IBDP2 student wins international writing competition
Jelmer’s story The Secret of the Burning Mountain won the July edition of WOW Gstaad’s Young Writers’ Competition in the Adventure category.
MYP5 student-athlete succeeds in competitive show-jumping
Every jump requires focus, timing and trust between rider and horse. Rafael demonstrates these qualities in the arena whilst maintaining academic excellence as a student-athlete at Haut-Lac.
Haut-Lac student-athlete represents Switzerland at the World Junior Girls Golf Championship
Our student-athlete travelled to Canada to compete on the international stage. Her journey proves it is possible to balance elite sport with academic excellence when passion meets the right support system.
Secondary eco-committee students drive real change at Haut-Lac
From tree planting with WWF to lake clean-ups and waste reduction initiatives, our Environmental Committee proves that leadership means taking action. These students take on demanding IB studies whilst making a tangible difference in their community.
Students lead international diplomacy at the Haut-Lac MUN 2025
Our students organised and hosted delegates from five schools for a day of meaningful debate on global issues. The conference showcased impressive leadership, collaboration and the power of youth voices in international relations.
Haut-Lac’s formula for primary science success
Imagine a classroom where students aren’t just reading about science, but actively discovering it. Picture children making predictions, testing ideas and drawing conclusions about the world around them. This isn’t science fiction – it’s the power of the scientific method in action. At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we are proud of our Primary Science Quality […]
Meet Haut-Lac student-athlete & skier Victoria
Hello! My name is Victoria. I’m 16 years old and an alpine ski racer. I started skiing at age three near where we live in Les Paccots, and then began skiing in Morgins. From there, I joined the ski team and skied with Morgins until I was 12. I then joined Ski Valais for four […]
Why cursive still belongs in modern education
In today’s tech-driven world, the art of cursive writing often feels like a relic of the past. Yet, at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we firmly believe that teaching cursive writing remains a vital component of a well-rounded education. Here’s why we integrate cursive writing into our curriculum and how it continues to benefit our students. Developing Cognitive […]
How to foster an anti-bullying culture at school
As part of our Child Safeguarding Awareness series, we will be using the Haut-Lac School blog to communicate accurate information on topics that could impact our school community. One such issue is bullying, a term which is frequently used but often misunderstood, especially within the framework of our Child Safeguarding Policy. The aim of this article […]
Why attendance is key for safeguarding & growth
At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we are deeply committed to providing every child in our care with the right environment and resources to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. As part of our broader Child Safeguarding Policy, attendance plays a key role in safeguarding student well-being and development. Regular attendance is both a legal requirement and […]