Not only does this school have sky-high tuition fees, this school is also located more than 1,300 meters above sea level in the Alps in Villars, Switzerland.
Collège Alpin International Beau Soleil (also known as Beau Soleil) is known as one of Switzerland’s oldest private boarding schools. It is also an educational institution trusted by the royal family and the wealthy.
Famous alumni include Princess Marie of Denmark, Prince Felix and Princess Claire of Luxembourg, Canadian racing driver Jaques Villeneuve and late racing commentator Sir Peter O’Sullivan, according to Spearswms.
Expensive school favored by the royal family
Founded in 1910, the school welcomes students from more than 50 countries and offers a full boarding education for students aged 11-18. Education at Beau Soleil is personal and private for less than 300 students. The Daily Telegraph once listed Beau Soleil as “one of the most exclusive schools in the world”.
The school has students from more than 50 countries around the world. Photo: LuxuryLanches.
Notably, the tuition fee of 120,000 USD (more than 2.8 billion VND) has made Beau Soleil one of the most expensive schools in the world. This tuition fee includes smaller amounts: 2,000 USD (more than 47 million VND) for ski uniforms, 3,500 USD (more than 83 million VND) for school uniforms, nearly 1,000 USD (about 23 million VND) to buy books and 350 USD (more than 8.3 million VND) to use wifi.
Despite the hefty cost, the school’s student-teacher ratio is 4:1, making it a top choice for students from wealthy or royal families. In addition to tutoring students in French and English, our students enjoy comfortable living and studying conditions that have everything necessary for mеntal and physical development.
Boarding “cradle” of dreams
Beau Soleil has 6 boarding houses with staff on duty 24/7 to ensure that students’ lives run smoothly. Tala (school student) once shared: “What I like most about Beau Soleil is that everything is close. It has art, sports and valuable lessons. The school offers challenges and explorations. dangerous that nowhere else.”
This historic boarding school takes students from the top of Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzaia) to the streets of New Orleans (Louisiana, USA), Iceland, Cambodia, Antarctica and many more. These experiences allow students to explore and learn on their way to global citizenship.
Campus. Photo: Beau Soleil.
A series of luxury amenities
Located on the top of the Alps and overlooking the Blanc mountain, the school’s students can comfortably focus on their expertise thanks to the fresh air. Thanks to this, they can easily ski and this activity is part of the school’s winter sports program.
For students who like to make the most of their time, they can also experience Beau Soleil’s other amenities. Such as indoor and outdoor playground, gymnasium, swimming pool, climbing.
The school also has dedicated spaces for design, technology, music, dance, yoga and theater. Unlike normal high schools, Beau Soleil’s extracurricular activities also include skydiving and scuba diving. Besides, the stables cater to the riding hobbies of students from wealthy families.
Meanwhile, the dormitory has plenty of spacious space. In particular, the gourmet chefs at the canteen will ensure students with full quality meals.
Mountaineering and skiing are two of the extracurricular activities available at Beau Soleil. Photo: Beau Soleil.
Source LuxuryLanches