{"id":65498,"date":"2025-12-15T19:35:14","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T19:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-speaking-summer-camps-in-switzerland-complete-list\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T08:33:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:33:36","slug":"english-speaking-summer-camps-in-switzerland-complete-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/es\/english-speaking-summer-camps-in-switzerland-complete-list\/","title":{"rendered":"English-speaking Summer Camps In Switzerland: Complete List"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>English-Speaking Summer Camps in Switzerland: Complete List<\/h2>\n<h3>Overview<\/h3>\n<p>We, at the <strong>Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, put together this resource to simplify <strong>camp selection<\/strong> and <strong>planning<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>We compiled a <strong>verified directory<\/strong> of <strong>English-language<\/strong> summer programmes across <strong>Switzerland<\/strong> for <strong>ages 6\u201318<\/strong>. The list includes <strong>day camps<\/strong>, <strong>residential stays<\/strong> and <strong>mini-boarding<\/strong> options. Sessions mostly run <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>. Sample weekly fees range from about <strong>CHF 200<\/strong> to <strong>CHF 4,500<\/strong>. Full-summer packages can reach <strong>CHF 20,000<\/strong>. Each camp entry uses a standard template: <strong>region<\/strong>, <strong>type<\/strong>, <strong>ages<\/strong>, <strong>session dates and lengths<\/strong>, <strong>price and inclusions<\/strong>, <strong>activities<\/strong>, <strong>capacity<\/strong>, <strong>staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong>, <strong>safety and accreditation<\/strong>, <strong>transport<\/strong> and <strong>application details<\/strong>. <strong>Regional groupings<\/strong>, filters and verification notes make comparisons, budgeting and travel or visa planning easier.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Program formats:<\/strong> The list covers <strong>English\u2011language programmes<\/strong> for <strong>ages 6\u201318<\/strong> in multiple formats (day, residential, boarding, family) with most sessions of <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical costs:<\/strong> day camps <strong>CHF 200\u2013800\/week<\/strong>; residential <strong>CHF 1,200\u20134,500\/week<\/strong>; full\u2011summer <strong>CHF 6,000\u201320,000<\/strong>, plus extra fees for transfers, excursions and insurance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Verification:<\/strong> Every listing is <strong>verified<\/strong> (phone, email, website or brochure) and uses consistent data fields to make side\u2011by\u2011side comparisons straightforward.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety and staffing:<\/strong> Common staff\u2011to\u2011camper targets are <strong>1:6\u20131:15<\/strong>, with mandatory background checks and first\u2011aid trained staff; request safeguarding and medical plans before booking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filters and planning:<\/strong> <strong>Regional groupings and filters<\/strong> (age, price, region, activity) help plan travel logistics, local activities and visa requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Group Mountain Bike Trips in Switzerland: Lenk\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tv07C962Nyk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Key facts at a glance (who this guide is for and fast numbers)<\/h2>\n<p>We, at the <strong>Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, created this guide for <strong>parents, teens, and international students<\/strong> who want <strong>English-language summer programmes in Switzerland<\/strong>. We cover programmes delivered primarily in English, full immersion options, and some bilingual camps where English is the main language of instruction. For a broader listing and programme details see our <a href=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-camp-in-switzerland\/\">English camp in Switzerland<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<h3>Quick facts \u2014 at a glance<\/h3>\n<p>Below are the fast-reference facts you can scan before digging deeper.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Typical ages served:<\/strong> ages <strong>6\u201318<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical session length:<\/strong> <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical formats:<\/strong> <strong>day camp<\/strong>, <strong>residential camp<\/strong>, <strong>mini-boarding<\/strong>, <strong>family camps<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical price ranges<\/strong> (verify with provider; ranges vary by activity, prestige, location):\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Day camps:<\/strong> CHF <strong>200\u2013800<\/strong>\/week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Residential camps:<\/strong> CHF <strong>1,200\u20134,500<\/strong>\/week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whole-summer residential packages (6\u20138 weeks):<\/strong> CHF <strong>6,000\u201320,000<\/strong> (full-summer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety and staffing highlights:<\/strong> <strong>staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong> <strong>1:6\u20131:10<\/strong> for younger children; <strong>DBS\/CRB checks<\/strong>; <strong>first-aid trained staff<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Flagship price snapshots (illustrative)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>TASIS \u2014 TASIS Summer Programs (Lugano):<\/strong> approx. CHF <strong>2,000\u20133,500<\/strong>\/week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Institute Le Rosey \u2014 Le Rosey Summer Sessions (Rolle \/ Gstaad):<\/strong> approx. CHF <strong>4,500\u20138,000<\/strong>\/week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aiglon College \u2014 Aiglon Summer School:<\/strong> approx. CHF <strong>3,000\u20136,000<\/strong>\/week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These examples show price variation by location, facilities, and programme length; confirm prices directly with providers.