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École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande

Switzerland, Lausanne

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees CHF 12,200 - 78,600
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 600
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1906
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande (ENSR) is a private, non-profit bilingual international school in Lausanne, founded in 1906. Serving ages 3 to 18, ENSR offers a bilingual Swiss curriculum with an International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) option at Gymnase. The school guides learners from Maternelle Montessori (French‑English instruction for ages 2.5–6) through Primaire and Collège to Gymnase, where the Maturité Suisse or IB is chosen by the end of year 10. ENSR also runs One Year in Romandie, a French-language program with English or an English-language option for immersion in a Francophone environment. The campus spans 2.5 hectares in Lausanne, featuring gym, sports courts, library, and dining with Swiss ingredients. A boarding program serves around 60 students. The school emphasizes multilingual instruction from kindergarten, with German, Italian, Spanish and Chinese offered as languages. Robotics, coding and AI are part of the on-site curriculum, alongside sport and cultural activities.

Chem. de Rovéréaz 20, 1012 Lausanne, Switzerland

The Essentials

École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande has 600 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in French, English.

Location
Lausanne, Switzerland. Address: Chemin de Rovéréaz 20, CH-1000 Lausanne 12, Switzerland. Located near Lac Léman (Lake Geneva).

Stages
From kindergarten to pre-university studies.

Type
Private bilingual international school.

Country affiliation
Switzerland

Bus service
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.
Diving Deeper

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.

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.

Governance and Ownership
ENSR is a private, co-educational school. Its legal form is a non-profit joint-stock company.
Fees

Annual tuition at École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande ranges from CHF 12,200 to CHF 78,600 for 2026/27.

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.
Academics

École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande teaches IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
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.

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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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.

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.
Parent Experience

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.

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.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
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.
Facilities

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.

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.

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.

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 Activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Languages

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.

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.

Immersion Programs
The dual-language environment provides language immersion in French and English, with tailored language support to individual learners.
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).
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