Price comparison: 1 week Junior (<18 years) English course including accommodation
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Summer Course (6 to 15 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Heidelberg
Minimum language level:
German: A1,
English: A2.English course start dates:
29 Jul or 05 Aug. Duration of English programme: 1-2 weeks.
Final day of classes for both English and German Summer Programmes: 09 Aug.Summer holiday language courses for children and young people (6-17 years) in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities!
Summer, sun, learning languages: create unforgettable moments for your children with the junior programme of the Academy of Languages. Every year, children aged 6 to 17 from over 90 nations find their way to Heidelberg to not only learn German in age-appropriate lessons at the Academy of Languages, but also to make new friends and spend the summer holidays together with children from all corners of the world.
Overview
• German or English courses for small groups of children and young people from all over the world (max. 15 learners).
Course structure:
• Learners in the German courses are grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Complete beginners must start on one of the indicated dates; learners with previous knowledge of the language can join any Monday during the programme.
• Courses are offered at levels A1 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 or C2 level. A special pre-course placement test can be taken in the school.
• The placement test is on the first day of the course.
• The lesson structure and content are appropriate for the respective age group. Learners in all courses are taught by experienced, qualified language teachers in modern, bright classrooms.
• The maximum group size is 15 learners.
NOTE: Learners in the English courses are also grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Courses are offered at levels A2 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 level.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer)
Average number of teenagers and children: 150 (In summer)
Summer Course (Full Day Package with Lunch & Activities) (6 to 15 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Heidelberg
This course includes language lessons, lunch and activities.
Minimum language level:
German: A1,
English: A2.English course start dates:
29 Jul or 05 Aug. Duration of English programme: 1-2 weeks.
Final day of classes for both English and German Summer Programmes: 09 Aug. Summer holiday language courses for children and young people (6-17 years) in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities!
Summer, sun, learning languages: create unforgettable moments for your children with the junior programme of the Academy of Languages.
Every year, children aged 6 to 17 from over 90 nations find their way to Heidelberg to not only learn German in age-appropriate lessons at the Academy of Languages, but also to make new friends and spend the summer holidays together with children from all corners of the world. After the language course, there is a balanced and varied lunch in the canteen before the colourful leisure programme begins: Excursions to the swimming pool are also part of the programme, as are hikes, boat trips or origami workshops.
Overview
• German or English courses for small groups of children and young people from all over the world (max. 15 learners).
• Lunches at the school.
• Varied leisure programme.
Course structure
• Learners in the German courses are grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Complete beginners must start on one of the indicated dates; learners with previous knowledge of the language can join any Monday during the programme.
• Courses are offered at levels A1 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 or C2 level. A special pre-course placement test can be taken in the school.
• The placement test is on the first day of the course.
• The lesson structure and content are appropriate for the respective age group. Learners in all courses are taught by experienced, qualified language teachers in modern, bright classrooms.
• The maximum group size is 15 learners.
NOTE: Learners in the English courses are also grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Courses are offered at levels A2 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 level.
Leisure Activities
The leisure activities programme is a vibrant mix of sporting and cultural activities. Examples include: Neckar boat trip; discovery tour of Heidelberg; trips to Heidelberg zoo, the botanical gardens, the Fairytale Paradise on Königstuhl, Heidelberg castle, the Museum of the Palatinate Heidelberg; sports activities, a picnic by the Neckar, games and sports in the F+U Campus sports hall; mini golf; group games evenings and cookery; swimming in Heidelberg’s open air pool; hiking on the Heiligenberg; visit to the Tinnunculus falconry; visit to Thingstätte and much more. The school also organises university tours for young learners.
- Included: Supervision, admission tickets and transport related to the activity;
- Not included in the price: Meals during trips.
Week-day Lunches at the school:
Lunch for course participants is provided by a professional caterer, specialising in catering for nurseries and schools. The cook strictly complies with current standards regarding hygiene, sustainability and verified origin of ingredients.
Please inform when registering of any food allergy/intolerance or special dietary requirements such as a vegetarian or halal diet (see above for additional charges).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 12
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer)
Average number of teenagers and children: 150 (In summer)
Summer Course (Full Day Package, Bring Your Own Lunch) (6 to 15 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Heidelberg
This course includes language lessons and activities.
