Summer camps for kids & teens

Unforgettable summertime adventures for young students aged 8-17
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Combine language immersion and holidays

We offer summer language camps for students aged 8–17 years in the UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, Malta and United States that follow a curriculum specially designed for young learners. 

Our summer camps have one of the richest programs of all-inclusive activities and excursions on the market. Your days will be packed with fun language classes, activities and trips, but you’ll also have free time to yourself each week to go shopping, sightseeing with your new friends, or to just relax and enjoy your time at the camp.

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French Language Camps

Learn French abroad in France or Switzerland

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German Language Camps

Learn German abroad in Germany or Switzerland

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English Language Camps

Learn English abroad in the United Kingdom, Germany or Switzerland

What is a language summer camp abroad?

Language summer camps abroad are immersive educational programs that offer a unique opportunity for teens and kids to learn a new language while having fun and exploring a new location. Our camps feature a diverse range of activities, workshops, and excursions that provide students with an enriching experience while fostering language skills and cross-cultural understanding.

By exposing them to new environments, languages, and traditions, our camps promote independence, adaptability, and global awareness in an enjoyable and engaging manner. 

Explore our summer camps destinations

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United Kingdom

Embark on an unforgettable summer adventure at summer camps across the United Kingdom.

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France

Make memories to last a lifetime at a summer camp in France!

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Germany

Immerse yourself in your chosen language at our summer camps in Germany.

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Switzerland

Learn at one of stunning summer camps in Swiss locations in Switzerland.

Malta

Malta

Create lifelong memories while learning and exploring at a summer camp in Malta!

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United States

Create lifelong memories while learning and exploring at a summer camp in the United States!

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Alpadia Language Schools: Swiss quality education

 

Alpadia Language Schools by Kaplan International Languages offers language camps in French, German for students aged 8–17 years. Initially established in 1996, and now larger than ever, our mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students.

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WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE ALPADIA BY KAPLAN FOR YOUR CHILD’S LANGUAGE SUMMER PROGRAM?

Both Alpadia and Kaplan are experts in education, with a combined 105 years of experience between them. Therefore, when it comes to helping students achieve their language goals, we don’t think there’s anyone better. Not only do we offer first-rate tuition, but our English language camps in France are based in stunning destinations that will excite and thrill your children. 

What does a language summer camp include?

Our camp package includes Tuition, Accommodation, Meals, Excursions and Activites.

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Curriculum for juniors

Practice your speaking, grammar, listening, reading and writing skills and learn new vocabulary, following a curriculum specifically designed for juniors. Students can choose additional private or intensive classes to make rapid progress.

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Project-based learning

Our language courses include a special Project Language module to get students working together on their own creations, encouraging collaboration and project management. Projects include producing videos, writing comics, directing plays and more.

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Accommodation & meals

We have strict safety and security policies in our young student residences and homestays. All meals are included, and we can cater for a range of dietary needs.

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Excursions & activities

We organise a range of afternoon and evening activities, from multisports to cooking classes, as well as exciting excursions to nearby cities, museums and amusement parks, giving our students every opportunity to have fun, make new friends and develop their language skills.

Do you have any questions about about our Junior camps and programs?

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Transform your summer with the life-changing benefits of a language camp abroad

 

Attending a summer camp abroad provides students with an exciting immersive experience that helps foster global awareness, language and interpersonal skills. 

In addition to exceptional in-class tuition, students are also encouraged to practice their skills in everyday conversations, which helps them develop fluency faster. 

When they’re not taking part in dynamic lessons, they’ll get to take part in thrilling activities and excursions that will help them create memories –– and friends –– that will last a lifetime. 

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What's a typical day at the camp?

Every weekday is packed with a variety of fun activities and opportunities for practicing and improving language skills. At weekends you'll also enjoy full and half-day excursions, and there will be an afternoon excursion during the week too.

Daily camp schedule

Breakfast meal
07:00-08:00

Breakfast

Hands-on Experience
08:30-12:30

Classes (inc. Project language)

Lunch meal
12:30-13:30

Lunch

Sports field
14:00-18:00

Activities or excursions

Dinner meal
15:30-19:30

Free time & dinner

Music
20:00-22:00

Evening activities 

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22:30

Lights out

* Timetable subject to change depending on location, package choice and availability.

Activities & Excursions

All of our camps feature a standard package of daily activities and excursions that are included in the price. (*Standard Activity examples: Football, Table tennis, Swimming, Trekking, Disco party, Karaoke nights, Film evenings, and more)

For a little bit extra, get a whole lot more. Upgrade your experience with a Premium Plus activity to step up your summer camp programme.

 

Frequently asked questions about attending a summer camp abroad

Are the Alpadia by Kaplan language camps accredited? 

Our language camps in Europe are accredited by multiple institutes that support our claim that our language summer programs are great. They include: 

- Private School Register Switzerland  
- Association Vaudoise des Écoles Privées 
- FSEP, FSSP and VSP 
- British Council 
- English UK

Why should kids and teens attend a summer camp?

Kaplan’s Alpadia language camps for teens offer young people the opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime while they improve their language skills and explore a thrilling new destination at the same time. They will get to take part in fun activities they might never have done before and make new friends that they will remember forever — all while being immersed in their chosen language! 

Which languages can youths learn during a summer camp abroad? 

Students can choose to learn either French, German or English at one of summer camps in Europe and USA.

What is the cost of attending a summer camp abroad?

Our immersive language camps feature an all-inclusive package, which includes accommodation, tuition, and a great social program for one price — so this helps with hidden costs. Students will have to provide their own transport, but this cost will depend on where they are travelling from. Since each of our summer camps is priced differently, we recommend speaking to one of our advisors to find out more. 

What is the recommended duration of a summer language camp abroad?

Each summer camp lasts for a certain amount of time during summer, but students only need to sign up for a minimum of one week. The longer they stay, the more their skills will improve.