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Boarding
Key Facts
10-18
years old
20+
nationalities
120
maximum students
BOARDING at COLLÈGE CHAMPITTET ENQUIRE NOW
A SECOND HOME, AN EXTENDED FAMILY
Our boarders love living on our spectacular Pully (Lausanne) Campus, which is nestled on the shore of Lake Geneva. Welcomed into our warm and caring family, your child will flourish personally, socially, and academically. Boarding with us also means friendships, outstanding academic support, and exciting activities are available every single day.
At our boarding school in Switzerland, your child will:
- Live in a pristine house on our secure campus.
- Make the most of our stunning lakeside location and outdoor facilities.
- Benefit from Swiss standards of academic excellence.
- Receive 24/7 care from our experienced team.
- Make lifelong friends from around the world.
- Explore Switzerland and beyond on memorable trips.
What I love most about boarding at Champittet is the range of activities on offer. It’s so easy to make friends and we get great support from our teachers.
our approach to boarding school
swiss excellence in a family environment
Boarding at Collège Champittet in Lausanne is a life-changing experience that offers a passport to a bright future.
Learning and living in our truly bilingual environment, your child will enjoy an outstanding international education rooted in Swiss traditions and culture. Our world-class teachers and caring Boarding House Team will equip them with the family values, sense of social purpose, and life skills they need to succeed, too.
Our students also enjoy exceptional activities, days out, and residential trips alongside friends from around the world. And in everything they do, every day, they receive the specialist attention and support they need to look after their health and wellbeing.
hear from our students and parents
Our community of boarders and staff are like a family, cultivating an environment where every student feels safe, included, and inspired to excel.
Manuela
Student
"I’ve made incredible connections and friendships in such a short time. The boarding parents helped me overcome my challenges and made me feel at home and very happy."
Parent
"We feel extremely lucky that our child was able to study and live at Collège Champittet. The school has given him a life-launching platform, laying the best foundations for his future."
Emilia
Student
"I feel like I am becoming more social, boarding teachers us how to respect each other and take good care of each other. It’s important to know that the people with whom you shape your daily life, can become a second family to you."
Parent
"My children are incredibly happy here. They’re cared for, well looked-after, and they receive an outstanding academic education."
Natthanin
Student
"I love that the school is so close to the lake and Lausanne. I can easily get to Geneva or Zurich by train, too."
Parent
"My daughter is making extraordinary academic progress, as well as growing as a person. Living on campus, I believe, is accelerating her development."
student wellbeing HEALTH AND WELLBEING
a place where happy students thrive
Your child’s health, safety, and happiness are our priority. Our Boarding House Team are available around the clock, and we also have an on-site pastoral care team, nurse, and counsellor.
Our boarders enjoy a nutritious diet, form positive social relationships, and take part in regular physical activity, all essential elements of a healthy lifestyle. Set among verdant greenery, abundant trees, and just 200 metres from the lake, our unique location boosts physical and emotional wellbeing, too.
our facilities
A home away from home
Our pristine boarding school house in Pully / Lausanne is a home away from home for our students. Spread across four levels – with boys and girls on separate floors – our shared bedrooms are comfortable and contemporary. Your child will also enjoy spending time with friends in our communal living rooms.
Our students are just moments away from all our facilities, too, making it easy to take part in clubs and outdoor activities.
For families also considering international education in Geneva, we offer an outstanding campus just a short distance away.
a typical day for our boarders
A balance of variety and routine ensures our boarders thrive. Here, every student’s day is filled with fun, friendships, and a breadth of extraordinary experiences.
DAILY LIFE
breakfast
the school day
after-school activities
supervised study
free time
night time
amazing experiences
weekend activities and trips
Extraordinary evening and weekend activities enrich our boarding school experience – and give everyone the opportunity to do what they love and face new challenges.
Saturdays and Sundays are filled with fun, as students enjoy water sports, hiking, and mountain biking, as well as shopping trips into Lausanne, meals in local restaurants, and musical evenings. Older students travel to far-flung destinations in Asia and Africa during school breaks, while boarders of all ages embark on cultural, sporting, and leadership excursions in Italy and France, as well as across Switzerland.
MEET OUR BOARDING HOUSE TEAM
Day or night, our Boarding House Team are here for our students. Whether it’s listening, offering advice, or helping them with their studies, our caring team will make sure your child feels supported and at home.
Tiziana Patella
Boarding House Director
Tiziana joined Collège Champittet in 2021. She has more than 22 years of educational experience and is fluent in French, English, and Italian. As Boarding House Director, Tiziana helps our students to embrace the full Champittet experience. She’s also passionate about instilling strong values, including a respect for others, honesty, humility, humour, and an openness to difference.
Michèle Bise
Deputy Head of Boarding
Michèle became our Deputy Head of Boarding in 2017, having previously spent more than 30 years working in a variety of industries both in Switzerland and Thailand. A strong believer in our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect, Michèle ensures our boarders grow as people and develop a strong moral compass, as well as achieve academic success. Michèle is fluent in English, French, and Thai.
Giordano Radicci
Lead House Parent & Discipline
Giordano, once an entrepreneur in marketing, consulting, and e-commerce, found his passion for mentoring students at Collège Champittet with his wife, Tiziana Patella. A Canadian with Italian roots, he joined the Boarding House leadership in 2023. As a father of teens, Giordano excels as a mentor, showing strong leadership, positivity, and a balanced, caring disciplinary approach.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
- What meals will my child eat?
- In the school restaurant, Les Quatre Saisons, our boarders enjoy healthy, freshly prepared breakfasts and dinners every day. Lunchtimes are spent with our day students.
- Will my child get homesick?
- We know that every child is likely to miss their family at some point. It’s normal to feel homesick, but experience tells us this feeling usually subsides as our students get involved in school life. Our Boarding House Team will make sure your child is supported every step of the way.
- Do you offer different boarding options?
- Yes, we offer two options: weekly boarding (five days) and full boarding (seven days).
- How can I follow my child's progress?
- We’ll update you on your child’s progress through regular reports. You can also easily reach our team through a dedicated app. We can provide expert advice and guidance related to every aspect of our boarding experience, too, covering everything from visa permits to medical insurance.
- Will my child have a roommate?
- Yes, our boarders typically share a room with one other student. We intentionally pair young people from different nationalities together, as this is a great way to broaden horizons and enhance cross-cultural learning.
BOARDING SCHOOL FEES
Our fees reflect the homely, familial environment we create for our students, as well as the unique activities and academic excellence we offer. Safe, supported, and with everything they need to fulfil their potential, boarding at Collège Champittet will set your child up for an outstanding future.
OUR FEESSTART YOUR CHILD'S MOST LEARNING JOURNEY
We’re delighted you’re considering our boarding school in Pully / Lausanne. Our admissions process is tailored to your family’s needs and schedule – and our dedicated team will help you every step of the way.
- Get in touch with us today – complete our short online registration form.
- Visit our Pully (Lausanne) Campus in person – or book a virtual tour.
- Your child can join us for a trial day to get a feel for our school.
- Send us your application online.
JOIN US FOR A PERSONALISED TOUR
Experience life on our Pully (Lausanne) Campus – and discover how your child will flourish in our closeknit boarding school family – by booking your tour today.
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