Les Elfes Summer camp
Description of Les Elfes Summer camp
Les Elfes Summer Camp is an international camp, located in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. Verbier, where the institution is located, is distinguished by its picturesque landscapes, special atmosphere and charm.
Les Elfes Summer Camp is a classical international camp. English is the official language here. During the stay in the camp international students communicate on English not only in class, but also at free time. Communicative approach to learning causes rapid progress of foreign students of all groups.
The camp is open from June to August. Educational programmes for foreign students can be 2 - 4 weeks.
The programme involves not only the study of English, but also the participation of children in interesting activities of a creative, sporting, entertaining nature.
Language courses are offered in two types. The classical program provides an 8-hour weekly load. The course of spoken English (or German, Spanish, French) is flexible. Lessons are held in summer camp in Verbier. An intensive program provides English lessons 15 hours a week. Lessons are held in the five-day mode in the morning. After 12:00 students have leisure time.. The camp offers for international students creative programs, different clubs, sports events. The main peculiarity of an intensive program is learning in small groups (not more than 7 students).
What is the protocol for medical emergencies, and are there medical professionals on-site?
We have a designated medical team and facilities to handle emergencies. All staff members are trained in basic first aid, and we have protocols in place for contacting medical professionals and parents in case of an emergency.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Les Elfes Summer camp
Discovery camp
Quick overview of combined course of learning English + activities, creativity.
A language program specially designed for students traveling to a foreign camp for the first time. The lessons differ in a special format. In the focus - the development of communication skills. In the classroom, students also practice reading, writing, listening. Most of the lessons are in interactive format, from discussions to intrenships. The program also includes gaming lessons in English. The children learn the language during sports games, joint walks, sightseeing trips. Students can visit local attractions, amusement parks, go camping, spend the night in a mountain mystical hut, wander through the halls of old Swiss castles. The students are offered several interesting electives. Children can master theatrical art, try themselves in the role of the chef on cooking courses.
- Age of students: 7 - 11 years
- Start date : June-August. (there is available 2,3,4 - week courses).
- Requirements for admission: English at the primary level.
- Learning outcomes: improving the language skills, acquiring new friends from around the world.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Explorer camp
Quick facts about combined program of studying English in the process of interpersonal communication and teamwork.
The specialized course includes several blocks that are closely intertwined. The program provides for the study of English (grammar, vocabulary, communication), many-hour language practice in the process of extracurricular activities.
Also, adolescents are offered exclusive one-day leadership intrenships. During the course, students will receive practical skills in preparing, conducting a presentation, setting goals and making strategic decisions, time management, group work. The program also includes a large number of role-playing games.
To improve skills of English it is necessary constantly for teenagers. Communication in the process of extracurricular activities, sports (kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, etc.) allows you to relax, to expand your vocabulary, to learn not only to speak, but also to think in English.
- Student age: 12 to 14.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - week courses are available).
- Requirements for enrollment: English at any level.
- The result of studying: the development of basic language skills, overcoming barriers to communication in the international environment, the acquisition of a new sporting, creative experience.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Pioneer camp
Short information about a combined course targeting adolescents who plan to study in English-speaking countries.
The language program at this stage is characterized by increased complexity and intensity. But the learning process is organized in such a way that the acquisition of knowledge and skills studying pass as naturally as possible, comfortable for students. The language program covers all aspects of English, including academic. Students not only develop basic skills, but also learn to note, to hold presentations, to make presentations, to debate on scientific topics.
Adolescents can practice English not only in class and on campus. They get the opportunity to walk in Verbier in their spare time, to communicate with local residents, to organize leisure at their own discretion.
In addition, within the framework of the program, students are offered professional advice of specialists from the Career Center. The interactive techniques used here allow us to discover the talents of adolescents, to actualize academic needs, and to determine the profile of future activities.
- The age of the students: 15 to 17 years.
- Start dates: June-August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: the level of English - from A2.
- The result of studying: improvement of basic language skills, vocabulary expansion, development of colloquial speech, solution of actual career-oriented tasks.
- The size of the class: up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Discovery camp
Quick overview of combined course of studying French + activities, creativity.