<\/p>\n<p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A normal day of our Camp\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XgruRSmUBlA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2>How this \u201cComplete List\u201d is organized (inclusion criteria, verification and data collected)<\/h2>\n<h3>Inclusion criteria &#038; verification<\/h3>\n<p>We, at the <strong>Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, apply clear <strong>inclusion criteria<\/strong> before a programme appears on the list. Every entry must meet these exact phrases: <strong>location in Switzerland<\/strong>; <strong>primary programme language English<\/strong>; <strong>publicly advertised summer session for minors<\/strong>; <strong>verified contact page<\/strong>. We also tag listings with the keywords <strong>\u201cinclusion criteria\u201d<\/strong>, <strong>\u201cverified summer programme\u201d<\/strong>, <strong>\u201cEnglish-language\u201d<\/strong> so readers can filter and trust the dataset.<\/p>\n<p>We verify entries by <strong>phone<\/strong> or <strong>email<\/strong> confirmation, by checking official <strong>school and camp websites<\/strong>, and by reviewing <strong>brochure PDFs<\/strong>. Each listing shows the <strong>verification method<\/strong> used (<strong>phone<\/strong> \/ <strong>email<\/strong> \/ <strong>brochure<\/strong>) and the date of <strong>last update<\/strong>. We encourage readers to confirm details directly with camps because session dates, prices and capacities can change between updates. For a quick example of a typical offering, see this <a href=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-camp-in-switzerland\/\">English camp in Switzerland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We provide <strong>four main filters<\/strong> to help readers refine choices:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Region<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Activity type<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every camp entry displays which <strong>filter categories<\/strong> it fits so you can compare options at a glance.<\/p>\n<h3>Data points collected for every camp<\/h3>\n<p>These exact items will appear for every listing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Camp name<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Region \/ city<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Type<\/strong> (day \/ residential \/ boarding \/ semi-residential \/ family)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages served<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Session dates &#038; lengths<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical session price or price range<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Language of instruction<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Main activities<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Capacity<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accreditation \/ insurance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Airport pick-up options<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Transport info<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Application deadline<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Scholarships \/ discounts<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact details<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We capture each data point with <strong>source notes<\/strong> (phone, email, website, brochure) and a <strong>last-checked date<\/strong>. We format session dates and prices consistently so you can compare quickly. If a camp offers multiple session types or price tiers, we list them separately and note which <strong>verification method<\/strong> covered each detail.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_7360-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Summer camp Switzerland, International summer camp\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h2>How to read each camp entry and regional grouping for the full list<\/h2>\n<h3>Fields shown for each camp listing<\/h3>\n<p>Below are the <strong>exact fields<\/strong> you\u2019ll see for every camp entry and what each means.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Camp name<\/strong> \u2014 the official name.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Short tagline<\/strong> \u2014 one-line summary of the camp vibe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Region \/ nearest airport \/ town<\/strong> \u2014 e.g., <strong>Lake Geneva \/ Geneva (GVA) \/ Montreux<\/strong>; entries are tagged with short travel notes like <strong>\u201c30\u201360 min from Geneva.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Camp type<\/strong> \u2014 day | residential | semi-residential | family.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages served<\/strong> \u2014 shown as <strong>ages X\u2013Y (exact)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Session dates &amp; lengths<\/strong> \u2014 session length <strong>X weeks<\/strong> or multiple options; listed as <strong>1-week, 2-week, full-summer<\/strong> where relevant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Language of instruction<\/strong> \u2014 labelled as <strong>English-language programme<\/strong>, <strong>bilingual<\/strong>, or <strong>English as main language<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price<\/strong> \u2014 price <strong>CHF<\/strong> per week and whole-session where available; we also note what\u2019s included (<strong>meals, excursions, equipment<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capacity and international mix<\/strong> \u2014 capacity <strong>N<\/strong> and approximate percent international.