It was a lively evening in Franconis! We celebrated Zitian and You-How for joining the National Honor Society, with Jeronimo capturing the moment through his great photos. Loris represented the school basketball team and helped secure a strong win, and we wrapped up the night with some creative pumpkin carving for the House competition. A fun and proud evening all around!

Tonight we enjoyed our first House Dinner since returning from the break and what better way to start than with delicious lasagna!

It was a great evening of good food, laughter, and catching up around the table. A perfect way to kick off the new term together in Franconis!

After a busy and exciting first half of the term, it’s time for a well-deserved midterm break here at Franconis! The past weeks have been full of energy from Discovery Days and weekend adventures to house dinners, activities, and lots of laughter along the way.

The boys have worked hard to settle into routines, balance studies, and make the most of their time both in and out of the classroom. Now, it’s time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the holidays, whether that’s travelling home, exploring somewhere new, or simply taking it easy.

We’re proud of how well everyone has started the year and look forward to welcoming the boys back rested, recharged, and ready for another great half-term ahead.

Enjoy the break, everyone, you’ve earned it! 🌟

Each week, Jeronimo takes part in his DJ Mix activity, and it’s fantastic to see how much he enjoys it. What began as something new when he joined CDL has grown into a real passion, and his confidence behind the decks continues to shine.

It’s always a pleasure to stop by and listen, as his focus, creativity, and enjoyment really shine through. It’s wonderful to see him doing something he truly loves!

It’s been a great weekend in Franconis with the boys enjoying a nice mix of activities.

On Saturday morning, You-How and Edison went banana boating, which they really enjoyed. In the afternoon, some of the boys headed to Geneva, while others stayed back to revise for their exams. Later, Antonio went out for a run while Jeronimo and Emilano enjoyed pizza and a movie night.

Sunday was just as full. Jeronimo walked Mr Usher’s dog, Dixie, before joining the Lego Club. Loris had a basketball game where his team won comfortably. Antonio hit the gym, while Zitian, You-How and Edison went for a walk before winding down for a quiet evening.

A fun and balanced weekend.

This week at CDL, we are celebrating Respect Week as part of our RISE values. In Franconis, we took some time during our House Meeting to reflect on what respect really means to each of us.

Together, we created our own “Hands of Respect” poster, with every student adding a personal reflection — from treating people with kindness to being responsible for our words and actions. It was a great chance to share ideas, listen to one another, and see how respect shows up in our daily lives.

We then ended the evening on a sweet note by celebrating Zitian’s birthday together. A meaningful and joyful night in Franconis! 🎉🎂

Yesterday, we gathered for our Monthly Assembly, focusing on the theme of Respect and Kindness, two values at the core of life in our community. It was a great reminder of how small actions can make a big difference in the way we live and learn together.

Today, I stopped by to see Jeronimo at his DJ Mix activity after school. Music has always been a passion for him, but it was only when he arrived at CDL last year that he first tried DJ’ing and it’s clear he’s found something he truly loves. 🎧

In the evening, the whole boarding community enjoyed an International Dinner, with Belgium taking the spotlight. From Moules and Frites to sweet Belgian waffles with whipped cream and berry compote, it was a feast to remember!

After social hour, the boys pulled on their trainers for our first Wednesday night run, a new Franconis tradition on the road to one of our big House goals: running the Geneva Escalade together this December. 💪

A mix of respect, discovery, culture, and challenge.

After a busy week filled with Discovery Days, the boys were more than ready to welcome the weekend and they made the most of it!

There was a perfect balance of rest and fun: some headed out for lunch in Geneva with friends, while others enjoyed time with friends and chilled in the evening back at the house with PlayStation battles and movie nights.

On Sunday, we had our very first House competition of the year in Concha. The boys showed great spirit in all the fun games and were delighted to secure an impressive 2nd place overall! Before winding down for bed, we laced up our running shoes for a 2.5km evening run, kicking off our training for the legendary Escalade Run in Geneva later this year. Every boy in the house has committed to taking part, and it’s a challenge we’re already excited about. 🏃‍♂️

Now that both Discovery Days and the Mountain Weekend are behind us, it feels like routines are settling in, and Franconis is truly back in full swing. Here’s to another great week ahead!

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. 🎉