All children in some form or another have genius; the trick is to bring it out in them" Charlie Chaplin PRIVATE SCHOOL IN BLONAY (SWITZERLAND) SINCE 1966 Swiss quality & tradition A personalized family environment Founded in 1966 by Mathilde and Jean Wegmüller, Chantemerle is a Swiss private school located in Blonay in the canton of Vaud. Chantemerle welcomes boarding and day school students from the age of 5, for academic year, language immersion or holiday programs. Over the years, Chantemerle has established an international reputation for the quality of its teaching and its personalized family atmosphere. Ideally located, overlooking Lake Geneva and the Alps, Chantemerle offers a peaceful, healthy and structured environment in nature. Our objective, our approach, our values Our objective is to help every student to reach their potential through personal and academic success. STAY POSITIVE, NEVER GIVE UP Our approach takes a positive look at the student. It is based on the idea that every students can succeed providing they evolve in a caring and rigorous learning environment, where they are active in their learning and encouraged in their progress. In an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world, we are passing on authentic values and practical skills to the next generation: RESPECT AND FRIENDSHIP Values Skills Positivity Team spirit Perseverance Solution-oriented Respect Critical thinking Solidarity Rigour Simplicity Creativity SIMPLICITY AND NATURE A peaceful and healthy environment in nature Chantemerle offers a well balanced family environment where students of all ages and backgrounds learn to live together, to become independent and responsible. 60 students from 5 to 18 years old, Boarding and day students 50% Swiss, 50% international Personalized attention and care 24/7 supervision, school nurse on site Shuttle service Connecting with nature is a challenge for the digital generation. Creative activities and learning moments in nature are an important part in Chantemerle's curriculum and ethos. Our academic programs School year Educational Language camps immersion Primary school French Middle-school Winter, Spring or High school & Bilingual Summer programs French/English Swiss Matura Baccalauréat IB diploma Official private education SWISS / INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITIES, From primary school to high school diploma BUSINESS & HOTEL SCHOOLS Complementary to the Swiss public system, SWISS MATURA INTERNATIONAL FRENCH BACCALAUREATE BACCALAUREATE (IB) Chantemerle offers an internationally recognized (Program in French) (English or bilingual program) program and prepares students for the Swiss Federal Matura, the French Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB). 15-18 years: UPPER SECONDARY SCHOOL Chantemerle offers a caring and structured environment for high school students preparing for the Swiss Matura, the Our pedagogical approach is guided by tradition and French Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate (IB) common sense: A systematic, step-by-step approach to build a solid foundation 11-15 years: LOWER SECONDARY SCHOOL To become autonomous with a positive attitude Small class sizes that allow for active and about learning, to prepare for high school personalized teaching Accompanied personal work to develop learning methods and autonomy 5-10 years : PRIMARY SCHOOL To lay a solid educational foundation Regular assessments to encourage and recognise and to develop basic skills progress The effectiveness of our approach is validated by the excellent results obtained each year in national and An internationally recognized program taught in French cantonal examinations. with a strong emphasis on English and German languages from the first years of primary school. Valuing diversity Learning styles and multiple intelligences In a contemporary reality, 1 in 5 students are presenting with learning differences (dyslexia, dysorthographia and dyscalculia, attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorders, high achievers). Recognizing and valuing diversity in the classroom is a major challenge for any educational system. At Chantemerle, students with learning differences are integrated into the regular class. The teachers, the student and the parents work together, often with the help of an external specialist, to implement a personalized coaching plan. Feeling understood and accepted, the student regains confidence, motivation and self-esteem. In small groups, surrounded by attentive and trained teachers, the student can progress at his/her own pace. Study abroad / Gap year A life changing experience From September to June, Chantemerle proposes language immersion programmes (2-week to 10- month stays). Immersion programs can be in French or bilingual French/ English with the possibility of completing a full academic year. Study abroad and gap year programmes are usually encouraged by schools in many countries as they bring clear benefits to students : Learning a new language with official certifications Experience a new education system and culture Validate a school year abroad and return home with no interruption of their studies Discover the beauty and uniqueness of Switzerland Sport, art and study programs Following one's dream The Sport-Art-Study programs are specifically designed for elite sport or art students to pursue an official academic education along with intensive art or sport training (8-12 hours / week). Most candidates for these programs are high achievers, motivated and autonomous students looking to join elite competition teams or access to US universities with sport scholarships. STUDY SPORTS DANCE MUSIC Swiss Matura Football, Ba sketball Classical ballet & Piano French Baccalaureate Hockey s/glace contemporary Violin IB diploma Golf, Tennis dance Cello Équitation Guitar Sailing, skiing Summer and winter programs A time to learn, discover and have fun Throughout the year, Chantemerle offers educational, linguistic and sports camps where students learn to live in a community, develop their sense of responsibility and independance while studying, having fun and discovering Switzerland. Arts, culture and Learning programs Sport academies Fun sport & activities excursions French, English, German Football Elite Academy Thabo NBA Basketball Nature walks Creative workshops Maths revisions Riviera Tennis Lake & mountains Visual arts Parcours & fitness Golf de Lavaux Cooking classes Inventors for a better world Archery, climbing Sailing school Circus skills Innovation, leadership Soccer, basketball, Equestrian school Performing arts volleyball, sailing Visits & excursions Skiing & snowboarding Europa-Park Personal development Human values and practical skills In a rapidly changing world, it is important to focus not only on knowledge but also on human values and practical skills. Chantemerle offers a challenging and rewarding Sport-Art-Nature program: CORE PROGRAM ELECTIVES* Archery, swimming, jiu-jitsu, running Tennis, Football, Basketball, Volleyball Sports & Studies Programme* (all sports) RTS Skiing, Snowboarding, Ice Hockey*, Tennis*, SPO Horseback Riding*, Golf*, Sailing* Music and singin ARTS Performing arts : Dance, theatre, circus DEVELOPPEMENT Visual arts: painting, photography, film PERSONNEL Arts & Studies Program* (all arts) Digital creation (3D, video games)* NA TU C RE UL & TU RE Handicrafts and community work PhiloNature workshops Museums and heritage visits UN Youth Leadership Programme* A dedicated team Exemplary adults with experience and passion In the continuity of Mrs and Mr Wegmüller's founding values, we work as a team, involving parents, teachers and students so that everyone shares the spirit of doing their best. Our teachers and educators are selected for their positive attitude and passion for education as well as for their experience, knowledge and pedagogical expertise. DIRECTEURS & ADMISSION TEACHERS EDUCATORS Jean Wegmüller E Enzelin, Mathematics A White Founder and Director B Gebrael ,French (School nurse) C Bochaton, French, History/G Anne White MT Arnaldi, Literature & society Ilham Administrative Director M Brennan, English Caroline C Veicht, English Greg Yann Wegmüller M Sigrist, German Inès Director of Programs J Wegmüller, Philosophy Y Wegmüller, Sciences Katia Stanek, Admissions and CHEF B Birolini, Sciences resident counselor Ariana P Pembele, robotics, 3D S Beloufa, applied Maths/Physics MH Portal, primary school D Chablais, primary school N Manser, music V. Khachaturova, arts Looking forward to your visit Ideally located in nature overlooking lake Geneva and the Alps, in the French part of Switzerland, Chantemerle is close to Geneva, Montreux and Lausanne. Ecole Chantemerle CH-1807 Blonay, Switzerland Contact: Yann Wegmüller + 41 (0) 79 393 8767 www.chantemerle.ch [email protected].