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Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, German, Latin
Typical class size 16
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande is a private bilingual school in Lausanne serving children aged 3 to 15. It offers a programme drawing on French, British, Cambridge IGCSE, Singapore and Swiss curricula, with English-French bilingual immersion from early years. The youngest learners follow a 50/50 language split, with two years of English immersion for francophone pupils and a transition year; from Year 3, French elements are introduced and the programme becomes fully bilingual with native speakers in both languages. In primary, subjects are taught by specialists; the English component aligns with British standards while maths follows the Singapore Programme and geometry follows a French programme. The path continues through Collège with Gymnase entrance. The school occupies an Art Deco building (1913) shared with Lemania's IB section and has a science laboratory and a craft workshop. Extras include ski and sailing camps, exchanges with German students, trips to Rome and Vienna.
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande has 190 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English, French.
Location
The school is in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, at Chemin de Préville 3, 1001 Lausanne. It is located in the city centre, between the SBB station and the LEB station, near Place Saint-François and the Flon, making it easily accessible by public transport; drop-off by car is possible. The campus includes a large courtyard with trees and flowers, a vegetable patch, a playground, a terrace and a large year‑round sports field, all housed in a listed Art Deco building dating from 1913.
Stages
Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary (Collège). There is one class per level from ages 3 to 15, with bilingual instruction in English and French starting from early years.
Type
Private bilingual school
Additional learning support
Individual support is provided to pupils; teaching uses workshops and personalised tutoring, with each student having a dedicated notebook and teachers who tailor instruction to individual needs.
School day structure
School opens at 8:00; classes run from 8:30 to 16:00. The midday break is compressed to fit a single daily schedule; lunch is prepared on site and there are after‑school activities available.
Bus service
There is no fixed school bus service; transport is typically via public transport or car pooling. Trips can be organized if there is sufficient demand.
Fees
Annual tuition at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande ranges from CHF 9,900 to CHF 17,550 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration deposit
- A non‑refundable registration deposit of CHF 1,000 is required to guarantee a place; the deposit must be paid promptly to hold the place and is payable to EBSR SA (bank details and IBAN are provided on the registration form).
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts)
- Pré‑Enfantines (pre‑Kindergarten, 3–4 years) – half‑day to 12:30 (no meal): CHF 9,900 per year. - Pré‑Enfantines (pre‑Kindergarten, 3–4 years) – day to 14:00 (with meal): CHF 12,200 per year. - Enfantines (Pre‑K to 2E): CHF 16,300 per year. - Primaires (up to 5ème / 5th Grade US / 6th Grade UK): CHF 16,500 per year. - Collège: CHF 17,500 per year.
Per‑term breakdown (equal division)
- Tuition is normally invoiced before the start of the relevant term or school year; if you require a per‑term figure, an equal division of the annual tuition across the three school terms produces the following indicative per‑term tuition amounts: - Pré‑Enfantines (half‑day to 12:30): CHF 3,300 per term (CHF 9,900 ÷ 3). - Pré‑Enfantines (to 14:00): CHF 4,066.67 per term (CHF 12,200 ÷ 3). - Enfantines: CHF 5,433.33 per term (CHF 16,300 ÷ 3). - Primaires: CHF 5,500 per term (CHF 16,500 ÷ 3). - Collège: CHF 5,833.33 per term (CHF 17,500 ÷ 3).
Grand totals (annual cost including school fees, meals, materials, camps and outings) and monthly installment example
- Grand total (annual) including tuition, meals, materials, camps and outings (provisional 2025–2026 calculation): - Enfantine (full‑day): CHF 21,080 per year; equivalent monthly payment if spread over 10 months: CHF 2,108 per month. - Enfantine (to 12:30): CHF 14,680 per year; CHF 1,468 per month (10 installments). - Enfantine (to 14:00): CHF 16,980 per year; CHF 1,698 per month (10 installments). - Primaires (total): CHF 21,800 per year; CHF 2,180 per month (10 installments). - Collège (total): CHF 23,170 per year; CHF 2,317 per month (10 installments).
