Summer Camps in Paris 2026

May 6, 2026 | Blog, Education, Holidays & Travel, Parenting

The long school holidays in France are from early July until the start of  September 2026. There are a whole range of exciting summer camps in Paris for kids during the month of July and August, ranging from theatre workshops and cooking to languages and many different sports.

Many of the city’s leading international schools offer extraordinary and educational experiences for young people during the holidays, including excellent language courses. Keep reading to discover some of the best summer camp options in Paris for 2026.

UPDATED MAY 2026


MumAbroad’s Guide to Summer Camps in English

Forest International School Paris

From 6th to 24th July 2026, Forest International School Paris (FISP) invites children aged 2 to 12 to the FISP Holiday Summer Camp. Running Monday to Friday, from 10:00 to 17:00, the camp offers the opportunity for children to get out of the house and have fun doing a wide range of different activities, including ball sports, arts and crafts, cooking, baking and outings in the forest and orchards.

With 3 individual week-long sessions, the camp offers a rich mix of outdoor activities, including splashy fun in the school’s swimming pool and chill-out forest time.

The camp costs 425 € per week, and lunch and snacks are included for a fee of 6 € per day. 

Register for FISP Summer Holiday Club 2026


The American School of Paris

 

 

The American School of Paris offers week-long English language and activity camps for children aged 3 to 18, designed to expand English learning through engaging, inspiring, and challenging activities. Open to students of all English levels, the camps are set on a state-of-the-art campus near Parc de Saint-Cloud and include a variety of programmes. he students are divided by age category with different options available to suit a wide range of interests, from stand up comedy, drama and crafts for younger children to audio storytelling, journalism and CV building for older teenagers.

Dates, pricing, and registration details for the American School of Paris Summer Camps 2026 will be announced soon


EIB (Ecole Internationale Bilingue) Schools Holiday Camps

Part of the Globe Educate group, EIB Schools offer a series of bilingual summer camps, open to both enrolled students and the wider community. Each EIB campus features its own unique programming throughout the summer:

EIB Grenelle: The City of the Future and Space Explorers

From 29th June to 3rd July 2026, EIB Grenelle will host a “The City of the Future” camp for children aged 3 to 11 who enjoy building, inventing, and thinking big.

Younger students will get to design and construct a LEGO city through play and storytelling, while older students will work collaboratively on a futuristic miniature city using 3D printing, laser cutting, and virtual reality tools.

From 6th July to 10th July 2026, the theme will shift to “Space Explorers.” During this week, children will design rockets, experiment with space-themed challenges, and take part in imaginative missions inspired by astronauts.

Both camps run from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, with optional care until 6:00 pm, and cater to children aged 3 to 11 (5+ for the space week).

Find out more on the school’s website or contact Cécile Clavé at cclave@eibparis.fr for more information. 

EIB de la Jonchère: Creative Adventures & Back-to-School Boost

Throughout July, EIB de la Jonchère will run two vibrant summer camp weeks for children aged 3 to 11, followed by a special back-to-school preparation camp in late August for ages 5 to 14.

From 29th June to 3rd July 2026, a fun and creative Performing Arts camp will invite children to step into the world of stage performance. Throughout the week, students will explore different forms of artistic expression while gaining confidence and discovering the joy of being on stage.

From 6th July to 10th July 2026, another camp will run with the theme “How Does It Work?” . Children will be able to explore, experiment, and express themselves through hands-on workshops in radio, playful science, and baking, while learning through play.

Later in the summer, from 24th August to 28th August 2026, the EIB de la Jonchère campus will host a Back to School programme. This will be more academic in nature and will offer tailored support to help ease students back into routine. Mornings and afternoons will be structured around French, English, and Maths, with the content adapted by age groups.

Both summer camps will run from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (with extended care available), while the August programme will run from 8:45 am to 4:45 pm. The Back to School programme cost is €595 (pupils are requested to bring a lunchbox). 

Contact Elisabeth Leborgne at eleborgne@eibparis.fr for enquiries and registrations.

EIB Monceau: Time Travellers, “Symbolic and Numerical AI” 

Running over two consecutive weeks, from 6th July to 10th July, and again from 13th July to 17th July this “Time Travellers” themed camp at EIB Monceau will take children on a journey across major historical periods, from Prehistory to Ancient Egypt, through the Middle Ages, and even into the future. Each day, they will take part in creative workshops, games, LEGO construction, and problem-solving challenges linked to a specific era. Children will be able to attend one or both weeks, with the experience building as they go. The camp is open to ages 3 to 11 and will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

At EIB Monceau Collége, the “Symbolic and Numerical AI” camp from 29th June to 3rd July, will introduce students aged 10 to 14 to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence. Through guided activities, they will explore how machines “think”, comparing symbolic reasoning with numerical approaches. The programme will be led in partnership with AFPER and Club Athéon and will also include two sports afternoons.

This camp will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and is an ideal choice for older students who are curious about technology, logic, and how AI systems work.

Contact Sandrine Laporte at slaporte@eibparis.fr to register.