Minimum language level:
German: A1,
English: A2.English course start dates:
29 Jul or 05 Aug. Duration of English programme: 1-2 weeks.
Final day of classes for both English and German Summer Programmes: 09 Aug.Summer holiday language courses for children and young people (6-17 years) in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities!
Summer, sun, learning languages: create unforgettable moments for your children with the junior programme of the Academy of Languages. Every year, children aged 6 to 17 from over 90 nations find their way to Heidelberg to not only learn German in age-appropriate lessons at the Academy of Languages, but also to make new friends and spend the summer holidays together with children from all corners of the world. Students on this package can bring their own lunch and eat it at the school before joining in the colourful leisure programme: Excursions to the swimming pool are also part of the programme, as are hikes, boat trips or origami workshops.
Overview
• German or English courses for small groups of children and young people from all over the world (max. 15 learners).
• Varied leisure programme.
Course structure
• Learners in the German courses are grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Complete beginners must start on one of the indicated dates; learners with previous knowledge of the language can join any Monday during the programme.
• Courses are offered at levels A1 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 or C2 level. A special pre-course placement test can be taken in the school.
• The placement test is on the first day of the course.
• The lesson structure and content are appropriate for the respective age group. Learners in all courses are taught by experienced, qualified language teachers in modern, bright classrooms.
• The maximum group size is 15 learners.
NOTE: Learners in the English courses are also grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Courses are offered at levels A2 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 level.
Leisure Activities
The leisure activities programme is a vibrant mix of sporting and cultural activities. Examples include: Neckar boat trip; discovery tour of Heidelberg; trips to Heidelberg zoo, the botanical gardens, the Fairytale Paradise on Königstuhl, Heidelberg castle, the Museum of the Palatinate Heidelberg; sports activities, a picnic by the Neckar, games and sports in the F+U Campus sports hall; mini golf; group games evenings and cookery; swimming in Heidelberg’s open air pool; hiking on the Heiligenberg; visit to the Tinnunculus falconry; visit to Thingstätte and much more. The school also organises university tours for young learners.
- Included: Supervision, admission tickets and transport related to the activity;
- Not included in the price: Meals during trips.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer)
Average number of teenagers and children: 150 (In summer)
Summer Course (Complete Package) (12 to 15 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Heidelberg
This package includes language lessons, accommodation, lunch and activities.
Minimum language level:
German: A1,
English: A2.English course start dates:
29 Jul or 05 Aug. Duration of English programme: 1-2 weeks. Surcharge for an English-speaking host family: EUR 100 per week
Final day of classes for both English and German Summer Programmes: 09 Aug.Summer holiday language courses for children and young people (6-17 years) in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities!
Summer, sun, learning languages: create unforgettable moments for your children with the junior programme of the Academy of Languages.
Every year, children aged 6 to 17 from over 90 nations find their way to Heidelberg to not only learn German in age-appropriate lessons at the Academy of Languages, but also to make new friends and spend the summer holidays together with children from all corners of the world. After the language course, there is a balanced and varied lunch in the canteen before the colourful leisure programme begins: Excursions to the swimming pool are also part of the programme, as are hikes, boat trips or origami workshops.
Overview
• German or English courses for small groups of children and young people from all over the world (max. 15 learners).
• Accommodation with carefully selected host families; young people over the age of 16 can also stay in one of the school's halls of residence.
• Meals (week-day lunches at the school + half-board on weekdays/full board on weekends with host family)
• Varied leisure programme
Course structure
• Learners in the German courses are grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Complete beginners must start on one of the indicated dates; learners with previous knowledge of the language can join any Monday during the programme.
• Courses are offered at levels A1 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 or C2 level. A special pre-course placement test can be taken in the school.
• The placement test is on the first day of the course.
• The lesson structure and content are appropriate for the respective age group. Learners in all courses are taught by experienced, qualified language teachers in modern, bright classrooms.
• The maximum group size is 15 learners.
NOTE: Learners in the English courses are also grouped by age: 6-9, 10-13 and 14-17 years. Courses are offered at levels A2 to B2 (C1 on request). Learners aged 16 or older can join a course for adults (16+), also at C1 level.
