Blog

  • Tue, 23 Jun 2026

    Surval Graduation & Prizegiving Ceremony 2026

    Surval Montreux is proud to celebrate its Prizegiving and Graduation Ceremony 2026, marking the culmination of another exceptional year of achievement, growth, and global citizenship.

  • Tue, 23 Jun 2026

    Two Generation of Survaliennes

    Nearly fifty years after her mother began her own Surval journey, Mary Alex became part of a legacy that spans generations of Survaliennes, united by shared experiences, lifelong friendships, and personal growth.

  • Mon, 22 Jun 2026

    Making Waves for Hope: The Surval Swimathon

    In support of Léman Hope, Surval girls and staff took on the challenge of the Swimathon, swimming from Vevey to Château de Chillon along the shores of Lake Geneva. Through this collective effort, they raised both funds and awareness for a cause that empowers young people in cancer remission to rebuild their confidence and embrace new challenges.

  • Mon, 22 Jun 2026

    Gala Dinner by Surval Swiss Gap

    A cherished Surval tradition, the Charity Gala Dinner is organised entirely by our Swiss Gap girls as part of their Event Management module, giving them the opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork, and organisational skills through a real-world project. Supported and coached by our Event Manager, the girls take responsibility for every aspect of the event while raising funds for Léman Hope, a charity dedicated to helping young people in cancer remission rebuild their confidence.

  • Fri, 19 Jun 2026

    From Surval to Glion: Malak’s Journey into Hospitality

    After graduating from Surval Montreux in 2025, Malak followed her passion for hospitality and was accepted to both Glion Institute of Higher Education and EHL Hospitality Business School, ultimately choosing to continue her studies at Glion. Now completing her first internship in Dubai, she reflects on how her Surval experience helped shape her confidence, ambitions, and future career path.

  • Tue, 16 Jun 2026

    Discovering Croatia: Learning Beyond the Classroom

    At Surval Montreux, learning extends far beyond the classroom, with travel experiences that encourage students to develop independence, curiosity, and a global perspective. During a recent weekend trip to Croatia, the girls had the opportunity to immerse themselves in a new culture while creating unforgettable memories with their friends and teachers.

  • Mon, 04 May 2026

    Woman of the Year - Dr Amalia Villarreal

    We are proud to celebrate Dr. Amalia Villarreal Lozano and her daughter, Amalia Lopez, two generations of Survaliennes and valued Surval Ambassadors in Mexico.

  • Wed, 29 Apr 2026

    Scandinavia Tour

    At Surval Montreux, our school trips are designed to broaden horizons, encourage independence, and bring learning to life through meaningful cultural experiences. During the Spring Holidays, the girls embarked on an unforgettable Tour of Scandinavia, discovering the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

  • Sun, 22 Mar 2026

    18 Years Later - A Transformative Year at Surval

    Emily Logothetis (Greece, 2007–2008) returned to Surval eighteen years after her transformative year overlooking Montreux and Lake Geneva — a place she still describes as life-changing.

  • Fri, 20 Mar 2026

    Lean In Girls: Celebrating the Stories and Strength of Surval Women

    Our Lean In Girls club is dedicated to empowering women and girls within the Surval community, giving students a platform to share stories of resilience, achievement, and personal growth. As part of this initiative, club members have been interviewing fellow students, teachers, and staff — beginning with Agnes (Swiss Gap, Russian), who reflects on her journey, challenges, and successes.

  • Fri, 20 Mar 2026

    Celebrating Creativity and Voice in English Class

    Our Grade 11/12 English students explored identity and belonging through a creative project inspired by The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. After designing symbolic “Rooms of Identity,” they read powerful monologues in the voice of their chosen characters. The result was a moving showcase of creativity, empathy, and confident self-expression.

  • Thu, 19 Feb 2026

    A Journey Beyond Graduation: Pooja’s Lasting Connection to Surval

    Pooja (India, 2014–2016) first joined Surval Montreux as a senior student, where she completed her final two years of secondary school and began a journey of personal and academic growth. Today, after graduating with a degree in Political Science from Lynn University and returning as a mentor, she continues to embody the confidence, global perspective, and spirit of giving back that define a Survalienne.

  • Wed, 07 Jan 2026

    Unlocking Potential: The Enduring Benefits of All-Girls High School Education

    As parents seek the best environments for their daughters to flourish in, the unique advantages of all-girls education continue to attract growing attention. From fostering confidence and leadership to encouraging academic ambition and personal growth, all-girls schools provide a powerful foundation for success in an increasingly global world.

  • Thu, 27 Nov 2025

    Celebrating our Swiss Gap Survalienne

    Montse’s words perfectly capture the essence of our Swiss Gap Programme—a distinctive pre-university adventure for young women aged 17–19. Combining language learning, cultural immersion, and personal growth, it is designed to empower young women equipping them with confidence, independence, and practical life skills they need to thrive at university and beyond.

  • Thu, 27 Nov 2025

    From Foundation Year to Swiss Gap - Meet Elizaveta

    Elizaveta’s Surval journey began in 2015, when she joined the Foundation Year with curiosity, courage, and a bright spirit. From those first steps, she embraced every challenge and opportunity, growing through her studies and graduating during Covid in 2020. Her story didn’t end there — drawn back by the friendships, the learning, and the spirit of adventure, she returned in 2021 for the Swiss Gap programme, continuing to shape her unique Surval path.

  • Thu, 27 Nov 2025

    Meet our Assistant Head Teacher - Mrs Walmsley

    Two decades of championing inclusion & neurodiversity in Switzerland.

  • Thu, 27 Nov 2025

    From Surval to Success: Charlotte’s Entrepreneurial Story

    Charlotte (2021, UK) joined Surval in 2018, spending three impactful years growing in confidence, independence, and community spirit. Active in all aspects of Surval life, she embraced every opportunity. Today, she channels that same drive into her own Security Installation Company, proudly following her father’s path while forging her own. A true Survalienne, she continues to embody courage, ambition, and self-belief.

  • Thu, 27 Nov 2025

    Faith’s Story – A Celebration of Resilience, Independence, and Hope during the Pandemic

    A Celebration of Resilience, Independence, and Hope during the Pandemic, from Foundation Year to graduation to Swiss Gap.

  • Tue, 25 Nov 2025

    Surval's Japan Cultural Discovery Tour

    After an unforgettable journey through Japan, Viviana (Grade 12, Mexico) reflects on Surval’s recent educational and cultural experience across Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. Her words capture the beauty of Japan’s contrasts — where modern innovation meets timeless tradition — and the lasting impact of discovering the world as Survaliennes.