Other compulsory or regularly billed costs
- Administrative fees: CHF 700 per year. - Annual school materials: Enfantine & Primary CHF 750; Collège CHF 850. These material fees are invoiced with school fees. - Meals (daily, billed annually): lunch for ages 3–11 at CHF 13.00 per school day → CHF 2,340 per year; lunch for ages 12–18 at CHF 14.50 per school day → CHF 2,610 per year; snacks (fruit/biscuits) shown as CHF 2.00 per day → approx. CHF 350 per year. All meal charges are invoiced with school fees. - Camps and trips: winter & summer camps (Enfantine) CHF 640 per year; ski and sailing camps (Primary and Collège) CHF 1,160 per year. These are invoiced with school fees. - After‑school activities: a non‑refundable yearly pass (access to all workshops) is CHF 3,700 (payable in advance). Individual activities are invoiced per term with published term amounts (examples: 6×/week = CHF 1,730 / 1,295 / 1,295 by term; swimming and theatre/circus have separate flat‑rate term billing). Activities billed on a flat‑rate basis are not refundable for absence except on presentation of a medical certificate. - Cambridge exam fees and other external examination fees are not included in tuition and are charged separately.
Discounts and special cases
- A 20% discount on school fees is applied to the second and third children in the same family for private (unsponsored) families.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The registration deposit (CHF 1,000) must be paid within the stated reservation period to guarantee the place; the registration form makes the place conditional on payment of that deposit. The deposit is required before the pupil's arrival. - Tuition and administrative fees must be paid before the start of the courses or the relevant term; otherwise late charges and interest at 1% per month are applied. If tuition for a full year is paid in advance, a 1% discount is applied. Monthly payment plans are available; if spread over 10 months an administrative charge of CHF 10 per month is applied. Meals, material fees and camp charges are invoiced simultaneously with the school fees; regular and incidental activities are invoiced termly and must be paid at the end of each term. All invoicing and payment instructions require payments in Swiss francs.
Accepted payment methods and billing details
- Payments are required in Swiss francs. Bank transfer (the school provides Banque Cantonale Vaudoise account details and IBAN on the registration documents) is the specified payment method; parents are responsible for any bank charges. The registration form allows specification of the payer (parents, a third party or an expatriate employer). No credit‑card payment method is specified in the registration documents.
Boarding / Accommodation
- The school operates as a day school with a full‑day programme (hours indicated for the school day) and after‑school activities; no boarding fees or boarding provision is listed.
Refunds and resignation rules
- Deposit: the CHF 1,000 deposit is normally held as a guarantee and will be retained by the school in the event of cancellation or withdrawal after the deadlines described in the registration contract. The deposit is not returned if the pupil leaves before the end of the school year in which he/she started. The deposit may be retained to cover outstanding fees or damages; unclaimed deposits remaining a year after departure may be used for the school scholarship fund. - Resignation / departure deadlines and charges (contractual): resignations and departures must be announced by the specified dates to avoid additional charges. The registration contract sets the practical deadlines for resignations and the financial implications (examples of the contractual deadlines include: 30 June for withdrawal of new pupils only; 30 September for departure at the end of December; 30 December for departure end of March; 30 March for departure at the end of the school year). If resignation is received after the relevant deadline, the school invoices the fee for the following term as specified in the contract. - Activities and passes: the yearly pass for after‑school workshops is payable in advance and not refundable; flat‑rate activities are not refunded for absence except on presentation of a medical certificate. Exam registration fees and external examination fees are not refundable.
Notes on invoicing practice
- Administrative and material fees are due for the full year even if a pupil attends only part of the year; fixed fees are not prorated in short‑term admissions. Activity fees are invoiced termly and must be paid at the end of each term. The school reserves the right to modify tariffs annually.
Academics
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 3 to 15.
Curriculum
English-French bilingual immersion from the early years. The youngest learners follow a 50-50 language split, with two years of interactive English immersion for francophone children and a transition year. From Year 3 onward, elements of the French curriculum are gradually introduced and the programme becomes fully bilingual with native speakers in both languages. In primary, there is a teacher per subject and language teachers are native speakers; the English component aligns with British programmes while maths uses the Singapore Programme for arithmetic and geometry follows a French programme. The programme continues through Collège, with students able to continue toward Gymnase entrance if they choose.
Exam Results
100% success rate for Gymnase entrance.
