Welcome to Haut-Lac, a Private Day and Boarding School in Switzerland
Where bilingual education and real-world learning lead to successful university studies and careers in Switzerland and worldwide.
At our Swiss private school, we nurture young minds from age 3 through to their IB graduation at 18. We combine our tried and tested bilingual approach with academic excellence and life skill development to prepare students for exam and life success.
Discover the Complete Haut-Lac Journey
Infant Section (ages 3-5)
Immersive early years learning in two languages
- Theme-based curriculum focused on developing personal, physical and life skills
- Natural acquisition of both English and French (with English-only option available)
- Individual attention and care thanks to small class sizes
- Extended care from 7:15 to 18:00 for working families
Primary Section (ages 6-11)
Skills-based curriculum for real-world discovery
- Holistic education balancing academics, the arts, physical education and life skills
- Personalised learning guaranteed by small classes
- Truly bilingual curriculum developed with experts in bilingualism
- 150+ extra-curricular activities enabling students to discover and develop their passions, talents and skills
- Convenient out-of-hours care from 7:15 to 18:00
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Secondary Section (ages 11-18)
Tailored IB pathways for day and boarding students
- Fully bilingual, progressively bilingual, English-only and predominantly French tuition options
- Multiple programme options tailored to students’ individual goals, including IBMYP, Swiss Option, IBDP, IBCP and US High School Diploma
- Flexible IB Sport & Study programme for high-performing student-athletes
- University offers from top-tier universities in Switzerland and worldwide upon graduation
- Leadership & life skill building opportunities through 150+ extra-curricular activities, MUN conferences, Student Council positions, Environmental initiatives and Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award expeditions
Boarding House (ages 11-18)
A home away from home at the heart of Europe
- Boutique Boarding Experience: A small, diverse community of 32 boarders, supported by a 1:7 staff-student ratio
- Modern Living Environment: Comfortable en-suite twin bedrooms and spacious common areas with stunning Lake Geneva and Alpine views
- Complete Well-being Support: Round-the-clock care from experienced boarding staff, qualified counsellors and medical professionals
- Swiss Cultural Immersion: Daily interaction with local Swiss students and weekend excursions to iconic locations like Geneva, Gruyere, and Lucerne
- Dynamic Weekend Programme: Seasonal adventures from winter skiing and ice-skating to summer paddle-boarding and hiking, complemented by international trips to neighbouring European countries
- Personal Development: Over 100 after-school clubs and evening social activities that build confidence, life skills and cultural awareness
