Discover the Best Summer Camps for Kids in Dubai 2024

As the school year draws to a close and the long, hot summer days approach, parents in Dubai are faced with the annual challenge of keeping their children engaged, entertained, and enriched during the break. Finding the best summer camps, those which are safe, fun and where your kids might just learn something…can make all the difference!

In this special feature, we bring you our pick of the best summer camps in Dubai…those which offer kids a chance to explore new interests, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories.  Whether your child is an aspiring artist, a budding scientist, a sports enthusiast, or an adventurer at heart, Dubai boasts a wide array of summer camps tailored to suit every interest and age group.

In this guide, we’ll highlight some of the best summer camps for kids in Dubai 2024, ensuring your child has a summer full of fun, learning, and excitement.

The SchoolsCompared.com Guide to the Best Summer Camps in Dubai

Name: ESM English Language Summer Camp 2024
Camp Location (s): GEMS Dubai American Academy and GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail
Dates: 8th July to 16 August 2024
Times: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Fees: AED1575
Age Group: 4 – 16 years old
The Lowdown: The programme’s sole purpose is to provide specialised support and assistance to students aged 4 to 16 whose first language is not English. This programme not only helps to increase students’ access to English but also helps them integrate into a new school setting more easily. Our highly successful and well-established programme, led by experienced GEMS teachers, provides students with engaging and interactive learning experiences that are tailored to their specific needs and interests. Students’ reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities will improve as they study a wide range of topics. They will also learn new grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills based on their level of need and ability. 
Contact: HERE or 04 369 7817

Name: ESM HOLIDAY CAMP
Camp Location (s): GEMS Jumeirah Primary School- Al Safa, GEMS Wellington Silicon Oasis, GEMS Metropole School Motor City, GEMS Metropole School Al Waha, GEMS Founders School Al Mizhar, GEMS Wellington Academy- Al Khail, GEMS World Academy- Al Barsha South, GEMS Dubai American Academy, Winchester Jebel Ali School, GEMS World Academy- Abu Dhabi, GEMS American Academy- Abu Dhabi
Dates: 8 JULY – 23 AUGUST 2024
Times: 9:00AM – 1:30PM
Fees: AED180 PER DAY ; AED900 PER WEEK
Age Group: 4-12
The Lowdown:  This award-winning holiday camp offers a multi-activity experience for kids aged 4 to 12. With experienced coaches from leading UAE academies, child development is prioritised with a focus on social interactions and quality programmes. Tailored sessions are catered to each child’s age and ability, with professionals leading activities in dance, cricket, tennis, gymnastics, badminton, karate, basketball and more. There’s also bus transport provided. Open Mon-Fri 9am-1.30pm, Jul 8-Aug 23.
Contact: HERE or  04 369 7817

Name: ETB Summer Camp at Safa British School
Camp Location: Safa British School
Dates: 8 July to 23 August
Times: 9AM to 2PM
Fees: AED 200/day; AED 950/week
Age Group: 3 to 15 Years
The Lowdown: This summer camp offers a vibrant blend of activities designed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and inspire learning. From engaging STEM challenges to exciting coding adventures, alongside a variety of multi-activities, your child will embark on a journey of discovery and growth in a supportive and stimulating environment.
Contact: HERE

Allow yourself a little peace with one of our top summer camp picks!

Name: Dubai Sports Camps
Camp Location: Dubai International Academy, Raffles World Academy, Deira International Academy
Dates: 8th July to 23rd of August
Times: 8 am to 2 pm or 5 pm (in Raffles only) Monday to Friday
Fees: AED 750 to 1050 per week depending on location and full or half day
Age Group: 3 to 14 years
The Lowdown: Children will have 5 different age-appropriate activities per day, all supervised by experienced teachers and coaches. They will have fun, learn new things and make new friends. Their safety is the highest priority, and all staff have first aid training, plus the team always have a nurse on site. Sibling discounts and door to door transportation are available.
Contact: HERE 

Name: Dubai Sports Camps
Camp Location: Dubai International Academy (DIA) – Emirates Hills, Raffles World Academy (RWA) – Umm Suqeim 3, Deira International School (DIS) – Al Badia
Dates: July 8 until August 23, 2024
Times: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM or until 5:00 PM
Fees: Starting from 750 DHS
Age Group: 3 years to 14 years old
The Lowdown: The programme offers a diverse range of age-appropriate activities, managed by highly skilled staff, all of whom are experienced in handling large groups of children. All coaches and teachers are certified in first aid, and there is a dedicated nurse and lifeguard on duty for all swimming activities.
Contact: HERE or via phone or WhatsApp: • DIA: 055-5921908 • RWA: 050-9429136 • DIS: 056-8084808

Name: OliOli Summer Blast
Camp Location: OliOli Children’s Play Museum
Dates: July 8th to August 23rd
Times: Morning Camp (9:30am to 1pm), Afternoon Camp (2pm to 5pm) and All Day Camp (9:30am to 5pm)
Fees: Morning Camp: AED 1190 per week, Afternoon Camp: AED 890 per week, All Day Camp: AED 1750 per week
Age Group: 4 to 10 years old
The Lowdown: OliOli®️’s Summer Blast Camps are here, and it’s a great opportunity for your kids to embark on a summer adventure. Kids can dive into exciting quests and daring challenges. Each day is packed with hands-on activities and fun-filled play in the galleries, including the limited time WonderScape exhibition – ensuring a perfect blend of education and play to keep the little ones entertained all summer long. 
Contact: HERE 

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