The 5 Best-In-Class Schools In Switzerland, 2022

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EDITOR’S NOTE INSTILLING in the successful transformation of society into the civilized one that we live in today. KNOWLEDGE, Realizing these benefits of education, Switzerland has efficiently trailblazed in the education space and ushered an era of quality education while exemplifying the true BOLSTERING meaning of educational leadership. Today, Switzerland is popularly known as the global education hub that promotes LIVES! interdisciplinary pedagogy while elucidating a rational approach. To inculcate such learning in every student in specificity and society in general, many Swiss schools are scouting innovative ways to incorporate play-n-learn philosophy nspiration is like a canopy of a dark forest. While one across the globe. walks in a dense forest filled with luscious trees and weathering leaves, one might find the ambiance I Acknowledging these endeavors is our new edition, "The 5 astounding. However, the critical question is, what makes a Best-In-Class Schools in Switzerland, 2022." These canopy as significant as a forest dweller finds it to be? schools are changing the dynamics of the global education space with a creative mindset while facilitating a seamless The probable answer is, "A hope to see beyond the dark and learning experience. Knowing these stories will surely pave the way towards a bright future is as significant as a Bhushan Bhad inspire and engage you in the world of innovative canopy in the forest." pedagogies. Historically, there have been many such instances that Bhushan Bhad While you flip through the pages, make sure to read the questioned human potential and marked itself as an articles curated by our in-house editorial team. apocalyptic milestone. But it has been the magic spell of bhushan.bhad@insightssuccess.com hope that kept the human species roll out into the future I wish you a happy read!T R while discarding deconstructive elements of our social history. One such factor that has been influencing the millennium is 'EDUCATION'. Known for its potential of social upliftment, the education space has been ever-evolving itself while facilitating hassle- free learning experiences across the globe. And, using the tools of formal schooling, education has played a vital role

C o v e r S t o r y A r t i c l e s 24 32 Switzerland Calling! Learner Centric Helping Young Ladies to Become the 5 Reasons to Study Personalized Learning Best Version of Themselves in Switzerland Gateway to Holistic Development 08 Academia Bilingual School Basel 16 Integrating Traditional Education with an Inquiry-based Approach Haut-Lac International Bilingual School Nurturing Learning Grounds for your Child. 28

Best-In-Class The People behind this edition Schools in sales@insightssuccess.com JUNE, 2022 2022 Editor-in-Chief Pooja Bansal Senior Editor Anish Miller Follow us on: Managing Editor Ashlesh Khadse www.facebook.com/theknowledgereview/ URL Name of the Institution Brief Assisting Editor Vrushal Zatey twitter.com/theknowledgerv Academia Bilingual School is a small by design, private school that provides excellent bilingual Academia Bilingual academia-bilingual.ch teaching in an international environment. The Visualiser David King School Basel school was founded in 2010 with a location in Basel and has been growing ever since. Art & Design Head Rahul Shinde We are also available on: French School De Bâle founded in 1884, is the Co-designer Paul Belin rst French establishment abroad, it currently welcomes nearly 150 pupils from the very small section to CM2. The only school in North-West French School De Bâle efdb.ch Business Development Manager Phill Miller Switzerland to be approved by the Ministry of National Education and a partner of the AEFE Marketing Manager Mary D’souza (Agency for French Education Abroad), the EFDB provides quality education. Business Development Executives Helen Jones, CORPORATE OFFICE John Mathew Haut-Lac International Bilingual School, believes Haut-Lac International haut-lac.ch that a holistic approach to education is the only The Knowledge Review Bilingual School Technical Head Jacob Smile way forward. Insights Success Media Tech LLC 555 Metro Place North, Prachi mokashi Assistant Technical Head Suite 100, Dublin, OH 43017, United States Le Châtelard seeks to cooperate with the parents in Phone - (614)-602-1754 the integral formation of their daughter. Le Technical Consultants Amar, David, Robert Email: info@theknowledgereview.com Châtelard offers each student the practical Le Châtelard ecolechatelard.ch Digital Marketing Manager Alina Sege techniques and the academic knowledge that she For Subscription: theknowledgereview.com will need for her personal and professional future. Assistant Digital Marketing Manager Mark Clain My Ski School is an international team of My Ski School professionals discovering ski and snowboard world myskischool.com Copyright © 2022 Insights Success Media and Technology Zermatt Switzerland SME-SMO Executives Atul, Gemson to you in Zermatt and other European resorts. Pvt. Ltd., All rights reserved. The content and images used in this magazine should not be reproduced or transmitted in Research Analyst Eric Smith any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior Circulation Manager Tanaji Fartade permission from Insights success. Reprint rights remain solely with Insights Success Media and Technology Pvt. Ltd. The Knowledge Review is powered by Insights Success Media and Technology Pvt. Ltd.

