Montreux College (13-17)
Montreux College (13-17)
Montreux College (13-17)
(28.06 - 01.08.2026)
Situated right in the picturesque centre of Montreux, the language school is only a stone's throw from the central train station and 5 minutes' walk from the shores of Lake Geneva. This modern and welcoming school has spacious, bright and well-equipped classrooms. A common room allows students to work independently or just relax. The building is also equipped with a sports hall and a cafeteria where lunch is served.
Courses & prices
All courses
No two individuals have the same language goals, which is why we offer a wide variety of courses and options that will guarantee you find the perfect one for you.
Standard French programme (host family) (13-17 years)
Duration: 1 - 5 weeks
Levels: Beginner to Advanced (C1)
Intensive French programme (host family) (13-17 years)
Duration: 1 - 5 weeks
Levels: Beginner to Advanced (C1)
French + Watersports programme (host family) (13-17 years)
Duration: 1 - 5 weeks
Levels: Beginner to Advanced (C1)
French + Adrenaline programme (host family) (13-17 years)
Duration: 1 - 5 weeks
Levels: Beginner to Advanced (C1)
French + Tennis programme (host family) (13-17 years)
Duration: 1 - 5 weeks
Levels: Beginner to Advanced (C1)
What is included in the price
Included
School Highlights
Key points
- Montreux is known as the Pearl of the Swiss Riviera due to its pleasant climate and gorgeous views
- Friendly host families, carefully chosen by our partner ALPADIA
- Exceptional selection of sports and cultural activities.
School facts
Student nationalities
Accommodation
ESL schools guarantee the same excellent standards for accommodation as they do for teaching. We take great pleasure in helping you find the most suitable accommodation for you.
Why choose our accommodation
Guaranteed Accommodation
Finding the right accommodation can be stressful. That’s why we guarantee that we’ll find the perfect housing option for you before you even land in your destination.
Convenient Transport
Our accommodation is hand-picked to make sure your journey to the classroom is as safe, reliable, and smooth as possible.
Safer and more comfortable
All of our accommodation options are rigorously screened to ensure you know exactly what you’re getting when you make the choice to book your program.
Leisure
The school organises a leisure programme with numerous sports and cultural activities, including beach volleyball, swimming, evenings by the lake or sightseeing trips in the region to keep you entertained after your French classes! Two excursions (one half-day and one full-day) are organised every week, allowing you to explore the treasures of this wonderful area: visit Vevey and its "Alimentarium" museum, take a steamboat trip up Lake Geneva, visit Lausanne and its Olympic Museum and much more!
COURSE PLUS ADRENALINE
Get your heart pumping while learning French in Switzerland! This programme will combine daily language lessons alongside a selection of activities that are designed for unbeatable excitement in a safe environment.
Programme This programme includes daily language lessons alongside three exciting activities per week. The activities are Laser tag (3 games of 20 min. per game) a Horror Escape Room (one hour), and a session at an adventure rope park.
Level required Any
Materials Students will need to bring sports clothes and sports shoes
Location Laser tag will be held in Villeneuve, and the adventure park and escape room will be in Aigle.
Number of students per group Minimum: 3 Maximum: 8
Timing Activities will be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday afternoons between 14:00 and 16:00 (Including travel time)
COURSE PLUS WATERSPORTS
Once you see the glistening waters of Lake Geneva overlooked by the magnificent French Alps – you’ll want to get a closer look! Luckily, with this programme, you can spend your time after class sailing, paddling and skiing in this gorgeous environment while you make friends and learn your target language.
Programme The programme includes daily language lessons alongside three water activities per week. Students will be able to sail, stand-up paddle, and water ski on the beautiful shores of lake Geneva.
Level required Any
Materials Students should bring a towel, swimsuit, sunscreen, and shoes that can get wet.
Location Lake Geneva
Number of students per group Minimum: 3 Maximum: 8
Timing Sailing will be held Monday from 14:00, Stand Up Paddle will be held on Tuesday from 14:00 - 16:00, and Waterskiing will happen on Thursday from 16:00 - 18:00 (Including travel time)
COURSE PLUS TENNIS
Description There’s nothing better than a game of tennis to get the blood pumping after a day of language learning, and this course will provide you with tennis lessons to go alongside your French classes! Make new friends, get some exercise, and learn to play the exciting sport of tennis in the fresh mountain air of Montreux, while also learning French in immersive lessons.
Programme This programme consists of daily language lessons alongside three tennis lessons per week in the afternoons. Tennis sessions will teach students the basics while helping them appreciate the sport at their own pace. Overall, you’ll find that the best way to learn a language is to combine it with a sport you love, so you can practise your vocabulary both on and off the court!
Level required Any tennis level is accepted.
Materials Students should bring sports clothes and appropriate shoes. You can bring your own tennis racket, but one will be provided for you if not.
Location Outdoor courts at a local tennis centre, accessible via public transport.
Number of students per group There will be four students and one teacher per court.
Sample weekly programme
| Part of the day | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Arrival to host family's home | Classes | Classes | Classes | Classes | Classes+ Project presentation + Certificate Ceremony | Excursion to Gruyères | Free day with host family |
| Afternoon | Activity programme or PLUS course | Activity programme or PLUS course | Waterpark | Activity programme or PLUS course | Half day trip to Chillon Castle | |||
| Evening | Evening with host family | Evening with host family | Barbecue | Evening with host family | Pizza, fajitas or burger party | Evening with host family | Evening with host family | Evening with host family |
For stays of one week only, weekend excursions are not included
Student reviews
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