ST GEORGE'S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Foundedin1927St.GeorgeʼsInternationalSchoolcombinesheritagewitha progressiveoutlookoneducationalexcellence.Weareaninternationalleader inouracademics,sportsandexpressiveandperformingarts.Locatedinasafe andsecureenvironment,ourstudentsenjoytheenrichmentofamountain,lake andtownexperience.
Ourinternationalschoolcommunitychampionsmutualrespectand understandingwhilenurturingindividualtalentsandpotential.Weequipour studentstobeglobalcitizenswithasuccessfulandsustainablefutureinan ever-changingconnectedworld.Inspiredbyourmotto,"LevaviOculos"we encouragestudentstoraisetheireyes,torecognisepositivequalitieswithin themselvesandothers.
LEARNING PRINCIPLES
Learningisattheheartofourschoolcommunity.FromEarlyYearstoSenior School,wefollowthesamelearningprinciplesthatguideeverythingwedo: curiosity,collaboration,resilience,thoughtfulness,balanceandreflection.
Asaninternationalschool,theselearningprinciplesaredefinedwithintwo essentialdimensions:interculturallearningand globalcitizenship.
INTERCULTURAL LEARNERS
We encourage all learners to bring their whole self, identity and background to each learning experience. We consciously nurture the contribution of every learner to the richness and diversity of our community. We are attentive and respectful as we learn from the experiences of others.
CURIOUS
We are full of wonder about the world and we want to understand and explore the beauty and diversity of life
We nurture our natural curiosity to become lifelong learners
We contribute our own interests and prior knowledge to school activities
REFLECTIVE
We value time to reflect on our successes and challenges
We reflect on our progress and identify strengths and targets for improvement
We recognise the tools we need to use to develop and seek advice to make the best choices
THOUGHTFUL
We make responsible decisions and we show integrity and pride in all we do
We are aware of the needs of others and we show empathy, compassion and respect in our interactions with them
We use critical and creative thinking skills to expand our learning
LEARNING PRINCIPLES
AT ST. GEORGE’S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, WE ARE
COLLABORATIVE
We acknowledge that for effective learning to happen within a spirit of cooperation, everyone’s role is equally important
We promote team work to enhance our experiences and explore big ideas together We encourage dialogue and feedback to ensure effective learning
GLOBAL CITIZENS
BALANCED
We balance our commitments to maintain a healthy lifestyle
We organise our time and tasks in an effective manner
We are mindful of our own character and feelings and of those in our community
RESILIENT
We see the acquisition of knowledge as a journey
We step out of our comfort zone
We embrace challenges that need to be overcome
We are part of a global network knowing that our actions affect others throughout the world. We have a responsibility towards each other, life and the planet. We live in the moment, proud of our traditions and aware that our choices today define the future.
ACADEMIC AND PASTORAL SYSTEM
PRINCIPAL
VICEPRINCIPALACADEMIC
Head of Junior School
Head of Multilingualism
Foundation Stage –Year 2
Chalet Coordinator
Head of ELS
HEADSOFFACULTY
English
Maths&Computing
Science
WorldLanguages
Humanities
Sports
Expressive& PerformingArts
Head of Learning Centre, Wellbeing & Pastoral Care
Tutors
VICEPRINCIPALWELLBEING
Senior School Pupils
Heads of School
Middle School Pupils
Junior School Pupils
Teachers
Class
Heads of School
Early Learning School (ELS)
GENERAL STAGE OVERVIEW
The chart below gives us an overview of the way curriculum is organised at St. George’s International School.
1 5-3
3-4 Foundation Stage 1
School Early Learning School The Chalet
4-5 Foundation Stage 2
5-6 Year 1
6-7
Year 2
7-8 Year 3
8-9 Year 4 9-10 Year 5
Year 6
Bilingual Foundation Stage
CambridgeInternationalPrimary BilingualorEnglishwithFrench Pathway
CambridgeInternationalPrimary Bilingual orEnglishwithFrenchPathway
CambridgeInternationalLowerSecondary BilingualorEnglishwithFrenchPathway 11-12 Year 7
Year 8
13-14 Year 9
14-15
Cambridge International Upper Secondary International General Certificate of Secondary Education or Year 11 One Year Pre-Diploma Programme 15-16 Year 11
School Year 10
16-17 Year 12
InternationalBaccalaureateDiplomaorHigh SchoolGeneralDiplomaProgramme 17-18 Year 13
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY
All pupils are required to be regular and punctual in attendance. Regular school attendance and being on time to school and each class is important for the academic development of the pupils. Excessive or unexcused absence from school is harmful to such development.
Parents have a legal duty to ensure that their children attend school unless absence is due to illness or other unavoidable cause
Please note:
• Any leave of absence from school must always be applied for in writing in advance to the Principal and unauthorized absences are noted in registers and reported to future schools/universities .
• Leave of absence should be requested only in exceptional circumstances .
• All pupils must respect the beginning and end of term dates
• St . George’s International School observes the Vaud Public Holidays of Jeûne Fédéral, Ascension and Pentecost .
• The School Calendar with details of term and holiday dates is posted on the school website
REPORTING ABSENCE
•Parentsshouldemailtheirchild’sTutoroneachdayof absence,beforethestartoftheschoolday.Contact overphonefromparentstotheOfficewillberelayed toTutorsviaemail.
•Tutorsmustreceiveadvancednoticefromparents regardingabsencesrelatingtoappointments.
•Amedicalcertificateisrequiredforabsencesofmore than3days.
•Intheeventofnocontactfromparents/guardians,the absenceswillbemarkedasunauthorizedabsenceon schoolreports.
LATENESS
School begins at 8.15am. All pupils should arrive at school in time to be in their classroom/tutor room by 8 .15am .
Any pupil arriving later than this should give a reason for lateness, and it should be marked on the register .
A Junior School pupil (Years 3 to 5) OR a Middle/Senior School pupil (Years 6 to 13) arriving after registration has finished should report initially to the School Office to sign in. Lower Junior children (ELS-Year 2) go directly to their class in the Chalet.
“Lates” are noted on children’s reports .
SETTING WORK FOR ABSENT PUPILS
When a pupil is absent for a day, it is his or her responsibility to catch up on work missed
When a pupil is absent for three days or more, and work is requested by parents, teachers will give work to the Tutor if:
a) they are at a point in their teaching where this is appropriate .
b) they judge it necessary or even advisable .
BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNING
Pleaserefertoourschool“Behaviour forSuccessfulLearningPolicy”
JUNIOR,MIDDLEANDSENIOR SCHOOLRULES
• Ready
• Respectful
• Safe
These three rules provide the basis of the Whole School Behaviour for Effective Learning Policy They will be consistently referred to across all year groups and receive attention at the beginning of each school year and during life skills lessons .
St . George’s is a community and as such it has its rules and regulations These are designed to bring order and harmony to our lives . Each pupil is expected to conform to the rules In this way pupils learn the value of community life while at the same time developing their own sense of independence .
Therefore, during all school activities, on or off campus, you should be:
READY
• Punctually attend all classes/activities
• Attend class with appropriate materials
• Be responsible for your own learning .
RESPECTFUL
• Behave with respect for all people and property
• Follow the rules of each classroom teacher/all adults working in school .
• Seek changes in an orderly, recognised manner (e .g ., Pupil Council) .
