cart
MENU
Half Day Summer Programme

Half Day Summer Programme

2 July - 24 Aug 2024

13 months - 17 Years Old

Preview

Beat the heat and keep your children busy having fun, socialising, and learning at these great summer camps for all ages! From 2 July - 24 Aug, Ages 13 months to 17 year olds are welcomed to join our Summer Camps including playgroups, sports, language, arts, STEM, Business and even online courses to provide maximum flexibility for parents. With full and half-day options available, you can choose the perfect camp to fit your child's needs. Our camps are designed to help children improve their language skills while instilling a love of learning in a fun and engaging way. Students ages 5-11 can join a language camp in the morning and follow with a multi-sports camp in the afternoon for a full day of learning and fun!

School Bus Service: School bus service is available for Full Day Summer Camps (classes start at 9am and end at 4pm) and Morning Courses (classes start at 9am and end at 12pm) at South Island School only, please click HERE for more details.

Discover Our Half Day Holiday Camps

Language
Sports
STEM
Arts
Playgroup
Business (All Day)
Online

Journey with Commander Earth

Lower Kindergarten: 3- 4 years (Suitable for students who are studying K1)
Upper Kindergarten: 4-5 years (Suitable for students who are studying K2)
Primary: 6-8 years

Join Commander Earth for 4 weeks of adventure as he travels over, under, forwards and backwards throughout the world, space and time! This course uses drama, games, story books, art to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills whilst broadening knowledge and experiences. With four weeks of programmes to choose from, students will embark on an exciting new journey each week, such as....
Over - creep through the jungle to learn about wildlife; trek through the rainforest and meet indigenous tribes and endangered species
Under - dive into the sea and explore the magnificent coral and hidden treasures; discover ways to protect our oceans through conservation and environment related projects
Backwards - travel back in time when dinosaurs roamed the earth to discover more about extinction; brave fire breathing dragons to save the princess from the castle tower
Forwards - launch into space for a galactic adventure; design cities of the future explore these wild and wacky worlds.

The course materials are on a 4-week rotation, meaning Week 1-4 are different every week and Week 5-8 starts the rotation again. Students can join for 4 consecutive weeks at the same location.

Kindergarten Preparation

K1 starters (Unaccompanied)

This course is for students who will be starting K1 after the summer. Students will develop their independence and confidence in an ESF kindergarten environment, as they explore nursery rhymes and well-loved stories through a variety of hands-on learning experiences.

This camp is different every week, so students can join for up to 4 weeks!

Summer Phonics Course - Kindergarten

Ages 4 - 6 years

This course is a great introduction to phonics but can also build on your child’s existing phonic knowledge. It is delivered in a very fun way with lots of group work and movement.
During the programme, students will learn:

· The basic letter sounds
· The principles of decoding words
· To play games in order to hear different sounds, using vowels and consonants
· To build longer phonic words
· To blend and segment the sounds and use words
· To begin the structure of writing lower and upper case sounds

One lesson per week x 4 weeks every Wednesday (option to do 2 months consecutively)

Primary Preparation

P1 / Year 1 starters

This course is for kindergarten graduates who will be starting P1 after the summer. It provides a boost of skills, confidence and independence through lots of fun games, drama and activities in an ESF primary school setting.

Over the course of two weeks, students will practise a range of essential skills which will provide an important foundation to ease their transition into primary school. This includes development of their understanding of the following: up to 100 high frequency words; capital letters and simple punctuation; basic sentence structure; speaking clearly during presentations; vocabulary development through a range of medium including art projects.

**The course materials are on a 2 week rotation, meaning Weeks 1-2 are different and Weeks 3-4 start the rotation again.


**Students can enrol for 1 or 2 weeks of classes but 2 weeks is recommended.

First Steps in English

Lower Primary (6-8 years old),
Upper Primary (9-11 years old),
Secondary (12 years+)

This course focuses on the basic fundamentals of the English language. The lessons will provide a firm foundation for understanding and being able to apply basic grammar rules which are essential for communicating effectively.

Students will work on sentence structure and grammar to improve communication skills through a range of engaging writing and speaking activities.

Everyday English for different life scenarios, in both formal and informal settings, will also be covered. This includes essential English for overseas travel and basic email English.

*Please note that First Steps in English courses are only for beginners or those at a very basic level of English. If your child has a good grasp of English, please choose a different course from the range on offer from ESF Explore

**The course materials are on a 2 week rotation, meaning Weeks 1-2 are different and Weeks 3-4 start the rotation again.
**Students can enrol for 1 or 2 weeks of classes but 2 weeks is recommended

Primary Reader's Theatre

Ages 6-8 years

Reader’s Theatre is a technique to develop reading with understanding and fluency. Using a variety of scripts to practise and apply new techniques, students will:

· Become immersed in Reader’s Theatre to bring scripts to life as they work together to read and act out stories and their own writing
· Practise phonics, pronunciation and intonation through character portrayal and presentations
· Build vocabulary and creativity through their own script writing
· Be immersed in a rich, English speaking environment to build their understanding, confidence and enjoyment of the language.

