High classes (French) in Saint-Charles Collège et Lycée

LYCÉE (Lyceum)

• Duration: 4 years
• Standard: Maturité.

Teaching in the lyceum classes is conducted on a complex and simultaneously fascinating standard Maturité, which includes a large number of disciplines and subjects at a very high level. Saint-Charles Collège et Lycée is a recognized and accredited center, therefore its students have the right to take the most difficult Maturité exams, which are of great weight in the Swiss Confederation. The receipt of a high school diploma opens the doors to higher education institutions (University, HES, HEP) or other courses. Since 2016, Lycée Saint-Charles has offered a bilingual Franco-English Maturité exam.

The standard duration of studies at the Lyceum is 4 years: we note a flexible schedule where students can adjust their schedule, combine research with extracurricular activities, develop talents and their socialization skills. Free time and opportunities for adjusting the plan make it possible to become more independent and successful both in the general education and in the personal plan. As a supplement to the main program, lyceum pupils regularly take part in conferences and scientific symposia organized under the auspices of the Saint-Charles Forum, where they receive invaluable experience in interaction, communication and exchange of opinions. Graduates of the lyceum classes receive a Maturité diploma and have a good chance of entering prestigious higher education institutions.

Tuition fee on the program LYCÉE (Lyceum, Maturité standard) (with accommodation and meals):

• First semester = 30330CHF
• Second semester = 37070CHF
• Full year = 67400CHF.

BILINGUAL LYCÉE (Bilingual Lyceum)

• Duration: 4 years
• Standard: Maturité.

Saint-Charles Collège et Lycée provides the opportunity to study on the unique bilingual (Franco-English) Maturité program. For admission it is not necessary to have a high level of both languages, but it is absolutely necessary to be well motivated and have a great desire to prove yourself. The program of study is identical with the usual lyceum program, but is characterized by teaching in two languages ​​and a strong general linguistic bias. In accordance with the requirements of the Commission of Suisse de Maturité, teaching in the target language is more than 1,300 hours for four lyceum years. Teaching in English can be given for a specific (Biology, Chemistry) and for an additional option (Biology, History), depending on the number of students who follow the bilingual course and are enrolled in these options. For subjects taught in English, teaching materials are provided in the target language, as well as oral and written evaluations. Depending on the year, the choice of specific course options may be limited. The school also recommends that its lyceum students take part in at least one linguistic program abroad, which are held in partner institutions and help develop language opportunities.

The objectives of the bilingual Maturité:

• Development of language and communication skills, allowing students to speak fluent English and achieve the best oral and written skills
• Development of a broader vocabulary and a number of specialized knowledge: a scientific dictionary, a lexicon of the humanities and much more
• Development of communicability, openness, a lively view of life
• Providing a high level of knowledge.

Graduates of a bilingual lyceum after graduation receive a diploma and enter the best and most prestigious universities, and in the future demonstrate the best professional and personal qualities.

Tuition fee for the program LYCÉE (Bilingual Lyceum, Maturité standard) (with accommodation and meals):

• First semester = 31950CHF
• Second semester = 39050CHF
• Full year = 71000CHF.