Kids camps in Spain for international students - 3 yo

There are several types of prestigious camps in Spain, namely:

• Children's language camps – English and Spanish 
• Sports camps - training in football, basketball, tennis, golf, surfing, cycling and motorcycling, equestrian sport.
• Creative camps – dance and vocal classes.
• Seasonal camps are divided according to the time of year, namely spring, autumn, winter and summer.

In terms of cost, a fairly inexpensive Spanish leading language camp is CampRialp. Another leading Spanish camp is Enfocamp, which is created on the basis of EnforexdonQuijote.

Spanish boarding schools open their doors for kids camps during holidays. The most popular destinations in that case are Barcelona, Marbella, Malaga, Valencia, also Madrid, Salamanca, Seville.

Sian Thomas

International Student Recruitment Specialist at Inspired Education Group

What is the philosophy or mission of the camp? What are you guided by in your activities?

Our camp's mission is to provide a fun, educational, and culturally enriching experience for campers. We prioritize personal growth, teamwork and broadening your horizons through a variety of exciting activities and excursions.

A typical timetable of the campers is the following:

In the morning hours, after breakfast English or Spanish classes are conducted.

After lunch, it's time for sports training.

As for the evening hours and weekends, the teaching and educational staff of language boarding schools in Spain organize numerous educational excursions, trips to various cities and tourist attractions, such as the beaches, or amusement parks.

As for the duration of training in summer camps in Spain, on average it varies from two to four weeks. The target audience for training in rated summer camps for children in Spain are international students aged 5 to 21 years.

There are options for children and their parents to choose from schools in Spain at different times of the year:

• summer
• winter
• spring
• autumn

The best Spanish boarding schools and camps have created all the necessary conditions for high-quality summer holidays for international students, which is harmoniously combined with the acquisition of useful skills and knowledge. The onset of summer in Spain is associated with the opening of numerous advanced summer camps, which, in turn, open their doors wide to international students from all over the world. The advantages of studying in elite Spanish language boarding schools are obvious, there is a significant improvement in language skills in English and Spanish thanks to the classes, and everyday communication with peers from around the world.

As for accommodation in a summer camp in Spain, foreign teenagers live in comfortable rooms designed for 2-4 students with en-suite bathrooms. In quite rare cases, students are accommodated in rooms designed for 5 to 14 students, with amenities on the floor.

When deciding to spend your child's holidays in a prestigious summer camp in Spain, you can be sure that your child will relax and get the brightest emotions and impressions, because the southern mild climate will not leave anyone indifferent. Just imagine, the best beaches of the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic Ocean open up excellent prospects for surfing, while the most magnificent and exquisite Spanish cuisine and breathtaking architecture will take your breath away- all this will become available with training in the best language children's boarding schools in Spain. The highest level of quality of education and leisure programs is confirmed by numerous positive reviews from international students.

Types of Summer Camps in Spain

Language boarding schools offer a wide range of language and sports programs, with football academies, tennis and riding classes. During a few weeks of stay in the language boarding schools in Spain, foreign teenagers are provided with all the opportunities to master new activities and improve skills.

Every year, new summer camps and summer programs are created in Spain, which offer activities with a focus on a specific specialization. For example, a year ago, a pertner institution of Smapse opened its doors to young talented designers and fashion designers for training. Another great example is a dance camp, created for those teenagers who love dancing, rock music, has been created recently. Thus, each teenager will be able to find a program that suits him/her best and enjoy the most of it.

While staying at camps with such unique and interesting programs, children will be able to participate in vocal and musical instrument classes, perform at one of the various live concerts, learn and practise archery, canoeing, rock climbing. Language camps create activities in the fresh air, thereby contributing to a close acquaintance with the local nature and fostering a caring attitude towards it. Camp that are far from the seaside are usually equipped with several large swimming pools, thereby leveling the lack of a long distance from the sea.

Young sports fans can enjoy their vacation time in the camps created on the basis of the best Spanish football clubs, such as Real Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona. Young football fans will conduct sports training on the football fields where the best Spanish teams train. 

Prestigious tennis academies in Spain are quite popular among international students. Children are given the opportunity to train with famous and sought-after Spanish coaches, who used to train excellent tennis players for international competitions.

A typical timetable consists of various academic and non-academic activities. Students attend classes for 20 hours per week. Lessons are conducted in small classrooms, from 10 to 12 students. At the same time, in addition to training, the acquired knowledge and skills are practised in everyday communication with the staff and, of course, with peers and friends.

There are also several mandatory excursions for children at the weekends. Such excursions take the whole day, usually students visit exciting amusement parks or tourist attractions. Sports classes are a part of the educational process. As a rule, upon completion of summer boarding schools in Spain, foreign students receive a diploma or certificate that indicates their knowledge of a foreign language at a certain level.

The fees for two weeks stay in a language boarding school in Spain is on average 1500 euros and higher. If the duration of the study is 4 weeks, then the cost of the stay ranges from 2600 to 2900 euros, taking into account accommodation, airport transfers, meals, Spanish classes, a leisure program that includes entertainment activities and excursions.

List of rated summer camps for children in Spain:

• Paradise Summer Camp – located on the Costa del Sol,
• Spanish Summer Camp – located in Alicante,
• Albatross Children's Camp, located in Costa aBrava,
• Oliva Surf Children's Camp, Location – Valencia,
• Alberge Children's Camp – located in Barcelona,
• Punta Brava Children's Camp – located in Murcia,
• Alcazares Children's Camp – Located in Murcia

Summer camps in Spain are special programs designed for children and teenagers and provide a combination of educational and recreational activities in a Spanish atmosphere. These camps are designed so that children can spend the summer learning new skills. During the program, children make new friends and immerse themselves in the culture of Spain.

In most cases, camps in Spain accept children between the ages of 6 and 17. But age restrictions may vary depending on the specific camp. Some may accept even younger children, while others may be more adolescent-oriented.

Camps in Spain offer a variety of activities, including foreign language lessons (most commonly Spanish), sports activities, arts and crafts, theater performances, music workshops, and even adventure excursions in nature. That way each child has a pastime he/she likes the most.

Many camps in Spain provide language programs for learning Spanish. These programs include lessons, conversational practice, and learning Spain's culture and history. This is the perfect opportunity for children to improve their language skills and immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture.

Accommodation conditions may vary depending on the chosen camp. Children are usually accommodated in comfortable houses, bungalows, hotels or special student residences. They usually live in small groups with accompanying adults who ensure safety and comfort.

Camps take the safety of children seriously. There are special safety standards, including medical services, as well as a system for communicating with parents in case of emergencies. Doctors and nurses are on-site or in close proximity to provide medical care.

The possibility of visiting a child in a camp depends on the policy of a particular camp. Some camps allow parents to visit their children at certain times, others may provide limited opportunities for attendance or even prohibit visits to improve the adjustment of children.

When choosing a camp, parents should consider additional costs such as event tickets, pocket money for personal expenses, health insurance. Always consult camp managers or Smapse experts before planning the trip.

The ratio between educational and recreational activities in camps in Spain may vary depending on the program. Usually, camps strive to provide a balanced timetable so that children can learn and have fun. Parents can choose a program that meets their expectations.

The camp fees include accommodation, meals, study materials and most activities. However, there may be additional costs, such as plane tickets to and from the destination, buying souvenirs, additional lessons or necessary equipment, etc.

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