Learning Support

At LAS, we value the needs of all learners in an inclusive environment that supports every individual.


LAS recognizes that all students have different strengths, interests, and learning profiles. Our classroom teachers design lessons to engage every student and employ instructional strategies such as scaffolded learning, choice based assignments, and differentiated instruction to help all students reach their full academic potential.

In order to ensure that students are meeting and surpassing academic expectations, LAS offers a number of services such as supervised study hall, office hours, math support sessions, as well as additional fee-based tutoring as needed.

Learning Support Pathways


LAS also understands that some students have specific learning differences and may require additional support. For these students, our Fundamental and Moderate Support Pathways are available to provide additional resources to help them make meaningful academic progress, achieve their individual goals, and take ownership of their learning.  These pathways best serve students with documented learning differences, or those students who are identified as benefiting from the additional support through the admissions process or through our referral process after they join us on campus.

Any student who receives Learning Support services in our Fundamental or Moderate Pathway receives a developmentally appropriate Individual Learning Plan (ILP) that details the appropriate accommodations necessary for their academic success so that they can best access curriculum and assessment.  

Fundamental Pathway

 

The Fundamental Pathway supports students within their LAS classes and includes:

  • Development and review of ILP and accommodations
  • Direct communication with parents providing feedback and support as needed
  • Test proctoring coordination as required by the ILP
  • Coordination of accommodations with outside testing agencies 
  • Targeted planning and consultation with classroom teachers
  • Meetings with the Learning Support specialist on a scheduled basis 
  • Coordination with university advising (for students in grades 11 and 12)

The fee for the Fundamental Pathway is CHF 3,000.

Moderate Pathway

 

The Moderate Pathway supports students both within their LAS classes and through a small group class with a focus on executive functioning and study skills.  The pathway includes:

  • Development and review of ILP and accommodations
  • Direct communication with parents providing feedback and support on a scheduled basis
  • Test proctoring coordination as required by the ILP
  • Coordination of accommodations with outside testing agencies
  • Targeted planning and consultation with classroom teachers
  • Coordination with university advising (for students in grades 11 and 12)
  • A small group class focused on executive functioning and study skills that meets three times per week (see below for the skills covered in the class)

The fee for the Moderate Pathway is CHF 12,000.