Language courses abroad brochure

2012 spring - summer autumn Language study programmes for juniors and teens in Switzerland, France or Germany

ESL - Juniors 8 to 14 yearsESL - Teens 13 to 17 years

Language studiesFrench, German, Italian, English

Introduction Why ESL? 4 General information 5 Language courses 8Activities and leisure 10Optional sports packages 16

French courses Switzerland

Leysin-Juniors 20 Leysin-Teens 22 Montreux-Riviera 24 France

Paris-Igny 26 Valbonne s / Cannes 28

German courses Switzerland

Zug 30 Germany

Freiburg 32 Westerwald 34

Italian courses Switzerland

Ascona 36

English courses Switzerland

Leysin-Juniors 20 Zug 30 Ascona 36France

Paris-Igny 26 Germany

Westerwald 34

Terms & conditions 37Enrolment form 38

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Fabien Produit Director

Dear students, dear parents,Learning a language whilst having fun, it’s possible! An ESL language study programme is a unique opportunity to study a new language and to meet new friends from all backgrounds, in the setting of magnificent active holidays.

To date, we propose one of the largest offers of vacation courses in Europe to you. Our various course centres have been carefully selected in Switzerland, France and Germany. They meet high quality standards in terms of accommodation, teaching and extracurricular activities. In addition, they are situated in regions offering wide-ranging possibilities of sports activities and attractive excursions.

Our programmes are recognised by numerous international organisations, vouching for our professionalism and the quality of our products. We have created a welcoming, stimulating and secure environment in order to offer our students a memorable stay in the best conditions.

Being an ESL student means joining the thousands of students from more than 70 countries worldwide who have opted, since 1996, for one of our destinations.

We guarantee you an unforgettable stay and we look forward to welcoming you soon in one of our course centres.”

Welcome to ESL

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A programme adapted to each age bracketVarious course locations are proposed according to your age and your level of autonomy. ESL organises optimised programmes which are perfectly suited to the motivations and specific interests of each age group. Here are the two options proposed.

A few good reasons which have already persuaded our students Our students study in centres belonging to a school recognised by national and international labels. They have the possibility to get to know students from across the world. During the courses, they benefit from the dynamics of studying in small groups.According to their preference, they have the choice between accommodation in a residence or in a host family.During their entire stay in the residence, they benefit from the peace of mind of 24-hour supervision.In addition, they participate in an incredible programme of activities and excursions, included in the price.They are given the possibility to add an additional dimension to their language study stay by selecting various activities, excursions and optional packages.In the same way, they compose their study programme thanks to the optional courses.And, of course, all of them have gained maximum benefit from the sound advice of our team when making their choice.

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General information

ESL-Teens (13-17 years) spring, summer, autumn

Leysin, Montreux-Riviera, Paris-Igny, Valbonne s/Cannes, Zug, Freiburg, Westerwald, Ascona

The ESL-Teens programmes are aimed at students from 13 to 17 years. Destined for older students, this option takes place either in residential centres or with the option of host family accommodation.

ESL-Juniors (8 / 10 -14 ans) summer Leysin, Westerwald

The ESL-Juniors programmes are destined for students of 8/10 to 14 years. Our young students benefit from specific supervision allowing for optimal care which is adapted to their age. In the same way, the class times, activities and themed evening activities are adapted according to their needs and interests.


The ESL programmes Attractive destinations!We have carefully chosen the locations of our course centres whilst considering the main criteria which contribute, as far as we are concerned, to the success of a language study stay:

The proximity of cultural and tourist attractions, for entertaining activities and excursions.The ease of access by means of transport, particularly the proximity of international airports and train stations. The diversity and quality of the facilities in the course venues and in their surroundings, in order to offer our students a suitable study environment, optimal accommodation and the possibility to practise numerous sports.The international renown of the chosen destinations.

Accommodation A home away from home abroad!It is certainly easier to communicate, to exchange and to discover the culture around you when you feel at ease, “like at home”. In this way, in a pleasant and convivial environment which meets your expectations, you will be able to take full advantage of your language study stay. ESL has therefore selected the accommodation options which best suit the requirements of young students. According to the region, our students can choose to stay in a residence or with a host family. Whichever option you choose, you will be in an ideal situation to practise the language you are studying every day.

The ESL residences Living with young people of all nationalities, discovering various points of view and making friends, residence accommodation allows you to have a very enriching experience of community and international life. According to the destination, the students are accommodated in bedrooms with 1 to 4 beds with other ESL students. The language classes, the majority of meals as well as some of the activities take place within, or in the immediate surroundings of, the ESL campuses (residence + course centre). On request and depending on availability, our students may be accommodated with a friend.

The ESL host familiesThe conviviality of a family environment, a daily practice of the language of the country and the discovery of a new culture are some of the numerous advantages that accommodation with a host family offers. You will stay in a double room and will share the common rooms with the members of the family. You have breakfast and the evening meal with the family and lunch in the cafeteria of the course centre. On request and depending on availability, our students may be accommodated with a friend.

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Pocket money service Just like at the bank!In the ESL residences, a pocket money service is proposed to the students. Functioning like a bank, the pocket money service is open every day, allowing for the deposit or withdrawal of money by

the students.

Internet & telephone access Stay connected!In order that each student may keep in contact with his/her family, there is nothing like Internet access. All of the ESL course centres are equipped in order that the students may access their e-mails for free. On the other hand, the course venues in the Alps are situated in regions which benefit from good network coverage for mobile phones.

Insurance Travel with full peace of mind!By means of our enrolment form, we propose to you to take out various options of insurance cover described below. These insurances are valid in Switzerland, in France or in Germany.

Health/accident During your enrolment for one of our programmes, you will need to certify that you are in possession of compulsory health and accident insurance cover, valid in the country that you will have chosen to visit. Cancellation In addition, we strongly recommend to you to take out a cancellation insurance, in the case where, at the last minute, you should be unable to participate in the language study programme that you have booked.

ESL supervision 100% safety!We look for the best environment possible in order that your language study stay is a real success. The supervision of our students is effective and discreet, adapted to the age-group and the type of accommodation booked. In this way, each student can gain maximum benefit from his/her stay in complete safety. From the first to the last day, the members of the ESL team are present and available to give the assistance requested by each student and to ensure their necessary safety. In the ESL residences, a complete 24-hour surveillance allows for optimal supervision. Students who choose ESL host families benefit from more free time in accordance with their parental authorisation. Emergency numbers, which are reachable on a 24/7 basis, are in service in each of the ESL course centres.

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Arrival at the course centres Very easy access!

By planeEach of the ESL destinations is situated close to an international airport: Geneva, Zurich, Cologne/Bonn, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Basel / Mulhouse, Milan or Nice…Whatever the chosen town or city for your language study stay, you will benefit from facilitated access! If you wish, you may book the “ESL airport transfer” service. A member of our team will drive you directly to where you are staying. A practical service for a smooth landing.

By carParents who wish to drive their children by car to the course venue are welcome. Complete documentation with all of the necessary information will be given to you prior to the stay. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more detailed information.

By trainThe “ESL train station transfer” service may be booked if you are travelling by train. Just like our “ESL airport transfer”, a member of the ESL team welcomes you at your arrival at the train station and drives you to your destination.

+ By train, with ESL supervisionBound for our Westerwald course centre in Germany only, an accompanying adult takes care of the students from their departure at the train station in Lausanne until their arrival at ESL Westerwald. In this way, you will travel in a relaxed manner, without worrying about the train changes to be carried out.

By busESL organises bus transfers from the main cities in German-speaking Switzerland, bound for the course centres located in French-speaking Switzerland. This is a good opportunity to get to know some other students before the arrival at the course centre.


The ESL language courses

Learning a language has never been so fun!The ESL course programmes have been especially designed for young students and are adapted to the level of each participant. Thanks to sound teaching experience, ESL proposes an effective and enjoyable approach to language learning. The teachers attach particular importance to communication. They propose interactive and motivating classes which allow for the easy practice of newly acquired language skills. Progress is made naturally in a pleasant atmosphere.This is the dream opportunity to develop your language skills and to have an unforgettable experience.

