ENSR International School - Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande

What ENSR International School - Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande does

ENSR International School is a non-profit private bilingual (French/English) day and boarding school located on a 2.5-hectare campus in Lausanne, Switzerland. Founded in 1906 and structured as an SA (corporation), it serves students from Kindergarten through High School across more than 40 nationalities, with boarding capacity for 60 students. The school is one of the longest-established IB World Schools globally (accredited since 1971, second worldwide) and additionally offers the federally recognized Swiss Maturity programme.

The school's product surface spans core academic pathways (IB Diploma, Swiss Maturity, IGCSE), enrichment programmes (Sport-Study combining elite athletic training with academics), cultural immersion (One Year in Romandie), and seasonal revenue streams including Summer, Ski, Windsurf, and Holiday Camps. Curriculum content integrates robotics, coding, and AI literacy. A dedicated Listening and Guidance Service (created 2019) provides student support. Pricing is differentiated by programme: IB subject fees range CHF 7,700–28,800; Summer Camp CHF 2,150/week; Ski Camps CHF 1,250–1,450; Holiday Camps CHF 60–135.

The business model combines tuition-based recurring revenue (academic year programmes), premium boarding fees, and seasonal camp cash flow. Customer segments span expatriate families, local Swiss families pursuing bilingual education, elite athletes, and short-term international students. No funding rounds, M&A activity, or public listing are disclosed; operations are sustained by tuition and reinvestment under the non-profit structure.

Name

ENSR International School - Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande

Legal name

Ecole Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande SA

Website

https://ensr.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ENSR is a non-profit bilingual French/English international day and boarding school in Lausanne, Switzerland, founded 1906, serving K–12 students across 40+ nationalities with IB and Swiss Maturity diplomas, plus seasonal camps.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 International Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Language Immersion & Bilingual Private Schools (EDAJABAL)

Keywords

• Private bilingual education
• International baccalaureate program
• Boarding school services
• Summer language camps
• Swiss maturity diploma

Headquarters

HQ city

Lausanne

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition - Day Students: Annual tuition fees for day students (Kindergarten through High School) covering academic instruction in French and English programmes
2. Boarding School Fees: Annual fees for residential students including accommodation, meals, supervision, and after-school activities in a 5 or 7-day boarding option
3. Summer Language and Sports Camp: Residental summer camp in Champéry offering language courses (French/English), DELF and Cambridge exam preparation, and multisports activities for students aged 8-18
4. Ski Camps: Winter sports camps including ski instruction, accommodation, meals, ski pass, and evening activities for Primary and Collège/Gymnase students
5. Holiday Camps (Lausanne): Day camps during school holidays for children ages 2.5-10 years offering educational, sporting, and creative activities
6. Windsurf Camp: International windsurf camp held in various destinations (Hyères, Bonaire, Fuerteventura, Dahab, Rhodes, Paros, Sardinia) for students aged 11+
7. IB Subject Fees: Additional fees for International Baccalaureate subjects, ranging from CHF 7,700 to CHF 28,800 depending on number of subjects, plus exam fees
8. University Guidance Consultation: University guidance service with first 45-minute consultation free, subsequent consultations charged at CHF 77 per hour

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ENSR is a private, non-profit international bilingual school in Lausanne, Switzerland, founded in 1906, delivering French/English instruction from Kindergarten through High School. It offers two parallel diploma pathways (International Baccalaureate and Swiss Maturity), a 60-student boarding facility, and seasonal language and sports camps for children and adolescents aged 2.5-18.

