LEARNING in action, Become who you are!

An awe-inspiring study experience in the Swiss Alps, where education and a tight-knit community meet:

Easy access to nature in our Swiss chalet campus village

Smallest class sizes, avg. 6 students, for personalized learning journeys

Holistic education through rich co-curricular and outdoor programs

Digital mindfulness - learn to connect and create with technology

Swiss curriculum - Sekundarstufe I, 10th School Year, Matura Program

Inclusive scholarships up to 40% of annual tuition (limited spots)

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90+

years of progressive education

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8.000+

alumni in our global network

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110

students enrolled annually

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6

students per class on average

SCHOLARSHIPS UP TO 40% OF ANNUAL TUITION - LIMITED AVAILABILITY

AVAILABLE TO SWISS PASSPORT AND RESIDENCE PERMIT HOLDERS

Final date for applications 28. February 2026

Scholarship overview

Up to 40% reduction of annual tuition
Applicable to a full academic program
For Swiss passport and residence permit holders
Only applicable to studies in our Swiss school system

Scholarship requirements

Accepted to an academic program at the Ecole, starting fall term SY26/27
Min. B1 in German
Academic merit, Special talent (Music, Arts, Sports), or Need-based
Motivation letter (everyone), Portfolio (Special talent), Financial statements (Need-based)

Scholarship process

“Start Application” and submit the inquiry form below
Our admissions team will book an appointment with you and walk you through the process
Submit all required documents, be interviewed by our team, and get your admissions decision
Our scholarship committee will review your application and give you a scholarship offer

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A SWISS STUDY EXPERIENCE - FROM GRADE 7 TO MATURA PROGRAM GRADUATION

The Ecole d’Humanité offers three academic paths within the Swiss school system: Secondary Level I (grades 7–9), the 10th School Year, and the Matura Program (grades 10–13). All programs are based on a progressive educational concept that promotes discovery-based, hands-on, and holistic learning.

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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
The Swiss Matura program is for students in grades 10 through 13.
This program is taught in German.
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.
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Apply Today (this goes to Tami and Fabi with adjusted form)

Grade 10: 10th School Year

Grades 7-9: Sekundarstufe I

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
The Sekundarstufe I is for students in grades 7 through 9.
This program is taught in German.
See the course catalog.
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Grades 10-13: Swiss Matura Program

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
The 10th School Year program is for students in grades 10.
This program is taught in German.
See the course catalog.
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School Fees SY26/27 (PDF)

FOLLOW THE ECOLE COMMUNITY ON INSTAGRAM - LEARNING IN ACTION

In addition to the kiln we recently introduced, our ceramics studio has welcomed another wonderful addition:
a used Raku kiln, generously donated by Christoph Schütz, a former Artist in Residence at the Ecole. 🔥

This Raku kiln brings its own c

Here’s another set of impressions from this year’s Intensive Week at the Ecole –
Silver Smithing: Designed, shaped, crafted. ✨🔨💎

📸 Snapshots from the silver workshop in the LP house basement: students designed their own pieces,

Intensive Week 2025 – A Look Back:
French – learning through everyday moments.

With our French teacher Roseline, students discovered the language through daily activities: excursions, games, movies, mini golf, singing and cooking –

📷 Throwback Thursday ✨

Three boys during their cleaning break – back then, between 1965 and 1967, behind Haupthaus. Feel free to comment if you recognise yourselves ;-)

Today, we’d perceive this spot as being in front of Haupthaus. The

Movement and wellbeing are central to life at the Ecole. The project to renovate and move the fitness centre is underway, and it has already become a vibrant space where students train, recharge, and connect.

A recent parent donation made it possibl

We already have Tamires’ Coffee Chats in Switzerland and Germany – and now there’s a chance to join one in the US!

Between 8 and 10 December, June Vinhateiro, Head of Admissions at the Ecole d’Humanité, will be in Miam

Here’s another batch of impressions from this year’s Intensive Week at the Ecole –

Physics Performance Week: Play, wonder, explain. ⚛️

📸 snapshots capturing curiosity, teamwork, and hands-on exploration throughout the week.

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WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE ECOLE?

OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM IS HERE TO GUIDE YOU!

Our admissions process is designed to help us get to know each student – their goals, interests, and strengths. Based on this, we offer personalized recommendations for the best possible fit within our programs. Contact our admissions team via e-mail: admissions@ecole.ch

Tamires Giraldeli

Admissions Swiss programs

📧admissions@ecole.ch

Fabienne Abuzanad

Admissions Swiss Programs

📧admissions@ecole.ch

What’s inside

Campus and Boarding

Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

Academic Classes

Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

Co-Curricular and Outdoor Classes