S AFE
• Follow instructions carefully
• Move sensibly around school .
• Know who to go to for help and support, in school, online and outside
Boarding School Rules are found in The Rules and Privileges Handbook for Boarders, which are issued to every pupil in the Boarding House .
DRESS CODE
• Pupils must always be appropriately dressed and are expected to take pride in their appearance when wearing any item of school uniform . Pupils must wear the correct uniform during class and on certain formal occasions .
• Valuable jewellery or clothes (and other possessions) must not be brought to school One neck chain and one wrist bracelet worn beneath the school uniform is acceptable .
• Pupils are expected to be mindful of their personal hygiene and general appearance Pupil appearance must be tidy and smart .
• Hair should be worn tidily and of a manageable length
• Facial hair is not allowed
• For reasons of health and safety, all pupils are required to wear appropriate shoes when on school property . Pupils must wear black or navy-blue flat shoes . No pupil may wear platform or wedge-heeled shoes, high heels or flip-flops . Trainers which are entirely black, including their soles, are permitted
• Visible body-piercing, other than one pair of ear studs, is forbidden .
• Only natural hair colours are allowed
• Hats may not be worn in school buildings
• Skirts must be worn knee length .
• From Year 8, pupils may wear discreet make-up .
• Coloured nail varnish is not permitted .
Any pupil considered to be inappropriately dressed will be required to change their clothes . Parents will be contacted, and pupils may be requested to go home to change or purchase new uniform at the school shop .
PERSONAL BEHAVIOUR
RESPECTFUL
•St.George’sInternationalSchoolwillnottolerateany formofharassmentwhetherbasedongender,race, nationality,age,disability,religion,orforanyother reason.
•Pupilswillnotverballyand/orphysicallyassaultother pupils,schoolvisitors,ormembersofstaff.
•BullyingisnottoleratedatSt.George’s.
•Disruptivebehaviourisunacceptable.
•Pupilswillnottakeanyitemwhichdoesnotbelongto themandareresponsiblefortheirownproperty. Pupils areprovidedwithalockerforuseofpersonalandstudy items.Pupilsarestronglyadvisedtobringpadlocksfor theirlockerstokeeptheirbelongingssecurewhenthey arenotpresent.
•Thereshouldbenoinappropriatedisplaysofphysical affectionorintimaterelationshipsbetweenpupils.
•Apupilwillnotdeliberatelydamage,destroyordeface schoolproperty.Anydamagemustbereported immediately
•Nopupilmaybeabsentfromclass,meals,activitiesor compulsorysportswithouttheauthorisationof amemberofstaff.
•Anypupilwhomakesacommitmenttoaschoolactivity isexpectedtohonourthiscommitment. (Productions,clubs,etc.)
•Anyonediscoveringafiremustreportitimmediatelyto theOfficeortoateacher.Alldoorsandwindowsareto beclosed.
•Everyonemustleavethebuildingsilentlyasquicklyas possiblebythenearestexitandassembleinthe designatedarea.
•Pupilsmaynotusephones/mobiledevicesduringthe schoolday,8.15am–3.50pm.
•Lostpropertyistobehandedintotheschooloffice. All itemsmustbeclearlylabelled.
•Chewinggumonschoolpremisesisnotpermitted.
•Foodisnottoberemovednorconsumedoutsidethe dininghall.Wateronlymaybeconsumedfromaplastic ormetalbottle.
• ParentsarealsoexpectedtoabidebytheParentalCode ofConduct.
S AFE
•Pupilsareprohibitedfrominvolvementinanygangrelatedactivity.
•Pupilswillnotuse,beundertheinfluenceof,orhave intheirpossessiononschoolpropertyoratschool activities,alcoholicbeverages,drugsorother substancesforbiddenbytheschool.Anypupil suspectedofbeingundertheinfluenceofadrugwill berequiredtotakeadrugtest.Randomtestingwill becarriedoutatregularintervals.
•St.George’sisanon-smokingcampusandpupils maythereforenotsmokenorpossesstobaccoor relatedparaphernalia. Thisincludeselectronic cigarettes.
•Nopupilmayleavethecampuswithoutpermission.
•Runninginthecorridorsisnotallowed.
•Sittingonwindowledgesandbalconyrailingsisnot allowed.
•Theschoolroofisstrictlyoutofbounds.
•Pupilsarenotallowedtouse,hireorleaveacaron theschoolpremises.
POSSIBLESANCTIONSINCLUDE
1 Warning
2.Restorativeconversation
3.Detentionorsimilarnegativesanction
4 Parentsinformedandinvolved
5 Suspension
6.Permanentexclusion
UNIVERSITYDISCLOSURE
Whenapupilappliestoauniversity,anybehaviouror academicdishonestyinSeniorSchoolresultinginan externalsuspensionorexclusionwillbereportedto universityadmissionsofficesasrequested.
Allparentsandchildrenareunderstoodtohaveagreed to abide by the school rules by entering into an admissionscontractwiththeschool.
Disciplineissuesarisingoutsideoftheofficialschool hoursandwhenchildrenarenolongerunderthedirect supervisionofteachingstaffshouldbedealtwith byparents.
CAREERS
St. George’s International School has a University Guidance Counsellor who is available to all pupils and their parents. She is responsible for explaining the university application process and supporting the pupils.
The University Guidance Counsellor arranges an annual University Fair which take place at St . George’s International School in the autumn term with over 70 universities and colleges from around the world attending each year
Throughout the year pupils and their parents will have the opportunity to meet with university admissions officers who are visiting the school
The University Guidance Counsellor advises on admission requirements and application processes to universities and colleges here in Switzerland and elsewhere in mainland Europe, the UK, USA, Canada and others A list of the University Destinations can be found on the school website’s University Guidance page . The counsellor can be contacted via jhaesler@stgeorges.ch
COMMUNICATION
There are many different ways in which information is shared within the St. George’s International School community.
BETWEEN STAFF AND PUPILS
•noticeboardsandTVscreens
•thedailybulletin
•announcementsatmorningregistration
•emails
• ShowMyHomeWork
• Seesaw
• Teams
•ClassList
• Global Study Platform/Canvas
BETWEENSCHOOLANDPARENTS
Communicationbetweenparentsandmembersofstaff isencouraged.Thismaybethroughapre-arranged meeting,phoneore-mailcommunication.
InJuniorSchool,parentsandteachersareencouraged tocommunicateviaSeesawortheSchoolOffice.The classroomteacheristhemainpersontocontactinmost
cases.Atthestartoftheyear,eachpupilwillreceivea folder/bookbagandaReadingJournal.Theseshouldbe keptingoodorder.Parentsareaskedtolistentotheir childrenreadalouddailyandthensignandcomment inthechild’sreadingjournal.Parentsarerequestedto checkSeesawdaily.
ThetutorinMiddle/SeniorSchoolisthemainpersonto contactinmostcases.TheHeadsofMiddleandSenior SchoolandHeadofBoardingareinfrequentcontact withparents.