The ESL teachersOur teaching team is made up of young and dynamic teachers who teach in their native language. The ESL teachers are chosen for their teaching talent, their enthusiasm and for the attention they know to give to each student. They make every effort in order to create a relaxed, fun and stimulating atmosphere. The topics of the lessons are as close as can be to the interests of the students. Even during the extracurricular activities, the teachers encourage the students to use the language being studied. This fun and motivating teaching is the key to effective learning.

Courses adapted to your levelWhatever their level of skills in the language they are studying, our students take a course adapted to their level. At the beginning of their stay, all of the ESL students sit an evaluation test, thanks to which each student is placed in a class corresponding best to his/her level. Each week, a small evaluation allows the teacher to accurately follow up on the progress being made by each of his/her students.

The ESL certificateAt the end of your stay, you receive an ESL certificate which attests to your participation in classes, validates the language level reached and specifies the results obtained.


Standard and intensive coursesStandard course

20 lessons per week

(Leysin-Juniors / 15 lessons per week)

Intensive course

25 lessons per week

(Leysin-Juniors / 20 lessons per week)

The ESL classes take place from Monday to Friday. In each course venue, you have the choice between a standard course and an intensive course. If you choose the intensive course, you benefit from an additional lesson per day, focussed mainly on oral communication and the development of common projects. The module of 25 lessons is ideal for gaining maximum benefit from your group classes.

Optional cousesConversation coursesThis course includes two weekly lessons of 45 minutes. Thanks to game-related exercises in various contexts (role plays, theatre, etc.), the conversation course will allow you to develop your ability to express yourself in a more fluent and natural way in various situations of everyday life.

Private coursesIn order to make maximum progress, you can choose the ESL private course programme. This option allows you to benefit from an additional 5 lessons of 45 minutes per week in order to reach your personal objectives.


La structure de nos cours et notre répartition par niveau sont en accord avec le Cadre Européen Commun de Référence pour les Langues (CECRL) qui constitue le cadre standard européen pour l’éducation des langues étrangères.

Le tableau ci-dessous est une synthèse de l’échelle du CECRL et vous permettra de situer rapidement le niveau linguistique que vous pourrez atteindre pendant votre séjour linguistique ainsi que le niveau requis pour passer l’un des différents examens officiels.

Included activities

A fascinating programme!At ESL, we are convinced that a great programme of activities is a key element to the success of a language study stay. It is for this reason that, in all of our camps, we propose a very complete and varied programme, offering numerous exciting opportunities for sports, encounters and leisure, which allow to create a warm atmosphere, strengthen links of friendship between students and of course, greatly contribute to the practice of the studied language. And in order that each of our young clients may participate in full security and that no one is left out, all of the activities, organised and supervised by our teams of activity coordinators, are entirely included in the price of the stay.

Sports Excursions Evening activities

Sports

In each of the course centres, a dozen or so varied sports, included in the programme, are proposed to students during their stay. On a daily basis, several indoor or outdoor sports are organised and supervised by the ESL team. According to your preferences, you can, for example, choose between beach volleyball, badminton, basketball, football, street hockey, swimming and table tennis, among others.

Sports Leysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens

Montreux-Riviera Paris-Igny Valbonne

s / Cannes Zug Freiburg Westerwald Ascona

Badminton • • • • • • • • •

Basketball • • • • • • • •

Beachvolley • • • • • •

Baseball •

Football • • • • • • • • •

Handball • • • • • • • • •

Beach games • • • • • • • • •

Swimming • • • • • • • • •

"Pétanque", Bowls’ game • • • • • • •

Ping-Pong • • • • • • • • •

Piste Vita • • • • • •

Hiking • • • • • • • • •

Tchoukball • • • • • • • • •

All-sports tournament • • • • • • • • •

Streethockey • • • • • • • •

Volleyball • • • • • • • • •

Climbing (Indoor) •

Pool game • • •

Video games • • •

Tabletop soccer • • • • •

Bowling •

Nordic walking •

Field hockey •



Excursions

In order to add a cultural dimension to the activities programme, ESL also proposes numerous excursions. They are organised each week in our various course centres. In this way, in Switzerland, you visit, depending on the course venue, the medieval Château de Chillon, the Brissago Islands or the tourist city of Lucerne. Contemplate Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower or explore Monaco or the Île Sainte-Marguerite on the Côte d’Azur for example. Westerwald proposes, among others, the Chocolate Museum in Cologne, or an incredible Sea life centre, or even a crossing on the Rhine. And during your stay in Freiburg, be sure to visit Europa Park, one of Europe’s largest theme parks! Each week, the discovery of the region in question takes place over a day and a half which is dedicated to these excursions and which allow you to discover the region. Your camera is a must!

Excursions Leysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens


s / Cannes Zug Freiburg Westerwald Ascona

“Le Château de Chillon” • • •

Gruyères • • •

Geneva, Lausanne • • •

Montreux, Vevey • • •

Le Bouveret • • •

Antibes, Monaco, Nice, St-Tropez •

Ste. Marguerite Islands •

Visit to Grasse •

Wildlife Park •

Lucerne, Zurich •Boat excursion on the “Zuger See” •

Zoo in Zurich •

Museum of Technology in Winterthur •

Rhinefalls • •

Höll caves in Baar •

Sea Life Centre •

Volcano Park •

Chocolate museum •

Zoo in Cologne •

Bonn, Cologne •

Boat excursion on the Rhine •

Lugano, Locarno •

The Three Castles in Bellinzona •Boat excursion on the “Lago Maggiore” •

Excursion to Bella, Madre and Brissago islands •

Excursion to Monte Tamaro with adventure park •

“La Tour Montparnasse” / “La Tour Eiffel” •

“Notre-Dame” / “Les Champs-Elysées” •

Excursion on a "Bateau Mouche" •

“Le Château de Versailles” •

Museum of Air and Space •

Disneyland Paris (included 1x per stay) •

“Musée d’Orsay” •

“Musée de la Marine” •

“Musée des Sciences” •

Europa Park (included 1x per stay) •

Nature & Animal Park •

Karlsruhe/ Stuttgart •

Zoo in Basel •

Constance Lake •

Mercedes-Benz Museum •

Medias Museum •

Included activities


Evening activities

The evening activities organised by ESL are favourable moments during which you can practise your newly acquired language skills in a relaxed way. Whether for cinema, barbecue or disco evenings, the ESL team in charge of organising the activities make every effort in order that you may make memorable progress.

Soirées Leysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens


s /Cannes Zug Freiburg Westerwald Ascona

Movie evening • • • • • • • • •

Disco Party • • • • • • • • •

Barbecue /restaurant • • • • • • • • •

Beach Party • • • • • •

Themed evening • • • • • • • • •

ESL-Party • • • • • • • • •

Games • • • • • • • • •

Talent show • • • • • • • • •


Sports & leisure

The optional «sports and leisure» programme is aimed at ESL students who wish to take part in specific sports like mountain biking, skateboarding or ice-skating, for example. The optional nature of the leisure activities and excursions is also provided for. Whatever the region of your language study stay, a varied choice of additional activities is available on all of the campuses.

Adventure

With ESL, even the most reckless won’t risk being disappointed! The optional «adventure» activities programme, supervised by qualified professionals, has been designed in order to satisfy genuine thrill-seekers. With activities such as paragliding, indoor wall climbing, via ferrata, wakeboarding, Big Banana and karting, we have brought together in our «adventure» option an explosive cocktail made up of altitude, speed, boardsports and water.

Optional activities

Memories for life!And if you wanted more?

You want even more sport, more emotions, more adventures, more adrenaline?

Our team of activity coordinators have thought of you. Check out the list of optional activities which are proposed and discover all the exhilerating

opportunities which are offered to you. Get the very most out of your stay, discover new sports, participate in captivating

excursions and meet friends from the 4 corners of the world.

With ESL, you will have memories for life!


