ACADEMIC CAMP HOLIDAYS, BRISTOL
Where Fun Meets Knowledge: Redefine Your Holidays!
About the Programme
Enjoy Academic Camps during the holidays that allow you to unwind while empowering you to develop new skills for life and study.
Our Holiday camps are tailored to students aged 12 to 18 and are ideal for those who want to explore the beautiful South West of England or international boarders who prefer to stay in the UK during their holidays.
Join us during the October half-term holidays or your spring holidays during Easter and experience the lovely campus of Sidcot School, a boarding school in the beautiful Mendip Hills near Bristol.
Our camps are inspiring and challenging, offering opportunities to discover new passions and enhance your communicative language. Enjoy a dynamic and fun learning environment where you can explore your creativity and have an adventure. STEAM, Culinary Arts, Creativity and Innovation, and Entrepreneurship—there is something for everyone!
LOCATION
ACCOMMODATION
The Weekly Schedule
| TIME | WHAT IS HAPPENING? |
|---|---|
| 8.00 | Breakfast (Optional if you want a lie in!) |
| 9.00 | Fit, Fun and Fabulous (Optional activities) |
| 10.30 | Break |
| 11.00 | Morning Camp Session |
| 13.00 | Lunch |
| 14.00 | Afternoon Camp Session |
| 16.00 | Camp Team Games: Unleashing Fun and Friendship |
| 17.00 | Chill out time |
| 18.00 | Dinner |
| 19.00 | Free time on Campus / Swimming and Sports Hall |
| 22.00 | Time to Get Ready for Bed (you must be in your own rooms and quiet by 23.00) |
Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays!
During your holidays, we offer full-day exciting trips on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, ensuring you get a great taste of the beautiful South West of England. Sundays are a shorter trip in the local area so plenty of time to relax and have some free time or study. Each holiday you will get a chance to visit London for some shopping and sightseeing.
LEARNING
Enjoy a Learning Adventure During the Holidays: Where Fun Meets Knowledge
Learning should be dynamic and engaging, and we are committed to breaking away from the traditional classroom setting. We understand that you are looking for something different after a busy school term. Our holiday approach is centred around fun, challenge and personal growth. We believe in the power of trying new things, working as a team and gaining practical skills that will be good for your future. Let's embrace imagination, foster creativity, stay active, and embark on exciting journeys during the holidays while creating memories and making great friendships. We want to ensure your holiday is enriching and enjoyable.
Redefine your Holidays!
Examples of the Camps we Offer:
Adventure Camp
Get ready for the ultimate adventure. We've covered everything from team sports to mastering bushcraft skills, survival techniques and boosting fitness levels. Our campers will embrace the great outdoors and build resilience, teamwork, and self-confidence while facing challenges. Join us for a week of unforgettable experience where the spirit of adventure knows no bounds and lifelong skills are learned.
Academic Skills Camp
Sharpen your critical thinking, essay writing, research skills, revision and exam techniques, presentation and interview abilities - essential skills for success. You will participate in discussions around current affairs, global issues, and cultural topics to learn how to analyse, express, and impress as you enhance your academic ability. This camp is usually offered during the Easter holiday to help students during the exam season.
Creative Expressions Camp
The Creative Expressions Camp offers a vibrant experience where you can unleash your artistic potential and build confidence in your self-expression. You will enhance your communication skills through a diverse range of areas, including public speaking, performance and body language workshops. You will also explore hands-on crafts like jewellery making, origami, clay modelling and still-life drawing. This camp offers an environment for creativity to flourish.
Entrepreneurship Camp
This camp focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation to nurture future visionaries and equip them to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through academic and practical activities, you will develop essential life skills and leadership abilities and build the confidence to lead and shape the world. The camp is structured to build skills and knowledge, providing an engaging learning experience.
STEAM Camp
The STEAM camp is perfect for learning about how the world works. This camp is excellent for budding engineers, software designers, or anyone interested in the exciting areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). You'll gain practical experience through hands-on learning and problem-solving. You'll learn about AI, programming, robotics, architecture, mechanics, technology, culinary skills and much more. Join us and develop your skills to be our future innovators!
