College Alpin Beau Soleil

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Villars, Vaud
Boarding School

Overview

Founded in 1910, Collège Alpin Beau Soleil has long been regarded as one of Switzerland’s finest schools. Our reputation is based not only on our holistic approach to education, but also our commitment to internationalism, warm boarding community, and strong values.
Uniquely located in a beautiful alpine village high in the Swiss Alps, Beau Soleil is a safe, inspiring, and exciting place to learn. Home to just 300 students – almost all of whom are full-time boarders – our school is like a family, where everyone receives the attention and guidance they need to thrive academically and flourish as an individual.

Our educational philosophy empowers our students to be the best they can be. Learning is personalised to individual strengths, passions, and ambitions, and stretches way beyond the classroom and campus.

Life-changing opportunities – from whole-school challenges and global expeditions to our Winter Sports Programme – develop a breadth of skills, attributes, and experiences. They also nurture our students’ understanding and appreciation of the world around them.

Inspired by passionate teachers and a caring community, our students gain outstanding academic results. This prepares them for the future of their choice – including courses at prestigious universities around the world.

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Type of school
Boarding School
Age range
Gender

Co-Education

Curriculum
American Curriculum - International Baccalaureate
Yearly fee

from 150000 to CHF

Foundation

Founded in 1910

Nationalities

55 different nationalities

Nr of students

300+students

Academics

International Baccalaureate (French | English | Bilingual), American High School Diploma

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Curriculum
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
Examinations
French Baccalaureate, IB Diploma, IGCSE
Language of instruction
Accreditations

CIS, ECIS, IBO, NEASC, SGIS, AISH, ROUND SQUARE

Extra curricular

Activities for everyone
Whether it’s slaloming through the Swiss Alps, debating global issues, or immersing themselves in music, our students discover their passions on our thriving co-curricular programme.

Sports
From the traditional to the out-of-the-ordinary, our sports programme offers a myriad of opportunities to get moving, hone talents, and compete. Activities include team sports like basketball, football, and volleyball, as well as the chance to shine individually on the badminton court or golf course. We also offer bouldering, track cycling, night ski touring, Taekwondo, and more.

Performing and creative arts
Our students’ creativity shines at co-curricular clubs that span the creative and performing arts. Aspiring actors, directors, and producers stage our impressive school production, while the Beau Soleil band, rock group, and hip-hop dance troupe demonstrate the breadth of our community’s musical talents.

Community service
Through a range of service activities, our students discover their place in the world – and use their determination to make a difference. Our Model United Nations programme encourages colourful debate and discussion on global themes, while our Les Gentianes project sees our learners support people in the community.

Hobbies
We cater for a diverse range of interests at Beau Soleil, offering a selection of unique clubs and activities that bring like-minded students together. From cooking and baking to dog walking and outdoor reading; debating historical events to publishing a school newspaper, we pride ourselves on offering something for everyone.

Professional Learning Programmes
Our Professional Learning Programmes inspire future entrepreneurs, exposing students to diverse industries and enabling them to earn formal qualifications. In our Student-Led Business Initiatives, they gain practical business experience through active participation in founding and running one of three unique student-run enterprises, covering areas like marketing, e-commerce, and product development.

Our Professional Learning Programmes inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, introducing students to different industries and giving them the opportunity to gain formal qualifications.

Our Student-Led Business Initiatives empower future business leaders by offering a dynamic platform for acquiring business experience. Through hands-on involvement in areas like founding a business, marketing, e-commerce, customer service, and product development, students not only learn crucial business skills but can also actively participate in operating one of our three distinct student-run enterprises.

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Facilities

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Campus Facilities

Classrooms
Library
Arts room
Music room
Gym
Science room
Basketball court
Soccer court
Computer room
Parking

Tuition and fees per year

Annual tuition fees

The annual tuition fees at College Alpin Beau Soleil range from CHF 150000 to CHF , depending on the student's grade level and chosen program.

Scholarships

The school has not yet provided details about available scholarships. For more information, please contact the Admissions Department by clicking the "Get in touch" button on this page.

Things to know

Enrollment phase

Secondary

Minimum Enrollment Duration

This school requires a minimum enrollment of 12 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.

Student Community

College Alpin Beau Soleil welcomes a vibrant community of 300 students representing 55 different nationalities.

Student-teacher ratio

4:1

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Frequently Asked Questions about College Alpin Beau Soleil

Tuition fees for College Alpin Beau Soleil range from 150000 to CHF per year.

The school has not yet provided details about available scholarships. For more information, please contact the Admissions Department by clicking the “Get in touch” button on this page.
At Beau Soleil, we believe it’s what you do that counts: Our international boarding school community in Switzerland offers an outstanding environment combined with a holistic educational philosophy, encouraging students to become responsible and ambitious world citizens.
This institution has a total enrollment of 300 students.

College Alpin Beau Soleil

Curriculum: American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate

From 150000 to CHF

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Which activities this school offers

Adventure Activities

CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service)

Community Service and Outreach Programs

Culinary Arts

Cultural Exchange Programs

Debate and Public Speaking Clubs

Entrepreneurship and Business Clubs

Environmental and Sustainability Clubs

Model United Nations (MUN)

Music

Performing Arts

Robotics and Coding Clubs

Science and STEM Clubs

Sports

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Visual Arts

Yoga and Meditation

Campuses

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