Community

aboutour community

Haut-Lac International Bilingual School is a locally-rooted community with an international outlook. While 50% of our families are from the area or permanently-based in Switzerland, the other 50% come from all over the world. We therefore believe it is our duty to nurture both our students and their families to help them integrate as smoothly and as quickly as possible.

Aboutour extra-curricular calendar

Haut-Lac International Bilingual School is more than just a school; it is a family that welcomes you with open arms. We understand the difficulties of living in an unfamiliar place without family and friends nearby, and want to make sure you know that you a not alone. We are here to help you settle in and discover what makes our school and region so special. From TEDx talks, music festivals and family ski days to MUN conferences, treasure hunt bike rides and rafting afternoons, we have plenty for everyone to get involved in whatever their interests.
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Our extra-curricular calendar is packed with activities and events for our staff, students, and families to enjoy together. The first and crowning jewel of these events is our International Day, when existing staff and parents welcome newcomers to Haut-Lac from behind stalls of freshly-prepared dishes from their respective countries. Come rain or shine, the day is always a success and showcases all aspects of our international school.

The PTA“Working Together for our Kids”

That’s what the enthusiastic parent volunteers behind the Haut-Lac PTA have been doing since 2009.

They work closely with the school throughout the year to create a sense of belonging.

Their first mission is to help new families settle into school and the wider community as soon as they arrive with events & activities, such as Newcomer Coffee Mornings, Welcome Aperitifs, and their Buddy Family programme.

The PTA
And then it’s all about creating opportunities to connect and share. Themed parties, torchlit snowshoe walks, fundraising events, lecture series led by external speakers and second-hand sales are just some of the exciting things that keep them busy.

Their latest, and already very popular initiative is the launch of parent activity groups. That’s things that bring parents together based on their interests like French and English conversation groups, a book club or sporty groups for walking, skiing and golf. The list just keeps growing, so if you don’t find something that takes your fancy, feel free to send in your suggestions.

Or contact us to find out how else you can get involved in the PTA or at Haut-Lac to ensure our children, and you, our parents, get the best experience possible.