TheParentPortal–accessiblethroughthetabon theschoolwebsite–isthemostuptodatesource ofinformation.Thisisapartofourmanagement informationsystem,andhereyouwillfindthecalendar, policiesandallrelevantschoolannouncementsaswell asdailybulletin,aswellasyourchild’sreports. Thisispasswordprotectedandallparentsaregiven logindetailsandanactivationcode.Ifyouexperience problemswiththis,pleasecontactMs.Yusupova atlyusupova@stgeorges.ch
TheParentLiaisonGroup’s(PLG)website https://stgeorgesplg.comcontainsveryusefuland updatedinformationabouttheschoolcommunity and localarea.
STRETCH AND CHALLENGE
We encourage a classroom culture of high expectations and aspirations, where hard work, curiosity and knowledge are viewed positively, and where all sorts of talents and abilities are valued.
In addition, the use of peer and self-assessment to make young people partners in their learning helps them to assess their strengths and weaknesses and inform subsequent progress; this is an integral part of our teaching approach
Teachers are encouraged to present their curriculum as a series of problems to be solved rather than a body of
knowledge to be absorbed, where independent thinking and open inquiry are stimulated Furthermore, teaching and learning methods are created to foster independent thinking and open inquiry, so that learning becomes an enjoyable and challenging experience for all
Pupils are encouraged and supported in asking their own questions and linking out of class experiences with day-to-day learning Pupils are supported, extended and challenged through carefully differentiated lesson planning Academic Support sessions offered by Faculties before or after school allow all pupils to support and extend their learning
COMPLAINTS (FOR PARENTS)
St.George’sInternationalSchoolhaslong prideditselfonthequalityoftheteaching andpastoralcareprovidedtoitspupils. However,ifparentsdohaveacomplaint,they canexpectittobetreatedbytheschoolin accordancewiththisProcedure.
STAGE1–INFORMALRESOLUTION
Itishopedthatmostcomplaintsandconcernswillbe resolvedquicklyandinformally.
Ifparentshaveanacademiccomplaint,theyshould normallyapproachtheirson/daughter’sTutor/class teacherwiththeircomplaintinwriting.Asamatter ofcourse,theTutor/classteacherwillkeeptheHead ofSchool/HeadofFacultyfullyinformedonthe discussionsandanyactionstaken.Ifnecessary,the Tutor/classteacherwillconsultwiththeappropriate personnel.Inmanycases,thematterwillberesolved straightawaybythismeanstotheparents’satisfaction. IftheTutor/classteachercannotresolvethematter inthisfashion,itmaybenecessaryforhimorherto consultfurtherwiththeHeadofFacultyortheHead ofSchool.
Inanyothermatters,theparentshouldaddresstheir complaints,inwriting,directlytotheTutor/class teacherinthefirstinstance.
ComplaintsaireddirectlytotheHeadsofJunior,Middle orSeniorSchoolwillusuallybereferredtotherelevant Tutor/classteachertobedealtwithunlesstheydeemit appropriateforhimorhertodealwiththe matterpersonally.
TheTutor/classteacherorrelevantlinemanagerwill makeawrittenrecordofallthecomplaintsmadeand thedateonwhichtheywerereceived.Shouldthematter notberesolvedwithinanappropriatetime(5working days)oriftheTutor/classteacheroranyothermember oftheleadershipteamandtheparentfailtoreacha satisfactoryresolutionthenparentswillbeadvisedto proceedwiththeircomplaintinaccordancewithStage2 ofthisprocedure.
STAGE2–FORMALRESOLUTION
Ifthecomplaintcannotberesolvedonaninformal basis,thentheparentsshouldputtheircomplaintin writingtotheHeadofJunior,MiddleorSeniorSchool asrelevant.Therelevantpersonnelinvolvedwill,after consideringthecomplaint,considertheappropriate courseofactiontotake.
TheHeadofSchoolwillmeet/speaktotheparents concerned,normallywithin1to2workingdaysof receivingthecomplaint,todiscussthematter. Itmaybenecessarytocarryoutfurtherinvestigations. Ifdeemednecessary,therelevantmemberofstaffmay theninvolvethePrincipal.
Writtenrecordsofallmeetingsandinterviewsheldin relationtothecomplaint.
OncethePrincipalissatisfiedthat,sofarasis practicable,alltherelevantfactshavebeenestablished, adecisionwillbemade,andparentswillbeinformed ofthisdecisioninwriting.ThePrincipalwillalsogive reasonsforhis/herdecision.
STAGE3–APPEAL
IftheStage2resolutionisnotaccepted,thenthe parenthastherighttoappealdirectlytotheBoard ofGovernors.PleasecontacttheSchoolOfficetoobtain therelevantcontactdetailsshouldaparentwishto requestaStage3Appeal,orifyouwishtomakea complaintaboutthePrincipal.
ComplaintsmadedirectlytotheBoardofGovernorswill usuallybereferredbacktotherelevantstaffmember unlessbothStage1andStage2havebeenevidentially exhausted.
DRAGONS AND MENTIONS
In Junior School, from Year 1, pupils are awarded Class Dojos and Dragons. These reward systems celebrate and recognise a pupil’s success in a wide variety of areas, in relation to the school Learning Principles.
In addition to this, Mentions and Principal’s Awards are awarded termly in recognition of a pupil’s achievement and contribution to the school community
St . George’s Whole School Behaviour for Successful Learning Policy reflects the values and ethos of our partnership approach to managing behaviour, using the principle of rewards system and restorative behaviour or pedagogy
DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROCEDURE
1 . Over the course of the year, pupils from Years 6 to 13 may be selected for drug and/or alcohol testing
2 When a pupil has been selected to undertake a test, either at random or because there is a suspicion, he/ she must provide a saliva sample on the sampler provided
3.Thesamplemustbeimmediatelyhandedtoa relevantseniormemberofstaff.
4.Theinitialtestiscarriedoutinpresenceofarelevant seniormemberofstaff.
5.Theinitialtestusesadisposablecommercialclinical teststripfordrugdetection.
Iftheresultisnegative,thatistheendoftheprocedure. Iftheresultispositiveorinconclusive,therearetwo options:
•Ifthepupiladmitstotakingtheindicatedsubstance(s), thentheSchoolBehaviourPolicyisfollowed.Thismay leadtoexpulsion.
•Ifthepupilclaimsafalsepositiveresultortheresultis inconclusivetheneitherthesampleissenttothelocal hospitalforfurthertestingforthedrug(s)indicated orthepupilwillbereferredtoalocaldoctortocarry outafollow-upurinetest .Therearethentwo possibilities:
–Iftheresultisnegative,thatistheendofthe procedure.
–Iftheresultispositive,theprocedurethen followstheSchoolBehaviourPolicy.
Parentswillbeinformedasfaraspractical throughouttheprocess.
Apupilwhodoesnotprovideasamplewithinan appropriatetimeframewillbedeemedtohave refusedtoprovideasampleandthesanctionwillbe thesameasforapositivetestresult.Thismaylead toexpulsion.
EARLY BIRDS & LATE OWLS CLUB
In an effort to meet the demands of working parents, we have a childcare facility named ‘Early Birds’ and ‘Late Owls’ Club.
• Children should sign up for a whole term and inform the school office directly if they are not staying for a specified reason .
• Children may bring a breakfast/snack to their club No nuts, please, and remember to wrap up all snacks for hygiene reasons
• Children will be asked to complete any unfinished homework in their ‘Late Owls’ Club, before playing, watching an age-appropriate film or drawing etc
‘Late Owls’ take place in the Chalet and ‘Early Birds’ takes in the Upper Junior School, which can be found on the ground floor of the main school building Please drop off or pick up your child directly from the classroom .