This course is a great opportunity for your child to develop their English language proficiency. The carefully selected scripts give students essential practice in oral reading fluency and public speaking. The scripts also provide an opportunity for group interaction and student cooperation.

This is a one week course, therefore we suggest:



Primary Creative Writing

Lower Primary (6-8 years old), Upper Primary (9-11 years old)

Whether you know oxymoron from onomatopoeia or haiku from hyperbole, each week students will learn a range of techniques, vocabulary and grammar as they explore different text types.

Week 3 / 7 - Creative Writing: Creative juices will be flowing this week as students explore poetic and literary devices to bring their ideas to life.

** Please note that students need to be at the early writing stage to join the Lower Primary Writing programme. This includes spelling some commonly used words and attempting to write sentences independently. Students who do not meet this requirement will be better suited to the Commander Earth programme in which there will still be some writing components but at a more appropriate level.
Primary Writing runs every other week; therefore, we would suggest:



Challenge Your Creativity

Lower Primary (6-8 years old),
Upper Primary (9-11 years old)

Does your child want to ignite his/her imagination? Do they need something to boost their enthusiasm for learning during the holiday? Then join our lively classes where we will spark creativity through fun discussions, games and collaborative storytelling.

Students will:
· Develop creative thinking skills
· Motivate students and increase learning engagement
· Help students see everyday objects and concepts in new and deeper ways
· Improve language skills, foster imagination and curiosity
· Encourage creative writing and development of ideas
· Increase risk-taking skills

This programme runs on Saturdays throughout July.

Upper Primary Debate -Debate & Dialogue

Ages 9-11 years

Debates are fun and engaging activities that exercise the brain to use all four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, sometimes concurrently.

In this course, students will:
· Understand how debating works, what the rules are and how to debate effectively
· Use formal language, persuasive techniques and connectives in a speech
· Structure ideas on a given topic, using evidence and examples to enhance arguments
· Develop critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills
· Learn to express themselves confidently, coherently and assertively

This course is suitable for students who are new to debating and those who have already developed a taste for debating in their primary schools. It can also prepare them for a variety of opportunities that they will come across in their secondary schools.

This is a one week course, therefore we suggest:


Secondary Debate

Ages 12-16 years

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? Would it be more like Trump or Biden?

Throughout the sessions, students will have plenty of opportunities to discuss and debate a range of topics.

In Secondary Debate students will:

· Analyse language and body language from real debates such as the presidential debates
· Construct arguments using persuasive language and engaging sentence openers
· Learn about tone of voice and vocal delivery during a debate
· Enhance speaking confidence
· Practise rebuttals
· Learn how to research for a debate in an effective manner
· Practise taking notes during a debate to form the basis of another argument
· Put skills into practice with small group and class debates

This is a one week course.

Secondary Life Skills: Resume, Email and Interview Techniques

Ages 12-16 years

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.

Students will:
· Draft and refine a foundational resume which can be used for potential university or job applications
· Carry out personality and character assessments which assist students find their true core strengths and social and academic areas to develop
· Practice spoken oral skills in mock Interviews as preparation for future opportunities
· Discuss student’s core competencies and how they can relate to different job careers

This is a one week course.

Secondary - Make News Make Sense

Ages 12-16 years

Students will hone their 21st century skills as they delve into the news. Through text analysis, debate and discussion students will review media articles and make sense of the world around us.

Students will:
· Develop 21st century skills: Creativity, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication
· Identify language and literary devices in the media
· Respond to articles and formulate an argument
· Write a letter to the editor

This is a one week course.

Spanish through Art and Culture

Ages 7-11 years

Spanish is a vibrant language with a fascinating culture. This summer, we are excited to offer our summer Spanish course, in which students are immersed in the Hispanic art and culture as they develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Each day, students will build their understanding of the language through a different component of the culture. From latino music to indigenous art, students will travel in time through all the richness of Hispanic music, customs, people and colours. An immersion into different activities and art projects that will enrich not only their communication skills but also their love for art and their knowledge of different art techniques.

**The course materials are on a 2 week rotation, meaning Weeks 1-2 are different and Weeks 3-4 starts the rotation again.
**Students can enrol for 1 or 2 weeks of classes but 2 weeks is recommended

Drama Stars Creativity Camp

Ages 4-6 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will study an engaging theme and become the characters of the story. There will be a filmed/live performance at the end of the course.
Students will:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create their own filmed/live performance

Drama Star A Theme: The Lion King
Drama Star B Theme: Mulan
Drama Stars - Saturday (July) Theme: Aladdin
Drama Stars - Saturday (August) Theme: Beauty and the Beast

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Drama Loop Creativity Camp

Ages 6-8 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will study an engaging theme, becoming the characters of the story to further embed their learning. There will be a filmed/live performance at the end of the course.
Students will:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create their own filmed/live performance

Drama Loop A Theme: Mary Poppins
Drama Loop B Theme: Alice in Wonderland

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Drama Circle Creativity Camp

Ages 8-12 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will experience all elements of a drama performances, becoming a character, creating their props or costumes, rehearsing and performing. There will be a filmed/live performance at the end of the course.
Students will:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create your own filmed/live performance

Drama Circle A Theme: Wonka!
Drama Circle B Theme: The Sound of Music

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Jeux Olympiques Kids

Ages 7-10 years

This one-week summer camp offers 15 hours of classes, with 10 hours dedicated to an initial learning of the French language and 5 hours devoted to practical and creative DIY workshops on the Olympic Games.