A language program is specially designed for students traveling to a foreign camp for the first time. The lessons differ in a special format. In the focus - the development of communication skills. In the classroom, students also practice reading, writing, listening. Most of the lessons are in interactive format, from discussions to internships. The program also includes game lessons in French. The children learn language during sports games, joint walks, sightseeing trips. Students can visit local attractions, amusement parks, go camping, spend the night in a mountain mystical hut, wander through the halls of old Swiss castles. The students are offered several interesting electives. Children can master theatrical art, try themselves in the role of the chef on cooking courses.
- The age of students: 7 to 11 years.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: French at the elementary level.
- The result of studying: the improvement of language skills, acquiring new friends from around the world.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The length of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Explorer camp
Quick facts about the combined program of studying French in the process of interpersonal communication and team work.
The specialized course includes several blocks that are closely intertwined. The program provides for the study of French (grammar, vocabulary, communication), many-hour language practice in the process of extracurricular activities.
Also, adolescents are offered exclusive one-day leadership internships. During the course, students will receive practical skills in preparing, conducting a presentation, setting goals and making strategic decisions, time management, group work. The program also includes a large number of role-playing games.
To improve skills of the French it is necessary constantly for teenagers. Communication in the process of extra-curricular activities, sports (kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, etc.) allows you to relax, to expand your vocabulary, to learn not only to speak, but also to think in French.
- Student age: 12 to 14.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: French at any level.
- The result of the studying: development of the basic language skills, overcoming barriers to communication in an international environment, the acquisition of a new sporting, creative experience.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Pioneer camp
Quick overview of a combined course aimed at adolescents planning to study in French-speaking countries.
The language program at this stage is characterized by increased complexity and intensity. But the learning process is organized in such a way that the acquisition of knowledge and skills studying pass as naturally as possible, comfortable for students. The language program covers all aspects of French, including academic. Students not only develop basic skills, but also learn to note, to hold presentations, to make presentations, to debate on scientific topics.
Teens can practice French not only in class and on campus. They get the opportunity to walk in Verbier in their spare time, to communicate with local residents, to organize leisure at their own discretion.
In addition, within the framework of the program, students are offered professional advice of specialists from the Career Center. The interactive techniques used here allow us to discover the talents of adolescents, to actualize academic needs, and determine the profile of future activities.
- The age of the students: 15 to 17 years.
- Start dates: June-August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: the improvement of the basic language skills, the expansion of the vocabulary, the development of the colloquial Speech, the solution of actual career-oriented tasks.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The length of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Discovery camp
Quick overview of combined course of studying English + activities, creativity.
A language program specially designed for students traveling to a foreign camp for the first time. The lessons differ in a special format. In the focus - the development of communication skills. In the classroom, students also practice reading, writing, listening. Most of the lessons are in interactive format, from discussions to internships. The program also includes gaming lessons in English. The children learn language during sports games, joint walks, sightseeing trips. Students can visit local attractions, amusement parks, go camping, spend the night in a mountain mystical hut, wander through the halls of old Swiss castles. The students are offered several interesting electives. Children can master theatrical art, try themselves in the role of the chef on cooking courses.
- Age of students: 7 - 11 years
- Start date : June-August. ( 2,3,4 - week courses are available).
- Admission requirements: English at the primary level.
- The result of the studying: the improvement of the language skills, acquiring new friends from around the world.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Explorer camp
Quick facts about combined program of studying English in the process of interpersonal communication and team work.
The specialized course includes several blocks that are closely intertwined. The program provides for the study of English (grammar, vocabulary, communication), many-hour language practice in the process of extracurricular activities.
Also, adolescents are offered exclusive one-day leadership internships. During the course, students will receive practical skills in preparing, conducting a presentation, setting goals and making strategic decisions, time management, group work. The program also includes a large number of role-playing games.
To improve skills of English it is necessary constantly for teenagers. Communication in the process of extracurricular activities, sports (kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, etc.) allows you to relax, to expand your vocabulary, to learn not only to speak, but also to think in English.
- Students age: 12 to 14.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - week courses are available).
- Admission requirements: English at any level.
- Learning outcomes: development of the main language skills, overcoming barriers to communication in an international environment, the acquisition of a new sporting, creative experience.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Pioneer camp
Short information about a combined course targeting adolescents who plan to study in English-speaking countries.