Please ensure you inform the Late Owls Club if you will not be attending for some reason, via the school office on 021 964 3411 or office@stgeorges.ch .
FACILITIES
The school grounds and facilities may not be used outside normal school hours without the consent of the School Principal.
Any accident/damage arising from such use is the sole responsibility of the parents of the children concerned Day pupils should be accompanied by their parents when on site out of hours It is possible for parents to use the school facilities for birthday parties by prior arrangement with the Principal – a nominal charge is made for this to cover cleaning .
FIELD TRIPS
During the academic year there are many excursions to destinations within Switzerland as well as residential trips to various places in Switzerland and/or overseas. (Also see Visas).
In October all pupils in the Middle and Senior School (Years 6 to 13) are expected to travel on Fieldtrips to various destinations within Switzerland or beyond One of the highlights of Term II is the residential ski trip to other resorts, where the children can extend their skiing experience .
FOOD
Meals are prepared on site in the modern kitchen in the main school building.
The management of the kitchen is entrusted to a professional catering company which has a mandate to provide balanced, nutritional meals and meet with all regulations regarding hygiene All pupils have a hot lunch, Monday – Friday, served in the school dining room
Any child with food allergies which may require a modified diet must provide a medical certificate from their doctor The school may not be able to cater for severe allergies . We would like to inform you that the school and its catering suppliers and parents providing food at school events cannot guarantee that the food provided is allergen-free, and that while we will endeavour to remind pupils about the risk, parents and pupils must take responsibility for the food they consume on school premises, and the school will not accept responsibility for any allergy-related incidents .
All children may bring a named, reusable water bottle to school In Junior School, this will remain in class and its cleanliness is the child’s responsibility . In Middle & Senior School, it will be the pupil’s responsibility Swiss tap water is of excellent quality, and water coolers and tap water is freely available on site
We have a food committee that meets regularly– this is composed of staff, parents, pupils and management .
GRADUATION AND PRIZE-GIVING
These are held in the final week of Term III for Junior, Middle and Senior School. Details of dates and times are issued in Term 3.
Please see the Uniform section for the pupils’ dress code
The school invites the Graduates to a Leavers event (usually in the last week of Term III) . The Graduates’ Dinner is organised by parents
HOUSE SYSTEM
St. George’s International School has a House system, the purpose of which is to provide pastoral care, and to promote moral growth as well as providing a framework for competition and special events within the school.
There are four Houses in St George’s which are named after four figures from Greek and Roman mythology: Atalanta (Red), Diana (Yellow), Minerva (Blue) and Vesta (Green) .
All pupils are assigned to one of the Houses when they join the school Siblings who join the school later can expect to be placed in the same House .
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION
COMPUTER SCIENCE IN THE CURRICULUM
Computing is part of the school curriculum In our Junior School, formal Computing lessons/Digital Literacy are delivered from Year 1 upwards In Senior School, all pupils in Years 6 to 9, Pre-Diploma and General Diploma follow a Digital Literacy course Computer Science is an IGCSE option for Years 10 to 11 IGCSE pupils and offered as a Group 4 subject in Years 12 to 13 IB Diploma .
TECHNOLOGY FOR LEARNING
St George’s International School endeavours to provide the highest level of excellence for its pupils . We encourage our pupils to learn independently as this will prepare and equip them with the necessary skills required at university level and beyond
As a school we recognise that electronic devices can be used as pedagogical tools . The Bring Your Own Device policy (BYOD) is designed to ensure that all learners in the Middle and Senior Schools are equipped with laptops in all lessons to fully engage in all learning opportunities and that they are aware of what constitutes appropriate use of technology for learning, following the ITSE Standards for Students Technology for Education opportunities will be able to extend outside of the classroom and ensure pupils always have access to learning resources and in all places .
From Interactive Whiteboards to laptops, class cameras and microphones to assist hybrid learning, the school computing network using wireless technology throughout all areas in school allows learning to be interactive to enhance our pupils’ learning . In the
JuniorSchool,iPads(FoundationStagetoYear2)and Chromebooks(Years3to5)areavailableforpupiland teacheruse.InMiddleSchoolsclasssetsoflaptops areavailableforyears6.Allcomputersarefittedwith monitoringsoftware.
Whenpupilsareunabletoattendclassinpersonbut feelwell(suchwhenrecoveringfromaninjury),online learningcanbemadeavailableifappropriate.Pupils requestingthisshouldnotifytheirtutororHead ofSchool.
ELECTRONICDEVICES
AsstatedinourBYODandUseofTechnologypolicy, theschoolrecognisestheincreasingvalueofelectronic devicesandencouragestheiruseforeducational purposes.
Our“Bringyourowndeviceanduseoftechnology policy”definesclearguidelinesandstagesof implementation:
•AllpupilsinYears10to13wereaskedtobringtheir ownlaptopsfromSeptember2019.
•FromJanuary2020,BOYDwasgraduallyimplemented forpupilsinYears7to9.
•FromJanuary2020StGeorge’sbecameamobile phonefreeschoolduringtheworkingdayforallpupils. Pupilsmaybringphonestoschoolbutneedtokeep themlockedintheirlockersfrom 8.15am–3.50pm.
•FromAprileachyear,Year6pupilsarerequiredto bringasuitablelaptopcomputertoschooltoensurea smoothtransitionintoYear7.
INTERNATIONAL AWARD (IA)
Pupils may enrol in the IA programme.
This is part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Programme. It is designed to give pupils formal recognition of the learning and challenges that they undertake outside the classroom.
There are four sections: developing a skill, service to others, physical recreation and expedition and is divided into 3 levels:
• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold
SOME OF THE KEY IDEAS BEHIND THE AWARD:
It is a non-competitive award that is open to all pupils regardless of previous experience or abilities . Each award programme is designed by the pupil and reflects his or her own personal interests and abilities
The Award is voluntary, and pupils must take responsibility for completing the awards themselves Pupils are asked to nominate their own activities Over the course of the award pupils’ progress toward goals, receiving rewards for their efforts The Award aims to recognise a continuous and persistent approach and cannot be completed with a short burst of enthusiasm This enables pupils to reap the rewards of long-term commitment to a goal, thus acting as a point of personal and social development .
LEARNING CENTRE
Children who are following an English Language Acquisition programme (ELAP) benefit from specialised support and programmes offered by staff in the Learning Centre.
Pupils with reduced timetables due to sporting commitments/Sport-Etudes programme or other specialised requirements are supported by the Learning Centre personnel along with teachers, tutors and Heads of School, and may work in the Learning Centre on independent projects or study . The Centre also supports those in need of study skills or curricular support, as well as pupils following IB Pamoja self-taught courses .
Pupils needing challenge and extension through academic independent research or study projects are encouraged to approach their teachers within specific Faculties Pupils with special educational needs are educated in close association with their peers wherever possible and appropriate Education plans for such pupils contain differentiation to meet the pupils’ individual needs and to encourage them to reach their full potential .
