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Lugano, Switzerland
Language & Adventure Camp - Switzerland
About the provider: "Prime" - Founded 1956 with the vision of bringing the finest American Education to the heart of Europe, 750 students who speak 35+ languages. Accredited by IBO, CIS and NEASC.
11-13 years old
4 weeks
Weekly hours: 20
Embark on an exciting educational journey at our Lugano programs, strategically positioned in the heart of Europe.
- Tailored for different age groups, students can choose a primary course, immersing themselves in extended daily sessions.
- Enhance the experience with optional overnight trips and sports clubs, available at an extra cost.
- Our comprehensive program encompasses sports, music, arts, and engaging activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational adventure.
- Weekend day-trips seamlessly blend exploration and education, creating an unforgettable experience in the inspiring European setting of Lugano.
Join us for a dynamic and enriching learning adventure!
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Location
Campus located on the Collina d’Oro in Montagnola, overlooking Lugano, amidst Swiss mountains and Lake Lugano.
Nestled amidst nature's grandeur, the campus blends historic and modern architecture, symbolizing a deep appreciation for art, history, and human aspiration.
Combines 17th-century relics with eco-friendly structures, encouraging students to value and seek genuine beauty in their lives.
What's Included
Accommodation in a nurturing, structured environment
Intensive courses in languages, visual and performing arts, creative writing, and more
Course materials, books
Morning studies with one course focused on for four hours each weekday
Afternoon play, explore and exercise with sports, arts, and outdoor adventures
Excursions & trips to some of the most beautiful destinations in Switzerland and Italy
Cultural excursions to some of Europe’s most beautiful locations
Accident/health insurance
Special sports available at a modest additional cost
Activities
Included Activities (No Additional Cost):
- Watersports (Twice a week): Paddleboarding, windsurfing, swimming, kayaking.
- Indoor and Outdoor Fitness Activities: Volleyball, archery, recreational tennis, basketball, hiking, rock climbing, dance, and recreational soccer.
- Dance, drama, and musical theater options are also available and culminate with performances during the Summer Arts Festival.
Optional Sports Clubs (Additional Cost):
Waterskiing
- Learn basics, water safety, advanced skills.
- Session One: CHF 500, Session Two: CHF 450
Sailing Club
- Learn basics, water safety, advanced skills.
- Session One: CHF 300, Session Two: CHF 250
Tennis Club
- Enhance existing skills, kit provided.
- Session One: CHF 700, Session Two: CHF 500
Milan Academy Scuola Calcio
- Work with coaches from Milan Academy Scuola Calcio.
- Session One: CHF 630, Session Two: CHF 530
Golf Club
- Improve golf skills, limited to five students.
- Session One: CHF 1000, Session Two: CHF 800
Accommodations
Students housed in separate boys' and girls' dormitories.
Maximum of four students per bedroom, grouped by age.
Roommates from diverse countries and cultures, no rooming with siblings or friends.
Emphasis on cultural exchange and global friendships.
Mark clothing with permanent markers using assigned numbers for laundry service.
Unclaimed items at session end donated to charity.
Excursions
Day Trips
- City breaks to Milan, Zurich, or Lucerne with cultural tours and exploration.
- Adventurous activities like canyoning, canoeing, rafting, or caving.
- Relaxation at lidos in Ascona, Locarno, or Tesserete.
- All day trips are included in tuition, and students return to campus each night.
Overnight Optional Trips
Session 1 Trips:
- Andermatt Adventure, Weekend 1, June 29–30
- Italian Riviera, Weekend 1, June 28–June 30
- Verona, Weekend 2, July 6–7
- Great Swiss Outdoors, Weekend 2, July 5–7
- Zurich, Weekend 2 - July 6–7 (CHF 750)
- Italian Riviera, Weekend 3, July 12–14
- Zermatt, Weekend 3, July 12–14
- Gruyère/Montreux Area, Weekend 3, July 12–14 (CHF 1250)
Session 2 Trips:
- Verona, Weekend 1, July 27–28
- Zurich, Weekend 1, July 27–28
- Italian Riviera, Weekend 1, July 26–28
- Zermatt, Weekend 2, August 2–4
- Great Swiss Outdoors, Weekend 2, August 2–4
- Gruyère/Montreux Area, Weekend 2, August 2–4
Transportation
Boarding students should arrive on the program's first day for registration.
