[[Switzerland]] | [[46.3613502,6.393247]] | [[Aga Khan IV]] | [[Albert II of Belgium]] | [[King Badouin I of Belgium]] | [[King Fuad II]] | [[King Ntare V of Burundi]] | [[Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi]] | [[Prince Rainier III of Monaco]] | [[Princess Ashi Euphelma Choden Wangchuck]] | [[Prince Dasho Ugyen Jigme Wangchuck]] | [[Guillaume V Grand Duke of Luxembourg]] | [[Princess Fawzia-Latifa]] | [[Marie-Chantal]] | [[Pia Getty]] | [[Alexandra von Furstenberg]] | [[Sean Lennon]] | [[Randal Plunkett]] | [[Tatiana Santo Domingo Rechulski]] | [[Richard Helms]] | [[Julian Casasblancas]] | [[Albert Hammond Jr]] | [[Tracee Ellis Ross]] | [[Alexander, Prince of Yugoslavia]] | [[Prince Edward, Duke of Kent]] | [[Winthrop Paul Rockefeller]] | [[John Casasblancas]] | [[Isabel Getty]] | [[Adnan Khashoggi]] | [[Warner LeRoy]] | [[Ali Reza Pahlavi I]] | [[19th Century]] | [[Henri-Paul Carnal]] | [[Lucien Brunel]] | [[Louis Johannot]] | [[Helen Schaub]] | [[Philippe Gudin de la Sablonniere]] | [[Anne Gudin de la Sablonniere]] | [[Geneva]] | [[Paul-Emile Carnal]] ### Foundation and Early Years **Founded in 1880** by **William HMS de Fiennes**, Le Rosey was initially established as a school for boys. The school’s early mission was to provide a **well-rounded education** that balanced academics with leisure activities, including sports and arts. The first campus was located in a villa in the **Haut-Lac region**, which quickly became known for its **scenic beauty** and conducive learning environment. ### Growth and Prestige As the school gained prominence, it began attracting students from European aristocracy and wealthy families, earning its reputation as the “**School of Kings**.” The school has hosted numerous prominent figures, including royalty, politicians, and members of high society. Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, Le Rosey expanded its curriculum and facilities, adapting to the educational needs of an increasingly global clientele. ### Educational Evolution Throughout the years, Le Rosey has evolved to offer a **bilingual education** in French and English, reflecting changes in global communication and trade. The school introduced the **International Baccalaureate (IB)** program in the 1980s, aligning with modern educational standards and providing students with a pathway to universities worldwide. ### The Winter Campus in Gstaad In the 1940s, Le Rosey expanded to include a winter campus in **Gstaad**, a popular ski resort. This added dimension allows students to engage in skiing and other winter sports while enjoying a unique and luxurious environment, further solidifying the school's commitment to providing experiential learning. --- Philippe and Anne Gudin de la Sablonnière Château du Rosey, a medieval castle located on the main campus of Le Rosey in Rolle, has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. This impressive castle serves as the school’s central reception area. In 1880, the founder of Le Rosey, Paul-Emile Carnal, who deeply appreciated nature, history, and the countryside, personally selected this picturesque site for the school’s campus. The campus in Rolle is beautifully situated next to the renowned Lake Geneva. In 1911, Paul-Emile Carnal’s son, Henri-Paul Carnal, took ownership of Le Rosey. Seeking respite from the heavy fog that often enveloped Lake Geneva during winter, the school began visiting Gstaad in the German-speaking canton of Berne in 1917. In 1931, Lucien Brunel, a former member of the International Red Cross and director of the Grand-Lancy Castle school, became headmaster at Le Rosey, a position he held until 1949. Then, in 1947, the third generation of directors, Louis Johannot and Helen Schaub, assumed the school’s leadership. Under their guidance, Le Rosey made a historic shift by admitting girls for the first time in 1967 and establishing a separate girls’ campus. In 1980, the school entered its fourth generation of ownership with Philippe and Anne Gudin de la Sablonnière as the Directors of Le Rosey. Louis Johannot, in a notable interview with Life Magazine in 1965, once remarked, “The only reason I always try to meet and know the parents better is because it helps me to forgive their children.” Before implementing the 10% quota rule, which limited the number of students from any one country to 10% of the student body, Le Rosey boasted a diverse student population with various nationalities. In different decades, most students come from different parts of the world, including the United States, Italy, Greece, Arab countries, Iran, Japan, Korea, and Russia. Notably, during the 1990s, the school gained attention as it enrolled many children of Russian oligarchs, who made up a significant portion of the student body. This led to some disputes and controversies, with claims that these Russian students were involved in incidents that affected their peers, resulting in the withdrawal of at least one non-Russian student. In 2014, Le Rosey inaugurated the Paul & Henri Carnal Hall, an arts and learning centre that serves the school and the La Côte region. This facility represents Le Rosey’s ongoing commitment to providing a well-rounded education and a nurturing environment for its students. The school is well-positioned as one of the most elite international schools.