The Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS) is back at it again over the long school holiday, with a comprehensive list of more than 50 exciting summer programmes. The lineup includes new offerings as well as returning favourites.
From 16 June to 1 August, CDNIS and non-CDNIS students aged two to 18 years will have the opportunity to engage in varying pursuits in the areas of Academics, Arts, Multi Activity, Sports, STEAM, Languages and more. The morning and afternoon programmes range from building robots and woodworking, to dragon boating, tots’ rugby, fencing and “cheernastics”. There’s something for students of every age and interest to appreciate.
Summer programmes for EY1 to Grade 12 ages will be held at the Canadian International School’s main campus, and those for Nursery to EY1 ages at their Early Years Centre (EYC) at The Southside. Here’s a closer look at some of the new programmes on offer so your kids can spend their summer pursuing passions, developing skills, forming friendships and having loads of fun!
Multi-Industry Real World Experience Summer Programmes
Is your child having difficulty deciding on a future career to pursue? Or perhaps they’re unsure what different career industries look like? OWN Academy’s signature summer programme provides students with a high level broad introduction to a range of industries.
Each day of the camp week will focus on a different industry, specifically relating to fields of STEM, Creative, Business, Health & Wellness, and Communication. Activities are designed to help students understand career possibilities and develop skills that are critical for future success. Day to day, participants will be introduced to an overview of various career opportunities within each featured industry, participate in interactive activities and build skills through hands on workshops. The programme will also feature insights from at least two industry professionals. They’ll give a glimpse into potential future industries and help bring greater clarity around career preferences.
Details:
This five-day camp runs from 21 to 25 July (daily from 9am to 12pm), for students in Grades 7 to 9. Students will be required to bring a laptop, notebook, pen and, if available, a smartphone.
Japanese Fun through Art & Culture
This summer programme, led by UNO Education, introduces students to the beauty of the Japanese language and culture. It includes engagement with hands-on art activities, traditional crafts, music, games and other cultural adventures. Participants will have new opportunities each day to learn the Japanese language while also being creative at the same time!
Details:
This summer programme is being held over six weeks, with daily sessions from Monday to Friday, 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Week one runs from 16 to 20 June. Week six starts on 21 July and ends on 25 July. Note that the content in weeks one and two will be different, but those two weeks will then be repeated in weeks three and four, and again in weeks five and six. You can therefore choose your preferred two-week block. The programme is available for students from Grades 1 to 6.
Pickleball Camp at the Canadian International School
Keen for your child to learn one of the fastest growing sports in the world? This summer pickleball camp might be just the thing! Run by Australasia Tennis Aces, a group of internationally qualified pickleball coaches in Hong Kong, the camp offers participants support in learning the game, as well as necessary fundamental techniques and strategies through personalised instruction. Throughout the week, players will learn about correct grip, stances, forehand and backhand drives and dinks. They’ll also learn court positioning, serve-return play, the non-valley zone, and strategies for learning pickleball basics or honing existing skills!
Details:
The camp is available across three weeks. The first week runs from 14 to 18 July, and the third week from 28 July to 1 August. Sessions are held Monday to Friday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. There are offerings for two different cohorts: students in Grades 3 to 5, and Grade 6 and above. The summer programme provides a pickleball racket, so children only need to bring a water bottle.
Vlogging: Make a Summer Vlog!
Sharing experiences and memories through videos is key in this day and age, so why not learn the skills necessary for vlogging effectively and the behind-the-scenes fun of video creation? Led by teachers from Babel Film Workshop with professional video production experience, participants will be guided through planning, filming and editing videos – and ultimately create their own vlog about their summer holiday.
At the end of the week, there’ll be a premiere screening of the vlogs, which parents and guardians will be invited to.
Details:
This five-day programme is for students from Grades 6 to 10 and runs daily from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, from 28 July to 1 August. Students are required to bring their laptop or tablet with an editing application installed. This programme has a capacity limit of up to 12 students so sign up quickly to avoid missing out!
Ivy Camps Summer Programmes
ActiveKids is running two new summer programmes at the Canadian International School of Hong Kong this summer!
- Ted Talks – Storytelling & Presenting
Through this programme, participants will master skills in presenting, public speaking and the art of visual storytelling by learning how to deliver TED-style techniques to hook, engage and truly captivate an audience.
- Make & Market Your Own Chocolate Brand
Love chocolate? In this summer programme, students will explore the world of chocolate as it relates to science, business, mathematics, history, design and more. They’ll not only learn how to make chocolate, but also learn how to effectively design a logo for a chocolate product, develop a marketing plan and advertise.
Details:
The camp dates and times vary depending on programme. Check the Canadian International School website for more information. Both summer programmes have schedules for two different cohorts: Grades 1 to 2, and Grades 3 to 5.
This article on summer programmes at the Canadian International School first appeared in Expat Living June 2025. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