Helping Young Ladies to Become the Best Version of Themselves C o v e r S t o r y Our commitment is holistic, as it addresses “ all aspects of the person and not only the intelligence, and personalised, where each student has different talents that need to be empowered.

The 5 Best-In-Class Schools in Switzerland, 2022 t is a well-established fact that being a historical heritage into modern, To give students holistic arms in their powerful, but image is superficial'. The every person is unique, and comfortable, and functional facilities development, the school has a well- class contains topics of etiquette, humans being a creature that since 1873. Being set in natural beauty balanced system that juggles studies, courtesy, good taste, amongothers, as I I evolves through a constant process of in a secure environment in sports, art, and leisure time. While well aspects as humananthropology, learning, there is always room for Switzerland, the school meets every speaking about the same, Mrs. mindfulness, good use of social improvement. However, self-discovery need of students for their holistic Veronica asserts,"Our institute leads to media, emotional intelligence, well- and education often go hand in hand in development. an atmosphere of harmony and being, and self-esteem, among others." the holistic development of children all friendship between students, teachers, On weekends, our students have around the world. The school welcomes young girls to and staff that we call Le Châtelard´s Home Coming of a Proud Leader experience a unique way of life with an family spirit. This is where life-lasting With a rich history of 30 years, the cultural and recreational outings “ Becoming the best version of oneself is academic excellence program under friendships begin." school has undergone various in Switzerland and France. a process of discovery, self-realisation, Christian and universal human values. leaderships, and many educators and hard work put together. In this The students are groomed into an School's Vision, Mission, and Core have contributed to the school's During the year, we have process of achieving personal enriching culture of 'Savoir Vivre'—the Values success during that time. several field trips to greatness, the environment, the art of living—and they study French, The school's vision is to accompany education quality, industry relevance, sciences and humanities along with and guide each student towards their discover splendid creativity, social skills, etc., plays a other essential subjects. Highlighting integral formation and bring them European places very important role. It is even some of the school's values, Mrs. opportunities to grow as a person and challenging for ladies as they require a Veronica Canales says, "Our institute learn the art of living. With such a full of art, history, different approach to grooming. provides intellectual, emotional, and vision, the school aims to develop its and sports. spiritual techniques that they will need students into leaders and practice the In this modern world, finding an for her personal and professional beauty of Christian life. institute that contributes and satisfies future, and that will allow her to all these qualities responsible for become the best version of herself." To achieve this vision of the school, holistic development has become the the school has set itself on a mission to need of the hour. Catering to this "To support a healthy attitude in seek the development aspect of the specific niche of the requirement of the students' lives, our program provides person through: world, Le Châtelard, an international students with a wide range of Ÿ Teaching students by giving them boarding school for young ladies in extracurricular activities as an the appropriate knowledge Les Avants, Switzerland, aims to additional touch to their formation. On corresponding to their grade. groom the young ladies to unleash their weekends, our students have cultural Ÿ Educating the students by full potential and become the best and recreational outings in Switzerland developing in them a love for version of themselves. and France. We have several field trips authentic values and a to discover splendid European places sense of what is good, To acknowledge the school's full of art, history, and sports during right, noble, just, and contribution to transforming and giving the year. As we are an international beautiful. a new direction to the education boarding school for young girls with Ÿ Forming the character of industry in Switzerland, The Catholic bases, our social program has the students as the Knowledge Review caught up with two pilgrimage trips as well as social foundation stone of all virtue Maria Veronica Canales, the outreach visits to asylums and and integrity. Director of Le Châtelard. In an orphanages," the Director of the indulging conversation with the school adds. Emphasising on the core values, the magazine, she sheds light on the Director of the school expresses, "The school's journey to become one of the The school also has a caring boarding class of Savoir Vivre, the art of living, country's best-in-class schools. faculty to cater for the everyday needs is a trademark of Le Châtelard. Who of the students, aiming to provide them am I, whom do I want to become and Le Châtelard: The Ideal Boarding with a safe and warm environment that how do I achieve it… are questions for Holistic Development feels like home. Moreover, the school that permeate the whole class and The institutional building of the school houses an international staff to environment of the school? This class has a rich and happening history of maintain education standards at the covers five aspects from external to itself, and it has transformed from facility. internal and vice versa. 'Image is