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>staff-to-camper 1:X<\/strong> is listed for transparency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accreditation \/ child-safety measures<\/strong> \u2014 includes <strong>DBS\/CRB checks<\/strong> and Swiss cantonal permits where applicable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Activities<\/strong> \u2014 concise activity list (see example entries for typical offerings).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel logistics<\/strong> \u2014 nearest international airports and on-site transfer services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application deadline &amp; deposit policy<\/strong> \u2014 deposit <strong>%<\/strong>, cancellation windows and refund details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scholarships \/ discounts<\/strong> \u2014 early-bird, sibling rates, or limited scholarships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact info &amp; link to official page<\/strong> \u2014 phone, email and direct link; check our guide to an <a href=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-camp-in-switzerland\/\">English camp in Switzerland<\/a> for examples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Use the above bullets<\/strong> to scan quickly. Each field appears in the same order so you can compare camps fast.<\/p>\n<h3>Regional groupings and short travel\/time notes<\/h3>\n<p>We group camps by <strong>region<\/strong> to help plan travel and activities. Each regional block lists expected travel times to the main airports, typical summer weather, and the camp emphases.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lake Geneva \/ Vaud canton (Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>20\u201360 min from Geneva (GVA)<\/strong>. Summers are warm with lake breezes. Emphasis on <strong>international-school summer programmes<\/strong> and <strong>water sports<\/strong> on Lake Geneva. Typical tag: <strong>\u201c30\u201360 min from Geneva.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Zurich &amp; Schwyz region (Zurich, Zug)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>20\u201350 min from Zurich (ZRH)<\/strong>. Weather is mild and sunny. Many <strong>international-school day camps<\/strong> and short residential options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bernese Oberland \/ Interlaken \/ Thun<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>about 2 hrs from major airports<\/strong>. Expect cooler mountain air and afternoon storms. Focus on <strong>hiking, climbing<\/strong> and <strong>mountain biking<\/strong> for adventure campers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valais (Verbier, Zermatt)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>1.5\u20133 hrs from Geneva or Zurich<\/strong>. Warm valleys and brisk alpine peaks. Camps focus on <strong>high\u2011alpine hiking<\/strong> and <strong>mountain skills<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Graub\u00fcnden \/ Engadin (Davos, St. Moritz)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>2\u20133 hrs from Zurich or Milan<\/strong>. High-altitude weather with clear days and cool nights. Known for <strong>boarding-style programmes<\/strong> and <strong>alpine sports<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticino (Lugano)<\/strong> \u2014 often travelled via <strong>Milan (MXP)<\/strong>. Mediterranean-like summers and <strong>bilingual programmes<\/strong> with an English option.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Central Switzerland (Lucerne, Engelberg) and French-speaking Romandy<\/strong> \u2014 short drives from <strong>Zurich or Geneva<\/strong> depending on location. Expect varied terrain, lots of <strong>day-camp options<\/strong> and regional programmes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We tag each camp entry with <strong>region<\/strong> and a short travel note such as <strong>\u201c1 hr from Geneva\u201d<\/strong> and repeat key facts like <strong>ages X\u2013Y<\/strong>, <strong>price CHF<\/strong>, <strong>capacity N<\/strong>, <strong>session length X weeks<\/strong>, <strong>English-language programme<\/strong> and <strong>staff-to-camper 1:X<\/strong> to make comparison simple.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC06756-1.jpg\" alt=\"Summer camp Switzerland, International summer camp\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h2>Categories of English-speaking camps and representative highlights<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>International school summer programmes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>8\u201317<\/strong>. <strong>Session length:<\/strong> <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>. <strong>Prices<\/strong> vary widely with day and residential options; sample weekly costs are shown in school listings. <strong>Staff mixes<\/strong> include academic teachers plus activity leaders and typical <strong>staff-to-camper ratios<\/strong> around <strong>1:8\u20131:12<\/strong> (<strong>TASIS Summer Programs<\/strong>). <strong>Common locations<\/strong> are <strong>Lake Geneva<\/strong> and <strong>Zurich<\/strong>. Typical activities mix classroom English, project-based learning, sports, and arts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example programmes you\u2019ll find:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>TASIS The American School in Switzerland \u2014 TASIS Summer Programs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Coll\u00e8ge du L\u00e9man \u2014 CDL Summer School<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>International School of Geneva (Ecolint) \u2014 Summer School<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>International School of Lausanne (ISL) \u2014 ISL Summer Programmes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Zurich International School (ZIS) \u2014 ZIS Summer Camps<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>ISZL \u2014 ISZL Summer Programmes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Brillantmont International School \u2014 Brillantmont Summer<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Case study \u2014 TASIS Summer Programs:<\/strong> session lengths <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>; ages <strong>8\u201317<\/strong>; price example <strong>CHF 2,000\u20133,500\/week<\/strong>; language of instruction <strong>English<\/strong>; academics plus sports and arts with published capacity and staff-to-camper ratios (<strong>TASIS Summer Programs<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Boarding \/ elite school summer sessions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>12\u201318<\/strong> with session lengths from <strong>1 up to full-summer options<\/strong>. <strong>Prices<\/strong> run higher because they\u2019re full-board and premium; commonly described as <strong>boarding school summer programmes<\/strong>. Major locations are <strong>Vaud, Graub\u00fcnden,<\/strong> and <strong>Valais<\/strong>. Programmes lean intensive: full days of academics, enrichment and high-end extracurriculars with strong international mixes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flagship names include:<\/strong> <strong>Institute Le Rosey \u2014 Le Rosey Summer Sessions<\/strong> (Rolle \/ Gstaad); <strong>Aiglon College \u2014 Aiglon Summer School<\/strong>; <strong>Leysin American School \u2014 LAS Summer Programmes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Case study \u2014 Le Rosey Summer Sessions:<\/strong> ages <strong>12\u201318<\/strong>; variable session lengths; price example <strong>CHF 4,500\u20138,000\/week<\/strong>; <strong>full-board<\/strong> and high international mix (<strong>Le Rosey Summer Sessions<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Adventure &#038; outdoor camps (Swiss Alps)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>10\u201317<\/strong>. <strong>Session length:<\/strong> <strong>1\u20133 weeks<\/strong>. Activities focus on alpine hiking, via ferrata, rock climbing, mountain biking, and rafting with certified guides and mountain-safety training. <strong>Staff-to-camper ratios<\/strong> tend to be higher for safety, around <strong>1:6\u20131:10<\/strong> (representative <strong>Interlaken adventure camp<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Base locations<\/strong> include the <strong>Bernese Oberland (Interlaken\/Thun)<\/strong> and <strong>Valais<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Case study \u2014 representative Interlaken adventure camp:<\/strong> ages <strong>10\u201317<\/strong>; <strong>1- &#038; 2-week sessions<\/strong>; price <strong>CHF 1,200\u20132,500\/week<\/strong>; certified guides and safety training included (representative <strong>Interlaken adventure camp<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Language immersion \/ English camps<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>6\u201316<\/strong>. <strong>Session length:<\/strong> <strong>1\u20134 weeks<\/strong>. Many run CEFR-aligned classes and some enforce an <strong>English-only policy<\/strong> to accelerate fluency (keyword: <strong>English language immersion<\/strong>). Pricing comes in day and residential formats with <strong>staff-to-camper ratios<\/strong> commonly <strong>1:8\u20131:12<\/strong> (a bilingual school English immersion programme). Locations are often on international school campuses or in lakeside villas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Case study \u2014 a bilingual school English immersion programme:<\/strong> <strong>1-week options<\/strong> available; price <strong>CHF 700\u20132,000\/week<\/strong> depending on boarding and services (a bilingual school English immersion programme).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Sports camps (sailing, tennis, mountain biking, multi-sport)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>8\u201317<\/strong>. <strong>Session length:<\/strong> <strong>1\u20132 weeks<\/strong> is standard. Features include certified coaches, high-quality facilities, and sport-specific curricula. Prices vary by sport and coach level. Lakeside venues and international schools host most sailing and tennis camps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Case study \u2014 sailing camp on Lake Geneva:<\/strong> typical price <strong>CHF 600\u20131,800\/week<\/strong>; equipment and supervised water-safety included (<strong>sailing camp on Lake Geneva<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Arts &#038; music; STEM &#038; coding; Day &#038; community camps; Family &#038; short-stay programmes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Typical ages:<\/strong> <strong>6\u201318<\/strong> depending on the focus; many run as day or short residential options. Price, staffing and locations vary; the majority are hosted at international school campuses or community centres. <strong>Staff qualifications<\/strong> range from certified instructors and conservatory tutors to industry mentors; <strong>staff-to-camper ratios<\/strong> span <strong>1:6\u20131:15<\/strong> depending on intensity and activity