Although we’ve already been back at school for three weeks, this week marked something special — our very first monthly House Dinner of the year in Franconis!

Once a month, we gather together as a house to share a meal, relax, and enjoy each other’s company. For our first dinner at home, the boys tucked into a delicious feast of kebabs, and the atmosphere didn’t disappoint — laughter, chatter, and plenty of empty plates by the end!

These dinners are a great tradition, giving us the chance to slow down, connect, and celebrate life in Franconis. If this first one is anything to go by, we’re in for a year of fantastic evenings and great memories ahead. 🎉

What a fantastic start to the year here in Franconis! After a great first week back at school, the boys enjoyed their first weekend together in the boarding house, and it was full of energy, laughter, and plenty of activities.

From lively games of Uno and Jenga to cooking and baking sessions with friends, there was something for everyone. Some headed out to the basketball court and gym, while others joined a boat trip across the lake to the beautiful town of Yvoire. It was the perfect mix of fun, activity, and exploration.

It’s been great to see the boys settling back into the routine so quickly, reconnecting with old friends and welcoming new ones into the house. With the first weekend behind us, all eyes are now on our mountain weekend in Verbier next week, and the excitement is already building! 🏔️

Franconis is officially back open! After a well-deserved summer break, we’re excited to welcome our students as they begin arriving from today.

We hope everyone enjoyed their holidays and are ready for another fantastic year ahead. The house is prepped, the team is ready, and we can’t wait to see Franconis filled with energy, laughter, and new memories once again.

Here’s to a great year together — let the adventure begin! 🚀

It’s been a quiet and refreshing weekend here in Franconis, with a few fun activities sprinkled in as the boys found a good balance between rest, social time, and preparation for the final stretch of the term.

Antonio proudly represented Italy during our International Day, offering a delicious homemade cake at the Italian stand. He also managed to squeeze in a run between study sessions as he gears up for his upcoming exams.

Jeronimo and Diego joined the rest of the Houses for a lively Quiz Night on Thursday, bringing energy and enthusiasm to the competition and taking 1st place. Jeronimo also had a chance to try something new this weekend—wakeboarding—which he took on with courage and a big smile!

Today, Jeronimo and Diego made the most of the beautiful weather by taking the boat from Nyon to Yvoire, enjoying a peaceful day exploring the charming French village.

Meanwhile, Kaishu enjoyed a more relaxed pace, spending quality time with friends and eating out, soaking up the last few weekends before summer.

All in all, it was a lovely mix of calm, connection, and new experiences.

This week marked the final session of Pillar 5: Making Safe and Responsible Choices, with a focus on the second key takeaway: Respect as a tool for resolving conflict.

During our House Meeting, the Advocates Team led the way with a thoughtful video that explored how conflict is a natural part of life, especially in a shared living environment like ours. The message was clear—disagreements will happen, but how we handle them makes all the difference.

The video highlighted how respect forms the foundation for healthy, effective conflict resolution. Whether it’s listening to another point of view, staying calm during tense moments, or finding common ground, respect allows us to move through challenges and strengthen our relationships.

A great way to close out this wellbeing pillar, filled with meaningful conversations.

This week in our Wellbeing Pillar: Making Safe and Responsible Choices, the focus was on a vital skill for building positive relationships—empathy.

During our House Meeting, the Advocates Team guided the students through an engaging video that explored what empathy really means, why it can sometimes be difficult, and how it plays a key role in understanding and supporting others.

The main goal of this session was to help students reflect on how empathy grows through active listening, perspective-taking, and showing kindness in daily interactions.

The group had the chance to share their thoughts and examples of when empathy made a difference in their own friendships and community. It was a great step forward in building stronger, more understanding relationships in our boarding family.

This week’s House Dinner was a real treat as we all gathered to enjoy a delicious, homemade lasagna together. The boys loved the hearty meal, and the atmosphere in the house was full of laughter and good conversation. It’s always great to sit down as a group and share a meal like family!

After dinner, Diego and Jeronimo joined the Tuesday Fun Nights group for a relaxing walk down to the lake, where they enjoyed some well-deserved ice cream by the water. With the sun setting and the calm lake view, it was the perfect way to end the evening.

A big thank you to everyone for making it such an enjoyable night. Here’s to more fun evenings ahead! 🌅🍝🍦✨

It’s been a perfect balance of rest and activity here in Franconis House this weekend! With exams underway for some and upcoming for others, the boys have taken time to recharge while still staying active and enjoying the sunshine.

Diego got involved in our May Fitness Challenge and later joined Jeronimo for a walk and lunch in Geneva. Jeronimo has also been keeping his fitness up with running and gym sessions. 💪🏃

Antonio had a busy and fun weekend too—cooking a delicious chicken meal with Lucy, attending the Karate activity, and playing football in the garden with his sister Alessia. ⚽🍗🥋

Wenyan and Zitian enjoyed the beautiful weather with walks around Versoix, while Kaishu had a great day out exploring the BioPark! 🐾🌳

All in all, it’s been a weekend of balance, fun, and fresh air! 🌟👏

Here’s to a great week ahead! 🎉

This evening in Franconis, we officially launched Pillar 5 of our Wellbeing Program: Making Safe and Responsible Choices. The focus of this pillar is all about encouraging students to reflect on how their actions impact themselves and others, and how thoughtful decision-making plays a key role in building a respectful and supportive community.

As part of the launch, the students watched a video introduction presented by Mr Manuel, which outlined the goals of Pillar 5, introduced the student advocate team, and explained how this topic was selected. The video also gave insight into the feedback process, which involved visiting nearly all of the boarding houses to listen to student voices and shape a theme that truly resonates.

Following the video, the group took part in a discussion, reflecting on two key takeaway points for this pillar:

🔍 The difficult art of seeing the world through others’ eyes – how empathy helps us understand perspectives and avoid misunderstandings.

🗝️ Respect is the key to resolving conflict and building connection – the foundation for open, honest, and supportive relationships.

The evening set a strong tone for the weeks ahead, as we continue exploring what it means to make safe and responsible choices both within the house and beyond. A big thank you to the students for their engagement and thoughtful reflections tonight—this is what wellbeing in action looks like. 💬💡

This month, our Boarding Community is kicking off the May Fitness Challenge—a fun and energising way to get moving together as we head into the final stretch of the school year!

Each day brings a new fitness challenge, designed to boost energy, improve wellbeing, and build some friendly competition between students and houses.

The aim? Stay active, support one another, and have some fun while building healthy habits!