Alpadia Language Schools is a Swiss company with an international vision, devoted to excellence in teaching languages to enrich students’​ futures. Inspired by our multifaceted and multilingual country, we create an unparalleled student experience encouraging language development through immersion.

Present in Switzerland, France, Germany and England, we create a vibrant environment to foster connections, enhance experience and inspire imagination. For students who seek a multicultural setting, we offer a lifetime experience that sustains and extends people’s possibilities and opens windows of opportunity. From classes for absolute beginners to official exam preparation, our schools offer a truly dedicated panel of solutions to cater to your needs.

Renamed in 2014, Alpadia benefits from the heritage of ESL Language Schools’ two decades of experience in language education. Alpadia Language Schools offers all year round courses for adults and summer camp  programs for juniors and teenagers in Switzerland, France, Germany and England. Each year, our schools welcome more than 6,000 students from all over the world.

Which language do you want to learn?

Explore new places, discover different cultures and make lifelong friends all while you learn a new language abroad. You’ll be amazed at how fast you can learn when you’re plunged into the living language and fully immersed in a different country and culture.

 

FRENCH COURSES FOR STUDENTS 16+

A language of love, of literature, of fashion and of cooking, French is one of the most romantic languages in the world. It’s also an important working language, as an official language of the United Nations, NATO, International Olympic Committee and more. Our French courses will enable you to master this wonderful language.

  • GREAT LOCATIONS

Fantastic school locations – Lyon and Montreux

  • SMALL CLASSES

Small class sizes – limited to twelve students or eight for mini-groups

  • DYNAMIC LESSONS

Teachers use recognised FLE (French as a Foreign Language) methods, as well as current affairs and media to provide engaging and dynamic classes

  • PRE-ARRIVAL TESTING

Pre-arrival online language placement test allows us to place you in the right level so you can make maximum progress

CHOOSE YOUR FRENCH COURSE

We offer a wide range of French language courses in our year-round schools. Whatever kind of French language learning experience you’re looking for, we have the ideal course for you.

  • Alpadia General French language courses

Our French language courses are taught using a dynamic and interactive learning style, encouraging you to actively participate in classroom discussions on diverse themes, group exercises, debates and role play activity. This methodology allows you plenty of opportunities to apply your newly acquired French communication skills, helping you build your confidence in the language. We offer various language course types adapted to varying requirements and different learning objectives. Starting from our minimum recommendation of 20 lessons per week, we also propose intensive, premium, exam preparation and private classes. Or you can combine different classes to create your own customised structure.

  • Alpadia French Exam Preparation courses

This French course is specifically tailored to training you for the DELF/DALF language exams. This special four-week class gives you the tools you need to boost your confidence and best prepare your exam.

  • Work & Study

With our work internship, employment and volunteer programmes, you can take your language courses to a higher level and truly expand your professional development. Whether you are interested in sports, tourism, accounting or design, we have ties with local businesses and charities that can offer you exciting opportunities to expand both your career and personal development.

  • Alpadia French Pathway programmes

Our Academic Pathway programme is designed for international students interested in pursuing a degree in Europe. The programme will help you build your language skills, adjust to living and studying abroad, and give you a better chance of admission to your dream university.

 

GERMAN COURSES FOR STUDENTS 16+

As an official language in six European countries, German is the European Union’s most widely spoken tongue. Our German courses will enable you to master this fascinating language.

  • GREAT LOCATIONS

Fantastic school locations – Berlin and Freiburg

  • SMALL CLASSES

Small class sizes – limited to a maximum fourteen students or eight for mini-groups

  • DYNAMIC LESSONS

Teachers use recognised DaF (German as a Foreign Language) methods, as well as current affairs and media to provide engaging and dynamic classes

  • PRE-ARRIVAL TESTING

Pre-arrival online language placement test allows us to place you in the right level so you can make maximum progress

CHOOSE YOUR GERMAN COURSE

We offer a wide range of German language courses in our year-round schools. Whatever kind of German language learning experience you’re looking for, we have the ideal course for you.

  • Alpadia General German programmes

Our adult language courses are taught using a dynamic and interactive learning style, encouraging you to actively participate in classroom discussions on diverse themes, group exercises, debates and role play activity. This methodology allows you plenty of opportunity to apply your newly acquired German communication skills, helping you build your confidence in the language. We offer various language course types adapted to varying requirements and different learning objectives. Starting from our minimum recommendation of 20 lessons per week, we also propose intensive, premium, exam preparation and private classes. Or you can combine different classes to create your own customised structure.

  • Alpadia German Exam Preparation programmes

Preparatory courses that provide you with an extensive and specific learning to master an official exam

  • Work & Study

With our work internship, employment and volunteer programmes, you can take your language courses to a higher level and truly expand your professional development. Whether you are interested in sports, tourism, accounting or design, we have ties with local businesses and charities that can offer you exciting opportunities to expand both your career and personal development.

  • Academic Pathway

Our Academic Pathway programme is designed for international students interested in pursuing a degree in Europe. The programme will help you build your language skills, adjust to living and studying abroad, and give you a better chance of admission to your dream university.

  • Online Lessons

Learn German in a virtual classroom with other students from around the world. Our skilled language teachers will guide you through the same syllabus that we follow in our schools from the comfort of your own home. You’ll work on your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills in our fun interactive classes through a mixture of online learning materials, including quizzes, assignments and tests.

  • Career Pathway

Our Career Pathway programme will provide you with expert guidance for a smooth transition into the German job market. You’ll benefit from our experience and extensive network of partner companies.