EIB Trocadéro: Back to School Programme 

EIB Trocadéro will offer a structured academic refresher through its Back to School programme, running from 24th to 28th August 2026.

The days will be clearly organised around core subjects. Younger students (CE1 to CE2) will focus on maths and French in the morning, followed by English in the afternoon. Older primary students (CM1 to CM2) will follow a slightly more varied structure, combining English learning, academic reinforcement, and recreational activities earlier in the day, before moving on to French and maths in the afternoon.

This programme will aim to rebuild academic confidence and routine before the school year begins, while still keeping children engaged. It will run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and will be aimed at children aged 7 to 10.

Find out more about EIB holiday camps


Living School Paris Holiday Club

The innovative Living School will open its doors for the first three weeks of the summer holidays, from 6th to 24th July 2026, for children aged 3 to 11.

The Holiday Club is 100% bilingual in English and French, with each week built around a specially chosen theme . Past examples include trees, bees, space, photography, zero waste, dance, and biodiversity.

Activities will include hands-on themed workshops focused on well-being and eco-citizenship, arts and crafts, singing, dance, cooking, and theatre, alongside daily outings to the Buttes-Chaumont park for nature discovery and cooperative games, and a cultural or nature field trip linked to the week’s theme. All English-language activities are led by native English-speaking teachers.

Organic, locally sourced, meat-free lunches will be provided by Les Marmites Volantes, delivered by cargo bike. Snacks should be brought from home

The camp is open to Living School pupils and external children alike. For fees, part-time and individual day options, and to arrange a pre-registration trial session for children who have not previously attended Living School, parents are invited to contact Léna Hartmann directly: lena.hartmann@livingschool.fr

Register for Living School Paris Holiday Club 2026


École des Roches

 

Give your child a summer to remember at École des Roches, one of France’s most renowned international boarding schools, nestled on a 60-hectare campus. Their summer programmes, running from 28th June to 9th August 2025, are open to children aged 9 to 17 years, with flexible two-week sessions and multiple start dates throughout the summer.

The French Classic programme offers engaging language lessons each morning, focusing on both oral and written communication, and sports or cultural workshops in the afternoon, alongside students from all over the world. Students benefit from small class sizes and a truly international environment. Fees are €3,950 per two-week session.

For those seeking a more specialised experience, the AI Camp Programme (for ages 11 to 17), delivered in partnership with Fun Tech Adventures, introduces students to robotics, coding, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity through hands-on, project-based learning. Fees are €4,850 per two-week session.

The Elite Sports Programme (for ages 12 to 17) combines intensive coaching with daily training sessions in disciplines such as tennis, golf, padel, e-go-karting or horse riding, alongside a balanced schedule of activities and excursions. Fees are €4,850 per two-week session.

Campers enjoy comfortable modern accommodation, an on-site sports complex (including a swimming pool, climbing wall, and tennis courts), and nutritious chef-prepared meals. Excursions include cultural visits to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles, and fun-filled days at Disneyland Paris or Parc Astérix.

Arrivals and departures take place on scheduled Sundays via Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, with full supervision provided.

For more information, contact Maxime Bouget at summer.camps@ecoledesroches.com.

Register for École des Roches Summer Camps


Ermitage International School

 

 

Located just outside Paris, Ermitage School offers bilingual summer camps for children aged 4 to 16, with flexible day and boarding options designed for full immersion in either French or English. 

A bilingual day camp for ages 4 to 11 will run for 4 weeks from 29th June to 24th July 2026, offering a dynamic programme of games, sports, arts and crafts, dance, reading and cooking, all delivered in small, age-appropriate groups. Children are divided into two cohorts (ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 11) to ensure activities are engaging and tailored to their development. Fees are €135 per day or €610 per week.

Register for the Ermitage School Day Camp for ages 4 to 11

The school will also host a bilingual camp for ages 10 to 16, running in two, two-week sessions from 11th to 25th July 2026, with both day and boarding options available. Each day begins with interactive language lessons in French or English, followed by a choice of themed afternoon activities: multi-sports(including climbing, cycling, golf and team challenges) or equestrian activities such as riding, jumping and horse care.

Fees for the day camp are €850 per week, while full boarding is available from €2,150 per week. Day camp places are in high demand and may be subject to waiting lists, while limited availability remains for full accommodation. Transportation is not included but can be arranged at an additional cost.

Register for Ermitage School Summer Camps 2026 for ages 10 to 16


École Jeannine Manuel

 

École Jeannine Manuel’s Summer & Science Camp 2026 welcomes children aged 5 to 12 for a fun, creative, and educational English-language day camp. Running from 6th to 17th July 2026, this immersive programme invites children to explore a themed “Under the Sea” world through a wide range of engaging activities, from staging a show to conducting science experiments and building creative projects.

The summer camps are divided into three age groups:

  • Juniors (5 to 7 years): With a focus on art, music, theatre, and sports, children rotate through activities in small groups and prepare a group performance at the end of the session.
  • Campers (8 to 9 years): Combining performing arts and sports with fun science and makers’ workshops, encouraging creativity and self-expression across a variety of disciplines.
  • Scientists (10 to 12 years): With a strong STEM focus, including coding, robotics, and science labs, alongside music and sports. The programme culminates in both a performance and a Science Fair showcasing students’ projects.

