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, […]
How steam forms the innovators of tomorrow
Twenty years’ ago, when I asked my Science teacher why I had to learn about Pavlov and his dog if I didn’t want to be a scientist, she replied “because it’s part of the curriculum”. In one way, I guess she was right but it was not the answer that was going to get me […]
For athletes Axel & Victoria, success is a mindset
Haut-Lac student-athletes Victoria and Axel are enjoying a month’s rest after a very successful ski season with elite ski team, Ski Valais. We therefore managed to catch up with them to find out more about their sport, and of course to congratulate them. It’s not easy achieving such superb performances in slalom, giant slalom and super […]
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 […]
Developing students resilience early at school
The pressure many primary and secondary students find themselves under nowadays as they go through their primary, MYP, DP and CP courses is immense. Gone are the days of governments trying to fill their university places by tempting students with grants, or of graduates happily taking jobs at home whilst searching for the “right” position […]
8 tips to prepare myp5 students for the IBDP & CP
Do you want to plan your future, or point yourself in the right direction? Here are a few simple steps you can take during MYP5 and over the summer to help get you started. CHOOSE YOUR FIELD First things first. What domain or field of interest appeals to you? Rather than imagining your future […]