Spotlight: Haut-Lac women & girls in science
Today is a day for celebrating science, more specifically the women who have and are helping to shape scientific progress around the world. To mark this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we wanted to look closer to home and reaffirm our commitment to fostering inclusivity and support in STEM fields. Below you will […]
How multilingual education fosters inclusion
As highlighted by international organisations such as UNESCO, mother tongue language development is key in education. Recognising linguistic diversity and integrating multilingualism into school curricula are particularly important for an inclusive society and sustainable development. That’s why, at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we deliver the challenging International Baccalaureate programmes. Known to promote multilingualism, an essential skill in […]
How to nurture young minds through literature
At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, fostering a love for literature transcends the boundaries of language and culture. From infant section picture books to the famous words of Shakespeare and Molière in Secondary, its Swiss and international students are immersed in a rich tapestry of literature as they progress through school on their individual journeys of self […]
2023 at Haut-Lac revisited
Scene opens on Haut-Lac International Bilingual School’s Praz-Dagoud campus. Lights come on stage left, where Managing Director Grainne and Primary Deputy Head Sally are waving goodbye to the last of the students heading off for the Christmas holiday. They stop and turn to face each other. Sally: That’s all of them safely with their families. Grainne: […]
Go Swiss or global – what do Haut-Lac students do?
In today’s interconnected world, a quality education transcends borders and opens doors to a multitude of opportunities. It is not one size fits all, but rather a personalised route to success based on each student’s learning needs and future goals. As such, Haut-Lac International Bilingual School in Switzerland gives high school students the choice between the International […]
3 tips for student self-care this autumn
Attending a Swiss international school is an incredible privilege, in part thanks to the awe-inspiring environment around us. However, the descent of Autumn into Winter and the arrival of short days and dark nights can have a wearing effect on many students’ mental health. Here is a list things students can do to ensure they […]
What were Haut-Lac’s values then and now?
When Haut-Lac was founded thirty years ago, Switzerland was a very different place. We were a much less technologically-savvy society, ignorant of how much and how quickly the world was set to change. The values we instill in our students have therefore had to evolve over time to compliment these constant developments. Back in 1993, we didn’t […]
Where in the world are Haut-Lac alumni?
When you’ve been around for thirty years as an international school, you eventually begin to build quite an extensive alumni network. Back in 1993, we never would have imagined our students might travel so far and wide, nor that there would be so many of them. Even the USA seemed an exotic place for our […]
What does it mean to be CIS-accredited?
You may have noticed an extra buzz around Haut-Lac these days. Or heard talk of something called C-I-S. What is it and why is it important? CIS, aka the Council of International Schools is an organisation committed to promoting high quality international education in its member schools. Its rigorous accreditation process ensures its members’ curricula, facilities, […]
Where was Haut-Lac when you called it home?
Twenty years after moving to St-Légier, Haut-Lac International Bilingual School has become synonymous with the beautiful village. With its jaw-dropping situation over Lake Geneva, staff and students are treated to a new iteration of the iconic view every day through every season. However, we were not always to be found nestled in this quiet paradise. Over the […]