The language program at this stage is characterized by increased complexity and intensity. But the learning process is organized in such a way that the acquisition of knowledge and skills practice pass as naturally as possible, comfortable for students. The language program covers all aspects of English, including academic. Students not only develop basic skills, but also learn to note, to hold presentations, to make presentations, to debate on scientific topics.
Adolescents can practice English not only in class and on campus. They get the opportunity to walk in Verbier in their spare time, to communicate with local residents, to organize leisure at their own discretion.
In addition, within the framework of the program, students are offered professional advice of specialists from the Career Center. The interactive techniques used here allow us to discover the talents of adolescents, to actualize academic needs, and to determine the profile of future activities.
- The age of the students: 15 to 17 years.
- Start dates: June-August ( 2,3,4 - week courses are available).
- Requirements for admission: the level of English - from A2.
- The result of studying improvement of basic language skills, expansion of vocabulary, development of colloquial speech, solving of actual career-oriented tasks.
- The size of the class: up to 15 students.
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes.
Discovery camp
Quick overview of combined course of studying Spanish + activities, creativity.
A language program specially designed for students traveling to a foreign camp for the first time. The lessons differ in a special format. In the focus - the development of communication skills. In the classroom, students also practice reading, writing, listening. Most of the lessons are in interactive format, from discussions to internships. The program also includes game lessons of Spanish. The children learn language during sports games, joint walks, sightseeing trips. Students can visit local attractions, amusement parks, go camping, spend the night in a mountain mystical hut, wander through the halls of old Swiss castles. The students are offered several interesting electives. Children can master theatrical art, try themselves in the role of the chef on cooking courses.
- The age of students: 7 to 11 years.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: English at the primary level.
- The result of the tstudying: the improvement of the language Skills, acquiring new friends from around the world.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Explorer camp
Quick facts about combined program of studying English in the process of interpersonal communication and team work.
The specialized course includes several blocks that are closely intertwined. The program provides for the study of English (grammar, vocabulary, communication), many-hour language practice in the process of extracurricular activities.
Also, adolescents are offered exclusive one-day leadership internships. During the course, students will receive practical skills in preparing, conducting a presentation, setting goals and making strategic decisions, time management, group work. The program also includes a large number of role-playing games.
To improve skills of English it is necessary constantly for teenagers. Communication in the process of extracurricular activities, sports (kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, etc.) allows you to relax, to expand your vocabulary, to learn not only to speak, but also to think in English.
- Student age: 12 to 14.
- Start dates: June to August (2,3,4 - weekly courses are available).
- Admission requirements: English at any level.
- Learning outcomes: development of the main language skills, overcoming barriers to communication in an international environment, the acquisition of a new sporting, creative experience.
- Class size: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Pioneer camp
Quick overview .of a combined course targeting adolescents who plan to study in English-speaking countries.
The language program at this stage is characterized by increased complexity and intensity. But the learning process is organized in such a way that the acquisition of knowledge and skills practice passes as naturally as possible, comfortable for students. The language program covers all aspects of English, including academic. Students not only develop basic skills, but also learn to note, to hold presentations, to make presentations, to debate on scientific topics.
Adolescents can practice English not only in class and on campus. They get the opportunity to walk in Verbier in their spare time, to communicate with local residents, to organize leisure at their own discretion.
In addition, within the framework of the program, students are offered professional advice of specialists from the Career Center. The interactive techniques used here allow us to discover the talents of adolescents, to actualize academic needs, and to determine the profile of future activities.
- The age of the students: 15 to 17 years.
- Start dates: June-August (2,3,4 - week courses are available).
- Requirements for admission: the level of English - from A2.
- The result of studying: improvement of basic language skills, expansion of vocabulary, development of colloquial speech, solving actual career-oriented tasks.
- The size of the class: up to 15 students.
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
Summer Chinese course (Mandarin) - 7-17 years
Les Elfes Summer offers Mandarin Chinese language lessons. Classes are grouped in accordance with the language level of the participants, the maximum class size is 7 children per teacher. The course meets the established criteria for the level of language proficiency with detailed certificates, a portfolio that students will take home.
3 types of additional language courses are available:
- Conversational;
- Intensive;
- Private lessons.
Accommodation, meals, prices
On campus Les Elfes Summer camp children will live in cozy traditional alpine chalets, built of stone and wood. Each of them has a living room, a reception room, spacious recreation areas, a private dining room, a terrace, a barbecue area, a fireplace room, a music room, a library, an Internet cafe and a kitchen.The residence is located a few minutes' walk from the center of Verbier.
