Mutuelle d'Etudes Secondaires

The school is founded on a humanistic, collaborative, and student-centered pedagogy that prioritizes creativity, critical thinking, and personal responsibility. It utilizes a proprietary method called "eupraxis métacognitive," which encourages students to reflect on their learning processes and take ownership of their educational journey. The institution aims to foster an environment of trust and freedom, where students are viewed as active participants in their own development rather than passive recipients of instruction.

The school offers a curriculum leading to the International Baccalaureate (IB), requiring students to present at least six subjects—three at the standard level and three at the higher level. In addition to core IB requirements, the school provides unique options such as creative writing, chess, and a specialized preparation programme for art schools. The secondary structure includes a preparatory year and a first year, which are designed to be flexible, allowing students to adjust their academic engagement based on their maturity and performance.

The school provides an individualized pedagogical approach designed to support students with diverse profiles, including those who have experienced academic disengagement, lack of confidence, or neuro-atypical profiles such as ADHD or high potential. This support is rooted in the "eupraxis métacognitive," a proprietary pedagogical method that helps students understand their own learning strategies and choices. The environment emphasizes benevolence, personal responsibility, and a close dialogue between teachers and students to resolve academic blocks.

The school welcomes families for an initial meeting to discuss the student's educational project and school history. Prospective families may also attend open house events, typically held in March, to tour the facilities and meet the teaching staff. The school accepts students at various stages of their secondary education, offering an individualized approach to help them find a suitable learning framework.

The school typically hosts open house events during a week in March, with specific sessions dedicated to visiting the art studio. The academic year is structured to allow for ongoing assessment and adjustment of a student's placement between the preparatory and first-year levels.

The school operates from two primary locations in Geneva: the main campus on Boulevard Carl Vogt and the N.A.B.A.B. art studio located on the Rue du Vieux-Billard. The facilities are designed to support a community-based project, blending traditional secondary education spaces with professional-grade art studios. These environments are intended to foster a collaborative atmosphere that links culture, creation, and academic study.

The school integrates a variety of creative and intellectual activities into its programme, including chess, creative writing, and drawing from observation. Students also participate in annual school trips, such as visits to the Venice Biennale, which connect academic learning with cultural experiences. Additionally, the school operates a dedicated art studio, the N.A.B.A.B. (Notre Atelier Beaux Arts des Bains), which provides specialized training.