Boarding school in Switzerland since 1966

International private school in Switzerland for boys and girls ages 6 to 18

Swiss Quality and Tradition since 1966

A legacy of educational excellence, combining a rigorous and caring approach to provide an exceptional boarding school experience to live and learn.

Personalized support

In class and in the boarding school, each student receives individual attention tailored to their needs and personal objectives

An effective educational approach

Success rates close to 100% in national and cantonal exams year after year demonstrate the effectiveness of our private school’s approach and the quality of our teachers.

Personalized family atmosphere

Private boarding & day school in Switzerland, offering top-tier education

Founded and operated by the Wegmüller family since 1966, Chantemerle is a private, international boarding school located in Switzerland. Our private school welcomes Swiss and international students ages 6 to 18 for academic school year, French immersion as well as for Summer programmes.

Chantemerle is a school in the spirit of Switzerland: traditional, personalized and efficient. Over the years, we have developed a unique educational model centered around a healthy and balanced lifestyle, core values and the culture of effort.

Beautifully located in nature, overlooking Lake Geneva and close to Vevey, Montreux, Fribourg, Lausanne and Geneva, Chantemerle offers a healthy and structured environment preparing students for success in both their academic and personal lives.

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The right diploma for the right university

Swiss pathway preparing for the Swiss Federal Matura

Chantemerle proposes the Swiss academic curriculum from primary school to high school.

Investing in a Swiss education is always considered wise. The prestigious Federal Matura is the only diploma that gives automatic access to Swiss universities. Swiss universities are highly reputable and accessible at very low fees when compared to universities in the UK or the US. The Swiss Matura diploma is also very well recognized internationally, in the US and in the UK.

The Matura is primarily taught in French, emphasizing proficiency in the French language. However, the programme is also open to international students who are new to French; they learn French intensively in our French immersion programme and prepare for the bilingual (French/English) option of the Matura.

Why the Matura ?

Primary School

Building the foundations for lifelong learning

Secondary School

Preparing for high school or professional pathway. Secondary Education Certificate

High school

Preparing for university admission. Swiss Matura / Bilingual Matura

A solid alternative to the IB diploma

Cambridge International pathway preparing for the IGCSE / A-Level qualifications

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.

An enriching experience for any teenager

French language immersion programme at Chantemerle

Studying abroad in Switzerland for one term to one year comes with great opportunities:

Gain confidence in French, prepare for the DELF certifications
Return home with a validated school year programme
Stand out on your future university applications
Experience living in a boarding school
Enjoy a wide range of sports and outdoor activities
Make new friends while discovering Switzerland and its culture

Chantemerle boarding and day school

With a capacity limited to 65 students, Chantemerle offers an inspiring experience in a healthy and well-balanced family setting. Chantemerle welcomes Swiss and international students as 5-day or 7-day boarders. A day school solution for local families, Chantemerle also welcomes day students from Blonay, Vevey, Châtel St Denis, Montreux, Aigle and the region.

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Residential Sport and Study programmes

Live your passion and make your dreams come true

Chantemerle welcomes students athletes who practice sports at a high level, while pursuing an official academic programme preparing either for the Swiss Matura or the Cambridge IGCSE/A level

Summer camp 2025

A camp to learn, discover and have fun

From June 29th June to August 3rd 2025, Chantemerle welcomes students from all over the world to learn a new language, discover Switzerland and have fun