at the school, training courses are leaders and global citizens. Over the offered to teachers. At the same time, years, the school has specialised itself being a school committed to the future in providing students with the tools and holistic development of students, they need to venture into the world the school supports and encourages anchored with values that will keep their personal formation projects, their culture, beliefs and traditions giving the teachers more freedom in alive. teaching. Explaining how the school shapes the 4 Pillars of Education Program at Le future of the school, Mrs. Veronica Châtelard Canales explains, "Among many, will Le Châtelard has developed and power be one of the most important curated a unique way to impart areas to form in our students. No excellent education through tradition matter what goal in life you and innovation unlike other boarding have and what motivates schools. The four pillars that make the you, if you don't have a educational programs complete are well-formed will Reflection, Hard Work, Analytical power, you will Skills and Critical Thinking. not go far. In a Taking about the different methodologies implemented at the school, Mrs. Veronica Canales says, "We educate free and responsible students who must feel loved and supported in their learning. Therefore, The profound and However, for the last nine years, the week, as well as the mom and daughter our commitment is holistic, as it school has been under the supervision 'Savoir Vivre week' have not only addresses all aspects of the person holistic formation it of a proud alumnus of the school, fulfilled all expectations, but they have and not only the intelligence, “ offers, as well as its Veronica Canales, from the class of permitted parents to have an amazing and personalised, where 1994-1995. She has been a passionate Le Châtelard experience too, as they each student has different family spirit, have leader with a clear ideology of serving enrich their daughters´ formation by talents that need to be contributed to form the mission of the school. Being a great building closer ties to them." empowered. We educator and leader herself, she has led seek to help our many proud and the school in the right direction to Imparting Quality Education with students get to know successful generations make key improvements in the areas of Quality Teachers themselves better and the school. Under her sheer leadership, Quality education has become the need of students that have to anticipate needs, the school laid the foundation to what of the hour for students across the difficulties, and aspirations shared their Le Châtelard is today. world. Being aware of how a good in order to respond to them teacher can help enhance the school's experiences with others. even before the request is made. Taking about Veronica's influence on education standards, Le Châtelard has Our meeting place of tradition and Many have come back the growth of the school, the school assembled a team of motivated and innovation in academics explains why qualified teachers who are passionate management says, "Making parents to visit, while others are we keep traditional exam-taking about teaching and enthusiastic about part of the daughter's experience has techniques, as well as project-based sending their daughters transmitting their knowledge and been a key strategy to the school´s learning activities to evaluate our skills. success. The school has a great so they can too live students." communication strategy that makes their experience. The school has also recognised the parents feel they are physically present, Shaping the Leaders for the Future accompanying them in their development of teachers, and to Le Châtelard was established to experience. The dad and daughter maintain such high teaching standards prepare students for becoming world

changing world, we need to form our foothold in preparing students for the students as working people, capable of future and allowing them to flourish in overcoming difficulties in life. Together modern-day technology. with working habits, we also need to form them to be resilient people, Mrs. Veronica Canales believes that the Our traditional 'Le capable of recharging constantly." best way to prepare future citizens and leaders of the world is to teach them “ Cordon Bleu' cooking The school has Social Outreach where true happiness lies. And she class is considered a Program that helps them imbibe and concludes by quoting Oscar Wilde, develop essential values like empathy, "The best way to make children good is 'Maker space', something integrity, and social welfare. Through to make them happy." that is new in education. this program, the school prepares the Students have a students to live in a social world where Roadmap for a Bright Future people rely on each other, irrespective Since the inception of the school, Le collaborative space for of their race, religion, etc. Châtelard has had very clear goals making, learning, along with imparting higher education exploring and sharing Along with the outreach program, the standards that have paved the path to school also considers saving ecology success for the school. Envisioning the that uses other types of as an important aspect of preparing future of the school, Veronica Canales 'tools' from the students for the future. Through this says, "We will continue updating and traditional learning unique program, students learn to take adapting its academic and formation responsibility for our planet. Moreover, programs according to modern times to spaces. the world is now a global technological always try to adapt and improve village, where one needs to master things." technology and use it as an aid. The school today has developed a strong

