Institut Le Rosey
Founded 1880
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
IB DiplomaAccreditations
Le Rosey is a world-renowned, 100% boarding school in Switzerland for students aged 8 to 18. It provides a unique international environment where students split their academic year between a main campus in Rolle and a winter campus in Gstaad.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Le Rosey focuses on a holistic education designed to discover and develop the talents of every student. The school emphasizes values such as friendship, solidarity, self-respect, respect for others, intelligent discipline, and the courage to face challenges. It aims to combine rich tradition with a modern outlook to prepare students for the future.
Programmes
The school offers a strong bilingual academic programme leading to either the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or the French Baccalaureate. Many students pursue studies in two or three foreign languages. The student body is divided into age-based groups: Juniors (ages 8–12), Cadets, Jeunes Seniors, and Seniors.
Outcomes
The school prepares students for independent success in a changing world, with graduates pursuing higher education at institutions globally. The university guidance team actively facilitates connections with North American higher education figures. Students are encouraged to embody the school's motto, Actis Virtus (only your actions show what you are), through their academic and extracurricular achievements.
Student support
Learning support
Boarding houses are overseen by resident teachers and their families, who provide personal support, monitor study time, and assist with daily student needs. The school also maintains a dedicated University Guidance team to support students in their higher education aspirations.
Frequently asked questions(6)
- What curriculum does Institut Le Rosey offer?
- Institut Le Rosey offers IB Diploma.
- What ages does Institut Le Rosey teach?
- Institut Le Rosey enrolls students aged 8 to 18.
- Is Institut Le Rosey a day or boarding school?
- Institut Le Rosey is a boarding school.
- What accreditations does Institut Le Rosey hold?
- Institut Le Rosey holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Institut Le Rosey co-educational?
- Institut Le Rosey is a co-ed school.
- Where is Institut Le Rosey located?
- Institut Le Rosey is an international school in Nyon, Switzerland.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school provides an online enrolment process and hosts presentations globally for prospective families. Admissions inquiries are managed through the main campus in Rolle.
Calendar
The academic year is divided between two locations. Students spend the majority of the year at the main campus in Rolle, while the winter term, spanning from January to March, takes place at the school's Winter Campus in Gstaad.
Facilities
About the campus
The main campus in Rolle is situated on a 28-hectare manorial estate featuring boarding houses, sports fields, and state-of-the-art educational and artistic facilities. The girls' campus is located in separate parkland nearby. The Winter Campus in Gstaad consists of a village of chalets. The school also utilizes the Paul & Henri Carnal Hall for cultural events and maintains dedicated horse-riding stables.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a rigorous extracurricular programme that includes sports, technology, the arts, service learning, and cultural activities. Students participate in various committees and clubs, such as the Model United Nations (MUN) team, competitive swimming, and ski training. Humanitarian initiatives and performing arts, including choir and orchestra, are also integral parts of student life.