Accommodation is offered in cozy 3-bed rooms with private facilities.
The food is provided in a complex, 3-time.
Subjects and sports
Activities Les Elfes Summer camp
The camp offers its young foreign students a rich extracurricular program. More than 40 sports sections are available in the camp. International students can go in for sports daily. The program includes (on a choice) wakeboarding, paragliding, rock climbing, team games, golf, tennis, mountain biking, and much more. Also, various tourist routes are offered to the students. There are many pedestrian paths with a total length of 950 km in the vicinity of Verbier. International students of the summer camp can also practice winter sports. A skating rink is located in the nearby sports complex. From water sports are available sailing, swimming. Those who wish can learn the basics of horse riding on the sites in the famous Verbier stable.
The excursion block provides the most interesting cities in Switzerland: Geneva, Lausanne, Bern. International students are given the opportunity to visit the famous Chillon Castle in Montreux, wander around Vevey, get acquainted with the process of cheese making and taste the best Swiss chocolate in local factories.
On the campus, children and teenagers are invited to visit different clubs. To the services of foreign students is a dance academy, art and craft clubs, a photo studio, a sound and video recording studio, a section hiking and many others.
The daily routine
Les Elfes Summer Camp students' day is very productive. Language lessons are planned for the morning. After lunch sports activities are available, free time is provided. After dinner, evening mass events, games, quizzes and much more are offered to the attention of foreign students.
Advantages
- Les Elfes Summer Camp is an international camp with an appropriate atmosphere and environment. Сhildren learn in the intercultural community, receive valuable experience of communication with representatives of other nationalities. Teenagers from more than 50 countries have an international study at the camp.
- The combined program is comfortable and highly effective. Language courses for children are offered in the morning. Afternoon is reserved for group classes and entertainment, during which students sharpen their language skills and practice skills.
- Programs for different age groups are offered. Each has its own characteristics. The emphasis is on the development of certain skills and personal qualities. Also, each program provides activities to accelerate and facilitate adaptation of the foreign child / adolescent to the conditions of stay in the intercultural environment.
- Highly qualified teachers, experienced instructors, professional trainers, guides and animators work with children in the summer camp.
- Exceptional comfortable conditions of stay.
Facilities and equipment at Les Elfes Summer camp
In summer camps in Switzerland there is everything necessary for productive training and comfortable rest. The academic infrastructure of the summer camp is represented by spacious classrooms equipped with interactive technology, computer centers, a library with a large number of printed, audio and video materials. The sports field includes an 18-hole golf course at an altitude of 1500 metres, a football field, badminton and volleyball courts, a basketball court, equipment for climbing. There are also necessary resources in the camp for playing petanque, exercising on the trampoline.
Admission dates and extra charges
The camp is open between June and August.
Additional fees:
- registration fee - 150 CHF
- insurance - from 120 CHF
- insurance deposit - from 50 CHF
- visa and document clearance - from 180 CHF
- intensive language program - 175 CHF per week
- individual language lessons - 100 CHF per hour
- individual tennis lessons - 65 CHF per hour
- individual golf lessons - 105 CHF per hour
- Individual riding lessons - 65 CHF per hour
- laundry - 60 CHF for a single use
- photos and souvenirs with the logo - 20 CHF;
- airport shuttle - 170 CHF
- transfer to the train station - 80 CHF
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 350 CHF
- Medical insurance 120 CHF
- Visa fees 180 CHF
- Transfer (one way) 170 CHF
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Les Elfes Summer camp
A wonderful summer camp for any child and teenager - they have already traveled twice (daughters 10 and 14 years old).
A very well-developed program: parents can receive a daily schedule by e-mail and discuss with the administration what the children will do. Education is completely stress-free: it seems that after lunch the children have already forgotten that in the morning they were sitting in class - however, there is progress in English due to immersion and language environment.
The camp is located in an incredibly beautiful place, a real mountain fairy tale: this is how you imagine Switzerland in advertising brochures, so it is here!
It is good that there are a lot of foreign guys. You can get to know the whole world like this. Very good conditions for living - almost a five-star hotel (and the European "five"), a variety of food in the canteens, barbecues, picnics, trips to urban restaurants.
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
