Secondary school

Secondary school in Lausanne – General Track (VG)

Strong foundations to progress and choose your path

Download the VG brochure
Download the VG brochure

What is the VG pathway?

Located in the heart of Lausanne, École Vinet welcomes students in the Secondary General Track (VG) from Years 9 to 11. This programme consolidates core knowledge while introducing students to the professional world. It emphasizes practical skills, teamwork, and the development of a concrete career plan. Supportive guidance, active learning methods, and high academic standards foster autonomy, self-confidence, and prepare students for thoughtful post-compulsory education choices.

All students follow the VG Level 2 curriculum. In line with the Vaud and Romandy educational plans, École Vinet’s enhanced programme ensures a solid and coherent education, opening pathways to apprenticeships, specialized training, or, depending on the student’s profile, further studies.

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Flexible pathways

Students can move from the General Track (VG) to the Pre-Gymnase Track (VP) over three years, depending on their development, abilities, and aspirations.

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Career guidance & professional experience

Explore the world of work through internships, company visits, and personalized orientation support, helping students build their own career plan.

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Individualized support

Attentive and caring guidance ensures that each student progresses at their own pace and successfully transitions to post-compulsory education.


Advantages

A rich and varied learning experience

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Core subjects

Strengthening essential knowledge in French and mathematics to prepare students confidently for the next stage of their education.

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Secondary subjects

Natural Sciences, History, Geography, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music, and Computer Workshops complement the general education programme.

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Languages

More hours in German and English to help students progress and communicate with greater confidence.

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Electives

Economics/Accounting, Office/IT Skills, Technical Drawing and Project Management. These evolving options over the three years allow students to acquire practical, useful skills in preparation for apprenticeships or vocational schools.

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Career guidance (Years 10 and 11)

Skills assessments, personalized support for finding internships, guidance with applications, and preparation for interviews help each student build their individual career plan.

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Cultural exploration and enrichment

Excursions, visits, workshops, and guest meetings enrich learning and spark students’ curiosity about the world around them.

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Teaching tailored to the needs of the VG programme

At École Vinet, the General Track combines high standards with a hands-on approach to spark curiosity and a love of learning. In Years 9 and 10, teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, project-based pedagogy, and learning through interactive activities, making lessons engaging and participatory. Core subjects (French, Mathematics, English, and German) are taught in separate classes, while secondary subjects are taught in mixed groups. Small class sizes allow for attentive, personalized guidance, helping each student build confidence and reach their full potential.

In Year 11, the programme becomes more academically focused to prepare students effectively for the end-of-school assessments. Emphasis is placed on consolidating knowledge, individualized support, and exam preparation, while also guiding students in their choices for vocational or academic pathways.

Resources for students

Individual support and learning resources for each student

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Methodological support

Assistance with work planning, development of effective study methods, and supervised homework built into the schedule, allowing students to complete part of their assignments at school.

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Digital resources

Online access to homework via the Ecole Directe app, as well as course materials, additional exercises, and answer keys through Classroom.

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Professional experience

Participation in the Swiss LIFT program, company visits, and a mandatory internship in Year 10 to explore the world of employment.

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Academic reinforcement (Grade 11)

Throughout Grade 11, students may attend additional classes in French, Mathematics, and German to strengthen their skills or prepare for Gymnase entrance exams.

Feel free to get to know the team who will be supporting your child.
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And after ?

After the programme of study: a world of opportunities

At the end of Year 11, students are awarded a Level 2 secondary school certificate in VG, opening up a wide range of opportunities:l'orientation scolaire à Lausanne peut vous aider à y voir plus clair.

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Apprenticeships

Support from the career counselor in finding and securing an apprenticeship.

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Specialized training

Assistance in preparing for entrance tests and application dossiers for vocational schools or specialized programmes.

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Gymnase – School of General Culture

Guided preparation for the cantonal Gymnase entrance exam for motivated students.

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Gymnase– Maturity track

Through the RacMatu class, students strengthen their foundations and prepare for the maturity track entrance exam.

testimony

Sharing their experiences of the VG program

Tatiana Savitcaia Gherciu

A very good school, and I am very satisfied with its capabilities.

Claude Vetterli

High-quality personalized support.

Romain Tétaz

A wonderful school with many friends.

Tatiana Savitcaia Gherciu

A very good school, and I am very satisfied with its capabilities.

Claude Vetterli

High-quality personalized support.

Romain Tétaz

A wonderful school with many friends.

Tatiana Savitcaia Gherciu

A very good school, and I am very satisfied with its capabilities.

Claude Vetterli

High-quality personalized support.

Romain Tétaz

A wonderful school with many friends.

Get in touch with our teaching team

Would you like to enroll your child in the VG program  in Lausanne?