Students will feel as if they have been transported to France and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, as they are encouraged to use the French language in the DIY workshops.


In collaboration with Alliance Française de Hong Kong


Please click HERE for course details 

Jeux Olympiques Teens

Ages 11-16 years

This one-week summer camp offers 15 hours of classes, with 10 hours dedicated to an initial learning of the French language and 5 hours devoted to practical, creative and age-appropriate DIY workshops on the Olympic Games.

Students will gain a rich cultural experience of life in Paris and participate collaboratively to create sports-related games while using the French language in context.

In collaboration with Alliance Française de Hong Kong.

Please click HERE for course details 

Multi-Sports Camp

Ages 3-10 years

Summertime is the time to get out and get moving and with an ESF Sports Camp your child will do just that! Providing a safe and enjoyable environment for students, our enthusiastic approach combined with expert coaches with a passion for sport, enables every student to develop their skills and self-confidence in a range of activities, both as an individual and within a group or team dynamic.

.Enhance motor skills through different hand-eye coordination activities.
.Variety athletics and gym exercises that are suitable for children of all ages and levels using balancing bars, ball games, and more.
.Develop and refine sports skills that prepare your child for football, basketball, gymnastics and more!
.Interactive team-building exercises that foster team spirit.

3 - 10 years old will love our day camps that are split into separate age groups. All camps combine a range of age-appropriate activities that aim to develop a core range of skills such as very basic motor skills (running, jumping, turning, balance) through to more sophisticated game-related abilities (teamwork, speed & agility, etc.).

Your child’s enjoyment is at the heart of our sports camps. We deliver programmes that will provide your child with a socially positive experience, increasing their love of sport and improving their sporting skills all through the medium of fun and game-based development.

Wet camps (water activities included) are available at Renaissance College and South Island School, whereas Dry camps at Kowloon Junior School do not include any swimming session.

Football Clinics

Ages 5-11 years

ESF Lions Football is running fantastic football camps during the summer holidays.

Join us for this fun camp to improve skills, develop techniques, play games and enjoy playing on the world class pitch at KGV. Football Camps are coached by our expert coaches who will help your child to develop their love of the game of football!

Basketball Clinics

Ages 5-17 years

ESF Tigers will be delivering basketball camps to improve players' individual technical skills and to enhance their knowledge of team play fundamentals.

The sessions will comprise mini-stations covering fundamentals such as passing, shooting and dribbling and will include small-sided games and competitions to test a player's skill level.

If you want to keep your skills up over the Summer break so that you're ready for the rest of the term, don't miss out on this great opportunity!

Swimming Clinics

Ages 3-16 years

ESF Sharks Swimming delivers swimming lessons during summer clinics. Our qualified coaches will help swimmers develop their comfort level in the water, improve stroke technique through fun games and activities in the water.

*Due to health and safety concerns, please note that parents are not allowed to enter the venue or the poolside area.

Fencing Clinics

Ages 5-8 years

Learn the art of sword in Summer with an ESF Fencing clinic! Our clinics are aimed at developing your child's fundamental skills of fencing which will enable them to become strong and resilient fencers.
Our friendly and qualified coaches provide a supportive and enjoyable learning environment and will help your child to develop a love of the sport!

Our fencing clinics are opened to all young students - both ESF and non-ESF students.

Tennis Clinics

Ages 4-12 years

Tennis is undeniably one of the most popular family sports in the world. Students of all ages and abilities can enjoy tennis and challenge themselves to develop a lifelong skill set.

Our highly experienced ESF Tennis Coaching Team strongly believes in a fun, dynamic, and energetic style of teaching, which will instill a strong base of fundamentals as well as a true love for the game. With a progressive class schedule and competitions for beginners through advanced players, our tennis programmes give your children valuable experience that they can use throughout their lives.

Gymnastics Clinics

Ages 5-10 years

Tumble, roll, bounce, flex and cartwheel your way through the school holidays with an ESF Gymnastics clinic! Our clinics are aimed at developing your child's fundamental gymnastics abilities through floor, beam and vault skill building.


Cheerleading and Rhythmic
– A great way to improve the gymnastics skills with sessions including innovative gymnastic programmes, Rhythmic Gymnastics Cheerleading, games to support healthy, happy children in a high-energy learning environment.

Our friendly and qualified coaches provide a supportive and enjoyable learning environment and will help your child to develop a love of the sport!

Our gymnastics clinics are open to the public.

Tag Rugby Clinics

Ages 5-8 years

Tag Rugby Clinics is an active and fun game-based learning for boys and girls, open to children experienced and new to the game.
We will teach a modified form of the game which does not involve contact and focus on teaching key fundamental skills in a safe environment.

