Fourchette Verte, boarding school and family atmosphere

What is the “Fourchette Verte” label?

“Founded in 1993 in Geneva under the name “Fédération Fourchette verte suisse” the programme adopted aims to change consumer habits through restaurant owners. Over time, the Federation has gradually spread to most of the Swiss cantons.

Since it was founded, it has been offering well-balanced daily specials that respect the criteria of the food pyramid. Often used in the context of health promotion and the prevention of certain diseases (various cancers, cardiovascular pathologies, and obesity), the concept put forward and adopted by many establishments, both public and private, is to offer healthy, high-quality menus that reconcile pleasure and health, two concepts that are often at odds with each other.

It’s all about combining fresh, varied seasonal foods with a rich flavour”.

It’s worth noting in passing that it’s not just our boarding students who benefit. During the school year, except for Wednesdays when most of our pupils have the afternoon off, we serve around 240 meals at lunchtime to many day pupils from the Lemania School and the EBSR (Ecole Bilingue de la Suisse Romande).

The highlights of the year are not forgotten. Here, for example, is the starter from last year’s Christmas meal.

Eating well and healthily is far from being the only advantage of the Boarding School, managed by Mrs Valentine Du Pasquier Zeis.

Located in a privileged setting in the city centre, close to the lake and the mountains, École Lémania’s Boarding School provides an environment conducive to personal and social development. Its central location in Europe also offers easy access to major destinations such as Paris and Milan. Switzerland’s reputation for safety is another major advantage for our students, as is the recognised quality of the education provided both in class and through supervised study. This is complemented by the family-oriented atmosphere of our boarding school, which is a true added value.

Our teaching staff and multidisciplinary educational team provide personalised support, both on a personal and academic level. Supervised study sessions, held from Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m./10:00 p.m., depending on individual needs, provide a structured environment that encourages continuous progress, reinforces learning and develops students’ independence in their work. Students experiencing difficulties benefit from enhanced support and individual attention.

Extracurricular activities, whether sports, cultural or recreational, are organised during weekends.

A Monday-to-Friday boarding option is also available at a reduced rate, allowing students to benefit from all Boarding School services, with the exception of weekend activities.

In conclusion, the health, well-being and academic success of our students are at the heart of the Boarding School team’s mission, throughout the year as well as during our summer school sessions.