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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. 

Entering life at an international boarding school can be daunting and overwhelming. However, at Brillantmont International School, the heads of boarding, other staff, teachers and most importantly your fellow students are there to make this transition as smooth as possible.

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.