Academia Bilingual School Basel Integrating Traditional Education with an Inquiry-Based Approach he world is changing at an The Knowledge Review magazine impeccable pace. While the caught up with Mr. Jarrod Brauer, T T shift in industries from the Principal of the school, who has tangible to non-tangible product and efficiently contributed to the school's services is on the rise, the industry and success. the education sector across the world is struggling with keeping up with the Igniting the Flame of Quality modern requirements. Education with Curiosity and Creativity As the British writer, C. S. Lewis Academia Bilingual School (K-6) was rightly depicted the future by saying, established in 2009 in Basel by a group "The task of the modern educator is not of passionate educators that saw the to cut down jungles, but to irrigate value in an approach to education that deserts." Metaphorically this explains stimulated the interest of young minds the current dilemma of modern-day through curiosity and creativity. This educators. deviated from traditional educational models in Switzerland to an This particular need has been inquiry-based approach to bilingual offering a soft landing into Swiss life Core Values that Defined School's addressed by many educators across learning. and education. Success the world and has been working on Academia Bilingual School values Aspire to inspire. reforms to bring on the effectiveness What was essential in their vision was The school is housed within a academic achievement. With a strong The energy you put into that is required to change the swift tide that a school, small by design, would historically significant building for the sense of global community, the school in favor of future generations. With a allow pupils to flourish and invest in local area, 'TheSchifferhaus'. It offers encourages its students to discover and teaching will be returned in similar vision to meet the industry their strengths. A cap on class sizes, generous gardens and plays areas for follow their interests and talents. The requirement of tomorrow, Academia aligning to best bilingual practices, was the children to explore. Sports halls, an academic curriculum is centred on a tenfold from a happy class. Bilingual School was established to paramount so that more individual indoor swimming pool and an art blended version of the Cambridge stimulate the interest of younger minds student-teacher time as possible. studio are also enjoyed by the school International Curriculum and Lehrplan in creativity and curiosity. Academia Bilingual School excels at community. 21, the national curriculum of June 2022 | 16 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 17 | June 2022

The 5 Best-In-Class Schools in Switzerland, 2022 Switzerland. This allows students the Preparing Students for a Better Testimonial luxury of transitioning between local Future and international schooling should the The school places great importance on need arise. keeping student pathways broad as pupils progress through schooling. Meeting the Expectations of the Emphasizing on the academic success Society of the institution, Jarrod Brauer says, Excellent school that we cannot recommend enough! Academia Bilingual School "The popular option when graduating Our kids started in a local Swiss school, but after three management is mindful of the high from our primary school is to years of living in the U.S., we were looking for a expectations of teachers in this modern transition to Academia International society from various school School, our college, which prepares bilingual school with a supporting climate and stakeholders. In order to support their students for International A Levels. stimulating learning atmosphere. We found all of it and school achievements, there are a These qualifications are recognized more in Academia. Excellent, caring teachers, great number of initiatives mixed with some around the world and open doors to progressive and very involved Principal, small classes core values of the school to impart universities across the globe. and community feel, overall fantastic team. We are also quality education, like: International A levels allow students to Ÿ Collaborate: More minds are better choose their subjects based on their very happy with the academic level and approach to than one individual strengths and interests – one learning through curiosity, good habits, and less Ÿ Promote & Involve: Keep parents of the many advantages when studying pressure. informed about their child's at Academia International School." achievements and involve them - Parent of Year 5 & 7 students along the way. Home school "In the last years, students leaving our partnerships are important! college have had some outstanding Ÿ Support: Professional development opportunities and dialogue Ÿ Review & Reflect: An endless process at a quality school In addition, the school administrators keep a keen watch on a teacher's daily roles and get to know students, their strengths, and challenges more intimately. Unique in its Approach A bilingual school with a warm and open atmosphere allows the school to have a leading edge over other schools. Talking about the school's uniqueness, Principal Jarrod Brauer says, "I recall some recent comments from a family after they toured our school with a relocation agent. Describing Academia Bilingual School as 'friendly and focused', I could not have wished for a better compliment. This is precisely who we aspire to be." June 2022 | 18 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 19 | June 2022

