Riviera and hills
The Lake Geneva region and its hills: journey times from Geneva or Lausanne vary by destination and transport mode. Check SBB timetables and allow for the transfer to school.
Montreux · Vevey · Riviera
Boarding school in Montreux and the Swiss Riviera: choosing the right school for your child.
Considering a boarding or private school in Montreux and the Swiss Riviera? We help you compare schools in the region, small or prestigious, with no hidden commission.
Small schools
Small classes and individual follow-up, like at Chantemerle.
French and international
French, English and often German every day.
Official calendars: examples in Blonay and Vevey
Checked on 25 October 2026 — these dates apply only to the 2026–2027 academic year, not the 2027–2028 intake. Chantemerle, Blonay: classes start on 1 September 2026 at 08:00; the school year ends with the closing ceremony on 18 June 2027 at 16:00, according to the official calendar. LémanMaturité, Vevey: the official school calendar marks 24 August 2026 as the start of term. These are class dates, not application deadlines or boarding arrival times. No fixed application deadline was verified on the admissions pages reviewed. For international applicants, LémanMaturité recommends completing enrolment at least two months before classes, ideally three to four months beforehand: this is preparation guidance, not a guarantee of a place. For 2027–2028, obtain the confirmed calendar, availability and boarding arrival date from the school before booking. These Riviera examples do not apply to other Swiss schools. Follow the official links below for holidays and updates. Travel: check SNCF Connect, TGV Lyria and SBB for your dates. Chantemerle is at Chemin de Chantemerle 7, 1807 Blonay; LémanMaturité lists Rue de Fribourg 6, 1800 Vevey. With boarding via Chantemerle, the boarding and teaching locations are separate. Allow for connections and the final transfer; no fixed journey time is guaranteed.
Why this region?
The Swiss Riviera includes Vevey, Montreux and the hills of Blonay. Our partner Chantemerle offers boarding and day schooling; its official address is Chemin de Chantemerle 7, 1807 Blonay, above Vevey. A school in the Lake Geneva region should not be confused with a campus directly on the lakeshore.
Student life
Activities depend on the school and season. Check SBB timetables and Montreux Riviera information for your date and chosen resort; travel from the boarding school involves an additional transfer. At Chantemerle, the Swiss pathway is taught in French and the Cambridge pathway in English; check languages and qualifications for each pathway.
What budget to expect
As a guide, a Swiss boarding school usually costs CHF 50,000–100,000 a year including board. Exact fees vary by school and age: we check them with you for each school.
How we help
Free first video call, profile review, a short list of schools, application and interview preparation, visits and follow-up until the first day. Independent: we choose for your child, not for a reputation.
Частые вопросы
Is Chantemerle on the Riviera?+
Yes. Chantemerle offers boarding in Blonay, above Vevey, in the Swiss Riviera. Its official address is Chemin de Chantemerle 7, 1807 Blonay. See its dedicated page for pathways, fees and admission.
When should we apply?+
Each school sets its own calendar. Confirm application deadlines and boarding arrival dates directly; the examples below only apply to Chantemerle and LémanMaturité.
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