Summer Language Course PLUS (Full-Day)

Indoor activities in the morning, outdoor fun in the afternoon, and extra language practice—our Vacation Language Course Plus offers a varied full-day program.

A vegetarian lunch is included every day and is already covered by the course fee.

Would you rather stick to indoor activities in the morning? Check it out here!

Annual Calendar

Various age groups (8–17) & skill levels

In German, French, and English

Small groups of up to 8 students

Cultural Journeys of Discovery

Find a class near you

5 locations throughout Switzerland, in German, English, and French!

🢩 Bern

July 6 – August 7, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 Basel

June 29 – August 7, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢢 Zurich

July 13 – August 14, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 St. Gallen

 July 6 – August 7, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢐 Aarau

July 6 – August 7, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢩 Bern

 Sept. 21 – Oct. 9, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 Basel

Sept. 28 – Oct. 9, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢢 Zurich

Oct. 5–16, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 St. Gallen

Sept. 28 – Oct. 16, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢐 Aarau

Sept. 28 – Oct. 9, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢩 Bern

Dec. 28–31, 2026

Mon–Thu

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 Basel

Dec. 28–31, 2026

Mon–Thu

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢢 Zurich

Dec. 28–31, 2026

Mon–Thu

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 St. Gallen

Dec. 28–31, 2026

Mon–Thu

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢐 Aarau

Dec. 28–31, 2026

Mon–Thu

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢩 Bern

Feb. 2–6, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 Basel

Feb. 16–27, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢢 Zurich

Feb. 9–20, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 St. Gallen

Jan. 26–30, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢐 Aarau

Jan. 26 – Feb. 6, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢩 Bern

April 6–17, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 Basel

March 30 – April 10, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢢 Zurich

April 20 – May 1, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🟢 St. Gallen

April 6–17, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

🢐 Aarau

April 6–17, 2026

Mon–Fri

9:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.

⏱ 15-minute break

Class times: 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., lunch break: 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., activities: 1:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Trial lessons

Transparent pricing, no hidden costs

Choose your favorite language—or learn several at once! Our teachers make every lesson an experience.

Number of weeks Course scope Course Price* Cost of Materials
1 week 45 lessons CHF 900.- CHF 30.-
2 week 90 lessons CHF 1700.- CHF 30.-
3 week 135 lessons CHF 2400.- CHF 60.-
4 week 180 lessons CHF 3200.- CHF 60.-
5 week 225 lessons CHF 4000.- CHF 60.-
6 week 270 lessons CHF 4800.- CHF 60.-

*CHF 100 in expenses per week

Class times: 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., lunch break: 12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., activities: 1:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Trial lessons

Photos from our summer language courses

Culture, fun, and games… Let’s have an unforgettable summer vacation!

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Here's what your week looks like!

Every day, a varied program awaits you, filled with learning, fun, and unforgettable experiences.
(2 outdoor activities, 3 afternoon language classes)

TAG 1

🌟 Monday

→ Creative introductions
→ You’ll get to know the weekly schedule
→ You’ll get to know your teaching materials for the week
→ Snack: Blévita, pretzel sticks, and fruit

TAG 2

📚 Tuesday

→ Independent work for Challenge Day
→ Exciting topics in the teaching materials
→ Snacks: croissants, crackers, and fruit
→ Lunch bag: water, fruit, Blévita, and Knoppers

TAG 3

🏆 Wednesday

→ Independent work for Challenge Day
→ Exciting topics in the teaching materials
→ Snacks: croissants, crackers, and fruit
→ Lunch bag: water, fruit, Blévita, and Knoppers

TAG 4

🚌 Thursday

→ Day trips in the region – Zurich, Bern, Basel, Aarau, or St. Gallen
→ Exciting local experiences – check out the activity schedule below!
→ Don't forget your lunch bag: water, fruit, Blévita, and Knoppers

TAG 5

🎮 Friday

→ Game Day – fun language games & lessons
→ Wrap-up session with feedback
→ Sweet treats: marble cake, ice cream & cookies
→ You’ll receive your ILS summer language course certificate

Weekly Schedule for Afternoon Outdoor Activities

Monday through Friday – Learn, explore, and have fun outdoors!

💡 These activities are just suggestions and can be adjusted at any time based on the group’s preferences, the weather, and the mood—there are plenty of other options!

MONDAY

City Rally on Bahnhofstrasse

Explore the Old Town with language activities

TUESDAY

Geocaching Lake Zurich

Treasure Hunt Around the Lake

WEDNESDAY

Nature Explorer

Explore the Lakeshore & Parks

THURSDAY

Street Missions & Mini-Interviews

Real conversations in the city

FRIDAY

Final Treasure Hunt at the Lake

Grand Finale on Lake Zurich

MONDAY

Old Town Scavenger Hunt

Explore Zytglogge and the surrounding area

TUESDAY

Geocaching in Gurten / Park

Hunt for hiding places, discover language

WEDNESDAY

Nature & Forest Explorer

Challenge in the Great Outdoors

THURSDAY

City Interview Mission

Language interviews in the Old Town

FRIDAY

Final Team Quest

Final Challenge & Team Winner

MONDAY

Old Town & Rhine City Rally

Language tours around the Old Town

TUESDAY

Geocaching Language Hunt

Scavenger hunt with language activities along the Rhine

WEDNESDAY

Zoo / Nature Mission

Discover Nature + Photo Challenge

THURSDAY

Street Interview Challenge

Survey people in the city center

FRIDAY

Final Treasure Hunt

Team Award Day & Grand Finale

MONDAY

Old Town City Rally

Aarau's Old Town with Language Challenges

TUESDAY

Geocaching Park / Nature Reserve

Treasure Hunt in Nature

WEDNESDAY

Nature Explorer Challenge

Explore & Discover the Outdoors

THURSDAY

Photo & Video Mission

Creative media projects in the city

FRIDAY

Final Treasure Hunt & Team Game

Grand Finale & Team Competition

MONDAY

Old Town Language Scavenger Hunt

Explore the Old Town in a fun way

TUESDAY

Geocaching in Drei Weieren

Nature & Hiding Spots Around the Ponds

WEDNESDAY

Forest & Nature Challenge

Outdoor adventures in nature

THURSDAY

Photo Mission City

Urban Photography with Language Exercises

FRIDAY

Final Team Quest & Award

Closing Ceremony & Awards Ceremony