focus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Quick reference \u2014 cost, intensity and seasonality<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>International school programmes:<\/strong> mid-to-high cost; full-day academic weeks; peak early and mid-summer (<strong>TASIS Summer Programs<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boarding \/ elite sessions:<\/strong> highest cost; fully immersive full-day schedules; run across the summer with popular early- and late-season sessions (<strong>Le Rosey Summer Sessions<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adventure\/outdoor camps:<\/strong> mid cost; physically intensive full days with safety briefings; concentrated in high summer months (representative <strong>Interlaken adventure camp<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Language immersion camps:<\/strong> low-to-mid cost; mix of full or half-day study and activities; popular throughout July and August (a bilingual school English immersion programme).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sports camps:<\/strong> low-to-mid cost depending on sport; mostly half- to full-day practice schedules; season depends on sport (sailing in summer, mountain biking late summer) (<strong>sailing camp on Lake Geneva<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Arts\/STEM\/day camps:<\/strong> variable cost; often half-day or modular full-day options; frequent in school holiday windows on international campuses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>We, at the Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, keep this list current and recommend checking individual programme pages for exact dates, detailed inclusions and the latest staff ratios \u2014 start with our guide to an <a href=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-camp-in-switzerland\/\">English camp in Switzerland<\/a> for a practical next step.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC06162-1.jpg\" alt=\"Summer camp Switzerland, International summer camp\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<h2>Costs, discounts, budgeting, safety, staffing and insurance<\/h2>\n<p><strong>We list typical cost ranges<\/strong> so families can <strong>budget<\/strong> with confidence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Day camps<\/strong> typically run <strong>CHF 200\u2013800\/week<\/strong>, while <strong>residential programs<\/strong> usually range <strong>CHF 1,200\u20134,500\/week<\/strong>. A full-summer <strong>CHF 6,000\u201320,000<\/strong> is common for 6\u20138 week residential stays.<\/p>\n<p>We also flag the <strong>extra costs<\/strong> you should expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Airport transfers:<\/strong> <strong>CHF 100\u2013400<\/strong> one-way depending on distance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Special trips \/ activity supplements:<\/strong> about <strong>CHF 50\u2013500<\/strong> per trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel and medical insurance:<\/strong> typically adds <strong>CHF 20\u201360\/week<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visa application fees:<\/strong> follow national Schengen rates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Common discounts<\/strong> are available and often stack. Expect <strong>early-bird<\/strong> reductions of <strong>5\u201315%<\/strong> and <strong>sibling<\/strong> discounts of <strong>5\u201310%<\/strong>. Camps frequently offer <strong>multi-session<\/strong> or <strong>loyalty<\/strong> discounts for returning families.<\/p>\n<p>For practical planning we provide a <strong>sample 2-week residential budget<\/strong> using typical figures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition &amp; board:<\/strong> CHF 2,800\/week \u00d7 2 = <strong>CHF 5,600<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Airport transfers (round-trip):<\/strong> CHF 250 \u00d7 2 = <strong>CHF 500<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance (CHF 40\/week):<\/strong> <strong>CHF 80<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Activity supplements \/ excursions:<\/strong> <strong>CHF 200<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Pocket money \/ personal expenses:<\/strong> <strong>CHF 150<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Total estimated:<\/strong> <strong>CHF 6,530<\/strong> (example; use the camp\u2019s current fees to calculate an exact total). For programme and price details see our <a href=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/english-camp-in-switzerland\/\">English camp in Switzerland<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We keep safety and staffing front and centre.<\/strong> Typical <strong>staff-to-camper targets<\/strong> sit between <strong>1:6\u20131:15<\/strong>, tighter for younger children and looser for older teens. Camps must run <strong>mandatory background checks<\/strong> and employ <strong>first-aid trained staff<\/strong>; we expect written evidence of both. <strong>Medical coverage<\/strong> should include an on-site infirmary or clear directions and drive-times to the nearest hospital listed on each programme entry. Proof of <strong>travel\/medical insurance<\/strong> is normally required; we recommend international coverage that includes <strong>repatriation<\/strong>. Camps operating in Switzerland should hold <strong>cantonal licences<\/strong> and appropriate Swiss insurance where applicable.