1 Week
From 565 CHF
The standard course is one of our most popular courses. The main objective of the course is for you to enjoy learning the language and the culture of the country while meeting new people. Classes are held in the morning or afternoon, leaving you the rest of the day for activities, excursions, socialising or relaxation.
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Located within the French speaking region of Switzerland, Montreux is the pearl of the Swiss Riviera. Welcoming visitors from throughout the whole world has become a way of life for this charming place, which is home to just over 20,000 inhabitants.
The SchoolThe school in Montreux was opened in 2003. It welcomes 1000 students each year. Location: The school is located on the city's main street in one of Switzerland's most famous tourist spots, on the banks of Lake Geneva near the beautiful lakeside promenade. Facilities: The school offers bright and comfortable classrooms, some of them with a stunning view of the lake and the Alps, a shady terrace, a cafeteria as well as modern equipment and materials. Students: The school welcomes students of all ages from 16 years old to students in their 80ies. The average age is 22. The majority of the students come from Switzerland (German and Italian speakers), the remaining from Germany, Britain, US, Russia, Spain, Brazil and Canada. Bank Holidays: There are no lessons on French national holidays. Missed lessons are neither rescheduled nor refunded (except private lessons). The school has the following affiliations or memberships: Souffle, FIYTO, ALTO, CSN, Bildungsurlaub, AVDEP, FSEP, Swiss Tourism Quality Mark LessonsThe French lessons take place from 8.30am to 12 Monday to Friday. They are organised by levels (beginners to advanced) and comprise a maximum of ten students. The lessons integrate the four main language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. First day: Students need to be at the school at 8am on the first morning. You will have a short introduction to the school as well as a tour of the school. You may then be asked to take a short oral examination (the written test has to be completed prior to arrival). Lessons begin in the morning. ActivitiesEvery week the school suggests a number of activities “coached” by the staff in which you may participate on a pay as you go basis. There is also a lot of information available if you wish to organize your leisure activities yourself. Activities in Montreux include mountain climbing, mountain biking, sailing, waterskiing, tennis, kart racing, bowling, paragliding, pleasure trips on the lake in one of the old style paddleboats, wine tasting, ski weekends, fishing, horse riding and many more. AccommodationThe course can be booked with or without accommodation. The following types of accommodation are available: Host family, student apartment, hostel or hotel. Please ask us for more detailed information. |
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Practical Information |
| Programme: | 20 French lessons of 45 minutes per week |
| Levels: | All (specific dates for beginners) |
| Age: | 16 + |
| Group Size: | 8 to 10 |
| Duration: | One week min |
| Material/Equipment: | Provided |
| Internet Access: | Yes (wireless for laptops) |
| Airport Transfer: | The school offers a transfer service from Geneva airport (an hour away): CHF 170 (single). Alternatively we recommend taking the train from Geneva. |
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