Autumn, winter and spring camps 2026–27 with Smapse group leaders
Group trips (autumn 2026)
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France, Paris
All of Paris: the Eiffel Tower, the Mona Lisa, an evening cruise along the Seine and every child's dream, a full day at Disneyland. Plus language practice in one of the world's most beautiful cities in the golden days of autumn.
Autumn camp in Paris
Group trips (winter 2027)
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The UK, London
Real briefs set by real companies, pitching your solutions to their representatives, and a letter of recommendation from the company to take home. At 16–18 your child will build a portfolio that opens a great many doors. New Year in London — the celebration and an atmosphere they will never forget.
Winter camp at Brunel University London -
Egypt, Cairo
The Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Tutankhamun’s golden mask — all in a single week under a warm winter sun. And the children will be staying on the smart campus of the cutting-edge Galala University.
Winter camp in Cairo -
Malaysia
Summer in the middle of winter, and an introduction to Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures all at once. The Petronas Towers, viewing decks and buzzing neighbourhoods create the image of a city of the future. Right next door are the Batu Caves with their rainbow staircase and Hindu temples. Antiquity and futurism side by side.
Winter camp in Malaysia
Group trips (spring 2027)
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The UK
Diagon Alley and the Great Hall at Hogwarts on the real Warner Bros. studio lot — every Harry Potter fan’s dream, seen in person.
Spring camp in Canterbury -
Switzerland
Skiing and snowboarding on the legendary Alpine slopes of Verbier (included), and evenings in the warm chalets of Les Elfes, a camp with 30 years of history behind it. Adrenaline, the Alps and language practice — the kind of holiday even adults dream about.
Spring camp in Switzerland -
Japan, Tokyo
The thousands of vermilion gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, the tame deer of ancient Nara and the neon lights of Osaka — three completely different Japans in a single trip, plus language lessons your child can put to use straight away in conversation with locals.
Spring camp in Tokyo -
France, Paris
A whole day across both Disneyland Paris parks, a cruise along the Seine in full spring bloom and photos of the Eiffel Tower framed by clouds of cherry blossom — a holiday your child will remember for life.
Spring camp in Paris
Individual trips (autumn 2026)
France, Turkey
Individual trips (winter 2027)
The UK, Egypt, Malaysia
Individual trips (spring 2027)
The UK, Switzerland
Why a winter camp abroad will put your child a step ahead of their peers
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International experience (a chance to immerse themselves in a multinational environment and broaden their horizons)
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Language practice (speaking a foreign language with native speakers and children from all over the world)
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A packed programme (alongside lessons, camps run entertainment, sports and creative activities)
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Support and safety (full organisational support from SMAPSE, plus help with anything that comes up while your child is at camp)
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A gentle introduction to boarding-school life away from home (a camp abroad is an excellent way to prepare your child if you are considering studying abroad later on)
What kinds of trips does SMAPSE offer?
* We also work with existing groups from schools, organisations and private clients
Individual
Children travel to the camp on their own
Group
We assemble our own groups and escort the children to camp
Individual trips
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Tuition: 15 hours of foreign-language lessons from Monday to Friday, focused on improving speaking, reading and writing
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Accommodation: in a residence on campus (sometimes with a host family)
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Meals: three a day
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Excursion programme: visits to landmarks, museums, parks and other places worth seeing
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A daily activity programme: film nights, interest clubs, walks, sports and more
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24/7 supervision by camp staff
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A certificate on completion of the course
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Airport transfers both ways
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Visa
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Flights
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Insurance
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Pocket money
*children with an English level above B1 can also attend academic camps. Academic camps teach today's most in-demand subjects and disciplines in English. They run in the UK, the USA and Switzerland, and are ideal for anyone planning to study abroad later on.