This programme help to develop ball skills, eye hand co-ordination, communication and confidence.
ESF Explore Netball

Netball Clinics

Ages 5-8 years

We will work on personal strength, coordination development, netball positional speciality training, and skills through modified mini-games and match play set ups.

Whether you are new to netball or you are getting ready to play competitively, this netball training will bring you a different experience and get you started on your netball journey.

Krav Maga Clinics

Ages 5-8 Years

Our Krav Maga course heightens children's awareness of everyday safety issues and enables them to learn self-defense techniques in a relatively short amount of time. Classes are carefully adapted to match the student's respective age, as well as their physical and mental abilities. Through a specially designed Krav Maga training program and games-based activities, children are taught how to recognize common threats like bullies and kidnappers, and even dangerous situations like fire and natural disasters.

Outdoor Adventure Camps (Full Day)

Ages 7-11 Years

2-day, 3-day or 5-day options available in Sai Kung and Mui Wo+ Cheung Chau. (also operates during public holidays.)

*This is not an overnight camp, please arrange drop-off and pickup your child each day.

Unleash your adventurous spirit at our Summer Camp! Dive into canyoning, kayak across a short sea journey, engage in epic beach-based games, and get Lost in the Wild. Join us for an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!


Outdoor Adventure Camp details, please click HERE

Half Day STEM Camps - ESF Explore

Primary Science - STEM: Past, Present & Future

Lower Primary (Ages 6-8 years old),
Upper Primary (Ages 9-11 years old)

Technology is advancing and the world is evolving, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) has come to the fore and it is now vital for all students to know the essentials of this subject….or lose out!

Students will gain vital hands-on skills as they dive deep into engineering, design and simple technology challenges. Not only will they learn about the scientific method, they will also develop an understanding of a range of text types such as explanations and reports as they write up their experiments.

Week 2 / 6 - Ancient Science: From ancient irrigation methods to mummification, students will step back in time and complete STEM challenges based on ancient civilisations

Week 4 / 8 - Science Carnival: Students will become immersed in the carnival theme in which they will work on a series of mini-projects, including putting their knowledge of forces and motion into action by building their own carnival game.

Primary Science runs every other week, therefore we suggest:



*New* mTiny & Spike Essential

Ages 4-5 years old

Embark on an engaging, hands-on adventure where your children will learn the basics of coding through the power of icon blocks, interactive robots and Lego building.

mTiny allows the children to learn the basics of coding with icon blocks. Children will use a Tap Pen controller to learn about robotics and coding.
Spike combines creativity with coding. First, your child will construct amazing Lego creations and develop their fine motor skills at the same time. Then, using an iPad to code, they will bring these creations to life! Children will learn basic mechanic concepts through this Lego coding experience.

With both screenless and iPad-based options available across the week, your child will have the opportunity to explore coding across different platforms and a variety of themes.

*New* Introduction to Coding (Screenless Robotics)

Ages 4-5 years old

Screenless and screen-based activities, learning with various hands-on and interactive actiivities through multiple Montessori-approved educational robotics sets, combined with sequential & directional programming through multiple programming apps on their iPads!

Introduction to Coding involves engaging stories combined with programming music, expressions, directions and movements to create a fun and immersive learning environment. Use colourful physical blocks on the special programming board in order to move robots while exploring the different story maps. Complete coding challenges while covering topics such as shapes, animals, and planets.

Experimenting and seeing how their coding controls real-life robots and on-screen characters in real-time can help demystify technology, while developing their spatial ability through the use of directions and learning fundamental programming concepts such as order and sequencing.

*New* Exploring Blockchain: Building a Simulated Wallet System

Ages 12+ years

This course is for students who have an intermediate level of JavaScript programming and want to learn how blockchain systems work and why they are preferred to reduce online security risks. We will explore how blockchain technologies are changing the way we share information, make payments with crypto currencies and keep track of transactions via a digital ledger.

By the end of this course, students will build a simulated blockchain wallet system to store coins. This course emphasizes on both the front and back end of developing blockchain solutions.

Game Design - Minecraft Education

Ages 6-8 years

Combining imagination with builder tools in Minecraft Education Edition, students will hone their creativity while exploring fundamental block-based programming concepts.
In this camp, students will build amazing structures and contraptions, design, code and create their own unique mini-games, features & commands with absolute creative freedom.

In the course, students will:
- Each student is assigned with FREE Minecraft Coding Licensed Account valued at HKD100
- Master block-based programming to bring ideas to life in Minecraft Education Edition.
- Sharpen computational thinking skills through coding in Minecraft.
- Design interactive experiences by crafting custom commands and gameplay elements.
- Foster collaboration and teamwork in coding projects within Minecraft

First Steps in Coding

Ages 6-8 years

Gain an understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript and get a solid head start in website development!


Using real-world technology, students will create websites and web-based applications. They will build their own coding posters, trivia games and personalized websites.
Scratch Coding

Remake Classic Games with Scratch

Ages 6-8 years

Get a great introduction to programming with the new and improved version of Scratch. 


