Haut-Lac, International Bilingual School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / IB school in St-Légier-la Chiesaz, Switzerland. Founded in 1993. It serves 650 students for students aged 2–18. Annual tuition ranges from $27,390 to $39,710 USD.
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About
Haut-Lac is a private international bilingual school in Switzerland authorized by the IB since 2002, offering the complete continuum of IB programmes from Primary Years through Diploma and Career-related options. The school operates with both boarding and day facilities, providing instruction in English and French across multiple academic levels.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- 30 years bilingual education experience
- 96% IB Diploma pass rate
- Ski Racing Academy partnership
- Boutique boarding program
- 1:6 student-teacher ratio
University Destinations
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| E2 | CHF 27,500~$ 30,556 |
| E3 | CHF 28,550~$ 31,722 |
| P3 | CHF 29,700~$ 33,000 |
| P4 | CHF 29,850~$ 33,167 |
| P5 | CHF 30,500~$ 33,889 |
| MYP3 | CHF 36,200~$ 40,222 |
| MYP4 | CHF 37,800~$ 42,000 |
| MYP5 | CHF 38,150~$ 42,389 |
| P1-P2 | CHF 28,950~$ 32,167 |
| IB1-IB2 | CHF 40,600~$ 45,111 |
| MYP1-MYP2 | CHF 34,800~$ 38,667 |
| E1 (full-day) | CHF 27,300~$ 30,333 |
| E1 (half-day) | CHF 21,800~$ 24,222 |
| Boarding (Full Year) | $79,200 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: CHF24,900 - CHF36,100 per annum. Application fee: $3,850.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an inquiry; visit the campus; arrange an interview; apply online. Complete the online application form and upload the child's last two school reports and references. Admissions are open all year round.
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Boarding Life
Boutique Boarding House providing personalised care in a close-knit international community where every student is known, supported and encouraged to thrive.
Co-Ed Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, Part Time Boarding, Termly, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Sunday). Boutique Boarding House home to up to 32 students aged 11 to 18.
School Day
The school day runs from 8:00 to 15:30 (16:20 for Upper Secondary) on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 8:00 to 12:00 on Wednesday (13:05 in Lower Secondary and 13:45 in Upper Secondary). Breakfast Club is available from 7:15; after-school supervision and clubs are offered.
Student Life
All students are assigned to one of four houses named after Swiss cantons: Bern Bears (blue), Fribourg Falcons (red), Jura Jaguars (green) and Valais Vipers (yellow). Houses foster competition across sport, arts and academics, with student leaders such as Captains and Ambassadors.
Healthy lunches are provided for all students, including meals for allergies. School meals are designed according to the Swiss Fourchette Verte label and weekly menus are published. Boarding students' meals are included in boarding fees.
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School Background
private