French Language Camps

We offer action-packed French language camps for juniors aged 8–17

Learn French in a summer camp in France or Switzerland

Our French summer camps offer teens and kids the chance to improve their language skills while having the time of their lives in stunning destinations across France or Switzerland. In addition to learning French in engaging classes, your children will also take part in an exciting social program that includes excursions to nearby landmarks, sports, and creative activities.

French camps in France

Discover why French is the language of love, fashion, food, arts and politics. Enjoy a summer of adventures to boost your French skills.

Camp locations

Biarritz (13-17)

Nice (12-17)

Paris-Passy (13-17)

Paris-Igny (13-17)

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French camps in Switzerland

Everybody loves Switzerland. Its modern culture and stunning landscapes mean that there’s all types of outdoor activities to enjoy. Take part in our thrilling social program while you learn French at our language camp!

Camp locations

Montreux-Riviera (13-17)

Leysin (8-17)

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Why you should choose Alpadia by Kaplan for your child’s French language camp?

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 French language camps are based in stunning destinations that will excite and thrill your children.

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

There are many fantastic benefits to learning French at our summer camps in France and Switzerland.

Not only will your children get to improve their language skills in a safe and nurturing environment, but they will also get to explore an exciting new destination.

They’ll spend their days taking part in fun activities, discos, sports, hikes, and thrilling excursions, all while making new friends.

Our summer camps are truly the adventure of a lifetime.

Combine French immersion and holidays

Alpadia by Kaplan offers a unique blend of language immersion with exciting activities and excursions so that your children feel as though they are on holiday while they study! By immersing them in the French language, they will get to practice their new skills outside of class, which will help develop their understanding much quicker. Whether they’re practicing their grammar in class, or ordering an ice cream with friends, it’s all an opportunity to learn!

What does include our French summer camps?

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.

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.

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions about attending a French summer camp abroad

Are Alpadia by Kaplan French summer camps accredited?

Our French summer camps for teens are accredited by multiple institutes that support our claim that our language summer programs are great. They include:

-Registre Des Écoles Privées Suisse

-Association Vaudoise des Écoles Privées

-FSEP, FSSP and VSP

Why should kids and teens learn French in a summer camp?

Kaplan’s Alpadia French summer camps offer young people the opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime while they improve their French 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 (hiking in the Alps anyone?) and make new friends that they will remember forever.

What is the best age for attending a French summer camp abroad?

Our French summer camps abroad are perfect for kids and teens. Some of our summer camps accept students from the age of 8 to 17. However, most camps have a minimum age of 13, so it’s important that you research each camp thoroughly.

What is the cost of attending a French summer camp?

Alpadia’s French summer camps feature an all-inclusive package, which includes accommodation, tuition, and a great social program in 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 French language camp?

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.