Mumbai : Switzerland is popular as the land of great possibilities and travel experiences. For Indian parents who want nothing but the best for their children, Switzerland has the most priceless gift in store, that of excellence in education. Determined to enrich the young minds in their formative years between the age of 12 and 16, the leading educational body Swiss Learning, managed by the Heads of Swiss Educational Institutes convened a session in Mumbai on various nuances of the unmatched global study experience Switzerland boarding schools offer. They also announced the launch of their new Swiss Learning office in Mumbai yesterday. The launch event was attended by the Consul General of Switzerland in Mumbai, Mr. Martin Bienz as well as popular personalities from the glamour and corporate world like Suchitra Pillai, Manasi Scott, Prithi Rathi Gupta, Jumana Lokhandwala and Divya Palat. Parents who aspire to send their children to Switzerland for their education also graced the evening with their presence.
Switzerland has carved a niche in ensuring multilingual and multicultural learning environment where education and experiences go hand in hand. From exploring a range of sports and extra-curricular activities to offering best in class education and experiential learning opportunities, Swiss boarding schools work towards creating evolved and empowered global citizens of tomorrow.
The 11 high schools endorsed by Swiss Learning meet strict criteria and are accredited by relevant authorities. They all demonstrate a long tradition of educational excellence, with at least 50 years experience in providing education and boarding facilities. The highly ranked Swiss schools include Le Rosey, Brillantmont International School, Institut auf dem Rosenberg, College Champittet, Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz, Beau Soleil, Institut Montana Zugerberg, Aiglon College, TASIS, Collège Du Léman and Leysin American School. Key voices from these boarding schools were present to interact with aspiring students and parents and also share experiences of Indian student alumnus who have built great careers after studying at these schools. As a jewel in the crown of Europe, Switzerland is suitably located and features among the topnotch boarding schools of the world.
Professional development is also part of Swiss Learning. They provide training workshops for teachers and staff, in collaboration with internationally renowned institutions such as the International Baccalaureate organization. These boarding schools are also known for very strong college counseling and have placed many students in the world’s best universities.
Speaking on the excellence of Swiss education, Christophe X. Clivaz, Director, Swiss Learning remarks “Keeping up with Switzerland’s innate virtues of Excellence, Tradition and Innovation, we have made our presence felt on the global map as one of the finest education destination for pre- and post university studies. Swiss schools have a niche in making students from various nationalities truly global citizens. It is a matter of great pride for us that parents entrust us with shaping the future of their children. We continually exceed their expectations with highest standards of safety and security of students. Our ability to offer internationally renowned qualification and a truly global life to students makes Swiss schools the ideal education hub that offers an extraordinary foundation in the formative years.”
Seen as a global village where students converge from all corners of the world, Swiss schools function as a family of diverse members. With experiences at the heart of its education system, Swiss schools enable students to form lasting friendships and become citizens who connect with and contribute their ideas to the community.
The Swiss way of education has emerged as the gold standard of first class education with its sharp focus on research, adaptability, finesse and foresight to remain one step ahead making Switzerland ‘the’ place for premier education opportunities for students.
