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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.

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.

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. 

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.

One of our recent blog articles, The Pain of Separation: A Parent’s 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.

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.

Just as the houses of Hogwarts - Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff & Slytherin - brought students together and created close-knit communities within a large school, so the houses of Brillantmont foster a sense of family and belonging. 

"A family sized school, a family-owned guest house – the boundaries between education and resort blended together in domestic intimacy." 
~ Francesco Della Casa, Cantonal Architect and friend of the Frei family

In 1900, Lausanne was home to more than one hundred Swiss boarding schools. Known for being a secure centre for excellent schooling, Lausanne has a long history of education.

In our previous blog article, Why study in Lausanne: Capital of Sports, we discussed the rich history of sports in Lausanne and the opportunities that the city has to offer for boarding and day students from all over the world.

This article will explore other reasons to send your child to Swiss boarding school in Lausanne including its multicultural haven.

Our recent blog post outlined the Swiss public education system, the content of which varies greatly from canton to canton. For many children, the Swiss system meets their needs and provides them with the challenge and the knowledge to take them to the next stage of their lives.

Switzerland offers a diverse array of both private and state schools. Each of the twenty-six cantons has authority over their own public schools, creating quite a bit of variety among their educational institutions. It can be difficult to make the right choice for your child when it comes to their middle school and high school education. Some parents look in their neighborhood for the nearest school and send their child there. However, others broaden their search to include the whole country or sometimes even the whole world to find the best place for their children. Which kind of parent are you?