LSI - Language Studies InternationalZurich, Switzerland
- Only school in Zurich offering host family accommodation.
- Great location just a few minutes’ walk from both Lake Zurich and the picturesque historic centre.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (4.2/5.0)
Location: The school is located across the River Limmat from the city centre. It is a few streets back from the edge of Lake Zurichsee. The school is in a built up part of the capital city, surrounded by shops and restaurants.
Getting around: LSI in Zurich is around 25 minutes by foot from the centre of the city. A short walk from the school is the transit station called Kreuzplatz. From here students have the choice to take a tram, city train or bus to navigate the city. There is a closer, smaller transportation station with both a tram line and regular bus routes.
Main city features: Zurich has many sights to see, and LSI is in a good location to visit all of them. The Kunsthaus Zürich and Grossmünster are on the same side of the river to the school and easily accessible by foot. Fraumünster Church and Zurich’s main street, Bahnhofstrasse are on the other side of the school. These are still close enough to walk to, or alternatively public transportation links reach both in around ten minutes.
Course structure: The school teaches general German courses in groups, private classes or as a combination of the two. LSI also teaches exam preparation courses for those wanting to take the Goethe-Zertifikat.
School facilities: In the school building, students have access to a TV room, student lounge, coffee machine, computers and microwave. There is wifi throughout the school.
Social activities: During the summer months, from June to September, LSI provides students with one weekly activity that all students from all levels can join. This ranges from volleyball, open air cinema to a bar tour. There is one monthly activity from October through to May.
Chain school: As a group, Language Studies International (LSI) has schools located in 7 countries throughout the world. These countries include France, the USA, England, New Zealand, Switzerland and Canada.
For over 55 years, LSI has been supplying tuition to adults, juniors and teachers. Their schools are accredited internationally by such accreditors as EAQUALS, Accet, the British Council, English New Zealand, Languages Canada, and more.
- The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in Zurich, Switzerland in 1954.
- Legal name / parent company: LSI Switzerland LTD
- Tax registration ID: 2610100016262
- Abbreviated name of school: LSI Zurich
German Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 660 627 | 1320 1254 | 1980 1881 | 2480 2356 | 3720 3534 | 4960 4712 | 6200 5890 | 9600 9120 | 13200 12540 | 19800 18810 | 550 523 |
It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. In addition during lessons 5–6, there are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. In addition during lessons 5–6, there are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
05 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 1840 1748 | 2760 2622 | 3680 3496 | 4600 4370 | 7040 6688 | 9360 8892 | 14040 13338 | 390 371 |
During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.
During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.
08 Jan 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 06 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 04 Nov 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1600 1520 | 3200 3040 | 4800 4560 | 6240 5928 | 9360 8892 | 12480 11856 | 15600 14820 | 24640 23408 | 35760 33972 | 53640 50958 | 1490 1416 |
Combine the Standard course and 10 private lessons to revise what you learned in the group sessions or to improve those areas of your choice.
The combination of group and one-to-one learning is ideal when you want extra help with general skills or more specialised topics. The teachers work with you to develop your study plan.
05 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1050 998 | 2100 1995 | 3150 2993 | 4040 3838 | 6060 5757 | 8080 7676 | 10100 9595 | 15840 15048 | 22560 21432 | 33840 32148 | 940 893 |
Combine the Standard course and 5 private lessons to revise what you learned in the group sessions or to improve those areas of your choice.
The combination of group and one-to-one learning is ideal when you want extra help with general skills or more specialised topics. The teachers work with you to develop your study plan.
05 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1760 1672 | 3520 3344 | 5280 5016 | 6880 6536 | 10320 9804 | 13760 13072 | 17200 16340 | 27200 25840 | 39600 37620 | 59400 56430 | 1650 1568 |
Combine the Intensive course and 10 private lessons to revise what you learned in the group sessions or to improve those areas of your choice.
The combination of group and one-to-one learning is ideal when you want extra help with general skills or more specialised topics. The teachers work with you to develop your study plan.