Leisure Activities
The leisure activities programme is a vibrant mix of sporting and cultural activities. Examples include: Neckar boat trip; discovery tour of Heidelberg; trips to Heidelberg zoo, the botanical gardens, the Fairytale Paradise on Königstuhl, Heidelberg castle, the Museum of the Palatinate Heidelberg; sports activities, a picnic by the Neckar, games and sports in the F+U Campus sports hall; mini golf; group games evenings and cookery; swimming in Heidelberg’s open air pool; hiking on the Heiligenberg; visit to the Tinnunculus falconry; visit to Thingstätte and much more. The school also organises university tours for young learners.
- Included: Supervision, admission tickets and transport related to the activity;
- Not included in the price: Meals during trips.
Week-day Lunches at the school:
Lunch for course participants is provided by a professional caterer, specialising in catering for nurseries and schools. The cook strictly complies with current standards regarding hygiene, sustainability and verified origin of ingredients.
Please inform when registering of any food allergy/intolerance or special dietary requirements such as a vegetarian or halal diet (see above for additional charges).
Accommodation with carefully selected host families. Young people accompanied by their parents can also stay in the school's student residences. Accommodation with host families includes half board from Monday to Friday and full board from Saturday to Sunday.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer)
Average number of teenagers and children: 150 (In summer)
Football Camp for Children (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German OR English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes 90 minutes per day of football training with experienced coaches, receive a complete Carl Duisberg football uniform, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation and emergency telephone.
Weekend excursions are not included.Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURFootball training with experienced coaches is held every afternoon for 90 minutes at the club FC 03 Radolfzell’s unique facilities on Mettnau Peninsula. The techniques are taught and conveyed using an extremely practically oriented methodology. Whether beginning or advanced players – the training plan includes not only the basics of ball control but also passing, dribbling and, of course, shooting goals. In addition, you’ll receive a complete Carl Duisberg football uniform including a jersey, shorts, and socks. That way, everyone can immediately see you belong to a great team!
Prerequisite: min. 1 school year of German/English level A1 (CEF).
SERVICES INCLUDED:
- English or German instruction, placement test, teaching materials,
and certificate of participation.
- Group lodging with full board on course days and half board on
weekends.
- Recreational program (incl. admission fees).
- Pass for public transportation.
- Round-the-clock supervision and emergency telephone.
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
- Transfer from the airport or rail station.
- Health, accident, and liability insurance.
- Weekend excursions (EUR 30 each).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Dance Camp for Children (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German OR English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes 10 hours of urban dance training per week with a professional instructor, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation and emergency telephone.
Weekend excursions are not included.Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURSERVICES INCLUDED:
• English instruction, placement test, teaching materials, and
certificate of participation.
• Group lodging with full board on course days and half board on
weekends.
• Recreational program (incl. admission fees).
• Pass for public transportation.
• Round-the-clock supervision and emergency telephone.
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
• Transfer from airport/rail station.
• Health, accident, and liability insurance.
• Weekend excursions (EUR 30 each).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
High School Preparatory Programme (15 to 17 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This programme consists of an intensive German language course, a specialised maths and science language course (for students with level B1 or higher), 4 English language lessons per week and a varied activity programme.
Students who are younger than 15 years old can book this programme as private tuition, this option costs 1580 EUR per week.CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION AND INDEPENDENT LEARNING EACH WEEK:
• Intensive German course with 24 training units (TU) of 45 minutes
each.
• Workshop 2 TU per week.
• On-site Language Lab under instructor supervision.
• Digital Language Lab with unlimited access.
• English lessons in small groups for 4 TU/week.
• Specialized language courses in mathematics and natural sciences
(starting at B1) for 2 TU/week.
SERVICES INCLUDED:
• Classroom instruction and independent learning opportunities as
detailed above.
• Progress reports after each course level.
• Accommodation in carefully selected German homestay families in
single or twin rooms.
• Full board including drinks during breaks.
• Public transport pass.
• Insurance package (health, accident, and liability insurance).
• Student support services, e.g. accompanying students to doctor‘s
appointments.
Lessons per week: 32 (45 minutes per lesson)
Summer Camp for Children - Tuition/Activities Only - No Accommodation (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German OR English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes a highly varied recreational program, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation emergency telephone.
Weekend excursions are not included.Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURFrom Monday through Friday, the children receive English or German lessons tailored to their current level in groups of no more than 15 in the mornings. A brief placement test is administered at the start of the camp.
