We offer bilingual holiday camps in London where children can play and grow together!
Playing is Growing !
WELcome to the French Camp
Our goal is to offer your child an amazing experience in a fun and safe environment where teamwork, sharing, and respect are core values.
We are a team of qualified and experienced coaches. All of our educators are fluent in both French and English, which allows children to enjoy their time while learning and improving their language skills.
Located in Battersea/Clapham and Hampstead/Kentish Town, The French Camp offers a fantastic range of activities, including games, sports, arts and crafts, and developing fundamental movement skills.
OUR CAMPS
Each of our camps will be held in French and English !
No matter your child’s level, our activities cater to everyone. Whether your child is already a budding athlete or if they are less inclined to practice physical activity, we bring the best out of everyone.
Our camps are designed around values such as team spirit, respect of others, fair play, well-being and self-improvement.
9.45am to 3.15pm
extended hours:
8.30AM to 5.00pm
Monday to Friday
During the SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Outdoor:
£60 per day
£200 per week
InDOOR:
£65 PER DAY
£210 PER WEEK
For Kids aged 4 TO 13
Located in
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Clapham
Hampstead
Kentish Town
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Booking
The magic of our next camps will happen in:
Battersea
You can book here some days or a full week:
April
August
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to be on our waiting list or if you have any questions:
Hampstead
You can book here some days or a full week:
April
July
August
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to be on our waiting list or if you have any questions:
Every day is different
One of our top priorities is to include everyone. That is why we offer various activities, fun games and sports such as:
- Grandmother's footsteps
- Treasure Hunt
- Art and Craft
- Hot Potatoes
- Olympic Game
- Splat
- Hockey
- Killer
- Dodgeball
- Ten Passes
- Hunter Game
- Burning Ball
- Capture the flag
- Tennis
- Football
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Fitness
- Yoga
- Gymnastic
- Archery
- And more...
Typical Camp Day
- 8:30 - 9:45am: Early drop off
- 9:45 - 10:00am: Welcome and free time
- 10:00 - 10:15am: Quick chat about the theme of the day
- 10:15 - 10:30am: Warm up and Yoga
- 10:30 - 11:15am: Activity 1
- 11:15 - 12:00pm: Activity 2
- 12:00 - 12:45pm: Lunch time and free time
- 12:45 - 1:30pm: Activity 3
- 1:30 - 2:15pm: Activity 4
- 2:15 - 2:45pm: Activity 5
- 2:45 - 3:00pm: Cool down, stretching, meditation
- 3:00- 3:15pm: Feedback and awards
- 3:15- 5:00pm: Late pick up
OUR After School clubs
Each of our after school clubs will be held in French and English !
This is the opportunity for your children to relax and to have fun after a school day while enjoying many sporting games and learning new skills.
We also offer pick up at l’école de Battersea !
No matter your child’s level, our activities cater to everyone. Whether your child is already a budding athlete or if they are less inclined to practice physical activity, we bring the best out of everyone.
Our sessions are designed around values such as team spirit, respect of others, fair play, well-being and self-improvement.
4.00pm to 5.30PM EVERY TUESDAy and Thursday
£12 per session
The first session is free !
For Kids aged 4 TO 10
Located in Battersea PArk
Booking
You can book here for the 1st Term (10 sessions)
3rd Term : from Tuesday 18th April to Thursday 29th June 2023)
Cost : £12 per session per child
Total : £120
The first session is free !
Typical Session
- 4:00 - 4:15pm: Pick up at L'école de Battersea and going to Battersea Park
- 4:15 - 4:25pm: Warm-up and yoga
- 4:25 - 4:55pm: Activity 1
- 4:55 - 5:25pm: Activity 2
- 5:25 - 5:30pm: Feedback and awards
We remain at your disposal for any further information, so please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to be on our waiting list or if you have any questions:
+44 7809 759 907
+44 7983 492 974
Birthday party
Are you looking for a unique experience? Are you running out of birthday party ideas? Want to plan a headache-free kids’ party that’s fun and unusual? Stop looking then. Here it is !
Let your child have the perfect celebration with The French Camp. Join us and book your private birthday event for your little one’s special day.
Our magical children’s parties are the perfect way to celebrate and are designed to be interactive, entertaining and FUN from the very start.
A “fun at-home“ party option or in other locations (i.e: your favorite park, private venues, etc..)
Two exclusive hours of multi-sports activities.
Necessary equipment will be provided and available on-site
Medals, certificates, and goodies will be awarded
up to 20 children
Want to know how it works? Well get in touch to get your quote and we’ll deliver smiles and lasting memories !
WHY US ?
Your child’s development is our priority. We are committed to provide a multi sport activites as well as maintaining a learning environment along the way.