Parents are encouraged to bring any concerns to the notice of the appropriate person in school, initially to the class teacher, or tutor and to take an active part in the education of their children
Parents are kept informed of their child’s progress and parental permission is always sought prior to referrals for additional help being made e g to the learning support department, educational psychologist, speech therapist, etc
Special Educational Needs (SEND) provision for all pupils who require additional support is a matter of strict confidentiality
The cost of initial and subsequent testing of the child is met by parents/guardians . Please refer to the Learning Centre flyer for more details and fees
The cost of providing learning support instruction, above and beyond the basic provision, (within or outside the mainstream classes) is charged according to the current fees sheet . Curricular support can also be provided
LIBRARIES
Theschoollibraryholdsacollectionoffiction andnon-fictionresourcesinavarietyof languages,formats,genres,andlevels. Theonlinecatalogueisaccessiblevia DestinyDiscoverandphysicalbooks areavailableintwolocations.
CHALETLIBRARY(FOUNDATIONSTAGE TOYEAR2)
LocatedonthefirstflooroftheChalet,theChalet LibraryhasEnglishandFrenchfictionandnon-fiction booksforpupilsaged3-8.Year1to2pupilsvisitthe libraryweeklyunderthesupervisionoftheschool librarian.ChaletLibrarymaterialsareavailablefor FSclassroomuse.
MAINLIBRARY(YEARS3TO13)
TheMainLibraryisaccessedfromthegroundfloorof themainbuilding.PupilsintheUpperJunior,Middle, andSeniorSchoolsmayborrowlibrarymaterials throughouttheschooldayandmayusethelibrary spaceforstudy,work,andreading.
TheSt.George’slibrarywebsite(www.sgislibrary. ch)Includeshyperlinkstolicensedandopenaccess digitalresourcesforpupils.Subscriptionstoelectronic databasessuchasEncyclopediaBritannicaSchools, OverDrive,JSTOR,andGaleSchoolsprovidepupils witharobustcollectionofresourcesforresearchand recreationalreading.Thelibraryoffersawiderange ofprintanddigitalperiodicalsinEnglishandFrench. E-readersandheadphonesmaybeborrowedfromthe libraryduringschoolhours.Pleasecontacttheschool librarianwithanyquestionsaboutthelibrary,the librarywebsite,orthelibraryprogramme.
LOCKERS
AllpupilsintheMiddle/SeniorSchoolhave twolockers,oneforbooksandfilesand anotherinthechangingroomsforsportskits.
Pupilsareadvisedtokeeptheirlockerlockedwith apadlockwhichwillbesuppliedbytheschool–the schoolwillnottakeresponsibilityforanylosses.All valuablesshouldbehandedintotheschoolofficefor safekeeping.
MOBILE PHONES
The school recognises the value of electronic devices and encourages their use for educational purposes not for social use during the school day.
If a pupil needs to make an emergency call home, they can visit the school office where this will be facilitated .
• The school cannot take responsibility for the misuse of mobile phones
• Parents are wholly responsible for any charges incurred .
All pupils are expected to follow the rules, as per the Whole School Behaviour for Learning Policy and the BYOD and Use of Technology Policy Mobile phones are not permitted during the day, 8 .00am to 3 .50pm .
OFFICE HOURS
TERM-TIME Monday – Thursday 8 00am – 6 .00pm Friday 8 00am – 5 30pm
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Monday–Friday 9 00am – 12 00pm 1 .00pm – 4 .30pm
SWISS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Closed
PERFORMING ARTS
At St. George’s International School, pupils are nurtured and inspired through the Performing Arts.
Performing Arts allows pupils to become more confident and self-assured . St . George’s has an allinclusive policy within the performing arts and every pupil is a valued performer . Pupils are exposed to all 3 disciplines of Music, Dance and Drama, building a holistic understanding of the world of performing arts .
DANCE
From Foundation Stage to Year 9, pupils at St George’s learn a variety of dance styles through the projects they undertake The projects they study will allow them to explore a range of cultures, techniques and skills . All dance classes are taught by a specialist dance teacher The curriculum is based on the three inter-related
processes of performing, composing and appreciating dance Projects will include studying a range of dance such as Bollywood, Jazz, Contemporary, Street, Ballet, Tap and Musical Theatre .
DRAMA
Studying drama encourages pupils to be more expressive, confident and develops collaborative skills as well as leadership and organizational skills . Drama is embedded into the curriculum with every class from Year 1 having a weekly drama class taught by a specialist drama teacher . Drama is offered as an IGCSE subject option in Years 10 to 11, and Theatre Studies as an IB Diploma subject option .
The curriculum includes improvisational skills, characterization, stagecraft, devised and scripted plays
Pupils from Years 6 to 9 are further extended with weekly classes in public speaking
MUSIC
Pupils at St . George’s begin learning music at Foundation Stage and are taught by a specialist music teacher from this early age . They continue their musical journey all the way to Year 9 at which point they can choose music as an IGCSE option and continue right through to Year 13 should they also choose it as an IB subject
There are many opportunities throughout the school year to become involved in music clubs such as free music, school band, junior orchestra and our choir programme . There is an excellent peripatetic music programme available at school where pupils can study a musical instrument . Instruments currently available are saxophone, voice, piano, drums, bass, guitar, violin, ukulele and trumpet .
To enroll for private music lessons, please fill in the form online.
PERFORMANCES
At St George’s School pupils are encouraged to perform at every possible opportunity To facilitate this, the school runs a series of showcase concerts and frequent lunchtime performance opportunities throughout the school year for both junior and senior schools . This initiative has been met with overwhelming response and has had a huge positive impact of the life of the pupil at St George’s
As part of the English curriculum, The English Faculty in collaboration with the Expressive & Performing Arts Faculty produce Middle School Drama performances
Music Showcases take place across the year and involve different year groups . The Whole School Play takes place in Term I and is performed in an off-site professional theatre . The cast includes pupils from Year 6 to Year 13 Pupils also can become involved in all aspects of production – for example backstage, make up, set and prop design
There is an annual Christmas concert involving every year group, and a Chalet Christmas Show . A Junior Musical Production will take place in Term II In Term III, there will be a Summer Concert and a Dance Showcase .
Inter-house competitions that take place throughout the school year also provide the pupils with the opportunity to perform . These include Inter-house Dance, Interhouse Play, Inter-house Art, Inter-house Battle of the Bands and Inter-house Poetry Slam
In addition to these Performances, there are IGCSE group Drama performances and IGCSE and IB Art Exhibitions as well as the annual House plays, directed and performed by the pupils .
PREFECTS AND MONITORS
Prefects and Monitors are pupils who have been chosen as exemplary members of the student body in Year 12 and Year 13 and are actively engaged in the life of the school.
They are approachable, present, ready to listen and help to ensure that the rules are understood and being followed . The application process is rigorous and demanding and includes references, a written letter of application and an interview . Further details are shared with the relevant year groups at appropriate times in the year Prefects and Monitors have a training day at school before the first day of term and are present to welcome new pupils and families at the start of term New pupils to Year 12 will have an opportunity to apply to become Monitors in October
A Head and Deputy Head Prefect work with the Head of Senior School to lead the team of Prefects and Monitors and hold weekly meetings with the team These pupils are elected to represent the school each year . All staff and pupils in Years 5 to 13 can vote in this election
PRIVATE LESSONS
It is possible for pupils to have private lessons in music, tennis, languages etc.
