English is now the international language for business and pleasure. International students want to become proficient in English, and schools worldwide generally require students to take English classes for several years. Summer vacation offers an additional opportunity for school aged kids to sharpen their English skills, while making new friends and having fun. Families should consider a number of questions when choosing an ESL summer camp: How are students housed? Are the instructors native English speakers? What forms of certification do they have? Call beforehand to get all questions answered. Choose from schools in the United States and Canada.

American English Studies International Summer Camp, Pennsylvania

American English Studies International Summer Camp (AES) is a residential summer program for international youth ages 11 to 17 who want to improve their English skills while visiting the U.S. northeastern region. Students live in modern facilities on campus at Northampton Community College in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. Students take 15 hours of English classes per week, with structured daily and evening activities, including full and half-day excursions. The camp focuses on real life English communication, both in and out of the classroom.

American English Studies
International Summer Camp
Bethlehem, PA
610- 365-7351
american-english-studies.com

Tamwood International Camp, San Francisco, California

America's favorite city is the backdrop for this enriching camp experience. The camp is located on a clean, modern campus that is safe and accessible to San Francisco's best attractions. Tamwood uses the campus amenities for residences, cafeteria, and sports facilities. Students aged seven to 17 stay up to four weeks in the summer camp program. English classes are 15 hours per week, following a curriculum of speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. With its mild climate, beautiful natural scenery, world-renowned landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and diverse cultural population, San Francisco offers unbeatable opportunities for learning both inside and outside the classroom. In addition, campers take part in activities and excursions led by certified coaches and teachers. Activities include: mountain biking, field sports, arts and crafts, drama and dancing, along with fun activities such as swimming and sports tournaments. Accommodation options are either a modern residence with double rooms, or students may stay with relatives in San Francisco.

Tamwood International Camps
3rd. Floor 909 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z-2N2
604-899-4480
tamwood.com

Tamwood International Camp, Vancouver, British Columbia

Vancouver skyline
Tamwood International runs an ESL summer camp for children and teens, age seven to 17 in Vancouver, one of the world's most beautiful and vibrant cities. The summer camp program is on campus at Simon Frazer University. The program highlights English language classes, sports lessons, creative activities, cultural events, and excursions in and around Vancouver for sightseeing enjoyment. Accommodation options include campus housing, staying with host families, and self-arranged.

Tamwood International Camps
3rd. Floor 909 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z-2N2
604-899-4480
tamwood.com

Quest International Language Camp, Squamish, British Columbia

Located between Vancouver and Whistler in beautiful Squamish, British Columbia, Quest Language Camp offers students ages 10 to 17 a perfect choice to both improve their English skills and become involved in numerous opportunities for sports, hiking, and city and nature explorations. West Coast Canada's mountains, rivers, lakes, oceans and wonderful cities offer beauty and many chances to explore the region. The camp operates from the modern Quest University, with its newly built facilities and condo-style residences. The camp program includes 15 hours of ESL classes weekly, in classes of 15 students maximum. Afternoon activities include weekly excursions. Sunday nature experiences and evening social activities complete the course.

Canadian International Student Services
439 University Avenue, Suite 2110
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 1Y8
866-258-4303
cisscanada.com