Sports & leisure Leysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens

Montreux-Riviera

Paris- Igny

Valbonne s/Cannes Zug Freiburg Westerwald Ascona

CHF CHF CHF EUR EUR CHF EUR EUR CHF

Introduction to Scuba diving 65

Fitness 19 19 25 17 15 19 10 19

Introduction to Golf 50 60

Minigolf 5 5 5 15 5 4 5 6

Mountainbike 37 37 20 20 15 15

Paddleboat 10 10 10

Horse riding 31 31 35 26 26 39 26 20 39

Inline skating 15 12

Squash 14 14 12 17 12 17

Tennis 19 19 17 14 13 19 13 10 17

Shopping 25 25 21 15 20 25 20 20 21

Waterpark 35 35 35 30 24 25 20 20

Skatepark 10 free

Fishing 45

Curling 10 10

Ice skating 14 14

Snow shoe excursion 24

Tobogganing 20

Yoga 15 15 17 12 12

Arts 15 /h 15 /h 15 20 15 10

Bowling 15 15 15 12 12 12 free

Aerobic/Break-dance 17 17 17 17 17 17

Sea Life Centre 20 31 20

Free shuttle for Cannes /Antibes 9

Phantasialand 30

Funplanet 20 to 30 20 to 30 20 to 30

“Musée Grévin” 19

“Parc Astérix” 45

Disneyland Paris 70

Archery 12

Lasergame 15

Paris guided tour by bus 20

Europa Park 36

Adventure Leysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens

Montreux-Riviera

Paris- Igny



Big Banana 24 24 24 33 30 15

Barefoot 50

Dirty-Scoot (2 runs) 52 52 35

Climbing (Indoor) 16 16 40 19 free 10

Sailing 60 60 60 36 35

Paragliding (tandem) 150 150 150 180 135 180

Parascending 81

“Via Ferrata” from 69 19

Waterski (1 run) 29 29 29 33 45 30 30

Waterski (1 private lesson) 50 51 40 70

Windsurf 45

Summer Bobsleigh 70 70 30 20 16 30

Wakeboard (1 run) 29 29 29 50 33 45 30 30

Wakeboard (1 private lesson) 50 51 40 70

Karting 30 30 from 23 30 from 15 25 35

Adventure park 40 40 40 27 26 35 25 15 35

Flying-fish 33

Wakeskate 50

Canoe Kayak 40

The activity prices shown are indicative only and may be subject to change.


Sports packages

Training a specific sport!Thanks to the sports packages, you can practise intensively the activity of your choice!

Whether tennis, sailing, horse riding, skiing/snowboarding, dance, downhill sports, football, golf or deep-sea diving, take full advantage of your stay by taking part in one of our 11 optional packages. Organised and supervised by qualified instructors, they are proposed as a supplement to the standard programme and do not encroach on the included multi-activities programme, excursions or evening activities. Take advantage of your language study stay in Switzerland, France or Germany in order to dedicate time to your favourite sport.

Adrenaline

Hair-raising descents that are bursting with adrenaline, this is what this programme proposes to you! Your first two days of adventure take place at the handlebars of a mountain bike and a dirty scooter. Equipped with all the protection you need, you develop your pilot skills on the specially prepared staggering slopes. And that’s not all…sitting in a toboggan on a track, on a 3000m high glacier, you will tear down the slope at great speed, lying flat along spectacular curves.

Leysin-Teens (summer) 3 sessions/week

Dance

Do you have rhythm in your feet? Whether it’s an art, a sport or entertainment for you, this package provides you with pleasure and well-being. Learn and improve the various dance techniques (hip hop, salsa, modern jazz, etc.) and work towards the development of choreographies, guided by dance teachers.

Leysin-Teens (summer) / Montreux-Riviera 3 sessions/week

Horse riding

Are you passionate about horses and horse riding? Then this programme is made for you! Destined for participants who wish to practise horse riding during their language study stay, this package offers the opportunity to ride three afternoons per week. The horse riding lessons take place in riding schools and during horse rides. The renvers, supporting rein and footing changes will no longer be a secret to you!

Leysin-Teens (spring – summer – autumn)Leysin-Juniors / Freiburg / Westerwald / Paris-Igny

3 sessions/week


FeesLeysin-Juniors

Leysin-Teens

Montreux-Riviera

Paris- Igny



Tennis 215 215 145 120 215 120 120 195

Horse riding 195 195 145 150 95

Golf 120 165

Discover Scuba 160

Scuba CMAS 1 420

Scuba PADI 1 595

Sailling 160 160

Ski / Snowboard 205

Adrenaline 215

Dance 160 160

Football 120


Sports packages

Football

For budding professionals, we organise a football programme in the ESL centre in Germany. Thanks to the outdoor and indoor (synthetic covered pitches) facilities, you can play without worrying about the weather. Pamper yourself! Following the shrewd guidelines of a qualified trainer, improve your technique and vision of the game within international teams, made up of students from the four corners of the world.

Westerwald 3 sessions/week

Golf

Thanks to the great 18-hole golf courses located in the area of our course centres, practise your swing, perfect your shots and hone your strokes on the green, all in a postcard-like setting. This programme, lead by professional trainers, is destined for players of all levels, whatever their handicap.

Zug / Valbonne s/Cannes 3 sessions/week

«DISCOVER SCUBA» introduction to diving 3 sessions/week

This package is especially designed for beginners who wish to start with the basics of deep-sea diving. Following a theoretical introduction and practice in the swimming pool, you will be able to embark on your first diving session in the sea in the company of qualified instructors.

«SCUBA / CMAS 1» diving training 6 sessions/fornightIf you wish to push your experience further, this package includes 6 technical diving sessions in the sea, up to a depth of 20 metres. An internationally recognised official French certificate, “1er niveau de plongée” will be awarded to you at the end of the programme. This package is destined for students staying for a minimum of 2 weeks in Valbonne s/Cannes. On request, the “2ème niveau” certificate can also be taken.

«SCUBA / PADI 1» diving training 8 sessions/fornightThe PADI training is the most recognised diving training programme in the world. In this way, you make your entrance into the world of diving by following the «Open Water Diver» training. 8 diving sessions in the sea up to a depth of 18 metres are run by qualified instructors. An international certificate attesting to the level is awarded, allowing for the continuation of the training worldwide. On request, the exam for the 2nd level can also be prepared and taken. This package is destined for students staying for a minimum of 2 weeks in Valbonne s/Cannes.

Scuba diving

Do you have a longing for the deep blue depths of the ocean? Take advantage of your language study stay on the Côte d’Azur in order to discover deep-sea diving in complete safety. In a clear and glistening sea, discover the silent and multicoloured ballet of the marine fauna in the company of real underwater professionals who will share their passion with you. 3 options are proposed. They all include the hiring of the material, the theoretical and practical classes and the exam fees, if it is the case.

Valbonne s/Cannes


Ski / Snowboard

An undisputed kingdom of seasoned skiiers and snowboarders, Leysin is one of the nicest ski resorts in the Swiss Alps. Thanks to the «ski/snowboard» package, you will be able to combine your language classes with 3 afternoons of snow sports under the supervision of ESL instructors. An ideal activity, perfectly suited to this small corner of white paradise. This package is reserved for students who have already practised skiing or snowboarding. The material is not included in the price of the package.

Leysin-Teens (spring) 3 sessions/week

Tennis

Improve your language level as much as your serve ! The training sessions, the single or doubles matches and the shrewd advice of your coach will allow you to give the best of your racket! Qualified teachers give instruction 3 times per week. In some course centres, according to the weather conditions, sessions may take place at the end of the afternoon.

Leysin-Teens (summer - autumn) / Leysin-Juniors Freiburg / Westerwald / Zug / Ascona / Valbonne s/Cannes / Paris-Igny

3 sessions/week

Sailing

With the “sailing” package, you will be able to perfect your skills in the basics of sailing a dinghy and the manœuvres and techniques of the operation of sails. The package is proposed as much to novices as experienced navigators and supervision is assured by professional instructors. The sessions take place in the afternoon, 3 times per week, in the dream surroundings of Lake Geneva and Lake Maggiore. Whether in beam reach position or rigging the symmetric spinakker…Sails ahoy!

Montreux-Riviera / Ascona 3 sessions/week


LeysinThe oxygen of the Alps

Key facts

ClassesDuration of a lesson (mins.) 45Standard (lessons / week) 15Intensive (lessons / week) 20

Sports packagesTennis / horse riding

Accommodation residence quadruple bedrooms

TransfersGeneva airportLeysin train stationLucerne, Zurich, Egerkingen, Bern

Located in the Swiss Alps, at an altitude of 1263 m, the charming resort of Leysin benefits from exceptional sun exposure which has contributed to its renown amongst nature and mountain lovers.