For Music private instrumental lessons, this may result in withdrawal from another lesson Please refer to the “Private Lesson Request Form” or “Request of private instrumental tuition” for more details
ST. GEORGE’S PARENTS LIAISON GROUP
(PLG)
ThePLG(ParentsLiaisonGroup)isavoluntary organisationofparentswhoseroleisto encouragecloserlinksbetweenhome andschool.
Aswellasorganisingfundraisingeventstheyalsohave ausefulsocialfunctiontooandprovideanopportunity forparentsandstafftogettogether.
ParentsvolunteerasClassRepresentatives.Theremay bemorethanoneRepresentativeforayeargroup.There isalsoaBoarders’Representative.
AWelcomeCoffeemorningisorganisedbythePLGat thestartofthenewschoolyear.Itisanopportunity forparentstomeeteachotherandexchangecontact information.
YoucanfindfurtherinformationinthePLGProjects sectionoftheStGeorge’sPLGwebsite: www.stgeorgesplg.comPassword:LevaviOculos.Onthe website,youcanalsosubscribetoPLGnewsviaemail.
TogetintouchwiththePLGemail info@stgeorgesplg.com
ThePLGrunsafullprogramofevents,fromtheJr. SchoolHalloweenpartytotheChristmasFair,andan InternationalFoodFair.
ThePLGalsoorganisesthetermlysaleofsecond-hand schooluniform.Theyalsosupportsomeschooltrips, andgiveassistanceateventshostedbySt.George’s, Skiingetc.
Afterdropoff,Parents’Coffeetakeplacesonaregular basisandtherewillbeaWelcomeCoffeeatschoolforall parentsatthestartofthenewschoolyear.ThePLGare alsopresenttoanswernewparents’questionsonNew PupilOrientationDay
The PLG committee meets regularly in the school, and the Class Reps communicate matters to the parents on theirplatformClasslist.
ParentsarewelcometocontactthePLGCommittee atmikeweyerhaeuser@gmail.comtoreceivemore informationabouttheiractivitiesandeventsthey organiseforthewholeschoolcommunity.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Safety and security are high priorities at St. George’s International School. Procedures, rules and regulations are in place to minimise the risks to pupils, staff, buildings and equipment.
The school campus is monitored by security cameras, and we have a night security patrol .
All visitors, including parents, must report to Reception for registration, where a visitor’s badge will be issued Please remember to sign out and return the badge upon departure This is in line with Fire Regulations
Please present yourself at the school office if you need to collect a child for any reason during the school day The code for the barrier is for Staff only Please do not ask to be given this code . This is for the security of your children Similarly, we do not give out the code for the Chalet . Please never allow a visitor into the school yourself
SPORTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION & SKIING
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
All pupils take Physical Education as a compulsory subject . Throughout these lessons activities are covered to encompass the main elements of Physical Education: Striking & Fielding Activities; Games Based Activities; Outdoor Adventurous Activities (skiing); Gymnastic Activities; Athletic Activities; Racket Sports; Dance and Health Related Fitness .
SPORTS
The Sports on offer as part of the extra-curricular programme are designed to complement what is done in the curriculum whilst offering further development and competitive opportunities . These clubs and teams are run by the St George’s staff and supported by external coaches where necessary (extra costs) . Sports teams are entered into competitions, leagues and friendly matches against schools around Switzerland through our memberships with SGIS, ADISR All details of fixtures, teams, results and sports news can be found by visiting the school website sports section
EQUIPMENT
All pupils from Years 1 to 13 should attend their Physical Education lessons and Sports clubs wearing the appropriate St George’s sports kit (available from the school uniform shop) .
• St . George’s shirt
• St . George’s Jumper
• St . George’s shorts or pants
• Rain jacket
• Water bottle
Pupils are NOT permitted to wear their own sports kit, including kit from external clubs and replica football shirts . Most activities only require basic St . George’s sports kit However, certain activities require specialist equipment both for lessons and clubs:
Field-Hockey: mouth guard, shin-pads & long socks
Football: shin-pads & long socks
Swimming: swimsuit, cap and goggles
Skiing: view ski equipment below
COMPETITIVE TEAM SELECTION
For competitive matches and tournaments against other schools it is solely the responsibility of the team coach and Sports department to select the team Team selection is made based on all the information and knowledge about each pupil who trains in the school club or throughout lessons Those who attend the school club will have priority for selection over those who don’t Once team selection is made parents and pupils must respect the decision . Often pupils miss out on selection due to limited places in teams and squads In this scenario, the teacher or coach will do their best to offer reasons for omittance and advice for how to be selected in the future
SKIING
During Term II, all pupils from Years 1 to 13 take part in skiing as part of their compulsory Physical Education curriculum.
During each ski day the pupils are taught in groups of 6-10 by a qualified ski instructor . Pupils stay in ability appropriate groups, accompanied by the ski instructors for the whole season, allowing for the maximum learning experience
In term II, Years 1 to 5 ski every week (beginning week 2 for Years 1 to 2) for half a day to allow for regular sessions while Years 6 to 13 ski every 2 weeks for the whole day . The programme and resort is confirmed to parents in advance of Term II .
Off-piste skiing is not permitted at any point except in some of the higher-level groups where the pupils are required to develop skills which require them to ski on unprepared snow Instructors qualified to teach at this level may take competent pupils into these areas . If possible, it helps enormously for beginners to try skiing before the start of term in January . There are several excellent ski schools in the area, including the Ecole Suisse de Ski Montreux Riviera (www .ecoleskimontreux .ch), which can offer lessons .
SKI EQUIPMENT
Pupils are required to hire or buy equipment and clothing for the season.
Parents of day pupils should arrange this for their children Please note that skis hired through the school are not insured for loss/theft (boarding pupils) The list of compulsory equipment needed is:
✓ Skisandpoles:forsecurity,getthebindingsandskis professionallyfittedforyourchildrensothattheyare safeontheslopes
✓ SkiBoots
✓ Helmet
✓ Gloves/sparesetforwetdays
✓ Skigoggles/mask
✓ St.George’sblueskiJacket(compulsorytobeworn, canbepurchasedthroughuniform@stgeorgesch)for securityreason
✓ Skipants/salopettes
✓ Warmsocks/specificskisocks
✓ Thermallayers,topandbottom
✓ Buff
✓ Personalwaterbottle(tosaveplastic)
✓ Backprotection(mandatory)
Go Pros, iPods/MP3 players/Mobile Phones are not permitted whilst skiing Mobile phones are not encouraged but can prove useful in an emergency They should be switched off and only used to contact a member of staff or the school office Contacting parents or friends back at school impedes emergency communication and can lead to confusion, exaggeration and undue worry . Misuse of a mobile phone will result in it being confiscated Junior department pupils may not take their phones skiing . These should be handed to a teacher for safe keeping
SKI BEHAVIOUR & CONDUCT
Pupils are grouped by level Changing ski groups is at the discretion of the ski instructors in consultation with the sports staff . Pupils may ask to change if they feel they are incorrectly placed, but in the interests of fairness will only be moved if they prove beyond doubt that they are incorrectly placed
Due to the high-risk nature of skiing, it is of paramount importance that all pupils behave themselves whilst on the slopes The ski instructors and school staff will remove any pupil who demonstrates reckless or dangerous behaviour that puts themselves or other skiers at risk . It will then be decided by the school staff if the pupil should ski again and when
The FIS (International Ski Federation) has established ten rules for the conduct of skiers:
• Respect: Do not endanger others
• Control: Adapt the manner and speed of your skiing/ snowboarding to your ability and to the general conditions on the mountain
• Choice of Route: The skier/boarder in front has priority Leave enough space
• Overtaking: Leave plenty of space when overtaking a slower skier/boarder .
