Ecole Chantemerle Jean Wegmuller & Cie

Founded in 1966, the school is guided by the principles of authenticity, personalization, and efficiency, emphasizing rigor, discipline, and family values. It promotes a culture of effort and balanced living, utilizing traditional teaching methods such as handwriting, memorization, and mental calculation while limiting screen time. The educational environment is designed to be structured and warm, fostering autonomy, responsibility, and respect for community rules.

The school offers two primary academic pathways: the Swiss Pathway, taught in French, which leads to the Swiss Matura diploma, and the Cambridge International pathway, taught in English, which prepares students for IGCSE and A-Level qualifications. Additionally, the school provides short- and long-term language immersion programmes in French or English, as well as specialized sports-study programmes and summer camps. All students are required to study French, English, and German.

The school reports near-100% success rates in national and cantonal examinations. Graduates of the Swiss Matura pathway gain direct access to Swiss public universities, including EPFL, ETHZ, and HEC St-Gallen, without entrance exams. Students following the Cambridge pathway are prepared for IGCSE and A-Level qualifications, facilitating entry into international universities.

The school emphasizes small class sizes and personalized support to ensure students progress at their own pace. It provides supervised study sessions, homework assistance, and regular academic assessments to track progress and reinforce learning. For international students, the school offers a French integration programme to prepare for the Swiss Matura, as well as academic support in English for those following the Cambridge pathway.

The school follows a three-step admission process: pre-registration via an online form, followed by a mandatory school visit or a video/phone interview to assess the student's needs and motivations. Admission is based on the student's personal motivation and their ability to adapt to the school's community rules. A non-refundable deposit is required to secure a place, and parents must accept the school's financial conditions and pedagogical approach.

The school operates an academic year with terms, and offers summer camp sessions ranging from two to five weeks between June 28 and August 2, 2026. Boarding students may choose between 5-day or 7-day options, with the latter including weekends and school breaks.

Chantemerle operates on two campuses: the historic Blonay site, which features bright classrooms, study areas, 2- or 3-bed boarding rooms, a panoramic terrace, and four hectares of grounds with playgrounds and animals. The LémanMaturité extension in Vevey provides a 600 m² urban space tailored for high school and gymnasium students, located near the train station and regional infrastructure. Both sites offer modern, functional environments designed for learning and well-being.

The school provides a balanced after-school programme focused on sports, arts, and nature. Activities include swimming, skiing, music lessons (piano, guitar, violin, cello), and various sports academies such as football, basketball, tennis, ice hockey, horse riding, and golf. Students also participate in outdoor adventures, excursions, and communal life activities designed to foster responsibility and personal development.