physical activity on these facilities to support wellbeing.

Academic Facilities
High-tech science labs and a STEAM space host the exclusive collaboration with MIT. The latest technology powers learning in classrooms with software, robotics, and virtual reality equipment. Two computer suites are equipped with interactive EdTech to support learning. An interactive, open-air Forest School provides outdoor learning experiences.

Extra Curricular Facilities
More than 40 extra-curricular clubs, ranging from Taekwondo and circus skills to entrepreneurship and art, are available. The programme includes outdoor adventures such as weekly ski lessons, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Exclusive Nord Anglia Education collaborations with The Juilliard School and MIT provide drama, music, and dance education, and STEAM experiences. Students participate in international expeditions, including projects with the Champittet Foundation in Madagascar, Thailand, and Lebanon, as well as Switzerland. The Forest School offers younger children opportunities to explore nature and develop practical skills.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Collège Champittet offers bilingual pre-school and primary courses that combine Swiss, French, and British curricula. Learning is delivered in English and French, and younger students become dual-language communicators. In secondary, learners study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité.

Arts & Creative
Exclusive Nord Anglia collaborations with world leaders in the performing arts and STEAM engage and inspire. In partnership with The Juilliard School, Champittet offers high-quality drama, music, and dance education. The MIT-based STEAM programme opens students to science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths, promoting teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking. There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs, including art and other creative pursuits.

Cultural & Language
Learning is in both French and English from early years, helping students become dual-language communicators. The bilingual environment supports secondary pathways including the IB in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité. Through Nord Anglia Global Campus, students connect with a worldwide community and global challenges.

Social & Hobbies
There are more than 40 extracurricular clubs, ranging from Taekwondo and circus skills to entrepreneurship and art. The lakeside and Alpine surroundings enable activities such as weekly ski lessons, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Residential adventures and international expeditions broaden horizons beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
The Collège Champittet Foundation supports community projects in Madagascar, Thailand, Lebanon, and Switzerland, with students planning and delivering initiatives. Students participate in fundraising and project implementation. The school collaborates with UNICEF to explore global issues, take part in debates and international trips, and support awareness of global goals.

Leadership & Professional
Students lead through the Champittet Foundation Committee, Student Council, and class representatives, developing organisational and leadership skills. A Leadership Camp for teens, supported by IMD and EHL, provides hands-on leadership experiences. The Global Campus platform connects learners with peers worldwide, offering challenges such as Minecraft competitions, coding clubs, and maths skill-building games.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral care is provided by a team that includes a psychologist, a nurse, and safeguarding staff. The Forest School programme and outdoor activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and ski trips support physical and mental wellbeing. Specialist spaces for sports, creative activities, and STEAM enrich daily life at the campuses.
Languages

Language Provision
Pre-school is taught in English and French, with notions of German. Primary languages taught are French, English, and German. Secondary languages taught are French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. At secondary, students study for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English, the French Baccalaureate, or the bilingual Swiss Maturité, with specialist French and English language courses.

Bilingual Teaching
Pre-school and Primary are bilingual, taught in English and French; German is introduced in the curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
The school accepts applications year-round. In addition to the online application form, applicants must submit supporting documents. An offer of a place is made within two weeks of receiving the application. To accept, sign the admissions letter and pay the admissions deposit. Important dates for 2025–26 include: First day of school: 20 August 2025; Autumn holidays: 11–26 October 2025; Christmas holiday: 20 December 2025 – 4 January 2026; School resumes: 5 January 2026; February holidays: 14–22 February 2026; Easter holidays: 3–19 April 2026; Swiss bank holiday: 14–17 May 2026.

Scholarships
The Collège Champittet Foundation funds high school and university scholarships for orphan girls in Madagascar.
School Events
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