Top French language camps for 2026

Programs focusing on Language Instruction (23 results)

These camps offer intensive instruction in French. Note that some camps listed below might only include sessions that are French-focused. Take a closer look at listings to learn more.

	Camp	Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Traditional Languages Camp Ouareau Junior Camp - 5 Days Jun 28 - Aug 13, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 6 to 7 (Girls) Saint-DonatQuebec Junior Camp is a gentle introduction to overnight camp life, designed for our youngest campers and first-time campers. Visit website View program	Camp Ouareau	1190	6-7	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,298,6,41,81,256,5,133,154,22,258,165,265,288,289,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,33,2,91,226,1,276,8,3,12,347,223,54,58,63,28,221,15,322,16,201,31,49,56,161,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Pottery,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),First-aid/lifesaving ,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
FEATURED Traditional Languages Camp Ouareau Discover - One-Week Jun 28 - Aug 15, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 8 to 8 (Girls) Saint-DonatQuebec An introduction to camp! Sleeping away from home, choosing your own activities, and learning about routines and traditions. Visit website View program	Camp Ouareau	1628	8-8	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,298,6,41,81,256,5,133,154,22,258,165,265,288,289,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,33,2,91,226,1,276,8,3,12,347,223,54,58,63,28,221,15,322,16,201,31,49,56,161,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Pottery,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),First-aid/lifesaving ,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
FEATURED Traditional Languages YMCA of the National Capital Region Camp Otonabee - French Program Jun 29 - Aug 21, 2026 Day camp Ottawa, ON Age 6 to 9 (Coed) OttawaOntario Campers experience all the fun of Camp Otonabee in French with swimming, hiking, ropes, canoeing, and more! Visit website View program	YMCA of the National Capital Region	280	6-9	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,48,6,298,81,10,5,9,173,123,366,2,91,388,24,153,1,8,3,12,347,223,54,28,221,16,322,31,56,188,0,79,daycamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Mindfulness Training,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
FEATURED Traditional Languages Camp Ouareau Explore - Two Weeks Jun 28 - Aug 22, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 8 to 16 (Girls) Saint-DonatQuebec Build new skills while sleeping in your own cabin or tent & going to your own activities while learning a second language. Visit website View program	Camp Ouareau	3256	8-16	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,298,6,41,81,256,5,133,154,22,258,165,265,288,289,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,33,2,91,226,1,276,161,8,3,12,347,223,54,58,63,28,221,15,322,16,201,31,49,381,56,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Pottery,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),First-aid/lifesaving ,Strength and Conditioning,Yoga,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
FEATURED Traditional Languages Camp Ouareau Adventure - Four Weeks Jun 21 - Aug 15, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 8 to 16 (Girls) Saint-DonatQuebec Build new skills while sleeping in your own cabin or tent & going to your own activities while learning a second language. Visit website View program	Camp Ouareau	6279	8-16	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,298,6,41,81,256,5,133,154,22,258,165,265,288,289,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,33,2,91,226,1,276,8,3,12,347,223,54,58,63,28,221,15,322,16,201,31,49,56,161,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Pottery,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),First-aid/lifesaving ,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
Languages Traditional Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre French Summer Camp Week 7 – Inventeurs LEGO (LEGO Inventors) Aug 10 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Oakville; Saskatoon Age 4 to 11 (Coed) OakvilleSaskatoonOntarioSaskatchewan Kids design, build, and solve LEGO challenges in French while developing creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	415	4-11	2026-08-01	,337,5,10,9,173,355,79,2,366,91,33,388,24,97,270,19,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Writing,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Robotics Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps Jeune créateur: Coding and robotics Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Woodbridge, ON Age 6 to 12 (Coed) WoodbridgeOntario At our robotics camp, kids build, code, and problem-solve in a creative, innovative, fun and hands-on environment. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	350	6-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,67,177,160,2,182,50,130,268,12,3,347,54,63,28,79,daycamp,coed,	,Robotics,LEGO,Architecture,Science (multi),Engineering,STEM,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Soccer,Volleyball,Hiking,Language Instruction,Computers & Tech,
Languages Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Virtual French Immersion Back To School Bootcamp – Rentrée en confiance Aug 24 - Aug 28, 2026 Virtual Online Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Online Small-group online French Immersion bootcamp for Grades 1–5. Boost reading, writing, speaking, and school readiness. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	329	6-12	2026-08-01	,337,5,10,9,342,2,79,366,91,388,97,270,19,virtualprogram,coed,	,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Creative writing,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Public Speaking,Reading,Writing,Education,
