La Côte International School Aubonne

On a sunny and clear mid-September morning, nine LCIS IB Diploma students set out from Col de la Forclaz, Trient, on the first leg of a four-day, 55 kilometre hike. This was the final challenge and assessment to complete the The Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Gold level, which they had been working towards for the past 18 months. Carrying all their gear, they faced over 3000m of vertical ascent, camping in the mountains, and hiking autonomously. Despite tough weather, they powered through, showing resilience and teamwork. On day three, 11 more students joined them, training for a 2025 Mount Kilimanjaro climb. The Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award requires young people to engage in voluntary work, physical activity and to acquire a skill. It is an excellent opportunity for young people to take something they enjoy to a new level, setting themselves goals and persevering until they achieve them. Along the way soft skills are improved and enhanced – skills that round out their academic achievements and give them an edge as they make their way into further education and their working life: Teamwork, resilience, time management, problem solving, reliability and more. As an internationally recognised achievement, it is an incredibly worthwhile endeavour. Read more about the expedition on the blog today: https://lnkd.in/egNpnNE3

At LCIS we teach the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) which integrates a variety of subjects through a topic ensuring our students develop a deep love for learning. Students in our Primary school have the unique opportunity to follow the IPC in either English or French. When the IPC is followed in French, almost half of their curriculum is taught in French. This helps foster bilingualism (and in some cases trilingualism!) and a deeper connection to the Swiss francophone culture. Want to know more about our Primary and Secondary school curricula? Join our Virtual Open Day on 7 October.💻 Click the link the link to register: https://lnkd.in/dnVivHFW #internationalprimarycurriculum #ipc #lacoteinternationalschool

📚Did you know our school library holds over 13,500 books in both English and French? Fun fact: right now, we have more than 1,100 of those checked out by our students and staff! We’re also growing our collection in 12 other languages to support our diverse school community🌍 Here’s a peek into how our students are using the library: EYFS & Primary students visit weekly for story time, research lessons, and to check out books in both English and French. They love exploring stories, whether solo or with their French classes. Secondary students enjoy the library as a social hub during breaks and use it for research, group work, and reading during class hours. Research and referencing lessons help prepare them for IB coursework and papers. We also have special programs, like Parents Story Time, where parents volunteer to read with students weekly. Students get personalized tips to improve their reading. “What do I love most about working here at LCIS? The joy of watching students light up as they discover new worlds through books, and helping them grow their research skills for future success. Plus, I get to read and learn something new every day,” says Ms Cover, our Librarian and book whisperer. 

Join our Open Evening this month! Explore our facilities, learn more about the outstanding experiences we offer and how we ensure our students achieve academic excellence while flourishing socially and personally. The school tour will start at 5 pm, followed by a Q&A session and refreshments. We are looking forward to meeting you on our campus!

Starting fresh in a new school or country can be daunting, but at LCIS, we make sure every family feels at home from day one. We’re not just a school—we’re a community, a family. 💙 Our recent, and most anticipated, Welcome Apéro, held in the beautiful scenery of Signal de Bougy, overlooking Lake Geneva and the Alps, brought together both new and longtime families, along with teachers and students. On a warm and beautiful end-of-summer evening, we gathered to connect, share stories, and build relationships that go beyond the classroom. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this evening so special. We look forward to another fantastic school year together! #internationalschool #internationaleducation #expatcommunity #lacoteinternationalschool

Numerous studies have shown that extracurricular activities (ECAs)’s participation is associated with higher test scores, and better psychological and behavioural outcomes of the students. Here at LCIS, extracurricular activities play a significant role in the holistic development of our primary and secondary students. We place a strong emphasis on ECA’s and offer our students a wide range of over 130 clubs to expand their learning, from sports and arts to academic clubs and life skills. Categories of ECA’s we offer include:   🧘🏽Physical and Emotional Wellbeing, including a range of sports, yoga, and mindfulness 🎭Drama, Dance and Music, including Broadway Musical, choir, private music lessons 🖌️Academics and Languages. Choose further language study, journalism and more 🔬STEAM Skills (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Maths)   Read more about our ECAs and academic offer: https://lnkd.in/eEd-FjqQ and schedule a meeting (in person or virtual) with our team: https://lnkd.in/dnVivHFW #eca #afterschool #lacoteinternationalschool

The IGCSE 2023/2024 results are in and we are beyond proud to share that 49.4% of our grades were Grade 7 or better, with over 20% achieving the coveted Grade 9! With over 85% of grades at Grade 4 or better, this truly reflects the hard work and dedication of our 2023/24 IGCSE cohort. “I cannot congratulate highly enough all our students, their teachers and parents for this stellar performance, and I know that they already have very high expectations of what they can achieve in two year’s time at IB Diploma,” said Mr Puttock, LCIS Principal. #IGCSE #igcse #ibdiploma #createyourfuture Nord Anglia Education

Even though our students and teachers are enjoying a well-deserved break, our Admissions Office is open all summer! We're here to assist with applications, answer your questions, and help you join our vibrant school community. 📅 Summer Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:30 to 17:30 Visit us in person or reach out online! We can't wait to meet you! Book your visit today: https://lnkd.in/dnVivHFW

🎉 Huge congratulations to Clara, our IB Diploma student for achieving the prestigious Gold Certificate in the Intermediate Biology Olympiad! 🏆 Out of 15,000 participants, only the top 5%received this distinction, and we are beyond proud that Clara is among them.🔬 The Intermediate Biology Olympiad is open to students worldwide. It tests their biology knowledge while introducing additional concepts, encouraging participants to apply their problem-solving skills and deepen their understanding of core principles. Students who take part in the Intermediate Biology Olympiad are encouraged to reference their participation in their higher education applications. Well done, Clara! #intermediatebiologyolympiad #IB #IBDiploma #coteinternationalschool #nordangliaeducation

Twenty-seven of LCIS’s bold IB Diploma students embarked on the trip of a lifetime this June, spearheaded by Expedition Leader and DP head Mr Brooks. The annual LCIS CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) Expedition is a huge commitment for our IBDP students, not only for the action packed eleven-day trip, but for fundraising and preparation, and of course for the incredible experiences. Read more about the LCIS CAS Trip 2024 on our blog: https://lnkd.in/ePrAP4pP #CAS #IBdiploma #createyourfuture #lacoteinternationalschool Nord Anglia Education