Albeit a smaller school, we have a large number of clubs and opportunities for our pupils to enjoy. performances, including awards such as winners of the Pearson Edexcel prizes for the highest mark in Switzerland in science, advanced maths, and English. We have also had a student awarded the Pearson Edexcel prize for the highest mark in the world for Advanced German," Jarrod Brauer highlights. Exploring Creativity by that Extra(Curricular) Mile Emphasizing on the extra-curricular activities designed to boost the educators, Jarrod Brauer explains, by Academia Bilingual School, Basel creativity of the students at school, "Aspire to inspire. The energy you put has added to more locations in the Jarrod Brauer explains, "Albeit a into teaching will be returned tenfold Zurich area: Terra Nova Bilingual smaller school, we have a large from a happy class. Pupil School in Küsnacht, along with number of clubs and opportunities for achievements, no matter how big or Academia Bilingual School Winterthur. our pupils to enjoy. In particular, we small, are a just reward for an offer a day school set up with educator shaping young minds. I am a This unique model sets a distinct point homework rooms, language booster firm believer one should stay true to from big international schools, lessons, art, football, yoga, STEM, who you are in your teaching style, and bringing the students in the spotlight computer programming, instrumental this should be moulded to your and not being lost in the crowd, but music, gardening, cooking clubs and personality. Pupils will feel whether valued and known by all in a familiar more catering for many talents. There you are authentic or not, so be the best community. Being confident about the is, of course, a free play option which version of yourself!" school's progress, Jarrod Brauer says, encompasses the time in the garden, "I could imagine we shall continue to often with our pet bunny rabbits for the Envisage the Expansion of Bilingual see more small schools by Academia little ones to enjoy." Schools and Community Schools design whether at junior or Academia Bilingual School and its senior school level in the future.” Advice from Leader to Leaders educational group continue to go from Advising the younger generation strength to strength. Recently the Website : www.academia-bilingual.ch/ catering to the education sector as bilingual school concept was inspired June 2022 | 20 | www.theknowledgereview.com

Switzerland Calling! 5 Reasons to Study in Switzerland hat could be the best feasibility, the country's background, choice for higher the career scope after doing the chosen W W education? course etc. Many students opt to study abroad A few promising international from the collective student base education destinations offer excellent worldwide. The primary reason to scope for higher studies from world- choose international universities in renowned universities. different countries is seen for its high value, global exposure, and numerous Switzerland can be one of the ideal career opportunities. locations. Yes! Switzerland, apart from being renowned for its watches, swiss However, these aspiring students often knife, chocolates and cheese, face challenges in choosing the right Switzerland is a fantastic destination international destination. Choosing an for international education that offers a international destination requires them wide choice of graduation, post- to make a proper assessment of the graduation and doctorate programs. education standards, its popularity, cost June 2022 | 24 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 25 | June 2022