Students will learn the basics of game design and character animation in a well-structured and easy-to-learn environment as they reimagine classic arcade games, such as Tetris and Flappy Bird. What’s more, they will learn to make art with code using the new code blocks in Scratch.



*No previous experience is required for this course.

Code Creator: Design and Play Your Own Arcade Games

Ages 6-8 years

Students will create their own unique arcade-style video games using Makecode Arcade, which they can play and share with their peers and family. They will gain valuable skills in computer science and creative problem-solving through designing their arcade games.
Makecode Arcade is a beginner-friendly game development platform that uses block-based coding to allow kids to create their own video games and develop understanding in game development principles and logical reasoning.

Robotics - Codey Rocky

Ages 6-8 years

Codey Rocky, your child’s new coding companion designed for STEM education! From grabbing real-time weather data from all over the world to exploring voice recognition and game design, Codey Rocky gives your child their first taste of Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT). It combines easy-to-use hardware with block-based programming - complete with sensors to collect data & built-in WiFi that lets student’s create simple data-driven projects and games with artificial intelligence extensions.

Create Your Own Digital Pet

Ages 6-8 years

Through Digital Pet, students will learn to program and visualise the cause and effects of the needs of their chosen animal.
Students will learn how to visualise this through inner.HTML, and to reflect the interactivity through JavaScript functions by using arithmetic operators. Students will be challenged to conduct extensive research on the needs and requirements of the chosen animal and incorporate their findings into their Digital Pet projects.

First Steps in Python

Ages 9-11 years

In this introductory course for beginners, students will learn the basics of coding in Python. The course will focus on learning Python syntax, structure and parameters and then use the knowledge and skills to build two projects


Using the BSD Online learning platform, students will be guided through learning about Python basics like, variables, data types, conditional logic, math operators and loops. The first part of the course is designed to be self-guided with activities and practice with syntax and using the console. Then students will build a birth-date-to-now calculator and an encoder/decoder.


They will end the course with a tech portfolio of the projects they’ve created throughout the course, and will be able to use their new skills to move onto more complex projects in the future.

3D Game Design and Development with Roblox

Ages 9-11 years

Students will use the world-famous gaming platform, Roblox Studio, to design and develop their own games. They will use programming logic like function, loops, and conditions to customize and develop an engaging story that captures the player’s interest, and design heroes that take on the interactive world.


Students will work on their game design skills and learn to think creatively about designing worlds, creating themes and setting objectives and goals, mimicking how professional developers.

Game Development 101: Start Your Tech Journey as a Game Developer!

Ages 9-11 years

This course is the perfect introductory experience for learning digital skills in the world of gaming and programming.

Students will learn how to plan, design and develop their very first web based game using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They will pick up valuable skills along the way such as planning, designing game assets and creating digital special effects.

Mobile Game Developer

Ages 9-11 years

In this intermediate course, students will learn to use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build games that can be played on both desktop and mobile devices. 


This course is designed for students who have had prior experience with HTML, CSS, andJavaScript. Using the BSD Online learning platform, students will build a total of five different games — a platformer, a trac game, a nonogram puzzle game, a battle game, and a jumping game. 


Students will develop fundamental skills in programming, learn about game development and design, and explore how to add further customizations to their projects.They will end the course with a tech portfolio of the projects they’ve created, and will be able to use their new skills to move onto more complex projects in the future.

Pygame Platformer Mastery: Create Your Own 2D Games

Ages 12+ years

In this comprehensive course, we will explore the exciting world of 2D platformer game development using Pygame. From setting up the development environment to implementing gameplay mechanics, animations, and level design, you will learn the essential skills required to build your own engaging platformer game.
By the end of the course, you will have a complete, playable 2D platformer game that you can showcase to others.

Code Your Own World with VR

Ages 12+ years

From forests to Mars, students will bring their imaginations to life by coding their own virtual reality world.


Developed with HTML, JavaScript, and A-Frame, they will code and add their own customized textures, elements and interactions to complete their realistic simulated 3D environments.


Students will also be able to easily share their work with friends and families, as well as immerse themselves into their creations.

Code the Future with Artificial Intelligence

Ages 12+ years

From self-driving cars to entertainment recommendations, AI is a part of our future. There is no better time to start learning how AI works.


Students will use Machine Learning and code to develop and train their own vision recognition system and explore how Machine Learning can be applied to art, music, games and digital assistants by making and programming AI projects.


Students will also explore similarities between AI and how our own minds by studying the effects of bias and categorization of data.

Video Game Design with Phaser

Ages 12+ years

Start programming games like a professional with this course. Using the popular desktop and mobile gaming framework, PhaserJS, students will learn how to create a platformer game, a side-scroller game and mini-games.


Engaging their creativity and design thinking skills, they will create, customize and enhance their games by adding their own set of characters, environments, gravity and world physics.


