Le Régent International School
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Description of Le Régent International School
The international school of the British model Regent College is a unique opportunity to get a high-quality education of the British standard in the Swiss Alps. Regent College is very young - it was opened in 2015, but it is already spoken of as one of the most promising institutions in Europe, providing incredibly effective and balanced educational programs. The school adopted a mixed studying: both boys and girls are accepted on equal terms and conditions. The children can begin education from 5 years, the board is accessible to students from 7 years old and up to the release.
The main principles of education are Courage, Compassion, Courtesy and Creativity. The school aims to give children not only a quality academic education, but also to help them to develop as harmonious, all-round personalities, to instill in them a global way of thinking, to teach them to form a steady motivation to achieve high personal goals. The professional staff of qualified, experienced teachers supports students at any stage of the studying: it is always possible to take an individual lesson or consultation, to get valuable advice, to discuss their strengths and weaknesses, to plan the way for further development - teachers are ready to accept students practically around the clock.
The emphasis is on the so-called interdisciplinary education, the development of imaginative and creative thinking, the inculcation of professional skills necessary in the modern world. Despite the academic richness and rigor of the basic curriculum, children get the opportunity to relax and have fun in the course of many activities and electives: here you can visit various sections and clubs of creative and sporting orientation, study dramatic or musical skills. Especially comfortable will be the students who prefer tennis, skiing, golf and horseback riding - for these sports there is all the necessary infrastructure and equipment, school teams and team work.
The studying is conducted in English, but in addition students can learn many other foreign languages, starting from elementary school:
- French
- Chinese (North Chinese dialect)
- Spanish
- English as an Additional Language
- Russian
- Italian
- English as a Second Language
- German
On average, in each group of Regent College, there are 14 students: this gives the teacher a maximum amount of attention to each student, to more carefully track his achievements and successes, in case of difficulties, to promptly adjust the curriculum. The ratio of teachers and students is 1: 8. In general, the school enrolls 100 people on the program of junior classes and 230 high school students.
Special programs are also planned for high school students who plan to enter universities: this is a general preparatory course, and vocational orientation classes, and preparation for UCAS, and even a course for Oxbridge.
What are the most important questions parents ask when looking for the right Swiss school?
First of all, safety and reliability for children is assessed. They are also looking for extracurricular activities, opportunities to travel around the country and beyond, in general the lifestyle on campus.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Le Régent International School
Elementary classes
The beginning of secondary education is designed for children from 5 to 13 years: the program corresponds to the British school course from 1 to 9 class. Both boys and girls can study. The boarding school is available to students from the age of 7.
British standard of secondary education: after receiving the diploma of the same name, children have the right to study in the senior, graduate classes (Sixth Form) and then to enter the chosen institution. The GCSE certificate is highly valued around the world, as subjects are studied at in-depth level. Among studied disciplines there are both compulsory (foreign languages, mathematics and natural sciences), and elective, which students choose independently, being guided by personal interests, propensities and requirements of the future profession and specialty.
International standard IB is a diploma of full secondary education. Its main advantage is universality: an international program and a certificate is recognized throughout the world, which means it provides ample opportunities for further education at the university. The two-year IB program is an ideal option for those students who want to get a high-quality British education, but not fully determined with the future priority university and the country where they will receive higher education.
Accommodation, meals, prices
In Regent College students are offered various forms of studying: day, week and part board (flexible schedule), full board (permanent residence and meals on campus). For students prepared comfortable conditions: cozy, fully furnished and equipped bedrooms, all the necessary infrastructure and amenities are provided. Each residence has a sufficient number of showers and toilets, a library and a modern sports hall.
Children are constantly looked after by school staff, who ensure cleanliness and order, help children with the solution of any domestic, educational and administrative issues.
Subjects and sports
Activities Le Régent International School
The extremely successful location of Regent College, surrounded by beautiful resort landscapes, offers the widest opportunities for active recreation, sports and walks. In their free time, many students like to go in for sports - for this there are all necessary conditions, facilities and equipment in the territory:
- Aerobics
- Chess
- Cricket
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Volleyball
- Skiing (mountain and cross country)
- Athletics
- Rugby
- Basketball
- Dances and directions
- Swimming
- Table tennis
- Hockey
- Tennis (large)
- Riding on horses.
You can participate in various cultural trips and ecological expeditions, even many lessons are held periodically in the open air!
In their free time, the students of Regent College can sing in the school choir and take musical lessons, participate in the discussion club and the school theater, master various kinds of fine arts.
Admission dates and extra charges
The cost of studying in the full-time form is 30,000-48,000 CHF per academic year, at the boarding house - 60,000-88,000 CHF per academic year (the price varies depending on the chosen program).
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 2000 CHF
- Deposit for a course/programme 7000 CHF
Scholarships Le Régent International School
Students who need a social scholarship can apply to the Regent College special department, which performs all necessary checks and distributes financial support.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Le Régent International School
Recommendations on when to apply
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