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.

WPCS 42.0.3
lessons, activities & homestay - shared room, full board
Duration20 lessons24 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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