Spring Holiday Camps 2025
Week 1 - Robotics Camp
| Monday | Tuesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Week One Robotics Camp | Arduino Environment LED Control and Basic Electronics Sensors Coding: Conditionals Lists | Soldering Techniques Displaying Information Sensors Coding: Loops | Building a Robot Arm Hands-on project Using Motors | Building a Robot Car Competiton and presentations
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Week 2 - Entrepreneurship Camp
We aim to nurture future visionaries and equip you for a rapidly changing world. The focus will be on entrepreneurship and innovation within a business context. We will help you develop essential life skills and tools to be successful in the future. We want to inspire future innovators, empowering you to lead and shape the world. You will grow in confidence and develop your leadership and teamwork.
| Monday | Tuesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Week two Entrepreneurship Camp | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Personality type and building your team Generating ideas and business planning | Marketing and branding Market research and competition Building your personal brand | Budgets, cash flows and financial planning Personal budgeting | Corporate Social Responsibility AI and technology Dragons Den and business pitches |
October Half-Term Camps
Week 1 - Entrepreneurship Camp
We aim to nurture future visionaries and equip you for a rapidly changing world. The focus will be on entrepreneurship and innovation within a business context. We will help you develop essential life skills and tools to be successful in the future. We want to inspire future innovators, empowering you to lead and shape the world. You will grow in confidence and develop your leadership and teamwork.
| Monday | Tuesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Week One Entrepreneurship Camp | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Personality type and building your team Generating ideas and business planning | Marketing and branding Market research and competition Building your personal brand | Budgets, cash flows and financial planning Personal budgeting | Corporate Social Responsibility AI and technology Dragons Den and business pitches |
Week 2 - Creative Expressions Camp
Get Ready to unleash your creativity at our Halloween-themed Creative Expressions Camp. Enjoy activities like drama performances inspired by classic horror tales, public speaking sessions that bring spooky stories to life, and body language workshops to master the art of suspense. Explore Halloween crafts such as haunted jewellery, eerie origami, or ghoulish clay sculptures, as well as still-life drawings with a spooky twist. This camp is a perfect blend of creativity and Halloween fun, offering a thrilling experience if you dare to join us!
| Monday | Tuesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Week Two Creative Expressions Camp | Performance Public speaking Presentations Body language | Crafts Origami Clay sculptures Halloween crafts | Performance Drama Debating Interviewing | Crafts Jewellery making Still-life drawing |
CLIL APPROACH
Our teaching and learning approach is centred around Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) which gives a holistic approach to learning. According to Coyle (1999), the CLIL is based on the four Cs:
CONTENT
COGNITION
COMMUNICATION
CULTURE
JOIN US AND UNLOCK THE BENEFITS OF CLIL:
LEISURE
Academic Camp Holidays promises the perfect blend of learning and leisure (see schedule). We believe in crafting a unique experience.
Your days will be filled with engaging and enjoyable activities on campus. Our expert instructors and camp counsellors will lead you through captivating lessons, interactive workshops and exciting challenges that will expand your knowledge and ignite your curiosity.
You will explore the beautiful South West, which will take you to some of the region's most iconic destinations, such as Exeter, Bristol, Bath, Cardiff and Oxford. For thrill-seekers, test your mettle with surfing at Saunton Sands in North Devon.
Every half term, we have a special treat for you—a trip to London! Dive into the world of culture and history as you explore the world-famous museums, indulge in some shopping in Oxford Street, and stroll along the Southbank, taking in some of the famous sights.
At Academic Camp Holidays, we believe in creating a balanced and enriching experience that combines education with adventure. Secure your spot today and embark on a break from school that promises growth, fun and lifelong memories.
DATES AND FEES 2024/25
BOARDING STUDENTS
Age 12-18
October Half Term:
Saturday 19 October to Saturday 2 November 2024
Spring Holidays:
Friday 4 April to Tuesday 22 April 2025
£165 / PER NIGHT
Includes tuition, teaching materials, accommodation, meals, trips and activities.
Are you already boarding in the UK? You can arrive on Friday 4th April from 17.00 and depart on Tuesday 22nd April before 10am.
Booking Terms
To book, please complete our online application form. After booking, you will receive a confirmation letter and an invoice.
Payment details are on your invoice; full payment is due to secure a place on our course.
It is possible to join us as a day student, and the daily rate is £65
USEFUL INFORMATION
Boarding Students
Boarding students can arrive on Friday evenings from 17.00 during the half-term holidays.
On departure day, boarding students should move out of their bedrooms by 9.00
Boarding is counted per night of stay.
We are happy to arrange transfers from a UK airport or your boarding school in the UK (charged as extra). Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for a quotation.
Arrival and Departure Transfers
Transfers are not included in the fees. However, we can help you arrange a transfer and here are the extra charges for this:
Luton/Stansted/Gatwick: £510 each way
Heathrow: £410 each way
Bristol Airport: £120 each way
Bristol Temple Meads Train Station: £120 each way
We can also arrange your transfer from your boarding school, please contact us for a quotation.
BOOK NOW
Please complete our online application form. You will receive a confirmation letter and invoice shortly after booking.