Our approach focuses on:
- Promoting physical competence
- Enhancing social and personal development
- Building self esteem
- Encouraging ability to problem solve
- Improving Teamwork
- Learning how to deal with success and failure
- Facilitating skill acquisition
- Developing the fundamental movement skills (balance, coordination, agility)
- Boosting creativity
OUR Team
Our camps are run by a team of highly-experienced educators and coaches who specialize in working with children. We are passionate, multi-talented, and dynamic!
Our staff members are all DBS checked. There will be a certified first aider present at each camp to ensure each child's safety.
Guillaume
I am the Co-founder of The French Camp. I am a personal trainer, specialized in fitness and physical activity for children and a Coach in multi-skills development in sports.
I currently work part-time in a French school based in Kentish Town as an Education Assistant. I have led many multi-sports and summer camps both in France and in London over my 10 years of experience in education.
Wail
I am the CO-founder of The French Camp. I have created several projects that link education and charity work when I was living in France. I am currently a Pupil supervisor and a Club supervisor in a French school based in Kentish Town.
I have over 10 years of experience in the educational system. I have been a sports coach for 5 years and I have led many multi-sports camps.
Louise
Lucie
I recently got her Bachelor in Education Studies and currently works as a pupils’ Supervisor in a London school.
I have been working as a summer camp leader in France and in the UK since 2019. I work well with both children and adults.
I am probably the one behind The French Camp’s arts & crafts activities that are now decorating your kitchen & living room shelves!
INES
I worked as an activity leader for daytime camps for over 4 years. I am very experienced in working with preschoolers and I am currently a club supervisor in a French school based in Kentish Town where I organize fun activities with the children.
Sandra
I’m a professional dancer and dance teacher. At the moment, I work teaching dance in after-school clubs and nurseries during the week and performing at the weekend on a tribute show touring around the UK. I love having fun with the kids and teaching them new skills.
Zack
I’m Zackarie from Paris. I’ve been working with children since 2017, starting as a babysitter and tutor. Currently, I’m studying in a Business School and spend my holidays working at The French Camp in London, a multicultural environment I thoroughly enjoy.
Fama
Khanya
I’m Khanya, originally from London. I have a long-standing passion for working with children and am currently studying law. My experience and love for guiding young minds make every day rewarding and fulfilling.
Lily
I have been working with children on multi-sports camps for the past 2 years. As an activity leader I aim to create sports games which combine self-expression with physical activity.
I am an actress and theatre maker. When I am not on stage, I am tutoring languages and working as a Teaching Assistant for Primary Schools.
INES
Originally from Paris, now based in London for finance studies, she has a background in high-level tennis and has always been a dedicated tennis coach. Her experience in sports has honed her skills in teamwork and discipline.
FAQ's
All our staff are very experienced in identifying the appropriate safe physical and emotional group for your child. Groups will be made according to school year. For example, year 1 & 2 will be separate to year 3 & 4 etc. We will adapt groups and activities to make sure your child is appropriately challenged to maintain their progress and motivation. You are encouraged to talk to us if you have any specific requirements or comments.
. Please ensure your child is wearing clothes that are appropriate for doing sport.
. For sunny days, a cap and sun cream will be required.
. For rainy days, a rain jacket and suitable warm clothing will be required.
. A healthy and balanced packed lunch (during holiday camp) plus additional snack for breaks and refillable water bottles.
. We encourage children to bring their own hand sanitizer.
One of our top priorities is to include everyone and to make every child feel welcome. Most children attending our camps and clubs will be meeting each other for the first time, but there is nothing to fear ! The French camp is all about making new friends. We change the teams throughout the day or the session to ensure that everyone gets the chance to play with each other.
When you arrive at the meeting point, you will be greeted by one of our staff members who will register your child and take payment (if necessary). Once the admin is complete, the fun begins ! Our qualified coaches will have a number of games, sports and activities planned for the day for your child to enjoy.
The latest time you can pick up your child is 3:15pm during the holiday camp and 5:30pm during the after school clubs.
Yes, feel free to ask one of our coaches about the day, they will be more than happy to have a chat.
In every camp and club we have qualified first aid coaches who are trained to deal with accidents and illnesses. If your child suffers a serious injury or illness, you will be contacted immediately.
Please ensure that your child brings a healthy and balanced packed lunch everyday plus additional snacks for breaks. In order to follow the COVID-19 government guidance, children will stay within their groups and bubbles during lunchtime.
Our holiday camps and our clubs are designed for children aged 4 – 13 years. We can only accept children who are 4 years or over.
If a camp or a club is cancelled or interrupted due to any legal rules implemented by the UK government to prevent the spread of COVID-19, you will be entitled to receive a full refund.
Please let us know if your child is unable to attend as there is a waiting list for people wanting to attend the camp or club.
For our camps, you shall be entitled to cancel the booking upon providing us with written notice and paying the following charges: PERIOD (PRIOR TO ARRIVAL DATE) AMOUNT 28-14 days 50%, 14-1 days 100%, on or after arrival date 100%.
For our clubs, all session are to be paid in advance and are non-refundable (however, for any emergency reason, please contact us).
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