Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School
Description of Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School
Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School is one of the most prestigious language schools in Berlin. It has several campuses for students of all ages. The educational institution has been operating in the German capital since 1983. The school was not only once awarded the prestigious Star School Germany award.
GLS Berlin Water Sports, opened in the picturesque small village of Blossin, is located 30 km from Berlin, takes students from 13-17 years old for programs. The campus by the lake is an excellent place to relax on vacation and to improve German.
What safety measures are in place during activities and excursions?
The safety of our campers is our top priority. We conduct thorough risk assessments for all activities and excursions, and our staff members are trained in first aid and emergency procedures. We also adhere to local safety regulations and guidelines.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School
Short information about vacation program for studying German for outdoor enthusiasts and water sports.
The program provides for the rapid and effective development of basic language skills. At lessons students practice in reading, listening, writing. Particular attention is paid to communication. Oral communication continues after the lessons. The knowledge and skills obtained in the lessons are practiced in a relaxed atmosphere during walks, sports, excursions.
- Student age: 13-17 years old
- Admission requirements: the level of German from beginner.
- Learning outcomes: improvement of general language skills, pronunciation, overcoming the language barrier, the experience of communication in a language environment.
- Class size: up to 12 people
- The duration of the lesson: 45 minutes.
The cost of the program includes:
- The services of GLS Berlin Water Sports teachers;
- Studying materials;
- Accommodation (2-3-bed rooms with private showers);
- Meals;
- Entertainment acitivies and sightseeing;
- Sports program (3 times a week);
- Excursions 2 times a week;
- Transfer from Berlin and back (on Sundays from 8 to 10 am).
Also, prepaid services include testing when entering the camp and certificate issuance at the end of the course. The school provides 24-hour childcare.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Camp guests are offered accommodation in student houses on campus. There are 2-3-bedrooms with private facilities.
The GLS Berlin Water Sports School provides a full board conditions. Students are provided with a comprehensive three meals a day. The menu consists of traditional German and European dishes.
Subjects and sports
Activities Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School
Extra-curricular program of the German Language School provides 2 activities per day. Students visit to Berlin attractions, walks around the city, sports, entertainment on campus (discos, barbecues, theme parties). Twice a week excursion programs are organized. One is for the whole day, the other for half a day.
Daily routine
Daily program of summer courses includes 4 German lessons and 2 extracurricular activities (after dinner, in the evening).
Advantages
- GLS Berlin Water Sports provides high quality educational services.
- An opportunity to combine learning with outdoor activities.
- The curriculum gives an opportunity to have a lot of time for entertainment, sports.
- Full immersion in the language environment. Communication is conducted in German.
Facilities and equipment at Berlin Water Sports - GLS German Language School
The campus infrastructure is represented by the main building with auditoriums, a library, a computer classroom, a language lab and a cozy living room, several dwellings, each of which is designed for several rooms. In the summer school there is also the necessary equipment for surfing, kayaking, canoeing. The school has a pier and a boat park. Also on the territory there is a gym, a fitness center, football, volleyball courts. For recreation there is a park with bicycle paths, a comfortable beach.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additional fees:
- Transfer at an unspecified time
- Extra day at school
- Insurance
- Visa services and fees
- Supervising
- School entrance services.
Extras:
- Extra night 100 EUR
- Transfer (one way) 120 EUR
- Deposit for a course/programme 100 EUR
- Laundry service 30 EUR
- Medical insurance 10 EUR
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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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. |