Let's explore the five most essential and network with the international degrees (Of course, with adherence to aspects that make Switzerland a community, learn new aspects and the immigration rules and the laws of prominent international education grow together. It is a great location to the Swiss government). destination. see and identify the numerous activities taking place here. Aspiring individuals can choose High Standard of Education numerous careers like physicians, Switzerland has one of the best There has been a steady rise in the orthodontists, lawyers, software education systems in the world; hence number of international students opting engineers, IT systems architects, it is becoming one of the preferred to study in Switzerland for numerous accountants, pilots, investment choices for education abroad. reasons like safe destination, lower fee bankers, teachers, actuaries, veterinary structure, simplified process and doctors, and many more. The top-class education system in standard quality education. The Switzerland offers a novel habitat for Swedish universities have a single fee Tourism is the biggest business in the students to display their innate structure for both Swiss and foreign Switzerland, which offers many skills during their process of attaining students, which is an encouraging employment opportunities to the locals high-quality international grade factor. and foreign employees. The hospitality education. Switzerland houses several industry, too, enjoys a good business universities of high international Diverse Culture movement though functional in the recognition, making it a preferred Switzerland has a diverse culture and seasonal and summer periods. education destination. The quality of background that changes as per its vast education is high right from its primary geographical landscapes. There are Moreover, Switzerland shares its education up to the higher levels with four national languages, German, border with five different European Italian, French and Romansh, spoken diverse and innovative teaching countries with excellent connectivity. in Switzerland. pedagogy. The country enjoys good credibility due to its strategic location, high global It has 26 cantons which have their own education standards and professional The system applies an open learning methodology, which combines the administrative and governance system, work culture. Students from classroom pattern, practical aspects, which makes it a refreshing destination Switzerland universities are respected group discussion and technological for higher education. Students studying and valued and have high chances of applications of learning management in different universities of various bagging interesting job opportunities in systems, customized educational cantons get a unique learning structure many other countries. software and self-creating modules. customized by canton management. Switzerland has approximately 1000 Horizons of Education and Career Safe Country museums that portray the rich Swedish As we conclude with an overview on Switzerland has been one of the safest culture. Their folk art is seen in dance, choosing Switzerland as the destination countries to choose for education and embroidery patterns, traditional wood for higher education, it is a point of career with its sound law system and carving art and music. The traditional delight that this country fairs to broad welcoming-diverse culture. It is music comprises a long musical numerous parameters of safety, quality a country with almost no violent instrument like a piped trumpet known standards, affordability, background, crimes with the lowest crime rate. The as Alphom. culture and many more. Being a law-and-order system is very effective, developed modern country, it can also and the police department is very Exciting Career Opportunities be considered a career destination active in crime tracking and resolution Switzerland is an advanced country in offering a huge scope in a wide range of the cases. numerous fields of science, technology, of professional segments. food, dairy, agriculture, education and Refreshing Global Network many more. The country itself offers So say Halla! And begin your Switzerland has nearly 25% ample scope to choose a lucrative preparations to study in Switzerland! international students in its career and settle down there itself. universities, which provides excellent Swiss companies are open to hiring exposure for all the students to interact foreign professionals with Swiss June 2022 | 26 | www.theknowledgereview.com

The 5 Best-In-Class Schools in Switzerland, 2022 international school as it grew from 13 future. The school ensures success students in 1993 to 600 in 2022. By through its simple motto: Living, getting to know their students and Learning, Achieving. staying abreast of developments in education, they were able to adapt the Haut- Lac believes in and strives to programs offered to continue meeting instill in its students strong values such ever-evolving needs. as Respect, Perseverance, and Open- Mindedness among its students. The Haut-Lac International Bilingual School boasts a mesmerizingly scenic Quality and Advanced Learning location overlooking Lake Geneva, The school ensures consistent quality Haut- Lac about a 20-minutes drive away from teaching through regular in-house and “ the nearest ski slopes. The school has external professional development. International maintained a welcoming family Haut-Lac school also regularly atmosphere since the day it was collaborates with experts in education Bilingual School founded in 1993. The school now and bilingualism, and promotes the welcomes approximately 600 boys and sharing of best practices among ensure success girls aged 3 to 18 on two bright, colleagues. modern, and fully-equipped campuses through its simple in St-Légier, a small town between The IB Middle Years, Diploma and motto: Living, Lausanne and Montreux. And as of Career-Related Programmes at the August 2022, 11 to 18-year-old Haut-Lac International Bilingual Learning, Achieving. boarders can stay within walking School offer an innovative, distance of its school campuses at its interdisciplinary approach to learning new Boutique Boarding House. that focuses on developing secondary students' academic knowledge and soft skills such as communication, On an academic front, Haut-Lac graduates have achieved excellent collaboration, resilience, etc. academic results with 100% IB Diploma pass rates and entry into top International Bilingual School European and American Universities. With a high percentage of French and English native speakers (over 50%), Nurturing Learning Grounds for your Child. the school provides two options. Depending on the student skills, " he function of education is to While Switzerland is home to a varied In a conversation with The Knowledge students can study either truly bilingual teach one to think intensively population in its demography, it review, the Managing Director of the (English and French) or predominantly T and to think critically. portrays a rich cultural diversity. The school, Anne-Marie Harwood, shares English teaching streams. Intelligence plus character - that is the need for bilingual schools is also the story of journey of its captivating goal of true education." evident in the country. emergence. At Haut-Lac International Bilingual - Martin Luther King. School, every child gets their chance to Haut-Lac International Bilingual Haut-Lac, Making a Difference Since shine, whether in class, at sport, on As per the above quote, education School has with relentlessly over 30 1993 stage, in debate club, or elsewhere. signifies everything that bolsters a years provide Swiss students with an Haut-Lac was founded in 1993 by two child's ability to think critically and authentic international experience and families, who are still at the helm A Breeding Ground for Talent build character. Education institutes ensure international students feel at today. The four Founder-Directors, Haut- Lac International Bilingual worldwide are striving to create growth home with the Swiss language and Anne-Marie and Neil Harwood and School offers an inclusive ecosystem inducive and friendly ecosystems for culture for more than 30 years. Grainne and Jean-Louis Dubler, that would nurture young talents, students to ensure the all-round made sure Haut-Lac to remained a fosters a sense of belonging among its development of children. family-oriented and truly bilingual students, and prepare them for the June 2022 | 28 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 29 | June 2022