A tourist destination for more than a century, barely 30 minutes away from Lake Geneva and the magnificent scenery of the Lavaux*, Leysin has managed to remain attractive and evolve over time, developing its facilities and notably obtaining the very exclusive Swiss «Families Welcome» label, with strict quality and security requirements for all animations and activities destined for children.

It is due to this privileged location that we have chosen Leysin to establish our Juniors courses, in order that our young people may, in addition to the learning of languages, make the most of the fresh air and fun there whilst practising their favourite sports and leisure activities.

*Listed as UNESCO World Heritage

• Leysin

• LuganoGenève

• Berne

Zurich •


Weekly programme (sample)

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY ThUrSDAY friDAY SATUrDAY SUNDAY

Mor

ning Fitness, Ping-Pong, Pool,

Football, Beachvolley,Streethockey

Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + weekly test Excursion to:Shopping in Lausanne

orHorse riding

orFree time in Leysin

Excursion to:Amusement park

“ Fun Planet”

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Lessons

Excursion to: Visit of a Chocolate factory or Aquapark

Arts workshop,Climbing, Fitness,

Ice skating / hockey,Minigolf, Tennis

Hiking,Mountainbike,

Dirty-Scoot,Freesbee

Ping-Pong,Ball games,Piste Vita,

Streetbasket,Squash, Tchoukball

Even

ing

Talent show Barbecue on the lake side Movie evening “Challenges” evening Musical quizz evening Disco Party Welcome evening

ESL Juniors 8 -14 years

french & English / summer

The ESL Leysin course centre «Le Central-Résidence»Our ESL “Le Central-Résidence” course centre is located a stone’s throw away from the main train station of Leysin. It possesses all of the comfort suited to a successful language study stay in the Alps, including renovated classrooms, welcoming restaurants, a beautiful sunny terrace, an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room as well as relaxation and games areas.The bedrooms, modelled in a typically Alpine wooded and warm style, are equipped with a television and a telephone, as well as a private bathroom.

Dates & prices in CHF / 2012Arrival on Sunday Departure on Saturday

SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08

Standard Intensive 15 lpw 20 lpw1 Week* 1305 13952 Weeks 2315 24553 Weeks 3365 35654 Weeks 4455 4725additional week 1105 1175* subject to availability

Optional sports packagesTennis 215Horse riding 195

Transfers – return fare

Geneva airport: Collective, according to schedule 200(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)

Collective, outside of schedule 380(outside of schedules mentioned above)

Private 650(arrival and departure at any time)

Bus, departure pick-up points:

-Lucerne 140-Zurich 130-Egerkingen 120-Berne 110


Key facts


Optional coursesconversation & private courses

Sports packagestennis / horse riding / ski-snowboard adrenaline / dance

Accommodation residence double to

quadruple beedrooms

TransfersGeneva airportLeysin train stationLucerne, Zurich, Egerkingen, Bern

LeysinThe oxygen of the Alps

It is no accident that Leysin welcomes so many international schools and students from around the world.

Everything is brought together here in order to offer ideal study conditions but also to satisfy the aspirations of a public which is young and eager for discoveries.

The facilities of the dynamic resort of the Vaudois Alps allow you to devote a lot of time to a wide variety of sports and leisure activities in a preserved natural setting, which complete the plentiful benefits of the nearby Swiss Riviera.

It is in this ideal environment that our course centres “Le Classic” in summer and “Le Central Résidence” in autumn propose tailor-made programmes adapted to 13-17 year olds. With a judicious mix of language classes, sports and leisure activities, each student finds what they are looking for and may blossom in full security and be perfectly supervised.

• Leysin

• LuganoGenève

• Berne

Zurich •


ESL Teens 13 -17 years

french / spring, summer, autumn


SPRING :8.04 – 14.04 / 15.04 – 21.04 / 22.04 – 28.04

SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08

AUTUMN :30.09 – 6.10 / 7.10 – 13.10 / 14.10 – 20.10

Standard IntensiveSPRING / AUTUMN : 20 lpw 25 lpw1 Week 1185 12452 Weeks 2085 22153 Weeks 3095 3295additional week 1025 1095

SUMMER : 1 Week* 1305 13952 Weeks 2315 24553 Weeks 3365 35654 Weeks 4455 4725additional week 1105 1175* subject to availability

Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 60Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 300Optional sports packagesTennis (summer/autumn) 215Horse riding (spring/summer/autumn) 195Ski/Snowboard (spring) 8.04 - 21.02 205Adrenalin (summer) 215Dance (summer) 160Transfers – return fare




Bus, departure pick-up points: -Lucerne 140-Zurich 130-Egerkingen 120-Bern 110



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + weekly test Horse riding or

Free time in Leysinor

Excursion to:Shopping in Montreux

and Jazz Festival

Excursion to :Geneva, visit

of ICRC Museum

Aft

erno

on

Beach volley,Football, Minigolf,

Pool, Fitness,Dance

Streetbasket,Streethockey,Dirty-scoot,

Indoor climbing,Squash, Via Ferrata

Excursion to: Aquapark or Funplanet or

Labyrinthe Aventure or Adventure park

Tennis, Paragliding,Football indoor,

“Pétanque”, Curling

Hiking,Mountainbike,Arts workshop

Even

ing

Pimp my Friend Show Movie evening Barbecue on the lake side Free evening Disco Party Sports tournament Welcome evening

The ESL Leysin course centre «Le Classic» spring, summerThe ESL «Le Classic» course centre is ideally situated in the very centre of the resort, close to the 2 sports centres. Equipped with classrooms, restaurants and a cinema, it is a privileged spot for a language study stay. The students are accommodated in double or triple bedrooms, with a private bathroom, a telephone and a television. Thanks to the «Internet café» area, the student can access their e-mails and the Internet for free. The language classes, meals as well as some of the activities take place directly on the campus.

The ESL Leysin course centre «Le Central-Résidence» autumnOur ESL «Le Central-Résidence» course centre is located a stone’s throw away from the main train station of Leysin. It possesses all of the comfort suited to a successful language study stay in the Alps, including renovated classrooms, welcoming restaurants, a beautiful sunny terrace, an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room as well as relaxation and games areas. The bedrooms, modelled in a typically Alpine wooded and warm style, are equipped with a television and a telephone as well as a private bathroom.


Montreux-Riviera The Pearl of the Swiss Riviera

Key facts



Sports packagessailing / dance

Accommodation residence double bedrooms

TransfersGeneva airportMontreux train stationLucerne, Zurich, Egerkingen, Bern

• Montreux

• LuganoGenève

• Berne

Zurich •

“You wish to carry out a language study stay in an exceptional natural setting and learn French in one of the most beautiful regions of Switzerland? Then Montreux is a must!

”Situated on the banks of Lake Geneva, in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, Montreux enjoys a mild and pleasant microclimate which gives it a Mediterranean feel and has earned it the name “Pearl of the Swiss riviera”.

On following the quays lined with exotic trees, walkers are amazed each time by the breathtaking panorama they have before their eyes. Between the lake and mountains, the region offers an exceptional choice of sports and cultural activities. Montreux welcomes events on an international scale like the Montreux Jazz Festival or the Christmas Market, which have given this beautiful tourist region its reputation for several years.



