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Ages 17 to 18

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CityBern
CurriculumCanadian
Leaving qualificationAP
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 17 to 18
Boarding available - Yes
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications AP
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 13 students / class
Maximum 22 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: CHF 58,720
to: CHF 58,720
Address: Rue du Crêt-Taconnet 4, 2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland

The school offers education to boarding students who live with pension family.
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Number of students

70

Most common nationality

Canadian

Native English speaking teachers

Yes. Some are French speakers but all speak English.

Additional language classes offered by the school

French in school and German or Italian at a local college.

Max. number of students per class

22

Average number of students per class

13

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

No

Use of technology in the classroom

Yes

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

No

External examinations or assessments available

Option to complete Advanced Placement Exams.

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes.

Approximate hours of homework given

Several hours a day.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Academic accommodations are available.

Learning support offered

Student with Individual Education Plans based on a psycho-educational assessment can receive academic supports.

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Opportunities for academic enrichment through a rigorous academic program and leadership opportunities.

Entry evaluation for students

All students will have an admission interview.

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

February 3, but applications are accepted and offers made after this time until spaces are filled.

Students can join after academic year begins

Usually not and only under special circumstances.

School start time

8:00

School finish time

16:00

Supervised care before/after school

Students are of age to be unsupervised but the school building is open until 9 p.m. for student access.

School bus service available

Students take public transportation.

School provided lunches

Students eat lunch at a facility in town included in tuition.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes.

Uniform required

No

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Film dance, social media, drama, photography, yearbook, hockey, soccer, rugby, running, basketball, volleyball, swimming, rowing, sailing, skiing, snowboarding, skating, hiking, leaders program.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes. We are part of the Swiss Group of International Schools.

Facilities at the school

Library, science lab, student centre.

Grades/ages available for boarding

Grade 12

Boarding facilities at the school

Students live with families in the community.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Neuchatel Junior College offers the unique opportunity to study Canadian curriculum abroad. While living in Switzerland in a French community, students enjoy an international education through travel and experiential learning in Europe. Gap year and Grade 12 high school students gain international experience and develop independence and life skills that prepare them for university and the global workplace.

Teaching approach of the school

Igniting a lifelong sense of adventure, courage and purpose through an extraordinary, immersive education.

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