Here is the most expensive school in the world. It costs 97000 euros a year. Can you imagine how much it is?? The reason why it is so expensive will shock you.
Did you know that in Switzerland there is a school where you have to pay approximately 97000 euros a year for tuition? If not, then this article is for you. You may have questions: “Why is training so expensive? How does this educational institution differ from others?
Let us talk about it.
Institut Le Rosey is the most expensive school in the world
Le Rosey is a private boarding school. Students are trained in two beautiful school buildings: in the warm season, Château du Rosey, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, and in winter, in chalets (small Swiss-style houses) in the Gstaad ski resort. To educate your child in such a school, you would have to pay about 97,000 euros (or 7 million rubles) per year.
Le Rosey is more than just a school. This is a boarding house where children stay around the clock, learning various sciences, values and independent living skills. Institut Le Rosey is called one of the oldest schools: it opened in 1880! At one time, education was provided only to boys, but since 1967, girls can also be among the students of this educational institution
Le Rosey alumni
The cost of staying at school is, of course, not small. However, the training it provides is highly qualified and professional. Notable alumni who have graduated from Le Rosey include Juan Carlos I (King of Spain), Joe Dassin (famous French singer), Sean Lennon (son of John Lennon), Prince Edward, Duke of Kent (member of the British royal family) and many others.
Moreover, according to reliable information, about 30 percent of students get into the top 25 prestigious educational institutions in the world (including the Association of Eight American Universities, the Ivy League).
Selection process
Felipe Laurent, a former student and representative of Le Rosey, says: “We are the oldest international boarding school in Switzerland. The reputation of the institution plays to our advantage: students who studied here before send their children here because they want to continue this tradition.”
Le Rosey currently has approximately 400 students (ages eight to eighteen). They come from different countries, but there is an interesting fact: more than 10% of the total number of students cannot study from one country at the same time. Moreover, there is an ideal gender distribution in the establishment.
Although initial instruction is provided in two languages (English and French), those interested can choose to study two additional foreign languages. Such training will help them subsequently study effectively at the university of their choice.
Despite the expensive training, Le Rosey has four applicants for each position. Felipe Laurent shares: “We are looking not only for those who are excellent students, but also for those who are interesting to communicate with and who have excellent potential.”
If you enter the territory of the educational institution, you understand: Le Rosey is like a piece of Paradise. Moreover, it looks more like a resort than a school. The area is very beautiful and there are two swimming pools on site. As with other institutions, students arrive at the main campus in September. As mentioned above, in winter students go to the city of Gstaad – this tradition has been established since 1917.
Why are students and teachers forced to change their place of study for several months? In winter, the shores of Lake Geneva experience dense fog, making it difficult to have good visibility necessary for a successful stay and study.
Students are happy with these changes: they can ski four times a week. According to Felipe, students spend about two weeks in Gstaad. He explains: “Being in Gstaad is also tiring. I mean, eight to nine weeks in the Swiss Alps would make everyone tired.”
After a break in March, students return to the main campus in April. Students will have summer holidays at the end of June.
Rules
As you can see, students really enjoy their time at Institut Le Rosey. But at the same time, some of the highest demands are placed on them.
What is it about?
Students share their rooms two at a time, but change roommates three times a year due to the winter stay in Gstaad. Each room has a comfortable shower and toilet.
If you think that the students there are completely relaxed, you are mistaken. Students wake up at 7 am. First they have breakfast and then go to classes, which run from 8 to 12.20. Next, students will have a short break for hot cocoa. After lunch, classes continue from 13:00 to 15:30.
Appearance requirements are quite strict: students must wear “comfortable and appropriate” clothing during classes. For boys, this means wearing pants and a shirt, and for girls, dresses or blouses and skirts. Moreover, the appearance should not be provocative.
The clothing you choose should completely cover your shoulders and stomach. Leather or denim jackets, any sportswear, high heels, and “transparent or provocative clothing” are prohibited. At other times (outside of class), students can wear any decent clothing.
There are also quite strict rules of conduct. For example, students should not keep their hands in their pockets while talking to someone. Moreover, when a senior is talking to a student, it will be considered uncivil if the student continues to sit.
It is noteworthy that it is not only students who live in the dormitories: about 90 of the 150 teachers live on the territory of the educational institution almost all year round.
Other options
Sports and art classes take place between 4 and 6 p.m. Art classes take place in the Paul & Henri Carnal pavilion. There is a wide range of opportunities: three orchestras, two choirs, three theater groups, dance, art and cooking classes.
More than 60 percent of students play an instrument or sing. They either participate in the school orchestra, choir or other groups. The concert hall is also used for theater performances and school events.
Sports are an important part of daily life at Le Rosey. There are football and rugby fields, tennis courts, basketball and beach volleyball courts, as well as two gyms.
Those who wish can ride a horse: the school has private stables with approximately 20 horses. Le Rosey also hosts competitions on the water: the sailing school has four motor and rowing boats.
After students have let off some steam, they head to dinner at 7:30 p.m. All dishes are prepared by chefs. Who are the waiters? The students themselves take turns!
It is noteworthy that students cannot leave dinner on their own until the school principal gives them permission. Moreover, they must also follow certain rules while eating: the back must be straight, the elbows must not be placed on the table, and the food must be brought to the mouth (without leaning the head towards the plate).
Some more requirements
Students are not allowed to drink alcohol during the week. There are exceptions for celebrations “organized or accompanied by a teacher” where “wine may be consumed.” Smoking is also prohibited, even off campus. Bedtime is from 10:30 pm to 6:30 am (may vary depending on the age of the students). Anyone who ends up in bed with someone of the opposite sex or shows “excessive affection” falls into disgrace with the headmaster.
Bottom line
Despite the fact that the students are rich and often famous, according to Felipe Laurent, they live “normal lives.” He continues: “Of course, our establishment is one of the elite. Yes, families must have certain resources to send their children to us. You might think that our students might just talk about their luxury cars, houses or planes. But no, that’s not true. It’s about being just regular kids. We diligently teach them to lead a normal life, and we place the highest demands on them.”
Felipe sums it up: “We help them understand that their privilege (as a result of their parents’ wealth) also means great responsibility. We involve them in humanitarian work, and we can clearly see how all this has a very positive impact on them.”