<\/p>\n<h3>Safety checklist parents should request<\/h3>\n<p>We advise parents to ask camps for these documents before booking:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong> by age group<\/li>\n<li><strong>Copies of staff DBS\/CRB-equivalent checks<\/strong> and <strong>safeguarding training certificates<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>First-aid trained staff<\/strong> and number of medics\/nurses on-site<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical and evacuation plans<\/strong>, nearest hospital details<\/li>\n<li><strong>Child protection \/ safeguarding policy<\/strong> and recent inspection\/permit reports<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance coverage requirements<\/strong> and proof of <strong>public liability insurance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We recommend requesting camps\u2019 <strong>safeguarding policy<\/strong> and recent <strong>inspection or accreditation reports<\/strong> before booking.<\/p>\n<p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"An Educational Weekend Camp - Young Explorers Club\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NRwAV60owWM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Travel, visas, vaccinations, how to choose the right camp and FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>Travel and medical essentials<\/h3>\n<p>We, at the <strong>Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, handle <strong>visa<\/strong> and <strong>travel<\/strong> questions every season and advise families early. Non\u2011EU students will often need a short\u2011stay <strong>Schengen visa<\/strong> for stays under 90 days; if a stay exceeds 90 days or requires academic registration your family must check with the <strong>cantonal migration office<\/strong> about <strong>residence permits<\/strong>. <strong>Check visa requirements<\/strong> at least <strong>8\u201312 weeks<\/strong> before travel; camps typically require a copy of <strong>passport<\/strong> and <strong>visa<\/strong> at enrolment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Major airports<\/strong> to consider are <strong>Zurich (ZRH)<\/strong>, <strong>Geneva (GVA)<\/strong>, <strong>Milan Malpensa (MXP)<\/strong> for Ticino and regional <strong>Bern\u2011Belp<\/strong>. <strong>Book transfers early<\/strong> and confirm <strong>late\u2011arrival procedures<\/strong>. We recommend you request written confirmation of exactly what the camp price includes (meals, excursions, equipment) before paying a deposit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep routine childhood vaccinations<\/strong> up to date and follow any camp\u2011specific <strong>medical form<\/strong> requirements. Confirm the current <strong>COVID<\/strong> or vaccine policy for each programme before travel. Ensure <strong>travel and medical insurance<\/strong> covers <strong>repatriation<\/strong> and the activities your child will do (for example, <strong>mountain rescue<\/strong> if applicable). We often advise families to have <strong>local emergency contact details<\/strong> and copies of medical forms stored both with camp staff and in your child\u2019s luggage.<\/p>\n<p>We run an <strong>English camp in Switzerland<\/strong> and include <strong>transfer booking guidance<\/strong> with every booking; check specific transfer fees and deadlines early to avoid premium charges.<\/p>\n<h3>How to choose the right camp \u2014 decision framework, questions and FAQs<\/h3>\n<p>Use these quick filters to shorten your shortlist:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Session dates<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Activity type<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Residential\/day<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accreditation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ask these <strong>10 interview questions<\/strong> exactly as listed when you talk with camp directors:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>What is your staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong> by age group?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Are staff DBS\/CRB\u2011equivalent background checks<\/strong> completed and can you provide evidence?<\/li>\n<li><strong>How many staff are first\u2011aid trained<\/strong> and is there a <strong>nurse on site<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you provide a sample daily schedule<\/strong> for my child\u2019s age group?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Are meals included<\/strong> and can you share <strong>sample menus<\/strong>?<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is your cancellation and refund policy<\/strong> (deposit % and refund windows)?<\/li>\n<li><strong>What medical and evacuation arrangements<\/strong> are in place (nearest hospital, transport time)?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you offer airport transfers<\/strong> and what are the fees\/deadlines to book them?<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is your international mix<\/strong> and typical capacity for sessions my child will attend?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you share your safeguarding policy<\/strong> and recent inspection\/accreditation reports?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Practical FAQs<\/strong> and short sample answers you can use:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#8220;What language is used at camp?&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 Typically <strong>English<\/strong>, but confirm for <strong>bilingual programmes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Do they accept non\u2011European passports?&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 Many do; check <strong>Schengen visa requirements<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;What is the approx. staff-to-camper ratio?&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 Typical ranges are <strong>1:6\u20131:10<\/strong> for younger children and up to <strong>1:10\u20131:15<\/strong> for older teens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Is medical care on-site?