Using Design Thinking methodology, students will gather feedback from classmates and iterate to improve their games.
Language & Sports Full Day Camp - ESF Explore

Spanish through Art and Culture

Ages 7-11 years

Spanish is a vibrant language with a fascinating culture. This summer, we are excited to offer our summer Spanish course, in which students are immersed in the Hispanic art and culture as they develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Each day, students will build their understanding of the language through a different component of the culture. From latino music to indigenous art, students will travel in time through all the richness of Hispanic music, customs, people and colours. An immersion into different activities and art projects that will enrich not only their communication skills but also their love for art and their knowledge of different art techniques.


**The course materials are on a 2 week rotation, meaning Weeks 1-2 are different and Weeks 3-4 starts the rotation again.
**Students can enrol for 1 or 2 weeks of classes but 2 weeks is recommended

The Treble Makers

Ages 5-7 years

Dive into a world of music this summer with The Treble Makers! This immersive one-week programme, tailored for 5 to 7-year-olds, offers a transformative experience where your child will be fully immersed in the captivating realm of music. Through singing, movement, and the exploration of both non-pitch and pitch instruments, they will develop a well-rounded understanding of rhythm and melody. Craft activities inspired by the vibrant "Carnival of the Animals" theme will spark their creativity and deepen their connection to music. With a further focus on ensemble skills, students will actively listen to music and their peers, and collaborate on group tasks while fostering a greater appreciation for the art. Prepare to be amazed as your child experiences music in a multitude of ways, culminating in an end-of-programme performance. Enrol in The Treble Makers today and let the harmonies begin!

Drama Stars Creativity Camp

Ages 4-6 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will study an engaging theme and become the characters of the story. There will be a filmed/live performance at the end of the course.

Course content:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create their own filmed performance

Drama Star A Theme: The Lion King
Drama Star B Theme: Mulan
Drama Stars - Saturday (July) Theme: Aladdin
Drama Stars - Saturday (August) Theme: Beauty and the Beast

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Drama Loop Creativity Camp

Ages 6-8 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will study an engaging theme, becoming the characters of the story to further embed their learning. There will be a filmed/live performance at the end of the course.
Students will:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create their own filmed performance

Drama Loop A Theme: Mary Poppins
Drama Loop B Theme: Alice in Wonderland

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Drama Circle Creativity Camp

Ages 8-12 years

Combining acting, music, movement and theatre-crafts, students will experience all elements of a drama performances, becoming a character, creating their props or costumes, rehearsing and performing. There will be a filmed performance at the end of the course.
Students will:
· Learn wide-ranging skills in acting, movement and theatre-crafts
· Perform individually and as a team
· Play fun and challenging games to build their performing skills
· Create costumes, props and set pieces
· Create your own filmed performance

Drama Circle A Theme: Wonka!
Drama Circle B Theme: The Sound of Music

Students can enrol for one or two weeks.

Latin Dance - Cha Cha Cha

Ages 5-6 years
Ages 7-8 years

Latin Dance is a sport and an arts, both of which are important elements in education. This dance programme focuses on 1 of the 5 Latin Dances – Cha Cha Cha. Students will learn the basic steps and rhythm of the dance, improve the awareness in body postures, enhance the expressive power and confidence. Games and rewards will be included which create a fun and engaging environment for learning Latin Dance. This course is a great introduction to Latin Dance but at the same time provides the opportunity to enhance your child’s interest in Latin Dance and existing dancing techniques.

Course content:
- basic steps and dance routine
- standing postures and muscle coordination - body flexibility
- footwork and handwork
- listening and understanding of music rhythms

*Students can enrol for 1, 2, or 3 weeks, with a recommendation of 3 weeks for a comprehensive learning experience as each week covers different songs, steps, and techniques.

5-Day Documentary & Filmmaking (All Day)

Ages 14-18 years

Are you passionate about storytelling, social issues, and the power of visual media? Do you wish to delve into the lives of diverse communities and bring untold stories to the screen? Are you eager to develop your skills in documentary filmmaking focused on environmental protection in Hong Kong?
This intensive program invites budding filmmakers to experience Hong Kong's rich cultural tapestry and explore the pressing issue of environmental protection through documentaries.


Through hands-on workshops and mentorship from experienced documentary filmmakers, students will learn to create impactful documentaries that shed light on the environmental challenges faced by Hong Kong and its communities.


Please click HERE for the programme schedule

Drawing Intensive

Ages 9-11 years
Ages 12 years+

This Drawing Intensive course is for anyone who wants to learn how to draw and develop confidence in drawing. No experience or prior skills are needed! This course draws heavily from the tools and strategies of Dr. Betty Edward’s New York Times best-selling book “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain,” coupled with strategies from other master artists who draw from observation.

We will learn the 5 perceptual skills:
1. Perception of Edges
2. Perception of Space
3. Perception of Angles and Proportions
4. Perception of Lights and Shadows
5. Perception of the Whole (integration of the above skills.)

Each session starts with a short presentation followed by step-by-step demonstration for each skill. Students will work on fun and engaging exercises designed to access and activate the right brain to learn how to draw and see differently. Students will go home with a portfolio of drawings and a self-portrait.

