Made for you
We tailor our exceptional range of learning opportunities to realise the potential of your child. Choose from 5 international diplomas, English, French and Bilingual programmes, 120 extra-curricular activities, and collaborations with MIT and The Juilliard School.
Made for Global CitizensWe develop our students to become compassionate global citizens and leaders. Our ‘RISE’ values of Respect, Internationalism, Spirit and Excellence, are at the heart of everything we do, bringing together more than 110 nationalities and cultures to create one family.
Made for Swiss ExcellenceAs a Swiss international school, we set the highest standards of excellence in everything we do, encouraging our students to be ambitious and reach for their dreams. Founded in 1960 by a Swiss educator and the Canton of Geneva, we offer precision, high standards and inclusivity.
Day and Boarding School in SwitzerlandAll our students work and live together as one community. This creates diverse friendships and enables an exceptional range of learning opportunities. Regarded as one of the Top 10 most prestigious schools in the world, our students enjoy exceptional facilities and access to Geneva.
We have organised the information available for this school into 10 sections and 33 questions. Click or tap on the name of each section to read more.
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Number of students
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1900
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Number of nationalities represented in the school
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110+
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Most common nationality
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Swiss
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Native English and French speaking teachers
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Yes
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Language support for students not fluent in English and French
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Yes
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Additional language classes offered by the school
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German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin
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Max. number of students per class
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20
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Average number of students per class
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13
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Does the school employ teaching assistants?
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Yes
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Use of technology in the classroom
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At Collège du Léman, we believe there is no substitute for great teaching. We use technology to enhance our inspirational lessons, not to replace them.
From an early age, students have access to tablets in class and learn how to use it safely. As they get older, they receive their own devices, which they can use to take notes, research subjects, and carry out assignments.
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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)
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College du Léman is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of 65+ schools around the world, providing access to a worldwide Virtual School Experience. It means your child always has access to personalised learning taught by our world-class teachers. During Covid quarantine, no matter where our CDL familes were in the world, we could still welcome their child into their classroom through our virtual school.
All our students were able to :
Participate in lessons in real-time with their world-class teachers wherever possible
Receive and submit assignments
Collaborate with their peers
Develop essential skills independently
Be recognised for their outstanding work
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External examinations or assessments available
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IB Diploma, American High School Diploma, Baccalauréat Français, Swiss Maturité
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Results in these examinations
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Past three year average: 97% pass rate across all diplomas
6th consecutive year of 100% success rate for the French Baccalaureate
5th consecutive year of 100% success rate for the Swiss Maturité
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Do teachers assign homework to their students?
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Yes
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
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Collège du Léman Learning Support department assists students with diagnosed specific learning needs such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADD and ADHD.
We strongly believe that all students deserve a high-quality education within a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum so that they can reach their potential, enhance their self-esteem, and maintain their interest and enjoyment in their studies. All Collège du Léman students can benefit from our expertise as we use a wide range of teaching techniques.
We work in close collaboration with parents, classroom teachers, external therapists and school counsellors to ensure students’ educational needs are being met.
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Learning support offered
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Learning Support specialized SEN (Special Educational Needs) teachers offer classes in Numeracy, Literacy and Study Skills for both Middle School and High School from Grade 6 to 12. Small groups are taught in our classrooms, which are fully equipped with the newest effective learning resources, including interactive whiteboards, all providing a multisensory hands-on learning experience.
Progress is monitored regularly and programmes are altered to suit the needs of the student.
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students
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CDL offers a stimulating programme for children with exceptional academic abilities.
As well as the diverse curriculum, CDL offers a Gifted and Talented initiative for students who excel in the classroom. Those students are invited to take part in an optional programme of tuition and guest speakers, who can unlock new wonders in certain curriculum subjects.
Students with an aptitude for learning can discover fresh inspiration from studying it at a higher level.
At Collège du Léman, we want every child to feel stimulated and inspired by learning.
