OUR VISION
St George's International School aims to combine 100 years of heritage with a powerful outlook on educational excellence, to provide an outstanding curriculum in academics, sports and expressive and performing arts that challenge and stimulate all students
We shall be set apart by our commitment to and culture of high performance, which empowers everyone to achieve their goals within an environment where they feel confident to take ownership of their decisions and actions.
Our international school community is founded upon a strong belief in equality. We strive to be fully inclusive, to embrace our diversity and the opportunities and responsibilities of being global citizens.
We work to ensure that our mission to inspire pupils to lift their eyes continues to resonate today as strongly as it did on our foundation in 1927
LEARNING PRINCIPLES
Learning is at the heart of our school community From Early Years to Senior School, we follow the same learning principles that guide everything we do: curiosity, collaboration, resilience, thoughtfulness, balance and reflection
As an international school, these learning principles are defined within two essential dimensions: intercultural learning and global citizenship
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
THOUGHTFUL
BALANCED REFLECTIVE
LEARNING PRINCIPLES
AT ST GEORGE’S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, WE ARE
COLLABORATIVE
RESILIENT
GLOBAL CITIZENS
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
SENIOR VICE PRINCIPAL
VICE PRINCIPAL ACADEMIC
VP Head of Senior School
VP Head of Middle School
HEAD OF FACULTY
English
Maths & Computing Science World
VICE PRINCIPAL CO-CURRICULAR
Senior School Pupils
Middle School Pupils
Head of Junior School
Foundation Stage –Year 2
Chalet Coordinator Head of ELS
Junior School Pupils
Early Learning School (EL S)
GENERAL STAGE OVERVIEW
The chart below gives us an overview of the way curriculum is organised at St George’s International School
Cambridge International Lower Secondary Bilingual or English Pathway
Cambridge International Upper Secondary International General Certificate of Secondary Education or Year 11 One Year Pre-Diploma Programme
Cambridge International Primary Bilingual or English Pathway International Baccalaureate Diploma A-Levels General Diploma Programme
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
BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNING
Please refer to our school “Behaviour policy”
Everyonemustleavethebuildingsilentlyas quicklyaspossiblebythenearestexitand assembleinthedesignatedarea Pupilsmaynotusephones/mobiledevices duringtheschoolday,815am–350pm Lostpropertyistobehandedintotheschool office Allitemsmustbeclearlylabelled Chewinggumonschoolpremisesisnot permitted Foodisnottoberemovednorconsumed outsidethedininghall Wateronlymaybe consumedfromaplasticormetalbottle
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 takes place at St George’s International School in the autumn term with over 90 universities and colleges from around the world attending each year
COMMUNICATION
There are many different ways in which information is shared within the St. George’s International School community.
STRETCH AND CHALLENGE
COMPLAINTS (FOR PARENTS)
St. George’s International School has long prided itself on the quality of the teaching and pastoral care provided to its pupils. However, if parents do have a complaint, they can expect it to be treated by the school in accordance with this Procedure
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.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROCEDURE
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
FIELD TRIPS GRADUATION AND PRIZE-GIVING
FOOD HOUSE SYSTEM
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION
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
LEARNING CENTRE
Pleasecontacttheschoollibrarianwithany questionsaboutthelibrary,thelibrarywebsite,or thelibraryprogramme
LOCKERS LIBRARIES
All pupils in the Middle/Senior School have two lockers, one for books and files and another in the changing rooms for sports kits.
Pupils are advised to keep their locker locked with a padlock which will be supplied by the school – the school will not take responsibility for any losses. All valuables should be handed in to the school office for safe keeping
MOBILE PHONES
OFFICE HOURS
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS TERM-TIME
SWISS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Closed Monday–Friday Monday – Thursday Friday 8 00am – 6 00pm 8 00am – 5 30pm 9 00am – 12 00pm 1 00pm – 4 30pm
PERFORMING ARTS
saxophone,voice,piano,drums,bass,guitar,violin, ukuleleandtrumpet
Toenrolforprivatemusiclessons,pleasefillinthe formonline.
PERFORMANCES
AtSt George’sSchool,pupilsareencouragedto perform ateverypossibleopportunity.Tofacilitatethis,the schoolrunsaseriesofshowcaseconcertsandfrequent lunchtimeperformanceopportunitiesthroughoutthe schoolyearforbothjuniorandseniorschools.This initiativehasbeenmetwithoverwhelmingresponseand hashadahugepositiveimpactonthelifeofthepupilat St.George’s.
AspartoftheEnglishcurriculum,theEnglishFacultyin collaborationwiththeExpressive&PerformingArts FacultyproduceMiddleSchoolDramaperformances
MusicShowcasestakeplacethroughouttheyearand involvedifferentyeargroups TheWholeSchoolPlay takesplaceinTermIandisperformedinanoff-site professionaltheatre ThecastincludespupilsfromYear 6toYear13 Pupilscanalsobecomeinvolvedinall aspectsofproduction–forexample,backstage,makeup,setandpropdesign
ThereisanannualChristmasconcertinvolvingevery yeargroup,andaChaletChristmasShow AJunior MusicalProductionwilltakeplaceinTermII.InTermIII, therewillbeaSummerConcertandaDanceShowcase Inter-housecompetitionsthattakeplacethroughoutthe schoolyearalsoprovidethepupilswiththeopportunity toperform TheseincludeInter-houseDance,InterhousePlay,Inter-houseArt,Inter-houseBattleofthe BandsandInter-housePoetrySlam.
