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Summer 2026

Swiss Summer Programs& Boarding Camps

13 programs from CHF 1’850 to CHF 12’000 per session. Ages 3 to 18. Compare activities, durations, and prices at Switzerland's finest boarding schools.

LanguagesSportsArtsAdventureSTEM

13

Summer Programs

3-18

Age Range

1-7

Weeks Duration

5

Swiss Cantons

All Summer Programs

13 programs found

Village Camps summer program
Summer

Village Camps Summer

Leysin, Vaud
Ages 5-18
1-4 weeks
Mountain BikingRock ClimbingSwimmingLanguages+5 more

From CHF 1’850

Per Session

Details

St. George's

Summer

St. George's Summer Camp

Montreux, Vaud
Ages 5-18
1-4 weeks
LanguagesSportsArtsSTEM+1 more

From CHF 3’500

Per Session

Details
Collège du Léman summer program
Summer

CDL Summer Camp

Versoix, Geneva
Ages 5-18
1-5 weeks
LanguagesSportsArtsSTEM+1 more

From CHF 4’500

Per Session

Details

Préfleuri

Summer

Préfleuri Summer Camp

Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud
Ages 3-14
1-5 weeks
Outdoor AdventureLanguagesArtsSports

From CHF 4’500

Per Session

Details

La Garenne

Summer

La Garenne Summer Camp

Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud
Ages 5-14
1-5 weeks
Adventure SportsLanguagesArtsCooking+1 more

From CHF 5’000

Per Session

Details
John F. Kennedy International School summer program
Summer

JFK Summer Camp

Saanen, Bern
Ages 5-14
2-4 weeks
Outdoor AdventureLanguagesArtsSports+1 more

From CHF 5’500

Per Session

Details
TASIS The American School in Switzerland summer program
Summer

TASIS Summer Programs

Montagnola-Lugano, Ticino
Ages 4-18
2-7 weeks
ArchitectureFashionFilmPhotography+3 more

From CHF 7’000

Per Session

Details
Institut auf dem Rosenberg summer program
Summer

The Rosenberg Camps

St. Gallen, St. Gallen
Ages 6-18
2-4 weeks
LanguagesLeadership & InnovationRobotics & ProgrammingArt & Film+8 more

From CHF 7’350

Per Session

Details
Leysin American School summer program
Summer

LAS Summer in Switzerland

Leysin, Vaud
Ages 10-17
2-4 weeks
Alpine AdventureLanguagesLeadershipArts+1 more

From CHF 7’500

Per Session

Details

Surval

Summer

Surval Summer

Montreux, Vaud
Ages 10-16
2-4 weeks
Culinary ArtsFashionLanguagesAdventure Sports+1 more

From CHF 8’000

Per Session

Details
Aiglon College summer program
Summer

Aiglon Summer School

Chesières-Villars, Vaud
Ages 9-16
2-3 weeks
Mountain HikingLanguagesArtsSports+1 more

From CHF 8’500

Per Session

Details

Beau Soleil

Summer

Beau Soleil Summer

Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud
Ages 7-17
2-3 weeks
Alpine AdventureLeadershipArtsLanguages+1 more

From CHF 9’500

Per Session

Details
Institut Le Rosey summer program
Summer

Le Rosey Summer Camps

Rolle, Vaud
Ages 8-16
2-4 weeks
SailingTennisArtsLanguages+1 more

From CHF 12’000

Per Session

Details

Why Choose a Swiss Summer Program?

A Swiss summer experience offers far more than a holiday camp.

Gateway to Boarding

20-40% of summer participants eventually enroll full-time. Experience the school's culture before committing to CHF 60K-160K per year.

Language Immersion

Multilingual environment with English, French, and German instruction. Many programs include formal language courses with certified teachers.

Alpine Adventure

Unparalleled outdoor activities in the Swiss Alps — hiking, sailing on Lake Geneva, skiing on glaciers, and cultural excursions across Europe.

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Summer Program FAQs

Common questions about Swiss boarding school summer programs.

How much do Swiss summer programs cost?
Swiss boarding school summer programs typically cost between CHF 3,500 and CHF 12,000 per session. Sessions usually last 2-4 weeks. Premium programs at schools like Le Rosey and Beau Soleil are at the higher end, while schools like St. George's and Préfleuri offer more accessible pricing. Many schools offer discounts for booking multiple sessions.
What age groups do Swiss summer camps accept?
Swiss summer programs accept children as young as 3 (Préfleuri) up to age 18 (TASIS, Collège du Léman). Most programs target ages 8-16. Younger children (3-8) typically attend day programs or shorter residential stays, while teenagers can choose academic, language, or adventure-focused programs.
What activities are included in Swiss summer programs?
Swiss summer programs offer a wide range of activities including language immersion (English, French, German), sports (skiing, sailing, swimming, tennis), outdoor adventure (hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking), arts (visual arts, drama, music), STEM (coding, robotics), and cultural excursions across Switzerland and neighbouring countries.
Can a summer program lead to full-year boarding enrollment?
Yes, many Swiss boarding schools report that 20-40% of summer program participants eventually apply for full-year boarding. Summer programs are an excellent way for families to experience a school's culture, facilities, and teaching approach before committing to the full boarding experience at CHF 60,000-160,000 per year.