The Hochalpines Institut Ftan (HIF) is an international boarding school with a strong local identity, providing excellence in education for over 230 years. Our school is attended by students from the Lower Engadine region, as well as Switzerland and around the world. It is located in a stunning alpine setting above the village of Ftan in the Romansh-speaking area of Lower Engadine. The region is situated in the southern part of Switzerland, bordering Italy and Austria. The local community includes the small village of Ftan with 500 residents, the nearby village of Scuol with 2500 residents, and other surrounding villages.
In our over 230-year history, we have consistently evolved. From our humble beginnings with 18 students from Engadine to the era as a girls-only school in the 20th century, to the establishment of one of Switzerland's first winter sports schools and our current affiliation with the global education family of Education in Motion (EiM).
Over the centuries, our educational institution has steadily grown and now, more than ever, forms a community characterized by a diversity of personalities and nationalities, a strong sense of community, and mutual respect for the individuality of all learners.
A central focus in our teaching is the promotion of values such as respect, responsibility, and kindness. These values are not mere slogans but shape our entire school climate and our approach to education. At HIF, we view education as a journey where global horizons meet local traditions, helping our students discover and develop their individual talents to contribute to a sustainable society.