The skills are straightforward and they can be perfected with practice, just like any other skills. Progress can be dramatic!

Playgroup Camps

6 - 36 months (accompanied by an adult)

Our play-based learning approach allows our youngest students to develop their curiosity and build early skills in a safe, comfortable environment. Through the exploration of nursery rhymes and much loved stories, students will participate in a variety of hands-on activities to develop their fine motor and gross motor skills, cognitive and language development, and through our sensory activities they will have some messy fun!

Parents can choose from 2, 3, or 5 day options per week.

This camp is different every week, so students can join for 4 consecutive weeks!
Pre-Kindergarten(Ages 2 to 3 years old) - ESF Explore

Little Explorers

Ages 2 - 3 years (Unaccompanied)

Let us take your children on a summer adventure where we will immerse ourselves in a world of stories, baking, art exploration and singing.

This programme is suitable for children who turn 2 years old from July 1st, but are not eligible to join Kindergarten Preparation.

Students enrol for 2 week blocks, either 3 or 5 day options per block. This camp is different every week, students can join for 8 consecutive weeks!

Kindergarten Preparation

K1 starters (Unaccompanied)

This course is for students who will be starting K1 after the summer. Students will develop their independence and confidence in an ESF kindergarten environment, as they explore nursery rhymes and well-loved stories through a variety of hands-on learning experiences.

This camp is different every week, so students can join for up to 4 weeks!

5-Day Multisector Career Perspectives

Ages 12-14 years

This dynamic course is designed to empower students aged 12-14 to explore diverse career paths. Each day, students will focus on a specific in-demand industry with the guidance of a vetted industry expert who will be sharing their experiences and insights.  


- Entrepreneurship
-
Science & Technology
- Fitness & Wellness
- Media & Communication
- Legal


Students will step into the roles of entrepreneur, scientist, wellness expert, media practitioner, and lawyer, learning what it takes to thrive in these careers through 5 engaging phases:
- Discovery: Get a taste of different careers by understanding sectors and responsibilities, misconceptions vs. reality, future and growth potential, and what a typical day looks like for someone in each industry.
- Core Competencies: Learn and build essential technical and soft skills as well as qualities needed to succeed in each industry.
- Experience: Put knowledge to the real-world test by engaging in hands-on activities and applying learnings to accomplish project deliverables.
- Pathways: Learn how to chart future career paths, from choosing the right course and university to actively seeking internships and upskilling opportunities.
- Reflect: Solidify learnings and develop a roadmap for success through guided reflection and post-program support.

5-Day Multisector Career Perspectives

Ages 15-18 years

In this immersive program, students aged 15-18 will explore diverse career paths and jumpstart their professional journey. Each day, students will focus on a specific in-demand industry with the guidance of a vetted industry expert who will be sharing their experiences and insights.

- Entrepreneurship
- Science & Technology
- Fitness & Wellness
- Media & Communication
- Legal

Students will dive into the roles of entrepreneur, scientist, wellness expert, media practitioner, and lawyer, learning what it takes to thrive in these careers through 5 engaging phases:
- Discovery: Demystify career paths by exploring industry sectors, key responsibilities, separating myths from reality, and understanding future growth potential. Gain a glimpse into a typical workday for professionals in each field.
- Core Competencies: Develop and refine essential technical and soft skills, along with the qualities needed for success in their chosen industry.
- Experience: Apply learnings by engaging in hands-on activities and completing project deliverables that simulate real-world scenarios.
- Pathways: Explore university and course options, learn how to actively seek internships, and discover upskilling opportunities to stay competitive in their chosen field.
- Reflect: Develop a roadmap for professional success and solidify learnings through guided reflection and post-program support.

10-Day Building Brands: An Expert-led course, supported by Google, Manulife and Cartier

Ages 14-18 years (exceptions applied on a case by case basis)

What is it like to solve problems in the world of Google? Find out the kind of challenges Google faces today. 
This 10-day program supported by Google and led by industry experts, offers a unique opportunity for students to go behind the scenes and engage in the exciting world of consulting.
Participants in this program will engage with a business challenge supported by Google, Manulife and Cartier, leveraging design thinking principles to develop innovative solutions. Throughout the course, participants will collaborate to conceptualise, design, and present their business ideas to a panel of industry experts.

This professional experience includes mentorship from renowned global brands and consultants who are shaping the business landscape in Hong Kong and internationally. Participants will learn, practice and apply OWNIT professional competencies and design thinking methodologies. Additionally, they will have opportunities to network with industry professionals and peers, hone their critical thinking skills and get a head start in the world of business. 