Robotics Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps JEUNE CRÉATEUR: CODING AND ROBOTICS - VAUGHAN CAMPUS Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Aurora, ON Age 6 to 12 (Coed) AuroraOntario At our robotics camp, kids build, code, and problem-solve in a creative, innovative, fun and hands-on environment. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	255	6-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,41,6,81,10,5,9,266,177,332,180,304,343,67,159,196,2,32,79,160,388,270,357,50,356,182,130,267,317,7,268,12,3,347,327,54,63,251,28,225,daycamp,coed,	,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Minecraft,Python,Programming (multi),Scratch,Roblox,Robotics,Technology,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,LEGO,Logical thinking,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Archaeology/Paleontology,Architecture,Engineering,Safari,Space,Zoology,STEM,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Soccer,Volleyball,Football,Hiking,Zip Line,Computers & Tech,
Traditional Languages Camp Mère Clarac Boys \| Summer Overnight Camp \| 2025 Jun 28 - Aug 07, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 5 to 12 (Boys) Saint-DonatQuebec « Joie de vivre » at camp Mère Clarac is discovering, exploring and having fun! Visit website View program	Camp Mère Clarac	660	5-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,48,6,170,59,5,288,10,9,173,123,24,2,8,3,11,347,12,26,54,58,63,28,29,221,139,16,322,56,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Travel,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Nature/Environment,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Golf,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Hockey,Rock Climbing,Track and Field,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
Traditional Languages Camp Mère Clarac Girls \| Summer Overnight Camp \| 2025 Jun 28 - Aug 07, 2026 Overnight Saint-Donat, QC Age 5 to 16 (Girls) Saint-DonatQuebec « Joie de vivre » at Camp Mère Clarac is discovering, exploring and having fun! Visit website View program	Camp Mère Clarac	660	5-16	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,48,6,170,59,5,288,10,9,173,123,24,2,8,3,11,347,12,26,54,58,63,28,29,221,139,16,322,56,188,0,79,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Ropes Course,Travel,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Nature/Environment,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Golf,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Hockey,Rock Climbing,Track and Field,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Language Instruction,
Languages Traditional Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre French Summer Camp Week 8 – Minecraft créatif (Creative Minecraft) Aug 17 - Aug 21, 2026 Day camp Oakville, ON Age 4 to 11 (Coed) OakvilleOntario Kids design, build, and solve Minecraft-style challenges in French using creativity, logic, teamwork, and imagination. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	415	4-11	2026-08-01	,337,5,10,9,173,355,123,333,266,177,79,2,366,91,33,388,24,97,270,19,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Minecraft,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Writing,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Traditional Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps Odyssee Francophone- AURORA CAMPUS Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Aurora, ON Age 6 to 12 (Coed) AuroraOntario New theme every week, French lessons, games, creative workshops, weekly field trips. Free daycare service. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	255	6-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,81,6,256,5,269,22,371,337,10,9,173,355,123,196,2,32,79,160,388,24,270,357,50,356,267,317,7,12,3,347,327,54,63,251,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Acro Dance,Dance (multi),Contemporary,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,LEGO,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Archaeology/Paleontology,Safari,Space,Zoology,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Soccer,Volleyball,Football,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Languages Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Virtual French Summer Camp - Week 9 – Vive l’été Aug 24 - Aug 28, 2026 Virtual Online Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Online Live online French summer camp for ages 6–12. Explore beach, travel, and summer fun through games, crafts, and speaking. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	129	6-12	2026-08-01	,59,5,288,337,10,9,173,355,342,2,79,366,91,388,24,97,270,19,virtualprogram,coed,	,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Creative writing,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Writing,Education,
Traditional Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps ODYSSEE FRANCOPHONE - VAUGHAN CAMPUS Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Aurora, ON Age 6 to 12 (Coed) AuroraOntario New theme every week, French lessons, games, creative workshops, weekly field trips. Free daycare service. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	255	6-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,81,6,256,5,269,22,371,337,10,9,173,355,123,196,2,32,79,160,388,24,270,357,50,356,267,317,7,12,3,347,327,54,63,251,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Acro Dance,Dance (multi),Contemporary,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,LEGO,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Archaeology/Paleontology,Safari,Space,Zoology,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Soccer,Volleyball,Football,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps Odyssee francophone- EAST GWILLIMBURY CAMPUS Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp Woodbridge, ON Age 6 to 12 (Coed) WoodbridgeOntario New theme every week, French lessons, games, creative workshops, weekly field trips. Free daycare service. