La Garenne International School

5.0 (12 reviews) Ch. des Chavasses N°23, 1885, Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud, Switzerland View map

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About La Garenne International School

In short: La Garenne International School is a private, secular, co-ed international school in Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland. It offers the IB. Stages: preschool, primary, middle school and high school (ages 3–18). Taught in English and French. Families rate it 5.0 out of 5 (12 reviews).

La Garenne School has been delivering exceptional education to thousands of children since 1947. La Garenne welcomes up to 165 students aged from 5 to 18 years. The setting is designed to prepare students for life beyond La Garenne, and to set their sights on prestigious higher education establishments across the world. Younger students board in cosy, comfortable accommodation in the heart of the original school estate where their house parents take care of their every need. La Garenne is owned and run by the second generation of the Swiss Méan family and retains its character as an intimate, friendly and caring community in the heart of the Swiss Alps. KEY FACTS Places available: 120 boarders and 30-45 day students Age range: 5 to 18 years Annual Fees: from CHF 37'000 (day students); CHF 72'500 (boarders) easy access to mountains and lakes. The state-of-the-art Le Roc building is next to the Villars cable car. Nationalities: 30+ nationalities. that no single one dominates. School founded: 1947 ACADEMIC Ratio Staff / Students: 1:2 and Design, History, Geography, Music, PE, ICT, Communication Skills and more. ACCREDITATIONS CIS - Council of International Schools FSEP - Swiss Association of Private Schools Sports Ski Academy Football Academy Expeditions Trips abroad SUMMER CAMPS Dates: July and August Length of stay: from 2- 6 weeks Places available: 170 residential and day students Age range: 5 to 16 years

Type: Private
Faith: Secular
Gender: Co-ed
Ages: 3–18
Approach: General Curriculum

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Curriculum and languages

International programmes

This IB accredited World School prides itself on its personal approach and individualised education for students from over 30 countries. Older students are based at the state-or-the-art Le Roc campus, where graduates study for the International Baccalaureate. In the Primary School (ages 5-10), children follow the International Primary Curriculum, which prepares them well for the transition to our Secondary School, where they study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. Curriculum: Primary, Middle Years Programmes; High School Diploma, IB Diploma. International Baccalaureate (IB)

Languages

La Garenne prides itself on its long and rich history as a bilingual place of learning. While the main language for academic subjects is English, we believe that language learning is vitally important and students are encouraged to master French through ongoing tuition and special projects. We keep a balance of nationalities and languages spoken so Subjects: Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, French, Art DELF-DALF Activities: excursions, professional sports coaching, fun activities, language learning.

Stages and ages

In the Primary School (ages 5-10), children follow the International Primary Curriculum, which prepares them well for the transition to our Secondary School, where they study the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.

Educational approach

14students per class, at most

Principles

The school’s philosophy is based on providing individual attention to each and every student, encouraging a passion for learning, developing international mindedness and ensuring the rounded development of all the young people in our care academically, socially and emotionally. Our holistic approach means that no students are “left behind” and we have a full programme of support for those with special needs.

Extracurricular activities

EXTRA-CURRICULAR After-school clubs

Facilities and services

Sports facilities

Learning facilities

Our facilities and dedicated staff enable us to deliver programme options typically found at much larger institutions. Older students are based at the state-or-the-art Le Roc campus, where graduates study for the International Baccalaureate. Campus: Villars-sur-Ollon overlooks the Rhone Valley and the Swiss Riviera, giving students

Learning support and inclusion

Our holistic approach means that no students are “left behind” and we have a full programme of support for those with special needs.

Awards and accreditations

This IB accredited World School prides itself on its personal approach and individualised education for students from over 30 countries.

Reviews of La Garenne International School

5.0

12 reviews from families and Google

Hana· Student5· 6 years ago

"I love the activities in the afternoon. I enjoy writing in class and my English teacher is great. Also the lunches are yummy!"

Lou· Student5· 6 years ago

"Les activités étaient très bien, il y avait une ambiance géniale et nous avons beaucoup rigolé avec les moniteurs."

Jennifer· Student5· 6 years ago

"I love the new boarding house, Beau Site, it is like staying in a hotel. I definitely want to come back to summer camp next year".

Naomi M.· Family5· 6 years ago

“I believe Yasumasa had a pleasant time, due to support by all teachers and staffs. He told me lots of stories of the programme, and mostly enjoyed chocolate factory, walking in the mountain, and laser gun game. He also could learn how to play chess. I really thank to you, and wish you a pleasant summer.”

Cobi· Family5· 6 years ago

"Please allow me here to special thanks to Celine, your helpful and informative which helps us a lot easier from the registration and to the first day my child board in, and until safe home. Also please pass my deepest thanks to Mr Mean of his immediate response and assistance, we are worry free even though my child is in some medical issue during the camping. Your team efficiency and well organising are very impressing us. Last but not least, thanks to those leader and helper brings lot of fun and such memorable experience to my boy. We wish you and school all the best and ever success. For sure we will highly recommend your school to our friends and business partners in future.”

Grisha· Student5· 6 years ago

My name is Grisha, I am 10 years old and I come from Russia. I came here six years ago and right now I am in Year 5 and my teacher is Jenny. I have made a lot of friends at La Garenne and I have a best friend. My favourite lessons are Maths, IPC and Sport and my favourite sports are football and basketball. I live in the La Garenne main building because I’m a Mini, but the Juniors live nearby in the new Beau Site building. La Garenne building is the original school building, with beautifully renovated boarding facilities and dining room. I like the expeditions because we get to go to different places and it’s really fun and challenging. I also like the after-school clubs because you can choose what do you want to do. In IPC we are learning about the Ancient Greeks and Romans and it is very interesting. In the winter we learn how to ski and at the end of the season we have a ski race. At the weekends we have activities after lunch and it is really fun. My favourites are playing football and going to the cinema.

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