Authentic in its Swiss family values and traditions, Chantemerle carries forward the same educational vision since 1966.
Chantemerle's limited number of students creates an exclusive community, allowing for individualised support and care.
As an independent school, Chantemerle’s small-scale structure allows us to achieve strong academic results while maintaining fair and competitive fees.
Founded and run by the Wegmüller family since 1966, Chantemerle is an independant boarding school in Switzerland welcoming students aged 6 to 18 for academic year, language immersion and summer programmes.
Guided by authentic Swiss values and traditions, Chantemerle offers a personalised, traditional and effective education in a warm, family environment. Our approach is based on simplicity, balance, well-being and the culture of effort, helping students develop academically while growing in confidence, independence and character.
Beautifully located between Lake Geneva and the Alps, with campuses in Blonay and Vevey near Montreux and Lausanne, Chantemerle provides an inspiring setting for academic and personal development. As an independent and small-scale school, we combine high-quality education with personalised attention and excellent value for money.
The Swiss pathway at Chantemerle offers a continuous journey from primary through secondary education to the Swiss Matura diploma preparation.
Taught in French, the Matura is a prestigious diploma that provides direct access to Swiss public universities without entrance exams (e.g. EPFL, ETHZ, HEC St-Gallen, medical schools). The diploma is also well recognised internationally. While most of our students are Swiss, the Matura pathway is also open to international, non French speaking students through our French integration programme.
Accredited by the Cambridge International Examination Board, Chantemerle prepares students IGCSEs, A Levels, and University Foundation courses.
Cambridge A Levels offer an internationally recognised and academically rigorous pathway, with students specialising in a limited number of subjects. Ideal for motivated and independent students such as student-athletes seeking a focused academic programme and international university opportunities.
As an independent Swiss boarding school, Chantemerle welcomes a close-knit community of around 45 boarding students and 55 day students. Our intentionally small size allows us to provide personalised attention, individual support and a caring environment for every student.
Beautifully located between Lake Geneva and the Alps, Chantemerle offers international and Swiss students a balanced education combining academics, sports, arts, outdoor activities and life skills.
At Chantemerle, students develop independence, confidence and lasting friendships within a supportive school community, with connections that continue through our active alumni network.
Chantemerle’s language immersion programmes combine regular academic programme with intensive French and/or English courses, preparing students for DELF and Cambridge language examinations.
Beyond the classroom, students enjoy skiing, sports, outdoor activities, cultural excursions and fun group experiences, while living in a safe and supportive boarding community.
The programme helps young teenagers develop language skills, independence, confidence and social skills while discovering Swiss culture and enjoying an international experience.
2 to 5-week sessions between June 27th and August 1st 2027: Chantemerle propose a summer programme combining a very popular learning programme with academics, sports, outdoor activities, and discovery of Switzerland.
With only 65 students, our summer camp is known for its family atmosphere and personalised support. The programme promotes healthy, balanced living, with limited screen time and plenty of opportunities for sports, arts, outdoor experiences.
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