As a local international school, we give our Swiss students a true international experience and ensure our international students feel at home in the language and culture of Switzerland.
Our commitments:
Our Learning Culture:
Haut-Lac opened its doors with just 13 students and a bold vision: to introduce the benefits of a bilingual, international education to Vevey.
Today, we welcome 600+ students aged 3 to 18 from over 64 countries on our school campuses in St-Légier-La Chiésaz, and little ones as young as 18 months at our Les Marronniers Nursery in Vevey.
At heart, however, Haut-Lac remains a close-knit, family-oriented school. The founding directors’ vision of a high-quality bilingual school where children feel welcomed and appreciated is embodied in everything we do. The principles that governed the school attended by their children continue to guide our dedicated team as it nurtures confident, globally-minded young learners.
Within a culture of well-being for all, Haut-Lac empowers students to:
As an IB World School accredited by leading organisations such as CIS, AVDEP and WAoS, Haut-Lac upholds the highest standards in teaching, learning and student well-being.
We stay abreast of new advances in the world of education through strong partnerships with institutions like HEP and EPFL in Lausanne, and ensure our teachers attend regular workshops and peer coaching sessions to refine and update their skills.
Students aged 3 to 18 from over 64 countries come to Haut-Lac International Bilingual School to learn, grow and connect in a global setting.
Whether they arrive speaking only English or French, both languages or neither, they rapidly develop the bilingual communication skills required to learn, interact, collaborate and play with peers every day.
The Haut-Lac House system brings students and staff together into four Houses to create a sense of community and friendly rivalry across all ages.
This setup:
Charity: School in Lapu, Nepal
Charity: World Bicycle Relief
Charity: Karin Dom orphanage in Bulgaria
Charity: The Children’s Nutrition Program of Haiti
A new programme. Student achievement. Alumni success.
Check our school blog regularly to read all about them.
| Haut-Lac | Switzerland (VD) | France | GB | USA | Belgium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INFANT / ENFANTINE | |||||
| E1 | — | Maternelle | Preschool | Pre-Kindergarten | 1ère Maternelle |
| E2 | 1H | Moyenne Section | Reception | Pre-Kindergarten | 2ème Maternelle |
| E3 | 2H | Grande Section | Y1 | Kindergarten | 3ème Maternelle |
| PRIMARY / PRIMAIRE | |||||
| P1 | 3H | CP | Y2 | GRADE 1 | 1P |
| P2 | 4H | CE 1 | Y3 | GRADE 2 | 2P |
| P3 | 5H | CE 2 | Y4 | GRADE 3 | 3P |
| P4 | 6H | CM 1 | Y5 | GRADE 4 | 4P |
| P5 | 7H | CM 2 | Y6 | GRADE 5 | 5P |
| SECONDARY / SECONDAIRE | |||||
| MYP 1 | 8H | 6 | Y7 | GRADE 6 | 6P |
| MYP 2 | 9H | 5 | Y8 | GRADE 7 | 1 |
| MYP 3 | 10H | 4 | Y9 | GRADE 8 | 2 |
| MYP 4 | 11H | 3 | Y10 | GRADE 9 | 3 |
| MYP 5 | 1ère année gymnase | 2 | Y11 (GCSE) | GRADE 10 | 4 |
| IB1 | 2ème année gymnase | 1 | Y12 | GRADE 11 | 5 |
| IB2 | 3ème année gymnase | Terminale | Y13 | GRADE 12 | 6 |
| DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES AT HAUT-LAC | |||||
| IB Diploma Programme | IB Career-Related Programme | IB Sport & Study | US High School Diploma | |||||
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You will need to attach the following documents to your Haut-Lac application:
Haut-Lac offers two teaching streams:
Students must be fluent in at least English or French to join the bilingual section.
They can also start their journey in the English section, but take intensive French classes and switch to the bilingual section when they are ready.
The number of places available at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School varies throughout the year due to international student departures.
We recommend contacting our admissions team to inquire about current availabilities.
It is also best to book a place on the waiting list for our bilingual early childhood classes in advance.
Yes. Haut-Lac International Bilingual School accepts students throughout the year, depending on availability.
We encourage you to apply early to secure a place for your child.
Our admissions team manages waiting lists for both school and boarding placements.
Priority is given based on the date of application and to siblings of current students.
We strive to accommodate as many students as possible while maintaining high standards of education.
Entry exams at Haut-Lac vary according to grade level and specific student situations.
We examine student school reports and references, and may ask students to take an additional assessment to help us determine the best placement for them.
Students can join Haut-Lac’s bilingual stream if they are fluent in either English or French.
An assessment of their language proficiency and academic readiness will be conducted to ensure they have the skills to follow a fully bilingual programme.
Students can start their journey in the English section, but take intensive French classes and switch to the bilingual section when they are ready.
Our inclusive approach and Individual Needs coordinators ensure students with mild individual needs receive the necessary support to succeed academically and socially.
However, the school has a quota of mild individual needs students per class year and may not be able to accept all candidates.
Please contact our admissions office to discuss your child’s specific needs.
Absolutely!
We encourage prospective families to visit Haut-Lac International Bilingual School.
Please schedule a visit to tour our facilities, meet our staff and experience our vibrant community first-hand.
Children must be 3 years old and nappy-free on their first day of school to join our Pre-kindergarten and Early Years Learning Section.
We accept children throughout the academic year and are very experienced in helping them settle in.
We provide a comprehensive support system to help children transition smoothly to Haut-Lac School.
This includes orientation sessions, a buddy system and regular check-ins with teachers to ensure new students feel welcomed and supported.
Yes, prospective boarding students and their families are welcome to visit our boarding house.
Please schedule a visit to explore our boarding facilities, meet our boarding staff, and learn more about the boarding experience at Haut-Lac.