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Student access to education psychologist
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Yes
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Entry evaluation for students
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Yes
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Brief description of entry evaluation required
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As part of our Admissions process, our team of academic, pastoral and learning support specialists review all applications (including previous academic and pastoral records) and evaluate the availability of an appropriate place and of any support services that might be required (for example language skills or learning support needs). Additionally, boarding students are asked to submit video interview questions.
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Deadline for registration (new academic year)
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No deadline, please contact our Admissions team anytime!
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Students can join after academic year begins
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CDL does accept students during the year if families are re-locating from elsewhere, but places are understandably limited.
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Supervised care before/after school
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Yes
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School bus service available
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Our internal fleet of more than 30 buses pick up many of our students every day, as close to their homes as possible. These buses are equipped with wifi, and our GPS tracking enables us to monitor our routes so that we can get the children to school as quickly as possible.
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School provided lunches
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Yes
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Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)
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Yes
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Uniform required
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Students from Pre-School to end of Primary are required to wear a uniform. Middle and High School students are not.
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Sports facilities at the school
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Our Olympus gymnasium is home to our Panthers Basketball team and the outstanding Athletics team. All our students enjoy the gym as an integral part of their curriculum. Our boarding students also have access to a well-equipped fitness centre. We have active tennis and football teams. Students benefit from coaching on extensive tennis courts and football fields. CDL also owns 2 Surprise class sailboats, and students can learn to sail. Lake Geneva offers a spectacular setting surrounded by the Jura mountains and the Alps.
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school
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You want the best for your child. So do we.
Collège du Léman is a welcoming and beautiful place to learn. Our commitment to global thinking will help your child succeed anywhere, and our individual approach will allow them to discover their true potential.
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Teaching approach of the school
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From their early years, CDL helps your child discover the skills that will make them a success. CDL's personalised approach to education allows them to choose their own path, while the school's focus on critical thinking and leadership helps them to mark themselves out in the world.
CDL's curriculum provides an exceptional set of learning opportunities. Students learn through English or French or may choose to follow the Bilingual programme from Preschool upwards, as they work towards a variety of diplomas; the highly-regarded International Baccalaureate, the Swiss Maturité, the American High School diploma or the French Baccalaureate.
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Learning
Choosing an international school in Switzerland is an important decision. CDL will introduce new thinking, languages and cultures, encourage your child to achieve more and open doors to top universities worldwide.
Our community is composed of families from all over the world. We embrace the fundamental values of respect, internationalism, team spirit and excellence and educate our students to be principled, open-minded, inquisitive, involved and responsible as they prepare for global citizenship.
Our curriculum provides an exceptional set of learning opportunities. Students learn through English or French or may choose to follow the Bilingual programme from Preschool upwards, as they work towards a variety of diplomas; the highly-regarded International Baccalaureate, the Swiss Maturité, the American High School diploma or the French Baccalaureate.
Facilities
Our landscaped campus offers your child's a relaxing place to learn, as well as an opportunity to experience the beauty of Switzerland. Here our students are within easy reach of both the city and the mountains, and have the freedom to study, make new friends and discover new interests.
Our facilities are improving all the time, adding new technologies and creating a more pleasant environment for students. Our 5,000 square metre state-of-the-art Olympus Gymnasium is brand new, providing the school with a modern multi-purpose building for sport and culture.
Our campus features light and modern classrooms in which students can learn, working in groups and individually using the latest technology.
We offer recreational areas that allow children the space to play outside, while re-creating the campus feel of a modern university.
Boarding
While many schools educate students to have excellent academic results, Boarding Schools allow students to develop other important characteristics as well; these include greater Confidence, Community Spirit, Independence, Responsibility and Self-motivation. In addition to this, our truly international community enhances Social Skills, Cultural Awareness and Respect for others. We believe that these characteristics are essential for our children to step confidently into the world and make their mark, each one equipped with the tools and the values to make a difference.
Students relax and sleep in attractive residential villas, which accommodate up to 250 students. Your child will share a room with between one and three other students, and boarding students are encouraged to decorate their rooms to suit their tastes.
