International Summer Camp in Barcelona Montgat

Course Description: International Summer Camp in Barcelona Montgat

Location: Montgat, Barcelona, Spain

Duration: 2-week sessions

Languages Offered: English or Spanish

Program Types: Day Camp & Residential Boarding

This International Summer Camp in Barcelona offers a carefully structured, high-quality experience for students aged 12 to 16, combining language learning, sports, cultural exploration, and social development in a safe and supportive environment.

Located in Montgat, a charming seaside town just 20 minutes from central Barcelona and 5 minutes from the Mediterranean Sea, the camp provides the perfect balance between city culture and coastal relaxation. Students come from across the world, creating a diverse, international atmosphere that encourages confidence, independence, and global friendships.

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📍 Location & Campus Environment

The camp is hosted on a modern, purpose-built school campus in Montgat, designed to support both learning and leisure. The campus is fully enclosed and monitored 24 hours a day, ensuring a safe setting for all participants.

Campus Facilities Include:

• Landscaped outdoor gardens and green spaces

• Trampoline and recreational zones

• Cinema and multimedia room

• BBQ and outdoor dining areas

• Large communal indoor spaces for social activities

• Secure access points with overnight security

The calm, coastal environment allows students to feel relaxed and comfortable while remaining close to Barcelona’s world-famous cultural attractions.

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🗓️ Program Structure & Enrollment Options

The program runs in two-week sessions, with flexible participation options depending on family needs.

🏡 Residential Boarding Option

Residential students enjoy the full camp experience, including:

• Accommodation on campus

• Participation in daytime, evening, and weekend activities

• 24/7 supervision and pastoral care

• Airport pick-up and drop-off on official dates

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily

• Separate boarding houses for boys and girls

☀️ Day Camp Option

Designed for local or nearby families:

• Monday to Friday only

• 9:00 am – 6:30 pm

• Lunch provided daily at 1:00 pm

• Access to all daytime activities and language lessons

• No evening or weekend activities

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⏰ Weekly Programme Overview

🌅 Morning Programme (10:00 am – 1:00 pm)

Each morning offers a different experience, ensuring variety and engagement:

• Monday & Friday – Cultural Excursions

  Half-day trips into Barcelona to explore museums, monuments, and key landmarks, introducing students to Spanish history, art, and urban culture.

• Tuesday & Thursday – Sports Choice

  Students choose between:

• Water Sports (coastal activities near the Mediterranean)

• Padel Tennis (Spain’s most popular racket sport)

• Wednesday – Outdoor Fun & Team Building

  A high-energy morning focused on social bonding and confidence-building, with activities such as:

• Karting

• Wall climbing

• Icebreakers and group challenges

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🌍 Afternoon Programme – Language Lessons (3:30 pm – 6:30 pm)

Every weekday afternoon is dedicated to language learning.

Language Options:

• English

• Spanish

Lesson Structure:

• Placement test on arrival

• Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

• Small groups (5–15 students)

• Experienced, native-speaker teachers

• Focus on:

• Communication skills

• Teamwork

• Real-life language use

• Confidence and fluency

There is a short break from 5:00 – 5:30 pm each afternoon.

English is the main language of communication across the camp, even outside the classroom, creating a natural immersion environment.

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⚽ Morning Sports Programme

Twice per week, students participate in structured sports sessions, choosing from:

• Padel

• Tennis

• Water Sports

These sessions are designed for all ability levels, encouraging participation, physical activity, and enjoyment rather than competition. Students rotate through activities while developing teamwork and coordination.

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🌙 Evening Activities (Residential Students Only)

Evenings are fully supervised and focused on social interaction and fun:

• Group games and challenges

• Creative workshops

• Team competitions

• International-themed evenings

• Icebreakers and social bonding activities

These activities help students build friendships and confidence in a relaxed setting.

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🏖️ Weekend Programme (Residential Students Only)

Saturdays – Full-Day Excursions

Examples include:

• Girona & Costa Brava (historic city + coastline)

• Tibidabo Theme Park

Sundays

• Morning on-campus games and activities

• Afternoon beach visits and relaxation

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🏠 Accommodation (Residential Campers)

All residential students stay in individual private en-suite rooms, offering comfort, privacy, and security.

Room Features:

• Air conditioning

• Wi-Fi

• Private bathroom

• Mini fridge & kettle

• Safe and ample storage

• Bedding and towels included

• Weekly refresh of linens and towels

• Daily housekeeping

Students do not share rooms, but may request to be placed on the same corridor or floor as a friend when possible.

Supervision:

• Staff-to-student ratio: 1:10

• Staff members live on campus

• Overnight security personnel present

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🍽️ Meals & Nutrition

• Nutritious meals prepared and served daily

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residential students

• Lunch provided for day students

• Special dietary needs accommodated:

• Vegetarian

• Vegan

• Allergies

• Religious requirements

Meals are served in a supervised dining area on campus.

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🚌 Excursions & Activities (Included)

All excursions are included in the program fee:

• Two half-day cultural trips per week

• One outdoor team-building excursion weekly

• One full-day Saturday excursion per session

• Weekly beach outings (residential students only)

All transport is organized and supervised by camp staff.

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✈️ Airport Transfers & UM Service

• Group airport transfers included on official arrival/departure days

• Transfers to/from Barcelona–El Prat Airport

• Unaccompanied Minor (UM) service available:

• €50 per way

• Includes personal escort, supervision, and airline check-in assistance

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🩺 Health, Safety & Medical Care

• 24/7 supervision for residential students

• On-site nurse during daytime hours

• Multiple staff trained in first aid

• Local medical centres nearby

• Students accompanied to medical appointments if needed

• Parents informed immediately in case of illness or emergency

• International medical insurance is mandatory

Students are not permitted to leave campus without staff supervision at any time.

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📱 Mobile Phone Policy

To promote social interaction and engagement:

• Phone use is limited to three daily time windows:

• Morning

• Midday

• Evening

• Each window lasts approximately 30–60 minutes

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🌎 International Community & Capacity

• Students from 18+ nationalities

• Maximum 45 residential students

• Limited number of day campers

• Small, exclusive environment ensures personalized care and attention

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🎓 Certificates & Academic Reports

At the end of the program, each student receives:

• Certificate of Attendance

• Language Certificate

• Personalized Language Progress Report written by their teacher

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🎒 What to Pack

A detailed packing list is provided after registration. Essentials include:

• Comfortable clothing and sportswear

• Swimwear and beach essentials

• Sunscreen and reusable water bottle

• Toiletries

• Any required medication with prescription

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⭐ Why Families Choose This Program

• Safe coastal campus near Barcelona

• Individual en-suite accommodation

• Strong English immersion environment

• Balanced mix of learning, sport, and culture

• High supervision standards

• Truly international student body

• Small group sizes and personal attention