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	255	6-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,81,6,256,5,269,22,371,337,10,9,173,355,123,196,2,32,79,160,388,24,270,357,50,356,267,317,7,12,3,347,327,54,63,251,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Acro Dance,Dance (multi),Contemporary,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,LEGO,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Archaeology/Paleontology,Safari,Space,Zoology,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Soccer,Volleyball,Football,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Languages Traditional Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre French Summer Camp Week 6 – Éco-Héros en action (Eco Heroes in Action) Aug 04 - Aug 07, 2026 Day camp Online; Throughout Ontario; Saskatchewan (3) Age 4 to 11 (Coed) OakvilleSaskatoonOnlineOntarioSaskatchewan Kids explore nature and eco themes in French through crafts, missions, scavenger hunts, and hands-on green projects. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	332	4-11	2026-08-01	,337,5,10,9,173,355,79,2,366,91,33,388,24,97,270,357,50,19,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Writing,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Languages Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Virtual French Summer Camp - Week 6 – Éco-Héros en Action Aug 04 - Aug 07, 2026 Virtual Online Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Online Live online French eco-camp for ages 6–12. Learn nature-themed vocabulary through games, crafts & speaking fun. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	104	6-12	2026-08-01	,10,5,9,355,342,2,79,366,91,388,24,97,270,182,50,19,virtualprogram,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Mixed Media,Creative writing,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Architecture,Science (multi),Writing,Education,
Traditional Languages Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps Odyssee Francophone - RICHMOND HILL CAMPUS Jun 29 - Aug 14, 2026 Day camp East Gwillimbury, ON Age 5 to 12 (Coed) East GwillimburyOntario New theme every week, French lessons, games, creative workshops, weekly field trips. Free daycare service. Visit website View program	Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps	255	5-12	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-01	,81,6,256,5,269,22,371,337,10,9,173,355,123,196,2,32,79,160,388,24,270,357,50,356,267,317,7,12,3,347,327,54,63,251,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Acro Dance,Dance (multi),Contemporary,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,LEGO,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Archaeology/Paleontology,Safari,Space,Zoology,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Soccer,Volleyball,Football,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Languages Traditional Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre French Summer Camp Week 9 – Vive l’été ! (Summer Celebration Week) Aug 24 - Aug 28, 2026 Day camp Oakville, ON Age 4 to 11 (Coed) OakvilleOntario End summer with games, music, crafts, and friendship-building fun while speaking and celebrating French together. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	415	4-11	2026-08-01	,133,5,150,37,59,288,337,10,9,173,355,123,333,79,2,366,91,33,388,24,97,270,357,50,19,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Cooking,Vocal Training / Singing,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Writing,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Languages Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Virtual French Summer Camp - Week 7 – Inventeurs LEGO Aug 10 - Aug 14, 2026 Virtual Online Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Online Live online French LEGO-inspired camp for ages 6–12. Build, create, and learn through teamwork, games, and speaking fun. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	129	6-12	2026-08-01	,10,5,9,342,2,79,366,91,160,388,270,19,virtualprogram,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Creative writing,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),LEGO,Logical thinking,Reading,Writing,Education,
Languages Traditional Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre French Immersion Bootcamp – Rentrée en confiance Aug 24 - Aug 28, 2026 Day camp Oakville, ON Age 4 to 11 (Coed) OakvilleOntario Build school-ready French skills through structured lessons, speaking practice, and confidence-focused Immersion review. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	549	4-11	2026-08-01	,59,5,288,337,10,9,355,79,2,366,91,33,388,24,97,270,19,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Mixed Media,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Logical thinking,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Writing,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Languages Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre Virtual French Summer Camp - Week 8 – Minecraft Créatif Aug 17 - Aug 21, 2026 Virtual Online Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Online Live online French camp for ages 6–12 inspired by Minecraft. Build, create, and speak French through fun missions. Visit website View program	Le Petit Écolier French Language Centre	129	6-12	2026-08-01	,10,5,9,266,177,342,2,79,366,91,388,270,19,virtualprogram,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Minecraft,Creative writing,Language Instruction,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Reading,Writing,Education,

