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Institut Le Rosey, Rolle, Switzerland

World-Class Boarding School in Switzerland

Name: Le Rosey Boarding School in Switzerland
Start: 1970-01-01
End: 1970-01-01
Location: Institut Le Rosey

Institut Le Rosey, Rolle, Switzerland

Founded in 1880 in a Chateau from the 1300s, one of the most famous bilingual and bicultural schools in the world, in the Swiss Alps.

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Program Details

Course Description: World-Class Boarding School in Switzerland

Le Rosey offers a world-class academic curriculum designed to develop knowledgeable, curious, and well-rounded students prepared for the most competitive universities globally. With a firm emphasis on academic rigor, cultural fluency, and personal development, Le Rosey integrates both the French and English national curricula, offering students a truly bilingual education and a pathway to either the International Baccalaureate (IB) or the French Baccalaureate.

A Bilingual Academic Foundation

A cornerstone of Le Rosey’s academic approach is its bilingual English-French model, which allows students to master two major world languages while gaining insight into both Anglophone and Francophone cultural perspectives. Students choose either English or French as their principal language of instruction, while also taking regular classes in the second language. In some subjects, instruction may be delivered in the secondary language, reinforcing bilingual proficiency and bicultural awareness.

In addition, students are encouraged to study their mother tongue or an additional language, with many choosing to pursue a fourth language, enriching their global communication skills.

STAGE 1: Primary – “Juniors” (Ages 8–11)

Classes 9 to 6 | US Grades 3–6 | UK Years 4–7

The Junior School offers a dynamic, nurturing environment that lays the academic foundation through a blend of:

French National Curriculum (for French-taught subjects)
English National Curriculum (for English-taught subjects)
International Primary Curriculum (IPC) for cross-curricular and international learning

Students are grouped according to their language level (from beginner to native speaker) to ensure individual support. From Class 6 onwards, students may follow a balanced bilingual program, with a tailored curriculum based on their linguistic abilities and academic needs.

STAGE 2: Secondary – “Cadets” & “Jeunes Seniors” (Ages 12–15)

Classes 5 to 2 | US Grades 7–10 | UK Years 8–11

Secondary students begin to prepare for their final diploma pathways while enjoying flexibility in the language of instruction. They may:

Choose either English or French as their primary academic language
Study a bilingual curriculum, taking approximately 50% of subjects in each language
Pursue one or more subjects in their secondary language (L2), promoting balanced bilingualism

The curriculum adheres closely to both the UK and French national standards, adjusted for international coherence and continuity. Students and families collaborate with academic advisors to determine the best language and subject configuration for success.

STAGE 3: Seniors – Graduation Pathways (Ages 16–18)

Classes 1 & Terminale | US Grades 11–12 | UK Years 12–13

Le Rosey offers two prestigious diploma options:

1. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

A globally recognized two-year program
Combines academic excellence with holistic development
Includes six subject groups, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), an Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Subjects may be studied in English, French, or a bilingual mix
Prepares students for top universities with a balanced weekly schedule (~32 lessons/week)

Key IB Strengths at Le Rosey:

Flexibility in subject selection to align with university goals
Coursework reduces reliance on high-stakes final exams
Bilingual recognition and strong mother tongue support
Emphasis on research, reflection, and cultural analysis

2. French Baccalaureate (Le Bac)

Available in Literary, Economic, and Scientific streams
May be pursued in French only or in a bilingual format with English
Ideal for native French speakers or students aiming to study in Francophone institutions

University Placement and Global Recognition

Le Rosey graduates are accepted into the world’s most prestigious universities. Their bilingual and multicultural education, combined with academic excellence and personal maturity, opens doors to institutions such as:

United States:

Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Stanford, NYU, University of Chicago, UCLA, USC, Georgetown, MIT, and many more.

United Kingdom:

University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, UCL, LSE, Imperial College, King’s College London, Edinburgh, St Andrews, and more.

Switzerland & France:

EPFL, University of Geneva, EHL, Sorbonne, Sciences Po, ESCP, HEC, EDHEC.

Worldwide:

IE University (Spain), Bocconi (Italy), Waseda & Keio (Japan), University of Toronto & McGill (Canada), Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Tuition & Fees

Juniors (Classes 9 to 6)

Boarding Fee: 97,800 CHF
Application Fee: 3,000 CHF
Deposit Fee: 47,600 CHF (includes 1st term + 15,000 CHF for expenses)

Cadets & Seniors (Classes 5 to Terminale)

Boarding Fee: 138,900 CHF
Application Fee: 3,000 CHF
Deposit Fee: 61,300 CHF (includes 1st term + 15,000 CHF for expenses)

Le Rosey provides an academically challenging and culturally rich environment where students from over 60 nationalities thrive. Its dual-language academic model and exceptional university placement record continue to make it one of the world’s most prestigious boarding schools.

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