• Entering and Starting: Look up and down the mountain each time before starting or entering a marked run
• Stopping: Only stop at the edge of the piste or where you can be seen . Never stop below the brow of a hill where you are hidden .
• Climbing: When climbing up or down, always keep to the side of the piste
• Signs: Obey all signs and markings They are there for your safety
• A ssistance: In case of accidents, mark the incident area with crossed skis or a snowboard stuck in the snow, provide help and alert the rescue service
• Identification: All those involved in an accident, including witnesses, should exchange names and addresses .
Note: Some Ski Patrols reserve the right to confiscate ski passes on the grounds of reckless skiing or snowboarding.
SKI TRIPS
Towards the end of Term II, the children in Years 3 to 12 are taken on a three-day residential ski trip . Children remain in Switzerland in the local resorts During their visit they are accompanied by their teachers and experienced ski monitors Details are confirmed in Term II .
BAD WEATHER (SKI DAYS/SKI TRIPS)
The safety of the children is paramount and any decision to either go ahead or cancel skiing due to the weather conditions is made after consultation with one or all of the following authorities: the Swiss Ski School; the Bus Company; the Police Routière, the Resort If parents need confirmation of whether their children have gone skiing, they should telephone the school reception 021/964.34.11
SUMMER CAMP
St.George’sInternationalSchoolrunsaday andresidentialSummerCampinJulyand Augustwelcomingpupilsfromalloverthe world.
Morningsaredevotedtointensivelanguagestudy, afternoonstosportsorexcursions,andeveningsto extra-curricularactivities.
WealsohaveadayNanoCampforchildren3-5years andMegaCampforchildrenfrom6–8years.
ThepupilsaretakenonculturalvisitstodiscoverSwiss
cities and the countryside; they experience a camping expedition in the Swiss Alps and take part in well supervised outdoor activities such as sailing
STEAM and tennis camps are also a feature of the Summer Camp offering
The Summer Camp staff are carefully selected for their qualifications, teaching experience and their ability to care for young people away from home
For further information, please visit www .stgeorges .ch/summer-camps
SOCIAL GROUPS
The PLG is the focus for establishing social contact with other families, and they organise groups such as the walking group.
Parents are also encouraged to have musical tuition in school . Please consult your class representative to see termly social opportunities
PUPIL ASSESSMENT
The aim of assessment within the school is to continually inform pupils, teachers and parents of the progress of the pupil across the curriculum.
Assessment is a tool to monitor and reflect on the pupil’s learning and achievement, and thus to ensure that the pupil has access to the correct learning programme
The pupils will receive formative and summative assessments throughout the year These assessments take place in various forms, allowing pupils of differing learning styles to apply their knowledge and skills .
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT for learning in the classroom is based on the concept that teachers share the learning objectives and the success criteria with pupils . They provide them with constant feedback using the evidence of the pupils’ learning to inform and adapt their teaching, empowering the pupils to be responsible and aware of their own learning .
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENTS are carried out throughout the year to ascertain the pupils’ level of knowledge, skills and understanding . These summative assessments show the progress over several topics and this development is recorded and reported at set times during the year Assessment is criterion-related and is subject and key stage specific .
From Year 4, pupils have a designated hour per week they are tested on a specific subject The schedule of these Cycle Tests is planned for the entire academic year and is given out to pupils at the beginning of each term
St George’s International School recognises both academic achievement and attitude & effort . Details and comments are included in school reports
STUDENT COUNCIL
The Senior School Student Council is an elected group of pupils which acts as a voice for the opinions and concerns of the student body.
It consists of pupil representatives from each year group and includes a member of the Prefect team
The Student Council meets regularly and discusses issues raised by pupils . Issues are then taken forward for further discussion and suggestions with the school Senior Management team . The discussion points raised and subsequent actions are communicated back to the school by the Student Council .
The Junior School Student Council is also an elected group of pupils which acts as a voice for the opinions and concerns of the student body . It consists of pupil representatives from each of the year groups and meets monthly and discusses issues raised by pupils, voting on whether the matter ought to be referred to the Head of Junior School for consideration Representatives are subsequently required to report back any developments to their respective year groups
SCHEDULE FOR PARENT CONSULTATIONS/ LEARNING CONFERENCES
This is confirmed by the school at the start of the academic year.
TENNIS CLUB RULES AND REGULATIONS
MEMBERS
All current St George’s pupils, parents, teachers and support staff will automatically become members of the St George’s Family Weekend Tennis Club
DRESS CODE
Appropriate footwear and clothing must be worn Sports shoes are obligatory .
ACCESS AND OPENING TIMES
Saturday – Sunday 8 .30am – 6 .00pm
We reserve the right to make amendments to our times of opening Priority is given to boarding pupils
We accept no liability for lost or stolen goods whilst on our premises .
Access to the courts is through the north entrance on Avenue des Bosquets de Julie Cars parked in the car park and all contents in them are your responsibility and we will not accept any liability for loss or damage to them .
We reserve the right to refuse access or ask you to leave the facilities if you act in a way that may cause offence or distress to others, in a way that presents a risk to others’ health or your own, or if you fail to use any equipment safely and properly .
All players use the tennis courts at their own risk . Warning: the courts become slippery when wet In adverse weather conditions, St . George’s Tennis Club reserves the right to close the facilities
For information about court reservations, please contact the office .
CONDITIONS OF USE
• Guests must be notified to the office and must always be accompanied by a member of the Tennis Club
• An adult must always accompany children under the age of 12
• Children between 12 – 18 years old, may use the courts unaccompanied, but their parents are responsible for their actions and safety
• No glass bottles, tins cans or food (including chewing gum) are allowed on the courts
TEXTBOOKS AND EQUIPMENT
Textbooks,filesandstationery aresuppliedbytheschool.
Sometextbooksbecomepersonalpupils’copieswhen thereisaneedforpupilstoannotateandkeepfor reference;suchbooksarebilledasappropriate. Similarly,personalisedITresourcesmayalsobebilled inaccordancewithuse.Abasicwritingkitisdistributed tonewpupils.Refillsofpaper,notebooksetc.arealso suppliedbutallotheritemsmustbepurchasedby parents.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING
Manycarspassthroughthegrounds todropoffandpickuppupils.
For this procedure to run smoothly and safely in the limited space available, please respect the following points:
• A drop-off system operates throughout the day All cars should enter and exit the school grounds from the Av Bosquets de Julie (top) entrance and children should be dropped off and picked up from the same at the end of the school day . If your child is being picked up after a club, please follow the same procedure
• Please observe the drive through restricted times and speed limits .
• Only use designated parking areas Parents are asked not to block these places for too long .
• The Chalet, courtyard and lower car parks are reserved for staff and visitors parking only
•Largebusesusedforexcursionsalsousethecourtyard forparkingandturning.
•Forthesafetyofthepupils,pleaseremembertodrive slowlyandcarefullyontheschoolproperty.