InadditiontothesePerformances,thereareIGCSE groupDramaperformancesandIGCSEandIBArt ExhibitionsaswellastheannualHouseplays,directed andperformedbythepupils
PREFECTS AND MONITORS
ST. GEORGE’S PARENTS LIAISON GROUP (PLG)
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
Rainjacket
Waterbottle
SPORTS, PHYSICAL EDUCATION & SKIING
PupilsareNOTpermittedtoweartheirownsports kit,includingkitfromexternalclubsandreplica footballshirts MostactivitiesonlyrequirebasicSt George’ssportskit.However,certainactivities requirespecialistequipmentbothforlessonsand clubs:
Field-Hockey:mouthguard,shin-pads&longsocks
Football:shin-pads&longsocks
Swimming:swimsuit,capandgoggles
Skiing:viewskiequipmentbelow
Skigoggles/mask
StGeorge’sblueskijacket(compulsorytobe worn,canbepurchasedthrough uniform@stgeorges.ch)forsecurityreasons
Skipants/salopettes
Warmsocks/specificskisocks
Thermallayers,topandbottom
Buff
Personalwaterbottle(tosaveplastic)
Backprotection(mandatory)
GoPros,iPods/MP3players/MobilePhonesare notpermittedwhilstskiing Mobilephonesarenot encouraged,butcanproveusefulinanemergency Theyshouldbeswitchedoffandonlyusedtocontact amemberofstaffortheschooloffice Contacting parentsorfriendsbackatschoolimpedesemergency communicationandcanleadtoconfusion, exaggerationandundueworry Misuseofamobile phonewillresultinitbeingconfiscated Junior departmentpupilsmaynottaketheirphonesskiing Theseshouldbehandedtoateacherforsafekeeping
SKIBEHAVIOUR&CONDUCT
Pupilsaregroupedbylevel Changingskigroupsisat thediscretionoftheskiinstructorsinconsultationwith thesportsstaff Pupilsmayasktochangeiftheyfeel theyareincorrectlyplaced,butintheinterestsof fairnesswillonlybemovediftheyprovebeyond doubtthattheyareincorrectlyplaced
Duetothehigh-risknatureofskiing,itisofparamount importancethatallpupilsbehavethemselveswhilst ontheslopes.Theskiinstructorsandschoolstaffwill removeanypupilwhodemonstratesrecklessor dangerousbehaviourthatputsthemselvesorother skiersatrisk.Itwillthenbedecidedbytheschool staffifthepupilshouldskiagainandwhen
SUMMER CAMP
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
STUDENT COUNCIL
SCHEDULE FOR PARENT CONSULTATIONS/ LEARNING CONFERENCES
This is confirmed by the school at the start of the academic year
TEXTBOOKS AND EQUIPMENT
Textbooks, files and stationery are supplied by the school
Some textbooks become personal pupils’ copies when there is a need for pupils to annotate and keep for reference; such books are billed as appropriate. A basic writing kit is distributed to new pupils Refills of paper, notebooks etc are also supplied but all other items must be purchased by parents
TRAFFIC AND PARKING
Large buses used for excursions also use the courtyard for parking and turning For the safety of the pupils, please remember to drive slowly and carefully on the school property Dogs are not encouraged on school site due to the nervousness and allergies of some children. Please be respectful. Wherever possible, older pupils should take public transport, be dropped off/picked up from the Maladaire car park next to the school and parents of younger pupils should arrange to carpool
TRANSPORT
UNIFORM
Optional Summer Uniform Summer Term until October Half Term
Seniors Year 6 to 11
Sports Uniform Year 1 to 13
Seniors Year 12 to 13
Juniors Year 1 to 5 Winter Uniform
JUNIORS WINTER SUMMER SPORT
Sports trousers
Years 1 to 5 Boys
Years 1 to 5 Girls Foundation Stage
School T-shirt
White socks
White trainers
Sports sweatshirt
Long grey trousers
White polo shirt
Navy pullover
Grey socks
Navy blue or black shoes
Sports trousers or shorts
School T-shirt
White socks
Black or blue sandals or white trainers
White polo shirt
Navy pullover Grey trousers or shorts
Grey socks
Navy blue or black sandals or shoes
White polo shirt
School tartan skirt
Navy pullover
Navy socks or tights
Navy blue or black
shoes
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
School blazer
Long grey trousers
White shirt and school tie Navy pullover
Grey socks
Black shoes
Years
6 to 11
Girls
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
OTHER ENQUIRIES
Academics
Admissions
Boarding
Co-Curricular
Finance
Junior School
Middle School
Multilingualism
Pastoral care
School Transport
Senior School
Uniform Shop
University
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