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French summer camps across Canada and internationally

If you are interested in traveling or want to find camps in specific cities, there are options. Traveling and learning French is an ideal way to really broaden your understanding of the language in different cultural contexts. Use our advanced search to find camps in the following cities and regions:

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Interested in more than a French summer camp?

For students interested in a career that requires the French language or who just love the language, we list camps and programs going well beyond summer. After-school programs are an important means of retaining and deepening vocabulary and conversational French. Overnight camps encourage a fuller engagement with the language and with others. You can use our advanced search to find different options like:

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A quick overview of what you'll find in French camp

Specialized French language camps offer a deep immersion in conversational French that will advance kids' understanding noticeably, even over a week. Camps or sessions might be tailored to a specific age group or proficiency level. Some camp sessions at a basic level are ideal for students who are just beginning to study French. More advanced camps and sessions are appropriate for students to improve conversation and reading skills.

An oral and written test may be conducted at some camps in order to assess a camper’s current level of French. Campers will be placed in the camp class or session that best suits their needs. Students develop skills in listening, speaking, writing, reading, conversation, and grammar in the French language. Instructors will be given some one-on-one instruction. All communication focuses on the deepening of vocabulary, syntax, and understanding of the French language. From the beginning to the end of this highly intensive instruction, including outings, classroom interaction, and extracurricular activities, kids' French improves.

The advantages of French language camps

French camps ensure that the student not only understands but also speaks French well. The following elements are covered in these camps:

Repertoire or vocabulary
Verb structures
Grammar and syntax
Pronunciation
Colloquial expressions
Text and oral comprehension
Oral and written expression

These camps also ensure that kids meet others from the same area who share an interest in the language.

Fluency in another language opens up career and travel opportunities and aids in personal growth and social opportunities.

There are many other benefits of any kind of camp experience.

Related camps and other French acquisition programs

Overnight camps in Quebec immerse kids in the French language and culture. Camps also have various other activities like sightseeing, picnics, indoor games, and sports.

International travel programs are ideal for older teens. These expose you to fun and adventure abroad and afford opportunities to interact in French.

French language schools should definitely be on your radar if you want to fully develop language skills and prepare for a career that requires French.

Questions to ask

As you are talking to camps on your shortlist, you will have many questions. Here’s a quick starter list of things to keep in mind:

How much and what percentage of time is French spoken during camp?
Aside from French language instruction, what kind of cultural learning is available through the camp?
How much one-to-one instruction is available, should that be needed?
What is the ratio of leaders to campers?
Are kids expected to bring anything? And will they be taking anything home?
How is discipline handled in the camp?

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How many French language camps are there?
There are 23 programs specializing in Language Instruction. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.

What are the fees to attend French language camps?
Fees for French language camps range from $104 to $6,279 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

What age do French language camps start at?
There are programs available for children aged 4 through 16.

Where can parents meet with French language camps?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.

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Top French language camps for 2026

French summer camps and after-school programs

List of French language instruction camps and programs on this page:

Programs focusing on Language Instruction (23 results)

Programs with Language Instruction, session dates TBD

French summer camps across Canada and internationally

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