Hasliberg-Goldern, Switzerland Boarding · Coed Ages 12–19Ecole d'Humanité
Founded 1934 by Paul Geheeb in the Bernese Alps — a small co-ed progressive boarding school of ~110 students on a Hasliberg mountain campus, individualised non-graded curriculum.
AI Fit Summary
Why this school may fit your child: Ecole d'Humanité pairs a Bilingual / American / Swiss academic track with a mountain campus and a 1:4 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to German universities / Swiss universities pathways.
- Strong fit for German universities / Swiss universities pathway
- 1:4 ratio supports individualized attention
- Bilingual · American · Swiss curriculum aligns with university aspirations
- Mature pastoral and house structure
Academic overview
Ecole d'Humanité was founded in 1934 by Paul and Edith Geheeb in Hasliberg-Goldern (Berner Oberland, 1,200 m). About 110 students aged 12-19 from 25+ nationalities, mostly boarding. The school is a member of the Round Square network and one of the oldest 'new education' progressive schools in continuous operation, with a self-paced curriculum where students choose their own subject combinations rather than following a fixed grade-level path. English and German are both languages of instruction. Published 2025-26 tuition + boarding (CHF, annual): Grade 8 CHF 68,000; Grade 9-10 CHF 71,000; Grade 11-12 higher tier. Termly breakdown: Fall ~40%, Winter ~30%, Summer ~30%. Class size of 10 with a 1:4 student-teacher ratio enables tutorial-style instruction and mentor-led research projects.
Curriculum & subjects
Boarding life
Houses are organized around year-group cohorts with a dedicated houseparent and tutorial team. Weekend programming combines structured academic catch-up, trips into the surrounding region, and creative downtime.
University pathways
Placement score is BestPeopleDo's internal estimate of the school's recent university outcomes (0–100), based on publicly available data and advisor knowledge. Detailed per-cohort offer counts are confirmed during the advisor call.
Fees & scholarships
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Location
Ecole d'Humanité sits in Hasliberg-Goldern, Switzerland — a mountain campus. Tap "Request virtual tour" above to have an advisor send walkthrough video links and schedule a live tour.
Admissions process
- 1Inquiry & profile reviewWe share your child's Student Fit Profile with the admissions team.
- 2Application & documentsSchool-specific form, transcripts, recommendations, English test if required.
- 3AssessmentOnline interview, sample lesson, or admissions test depending on the school.
- 4Offer & enrollmentOffer letter, contract, and visa support if needed.
Important dates
FAQ
Is Ecole d'Humanité a good fit for international families?
Yes. Ecole d'Humanité actively supports families relocating internationally with visa guidance, language transitions, and pastoral care designed for mobile households.
What does the typical application timeline look like?
Most families start 12–18 months before intended intake. Early application is strongly recommended for boarding.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Merit-based and need-based scholarships are reviewed annually.
What's the average class size?
Approximately 10 students per class with a 1:4 student-teacher ratio.
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