Product overview

ENSR (École Nouvelle de la Suisse Romande) is a private international bilingual school in Lausanne, Switzerland, founded in 1906. The institution operates as a unified educational platform offering comprehensive schooling from Kindergarten through High School graduation. The core portfolio spans age-appropriate programs including Maternelle Montessori, Primary School, Middle School (Collège), and High School/Gymnase, with two major diploma pathways: the Swiss Maturity and International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes. Beyond traditional academics, ENSR provides specialized programs including an English-only track, a Sport and Study Programme for elite athletes, and a one-year French immersion option. The school operates a 60-student boarding house and runs seasonal camps including Summer Camp in Champéry (language and multisports), Holiday Day Camps, Ski Camps, and Windsurf Camps held at various international destinations. Supporting services include student counselling, university guidance, language support (FLE/EFL), school bus transportation, and technology education in robotics, coding, and AI. The school serves students from over 40 nationalities with instruction in French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, and Russian.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kindergarten (Maternelle Montessori) Early childhood education for children aged 2.5-6 using a Montessori-inspired learning environment within the bilingual French/English curriculum.
• Primary School (Primaire) Foundational bilingual (French/English) primary education covering core academic subjects for primary-age students.
• Middle School (Collège) Secondary education programme for students typically aged 11-15, preparing them for high-school level studies and diploma pathways.
• High School / Gymnase Upper secondary education preparing students for either the Swiss Maturity or International Baccalaureate diplomas, with Cambridge and Goethe exam preparation.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Two-year pre-university IB Diploma Programme recognised worldwide by universities, covering Languages, Sciences, Mathematics, and Arts at Higher and Standard Levels, with additional per-subject fees.
• Swiss Maturity (Maturité Suisse) Swiss federally recognised diploma programme organised and validated by the Swiss Confederation, granting access to Swiss universities and ETH institutions through a two-year preparation cycle.
• English Programme English-language educational track combining the IB programme with instruction primarily in English, accompanied by French language courses.
• Sport and Study Programme Individualised programme combining elite sports training (tennis, basketball, skiing, etc.) with academic rigour, including professional coaching and dedicated sports facilities.
• Boarding School Residential facility accommodating up to 60 students aged 12-18 from 40+ nationalities, offering 5-day or 7-day boarding on a 2.5-hectare campus with views of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
• One Year in Romandie One-year French immersion programme allowing students to study in a French-speaking environment while improving language skills and engaging with local Swiss culture.
• Summer Camp (Camp d'été) Residential summer camp in Champéry offering French/English language courses combined with multisports and DELF/Cambridge exam preparation for students aged 8-18.
• Holiday Camps Day camps for children aged 2.5-10 during school holidays, featuring educational, sports, and creative workshops including permaculture, dance, circus, science, art, and cooking.
• Ski Camp Annual winter sports camp with separate programmes for Primary students (ages 7-10 at Saanenmöser/Gstaad) and Collège/Gymnase students (ages 11-18 at Les Crosets), including ski lessons, accommodation, and evening activities.
• Windsurf Camp

Quantifiable outcome

• University access to Swiss and international institutions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1971ENSR became the second school worldwide to receive accreditation to offer the IB Diploma Programme in 1971. This partnership provides students access to a globally recognized pre-university qualification accepted by universities worldwide. The school continues to offer the IB programme as a core part of its academic offerings.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• La Garenne International School: Small bilingual (French/English) boarding school in Villars (Vaud) for students aged 5-18 offering IB, IGCSE, and American curriculum. Closely comparable to ENSR on bilingual K-12 model, IB offering, Swiss boarding niche, and family-run international positioning.
• Institut auf dem Rosenberg: Long-established elite Swiss boarding school in St. Gallen offering IB Diploma, IGCSE, and American curriculum with strong individualized education. Comparable to ENSR as a historic Swiss private boarding school with global student body and personalized teaching philosophy.
• Beau Soleil: Premium Swiss boarding school in Villars-sur-Ollon (Vaud) with English-medium instruction, IB Diploma, and a strong winter sports focus. Comparable to ENSR in Vaud canton location, elite boarding model, IB offering, and emphasis on alpine sports and outdoor education.
• Collège du Léman: Large private international school near Geneva offering bilingual (French/English) programmes from Kindergarten through High School, including IB Diploma and boarding. Most directly comparable to ENSR in curriculum mix, boarding offering, and target international family segment in French-speaking Switzerland.
• Surval Mont-Fleuri: Small all-girls international boarding school in Montreux (Vaud) offering French immersion, IGCSE, and A-Levels. Comparable to ENSR on Vaud canton location, small boarding school model, French language emphasis, and international family target market.
• Brillantmont International School: Family-run private boarding school in Lausanne for ages 13-18, offering British curriculum, IGCSE, and A-Levels with French language support. Directly comparable to ENSR on Lausanne location, small international boarding model, and mixed curriculum offering.
• Aiglon College: Coeducational boarding school in Chesieres-Villars (Vaud) offering IB Diploma and IGCSE programmes with strong bilingual and outdoor education ethos. Closely comparable to ENSR in size, location within Vaud canton, IB focus, and boarding-driven international model.
• TASIS The American School in Switzerland: Long-established American international boarding school in Lugano (Ticino) offering American curriculum, IB Diploma, and AP courses for grades K-12. Comparable to ENSR in Swiss private international school heritage, multilingual track, boarding offering, and global student body.

Emerging players

• Ecole d'Humanité: Alternative international boarding school in Goldern (Bernese Oberland) emphasizing holistic, community-based education and outdoor learning. Partially comparable to ENSR on Swiss boarding model, outdoor education heritage, and personalized teaching approach, though philosophically distinct.

Broad incumbents

• Le Rosey: Often regarded as the most prestigious Swiss private boarding school with campuses in Rolle (Vaud) and Gstaad. Compares to ENSR as a benchmark Swiss elite boarding institution in the same Vaud region, but operates at significantly larger scale and price point, setting the ceiling for premium positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Profiles5 records

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