Chantemerle school reflects the essence of Switzerland: traditional, personalised, and efficient. Ideally located in the Blonay region, near Fribourg, our school welcomes both local and international students, offering boarding and day school options tailored to each child's needs.
A rich educational heritage, combining academic rigour with care, to provide an exceptional and stimulating learning environment.
Attentive individual support designed to provide each student with a tailored journey, fostering personal growth and academic success.
Success rates close to 100% in national and cantonal exams highlight the effectiveness of our approach and the excellence of our teachers.
Since 1966, Chantemerle, an independent private school led by the Wegmüller family, has offered a unique learning environment in Blonay, in the canton of Vaud.
Our school welcomes Swiss and international students ages 6 to 18, providing both boarding and day school options. Whether for a full academic year, an immersive stay, or a holiday camp, Chantemerle delivers high-quality education tailored to each student.
Reflecting Swiss values, Chantemerle combines tradition, personalisation, and efficiency. We focus on an education that promotes a balanced life, essential values, and a strong work ethic, supporting the personal growth and success of every student.
Nestled above Lake Geneva, Chantemerle enjoys an exceptional natural setting close to the Fribourg region, Bulle and Gruyères, making Chantemerle an ideal choice for local families.
The Right Diploma for the Right University
At Chantemerle, we offer a French-language programme from primary school to college, preparing students for the Swiss Federal Maturity and the French Baccalaureate, with strong academic options such as mathematics and physics.
Our pedagogical approach, complementing the Swiss public system, ensures optimal preparation for public college entrance exams, or for vocational training pathways. The outstanding results of our students in national and cantonal exams highlight the effectiveness and personalisation of our method. Mid-year admissions are available.
Mastering the Fundamentals to Build a Successful and Fulfilling Education.
Preparation for Secondary School with the attainment of the End-of-Studies Certificate (DNB), transition to college (11th grade), or access to pre-apprenticeship programmes.
Excellence diplomas such as the Swiss Federal Maturity or the French Baccalaureate, providing direct access to top universities in Switzerland and internationally.
Accredited by the Cambridge International Examination Board, Chantemerle offers an international programme in English. The programme starts at age 11 in lower secondary. Upper secondary prepares students for the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) followed that can be followed by A-Level qualifications.
Students can also join this pathway for one semester or one year as part of an English immersion programme.
The Cambridge International programme is particularly well suited to athletes or performing artists who need the flexibility to follow intensive training and take part in top-level competitions without falling behind in their studies.
Studying abroad in Switzerland for one term to one year comes with great opportunities:
