FIRST SKI WEEKEND!❄️

This weekend, we had the pleasure of enjoying our first Ski Weekend of the year in the stunning Crans-Montana resort. With sunny skies and perfect weather, our students had the opportunity to hit the slopes for skiing and snowboarding. For those who preferred other activities, there was ice skating, multi-sports, thrilling sledding runs, and even bowling. Evenings at the hotel were just as exciting, with board games and a lively bingo session that brought us all together.

What truly makes these experiences special is the incredible sense of community that defines boarding school life. Spending these days off-campus allowed us to strengthen our bonds, create unforgettable memories, and share moments as one big family. It was a fantastic weekend, leaving us all eager for more adventures ahead!

Villa du Lac team <3

NEW YEAR, NEW SEMESTER!!

Welcome back to a new semester!

We hope the holidays were a chance to recharge and enjoy special moments with your loved ones. Now it’s time to look ahead and start the year with enthusiasm.

The new year bring with many interesting traditions from different countries. In Spain and in Mexico, 12 grapes are eaten in sync with the midnight chimes to bring good luck. In Russia, it’s common to write resolutions on paper, burn it, and mix the ashes into a glass of champagne. In Brazil, wearing white symbolizes peace, and jumping over seven waves on the beach is believed to bring good wishes. In Italy, fireworks light up the night as a symbol of celebration. Soon, we will celebrate the Chinese New Year, a special occasion to learn more about this rich and meaningful tradition.

And this weekend, we are kicking off with Ski Weekend! It’s a perfect way to start the second semester with energy and togetherness.

Villa du Lac Team <3

Merry Christmas 🎄❤️

The first semester has come to an end, and we can’t help but feel a mix of emotions.

It’s been a time full of incredible moments and adventures that will stay in our memories forever. We kicked it off with the Mountain Weekend, an adventure that helped us get to know each other better and set the tone for so many amazing experiences. Honestly, we haven’t stopped! If we weren’t enjoying weekend activities, we were off on exciting trips to places like Disneyland Paris, Europa Park, or Lucerne. Sharing all of this with you has been absolutely wonderful.

And it wasn’t just the big moments—our day-to-day life together has been just as special: every Wednesday’s International Dinner, our House Meetings, the chats and laughs in the office…

The most beautiful part of these months has been creating such a special environment, where people from all over the world have come together to form a little family. From the bottom of our hearts, we wish you a wonderful Christmas with your families.

Sending you a big hug…

See you………………. next year! 🤭🩷

VDL team <3

Secret Santa in VDL 🎅💖

Yesterday was an evening full of emotions at VDL house. We celebrated our traditional Secret Santa, a magical moment filled with laughter, hugs, and secret gifts that brought us even closer together. The girls put so much effort into choosing the perfect details for their friends, and the result was simply delightful. During the gift exchange, we enjoyed delicious homemade hot chocolate with whipped cream. 🎁✨

It was also a bittersweet evening, as we had to say goodbye to some of our companions who won’t be returning after Christmas. Ana Teresa, Sophia, and Triana, we will miss you so much. You will always be part of the VDL family, and we wish you all the best on your new journeys. 💌

Although we are all excited to return home and celebrate with our families, we know we will also miss our beloved VDL and the unique moments we have shared here.

VDL team <3

Boarders of the week

Well done to our 3 boarders of the week Katia, Masha & Yeva.

Katia did a great performance this week in a music recital where she played guitar and sang as part of a group.Masha and Yeva volunteered for the WATU charity concert and helped out on the night. Well done to all three girls on getting enthusiastically involved in school and activities and helping out with charity events.


 

Winter Ball 2024 🎄 ❄️ 🪩

This years winter ball was a huge success and everyone had a ball!  From the elegant attire to the incredible music and speeches, the evening was filled with unforgettable moments that brought our school community together in the most magical way.

As the evening unfolded, the atmosphere was alive with excitement and anticipation. Students arrived in their finest outfits, with beautiful dresses and sharp suits adding that extra sparkle to the already glittering event.

The night kicked off with a delicious dinner that got everyone talking. Following the meal, we were treated to inspiring speeches from Mr. Usher and our Head Boys and Girls. Their heartfelt words reflected the hard work and dedication that makes our school community so special, and their messages truly resonated with everyone in the room.

But the highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the dance floor! The students danced the night away and enjoyed entertainment provided by our talented student DJs, who kept the energy high and the tunes pumping all night long. The dance floor was filled with laughter, cheers, and, of course, some impressive dance moves.

This years winter ball was one to remember and it is safe to say that everyone had an amazing time.  A huge thank you to all the students, staff, and volunteers who helped make this event a huge success.









Boarders of the week

Well done Sedef and Yoli for receiving boarder of the week!!

Both girls had their art work displayed in an exhibition at Webster art gallery last week. A lot of time, effort and creativity went into creating their pieces. This is an amazing achievement an exciting experience for both girls as artists and students. Well done! 🙂

House Activity – personalised mug painting 👩‍🎨🍵

Today saw the Villa du Lac family coming together for our House Activity and the creative talent on display was really quite something!

Every member of the House, students and staff alike, chose a mug and decorated it in whatever style they liked. From favourite cartoon characters to beloved pets, favourite quotes to important dates, and an array of designs worthy of a home decorating store, the girls put their personal stamp on their mugs before we transferred them to the ovens to set the paints.

It was a lovely way to spend an evening together and we feel truly blessed to be able to share moments like this together 💕