With the arrival of summer and the school holidays, it's time to look for fun and educational ways for the little ones to make the most of their free time. Even more so if we adults have to work and have to find ways to reconcile work and family. Fortunately, in the Region of Valencia we have a wide range of summer camps and schools for children and teenagers that combine fun, learning and new experiences.
But there are also very cool family camps where you can share all the activities with your family. Whether you are looking for sporting, artistic or scientific activities, or simply a place where your children can enjoy themselves while they learn, the Region of Valencia has something for everyone. In this article, we show you a fantastic selection of summer campuses and schools in the region, so that you can choose the one that best suits you and your children's needs. And with the guarantee that all the organisers have the Tour & Kids seal of approval.
Summer Schools for children and families to succeed
Around the world, through gastronomy
"Around the world." This is the motto that guides Valencia Club Cocina's Summer School for the little ones.
And as part of the fun, we take a weekly excursion to the beautiful farmhouse Plant i Cull! There, our friend Voro takes us on a tour of its gastronomic museum and shows us the fruits of his own harvest, all to continue cooking incredible dishes!
Enjoy the waves and the sea
At the Ocean Republik Summer School, you can discover the magic of water sports. At this summer camp for children, they will learn how to navigate water sports such as windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), surfing, wingboarding, surfskate, and kayaking.
This year, Ocean Republik offers four different summer schools to choose from:
- Multi-activity Summer Camp. Designed for those who want to try it all and have a lot of fun. Lessons include windsurfing, paddleboarding, surfskate, wingboarding, mega SUP, and surfing if we have waves. Fun is guaranteed; we will provide the necessary equipment for all activities, ensuring it is always appropriate. This year, we also offer a full-day option.
- Multi-activity Windsurf Plus Summer Camp. For those who want to learn more about windsurfing. In this category, we'll offer a minimum of four windsurfing lessons, always combined with other super-fun activities such as paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, skateboarding, and more.
- Summer camp, a multi-activity course without windsurfing, at our Malvarrosa center. Loads of fun, paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, skateboarding, and tons of games will make this the most fun week of the year.
- Pro Windsurfing Summer School. For those who already know the basics of windsurfing, in this category, we'll focus on perfecting your level. We'll work on tacking, gybing, harness riding, beach start, footstraps, and planing (if we have the necessary conditions).
Live in contact with nature
ACTIO Family Camps offer you a unique experience to live intensely with your children, in a warm environment, in contact with nature, and alongside other families with children. Rest, relax, and enjoy, without worrying about planning your days, preparing meals, organizing activities, and more.
With families in mind, they have planned a host of activities to fully enjoy the summer: Excursions and hikes through the most beautiful spots, environmental and craft workshops, gymkhanas and traditional games, swimming pool, adventure activities, archery and climbing wall, zip line and Tibetan bridge, orienteering games, nighttime activities, treasure hunts, astronomy nights, evening parties, nighttime excursions, and more.
Devesa Gardens Summer School
Looking for the perfect place for your children to enjoy an unforgettable vacation? This summer, adventure awaits at Devesa Gardens! Its Summer School is the ideal destination for them.
Located in Valencia, the Samay Resort Devesa Gardens offers an active and fun summer school, full of exciting activities for children between 3 and 12 years old. From June 23rd to August 1st, they will enjoy educational, sports, and recreational activities led by specialized instructors: English, farm visits, sports activities, boat trips, educational workshops...
>> More information: 722 534 605 / escuelas@experienciacriatures.es
Summer School and Campus for Teenagers at Terra Natura
Once again this year, Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Benidorm open their doors to adventure with a new edition of the Summer School (for children ages 4 to 11) and the exciting Teen Campus (for young people ages 12 to 16).
Their goal is clear: for children and teens to enjoy an exclusive experience while helping families balance summer with their work routines. All in a spectacular setting, surrounded by nature, animals, and endless fun.
Multi-adventure Summer Vacation for Families
If you're looking forward to experiencing a truly multi-adventure summer with your children, discover Cofrentes Turismo Activo's great program surrounded by nature. You'll experience exciting family adventures, including time for adults only, and the only sound other than nature's own is your own laughter. Don't hesitate, experience it this summer!
Enjoy a Multi-Adventure Vacation with your child at the Cofrentes Spa (Valencia): You'll take part in many exclusive multi-adventure activities, complemented by fun games, sports activities, gymkhanas, and wild nights. Check out the full program!
PROA: the Oceanogràfic summer school for teenagers
Immerse yourself in an ocean of science at Oceanogràfic. This summer, teenagers at the Oceanogràfic Summer Campus will embark on an incredible adventure toward CHANGE, setting their sights on understanding and protecting the oceans.
For one week, they will embark on a scientific expedition to explore coral reefs in tropical seas, the Arctic, and Antarctica, as well as the depths of the ocean and our Mediterranean Sea. They will meet firsthand the Oceanogràfic caretakers and the conservation team that protects our fauna and flora in their natural habitat. They will also research dolphin communication and enjoy sailing aboard the Tirant Primer Schooner, thanks to a collaboration with the Borriana Sea Schools (GVA).
Don't miss this unique opportunity to transform your summer and contribute to change!
Family Camps from Traveling with Family
Experiencing the atmosphere of a family camp is ideal if you like the idea of ??a vacation with other parents and children of different ages and from different parts of Spain. And that's something our Travel with Family partners know very well. They are true specialists when it comes to organizing family trips. The dynamic entertainment, the good atmosphere, and the multi-adventure activities at these types of camps make many families want to repeat the experience year after year.
On the Travel with Family website, you'll find many different options: family camps in the Canary Islands, Portugal, and Galicia, in the Pyrenees, in the Valencian Community, with nautical activities, multi-adventure activities, camps specifically for single-parent families... There are tons of possibilities. Discover them!
The Power of Transformation: Science Museum Summer School
This summer, at the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències Summer School, we'll immerse ourselves in the exciting POWER OF TRANSFORMATION through science and nature. With guided tours, interactive workshops, games, scavenger hunts, and shows, little ones will explore how science can help build a more sustainable future. In this unforgettable experience, we'll visit the Museum of Sciences, the Hemisfèric, the Palau de les Arts, the Oceanogràfic, and the Ágora, home to the CaixaForum.
Learning, discovering, and having fun has never been so exciting! Are you in?
Africa Expedition
Every summer, BIOPARC Valencia organizes an exciting expedition to the heart of Africa! The summer school is designed for children passionate about nature and animals.
This summer, at Expedition Africa, we'll enjoy incredible adventures designed to spark their curiosity and encourage them to discover the wonders of the animal world with their educators and in an environment that combines magic and science. The Boiparc summer school is designed to motivate children to participate in the protection and care of nature, to be a fun learning space, to encourage respect for animals, to foster socialization, and to foster independence.
Blue Days and Summer Camp at the Oropesa del Mar Nautical Club
At the Oropesa del Mar Nautical Club, you'll find a wide variety of water sports and educational activities that kids and teens will love this summer. On sunny days, children aged 6 and up can enjoy activities such as sailing, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, and much more!
