Preparing Global Citizens

NJC’s Mission, Vision and Values

At Neuchâtel Junior College, our mission, vision, and values guide every aspect of the student experience. They shape how we teach, how we support our students, and how we prepare young people to become confident, compassionate global citizens. From the classroom to life with Swiss pension families, these principles are reflected in everything we do.

MISSION

Our mission defines why NJC exists and the impact we strive to have on every student.

We transform curious minds into global citizens through life-changing experiential grade 12 and gap year studies, preparing students for University and for life.

VISION

Our vision reflects the future we are working to create for our students and our community.

To ignite lifelong learning, purpose, friendships and adventure through an extraordinary educational experience in Europe.

VALUES

Our values shape how we learn, lead, support one another, and engage with the world every day.

We will achieve our goals and create an exciting, supportive environment where everyone can discover their best self by living these core values:

STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE

Aim high.
Put in effort and dedication to achieve goals.

BE CURIOUS

Discover more about yourself, the people you encounter, and the world around you.

RESPECT

Respect, as our foundational daily mindset, means we treat all people well and are genuinely open to different views, different paths and different choices.

RESPONSIBILITY

Be accountable for your words, actions and choices.
Be compassionate about mistakes.

TAKE RISKS

Be open to new things and new opportunities.
Embrace the word “Try” and learn from failure.

BE ENGAGED

Big or small, local or global, contribute to make a difference.

INTEGRITY

Have courage to do the right thing. Always.

Our mission, vision, and values come to life through every student’s experience at Neuchâtel Junior College. We invite you to discover what makes our community unlike any other.