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Alpadia Montreux, Montreux

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430.- CHF

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Key points

Safe town, host of the Montreux Jazz Festival
Small, friendly and professional school
Excellent activities programme
Official exam centre for the TCF and TEF exams

The school

Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Exams: DELF (DELF/DALF)
School size: S
Accommodations: Host family, Shared apartment, Studio apartment
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 23 years
Nationality mix: Switzerland, Italy, Russia, etc..
ratings: 196 authentic opinions

Alpadia Montreux is situated right on the banks of Lake Geneva on the main street in Montreux. The beautiful promenade is lined with exotic trees and shrubbery, and a range of bars and restaurants are just footsteps away. The school is easily accessible by bus or train, with the stations just a few minutes away on foot. The language school building contains 10 comfortable and bright classrooms, a cafeteria and a terrace plus free Wi-Fi. The friendly teachers and staff will provide personalised service and be happy to assist you from the moment you arrive throughout the duration of your stay.

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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 25 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 5 Oral Communication)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + 12:15-13:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 5 Oral Communication + 5 Written communication mini-group)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (8 in mini-group)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + 12:15-14:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 25 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 5 one-to-one)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + one-to-one lessons to be specified

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 10 one-to-one)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + one-to-one lessons to be specified

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes; (20 general + 10 DELF/DALF)
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 8
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 08:30-12:00 + 12:15-14:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Exam dates:

B1/B2: 16.03, 18.05, 15.06, 21.09, 16.11.2019

C1: 16.03, 15.06, 21.09, 16.11.2019

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Starting dates 4 wk

18.02 / 23.04 / 20.05 / 26.08 / 21.10.2019

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 1
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined

July/August: on request

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 15 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 1
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined

July/August: on request

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 1
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined

July/August: on request

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Extra week (4+)

2000 CHF

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Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates Beginner

07.01 / 04.02 / 08.04 / 03.06 / 08.07 / 12.08 / 30.09 / 11.11.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

19.04 / 22.04 / 30.05 / 10.06 / 01.08 / 16.09.2019

Holidays

23.12.2018 - 05.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Options/Extras

One-to-one course (per lesson)	150 CHF
One-to-one course (per lesson) (23.06-24.08.2019)	165 CHF
Online course (per lesson)	150 CHF
Online course (per lesson - 23.06-24.08.2019)	165 CHF
Exam fee (to be paid on site) (DELF B1) Students must register themselves for the exam	285 CHF
Exam fee (to be paid on site) (DELF B2) Students must register themselves for the exam	375 CHF
Exam fee (to be paid on site) (DALF C1) Students must register themselves for the exam	415 CHF
Deposit (to be paid on site) (Apartment / Studio)	200 CHF
Cleaning fee	50 CHF
Additional night compulsory (Exam dates DELF/DALF: 16.03, 18.05, 15.06, 21.09, 16.11.2019)
Extra night with host family, half board (double room)	50 CHF
Extra night with host family, half board (double room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	55 CHF
Extra night with host family, half board (single room)	60 CHF
Extra night with host family, half board (single room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	66 CHF
Extra night with host family, breakfast (double room)	40 CHF
Extra night with host family, breakfast (double room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	44 CHF
Extra night with host family, breakfast (single room)	50 CHF
Extra night with host family, breakfast (single room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	55 CHF
Extra night in a shared apartment (double room)	35 CHF
Extra night in a shared apartment (double room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	39 CHF
Extra night in a shared apartment (single room)	55 CHF
Extra night in a shared apartment (single room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	61 CHF
Extra night in a studio apartment (single room)	65 CHF
Extra night in a studio apartment (single room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	72 CHF
Extra night in a studio apartment (double room)	45 CHF
Extra night in a studio apartment (double room - 23.06-24.08.2019)	50 CHF
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Geneva)	190 CHF

Other accommodation options

Host family, single room, half board

Shared apartment, single room, no meals

Host family, double room, breakfast

Host family, single room, breakfast

Studio apartment, single room, no meals

Studio apartment, double room, no meals

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100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.1/5

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94% of students recommending this school

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196 students gave their opinion about this school

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Si, mi sono preparato bene per l anno prossimo »

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« L ubicazione »

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« Nur wenige »

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« Keine positiven Eigenschaften der Schule Alpadia vorhanden. »

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, Sprachgefühl vertieft und Grammatikkenntnisse wieder aufgefrischt »

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« Nette Lehrkräfte und angenehme Lernatmosphäre »

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Anonymous

19 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Für mich war der Kursaufenthalt in Montreux ein sehr schönes Erlebnis. Ich konnte viel profitieren und würde es sicher jederzeit wieder machen.

