OurPoint Of View

As a progressive and forward-thinking school, we endeavour to stay abreast of the latest developments in education to ensure our programmes prepare our students well for their personal, academic and professional futures. The following articles describe just some of the topics that have helped us shape and develop the educational pathways we offer.

WHY CHOOSE A MOBILE PHONE-FREE SCHOOL?

Picture this: a school without the constant buzz of notifications, where students actually look up from their screens and engage with the world around them. It might sound like a far-fetched idea, especially to those for whom mobile phones have become an extra limb.

But what if ditching the devices during school hours could open up a whole new world of focus, creativity and genuine connection?

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5 BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS FOR IB WORLD SCHOOL STUDENTS

Summer’s out!

Ok, ok, we may be getting ahead of ourselves. There is still a week before secondary students are back on campus at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School. We just thought we’d check in with them to ensure they’re ready for the start of term.

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4 TIPS FOR A SMOOTH BACK-TO-SCHOOL

As the new academic year approaches, it’s time to start preparing for the first day of school. Whether you’re a seasoned Haut-Lac School family or about to join our Swiss international community, setting up good habits early on can help make the transition easier.

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WHY LEARN MUSIC FROM A YOUNG AGE

Learning music from a young age is a wonderful adventure that brings heaps of benefits to children’s overall development. Whether they’re singing, playing an instrument, or simply listening to different kinds of music, it plays a vital role in their intellectual, emotional and social growth.

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HOW TO TRANSFORM MINDS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we believe in holistic education. We dedicate significant time to both providing students with personalised academic support and helping them navigate friendships and conflicts.

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HOW TO FOSTER A GROWTH MINDSET IN CHILDREN

Encouraging a growth mindset in children is fundamental to their long-term success and well-being.

At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, we celebrate mistakes as opportunities to learn and value effort and resilience over mere achievement. This mindset empowers children to embrace challenges, persist in the face of setbacks, and see effort as the path to mastery.

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WHY START SCHOOL AT 3 YEARS OLD?

The decision-making process regarding our children's education can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing between nursery school and infant school. While both options have their merits, there are compelling reasons why enrolling a 3-year-old child in the educational structure of an infant school can offer numerous advantages over an extra year in nursery school.

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WHAT DO HAUT-LAC STUDENTS DO AFTER THE IBCP?

That’s it! The second cohort of students at Haut-Lac International Bilingual School have completed the International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) curriculum. We caught up with them just before they headed off on study leave to find out their thoughts on this more industry-oriented IB programme.

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HOW MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION FOSTERS INCLUSION

As highlighted by international organisations such as UNESCO, mother tongue language development is key in education. Recognising linguistic diversity and integrating multilingualism into school curricula are particularly important for an inclusive society and sustainable development.

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SPOTLIGHT: HAUT-LAC WOMEN & GIRLS IN SCIENCE

Today is a day for celebrating science, more specifically the women who have and are helping to shape scientific progress around the world. To mark this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we wanted to look closer to home and reaffirm our commitment to fostering inclusivity and support in STEM fields.

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HOW TO NURTURE YOUNG MINDS THROUGH LITERATURE

At Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, fostering a love for literature transcends the boundaries of language and culture.

From infant section picture books to the famous words of Shakespeare and Molière in Secondary, its Swiss and international students are immersed in a rich tapestry of literature as they progress through school on their individual journeys of self and international discovery.

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2023 AT HAUT-LAC REVISITED

Scene opens on Haut-Lac International Bilingual School’s Praz-Dagoud campus.

Lights come on stage left, where Managing Director Grainne and Primary Deputy Head Sally are waving goodbye to the last of the students heading off for the Christmas holiday.

They stop and turn to face each other.

Sally: That’s all of them safely with their families.

Grainne: Yes. Only the usual end-of-year-round-up with the team to go before we all head off too.

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GO SWISS OR GLOBAL - WHAT DO HAUT-LAC STUDENTS DO?

In today's interconnected world, a quality education transcends borders and opens doors to a multitude of opportunities. It is not one size fits all, but rather a personalised route to success based on each student’s learning needs and future goals.

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3 TIPS FOR STUDENT SELF-CARE THIS AUTUMN

Attending a Swiss international school is an incredible privilege, in part thanks to the awe-inspiring environment around us. However, the descent of Autumn into Winter and the arrival of short days and dark nights can have a wearing effect on many students’ mental health.

Here is a list things students can do to ensure they are feeling their best at this time of year.

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WHAT WERE HAUT-LAC'S VALUES THEN AND NOW?

When Haut-Lac was founded thirty years ago, Switzerland was a very different place.

We were a much less technologically-savvy society, ignorant of how much and how quickly the world was set to change. The values we instill in our students have therefore had to evolve over time to compliment these constant developments.

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