PROGRESSIVE and holistic education since 1934
+90
years of progressive education
+8.000
alumni in our network
110
students enrolled annually
6
students per class
AN EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY BASED ON INDIVIDUAL LEARNING NEEDS
Paul Geeheb, 1946, Founder of Ecole d’Humanité
“But the whole educational path of a person in his or her entirety is an individual matter; thus it is a grave injustice to establish the same school program even for just two different children. What is important is to let every child find and progress on his or her own individual educational path”
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS - US AND SWISS EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS
US HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
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The US high school program at the Ecole d’Humanité offers a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. Learners can opt to challenge themselves in Advanced Placement (AP)® courses or pursue the Advanced Placement International Diploma (APID)® in preparation for university study worldwide.
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The US high school program is for students in grades 8 through 12.
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This program is taught in English.
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See the course catalog
AP® PATH PROGRAM
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The AP Path Program is unique amongst boarding schools in Switzerland. Part of our broader AP Program, the AP Path offers a fully customized, goal-oriented, educational plan for students who wish to push themselves academically and attend competitive universities around the world.
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The AP® Path Program is for students in grades 10 through 12.
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This program is taught in English.
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AP courses of study offered at the Ecole include AP Biology; AP Physics; AP Chemistry; AP World History; AP Human Geography; AP Calculus AB; AP German; AP Environmental Sciences; and AP Literature and Composition, among others.
SWISS MATURA PROGRAM
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The Ecole d’Humanité Matura preparatory program spans three and a half years and is taught in small groups of approximately four to eight students. Students are tutored in the core academic subjects in preparation for the credentialing exams. Guided by attentive and passionate teachers, Ecolianers also prepare their Matura thesis, a formal research paper in a subject of the student’s choice.
Enroll without entry exam
Earn a federal Swiss degree that is recognized worldwide
Advance to university studies
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The Swiss Matura program is for students in grades 10 through 13.
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This program is taught in German.
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Students sit the first partial examination in February of the 12th grade, which covers the following subjects: biology, chemistry, geography, history, physics, and either music or visual arts. At the end of the 13th grade, students complete the second partial examination in German, English, French, Mathematics, their chosen major, and a supplementary subject. See the course catalog.
SEKUNDARSTUFE I
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In these three years, students develop all the competencies in the core subjects as well as sports, music, arts and crafts that they need for the Sekabschluss according to the Lehrplan 21 of the Canton of Bern. They can choose from a wide array of courses with a "learning by doing" approach.
Enroll after finishing Primarschule
Earn a diploma from the Canton of Bern (Sekundarschulabschluss)
Advance to an apprenticeship, 10th grade or Matura
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The Sekundarstufe I is for students in grades 7 through 9.
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This program is taught in German.
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See the course catalog.
10TH SCHOOL YEAR
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If a student is not sure which apprenticeship is the right one or whether Matura might be an option for them, they can take a year at the Ecole to find their passion, be it art, music, handcraft, sports, the social field or academic knowledge. We will tailor a program that can draw from all our programs (CH program, US program, co-curricular program).
Enroll after completing grade 9
Earn an Ecole d'Humanité diploma
Advance to an apprenticeship or Matura
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The 10th School Year program is for students in grades 10.
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This program is taught in German.
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See the course catalog.
OUR UNIVERSITY COUNSELING PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO SET YOU OFF FOR SUCCESS
Our robust and holistic university advising program guides students through the university application process, taking them on a journey from dream to university acceptance. We also assist with the minutiae of the university application process: collecting documents; filling out applications; and even helping to sort out small details like organizing transportation to their university.
A selection of Swiss university placements
CO-CURRICULAR
BOARDING LIFE
CAMPUS
ADMISSIONS
ECOLE STORIES, NEWS AND EVENTS
INDIVIDUAL LEARNING AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
At the Ecole d’Humanité, we recognize that every student has unique strengths, challenges and learning experiences. Because of this, our additional support services are highly personalized, ensuring that each student receives the type and level of assistance that is most beneficial to their individual development. Support is not mandatory, nor is it standardized – instead, it is carefully tailored, based on an in-depth assessment of the student’s needs, goals and potential growth areas.
Students may receive support in one of two areas – Learning Support and Social-Emotional Support – or a combination of both, depending on their specific situation.
Each plan is created within the framework of the Kids Concept, outlining tailored goals and strategies that foster academic success, personal development, and emotional well-being.
Our Student Support Team, which includes learning support specialists, psychologists, social workers, works collaboratively with students, parents, teachers and external professionals when necessary.
A PROGRESSIVE BOARDING SCHOOL IN HASLIBERG, THE HEART OF SWITZERLAND
The Ecole d’Humanité
The Ecole d’Humanité is the only boarding school in Europe offering a truly progressive education in both English and German.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At the Ecole d’Humanité, your classrooms overlook stunning mountain peaks, and they open wide to the world around you. Discover the principles of aerodynamics on the ski slope, and gather data for your environmental biology class in the local waterways.
Growth and Confidence on Stage
In our co-curricular program you may see yourself grow in confidence on the stage. Perhaps you’ll choose to learn the art of blacksmithing or choreograph a dance performance. You’ll hike and ski, and you’ll have the chance to climb, knit, do pottery and much, much more.
Living and Learning Together
You’ll live together with some of your best friends in one of our chalet dorms, where teachers are always on hand for homework help or a celebratory high-five.
A SCHOOL UNLIKE ANY OTHER
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75 years of progressive education
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50 hours of outdoor activities per week
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