SUMMER :8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 60Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 300Optional sports packagesSailing 160Dance 160Transfers – return fare




Bus, departure pick-up points: -Lucerne 130-Zurich 120-Egerkingen 110-Bern 100

The ESL Montreux-Riviera course centreThe course centre is located in the heart of Montreux, a stone’s throw away from the central train station and only 5 minutes’ walk from the quays of Lake Geneva.Modern and welcoming, it is equipped with spacious and bright classrooms. A common room equipped with computers with a free Internet connection allows our students to access their e-mails. In addition, our centre has its own gym room as well as a cafeteria where lunch is taken each day before undertaking the afternoon activities.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + testExcursion to:

Visit of Geneva city,Red Cross Museum

and shopping on the lake side

Free day with the host family

Aft

erno

on

Beach, Paddle boat,Minigolf,

Dance Hip-Hop,Basketball

Excursion to: Château de Chillon

or Shopping in Lausanneor “Espace des Inventions”

or Fitness

Hikingor

Musée de l’Alimentationor

Adventure park

Paragliding, Aquaparc,Big Banana,

Waterski,Pool

Sports tournament , Mountainbike,Horse riding,“Pétanque”

Even

ing

Evening with host family Jazz Festival Free evening Barbecue on the

lake side Disco Party Free evening Welcome evening


french / summer


Paris-Igny The capital of the French-speaking world

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / horse riding

Accommodation residence single to

triple bedrooms

TransfersParis-Orly airportCharles de Gaulle (Roissy) airportAll Paris SNCF train stations

• Paris - Igny

• Bordeaux

Genève •

Paris •

Nice

Imagine yourself at the top of the Eiffel Tower, or discovering the city from the bridge of a river boat. Sit down for a 3D projection which is even better than the real thing at the geode of the Museum of Science, pose beside the wax statue of Zinadine Zidane, stroll along the lively small streets of the Quartier Latin, applaud the Beaubourg street artists or admire the splendours of the Palace of Versailles and tell yourself you’re not dreaming. Our destination of Paris-Igny promises you all this and much more besides.

A charming small town to the south-west of the Parisian belt, nicknamed the garden town, Igny is an oasis of fresh air and greenery barely 25 minutes from the heart of the capital by RER (train).

This favourable location allows us to offer as extraordinary a destination as Paris in full security and to combine language classes, sports and residence accommodation in a magnificent environment with the discovery of all the marvels of the city of lights.


Dates & prices in EUR / 2012Arrival on Sunday Departure on Saturday

SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08


DAy CAMP Standard Intensive 20 lpw 25 lpw1 Week* 515 5702 Weeks 825 9003 Weeks 1175 12904 Weeks 1545 1700additional week 395 435* subject to availability

Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 40Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 195Optional sports packagesTennis 145Horse riding 145Transferts – aller / retour

Paris-Orly airport: Collective, according to schedule 50(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)



Paris-CDG (Roissy) airport: Collective, according to schedule 95(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)



All Paris SNCF train stations: Private 150(arrival and departure at any time)

The ESL Paris-Igny course centreWith a property of 5 hectares, our ESL «Saint Nicolas» course centre in Paris-Igny is located 15 kilometres south west of the centre of the capital. Modern and pleasant classrooms, a sports hall, computer rooms, multimedia rooms with a video projector and audio systems and various games are part of the very complete facilities available. The students stay in nice, entirely renovated bedrooms for 2 to 4 people. The park, a veritable green setting, is made up of, amongst others, football pitches, basketball courts, handball courts and athletics tracks.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + testShopping

in “Champs Elysées”

“Disneyland Paris”or

“Parc Astérix”or

Museum

Aft

erno

on “Tour Eiffel” & “Champs de Mars”

orRiver Cruise

FootballBeach games

Volleyball, BasketballPing Pong, Babyfoot

“Château de Versailles”or

“Grand Rex à Paris”or

“Tour Montparnasse”

Baseball, BadmintonHandball, Ping Pong

Babyfoot,Barefoot-Waterski-

Wakeboard

“Musée du Louvre”or

“Montmartre” and“Sacré Cœur”

or“Notre-Dame de Paris”

Even

ing

“Ice breaker” evening Movies evening Barbecue evening “Challenge” evening Disco Party Free evening Sports challenge Welcome evening


french & English / summerDAY CAMPAlso available

Tuition + Lunch + Activities[ ]

DAY CAMP*

Egalement disponible

Cours + Déjeuner + Activités


Valbonne s/Cannes La Côte d’Azur, the Magnificent

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / diving / golf

Accommodation residence single and

double bedrooms

TransfersNice airportAntibes train station

• Valbonne s/Cannes

• Bordeaux

Genève •

Paris •

Nice

“For a language study stay in the south of France devoted to studies, sun and sea, the Côte d’Azur welcomes you with open arms….Become a star of French and return with stars in your eyes!”

An important centre of cinema, gastronomy, sports and tourism, the Côte d’Azur extends over around fifty kilometres between Cannes and Monaco and is served by Nice International Airport.

Besides the luxury boutiques and the flashy Croisette, the natural scents of the hills above Cannes encourage you to take full advantage of the Mediterranean climate. From the vastness of the Mediterranean to the charm of the Provence Alps, as well as the sumptuous seaside towns, the picturesque villages; everything is brought together on the Côte d’Azur for an unforgettable language study stay!



SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 40Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 195Optional sports packagesTennis 120Golf 120Discover Scuba 160Scuba CMAS 1 420Scuba PADI 1 595Transfers – return fare

Nice airport:Collective, according to schedule 90(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)



The ESL Valbonne s/Cannes course centreMagnificently situated close to the sea, on the hills above Cannes, our Côte d’Azur campus has numerous facilities including football pitches, basketball courts and an athletics track as well as an outdoor swimming pool.The students stay here in nice single or double bedrooms and a large restaurant, a cinema and an auditorium complete this exceptional centre.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + test

Shopping in Niceor

Free time in Valbonne

Excursion to: Monaco,

Oceanographic Museum

or The Prince Palaceor

Visit of Saint-Tropez

Aft

erno

on

Dance Hip-Hop,Beachvolley,Streetbasket,

Pool, Orienteering course

Boomerang, Fitness,Football, Badminton

Free shuttle for:Cannes Beach

Excursion to:Aquapark “Marineland”

or Aquasplash

Bowling, Diving,Optional excursion to:

Cannes Beachor Big Bananaor Flying Fish

Tennis, Horse riding,Hiking, Lasergame,

Optional excursion to:Antibes Beach

or Sailing

Even

ing

Water Olympics Movie evening Barbecue evening Free evening Disco Party Sports tournament Welcome evening


french / summer


Zug In search of Central Switzerland

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / golf

Accommodation residence triple bedrooms

TransfersZurich airportZug train station

Zug •

• Bern

• Lugano

Zürich

“A choice destination for learning German and English, Zug is a charming tourist town in central Switzerland which offers a particularly serene and secure environment for your language study stay. Welcome to the heart of Switzerland!”

Ideally built at the foot of the first wooded buttresses of the Zugerberg, Zug, welcoming and peaceful, is situated at the edge of the lake which carries its name.

Its privileged location in central Switzerland, 30 minutes from Lucerne and less than an hour from Zurich, makes it an ideal departure point for visiting a large number of famous Swiss tourist destinations. The heart of this town is situated next to the quays, which groups together the terraces, shops and some lake activities. The urban infrastructures, the security of the environment as well as the variety of activities proposed make Zug an optimal place for combining studies with relaxation.



SUMMER :8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 60Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 300Optional sports packagesTennis 215Golf 165Transfers – return fare

Zurich airport:Collective, according to schedule 80(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)



The ESL Zug course centreOur course centre in Zug is housed in a renowned private college, situated less than five minutes away from the lakeside. The campus includes spacious bedrooms, bright classrooms, a large games room and several lounges destined for the students. The campus includes a football pitch, a mini skateboard ramp, basketball, handball and volleyball courts and ping-pong tables. The ESL students also have at their disposal a computer area with free Internet access.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + test

Shopping in Zurichor

Free time

Excursion to: Boat cruise on the Rhine

Falls and visit of Schaffhausen

Aft

erno

on Streetbasket,Paddle boat, Football,Minigolf, Beachvolley

Fitness,Beachvolley,

Handball, Horse riding,Tennis, Squash

Excursion to: Basel Zoo or

Alpamare (Waterpark)

Paragliding,Waterski,

Indoor climbing, Handball, Pool

Golf,Badminton,

Sports tournament,Tennisl

Even

ing

“Multi-activity” tournament Movie evening Barbecue evening Free evening Disco Party Talent show Welcome evening


German & English / summer


Freiburg The capital of the Black Forest

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / horse riding

Accommodation residence triple bedrooms

TransfersBasel / Mulhouse airportZurich airportFrankfurt airportFreiburg train station

Berlin •

Freiburg •

• Frankfurt

•München

• Hamburg

Basel /Mulhouse •

• Zürich

« You will not fail to be seduced by this attractive town, considered the warmest in Germany. A wide range of sports and leisure activities will spice up your stay… such as the unbeatable Europa Park, for instance! »

At the frontier between Switzerland and France, Freiburg claims its multicultural character while proudly exhibiting its glorious history.