The infant and primary play an active Haut-Lac places learning in real-world in Switzerland through several student engagement Ÿ Activity & Language Camps during role in their learning and prepare for contexts. Students learn to set up and Ÿ Eco-School and development programmes. Some the Winter, Spring and Summer the future through interdisciplinary run projects involving contact with Ÿ Mantle of the Expert Quality Mark of the programs are listed below: holidays for 4 to 15-year olds. learning and the 'Mantle of the Expert' local and international individuals and Award Ÿ IB Sport & Study programmes for pedagogy. businesses. Ÿ Primary Science Quality Mark Ÿ The school gives responsibilities to high-performing athletes. Ÿ Duke of Edinburgh International the students through Student At Haut-Lac, students develop their Recognition, Awards, and Accolades Award Authorization Council roles, Digital Leader A Glimpse of the Future local and civic engagement through Haut-Lac International Bilingual Ÿ Ski Racing Academy run in positions, Global Citizenship Haut-Lac envisions continuing its House Team charity initiatives, the School has won several awards and partnership with Ski Zenit Ambassador roles, House Captain journey as a leading Swiss IB World IBMYP Service as Action component, accolades for its contributions to the Ÿ Accredited by the Council of and Ambassador roles, etc. School. The school strives to further and the IBDP CAS component. The field of education. Some of the awards International Schools Ÿ Higher Education Guidance pedagogical innovation and teaching school also has a dedicated Digital are listed below: Ÿ Member of several Swiss school Ÿ Over 150 after-school clubs, quality. Education program involving a 1-to-1 Associations involving sports, the arts, music, iPad Scheme from P3-MYP4, laptop Ÿ Top 10 IB World School in Europe the digital world, academic support Founder's Word of Advice use from MYP5, robotics programmes Ÿ First Athlete-Friendly Education Special Programmes and Initiatives and more. When asked to give a word of advice and clubs, an internet safety course, Centre (AFEC) accredited by the At Haut-Lac International Bilingual Ÿ Breakfast club from 7:15 to 8:00 for the educators who are venturing and appropriate device use modules. World Academy of Sport (WAoS) School, students prepare for the future Ÿ After-school supervision until into the education space, 18:00. co-founder of the Haut-Lac Ÿ Regular ski outings during the International Bilingual School, Winter term from P1 to DP1. Anne-Marie Harwood, says, "As Ÿ A term of swimming lessons for educators, our primary objective is to Infant and Primary students. prepare young people for the challenges of the future, so we need to keep looking ahead and never stop innovating." June 2022 | 30 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 31 | June 2022