05 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1210 1150 | 2420 2299 | 3630 3449 | 4680 4446 | 7020 6669 | 9360 8892 | 11700 11115 | 18400 17480 | 26400 25080 | 39600 37620 | 1100 1045 |
Combine the Intensive course and 5 private lessons to revise what you learned in the group sessions or to improve those areas of your choice.
The combination of group and one-to-one learning is ideal when you want extra help with general skills or more specialised topics. The teachers work with you to develop your study plan.
05 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 855 813 | 1710 1625 | 2565 2437 | 3260 3097 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This programme is addressed to mature students. It includes English classes in the mornings (General 20 in mixed age classes) and 3 social activities per week specially thought to meet the students' interests.
Example activities include: museums and art galleries, brewery and winery visits, countryside excursions, local crafts, boat trips, theatre visits, botanical gardens.
What is included in the programme:
- General 20 in mixed age classes
- Afternoon activities which suit the more mature students interests: 3 per week
Example activities include: museums and art galleries, brewery and winery visits, countryside excursions, local crafts, boat trips, theatre visits, botanical gardens.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 960 912 | 1200 1140 | 1440 1368 | 1680 1596 | 1920 1824 | 2160 2052 | 2400 2280 | 2640 2508 |
This course is suitable for students who wish to improve their fluency, vocabulary and pronunciation.
For those who are short of time or may be working, this course gives you the perfect opportunity to brush up on your conversation skills, Business English or prepare for a range of examinations.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 9020 8569 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course starts on Saturday and comprises of 82 lessons over 9 consecutive days. The course also includes lunch with your teacher.
For people with special aims which must be met in a short space of time. Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentations and meetings in a foreign language. The course includes lunch with your teacher, giving you the opportunity to work on your social language – also vital in a business situation.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 10120 9614 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course starts on Saturday and comprises of 92 lessons over 9 consecutive days. The course also includes lunch with your teacher.
For people with special aims which must be met in a short space of time. Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentations and meetings in a foreign language. The course includes lunch with your teacher, giving you the opportunity to work on your social language – also vital in a business situation.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1100 1045 | 2200 2090 | 3300 3135 | 4400 4180 | 5500 5225 | 6600 6270 | 7700 7315 | 8800 8360 | 11000 10450 | 13200 12540 | 1100 1045 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 2200 2090 | 4400 4180 | 6600 6270 | 8800 8360 | 11000 10450 | 13200 12540 | 15400 14630 | 17600 16720 | 22000 20900 | 26400 25080 | 2200 2090 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 3300 3135 | 6600 6270 | 9900 9405 | 13200 12540 | 16500 15675 | 19800 18810 | 23100 21945 | 26400 25080 | 33000 31350 | 39600 37620 | 3300 3135 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 4400 4180 | 8800 8360 | 13200 12540 | 17600 16720 | 22000 20900 | 26400 25080 | 30800 29260 | 35200 33440 | 44000 41800 | 52800 50160 | 4400 4180 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 19:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 550 523 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | 3850 3658 | 4400 4180 | 5500 5225 | 6600 6270 | 550 523 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 5500 5225 | 11000 10450 | 16500 15675 | 22000 20900 | 27500 26125 | 33000 31350 | 38500 36575 | 44000 41800 | 55000 52250 | 66000 62700 | 5500 5225 |
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is designed for your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option if you have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 20:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7200 6840 |
The Goethe - Zertifikat B1 (Zertifikat Deutsch) is awarded to students who demonstrate a solid grasp of day-to-day German and are able to overcome the difficulties presented by daily communication in the German language. Zertifikat Deutsch is the German intermediate level examination that tests your basic knowledge of grammatical structures and your ability to communicate in all 4 skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
For enrolment at a German university or a Polytechnic, or as proof of proficiency in German for professional reasons, this well-known certificate is accepted almost universally. The course carefully prepares you for the examination and improves all areas of your German. The entry requirement for the course is school level German.
