Esteemed English/French Camp - Crans-Montana

Tuesday and Thursday afternoons are dedicated to exploring new adventures. You will enjoy a wide variety of challenging activities with your friends including: skatepark, indoor skydiving, water activities and more

Counsellors and teachers live on the floor with the students. The aim is to create a family atmosphere, to ensure the wellbeing of each child and to have a permanent presence to maintain order and security. 

Boys and girls sleep in separate buildings with Juniors and Seniors on separate floors.  

Any request to share a room with someone in particular should be communicated to the school one week before the camp starts. We try to make sure that each room is occupied by 2 different nationalities/cultures to ensure an intercultural exchange. 

All our rooms are spacious twins with en-suite bathrooms that are shared between two rooms. All bedding and towels are provided.

Meals

Internationally inspired meals are served by our kitchen staff. Meals are prepared by our dedicated chefs and staff who pay meticulous attention to quality, presentation and flavour to produce healthy, balanced menus. Vegetarian menus are always offered. 

During mealtimes, each student is assigned a table which is also shared with the camp teachers. Attendance at all meals is compulsory. 

Any food allergies should be clearly indicated in the health questionnaire. Meals on the menu containing pork will be indicated.  

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide Kosher, Halal or vegan meals. 

We know how important birthdays are, and especially so if it’s the first time the children are celebrating it away from home. We’ll organise cake, balloons and sing ‘Happy Birthday’ in the dining room.

Pocket Money

The recommended pocket money amount was charged along with the camp fees for boarding campers. Day campers should bring a maximum of CHF 30 with them every day.​

Children will be able to withdraw small sums of pocket money, 1 or 2 times per week, from the person in charge. Once the money has been given to the child, it is up to him/her to be responsible for it.​

If you wish to leave extra pocket money with the Direction upon arrival, please note that only cash in Swiss Francs can be received. We do not change foreign currencies.​

Other expenses such as medical fees in case of illness, personal expenses (stamps, phone calls, shopping, excess baggage, etc.) are paid from the remaining pocket money.​

Any amount still outstanding from the camp fees on the child’s account may be settled from the child’s pocket money.​

If your child is travelling as UM (Unaccompanied Minor), the UM service must be paid to the airline prior to arrival to the camp.

We are mountaineers at heart and can’t wait to show you around our alpine playground. You will spend your weekend taking part in an unforgettable expedition, making your way up to an altitude of 2,200 m where we will sleep under the stars after a delightful fondue.

The camp organise airport transfers from Geneva Airport on arrival and departure days during certain times.

Arrival Day

Staff will be present at Geneva airport between 8 AM – 3 PM

Shuttles leave for Crans-Montana at noon and 3 PM

Departure Day

The first shuttle leaves Crans-Montana for Geneva airport at 5 AM and the last shuttle leaves Crans-Montana for Geneva airport at 11 AM. The travel time between Crans-Montana and Geneva airport is 2,5 hours. 

Outside these dates and times, we are happy to help you organise a taxi, the cost for which is approximately CHF 600. This service is not included in the camp fee.

If your child is flying back home by themselves after the end of the camp, please make sure that their return ticket has been reserved prior to the start of camp. Please note that no visa, flight reservation or itinerary modification can be made by the camp.

If you are travelling with your child, we are unable to offer you transportation. The campus is accessible by car or train (approx. 3 hrs from Geneva)

The Summer School at Crans-Montana focuses on project-based methodologies, whether in the English, French or Maths classes. That is the recipe for a fun and successful summer camp.

After a placement test at the start of camp to determine the class, students study in small-sized groups from beginner to advanced through immersive projects.

Every weekday My Lessons includes 

• ENGLISH A varied program designed to help young learners to apply their knowledge to a wide range of topics and themes, communicate better with new international friends or refine creative writing skills.
• FRENCH Native speaking teachers with a passion for their language and literature will help young learners to develop their language skills with clarity and confidence. An ideal opportunity to explore new learning themes while at the same time improving grammar and vocabulary..
• MATHS Maths lessons are taught through fun, varied and interactive lessons. Great for getting ahead for the coming school year! Lessons are offered in English. 
• **Science Explorers: **Each day we’ll leave the classroom behind to explore a new topic in our beautiful surroundings. Lessons are offered in English.

2 of weekday afternoons are dedicated to My Passion

• MOUNTAIN SPORTS**:**For all budding adventurers ready for new challenges! Explore all that Crans-Montana has to offer in adrenaline sports, from skateboarding and BMX to climbing, mountain biking and river rafting.
• GOLF:Whatever your level, you will work on your handicap with professional coaches on one of the most stunning courses in Switzerland, home to the Omega Masters.
• MEDIA MAKING:From flying drones to making short films and learning how to use a camera, the extensive digital facilities at the school and the beautiful nature around Crans-Montana are yours to make your creative dreams a reality.
• ART IN NATURE:Nature will be your workshop. From landscape painting to land art, you will improve your creative skills and experiment with new materials and techniques.
• SAT 15 to 17 years old: A 2-week targeted and intensive test preparation course aimed at equipping you with the skills and strategies needed to excel on the SAT exam. (Extra 3500 CHF for two weeks) ​

New Heights Pocket Money 400 CHF

Pre-University Camp Pocket Money 800 CHF