&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 Many camps have an <strong>on\u2011site infirmary or nurse<\/strong> and formal ties to the nearest hospital; each listing states distance\/time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Are meals included?&#8221;<\/strong> \u2014 Varies: <strong>full board<\/strong>, <strong>half\u2011board<\/strong> or <strong>packed lunch<\/strong> options; check the <strong>price inclusions<\/strong> column.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transfer booking deadlines<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Book transfers as soon as you confirm sessions<\/strong>; camps set deadlines and often close transfer bookings several weeks before arrival.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Late arrival policy<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>Confirm the camp\u2019s procedure<\/strong> and any extra fees; many camps require immediate notification and have specified check\u2011in windows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use the <strong>decision checklist<\/strong> and sample timeline we provide when making your final choice: they list application deadlines, deposit schedules and recommended booking milestones. Save the parent email template below and send it to any camps where details are missing.<\/p>\n<p>Hello [Camp name] team,<\/p>\n<p>I am considering enrolling my child in your summer programme and need to confirm a few details before booking. Please can you provide the following information:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Exact session dates and session length<\/strong> available for ages [X\u2013Y].<\/li>\n<li><strong>Current price per week<\/strong> and any additional fees (airport transfer, activity supplements, insurance).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deposit required<\/strong> and full <strong>cancellation\/refund policy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Staff-to-camper ratio<\/strong> for my child\u2019s age group and evidence of <strong>background checks (DBS\/CRB-equivalent)<\/strong> and <strong>first-aid training<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Medical facilities on-site<\/strong> and nearest hospital (name and travel time).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Airport transfer options<\/strong>, fees and booking deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dietary provision<\/strong> and <strong>sample menus<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scholarships, early-bird or sibling discounts<\/strong> available.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of accreditation \/ cantonal permits<\/strong> and your <strong>safeguarding policy<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Any visa support documents<\/strong> you provide for non\u2011EU students.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Thank you \u2014 please also confirm the <strong>best person to contact<\/strong> and <strong>expected response time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Best regards,<\/p>\n<p>[Parent name]<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/IMG_1730-Copy.jpg\" alt=\"Summer camp Switzerland, International summer camp\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<section>\n<h2>Sources<\/h2>\n<p>Below are official pages and authoritative government sources used to compile the &#8220;English\u2011Speaking Summer Camps in Switzerland: Complete List&#8221;. Each link shows the organization name followed by the page title.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasis.ch\/summer-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TASIS \u2014 Summer Programs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosey.ch\/summer-sessions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Institut Le Rosey \u2014 Summer Sessions<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aiglon.ch\/summer-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aiglon College \u2014 Aiglon Summer School<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Leysin American School \u2014 LAS Summer Programmes<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdl.ch\/summer-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coll\u00e8ge du L\u00e9man \u2014 Summer School<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Brillantmont International School \u2014 Brillantmont Summer<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stgeorges.ch\/summer-camps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St. George\u2019s International School \u2014 Summer Camps<\/a><\/p>\n<p>International School of Geneva (Ecolint) \u2014 Summer School<\/p>\n<p>Zurich International School (ZIS) \u2014 Summer Camps<\/p>\n<p>International School of Lausanne (ISL) \u2014 Summer Programmes<\/p>\n<p>International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL) \u2014 Summer Programmes<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cisv.ch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CISV Switzerland \u2014 CISV Summer Programmes<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Swiss Federal Statistical Office \u2014 Tourism &#038; Hospitality Statistics<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sem.admin.ch\/sem\/en\/home\/themen\/einreise.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) \u2014 Entry to Switzerland \/ Visa Information<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myswitzerland.com\/en\/destinations\/vaud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MySwitzerland \u2014 Vaud (regional tourism &#038; activities)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Verified list of English-speaking summer camps in Switzerland (ages 6\u201318). 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