Learner Centric Personalized Learning Gateway to H o l i s t i c Development lobal education has then came up with an innovative undergone numerous changes solution which greatly helped in the G G G over the period. Educators learning process. This is a Personalized worldwide have conducted extensive Learning methodology. research to make the learning process simpler, easier and culpable. However, Personalized learning basically is the thousands of students have been non-conventional approach to teaching struggling in their studies. These the students, which includes students somehow cannot grasp the customization of the learning process subject being taught in their classes. based on each student's individual needs, interests, strengths, and skills. A The teachers make relentless efforts to standard identification assessment is help them understand the concepts based on how they learn to understand through various measures like their best and what they know. It is repeating the instructions, helping based on the identification technique them read the matter, encouraging very similar to the SWOT (Strengths, more practice and teaching in question- Weakness, Opportunities and Threats) answer format. Educational researchers analysis. June 2022 | 32 | www.theknowledgereview.com www.theknowledgereview.com | 33 | June 2022

Personalized learning doesn't have the learning plans specially created for closely and offer extra support as standard teaching process of single individual students, it is an obvious required. instruction given to all. In this process, fact that every school will have its own the teachers customize individual type of approach. However, Closely Monitored Learner Profiles instructions separately for each personalized learning is based on The closely monitored learner profiles student. The further process of learning various learning models widely type of model comprises maintaining a aspects (including how to help them followed in modern progressive daily record of the activities with learn, what would be their curriculum, schools. Let's investigate this in-depth. observations. The educators understand what would be the sequence of the each student's traits in terms of topics and where the students need Capability-Oriented Assessment interests, strengths, needs, motivation, practice) will be based on the The capability-oriented assessment development and targets. These traits individual findings of their strengths, model is based on continuous are based on daily reviews and updated likes, interests and understanding. assessment of the student's progress more frequently than the regular exam- towards a particular goal. The based report card. The daily updates This is an innovative approach where schoolteacher gives focused help the teachers in making decisions the students learn different things in instructions to the students on that positively impact the students newer places, unlike the traditional developing skills. The learning model learning process. single place all subject method. includes specific knowledge, certain Teachers help the students in setting up skills and a strong will to achieve their The Learner profile model helps the of the short-term and long-term goals goals. The students benefit from the students track their progress and gives based on small tasks to be learnt daily opportunity to improve their decision- the teachers and parents a clear idea of or weekly patterns. Students get making skills by helping them choose either changing the learning model or involved in their own learning process, from the given options. Students need the goals. understand their pace and steadily to choose to display their skills learnt become accountable for the same. Flexible Learning Ecosystem through real-life examples like visiting a bookstore and dealing with The flexible learning ecosystem aims Personalized learning is not any kind purchasing a book. Skills like time to create an encouraging environment of replacement for standard education. management, rational thinking and where the students study, explore and It is just a different approach to help basic mathematics will be practised learn openly. The methodology focuses students understand and learn easily. It here. on the physical aspects of the needs to be inclusive of various classroom structure, the school patterns, visual aids, practical Personalized Learning Modes methodology and the approach of the elements, action-oriented exercises, This mode helps the subject teachers teachers. The flexible learning and several other learning strategies customize a learning way that adjusts ecosystem encourages the design that can support the learning process. according to the student's progress, thinking that reshapes the learning inspirations and targets. The class process of the students and the teachers If the process of personalized learning teacher creates the student's schedule on how they can manage their is carried out properly, the students based on the weekly updates about the schedules and own priorities find learning easier, interesting and academic progress and strengths. effectively. develop the habits of self-learning Considering each student as unique, it steadily. Gradually as they develop an includes several learning methods such Imagine a refreshing classroom with interest in learning, students will start as one-on-one tutoring, independent innovative wall paintings, hanging learning on their own by adopting working on core skills with complex charts, display boards and diverse different innovative techniques they tasks and project-based learning with a seating. This kind of ecosystem will have been using. small group of other students. The evoke excitement among the students. personalized learning model schedules Schools which practice personalized Understanding The Process the students to learn and work with learning even experiment with teaching Knowing the fact that personalized different skillsets with separate in nature under the tree shade for a learning is based on customized patterns. Teachers observe each student fresh and better mindset. June 2022 | 34 | www.theknowledgereview.com

The 5 Best-In-Class Schools In Switzerland, 2022

The 5 Best-In-Class Schools In Switzerland, 2022

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