在 瑞士莱蒙国际学校, a premier international school near Geneva, students from over 120 nationalities converge in a vibrant global community. English serves as the unifying bridge, and the school's English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is meticulously designed to do far more than teach grammar—it builds confidence, voice, and the skills to thrive as a global citizen. As EAL Programme Leader Mathew Ross notes, 'Their journeys are meteoric—what they achieve is extraordinary.'
The programme offers a structured, personalised alternative to 'sink or swim' immersion. Students receive fifteen periods of English weekly in small, single-level groups, taught entirely in English by experienced, multilingual teachers. This ensures tailored support at every stage. Crucially, students remain fully integrated into school life while also attending EAL-adapted subject classes, like Physics EAL, where the curriculum is carefully scaffolded for language learners. This allows academic progress to continue in tandem with linguistic development. Beyond the classroom, English becomes a living language through daily interactions in the cafeteria, during sports, and on school trips, transforming communication into connection and confidence.
The programme's success is rooted in a familial teaching approach. With class sizes of five to eight students, teachers build profound, trusting relationships. 'They become like our own children—and that’s why they thrive,' says EAL Teacher Elizabeth Durant. This nurturing environment, where students feel genuinely cared for, provides the safety to take risks and accelerate learning. The academic outcomes are compelling: students often advance rapidly, with some, like Mohamed, progressing from A1 to B2 proficiency in a single year. The model is fluid, moving students to higher levels as soon as they are ready, ensuring they are consistently challenged.
This foundation opens doors to prestigious academic pathways, including the IB Diploma, AP courses, and the French Baccalaureate, all with a 100% success rate. Students like You-How and Mikhail exemplify this trajectory, entering with basic English and progressing to excel in multiple Advanced Placement courses. Ultimately, the programme equips students with more than fluency; it fosters the empathy, adaptability, and confidence essential for global citizenship. 'They come here to learn English, but they leave ready to take on the world,' concludes Ross. For families seeking a supportive, world-class English immersion experience in Switzerland, 瑞士莱蒙国际学校 offers a proven pathway from beginner to confident, academic success.
