Most children look back on summer camp as an unforgettable experience, filled with fun adventures, profound learning experiences, and wonderful connections with new friends. That doesn’t mean that many aren’t initially apprehensive about stepping out of their comfort zone to spend time away from home without knowing anyone. For many kids, summer camp is their first time being far away from their families and familiar surroundings, but the warm welcome and fantastic daily activities quickly make them forget their worries as they embark on exciting adventures of powerful personal growth.

English as a second language (ESL) summer school combines valuable learning experiences with fun activities and trips, providing an excellent foundation of English language skills while children broaden their cultural horizons by making friends from around the world.

Learn how a top English summer camp makes meeting new friends a breeze!

Fun on Arrival at English Summer Camp

If your child is concerned that they won’t know anyone at summer camp, remind them that neither will anyone else. All kids are in the same boat when arriving at summer camp, so they will naturally be eager to get to know their fellow campers from the start. Destination Canada’s International Language Camp makes it easy for children to meet each other on their very first day at the campus in Ottawa.

Following arrival and registration, there will be an orientation session and tour of the beautiful campus by the Rideau Canal. Kids will learn about all of the state-of-the-art facilities on the Carleton University campus where Destination Canada is located, including modern classrooms and cafeteria, giant football fields, and an Olympic-sized pool where they’ll later be able to swim. Lunch, dinner, and introduction games will help break the ice and begin new friendships.

How to Make Friends at ESL Summer School

Making friends is a lot easier when everyone is exploring a new country, culture, and language together. Kids at ESL summer school in Ottawa will be communicating with each other in English as they acquire these language skills in daily classes and a wide range of activities and social gatherings. They can meet other children from around the world that share their interests and play together in activities such as tennis, soccer, Frisbee, yoga, arts & crafts, and music.

Fun activities like canoeing are great chances to grow friendships

If your child is worrying about making friends, tell them to just be themselves, smile and say “hello” to other campers and in no time they’ll have many friends. Remember that our professionally certified instructors and activity personnel are experts in helping children interact and feel welcome. They are always approachable and closely attentive to ensure your child is making the most of their camp experience.

“The Staff are not only caretakers but friends who care a great deal for the students,” says Mexican camper Joshua Resendiz-Queretaro.

English Learning for Kids is an Unforgettable Experience

Kids have such fun at ESL summer school in Canada that they are often reluctant to return home. With such enjoyable daily activities and exciting trips to Montreal, Toronto and Niagara Falls, it’s not hard to see why! While learning about English grammar and vocabulary, history and geography, children value the challenges and responsibilities that enable them to grow in profound ways.

Kids at Destination Canada meet friends from all over the world

The diverse mix of students from all over the world provide abundant opportunities to appreciate unfamiliar cultures and customs, making international connections with new friends while practicing English together. English summer camp is sure to be enormous fun and a truly memorable experience!

Interested in a summer camp with excellent English learning for kids?

Discover Destination Canada’s International Language Camp in the nation’s capital.