The Goethe - Zertifikat B1 (Zertifikat Deutsch) is awarded to students who demonstrate a solid grasp of day-to-day German and are able to overcome the difficulties presented by daily communication in the German language. Zertifikat Deutsch is the German intermediate level examination that tests your basic knowledge of grammatical structures and your ability to communicate in all 4 skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
For enrolment at a German university or a Polytechnic, or as proof of proficiency in German for professional reasons, this well-known certificate is accepted almost universally. The course carefully prepares you for the examination and improves all areas of your German. The entry requirement for the course is school level German.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in CHF | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10120 9614 |
The Goethe Zertifikat (GZ) is the first advanced level examination in German. Passing this examination shows you have a very good understanding of the German language and are able to tackle standard German as well as a variety of dialects. Your written skills are as good as your spoken skills, which is why many universities and vocational colleges set this examination as an official entrance requirement.
The GZ tests the candidate's ability to use German in a wide variety of work and social situations. The preparation course will give you a broad knowledge of the language, and help you develop the specific exam techniques required.
The Goethe Zertifikat (GZ) is the first advanced level examination in German. Passing this examination shows you have a very good understanding of the German language and are able to tackle standard German as well as a variety of dialects. Your written skills are as good as your spoken skills, which is why many universities and vocational colleges set this examination as an official entrance requirement.
The GZ tests the candidate's ability to use German in a wide variety of work and social situations. The preparation course will give you a broad knowledge of the language, and help you develop the specific exam techniques required.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:30
Information for all courses offered by LSI - Language Studies International
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 10 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per German language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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LSI - Language Studies International (LSI)
Swiss Private School
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9Number of public PC workstations: 2
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
290 CHF return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 10 km |
| Basketball | | 5 km |
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 10 km |
| Horse riding | | 10 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 5 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 5 km |
| Music | | 5 km |
| Sailing | | 5 km |
| Skiing | | 100 km |
| Squash | | 10 km |
| Swimming | | 5 km |
| Table Tennis | | 5 km |
| Tennis | | 10 km |
| Volleyball | | 0.5 km |
| Yoga | | 5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
BBQ
Bike ride along the Limmat
Film evening
* Happy Lunch
Adults - Paid activities
Kunstmuseum (CHF 23)
Chocolate Factory (CHF 25)
Opera (CHF 40-95)
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 455 | 910 | 1365 | 1820 | 2275 | 2730 | 3185 | 3640 | 4550 | 5460 | 455 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 445 | 890 | 1335 | 1780 | 2225 | 2670 | 3115 | 3560 | 4450 | 5340 | 445 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other home stay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 540 | 1080 | 1620 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | 540 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other home stay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 4140 | 345 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other home stay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other home stay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | 355 | 710 | 1065 | 1420 | 1775 | 2130 | 2485 | 2840 | 3550 | 4260 | 355 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Swiss culture in a comfortable setting while studying German in Zurich.
Most host families will wash the student’s laundry once a week for no additional cost or will suggest nearby laundry facilities.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | -- | 1400 | 2100 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 4900 | 5600 | 7000 | 8400 | 700 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Free cancellation 15 days before arrival. For cancellations less than 15 days before arrival 7 nights will be charged.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CHF | -- | 910 | 1365 | 1820 | 2275 | 2730 | 3185 | 3640 | 4550 | 5460 | 455 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Free cancellation 15 days before arrival. For cancellations less than 15 days before arrival 7 nights will be charged.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in CHF | -- | -- | -- | 590 | 737.5 | 885 | 1032.5 | 1180 | 1475 | 1770 | 147.5 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only possible to book in months, rather than in weeks.
Breakfast and dinner from Monday to Friday can be included for an additional fee.
Monthly additional cost of CHF 50 for short stays.
Bed linen provided at an extra cost of CHF 50.
Final cleaning before departure charged for CHF 40.