The town is not only the capital of Bade Wurttemberg, it is also the capital of the Black Forest, a natural door that opens onto spectacular mountainous landscapes and a luxuriant countryside along the Rhine valley. A pioneer in solar energy and ecological constructions, Freiburg is also one of the most ecological cities in Europe.



SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 40Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 195Optional sports packagesTennis 120Horse riding 150Transfers – return fare

Basel / Mulhouse airport: Collective, according to schedule 110(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)


Private 200

(arrival and departure at any time)

Zürich airport: Collective, outside of schedule 145(outside of schedules mentioned above)


Frankfurt airport: Collective, outside of schedule 165(outside of schedules mentioned above)


The ESL Freiburg course center The ESL course centre is located in a quiet environment at the edge of the forest, 10 minutes from the town centre. The building offers comfortable and fully furnished rooms which all include private bathrooms with showers. The classrooms as well as the restaurant are located on the ground floor and the terraces and gardens can be accessed throughout the day. There is a well-equipped sports centre close by that includes a swimming pool, various football, volleyball and basketball grounds as well as other state-of-the-art facilities in order for you to make the most of outdoor activities.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + weekly testShopping in Freiburg

or Free time

in course centre

Excursion to:Europa Park

Aft

erno

on Football, beachvolley, minigolf,

bowling, yoga

Dance hip-hop, badminton, squash,

ping-pong, indoor-climbing,

streethockey

Canoe Kayak excursionor

Waterpark

Wakeboard or

waterski, fitness, basketball, arts workshop

Tennis, horse riding, inline-skating

or swimming-pool & beach

afternoon

Even

ing

Karaoke evening Movie evening Barbecue evening Free evening Disco Party Sports tournament Welcome evening


German / summer


WesterwaldThe best of Germany between the Rhine and forests

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / horse riding / football

Accommodation residence triple bedroom

TransfersDüsseldorf, Cologne / Bonn, Frankfurt airports

Koblenz train stationLausanne (CH), train stationwith ESL supervision

+

“Reputed for its preseved forests and its majestic mountains, Westerwald offers a sumptuous setting for your language study stay in Germany…Welcome to the enchanted universe of the Brothers Grimm!”

“Rhein-Westerwald”: such is the name carried by the region of medium-sized mountains between Frankfurt and Cologne, between the Lahn, the Sieg, the Rhine and the Dill. Situated 45 minutes from Bonn, the wooded and green landscapes of the Westerwald region were sources of inspiration for the Brothers Grimm and their famous fairy tales. The intact nature of this region encourages visitors to practise numerous sports and outdoor activities.

•WesterwaldKöln/Bonn

Düsseldorf

Frankfurt

• Hamburg

Berlin •

München •


ESL Juniors & Teens 10 -17 years

German & English / summer


SUMMER :1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 / 22.07 – 28.07 29.07 – 4.08 / 5.08 – 11.08 / 12.08 – 18.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 40Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 195Optional sports packagesTennis 120Horse riding 95Football 120Transfers – return fare

Cologne / Bonn airport: Collective, according to schedule 95(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.) Collective, outside of schedule 180(outside of schedules mentioned above)Private 260(arrival and departure at any time)

Düsseldorf airport:Collective, outside of schedule 270(outside of schedules mentioned above)Private 370(arrival and departure at any time)

Frankfurt airport:Collective, outside of schedule 270(outside of schedules mentioned above)Private 370(arrival and departure at any time)

Koblenz train station > Westerwald:Collective, according to schedule 80 (arrival on Sunday between 2 p.m. and 4.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.)Private 150(arrival and departure at any time)

Lausanne train station (CH) : (Departure on Sunday at 9 a.m.) By train, with ESL supervision, departing from Switzerland (minimum of 6 students travelling in order to organise this transfer).The tickets, at a group price, are bought beforehand by ESL and directly delivred to the students on the day of departure.Fee per participant: 10-14 years: 180 15-17 years: 290

The ESL Westerwald course centreThe ESL course centre proposes comfortable residential accommodation in an idyllic setting. The bedrooms with 3 beds are all equipped with a private bathroom. The campus has classrooms, a computer room with free Internet access, two restaurants, a swimming pool, a bowling alley, ping-pong tables, two tennis courts, an indoor football pitch with a synthetic playing surface, an outdoor football pitch and an athletics track. The surroundings of the centre offer a multitude of additional outdoor activities.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + testExcursion to:

Shopping in Bonnor

Free time in Westerwald

Excursion to: Phantasialand in Brühl

Aft

erno

on

Football,Badminton,Volleyball,Ping-Pong,

Yoga

Fitness,Bowling,Minigolf,

Indoor sports,Baseball

Excursion to:Sealife Center

orWaterpark

Pool,Football,

Beach games,Badminton,Handball

Nordic Walking,Horse riding,

Mountainbike, Tennis

Even

ing

Bowling evening Movie evening Barbecue evening Talent show Disco Party Sports tournament Welcome evening


Ascona The Pearl of Lake Maggiore

Key facts



Sports packagestennis / sailing

Accommodation residence double to

quadruple bedrooms

TransfersLugano airportMilano-Malpensa airport Zurich airportLocarno train station

•

LuganoL

Milan

• Bern

Zürich

Milano-MalpensaMilanMilan

Ascona

«Scents of mimosa, flowery quays lined with palm trees and a postcard-like setting…Ticino is without any doubt one of the most beauti-ful cantons in Switzerland. Ascona…It’s hard to dream of a better place for your language study stay in Italian-speaking Switzerland.»

Originally a fishing village, the resort of Ascona has become one of the most beautiful lakeside resorts of Italian-speaking Switzerland. Situated on the banks of the sumptuous Lago Maggiore, this refined town welcomes visitors looking for the tranquility of walks along the flowery quays shaded by palm trees as much as lovers of water sports. Ascona is particularly suited to active sports holidays, livened up by artistic and cultural discoveries.



SUMMER:1.07 – 7.07 / 8.07 – 14.07 / 15.07 – 21.07 22.07 – 28.07 / 29.07 – 4.08


Optional coursesConversation course (2 Lessons / Week) 60Private courses (5 Lessons / Week) 300Optional sports packagesTennis 195Sailing 160Transfers – return fare

Lugano airport: Collective, according to schedule 80(arrival on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.,departure on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)



Milano-Malpensa airport: Collective, outside of schedule 270(outside of schedules mentioned above)


Zurich airport:

Private on request(arrival and departure at any time)

The ESL Ascona course centreThe ESL course centre in Ascona is housed in the magnificent Collegio Papio, situated only a stone’s throw away from the small alleyways of the Old Town and from its quays lining the banks of Lake Maggiore. The main building, an entirely renovated 16th century cloister, is adjacent to the modern school complex which houses the classrooms and the bedrooms.The football pitches, basketball and volleyball courts, the auditorium and the games room form the recreational part of the camous. A computer area with free Internet access is also available for students’ use.



Mor

ning

Lessons Lessons Lessons + small test Lessons Lessons + testExcursion:

Shopping in Luganoor

Free time in Ascona

Excursion to Monte Tamaro: summerbob or

Adventure park

Aft

erno

on

Football,Basketball,Unihockey,

Tennis, Minigolf

Big Banana,Windsurf,

Beachvolley,Beach

Excursion: Karting

or Aquaparc,or Waterski

Streetbasket,Unihockey,

Fitness,Handball, Sailing

Beach,Badminton,Horse riding,Ball games,Paddle boat

Even

ing

Olympics Movie evening Barbecue on the beach Free evening Pimp my Friend Show Arts evening Welcome evening


italian & English / summer


Terms & conditions

8 - Cancellation prior to commencement of the course A contract partner may cancel his contract at any time prior to commencement of the language course. In that event, ESL will be entitled to seek payment of appropriate compensation, the amount of which will depend on the period of time remaining between the date on which ESL receives the cancellation and the date of commencement of the language course. In accordance with this principle, the amount of compensation is calculated as follows:56 days or more prior to the first day of the language course:10% of the total invoiced priceBetween 55 and 30 days prior to the first day of the language course:20% of the total invoiced priceBetween 29 and 22 days prior to the first day of the language course:30% of the total invoiced priceBetween 21 and 15 days prior to the first day of the language course:50% of the total invoiced priceBetween 14 days and the first day of the language course:100% of the total invoiced priceFailure to participate in the course or cancellation after the given deadlines:100% of the total invoiced priceThe registration fees of CHF 110 / EUR 75 and the insurance costs will remain due. The cancellation amount must be received at the latest 10 days following receipt of the cancellation invoice. In the event that a participant is refused a visa and the original refusal document issued by the Swiss/German/French Embassy is supplied, ESL undertakes to reimburse the whole amount paid, less an administration fee of CHF 150 / EUR 100 and bank charges of CHF 60 / EUR 40.