OWNIT Professional Core Competencies: 
- Openness and growth mindset
- Work ethic and commitment to excellence
- Networking and communication
- Innovation and creativity
- Teamwork and empathy

Please click HERE for the programme schedule

5-Day Entrepreneurship & International Business in Asia

Ages 14 - 18 years

Are you fascinated by the allure of international business and the boundless opportunities it offers? Are you driven to create ventures that transcend borders? If so, get ready to embark on an exciting entrepreneurial expedition this summer, starting from the strategic hub of Hong Kong. This programme is tailored to empower aspiring high school entrepreneurs with the skills and insights needed to navigate the complex business landscapes of China and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
Through interactive workshops and case studies, you'll discover how Hong Kong serves as a launchpad for international business ventures and as a prime example of global economic integration. This immersive experience will enable you to step into the role of a global entrepreneur and forge your path in the international business arena. Whether it's honing your skills, expanding your network, or broadening your horizons, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and insights shared by industry experts and successful business leaders.


Please click HERE for the programme schedule

*New* Exploring Blockchain: Building a Simulated Wallet System

Ages 12+ years

This course is for students who have an intermediate level of JavaScript programming and want to learn how blockchain systems work and why they are preferred to reduce online security risks. We will explore how blockchain technologies are changing the way we share information, make payments with crypto currencies and keep track of transactions via a digital ledger.

By the end of this course, students will build a simulated blockchain wallet system to store coins. This course emphasizes on both the front and back end of developing blockchain solutions.

First Steps in Coding

Ages 6-8 years

Gain an understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript and get a solid head start in website development!


Using real-world technology, students will create websites and web-based applications. They will build their own coding posters, trivia games and personalised websites.

Create Your Own Digital Pet!

Ages 6-8 years

Through Digital Pet, students will learn to program and visualise the cause and effects of the needs of their chosen animal.
Students will learn how to visualise this through inner.HTML, and to reflect the interactivity through JavaScript functions by using arithmetic operators. Students will be challenged to conduct extensive research on the needs and requirements of the chosen animal and incorporate their findings into their Digital Pet projects.

First Steps in Game Development

Ages 6-8 years

This course is the perfect introductory experience for learning digital skills in the world of gaming and programming.


Students will learn how to plan, design and develop their very first web based game using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They will pick up valuable skills along the way such as planning, designing game assets and creating digital special effects.

First Steps in Python

Ages 9-11 years

In this introductory course for beginners, students will learn the basics of coding in Python. The course will focus on learning Python syntax, structure and parameters and then use the knowledge and skills to build two projects


Using the BSD Online learning platform, students will be guided through learning about Python basics like, variables, data types, conditional logic, math operators and loops. The first part of the course is designed to be self-guided with activities and practice with syntax and using the console. Then students will build a birth-date-to-now calculator and an encoder/decoder.


They will end the course with a tech portfolio of the projects they’ve created throughout the course, and will be able to use their new skills to move onto more complex projects in the future.

Game Development 101: Start Your Tech Journey as a Game Developer!

Ages 9-11 years

This course is the perfect introductory experience for learning digital skills in the world of gaming and programming.

Students will learn how to plan, design and develop their very first web based game using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. They will pick up valuable skills along the way such as planning, designing game assets and creating digital special effects.

Mobile Game Developer

Ages 9-11 years

In this intermediate course, students will learn to use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build games that can be played on both desktop and mobile devices. 


This course is designed for students who have had prior experience with HTML, CSS, andJavaScript. Using the BSD Online learning platform, students will build a total of five different games — a platformer, a trac game, a nonogram puzzle game, a battle game, and a jumping game. 


Students will develop fundamental skills in programming, learn about game development and design, and explore how to add further customisations to their projects.They will end the course with a tech portfolio of the projects they’ve created, and will be able to use their new skills to move onto more complex projects in the future.

Code Your Own World with VR

Ages 12+ years

From forests to Mars, students will bring their imaginations to life by coding their own virtual reality world.


Developed with HTML, JavaScript, and A-Frame, they will code and add their own customised textures, elements and interactions to complete their realistic simulated 3D environments.


Students will also be able to easily share their work with friends and families, as well as immerse themselves into their creations.
Remake classic games with Scratch

Video Game Design with Phaser

Ages 12+ years

Start programming games like a professional with this course. Using the popular desktop and mobile gaming framework, PhaserJS, students will learn how to create a platformer game, a side-scroller game and mini-games.


Engaging their creativity and design thinking skills, they will create, customize and enhance their games by adding their own set of characters, environments, gravity and world physics.


Using Design Thinking methodology, students will gather feedback from classmates and iterate to improve their games.

Code the Future with Artificial Intelligence

Ages 12+ years

From self-driving cars to entertainment recommendations, AI is a part of our future. There is no better time to start learning how AI works.


Students will use Machine Learning and code to develop and train their own vision recognition system and explore how Machine Learning can be applied to art, music, games and digital assistants by making and programming AI projects.


Students will also explore similarities between AI and how our own minds by studying the effects of bias and categorisation of data.
Download our Summer Camps 2024 Catalogue
Learn More

"We appreciate the coach, he was able to stimulate the interest of our son to play basketball. The coach taught the kids different kind of skills in basketball and hence everybody had fun and enjoyed the classes. From what we could observe, friendship had also been built up in class as well. In short, the coach did an excellent job in teaching the class and made the experience unforgettable to most of the kids who joined the class if not all. "
- Parent from Summer Camp Basketball Class 2022