Every year, Academic Summer hosts a London day camp for 7 to 12 year olds at DLD College London providing extraordinary value for your child during the July/ August school holidays.
For families in London, choosing the right summer experience for younger children is an important decision. Parents are increasingly looking for programmes that combine academic value, personal development and genuine enjoyment. Academic Summer delivers this balance with a London day camp for 7 to 12 year olds in a truly distinctive way at DLD College in the heart of the capital.
Set in a modern campus overlooking the River Thames, the college provides an ideal and safe environment for young learners to study, explore and grow. The day camp runs Monday to Friday, combining structured morning lessons with afternoon trips and activities across London.
A premium academic experience through CLIL
Academic Summer is known for its innovative teaching approach using CLIL – Content and Language Integrated Learning. This means that children not only study their favourite topics such as science, maths, social studies and the arts, they also improve their language and communications skills. For younger learners, this means:
- Lessons are interactive and project-based
- Confidence grows alongside academic skills
- English improves through real communication
Classes are small, with a maximum of 12 students, ensuring each child receives individual attention and support.
Learning beyond the classroom in Westminster
One of the defining features of Academic Summer’s London programme is how the city itself becomes part of the learning experience. Afternoon excursions bring lessons to life, allowing children to explore London while reinforcing what they have studied in the morning.
Activities include:
- Visits to museums
- Sightseeing cultural landmarks
- Enjoying London attractions
- Creative activities and sports
This combination of education and exploration keeps children engaged and excited to learn.
Ideal for UK and international families
Academic Summer’s London day camp is designed to appeal to a wide range of families. For UK parents, it offers a structured and enriching solution in the capital during the long summer holidays, with a full day of supervised learning and activity.
For international families visiting London, it provides a valuable introduction to British education and culture, with the added benefit of improving English in a real-world setting.
At £995 per week for day students, the programme reflects a high-quality experience that combines expert teaching, central London facilities and carefully planned excursions.
More than a summer camp
Academic Summer is not simply about keeping children busy. It is about helping them grow. Students develop:
- Confidence in communication
- Independence and resilience
- Curiosity about the world
- Friendships with peers from different backgrounds
The supportive environment ensures that every child feels included, challenged and inspired to achieve their personal best.
A summer that grows with your child
One of the unique advantages of Academic Summer is the ability to continue the journey over several years. A child might begin with a London day camp at age 7 to 12, progress to a boarding experience in London from age 13, and later explore our British countryside campus at Sidcot School in Bristol for a different perspective. This continuity builds familiarity, confidence and a deeper connection to learning.
For parents exploring London day camps for 7 to 12 year olds, Academic Summer at DLD College London offers a compelling choice. With flexible options for day students and a proven academic approach, it provides far more than a typical summer camp. Book your day scholar today. See Adventurers and Pathways.
Academic Summer Camps has set the standard for UK summer programmes for children and teens since 2010. Each year the company welcomes 7 to 17-year-olds from over 60 countries to their campuses in London and Bristol. The Academic Summer approach is simple but powerful — London and the English countryside become the classroom, not just the backdrop. CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) sits at the heart of everything they do. Students learn through real subjects in real places, so their English and their confidence grow together. Plus, each student leaves with real qualifications, a detailed teacher report and the kind of confidence that only comes from doing something that genuinely challenged them. BAC accredited, a family based company and serious about quality, Academic Summer believes a great summer doesn’t just entertain children, it prepares them for life.