Prerequisite: min. 1 school year of German or English level A1 (CEF).
Services included:
- English instruction, placement test, teaching materials, and
certificate of participation.
- Recreational program Mon - Fri (incl. admission fees).
- Pass for public transportation.
Services not included:
- Transfer from the airport or rail station.
- Health, accident and liability insurance.
- Weekend excursions.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Dance Camp for Children - Tuition/Activities Only (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German OR English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes 10 hours of urban dance training per week with a professional instructor, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation and emergency telephone.
Weekend excursions are not included.Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURSERVICES INCLUDED:
• English instruction, placement test, teaching materials, and
certificate of participation.
• Recreational program (incl. admission fees).
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
• Transfer from airport/rail station.
• Health, accident, and liability insurance.
• Weekend excursions (EUR 30 each).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Football Camp for Children - Tuition/Activities Only - No Accommodation (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German OR English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes 90 minutes per day of football training with experienced coaches, receive a complete Carl Duisberg football uniform, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation and emergency telephone.
Weekend excursions are not included.Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURFootball training with experienced coaches is held every afternoon for 90 minutes at the club FC 03 Radolfzell’s unique facilities on the Mettnau Peninsula. The techniques are taught and conveyed using an extremely practically oriented methodology. Whether beginning or advanced players – the training plan includes not only the basics of ball control but also passing, dribbling and, of course, shooting goals. In addition, you’ll receive a complete Carl Duisberg football uniform including a jersey, shorts, and socks. That way, everyone can immediately see you belong to a great team!
Prerequisite: min. 1 school year of German/English level A1 (CEF)
SERVICES INCLUDED:
- English or German instruction, placement test, teaching materials,
and certificate of participation.
- Recreational program (incl. admission fees).
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
- Transfer from the airport or rail station.
- Health, accident, and liability insurance.
- Weekend excursions (EUR 30 each).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Summer Camp for Children (11 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Radolfzell
City Centre
This course offers German or English lessons. All participants should have studied the target language for at least one year in school or have reached the A1 level.
This option also includes a highly varied recreational programme, pass for public transportation, course materials, certificate of participation and emergency telephone.
**Weekend excursions are not included.**
Transfer one way, per person
• Zurich, Switzerland to camp lodging 200 EUR
• Radolfzell Rail Station to camp lodging 50 EURFrom Monday through Friday, the children receive English or German lessons tailored to their current level in groups of no more than 15 in the mornings. A brief placement test is administered at the start of the camp.
Prerequisite: min. 1 school year of German/English level A1 (CEF).
Services included:
- English instruction, placement test, teaching materials, and
certificate of participation.
- Group lodging with full board on course days and half-board on
weekends.
- Recreational program Mon - Fr.i (incl. admission fees).
- Pass for public transportation.
- Round-the-clock supervision and emergency telephone.
Services not included:
- Transfer from the airport or rail station.
- Health, accident and liability insurance.
- Weekend excursions.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Young & Fun Junior Course (English) (7 to 14 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Munich
Schliersee-Josefstal
Do you want to learn German or maybe English in Germany? Then this summer camp is ideal for you: It is the only bilingual summer camp among the GLS summer camps and is beautifully located a little south of Munich in the Bavarian Alps. Here you can choose to learn German or English. Both the German and English courses are always in the morning, and afterwards there is a great activity programme. The programme includes many outdoor activities and of course excursions to Munich, one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. In this summer camp German children also spend their vacations, you all live together and you will quickly make new friends.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Summer Intensive English + Residence (Multi-bed) + Activities (10 to 16 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Ebernburg
Bad Kreuznach
Lessons normally take place from Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 12:30. The four morning lessons focus on the main areas of language learning: grammar and language work, reading and listening, and communication and speaking practice. The aim is to provide students with the vocabulary and grammar required for effective communication and particular attention is paid to improving speaking and listening skills.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Summer Intensive English + Residence (Twin) + Activities (10 to 16 years old)Junior (<18 years) course
Ebernburg
Bad Kreuznach
Lessons normally take place from Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 12:30. The four morning lessons focus on the main areas of language learning: grammar and language work, reading and listening, and communication and speaking practice. The aim is to provide students with the vocabulary and grammar required for effective communication and particular attention is paid to improving speaking and listening skills.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
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