L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific,
School of Jewelry Arts
Welcome to L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts
supported by Van Cleef & Arpels
Check out Dec to Jan schedule and book your next jewelry course!
We are postponing "Discover the Diamond: Art & Science" Film Screening & Sharing originally scheduled for 14th December. Thank you for your understanding.
Latest News
Discover the Diamond: Art & Science
L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, is delighted to unveil "Discover the Diamond: Art & Science", a comprehensive range of program in Hong Kong to explore the diamond journey from rough stone to brilliant elegance. The newly curated series of activities will feature showcases, talks, courses and a variety of cultural moments centered around the theme of diamonds. “Discover the Diamond: Art & Science,” is scheduled to take place at the L’ÉCOLE Hong Kong campus in K11 MUSEA from November 22nd, 2025, to April 30th, 2026.
Diamond Presentation: Art, History and Evolution
L’ÉCOLE invites visitors to rediscover this iconic mineral. From rough stones to brilliant cuts, this exploration traces the many journeys of diamonds from East to West, offering an immersive experience within the dazzling gemstone and showcasing the two sets of famous diamond replicas: the Tavernier set and the Lesotho Legend.
The Tavernier set reveals the Mughal cuts, of the 17th century, which have long since been forgotten, while Lesotho Legend utilizes modern diamond cutting technology.
Guided Tours will be provided starting from November 23rd. Join us to discover this unforgettable diamond journey at L’ÉCOLE!
The Lesotho Legend: from a Rough Diamond to a High Jewelry Collection
In honor of the diamond’s significance, a new course titled “The Lesotho Legend: from a Rough Diamond to a High Jewelry Collection” is newly launched in the Asia Pacific Campus. In this course, you will travel through Lesotho to explore the origin, formation, and extraction of this extraordinary gem. Along the way, you will observe replicas of the diamond as you will make a stop in Antwerp to explore the cutting process, from the study of the rough stone to the final polishing.
FEATURED COURSES
L’ÉCOLE, SCHOOL OF JEWELRY ARTS, FROM PARIS TO HONG KONG
L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, was established in 2012 in Place Vendôme, Paris, with the support of High Jewelry Maison Van Cleef & Arpels and opened its second permanent location in K11 MUSEA, Hong Kong in November 2019. It is the first school in the world to invite everyone from the general public to connoisseurs to explore the world of jewelry arts. In addition to providing courses throughout the year at the permanent Paris, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Dubai locations, L’ÉCOLE has expanded its educational programs worldwide with traveling editions featuring special courses, talks, publications, and exhibitions in cities such as Tokyo, New York, and Lyon. L’ÉCOLE carries several research projects and partnerships with museums and academic institutions, including Musée des Arts Décoratifs (Paris), The Comédie-Française Museum (Paris), École des MINES ParisTech (Paris), Liang Yi Museum (Hong Kong) and also Hong Kong Design Institute (Hong Kong). It also offers online educational videos, talks, and a library specializing in jewelry arts.
EXPLORE
L’ÉCOLE’s Books
In line with its research projects and its mission to spread the culture of jewelry arts with a large audience, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts regularly publishes books, in partnership with museums and publishing houses, which are now available for sale at L’ÉCOLE Bookstore.
Bespoke Events
L’ÉCOLE offers customized events for companies and individuals
QUALITY
L’ÉCOLE set up, 5 years after its foundation, a Scientific Council to oversee the consistency of its educational policy and the relevance of its teaching materials.
PASSION
All our teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skills in transmitting their knowledge.
GENEROSITY
Skills are presented with ease in an enjoyable way, hands-on experience and dialogue. Classes are for everyone with no pre-requisites.
EXCLUSIVITY
Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with experts of the jewelry's world.
INITIATION COURSES
On an “à la carte” basis, introductory courses are offered to all those who want to learn and become enlightened amateurs