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6 weeks, April – May 2019

Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, ich konnte viel profitieren. Kann nun Sätze bilden und besser verstehenIn der Schule, Kommunikation in der Gastfamilie und in der Freizeit mit Kolleginnen »

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« Gutes Freizeitangebot Gute Lage Freundliche Lehrer »

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Value for money (5 / 5)
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« Ich habe sehr viel geredet und so meine Aussprache verbessert »

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Gabriela Brigitte M.

47 years old - Switzerland

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Hat alles super geklappt. Super Standort hervorragende Lehrer. Ich lernte viel und verbrachte eine tolle Zeit in Montreux.

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8 weeks, January – March 2019

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, der Unterricht waren konsequent, dynamisch aber auch humorvoll. »

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« Das familiäre Ambiente, hat mir gefallen. »

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Testimonials

Nicole Schawalder

Alpadia, Montreux
Duration: 2 weeks

I spent two great weeks refreshing my French skills in Montreux. Alpadia has really nice teachers and the school location is perfect: it’s right in the centre just metres from the lake. The Montreux Jazz Festival was also on whilst I was there. There was a real festival atmosphere with bands from all over the world and great parties!

Sandra Bättig

Alpadia, Montreux
Duration: 3 weeks

During my language study trip, I stayed with a friendly host family. Homestay accommodation is ideal to learn the language.

At school, I learnt a lot during this short stay. I am very satisfied with the school. Our teachers were very friendly and explained everything very clearly. In the morning, I was happy to go to school.

I love Montreux, the town is beautiful. You can play mini-golf, go to the cinema, to the fitness centre or go shopping. As there is a station in Monteux, it is easy to visit the neighbouring towns and villages. What’s more, you can take part in the school’s activities programme.

I had a great, memorable stay in Montreux and I met many friendly people there. I recommend ESL to everyone!

Melanie Berger

Alpadia, Montreux
Duration: 8 weeks

Montreux is simply great! I fully enjoyed my language stay of two weeks there. My host family was very friendly and showed flexibility. The school, its central location and its competent teachers were a real stroke of luck for me. I enjoyed myself a lot and I was able to prepare in an optimal way for the BMS exam. I can only warmly recommend a language stay at Alpadia Montreux!

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Host family
This accommodation option is ideal if you want to immerse yourself in the culture of French-speaking Switzerland and connect with locals. The families are carefully selected and know the school well. Living an average of 30 minutes from the school, you will stay in a double or single room, with half-board or breakfast only provided. Living with a host family in French-speaking Switzerland will allow you to discover the lifestyle of its inhabitants, its traditions and its cuisine for a highly enriching experience. It’s also a chance to practise your French daily in a friendly environment, allowing you to make rapid progress.

Shared apartment (from 18 years)
For those who wish to live with other international students, the school offers accommodation in shared apartments. Living around 10-20 minutes from the school, you will stay in a double or single room and share the common rooms with your flatmates. The apartments are bright, comfortable and have excellent facilities, including a TV, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and Wi-Fi. This is an economical accommodation option and an excellent opportunity to make new friends.

Studio (from 18 years)
This studio offers independence for students who wish to enjoy more privacy. It includes a single bed (convertible into a double bed), a bathroom and bed linen (changed every two weeks). Please bring your own bath towels. You will have access to a fully equipped kitchen (refrigerator, oven and utensils) and to a washing machine (shared). A phone is available for incoming calls, and Wi-Fi is free of charge. The studio is non-smoking. Double room only available for students travelling together.

Private apartment, hotel
Various possibilities, additional information available on request.

The activities programme includes visits to places of interest in the region and participation in social events. Students will have the chance to get to know each other better and practise French outside the classroom during the outings organised by the school. Sporting activities are organised in summer and winter alike. Thanks to its geographical location, between the lake and mountains, Montreux is less than an hour from the Alps. Numerous ski resorts offer excellent conditions for fans of snowboarding and skiing, as well as extraordinary scenery for nature-lovers. During the month of July, Montreux is home to the famous Jazz Festival that gives the town a lively rhythm. Add to this the numerous exhibitions and noteworthy cultural events in Montreux and the surrounding areas of Vevey, Lausanne and Geneva, and you have a truly tempting activities programme!