Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
62 |
| Most common nationality |
Our school has a balanced mix of international students. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
All of our students are boarders so come from all around the world |
| Native English and French speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and French |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese, Spanish, Chinese, German, French, Russian, Arabic, Farsi, Italian, Portuguese |
| Max. number of students per class |
15 |
| Average number of students per class |
8-12 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each classroom is fitted with touchscreen interactive technology that is used to enhance the learning experience for our students. Our students also have access to cutting-edge technologies in our Hub. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB - English, French or bi-lingual, IB certificates
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| Results in these examinations |
2025:
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
The vast majority |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, SEN support |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
With small class sizes and a personalised approach, each student is encouraged and supported to be the best that they can be. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entry tests in English or French and mathematics are supported by a personal interview where we assess the suitability of the student for our school. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We have a rolling entry system. Each year we receive a large number of applications from potential students and we encourage you to make your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, provided there is place available |
| School start time |
Boarding School with classes beginning at 8.25am |
| School finish time |
Classes finish at 16.20 and the afternoon activities or private study time beggins. |
| School bus service available |
N/A |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
More than 40 different clubs each semester including; basketball, climbing, mountain biking, ski-touring, knitting, drama, cooking, debate club, ice-skating, swimming, fitness, trampoline, running, cross-country skiing and more. |
| Sports activities included |
A wide range of activities and sports from our winter ski programme to outdoor education programme and international service, cultural and sporting trips. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Ski, snowboard, basketball, volleyball, swimming, football, badminton, tennis, triathlon |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Ski chalet, fitness suite, dance studio, spinning studio, climbing wall, multi-use sports hall. |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
For students aged 11 to 18 (Grade 6 to Grade 12) |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
At Beau Soleil we believe it's what you do that counts. A full boarding school set in a spectacular setting our close-knit community offers a home from home boarding experience, outstanding educational outcomes and exciting experiences both inside and outside the classroom. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
An education at Beau Soleil is built around four pillars of responsibility, respect, ambition and determination. |
Contact the admissions team at Collège Alpin Beau Soleil
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