--- title: School Blog | Brillantmont International School in Switzerland | Swiss Boarding School (18) description: Swiss Boarding School | Brillantmont International School is a fully accredited day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 13-18 in the centre of Lausanne. (18) --- [![Brillantmont-Logo](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/CBY%20Templates/img/logo/Brillantmont-Logo.png?width=471&height=81&name=Brillantmont-Logo.png "Brillantmont-Logo")](https://www.brillantmont.ch/) - [Blog](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog) - [School](https://www.brillantmont.ch/school/our-school) - [Admissions](https://www.brillantmont.ch/admissions/why-brillantmont) - [Learning](https://www.brillantmont.ch/learning/overview) - [Boarding](https://www.brillantmont.ch/boarding/overview) ![Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News.jpg?width=1900&name=Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News.jpg "Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News") # Blog ![Summer Course in Lausanne - Switzerland - Brillantmont International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/CTAs/Summer%20Course%20in%20Lausanne%20-%20Switzerland%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg?width=1600&name=Summer%20Course%20in%20Lausanne%20-%20Switzerland%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Summer Course in Lausanne - Switzerland - Brillantmont International School") ## [The Multicultural Opportunities of Studying at an International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) December 9, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Middle_School_Girls-871377-edited.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) International schools have so many things going for them: excellent academics, beautiful campuses, prep for universities all over the world, extra-curricular activities, to just mention a few. However, one of the biggest highlights is the multicultural environment. This blog will explore how this enriches the boarding school experience. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) ## [How Can I Get Involved as a Swiss Boarding School Student?](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-can-i-get-involved-as-a-swiss-boarding-school-student) December 7, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-can-i-get-involved-as-a-swiss-boarding-school-student#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/tennisboys2.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-can-i-get-involved-as-a-swiss-boarding-school-student)  Starting life as a Swiss boarding school student offers many opportunities to create new friendships and develop skills to build a successful future. The following are some great ways to get involved at your international school and make the most of your boarding experience. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-can-i-get-involved-as-a-swiss-boarding-school-student) ## [Boarding School in Switzerland – The Day in the Life of a Student](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/boarding-school-in-switzerland-the-day-in-the-life-of-a-student) December 4, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/boarding-school-in-switzerland-the-day-in-the-life-of-a-student#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/rochersdenaye.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/boarding-school-in-switzerland-the-day-in-the-life-of-a-student)   Life at boarding school is exciting and busy. Days are filled with hard work, diverse activities, [supportive staff](http://www.brillantmont.ch/care-and-support.html), and warm friendships. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/boarding-school-in-switzerland-the-day-in-the-life-of-a-student) ## [Tips from Current International Boarding School Students](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/part-ii-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-school-experience) December 2, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/part-ii-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-school-experience#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/BM_friends.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/part-ii-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-school-experience)   The transition into a boarding school abroad can be daunting and even scary. Below, two Brillantmont students from Spain and Russia share their advice for incoming children.** ** [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/part-ii-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-school-experience) ## [How to Make the Most of Your International Boarding School Experience](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-boarding-school-experience) November 30, 2015 | [1 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-boarding-school-experience#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Students_cooking_activities-784187-edited-871783-edited.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-boarding-school-experience) Entering life at an international boarding school can be daunting and overwhelming. However, at [Brillantmont International School](http://www.brillantmont.ch/about-us.html), the heads of boarding, other staff, teachers and most importantly your fellow students are there to make this transition as smooth as possible. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-international-boarding-school-experience) ## [A Unique Look into a Swiss Boarding School Family (Part 2)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/a-unique-look-into-a-swiss-boarding-school-family) November 27, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/a-unique-look-into-a-swiss-boarding-school-family#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/Brillantmont_students_Vienna-banner.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/a-unique-look-into-a-swiss-boarding-school-family) This is part two of a series on boarding school life. We explore what it means to be a boarding school student in Switzerland with the two Heads of Boarding at Brillantmont International School. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/a-unique-look-into-a-swiss-boarding-school-family) ## [A Unique Look into a Swiss Boarding School Family (Part 1)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/interview-with-head-of-boarding-school-for-boys-martyn-dix) November 25, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/interview-with-head-of-boarding-school-for-boys-martyn-dix#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Dex_head_of_boarding_boys-697283-edited-550303-edited.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/interview-with-head-of-boarding-school-for-boys-martyn-dix) In this two part series on boarding school life, we explore what it means to be a boarding school student in Switzerland with the two Heads of Boarding at [Brillantmont International School](http://www.brillantmont.ch/about-us.html). First up is **Martyn Dix, Head of Boys' Boarding** and an integral part of all inner workings of the boarding programme. In this interview, Martyn shares with us some of the highlights of life at an international school.  [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/interview-with-head-of-boarding-school-for-boys-martyn-dix) ## [8 Reasons to Choose a Swiss Boarding School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/8-reasons-to-choose-a-swiss-boarding-school) September 15, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/8-reasons-to-choose-a-swiss-boarding-school#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/images/Lausanne/about_lausanne3-467996-edited.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/8-reasons-to-choose-a-swiss-boarding-school) **Finding the right boarding school for your child can be tricky. There are many reasons why a Swiss international school might be right for your family. From unparalleled security and discretion to exceptional educational opportunities, Switzerland provides an incredible environment for students.** [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/8-reasons-to-choose-a-swiss-boarding-school) ## [Tips for a First Time Boarder](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/tips-for-a-first-time-boarder) September 8, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/tips-for-a-first-time-boarder#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-2525831217-jpg/Blog/Photos_school_year/Middle_School_zoomed.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/tips-for-a-first-time-boarder) **One of our recent blog articles, [The Pain of Separation: A Parent’s Concern](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-pain-of-separation-a-parents-concern), addressed the anxiety that parents often deal with when separated from their boarding student. This article provides a few tips for both parents and students to help make the initial transition into boarding school smoother.** [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/tips-for-a-first-time-boarder) ## [Swiss & British Boarding Schools Contrasted](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/swiss-british-boarding-schools-contrasted) September 1, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/swiss-british-boarding-schools-contrasted#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-1391917939-jpg/images/Boys_studying.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/swiss-british-boarding-schools-contrasted) **The British, just like the Swiss, have a long and rich history of boarding school education. Centuries of refinement and excellence in both countries have brought forth some of the world’s greatest leaders, scientists, authors and more.** [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/swiss-british-boarding-schools-contrasted) [Previous](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/swiss-boarding-school/page/17) [All posts](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/all) [Next](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/swiss-boarding-school/page/19) ### Subscribe to our blog ### Connect with us - [![BM Instagram - Brillantmont International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Misc%20photos/BM%20Instagram%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png?width=31&height=31&name=BM%20Instagram%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png)](https://www.instagram.com/brillantmont_is/) - [![BM Facebook - Brillantmont International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Misc%20photos/BM%20Facebook%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png?width=31&height=31&name=BM%20Facebook%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png)](https://www.facebook.com/Brillantmont) - [![BM YouTube - Brillantmont International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Misc%20photos/BM%20YouTube%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png?width=31&height=31&name=BM%20YouTube%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.png)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiMx5RjHvx5Fb0tzKtZwOmg)   ### Search the Blog Search Google [![Register to visit our School](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/162775/d634f6cf-8be3-4911-b92c-108217b2347f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/162775/d634f6cf-8be3-4911-b92c-108217b2347f) ### Tags - [Swiss Boarding School (244)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/swiss-boarding-school) - [Study in Switzerland (172)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/study-in-switzerland) - [Boarding School (112)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/boarding-school) - [international school (108)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/international-school) - [Swiss Summer School (61)](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/topic/swiss-summer-school) ### Newest Posts ![](https://dc.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=537066&fmt=gif)