Laptop requirements

NEW FAMILY WELCOME GUIDE | 2021-2022

Senior school students (Years 9 - 13) must bring their own laptop. For junior school students (Years 5 - 8), all students use a Chromebook that is included in the fees.

Laptops can be of any make or model, but must have at least 4GB RAM. An iPad is not sufficient for school purposes.

SOFTWARE AT AIGLON Laptops are required to have updated anti-virus software installed for both Mac and PC. The operating system must also be kept updated. All software on your laptop must be legal. Aiglon is a Google school and students are given access to needed tools.

RECOMMENDATIONS We strongly recommend an extended warranty with international coverage. In the event of a hardware issue, this allows service in Switzerland. Please also consider accident insurance that provides coverage in case of damage, loss or theft of laptop.

TECHNOLOGY USE AGREEMENT Students agree to this policy in the enrolment contract and are expected to follow it at all times. Please review this in the Handbook before arrival. PHONE POLICIES

Aiglon's mobile phone policies are detailed in the Handbook. While we value the important role of technology in our lives, we are also conscious that limits are important for young people.

Phone use is prohibited during class, mealtimes, prep and after hours. For students up to Year 11 devices are collected each night before bedtime. Use in the Junior School is restricted to specific times. We always make sure students have the ability to call home at a reasonable hour!

Please note: A Casio CG-50 calculator is also required for students in Year 10 and above. (See the packing list).

Boarding life

Boarding is at the heart of student life. Creating a balanced and supportive community is our priority in determining your house and key to your Aiglon identity.

Both your houseparent and assistant houseparent live full-time in your boarding house. They are supported by an "aide de maison" and tutor team.

The house team should be a parent's first point of call for questions about social life, needed permissions and practicalities. A student’s academic tutor, however, is the first point of contact for academic issues.

FACILITIES Our village-style campus means that every house is unique, but they all offer similar facilities including a kitchen, common room, dining room and other communal spaces such as a games room.

ROOMMATES You will have between 1-3 roommates. Students in Years 12-13 normally have one roommate. Single rooms are reserved for House Captains, Prefects and Guardians. Your roommate(s) are normally in your year group, but may be one above or below you. MEET YOUR HOUSE

You are assigned a boarding house the summer before arrival. We ensure that each house community reflects the diversity of our student body. When confirming your placement we have considered the nationalities and personalities of all students as well as the specific needs of the house. We also respect family legacy, sometimes with many generations of Aiglonians all calling the same house home.

House assignments are for the duration of your time at Aiglon and are not negotiable. But don't worry, house identity runs strong and deep at Aiglon —we know that you will love your new home.