The students are encouraged to cook for themselves and share with others. We offer:
- 28 furnished single rooms, each with a wash basin
- Internet connection in every room
- Showers and toilets on every floor
- Kitchen on every floor
- TV, study and music room
- Washing machine and dryer
- Meals available in Max12 on request (extra cost)
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in CHF | 870 | 1740 | 2610 | 3480 | 4350 | 5220 | 6090 | 6960 | 8700 | 10440 | 870 | 135 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
The Oldtown Hostel Otter is a new hostel in the middle of the old town of Zurich. The new hostel was created from the former Hotel Otter. The individually designed private rooms remain on the upper floors, while the 4- and 6-bed rooms are located on the lower floors. The guests in the private rooms have the same service as before in the hotel and can also benefit from the lounge with kitchenette and luggage storage.
Guests who often sleep in hostels appreciate the central location and the associated Wüste Bar on the ground floor to get to know locals and other travelers. The sights of Zurich are within walking distance of the hostel and Lake Zurich is only 200 meters away. The Kunsthaus and the Opera House can be easily reached in 5 minutes on foot. The legendary Café Odeon is also just around the corner.
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Student opinions about LSI - Language Studies International, Zurich
Questions and answers about LSI - Language Studies International
- I would like to book the Afternoon 10 for 4 weeks, but I don't know any German, I am an absolute beginner.“Please note that this will not be possible. Absolute beginners can only attend the General 20 course. The Afternoon 10 course is for students with a minimum A2 level. The reason for this is that the focus is on improving fluency skills and, therefore, students should already speak some of the language.”Caroline Saladin, Student Advisor from LSI - Language Studies International, Zurich - Mar 27, 2023
- Can my 14-year-old daughter Natalia take part in the language course?“Unfortunately, the minimum age to attend our courses is 16 years old. Therefore, we are unable to offer Natalia a suitable course since she is only 14. The minimum age applies to our private lessons and group lessons. We have made exception for 15 year olds but only, if there is family or friends of the family living in the region of Zurich willing to take responsibility. Fourteen, though, is too young.”Caroline, Student Advisor from LSI Zürich - Mar 30, 2023
- What materials does the LSI work with in Zurich? Is the content in standard German or with a focus on Swiss culture and language?“We do not work with Swiss German books as Swiss German is the dialect spoken in the German part of Switzerland. The official language and what can be found written everywhere is high German. The course book we are currently working with for level A1 is from the publisher Hueber and called Delfin. It's all in high German.”Caroline, Office Manager from LSI Zürich - Sep 13, 2023
FAQ about LSI - Language Studies International, Zurich
- I want to know if I can extend my visa if I book with the language school“You need to consult the embassy to confirm the visa requirements and apply for the visa yourself, we do not provide the visa application service.
If you need to apply for a student visa, the school will provide the enrollment documents within a few business days after they have received all your fees, so that you can begin to apply for a student visa.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 10, 2023 - How are the rooms in LSI? Do they have private bathrooms and shower?“The school offers standard and executive homestay accommodation. The standard homestay option includes shared bathroom and the executive includes private bathroom.
”Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 04, 2023 - Is it possible to take a course at LSI - Language Studies International as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive 30, General 20, General 20 Plus 10, General 20 Plus 5, Intensive 30 Plus 10, Intensive 30 Plus 5
- Is airport pickup offered by LSI - Language Studies International?Yes. The school offers pickup from Zurich Airport (165 CHF)
- What is the number of students per class at Language Studies International?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Language Studies International varies from 1 students (9 Day Compact Course (82)) to 12 students (Intensive 30)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at LSI - Language Studies International?90% of teachers at LSI - Language Studies International hold a university degree. 90% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of LSI - Language Studies International from?The highest Nationality percentage at LSI - Language Studies International comes from Switzerland with a 21% representation, followed by students from Italy (8%) and Spain (6%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- LSI - Language Studies International offers courses for which ages?LSI - Language Studies International offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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