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Empower Your Future: Unleash Your Potential!

(Ages 12+)

Summer Academy is an innovative programme designed for secondary students eager to develop essential skills for success.

Empower yourself today and step confidently into your future!

Dive into Creative Expression, where you'll explore the dynamic world of media, language, and public speaking. Build your Critical Thinking abilities through engaging debates and hands-on business and finance activities.
This programme isn’t just about learning; it’s about inspiring you to think critically and creatively. Whether you dream of becoming an entrepreneur, a journalist, or a public speaker, we provide the tools and guidance you need to shine. Join us to connect with peers, ignite your passions, and prepare for the career path that excites you the most.

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Featured Courses

Game Changer: Athletic Development & English Enrichment All Day Camp (For English Beginners Only)
Various locations
Full Day Camp
12 - 14
$7552 - 9440
In the morning, students will engage in an athletic development camp aimed at enhancing their skills through fun activities and friendly competitions. In the afternoon, they will attend the First Steps in English class, which helps deepen their understanding of the language and build the confidence to use it effectively.
First Steps in English (12+)
Various locations
Full Day Camp
12 - 14
$3512 / $4390
This programme is ideal for students just starting their English language journey. Our interactive classes emphasise real-life communication, empowering students to speak confidently with others.
Media, News and Me
Various locations
Summer Academy
12 - 14
$3512/ $4390
In a now 24/7 news cycle, this course teaches students to identify trends, patterns and biases in various media outlets, enhancing critical thinking and the ability to distinguish fact from opinion and fictional ‘fake’ news.
Secondary Debate
Various locations
Language Enrichment
12 - 14
$3512/ $4388
Join us for some lively discussions this Summer in our Secondary Debate programme. Globally, elections have evolved and politicians have changed their communication tactics. What styles would students take to convey their opinions? 
Future Ready: Resumé & Interview Skills
Various locations
Summer Academy
12 - 14
$3512/ $4388
This course will offer vital real life skills for students which will prepare them for their eventual university and work careers. Students will learn how to draft their own detail-oriented resumes as well as how to prepare for oral interviews so they are prepared and filled with confidence as they take the next steps in life.
Public Speaking: Speak Your Truth
Various locations
Language Enrichment
12 - 14
$4620
Transform your public speaking journey through our dual-focused programme that combines the prestigious LAMDA Speaking in Public foundation with the dynamic storytelling style of TED talks.
Teen Entrepreneur
Various locations
Entrepreneurship
12 - 14
$5550
Unlock your child's potential with our engaging entrepreneurship program designed specifically for children aged 11 and up! This programme fosters critical thinking and creativity, empowering young minds to solve problems and innovate. Through hands-on activities, children will learn essential financial literacy skills, helping them understand money management from an early age.
Financial Literacy
Various locations
Entrepreneurship
12 - 14
$5104 / $6380
This course empowers students with essential money management skills to make informed financial decisions throughout their lives. Covering critical areas like budgeting, saving, investing, credit, and financial planning, this course provides hands-on learning tailored to the realities of teenage and young adult finances.
Multi Industry Real World Experience
Various locations
Entrepreneurship
12 - 14
$6380
This programme introduces students to five key industries: STEM, Creative, Business, Health & Wellness, and Communication. Each day focuses on a different industry, giving students a broad understanding of various career possibilities while helping them develop critical skills for future success.
French Adventure
ESF King George V School
Language Enrichment
12 - 14
$3900
The course is designed for children aged 12 to 14, aimed at introducing them to the French language and culture through the inspiring persona of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry as an explorer and adventurer. Throughout this immersive programme, students will engage with essential vocabulary and phrases, enhancing their communication skills in a dynamic and interactive environment.
AI Game Dev Studio: From Prompt to Playable
Various locations
Coding
12 - 14
$4390
Ever wanted to build your own video game? This is your chance to become a game developer. In this course, you'll use powerful AI to generate all your game assets—from heroes to villains—and then learn how to bring it all together in a real game engine to build a playable prototype from scratch.
Algorithm Adventures with Python
Various locations
Coding
12 - 14
$4390
This is an engaging course designed to enhance students' understanding of algorithm design and problem-solving through Python programming. This course empowers students to dissect complex problems into manageable components, create and implement algorithms, and visualize their solutions using flowcharts and pseudocode.
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Meet Our Instructors

Christopher Lau
Language
Over
15
Years Experience
  • 15+ years of teaching experience
  • Educated in the UK (University of Bath)
  • PGDE
  • Diploma in TESOL
Ivy Wong
Langauge
Over
15
Years Experience
  • 15+ years of experience teaching in local and international school
  • PGDE
  • Certificate in TESOL
Joe Tuohy
Sports
Over
10
Years Experience

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Coach Joe was an ESF student too! Growing up here, he was exposed to a range of different sports, and his passion further grew by studying Sports Science at Loughborough University. Now, back with ESF Explore, Coach Joe’s goal is to transfer his knowledge and love of sports to the next generation.

Jan Brink
Public Speaking
Over
8
Years Experience
  • Award-winning theatre-maker
  • Practitioner of LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) Speaking in Public foundation
Natalie Chan
CEO
Over
8
Years Experience
  • An engineer, film producer, entrepreneur, and educator
  • Davos 50 Global Shaper (representing Asian youth to attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting)
  • Cartier’s Women Initiative fellow  
  • Educated in The University of Hong Kong
Xiaoyu Zhang
Finance
Over
12
Years Experience
  • Ex-Morgan Stanley London Trader
  • Trains talents for top financial institutions, including Morgan Stanley, UBS and Citadel
  • Lecturer at universities such as Imperial College, National University of Singapore, and Tsinghua University 
Billy Tam
Entrepreneurship
Over
10
Years Experience
  • An architect turned entrepreneur in 5 idea-to-exit startups in fitness, retail, and food and beverage.
  • Founder and CEO of Balloon (children’s Mastercard debit card and app company dedicated to fostering financial literacy in the next generation)
Dr. Rina Lai
Educational psychologist, researcher, author, and entrepreneur
PhD in Education and Psychology
  • Founder of SynergisED, a research and innovation lab
  • Co-founder of the Cambridge China Education Forum
  • Former academic supervisor and college associate at the University of Cambridge
  • Experience across research, policy, and practice
  • Advisor to multinational corporations, start-ups, NGOs, and government bodies
  • School Council Member at ESF Kennedy School
  • Visiting Scholar, Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge
  • Honorary Associate, Centre for Advancement in Inclusive and Special Education, University of Hong Kong
Philip Kwan
Computer Science
Over
3
Years Experience
  • Graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 2004. Majored in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
  • Over 3 years of teaching experience with coding and robotics
  • Certifications：VEX Go and VEX IQ
Kaitlyn
These sessions gave me more insight into what it meant to work in these fields. We got to learn real life skills that we could put into use in any situation from professionals who had already experienced this part of life.
Yutong
I had a chance to dive into different careers and explore different things. I've learned a lot, including tips for working in a company, professional knowledge, and how to do teamwork.
Jayne
We had to pitch a business idea, I found it slightly challenging as we’d be asked questions on the spot. I think overtime, presenting to people regularly helped me gain confidence in public speaking and staying calm.
Georgina
During the first few days, I felt as if my presentation skills were not the greatest. Feedback was always given and the industry coaches provided plenty of tips, and so by the end of the week I felt more comfortable and confident in my presentation skills. I enjoyed doing the activities, like creating a pitch for a potential business and strategising social media posts.
Elina
They were all very interesting and offered new ideas and potential career paths for me.
Allison
I overcame most of my stage fright and fear of public speaking.

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