9 - Cancellation insuranceESL recommends that contract partners take out a cancellation insurance policy. In the event that the participant has taken out cancellation insurance and then cancels his course, he will be responsible for notifying his insurers. Under no circumstances will a cancellation insurance policy render ESL liable for non-reimbursement of a course. ESL offers cancellation insurance, for which the charge is approximately 3% of the total invoiced amount, up to a maximum of CHF 68 / EUR 50.

10 - Passports & visasThe participant will be responsible for complying with the security regulations, the regulations governing the obtaining of a visa, and the health regulations required to enter and stay in Switzerland/Germany/France. Under no circumstances will ESL be held liable for any notice of refusal to enter or stay in Switzerland/Germany/France given to a participant. Information relating to the regulations governing security, health and obtaining a visa can be obtained from the Swiss/German/French Embassy or Consulate in the participant’s home country. No reimbursement will be made, either in full or in part, in the event that a participant is refused permission to enter or stay in Switzerland/Germany/France by his own fault. ESL will provide a letter of invitation for the visa application following receipt of all the costs of the language course.

11 - Accident/health insurance Every participant will be entirely responsible for obtaining accident and health cover valid for the country in which he intends to stay for the whole period of his stay. In the event that he does not have such cover at the time of registration, ESL will include an appropriate insurance policy covering these risks. For a course in Switzerland, the cost of this cover is CHF 180 per month. For a course in France/Germany, the cost of cover is EUR 39 per month for EU citizens, and EUR 79 per month for non-EU nationals. This insurance will be invoiced with the reservation package and will cover accidents and illness only.

12 - Damage caused by participants / civil liability Prior to arrival at ESL, each participant must take out a policy of insurance to cover any loss/damage which he may cause during the course of his stay. In any event, and even if a participant does not feel that it is appropriate for him to take out such insurance, he will be liable for any losses caused to ESL, its commercial partners and any other third party unless the liability of ESL can be clearly demonstrated.

13 - Obligations of participants Participants are required to attend the course and to arrive on time. They are responsible for choosing a course which is appropriate for their level of capability. Failure to attend the course, or irregular attendance, or any disruption to lessons caused by an individual participant’s attitude will entitle ESL to expel the participant. ESL will not reimburse or pay compensation for any part of the missed course or any additional travel costs incurred.

14 - ClaimsIn the event that a participant wishes to bring a claim, he must notify the head of the centre immediately. Any claim for compensation must be notified in writing to ESL Montreux, and may not arrive more than four weeks after the contractual termination of the language course. After that time, any action taken by the contract partner will be deemed to be null and void.

15 - DisciplineIn the event that a participant is badly behaved, undisciplined, or demonstrates a poor attitude ESL reserves the right to expel him immediately. In that event, ESL will not reimburse or pay compensation for any part of the missed course or any additional travel costs incurred.

16 - Changes affecting prices, dates or servicesUntil such time as a participant receives the confirmation of registration, ESL may change the dates and prices of language courses published on the internet or any other communication tools at any time. Following confirmation of registration between ESL and the participant, ESL may change its programme of services, provided that the changes are minor, unavoidable, based on good faith and do not in any way affect the teaching services. In the event that the “key” services provided by ESL are affected by major changes, participants may withdraw or apply to join a different course of the same value, if ESL is in a position to provide this. ESL must notify participants of any changes immediately and participants must notify ESL as soon as possible after receipt of such notification of their intention to exercise their rights.

17 - Minimum number of participantsIn the event that it is not possible to achieve the minimum number of participants required for a language course (6 persons for a group course), ESL will notify the contract partner at least three weeks prior to the commencement of the course. If ESL is unable to provide a replacement service, ESL will undertake to reimburse all fees paid to date. Under no circumstances will ESL pay compensation for any inconvenience or loss of time. In the event that none of the courses are appropriate for the participant’s level of ability, ESL reserves the right to substitute the group course for private tuition. The number of hours of private tuition will depend on the amount paid by the participant.

18 - Transfer by coachIn the event that it is not possible to achieve the number of participants required to organise transfer by coach (a minimum of 12 persons), ESL reserves the right to cancel the transfer and will notify the participant at least 2 weeks prior to the commencement of the language course. In that event, ESL will reimburse the full cost of the transfer.

19 - ActivitiesDepending on the weather conditions or other circumstances beyond the control of ESL and its organisation, ESL reserves the right to cancel one or more of the scheduled activities described in the brochure. In that event, ESL undertakes to substitute the cancelled activities with others.

20 - Cancellation of ESL coursesESL reserves the right to cancel a language course for safety reasons as a consequence of a strike, political unrest or for any other extraordinary reason. In that event, ESL undertakes to reimburse all costs relating to the course. ESL reserves the right to retain a certain amount to cover administration costs.

21 - LiabilityESL will assume full responsibility for the language courses offered and undertakes to organise them efficiently in accordance with its knowledge and experience in the sector. Under no circumstances can ESL be held liable for any loss resulting from illness, accident or inconvenience caused by poor service provided by any agent appointed by ESL. Neither will ESL be responsible for the loss of any valuables, personal items, money, etc. unless such losses were due to deliberate negligence on the part of ESL.

22 - Safety and securityESL is authorised to take all reasonable action as required to ensure the well-being and good health of the participants. ESL is also entitled to take all necessary measures to provide a participant with any appropriate medical care in the event of necessity. Any costs arising from such medical attention will be borne by the participant, or his legal representative if he is a minor. A written release/authorisation signed by the legal representative will be required in respect of certain sporting packages where risk is involved. Without such a signed document, ESL reserves the right to refuse to allow the participant to take part in certain sporting activities.

23 - Protection of personal datWithin ESL, personal data is only recorded in the event of a request for information, offers or registration for a language course. In principle, external organisations and individuals do not have access to the ESL database. Personal data is communicated in order to reserve accommodation (host family, hostel or hotel) or in response to a legal demand. In certain cases, ESL may provide such information to competent authorities (for example, to immigration authorities). Personal data is filed and registered at ESL-Montreux. In addition to such data being used to provide advice and information on reservation procedures to the participant, they may be used to provide participants with information about new ESL products.

24 - Promotional material ESL reserves the right to retain and use photographs either taken by or showing a participant for promotional purposes. The same applies to anything produced by the participant during the language course. This right will deemed to have lapsed if the participant or his legal representative specifically revoke this point in writing at the time of registration.

25 - Applicable law and jurisdiction Swiss law will apply exclusively to the contractual relationship between ESL and the participant. Jurisdiction will lie with the courts of Montreux (Switzerland). The general terms and conditions of sale will not, under any circumstances, limit the laws applicable to the contract partner.

1 - Registration and confirmationAll registrations received by ESL Education S.A. (“ESL”) by post, e-mail, fax or telephone will be deemed to be valid. Registration will be confirmed within a maximum of 10 working days following receipt of a valid registration. The contract will be deemed to be finalised as soon as ESL has confirmed the registration, and will then be legally enforceable. Where the registered person is an adult, that person will become a contract partner of ESL. Where the registered person is not an adult, his/her legal representative will become the contract partner of ESL. In that event, the legal representative must sign the contract and give his exact address. The person who is contractually registered to a language course will become a participant, designated as such below. The person who signs the contract (either the person himself or, where the person is a minor, his legal representative) will be identified as a contract partner, designated as such below.

2 - Information supplied at the time of registrationThe contract partner expressly declares that the information provided at the time of registration for a language course is true and accurate. Any inaccurate information or omission may lead to immediate expulsion from the course (for example, if a “complete beginner” overestimates his level of linguistic ability in order to be able to start a course on a date other than the official commencement date for “complete beginners”). In that event, the costs of the course will not be refundable, either in whole or in part.