Staff pick up unaccompanied students at the airport (Included to the price)
Departure date corresponds with the last published date of the program.
Lesson Plan
Mornings:
- Academic Classes for 4 hours.
- English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- Academic Writing
- Italian
- Intensive French
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math)
- Musical Theater
- Digital Photography
- Discovery classes for 1 hour based on their interests.
Afternoons:
- Engage in sports, and outdoor activities.
Evenings:
- Various activities like dances, group games, a World Cup soccer tournament, and social events after dinner.
Weekends:
- Riviera hiking to ice climbing, museum visits to canyoning, Alpine villages to cosmopolitan cities.
- Day trips include both cultural and outdoor adventures, and overnight trips explore destinations throughout France, Italy, and Switzerland.
Daily Schedule (Approximate):
- 7:45–8:45 - Breakfast
- 8:25–8:30 - Morning Meeting
- 8:30–11:30 - Classes and Music
- 11:30–12:05 - Lunch
- 12:30–13:30 - Discovery Class
- 13:30–17:00 - Afternoon Activities & Sports
- 17:00–17:30 - Dinner Preparation
- 17:30–18:15 - Family-Style Dinner
- 18:15–20:45 - Evening Activity
- 20:45–21:00 - Evening Meeting (in dorms)
- 21:00–22:00 - Free time/showers
- 22:00–22:15 - Quiet Time
- 22:15 - Lights Out
Extras
Pocket Money Advice:
Bring pocket money for souvenirs or treats during trips.
Cash can be brought or sent ahead via credit card or bank transfer.
Recommended: CHF 40–50 per week for children up to 10 years old.
Recommended: CHF 80–100 per week for older students.
Optional Activities:
Waterskiing: Session One CHF 500, Session Two CHF 450
Sailing Club: Session One CHF 300, Session Two CHF 250
Tennis Club: Session One CHF 700, Session Two CHF 500
Milan Academy Scuola Calcio: Session One CHF 630, Session Two CHF 530
Golf Club: Session One CHF 1000, Session Two CHF 800
Security
On-site Health Center with three nurses offering 24/7 care.
Close proximity to Civico Hospital for emergency care.
Communication required for any concerns about over-the-counter medications.
Health and Accident Insurance mandatory for boarding students; non-residents can apply for "Health and Accident Insurance Plan".
Day students need their own insurance or can apply for "Health and Accident Insurance Plan" if non-Swiss residents, with unlimited coverage but excluding dental and eye care.
Requirements
- Teacher Recommendation (form provided during enrolment)
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Session Dates
Good News! You are not going to pay the full fee today, just a small deposit. After paying today, you will first get an enrollment form, and then receive a booking confirmation.
June - Boarding
| Start | 6/22/2025 |
| End | 7/17/2025 |
| Duration | 4 Weeks |
| Price | CHF 9,800 |
June - Day Camp
| Start | 6/22/2025 |
| End | 7/17/2025 |
| Duration | 4 Weeks |
| Price | CHF 5,900 |
July - Boarding
| Start | 7/20/2025 |
| End | 8/9/2025 |
| Duration | 3 Weeks |
| Price | CHF 8,000 |
July - Day Camp
| Start | 7/20/2025 |
| End | 8/9/2025 |
| Duration | 3 Weeks |
| Price | CHF 4,900 |
Do you need help?
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Are you ready to embark? Here's what you will do:
1.
Pay the camp deposit
2.
You will receive a payment confirmation and the Enrolment Form in your email
3.
Fill Enrolment Form as soon as possible
4.
Await Booking Confirmation letter and pay the remaining balance. Confirmation can take up to 7 days. Do not book flights until this step
5.
Our Admissions Team will contact you to coordinate airport pickup and dropoff for safe arrival and departure
And you are all set! Prepare for an unforgettable summer camp experience with Best Parents!
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