How and why I chose Glion – Bachelor’s student, Pengfei Xiao, shares his journey
As he neared the end of high school in Halifax, Canada, Pengfei Xiao felt unsure about his next step. So, he looked to his roots and found a connection to hospitality that would ultimately bring him to Switzerland. This is his story of how and why Pengfei chose Glion. Like many high school graduates, Pengfei […]
15 Questions with Wesley Batista Filho
Wesley and wife Natalia are both alumni from Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
My life as a Housemistress at Beau Soleil
Without doubt, life is all about experiences. Our past experiences shape the person we are today. Our new experiences can shape the person we become. A new experience is something that we haven’t tried before, something which opens our senses and mind to new adventures and ways of thinking. Moving your family half way around […]
After school activities: an integral part of the Beau Soleil education
At Beau Soleil we are very proud of our afternoon activities programme because it delivers one of our goals as a school which is giving every student a truly holistic education. Activities outside of the traditional classroom setting, are often referred to as “extra-curricular”. At Beau Soleil there is nothing “extra” about our afternoon activities programme. Our […]
11 advantages of attending a boarding school
by Institut Montana Zugerberg The decision to attend a boarding school can be life-changing. Even parents convinced of the advantages sometimes harbour doubts whether this step is right for their kids. Stereotypes about boarding schools often support their concerns. So, let’s cut through the stereotypes. How does it look in real life? What are the […]
Why a Swiss boarding school education is like no other
by Sarah Frei, Head of Admissions & External Relations at Brillantmont International School Switzerland is well-known for many things – mountains, skiing, amazing scenery, watches and of course chocolate! Yet, there is one domain, known to an exclusive elite – boarding schools. Founded decades ago, they are considered among the best in the world and […]
A network for life
My life in a boarding school in Switzerland, discovering a world of respect and accepting of differences A network for life By Christophe-Xavier Clivaz I had the good fortune of spending several years in a boarding school in Switzerland where I was surrounded by people of over 120 nationalities. I would like to share with […]
360° Virtual Campus Tour
We are pleased to present a brand new way to experience Aiglon’s unique alpine campus, a 360º Virtual Tour. Now, no matter where in the world you are, you can experience our campus. Our school is its very own village within a village. Comprised of over 30 buildings and chalets, each is different in design […]
Swiss Learning in Rome 18 November 2021
Swiss Learning, in collaborazione con l’Ambasciata di Svizzera in Italia, ha il piacere di invitare gli amici della Svizzera ed ex allievi ad una conferenza seguita da un cocktail Il futuro dell’educazione Giovedi 18 novembre alle 18:30 Circolo Canottieri Aniene Lungotevere dell’Acqua Acetosa, 119 – Roma Benvenuto di S.E. l’Ambasciatrice Monika Schmutz Kirgöz Durante il […]
Swiss Learning in Istanbul 16 November 2021
The Consulate General of Switzerland and Swiss Learning, in partnership with the Swiss Chamber of Commerce in Turkey and the Swiss Business Hub, have the pleasure to invite friends of Switzerland and alumni to a Journey in the World of Excellence Tuesday, 16th November 2021 11:30AM – 2.00PM Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul, Room Neuchâtel Visnezade […]