3 - Registration feeESL will charge the following registration fee for each registration: CHF 110 / EUR 75. These fees are non-refundable. In the event of late registration, from two weeks after commencement of the language course, the participant will be charged an express processing fee of CHF 50 / EUR 35.

4 - Contract variation feeIn the event that a participant wishes the type of course or accommodation conditions to be varied following confirmation of registration by ESL, a variation fee of CHF 80 / EUR 55 will be charged and will be payable with the request for variation. No additional charge will be made if the participant decides to extend his language course at the same centre.

5 - Conditions of paymentFees will become payable immediately on receipt of confirmation of registration as follows:- a deposit of CHF 250 / EUR 170.- the registration fee of CHF 110 / EUR 75 (not included in the cost of the language course).- payment of the premium for the cancellation insurance and/or the [accident/]health insurance (where policies have been taken out).The balance of the total fees must be paid at least four weeks prior to commencement of the language course. In the event that ESL receives a registration less than four weeks prior to commencement of the language course, the full amount must be paid on receipt of the invoice. Neither the course nor the accommodation will be deemed to have been paid for unless the relevant amount has been received into the account details of which will be provided by ESL upon confirmation of registration.

6 - Payment periodThe contract partner will be held liable in the event that the payment periods specified by ESL in the confirmation are not complied with. In such circumstances, ESL reserves the right to refuse entry to the course. No claims will be accepted by ESL.

7 - Proof of paymentParticipants may be asked to provide documentary proof of payment of the full fee for their course and accommodation either before or on commencement of the language course. Failure to do so may mean that entry to both the course and the accommodation will be refused. In the case of late registrations, ESL will ask for proof before sending the pre-arrival documentation.

Switzerland, France and Germany

Your local representative…

Thank you for sending us this enrolment form to the mentioned postal address, e-mail or fax number.

Enrolment form 2012Personal details about the student:

Surname: First name: Gender : Age :

Date of birth (D/M/Y) : Mother tongue : Nationality :

Adresse :

Zip Code / City : Country : State :

Mobile phone (student) : E-mail :

Personal details about the parents/guardians:

Surname : First name :

Adresse :

Residence address during the student’s stay :

Tel (land line) : Tel (mobile) :

Emergency Number : E-Mail :

COURSESStart of studies (D/M/Y): End of studies (D/M/Y): Nomber of weeks :Language and course centre:French : m Leysin-Teens (13-17) m Leysin-Juniors (8-14) m Montreux-Riviera (14-17) m Valbonne s/Cannes (13-17) m Paris-Igny (13-17)English : m Leysin-Juniors (8-14) m Zug (13-17) m Ascona (13-17) m Westerwald (10-17) m Paris-Igny (13-17)German : m Zug (13-17) m Westerwald (10-17) m Freiburg (13-17)Italian : m Ascona (13-17)Language knowledge:Written level : m Complete beginner m Elementary m Intermediate m AdvancedOral level : m Complete beginner m Elementary m Intermediate m AdvancedNumber of years of study of the chosen language:Course type : Group courses m Standard m Intensive m DAY CAMP (only in Paris-Igny) Optional courses (max.1 choice per week): m Conversation (2x /week) ___num. week. m Private (5x /week) ___num. week.

SPORTS PACKAGES (max. 1 package/week) Please specify the number of weeks of participation.Leysin-Teens (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Horse Riding ___num. week m Ski /Snowboard ___num. week m Adrenaline ___num. week m Dance ___num. week

Leysin-Juniors (8-14) m Tennis ___num. week m Horse Riding ___num. week.

Montreux-Riviera (14-17) m Sailing___num. week m Dance ___num. week

Paris-Igny (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Horse Riding ___num. week

Valbonne s/Cannes (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m « DISCOVER SCUBA» ___num. week m « SCUBA /CMAS 1 » ___num. week m « SCUBA /PADI 1 » ___num. week m Golf ___num. week Zug (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Golf ___num. week Freiburg (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Horse Riding ___num. week

Westerwald (10-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Horse Riding ___num. week m Football ___num. week

Ascona (13-17) m Tennis ___num. week m Sailing ___num. week

!! For organisation purpose, it is not possible to book a sport package and an optional course during the same week.

ACCOMODATIOnDo you require a specific diet, or do you have any allergy / health problems?

Would you like to share your accommodation with a friend? (not guaranteed)

TRAnSFERS m No transfers, thanks! m return fair m one way to m one way to returnAirports: m Geneva m Zurich m Basel-Mulhouse m Lugano m Milano Malpensa m Cologne /Bonn

m Düsseldorf m Frankfurt m Nice m Paris-CDG m Paris-OrlyArrival date (D/M/Y):____________________ Time: ________________ Flight number: __________________ Coming from: ___________________________Departure date (D/M/Y):____________________ Time: ________________ Flight number: __________________ Flying from: ___________________________Bus : m Lucerne m Zurich m Egerkingen m BerneTrain stations : m Leysin m Montreux m Freiburg m Antibes m Zug m Paris* m Koblenz m LocarnoLausanne train station > Westerwald : m 10-14 years m 15-17 years * Please specify which Paris SNCF train station: ...................................................

ASSURAnCES

Do you require insurance cover for health / sickness valid for the country of destination?

m NO (Please send us a copy of your insurance contract)m YES, for Switzerland, for CHF 180 / month.m YES, for Germany / France (EU citizen), for EUR 39 / month.m YES, for Germany / France (EU non-citizen), for EUR 79 / month.

Do you require a cancellation insurance (around 3% of the total amount of the course)? m NO m yES

MISCELLAnEOUSHow did you hear about ESL (official representative or other)? Please specify:

Have you already taken part in a language course m NO m YES, organisation and location

An enrolment fee is added to all course prices: CHF 110 for the programmes in Switzerland / EUR 75 for the programmes in France and Germany.

An extra fee is added, for last minute enrolment procedure less than 2 weeks before the course start: CHF 50 / EUR 35.

I agree with all ESL’s terms and conditions (see “terms and conditions” page)...

Place & date :

Signature of parents or guardians:

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Valbonne s/Cannes •

GREAT BRITAIN

GERMANY

ITALY

FRANCE

• Montreux• Leysin

• Westerwald

• Paris-Igny

• Ascona

• Freiburg

SWITZERLAND• Zug

How to enrol?1. Read attentively the pages on the website which describe the

language study programme which interests you.2. Take down the relative dates for the language study programme

which you wish to book3. Fill in all of the required information on the enrolment form, in order

that we may confirm your enrolment.4. Do not forget to sign the enrolment form.5. Send us your enrolment by post, by fax or by e-mail. You can also

enrol online on our website.6. Read carefully through the “insurance” chapters (9 & 11) of our

terms and conditions. A cancellation insurance may be taken out during your enrolment with ESL. Students who enrol for a language study programme at ESL must benefit from health and accident insurance which is valid in Switzerland/Germany/France.

Booking through an agencyIf our school has been recommended to you by a specialised agency, please proceed with your enrolment through your language travel consultant who will take care of all of the formalities in your place. This agency will send us your enrolment and will be in a position to answer all of your questions.

Following the sending of your enrolment1. We will confirm your booking a few days after receiving your

enrolment. If the course you wish to take is already booked out, we will inform you of this as soon as possible whilst proposing an alternative to you.

2. The confirmation of your enrolment will be accompanied by a welcome letter, as well as an invoice detailing the chosen course, the various specific wishes and the type of transfer selected for the arrival and departure.

3. Approximately two weeks prior to the start of your language study stay, you will receive a course guide. It contains detailed information on the courses and type of accommodation chosen.

4. If you wish to have an official ESL invitation letter for your visa request, we will prepare this document destined for the Swiss embassy of your country following the receipt of your payment. Please let us know if you wish to have this document.

Your local agentFor any further information, please contact directly:

www.esl-schools.org

ESL – Recognition

SOUFFLE (Professional group of teaching organisations of French as a foreign language)

WYSETC (The World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confederation)

ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations)

SFPS (Swiss Federation of Private Schools)

Swiss Private Schools Register

AVDEP (Association Vaudoise Des Ecoles Privées)

THE SWISS TOURISM QUALITY MARK

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