Week 1 will run from 6th to 10th July (5 days), and Week 2 from 13th to 17th July (4 days), with 14th July closed for the French National Day. Fees are €900 for Week 1, €720 for Week 2, and €1,620 for both weeks combined.

The camp includes all instruction and activities, lunch, and insurance, with a full-day schedule from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The final afternoon features a Summer Camp Show and Science Fair.

The programme is open to both École Jeannine Manuel students and children from other schools and international backgrounds.

Sign up to be notified when registration opens for for École Jeannine Manuel Summer Camps


Notre-Dame International High School French Summer Courses

 

Located in the heart of Paris, Notre-Dame International High School offers immersive French summer courses for teens, combining intensive language learning with rich cultural exploration across the French capital.

July Programme (ages 13 to 17):

Running from 5th July to 1st August 2026, this flexible programme offers 1, 2, or 3-week stays in a fully supervised boarding school in central Paris. 

Students benefit from daily French lessons in the morning, followed by guided visits and activities exploring the city’s most iconic landmarks. Accommodation is provided on a full-board basis, with multi-bedded rooms and a transport pass included for easy travel around the city. 

Fees start from €890 for the day camp option and €1,370 for the residential programme. Optional weekend excursions to amusement parks such as Disneyland Paris or Parc Astérix are available at an additional cost.

August Programme (ages 14 to 19):

This intensive summer course from 9th to 22nd August 2026 welcomes students for a pre-academic immersion in Paris, with morning French classes and afternoon cultural visits throughout the city and surrounding areas. 

Open to both incoming students and external participants, the programme offers a dynamic introduction to French language and culture, with fully supervised excursions including major landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Versailles, Montmartre, and a Seine river cruise. Accommodation is provided in a centrally located residence, with options available both with and without organised activities. Fees are €2,490 for the 2-week session.

Register for Notre-Dame International High School French Summer Courses 2026


 

ICS Paris Summer Camp

ICS Paris will run an exciting and varied programme of summer camps in collaboration with ALCNY (Academic Leraning Centre New york).

Around the World in Paris in 60 Days is a bilingual creative camp for children aged 3 to 12, running across three weekly sessions: 29th June to 3rd July, 6th to 10th July, and 13th to 17th July 2026. This summer, children will travel the world without leaving Paris, exploring cultures, landscapes, myths, and ideas through creative workshops, games, science experiments, art, filmmaking, and outdoor activities, while building confidence, creativity, and teamwork in a bilingual environment.

Regular hours run from 09:00 to 16:00, with an extended option until 18:00. Fees are €595 per week (standard) or €695 per week (extended), with a single-day option at €135 or €155 respectively. Please bring a lunchbox. The camp takes place at ICS Paris, 23 rue de Cronstadt, 75015 Paris. For enquiries contact Cécile Clavé: cclave@icsparis.fr

For older students, ICS Paris will also host two prestigious academic programmes during the same week of 29th June to 3rd July:

The Yale Young Global Leaders Programme

Run in partnership with the Yale International Relations Association (YIRA), offering an intensive five-day initiative for students in Grades 6 to 12 focused on leadership, diplomacy, and global affairs, including workshops, debates, and a Global Impact Challenge mentored by Yale University students. Fee: €630.

The AI Startup Sprint and Innovation Programme

Led by Harvard Women in Computer Science mentors, is a five-day boot camp for Grades 6 to 12 guiding students through the full product development lifecycle using design thinking and generative AI tools to launch a startup concept. Fee: €730

ICS Paris will also run a Back to School camp from 24th to 28th August 2026, for ages 3 to 16, combining language learning and creative activities for younger children and IB-focused academic English preparation for middle school students. Fees are €595 per week (standard) or €695 per week (extended).

Register for ICS Paris Summer Camps 2026


The French Explorer School: French Family Camp in Vendée

Set in the heart of the Vendée countryside, The French Explorer School offers a unique French family immersion experience for international children and teenagers aged 6 to 17. Running from 15th June to 16th August 2026, this small and highly personalised camp welcomes a maximum of four children per week, creating a warm and authentic home-from-home environment where French becomes part of everyday life.

Rather than learning French in a traditional classroom setting, children are fully immersed in real French family life. Daily activities include breakfast conversations, cooking together, playing in the garden, swimming in the pool, visiting local markets and boulangeries, and enjoying outings to nearby attractions and fun parks. The programme is designed to help children build confidence naturally through meaningful interaction and shared experiences.

The camp is ideal for families looking for a gentle yet effective language immersion experience in a relaxed and supportive setting.

For more information, contact Miss Anne at missanne@thefrenchexplorerschool.com or visit their website.


Take a look at our comprehensive list of International Schools in Paris

1 response to “Summer Camps in Paris 2026”

  1. Kathryn says:

    Our children go to Wander and Wonder Nature Clubs in St Germain en Laye and they love it. They now have locations in Paris and Maisons Lafitte as well.

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