Madrid

Located in the heart of Spain, vibrant Madrid is a treasure trove of historical sights and architecture where old meets new. With almost 4 millions inhabitants, Madrid boasts everything a capital has to offer: shopping on the Gran Via, El Rastro flea market, exhibitions, activities and events galore.

The summer camp programme is held in the main residence of “Francisco de Vitoria University Campus” in Majadahonda, just outside Madrid. The campus’large sports grounds and state-of-the-art facilities make for a safe, reassuring yet fun camp experience.

School facilities:

  • Modern classrooms
  • Relaxing areas, TV lounge, IT room with computers and Internet access
  • Sports facilities (football pitch, basketball, tennis and paddle tennis courts, multi-purpose sports grounds, gym, etc).
  • Swimming pool and riding centre nearby.

Spanish Course

20 Spanish lessons a week

  • Lesson length: 45 minutes
  • Class size: an average of 8 students (maximum 14)
  • Placement test on the first day of lessons
  • Certificate of completion at the end of the course
  • Qualified native Spanish teachers to foreign students
  • Language levels: beginner to advanced

Along with Spanish lessons, students take part in a whole range of exciting sports, Spanish culture and leisure activities during their stay. During the activity programme, students are divided into 4 different age groups: 5-10s, 11-14s, 15-16s and 17-18s.

Some of the many activities available include:

Culture and leisure activities every afternoon: guided tour of Madrid, dance workshop, theatre workshop, El Escorial Palace, Aquapark, Prado Museum, etc

Various sports: swimming, beach sports, basketball, volleyball, archery, Frisbee, capoeira, badminton, etc.

Day trips: visit of Toledo, Avila, Segovia, Salamanca, etc.

Evening activities: barbecue, movie night, disco, theme night, treasure hunt, shows (concerts, plays, talent show)

Please find below a sample of day schedule (given as example and subject to modification):

Optional Extras (* only 1 option per session of 2 weeks*)

  • 1. Sports Options (per session of 2 weeks):
    • Tennis: 12 lessons
    • Paddle tennis: 12 lessons
    • Horse riding: 12 lessons
    • Football: 16 lessons
  • 2. Optional creative activity (per session of 2 weeks):
    • Robotics: 12 lessons
    Build your own robot using skills in maths, science, technology and engineering. This workshop develops students’ creative skills and their ability to work within a team.

Please note that due to scheduling conflicts, students who enroll in these optional programmes may not always be able to participate in all of the other camp activities

Residence

Features:

  • Single or shared rooms
  • Bathroom and toilet in each room
  • Full board
  • On-site residence
  • Capacity: 120 to 180 students
  • Located in a quiet residential area on the Francisco de Vitoria University Campus of Majadahonda on Carretera Pozuelo, just outside Madrid
  • Laundry service: once every 2 weeks Note: students should bring a laundry bag and their clothes should be labelled

Travel

Arrivals: Sunday

Departures: Saturday

Arrival/departure Airports and Stations:

Madrid Barajas Airport and all train and coach stations : roundtrip transfer to and from accommodation included

Please note: Do not make travel arrangements until we have confirmed your enrolment in your chosen course.

Permission to leave the grounds (15+ only)

Students must be over 15 and holding a signed consent form from their parents in order to be granted permission to leave the grounds unaccompanied by an adult until 22.30 only 3 times maximum per session of 2 weeks. The specific days are determined by the camp director.

Students under 15 and students over 15 without a signed parental consent form, will not be allowed to leave the grounds, by no means.

The whole course and activity programme is well structured and consistent enough so that the students are well occupied most of their time.

Visa Information

You might need a visa for this course. For more information please visit our Visa Information page.

Do not hesitate to contact us by phone or email if you require any additional information.


Dates & Prices 2021

Dates 2021

Summer Session : from July 4 to July 31

Camp sessions last for 2 weeks ; 4-weeks sessions are also available.

Prices 2021

All taxes and enrolment fees included.

WPCS 42.0.3
Prices including full board Residence accommodation, classes, activity programme and transfers
DurationPrice
2 weeks 2.030
4 weeks 3.700
6 weeks 5.370
8 weeks 7.190
Sport options - For 2 weeks
SportsPrice
Tennis (12 lessons / 2 weeks) 200
Paddle tennis (12 lessons / 2 weeks) 200
Horse riding (12 lessons / 2 weeks) 250
Football (16 lessons / 2 weeks) 250
Optional workshop - For 2 weeks
Robotics (12 lessons / 2 weeks) 200
Other fees
Uniform (optional) 100
Extra night 65

Prices include:

  • 20 Spanish lessons per week
  • Full board Residence accommodation
  • Course materials and textbook
  • Sports, culture and leisure activities programme
  • Madrid Airport/train station transfers to and from accommodation
  • 24hr supervision
  • All school taxes and enrolment fees

Prices do not include:

  • Transport to and from Madrid
  • Optional sports or workshop
  • Local transport in and around Madrid
  • Visa fees (if any)
  • Optional Insurances