Group trips
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Tuition: 15 hours of foreign-language lessons from Monday to Friday, focused on improving speaking, reading and writing
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Accommodation: in a residence on campus (sometimes with a host family)
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Meals: three a day
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Excursion programme: visits to landmarks, museums, parks and other places worth seeing
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A daily activity programme: film nights, interest clubs, walks, sports and more
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24/7 supervision by camp staff
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A certificate on completion of the course
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Airport transfers both ways
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**Meet-and-greet and send-off at the airport
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**Visa support
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**Children escorted by SMAPSE staff
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**Daily photo updates in the parents' chat
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Flights
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Pocket money
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Insurance
Confidence speaking a foreign language
More independence
Friends from all over the world
Motivation to do well at school
Who we are and why families trust us
Working in international education since 2009
We send more than 1,000 children on summer programmes every year
We studied abroad ourselves, visit the schools regularly and send our own children on summer and winter programmes
Trusted by schools, universities and consulates around the world
4,000+ partner schools and universities worldwide
We host international education fairs every year in the UAE, Turkey and other countries
Meet our advisers: we've all studied abroad
Elena K.
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Lead specialist for short-term children's programmes
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6 years of experience
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Hundreds of grateful, happy families
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Has first-hand experience — her own daughter has attended summer programmes
Alexander
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Expert in children's camps and adult courses
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4 years of experience
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Has helped a great many families choose and arrange their trips
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Has personally attended summer camps and courses in the UK
Anastasia V.
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Expert in children's camps and secondary education
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4 years with the company
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Has helped families find places at camps and private schools across Spain, Europe and the UK
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Has taken Spanish language courses in Madrid herself
Mari
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Graduate of NEOMA Business School, Reims (France)
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Interned in Beijing, China, and with the UNCTAD Virtual Institute in Switzerland
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Helps students get into secondary schools and universities worldwide, including French public universities
David
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Master's degree from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia
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Has helped students win places at Imperial College London, King's College London, UC Berkeley, UCLA and other top universities
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Can help you turn your plans to study abroad into reality
Elena L.
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Studied languages at Alpadia Berlin, Humboldt-Institut Konstanz and Kaplan Oxford
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Helps 70+ students get into their chosen schools and universities every year
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Specialises in boarding schools worldwide and visits them in person
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Hundreds of happy families
Daria Zlatorunskaya
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Graduate of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
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Has lived abroad for 9 years
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Her students attend leading schools in the USA, Canada, Switzerland and the UK
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Over 10 years of experience in education
What families say about our trips
Katya S.
Indira S.
Herman K.
Varvara M.
Elena R.
Polina Z.
Leonid Sh.
Varvara M.
I've just flown back from the Smapse camp in Paris. The week went by in a flash, like a dream — all thanks to our group leaders Alexander and Elena and an incredibly full programme.
The programme was simply wonderful overall, there wasn't a single idle minute, we walked a huge amount and managed to fit in so, so much!!!
I'd definitely recommend this camp if you want to soak up the atmosphere of Paris and pick up new language skills along the way.
We sent our child to a camp in London in May.
The Smapse escort service was faultless. They lived and studied in Canterbury at the institute! The language lessons, the excursions, the company and the support — we loved all of it, and the children are delighted! We'll definitely use their services again.
Thank you so much!
Last week I went to Paris with our group leaders Alexander and Elena. We studied English at the school in a really fun, relaxed atmosphere. The group leaders were positive, cheerful and always had our backs. The trip couldn't have been better!
I'd love to go somewhere else with them!
In May I took my second trip with Smapse, and it was an unforgettable week. I'd already been on a camp in Dubai with them, and a few days ago I came back from Paris. Both trips were carefully thought through and well organised.
It's worth saying that getting the French visa turned out to be far less difficult than expected — the invitation from the English school and the company's help both made a difference. Our group leaders, Alexander and Elena, made the trip not just safe and far less stressful, but genuinely fun and packed with things to do.
All in all it was an unforgettable trip, and it left me wanting to travel and learn languages even more. Thank you, Smapse; and thank you to the group leaders for their support.
