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School details
| Number of students |
70 |
| Most common nationality |
Canadian |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. Some are French speakers but all speak English, all instruction is in 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 SAT, ACT, and Advanced Placement (AP) Exams. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Several hours a day, which can be completed during prep periods in the academic day |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, academic accommodations are available to students |
| 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 applicants will participate in an admission interview |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
January 15, however 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 as approved by the Head of School |
| School start time |
08:00 |
| 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 and are provided with a transportation pass |
| School provided lunches |
Students enjoy lunch at a facility in town, it is included with 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, student council |
| 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, Gap Year |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
Students live with local host families in the community |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Neuchâtel Junior College offers the exceptional opportunity to study Canadian curriculum in Switzerland. Students take Ontario Grade 12 courses in their final year of High School or Gap Year with an International focus. They gain an authentic cultural and French language experience by living with Swiss, French-speaking hosts. Extensive travel experiences with full year or one-semester options. Courses are prerequisites for Canadian, US and international university admission. A pre-university academically rigorous life experience making students stand out on university applications. Students develop life-long friendships and gain exceptional independence and life skills in preparation for university and for the global workplace. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Neuchâtel Junior College ignites a lifelong sense of adventure, courage and purpose through an extraordinary, immersive education. Our purpose is reflected in every aspect of life at NJC and serves as the foundation for our progressive approach to education. For over 60 years, our program has consistently resulted in graduates who are knowledgeable, confident, independent and leaders of their own lives. |
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