Since 1897, the Collège & Lycée Saint-Charles has stayed faithful to its values of openness, humanism and respect for its traditions. It is a proud establishment, where youngsters receive the very best education in order to become tomorrow’s citizens of the world.
1. A holistic approach
An approach based on strong values (a spirit of openness, humanism and tradition). A life school, and a school for life.
2. Excellence in education
* Complete curriculum from the 6th HarmoS through to the Maturité.
* A recognised gymnasial Maturité can be obtained in four years. (Saint-Charles is one of the few private schools in French-speaking Switzerland to offer this.)
* A bilingual French-English Maturité (unique in the Jura region)
3. Infrastructure
* Modern campus, perfectly maintained, various buildings
* Sports equipment, in-door swimming pool
* A modern boarding school that can comfortably accommodate several dozen students
4. Level of care
* Personalised monitoring of students, founded on support and listening
* Smaller classes
* A focus on learning strategies
5. Location
* Proudly based in Porrentruy, in the Swiss Jura region
* A safe place with a great quality of life
* Located in peaceful green surroundings, at the foot of a magnificent castle.
The Collège & Lycée Saint-Charles has Middle Years Program (MYP 3, 4 and 5) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) both taught fully in English.
In terms of sports, The Collège & Lycée Saint-Charles offers many activities such as skiing, ice-hockey, horseback riding, basketball, golf, tennis.