• Dogsarenotencouragedonschoolsiteduetothe nervousnessandallergiesofsomechildren.Pleasebe respectful.
•Whereverpossible,olderpupilsshouldtakepublic transport,bedroppedoff/pickedupfromthe Maladairecarparknexttotheschoolandparentsof youngerpupilsshouldarrangetocar-pool.
Ifyouareunsureofthelocationofanyoftheplaces mentioned,pleasecontacttheschooloffice (+41219643411)forclarification.
PleasecontacttheSchoolOfficeifyouarelateoryou haveplannedforsomeoneelsetopickupyourchild. Ifyouareverylate,orarehabituallylate,theJunior Schoolstaffmayarrangetosendyourchildtowaitin theSeniorSchoollounge,withoutdirectsupervision.
Inthefirstweekofschool,trafficislikelytobeheavier thannormal.Pleaseuseextracautionandpatience.
TRANSPORT
Theminibusesareusedtorunaservice eachmorningandafternoontocollectand transportpupilstoandfromschool.
Foralltheotherexcursionstheschoolusesprofessional buscompanies.
Pupilstravellingintheseminibusesorbusesmust alwayswearseatbelts.Anypupilwhomisbehavesand engagesinunacceptableordangerousbehaviourmay besubjecttotemporaryorpermanentsuspensionfrom allschoolorganisedtransportation.Pleasefilloutthe TransportationServiceFormtoavailoftheschoolbus service.
UNIFORM
The correct School Uniform must always be worn and is available directly from the school uniform shop.
All uniforms are supplied by our school shop The shop is open each Tuesday from 8 .00am-12 .00pm and 12 30pm-5 00pm Appointments can be made on uniform@stgeorges .ch .
School blazers must be worn by all pupils from Year 6 and including Year 11
During the winter months, when snow is common, children in the Junior School should bring a change of clothes for outdoor play, snow boots, gloves, hat
and snow trousers and jacket . The weather is very changeable throughout the year and all children should always have a raincoat and wear a sunhat, sunglasses and sun-cream during the hotter months .
All parents should ensure their children come to school dressed in the correct uniform, looking neat and tidy . All items of clothing should be clearly labelled with the pupil’s name There is a lost and found box in the cloakrooms of the chalet and all Junior School items found (unnamed) are put in this box At the end of each term the unclaimed items are given to charity . Senior School pupils’ lost property is placed in the ‘pound’ and a nominal charge is levied to retrieve items .
Foundation Stage
Juniors Year 1 to 5 Winter Uniform
Sports Uniform Year 1 to 13
Optional Summer Uniform Summer Term until October Half Term
Seniors Year 12 to 13
Seniors Year 6 to 11
JUNIORSWINTER
Foundation Stage
Sports trousers
School T-shirt
White socks
White trainers
Sports sweatshirt
Years 1 to 5
Boys
Long grey trousers
White polo shirt
Navy pullover
Grey socks
Navy blue or black shoes
SUMMER SPORT
Sports trousers or shorts
School T-shirt
White socks
Black or blue sandals or white trainers
Years 1 to 5
Girls
White polo shirt
School tartan skirt
Navy pullover
Navy socks or tights
Navy blue or black shoes
Whitepoloshirt
NavypulloverGrey
trousersorshorts
Greysocks
Navyblueorblack sandalsorshoes
School tartan skirt
White polo shirt
Navy pullover or blue & white checked
summer dress
White socks
Navy blue or black sandals or shoes
Sports trousers or shorts
Sports sweatshirt
School T-shirt
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
Sports trousers or shorts
School T-shirt
Sports sweatshirt
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
School ski jacket
Sports shorts or skorts
School T-shirt
Sports trousers or leggings
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
School ski jacket
All items except for shoes, socks, tights and grey shorts and Years 12 to 13 trousers should be purchased in the school shop
SENIORS ALL YEAR SPORT
Years 6 to 11 Boys
Years 6 to 11 Girls
Schoolblazer
Longgreytrousersorshortsin summer(MiddleSchoolonly)
WhiteshirtandschooltieNavy pullover
Greysocks
Blackshoes
School blazer
Tartan skirt or navy trousers
White blouse and school tie
Navy pullover
Navy knee high socks or tights
Navy blue or black shoes
Years 12 to 13
School navy polo shirt
Beige trousers
Navy or black shoes
Informal leavers hoodies
Sports shorts or sports trousers
School T-shirt
Sports sweatshirt
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
School ski jacket
Sports shorts or skort
School T-shirt
Sports trousers or leggings
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
School ski jacket
Sports sweatshirt
Sports shorts or skort
School T-shirt
School trousers
White socks
White soled trainers
House T-shirt
All items except for shoes, socks, tights and grey shorts and Years 12 to 13 trousers should be purchased in the school shop .
VISAS
There are several trips outside Switzerland during the school year. All pupils should have a valid visa before the start of each term.
The school can obtain visas for boarders if enough notice is given . For day pupils, obtaining a visa is the responsibility of the parents
WHO’S WHO
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Email: office@stgeorges ch
Tel: +41 21 964 34 11
If you have any academic or social issues concerning your child, please contact your child’s tutor (or class teacher in the Junior School) in the first instance . His/ her email details are in your welcome letter
OTHER ENQUIRIES
Multilingualism lbodenmann@stgeorges .ch
Senior School dchapuis@stgeorges.ch
Middle School mgillan@stgeorges.ch
Junior School rsymes@stgeorges .ch
Pastoral care lkling@stgeorges .ch
School Transport ygiorgianni@stgeorges ch
Uniform Shop uniform@stgeorges ch
Finance finance@stgeorges .ch
Admissions admissions@stgeorges .ch
Boarding boarding@stgeorges ch
University Advice and Careers jhaesler@stgeorges ch
APPENDIX
FS2 TO YEAR 2 TIMETABLE WEEK A/B TIME
7 45am – 8 15am Early Birds
8 .15am – 8 .30am Class Teacher Time
8 .30am – 9 .30am
9 30am – 10 30am 10 .30am – 10 .50am Break
.50am – 11 .50am
– 3 50pm EnrichmentActivities
3 .50pm – 5 .50pm Late Owls Bus A Departure: 4 .00pm
YEAR 3 TO YEAR 5 TIMETABLE
7 .45am – 8 .15am Early Birds
8 15am – 8 30am Class Teacher Time
8 30am – 9 30am
9 .30am – 10 .30am 10 .30am – 10 .50am Break
50am – 11 50am 11 .50am – 12 .50pm Lunch
.50pm – 1 .50pm
50pm – 2 50pm
50pm – 3 50pm 3 .50pm – 4 .50pm Clubs 4 50pm – 6 00pm Late Owls Bus A Departure: 4 00pm and Bus B Departure: 5 15pm
YEAR 6 TO YEAR 13 TIMETABLE
7 45am – 8 15am Academic Support
8 15am – 8 30am Tutor Time
8 30am – 9 30am 9 30am – 10 30am 10 30am – 10 50am Break
50am – 11 50am
00pm – 4 30pm Academic Support/Clubs 4 00pm to 5 00pm
Bus A Departure: 4 .00pm and Bus B Departure: 5 .15pm
*Flexi-lunch 11 50am or 12 50am to 1 50pm depending on timetable for senior pupils
