This weekend, Franconis was full of excitement as the boys prepared for and enjoyed the Winter Ball. It was great to see everyone looking so smart and enjoying the buzz leading up to the evening.

The ball itself was a fantastic event full of music, laughter, and memorable moments shared with friends.

After the celebrations, the weekend also allowed time to relax, recharge, and reflect on a special evening together. A lovely balance of celebration and downtime, and a reminder of the strong sense of community within boarding.

A wonderful Winter Ball weekend and another great memory made as a house. ✨

Tonight in Franconis, we marked La Nuit de l’Escalade with the classic Geneva tradition of breaking the marmite. Together we gathered, counted down, and smashed the chocolate pot — a fun and symbolic moment the boys always enjoy.

Inside were the sweets, but more importantly, the reminder of the phrase we say each year: “Ainsi périrent les ennemis de la République!”

It was a great way to come together as a house, share some laughs, and take part in one of Geneva’s most beloved traditions. A simple but special moment to end the evening.

Tonight we enjoyed another great Franconis House Dinner, this time with a delicious Nasi Goreng menu. It was a relaxed and enjoyable evening, giving everyone a chance to sit together, chat, and unwind.

It was a wonderful night for Franconis at the CDL Boarding Awards Ceremony, with several of our boys being recognised for their dedication, attitude, and contribution to the community.

Jeronimo – Boarding Life Award
Recognising his positive presence in the boarding community, his kindness, reliability, and the energy he brings to daily house life.

Loris – Activities Award
Celebrating his enthusiasm and commitment to sports and extracurricular activities always represents Franconis with great spirit.

You-How – Academic Award (Grade 12)
Acknowledging his strong work ethic, consistency, and impressive academic focus throughout the term.

Antonio – Academic Award (IB2)
Recognising his dedication to his studies, balanced approach, and continued effort in the demanding IB programme.

We are truly proud of each of them. Their achievements reflect not only individual excellence but also the supportive and positive environment we continue to build in Franconis.

A big congratulations to all.

It’s been a busy and varied weekend in Franconis, with the boys making the most of their time in lots of different ways.

We started on Friday evening with a relaxed night in, settling down together to watch the new season of Stranger Things, a great way to unwind at the end of the week.

Saturday was action-packed. Loris headed out climbing before joining his basketball teammates for a scrimmage. You-How and Ziwei took part in community service, helping bring down the Christmas decorations in preparation for the tree at the entrance of the dining hall — a lovely way to support the wider school community.

On Sunday, Antonio went out for a 5km run with Lucy after a particularly busy week. Loris spent more time at Olympus shooting hoops, while You-How got his hands dirty with some gardening after brunch. Later in the afternoon, Ziwei and You-How worked together to fix and adjust their school bikes, learning some practical new skills along the way. Jeronimo returned in great spirits after a wonderful weekend visiting the University of Leeds.

In the evening, we came together as a house to discuss Wellbeing Pillar 1: Body Image, encouraging reflection and open conversation. As this is also Excellence Week at CDL, we finished the night by recognising each boy’s individual areas of excellence and achievements — a positive and affirming way to close the weekend.

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!