Summer courses in Berlin
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Berlin, an ever-changing metropolis that attracts young people from all over the world. Often compared to Europe’s New York, this German capital is a melting pot of culture, history and modernity, making every language stay unforgettable.
Whether you’re looking to improve your German skills or explore a fast-paced city, Berlin is the place to be. Immerse yourself in the melting pot of Berlin and let yourself be seduced by its infectious energy.
German courses: general information
Please note: complete beginners must start on 30/06.
- Open to students aged 14 to 17
- Course duration: between 1 and 6 weeks
- Length of lesson: 45 minutes
- Maximum number of students per class: between 10 and 12 (15 maximum)
- Timetable: lessons are generally given in the morning
- Placement test: on the first day of the course
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
Course options
Standard course
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20 general German lessons per week
With this programme, you will have lessons every morning from 9:00 to 10:30 and from 11:00 to 12:30. You will develop the 4 basic skills of written and oral expression, listening comprehension and reading.
Levels offered: elementary to upper intermediate (A1 to B2)
Intensive course
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24 lessons of general German per week
You will follow the standard programme plus 4 German lessons per week.
Levels offered: elementary to advanced (A1 to C1)
The school organises 5 socio-cultural and sporting activities in the afternoons during the week and Sundays are spent with the family. Every 2-week stay includes an excursion day. A detailed timetable will be given to students at the beginning of their stay.
Example of possible activities :
Accommodation with a host family
Shared room, shared bathroom, full board
- Travel time to school: families are generally located in a residential area 25 to 60 minutes from the school by public transport
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Laundry done approximately once every fortnight
It is possible to request a single room at an additional cost (limited availability).
Travel
Day of arrival: Sunday (between 9am and 6pm)
Day of departure: Saturday (between 9am and 6pm)
Airport/station of arrival: Berlin (BER) or Berlin Hbf main station.
Transfer available on request (at an additional cost, see “Dates & Prices” tab).
Note: do not book your ticket until we have confirmed your stay (approximately 4 days after payment of your deposit).
Dates & Prices 2025
Dates 2025
From 1 to 4 weeks, from 29/06 to 26/07.
All levels from A1 to B2 – Complete beginners: departure date 6/07.
Price 2025
Includes course, accommodation, meals as described, all taxes and registration fees.
| lessons, activities & homestay - shared room, full board | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 20 lessons | 24 lessons |
| 1 week | € 950 | € 1.025 |
| 2 weeks | € 1.690 | € 1.840 |
| 3 weeks | € 2.535 | € 2.760 |
| 4 weeks | € 3.360 | € 3.660 |
| Extra week | € 840 | € 915 |
| Extras - per week | ||
| Extra night | € 100 | |
| Single room | € 150 | |
| Transfers (per journey) | ||
| Berlin Airport (BER) | € 90 | |
| Berlin Hbf central station | € 125 | |
| Supplement for transfers between 6pm and 9am | € 75 | |
| Supplement if ‘unaccompanied minor’ (UM) option | € 50 | |
The above prices include:
- The course chosen
- Accommodation with a host family in a shared room
- Full board
- Level test: on the first day of the course
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
- Teaching materials
- Activities per week (including entrance fees and travel)
- Local public transport card
- All taxes and school administration costs
Not included:
- Travel and transfers
- Optional insurance
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