How to Choose a Swiss Boarding School
How do you choose a Swiss boarding school when so many sound the same on paper? This practical guide walks parents and students through the six things that really matter — curriculum, boarding model, language, location, accreditations, and fees — with honest insights from Haut-Lac International Bilingual School.
Why the IB by Haut-Lac Alumni
Who best to get advice from on IB studies, applying to university and starting work than people who have been there, done that? People like the Haut-Lac School ambassadors and graduates, who came back to share their experiences and tips with our current students at the first Haut-Lac Alumni Summit. From the sciences and finance […]
20 years of IB programme success at Haut-Lac
Our Class of 2025 graduates averaged 35 points in the IB Diploma Programme. The global average? 30.58. And that gap tells a story. Over the past twenty years, we’ve refined how we support students at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School so each one gets what they need to succeed. Their 100% pass rate speaks for itself, but our approach […]
The secret to sport & study success
Every young athlete knows the tug-of-war between sport and school. Early mornings on the slopes or in the pool. Evenings filled with training instead of homework. The dream of competing at the highest level feels close enough to touch, yet the fear of falling behind in class is never far away. At Haut-Lac International Bilingual […]
5 back-to-school tips for IB World School students
Summer’s out! Ok, ok, we may be getting ahead of ourselves. There is still a week before secondary students are back on campus at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School. We just thought we’d check in with them to ensure they’re ready for the start of term. If, like our 11-18-year olds, you’re about to start a new […]
What do Haut-Lac students do after the IBCP?
That’s it! The second cohort of students at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School have completed the International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) curriculum. We caught up with them just before they headed off on study leave to find out their thoughts on this more industry-oriented IB programme. Which IB career-related studies did you choose? I chose sustainable hospitality with SUMAS. SUMAS is a university based in Gland […]
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 […]
Why study an IBCP in hospitality in Switzerland?
Everyone likes travelling. Whether it’s to see family and friends or just to get away and breathe, it’s most people’s plan A. The problem, however, is that the perpetually flourishing hospitality industry is in great need of qualified hotel managers, chefs and other personnel to continue creating exceptional experiences abroad. Sound up your street? Well, […]
9 back to school tips for IB students
Will school be back to normal this year? Only time will tell, but whatever happens we can still approach the start of term in the same way. Here are 9 things IB students can do to help them get back into the school routine and start the year successfully. Pick 2 or 3 study zones […]