Higher Education Progression
All students are prepared for the Gymnase entrance exams (OS Latin/Maths-Physics) and may continue to Matu Suisse, IB, or Bac after Gymnase.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted students are supported through specialised pathways, including preparation for the Euler course (Cours Euler) offered by EPFL and other advanced math opportunities.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes pupil well-being. A happy student has personal development respected and is treated with kindness and consistency. Their interests are stimulated without exceeding their abilities, and their curiosity is nurtured according to their appetite and personality. The school ensures learners approach early stages of learning with confidence and are encouraged and supported by experienced teachers.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Individual support is provided to address diverse aptitudes and learning speeds. Each student has a personal notebook and teaching materials prepared for independent work, enabling pace-based progress. Progress is recorded in notebooks, and targeted workshops help those who need extra attention.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Active bilingual immersion is used. Children are encouraged to speak and interact in English from an early age, and typically join native English classes after about two years while continuing French instruction.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to the educational approach; pupils are supported to develop confidence, resilience and a positive attitude toward learning, with their personal development guided by kindness and appropriate challenge.
Safeguarding
All teachers have first aid training with a focus on children. With parental permission, simple injuries or headaches may be treated; if fever or illness occurs, families are asked to collect their child. The director can be reached at all times for emergencies, and health and safety communications are shared with families.
FAQs
What curriculum does École Bilingue de Suisse Romande offer?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande offers IGCSE, Cambridge, British, French curriculums. English-French bilingual immersion from the early years. The youngest learners follow a 50-50 language split, with two years of interactive English immersion for francophone children and a transition year.
What age range does École Bilingue de Suisse Romande cater for?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande accepts students from age 3 to 15. Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary (Collège). There is one class per level from ages 3 to 15, with bilingual instruction in English and French starting from early years.
What are the fees at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande?
Annual fees at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande range from approximately 9,900 to 12,200. **Application / Registration deposit** - A non‑refundable registration deposit of CHF 1,000 is required to guarantee a place; the deposit must be paid promptly to hold the place and is payable to EBSR SA (bank details and IBAN are provided on the registration form).
Where is École Bilingue de Suisse Romande located?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande is located in Switzerland. The school is in the heart of Lausanne, Switzerland, at Chemin de Préville 3, 1001 Lausanne. It is located in the city centre, between the SBB station and the LEB station, near Place Saint-François and the Flon, making it easily accessible by public transport; drop-off by car is possible.
Is École Bilingue de Suisse Romande co-educational?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande is a co-educational school. Private bilingual school.
What learning support does École Bilingue de Suisse Romande provide?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande provides learning support services. Individual support is provided to address diverse aptitudes and learning speeds. Each student has a personal notebook and teaching materials prepared for independent work, enabling pace-based progress. Progress is recorded in notebooks, and targeted workshops help those who need extra attention.
Does École Bilingue de Suisse Romande offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?
Active bilingual immersion is used. Children are encouraged to speak and interact in English from an early age, and typically join native English classes after about two years while continuing French instruction.
What facilities does École Bilingue de Suisse Romande have?
The school is located in the heart of Lausanne and has a large tree-filled and flowering courtyard with a vegetable patch and a playground, a lovely terrace, and a large sports field at the back that can be used all year round. The classrooms occupy the first two floors of a charming, listed Art Dec Sports facilities include: We have a sports field that was fully renovated a few years ago and can now be used all year round, thanks to its artificial turf surface.
What extra-curricular activities are available at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Art is taught by a specialist from the start of primary, covering techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and collage, with annual competitions and after-school art activities.
What languages are taught at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande?
The school teaches in English and French, with British English programmes run alongside the French programmes. Extra school time supports a real bilingual programme and early immersion. From early on, pupils follow British English programmes in addition to the French programmes.
How many students attend École Bilingue de Suisse Romande?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande has approximately 190 students. The school serves students from age 3 to 15.
When was École Bilingue de Suisse Romande founded?
École Bilingue de Suisse Romande was founded in 2008. From a small group of six children in 2008, the school grew quickly. It now has one class per level from 3 to 15 years old and around 190 pupils.
Where do graduates of École Bilingue de Suisse Romande go to university?
All students are prepared for the Gymnase entrance exams (OS Latin/Maths-Physics) and may continue to Matu Suisse, IB, or Bac after Gymnase.
What is the parent community like at École Bilingue de Suisse Romande?
Kindergarten outings occur about once a month to museums and places of interest.
