Summer Day Camp
In our Mandarin and Spanish summer day camp, students experience an immersive environment integrating language, science, math and art that develops their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Mandarin or Spanish. They can also enjoy activities that include soccer, tennis, ping pong, running club, and dance.
HWIS has been a leader in immersion education for over 18 years with camps taught by experienced educators who are native speakers of Mandarin or Spanish.
Summer Adventures @ HWIS
Mandarin & Spanish Summer Camp
7 weeks | Jun 23 - Aug 8 | Ages 2-10
Midtown West, NYC or Stirling, NJ
Experience a fun and immersive summer with our Mandarin & Spanish Summer Camp! Through hands-on activities and engaging themes, campers develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Mandarin or Spanish, while exploring exciting topics like safari adventures, Broadway magic, robotics, and ocean exploration.
Our camp integrates language learning with science, art, math, and physical activities, ensuring that students stay active and engaged throughout their summer journey. HWIS has been a leader in immersion education for over 20 years, with camps taught by experienced educators who are native speakers of Mandarin or Spanish.
Session Themes
Session I – Africa-Related Themes (June 23 – July 3)
- Preschool: Safari Adventures: The Big Five Expedition
Embark on a journey to explore Africa’s Big Five animals! Preschoolers will dive into wildlife and culture through crafts, games, and stories. - Elementary: Mysteries of the Sahara: Ancient Tales and Treasures
Discover the fascinating Sahara Desert! Campers will uncover ancient civilizations, hidden treasures, and geography through hands-on activities.
Session II – Broadway Drama or Oscar (July 7 – July 18)
- Preschool: Broadway Bound: Musicals and Magic
Little stars will sing, dance, and create props while stepping into the magical world of Broadway, inspiring creativity and performance. - Elementary: Showtime Spectacular: Costumes, Comedy, and Drama
Explore theater arts through costumes and performances. Campers will build confidence and teamwork in a fun, supportive setting.
Session III – Robots and AI (July 21 – August 1)
- Preschool: Gears and Gadgets: Engineering Fun
Introduce robotics and simple machines through playful exploration, as preschoolers design creative gadgets and spark problem-solving skills. - Elementary: Future Builders: Robots in Action
Dive into robotics and AI! Campers will create and program robots while exploring how technology is shaping our future.
Session IV – Discovery Under the Sea (August 4 – August 8)
- Preschool: Underwater Wonders: Mermaids and Mysteries
Explore the ocean’s magical world with mermaids, colorful sea creatures, and underwater treasures in a week full of discovery. - Elementary: Pirate Adventures: Treasure Hunt Tales
Set sail on a pirate adventure with treasure hunts, riddles, and teamwork challenges while uncovering oceanic mysteries.
Our unique camp offers:
- 100% Mandarin or Spanish immersion
- Small class sizes and low student to teacher ratio
- Classes are grouped by age and language level for optimal language acquisition
- Flexible registration options
Camp Hours:
- Half day: 9am -12pm (an option for students ages 2-4y)
- Full day: 9am – 3pm
- Before Care: 8 – 9am (additional cost)
- After Care: 3 - 6pm (additional cost)