Our son went to an English language camp in Paris over the spring holidays, escorted by Smapse. Honestly, we never expected the trip to go so well! The group stayed in a hostel right in the centre of Paris, within walking distance of Notre-Dame!
Special thanks to the group leaders, Alexander and Elena! Every organisational question was handled brilliantly. And, just as importantly, Elena and Alexander posted photos of the children regularly — because you'll wait forever for the children to send any themselves!
Hi, I'm Polina. I came to the autumn camp in Dubai with Smapse. Our group leader is Mari, a wonderful person — we all adore her.
I really like the camp. There's so much going on — you can practise the language, do extra English, walk a lot and discover new things. We visited the Louvre, the working presidential palace in Abu Dhabi, the Dubai Mall, and went on excursions. We also visited universities, where they told us about their courses and gave us little presents. My favourites were the Dubai Mall and the university visits.
All in all, I'm really happy with the trip!
Hi, my name is Leonid. I flew out to the autumn camp in Dubai with Smapse. Our group leader was Mari. She was with us the whole time and helped us with any question we had. Thanks to this camp I saw a lot of beautiful places, took a lot of great photos and did plenty of shopping.
The lessons were interesting and conversation-based. We did a bit of writing, but mostly we drew and practised speaking English. We rode the most extreme attractions and went on the fastest ride in the world. It was seriously cool.
Thank you!
Hi everyone, my name is Varya and I went on a trip to Dubai with Smapse. Our group leader was Mari — organised and dependable. The holiday turned out to be really full, productive and interesting. Probably the best of my life.
I met a lot of great people, made friends from other countries, improved my English and learned about Dubai. I'd been here several times before, but this trip is the one I'll remember for years.
So to everyone wondering whether to go: go — I honestly can't recommend it enough!
What age are the camps for?
Most camps take children aged 10–12 to 17, but there are also plenty of options for younger children, from 5–6. Our advisers will find a camp that suits your child.
How many weeks should I send my child for?
All programmes start from two weeks. On average, parents send their children for four weeks.
What level of the language does my child need to be accepted?
For a language camp, any level is fine: on the first day the school runs a placement test and assigns your child to the appropriate group based on the result. For an academic camp the minimum level of English is B2.
If my child has an allergy, will the host school accommodate their dietary needs?
Yes, of course. We will select camps that meet this requirement and set out every detail relating to your child's health, so that the host school can provide meals free of any foods your child is allergic to.
Who will be looking after my child at camp?
Children are supervised by the school's staff 24/7.
Can you help with paying for the camp?
Yes. We can advise you on how to pay camp fees abroad quickly and securely.
Do you help with visas?
Yes, we offer a visa support service.
Can I call my child while they are at camp?
Of course. Every day, during the hours set aside for it, children are free to use their phones and call their parents.
Can my child fly on their own?
If your child is independent and can manage a connecting flight on their own, we will arrange the transfer and a school representative will meet them at the airport on arrival. If your child cannot handle a connection alone, we recommend a group programme, escorted by SMAPSE to the camp and back.
Which programme should I choose?
If your child is independent, an individual programme works well. For children under 13 we recommend a programme escorted by SMAPSE to the camp and back, as our staff will be with the children during any connections.
If my child flies out with a group, will lessons only be with children from that group?
No. At camp all children are placed in mixed international groups by age, and into classes by language level. They also share accommodation with children from other countries so that they practise their English.
Are the group programmes run by SMAPSE?
All programmes are run by the host schools themselves. Smapse staff escort the children to the camp and back, support them throughout their stay and keep in touch with parents. The activity schedule and the syllabus are set by the host school.
Can my child skip lessons at camp?
Lessons cannot be missed without good reason (illness, for example). Only children who attend all their lessons are guaranteed a certificate of completion. Excursions are compulsory too.
How do group trips differ from individual ones?
The main difference is that a group trip is escorted by Smapse staff door to door. Our staff also stay on site at the camp for the whole programme. Parents receive daily photo updates in a group chat, and children can always turn to our group leaders. Visa support is already included in the group package.
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