Academic Camp Canada

What Academic Camp Canada does

Academic Camp Canada is a Canadian-registered entity (BC, incorporation number 1140670) operating as part of the Academic Camp Ltd umbrella, which also comprises Academic Summer Ltd in England and Wales. It runs outdoor adventure summer camps for teenagers aged 13-17 in New Brunswick, with the programme signalled as returning in 2027. The wider portfolio, marketed under the Academic Summer brand, delivers residential and day summer programmes for international students aged 7-17 across three locations: London Westminster (at DLD College), Bristol/Somerset (at Sidcot School), and New Brunswick.

The core offering uses a proprietary CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) methodology that integrates subject content with English-language acquisition across age-tiered programmes (Adventurers 7-10, Pathfinders 11-12, Explorers 13-14, Engagers 15-17) and specialist Career Pathways (Get Ready for Medicine, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Future Gen Study) for ages 14-17. A dedicated Academic Summer mobile app supports programme delivery, communication and SOS functionality. The Be a Leader leadership programme and curriculum are designed by CEO Helen Lami, who founded the company in 2008.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model supplemented by Educational Tour Operators and Educational Consultants as channel partners. Revenue derives from all-inclusive programme fees covering tuition, accommodation, meals, activities, airport transfers and travel insurance, with secondary fees for admin changes and supplementary services. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The September 2025 acquisition of Living Learning English (British Council-accredited) extends the model into year-round one-to-one home tuition in the UK and Spain. BAC accreditation has been held continuously since 2010 with no inspection action points in 2022 or 2024.

Name

Academic Camp Canada

Legal name

Academic Camp Canada

Website

https://academiccamp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Academic Camp Canada runs outdoor adventure summer programmes for international teenagers aged 13-17 in New Brunswick, operating as part of Academic Camp Ltd's portfolio of residential summer camps and career-pathway programmes for students aged 7-17 across the UK and Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Summer Camps

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

College & Career Exploration Camps (Pre-College Samplers, Pathways) (EDAMALAN), Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO), Adventure Multi-Sport Camps & Skills Academies (THAAAKAM)

Keywords

• Summer academic camps
• International student programmes
• English language immersion
• Teen summer education
• Residential academic programmes

Headquarters

HQ city

Bristol

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Summer Programme Fees: All-inclusive fees for residential and day camp programmes covering lessons, accommodation, meals, activities, airport transfers and travel insurance. Programmes include Academic Summer Camps (ages 7-17) in London Westminster and Bristol, and Academic Camp Canada (ages 13-17) in New Brunswick.
2. Additional Services: Fees for additional activities, late arrivals, airport transfers from non-standard locations, hard copies of visa support letters, and admin fees for course changes (£50 UK / 100 CAD Canada).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Academic Camp Canada operates a residential outdoor adventure summer academic camp in New Brunswick, Canada, for international teenagers aged 13-17. Programmes combine English language acquisition through the CLIL methodology with academic enrichment, cultural immersion, outdoor activities, and an integrated Be a Leader leadership development track. The all-inclusive fee covers lessons, accommodation, meals, activities, airport transfers and travel insurance.

Product overview

Academic Camp Canada and Academic Summer Camps operate as a unified portfolio of educational programmes under the Academic Camp Ltd umbrella. The core offering is summer camps for international students aged 7-17, with programmes in three main locations: London Westminster (DLD College), Bristol/Somerset (Sidcot School), and Canada (New Brunswick). The portfolio includes age-based programmes (Adventurers 7-10, Pathfinders 11-12, Explorers 13-14, Engagers 15-17), specialist Career Pathway programmes (Get Ready for Medicine, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Future Gen Study), and the Be a Leader leadership programme. Living Learning English operates as a sister company offering year-round one-to-one home tuition. The Academic Summer App provides a dedicated technology platform for student engagement. The company uses CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) methodology across all programmes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Living Learning English: Sister company offering year-round one-to-one home tuition for all ages, accredited by British Council
• Career Pathways
• Be a Leader

Products and services

• Academic Camp Canada Outdoor adventure summer academic camp in New Brunswick, Canada, for international teenagers aged 13-17. Combines English language immersion through CLIL methodology with wilderness experiences, outdoor activities, and cultural immersion. All-inclusive fees cover lessons, accommodation, meals, activities, airport transfers and travel insurance.
• London Westminster Programme Residential and day summer camp at DLD College London opposite the Houses of Parliament for students aged 7-17. Features academic programmes, career pathways, cultural excursions and leisure activities in central London.
• Westcountry Adventure (Bristol)

Quantifiable outcome

• Students aged 7-17 from 60+ nationalities learn English through experience, adventure and real communication
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• Living Learning EnglishcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Living Learning English became a sister company in September 2025, founded by Kate Hargreaves in 1995. Now led by CEO Helen Lami as Principal, it offers year-round one-to-one home tuition for children, teenagers and professionals. Accredited by British Council for teaching English in the UK. Together they provide a full spectrum from summer camps (ages 7-17) to home tuition (all ages).
• TheirworldminorOthersGlobal children's charity dedicated to ending the education crisis. Academic Summer proudly supports Theirworld and actively contributes to fundraising events. The partnership weaves social responsibility into the Be a Leader programme, inspiring students to think beyond themselves and act as global citizens.
• DLD College LondoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost school for London Westminster programmes including Career Pathways, Experience London, and Engagers. Located opposite Big Ben and Houses of Parliament. DLD College has been partner since 2016 (10 years as of 2026).
• Sidcot SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost school for Westcountry Adventure Bristol programmes. Located on 160 acres of Somerset countryside. Original venue for first Academic Summer programme in 2010. Provides facilities for Engagers (ages 15-17) with outstanding sports facilities, state-of-the-art science labs, and art studios.
• Guard Me (Insurance)supportingOthersProvides travel insurance for students including cancellation/curtailment protection, medical expenses (£10,000,000), 24/7 Digital Doctor service, 24-hour medical helpline, baggage coverage, and third-party liability (£2,500,000) with no excess.
• Educational Tour Operators (ETOs)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party tour operators and educational agents who facilitate group bookings and send students to Academic Summer programmes. Subject to same terms and conditions as direct bookings.
• Atlantic DatasupportingOthersThird-party provider used to process enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks for staff background verification as part of safeguarding obligations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Oxford Summer Courses: UK-based provider of summer academic programmes for international students aged 13-18, offering subject-specific courses at Oxford, Cambridge and London venues. Direct competitor in the UK academic summer school category serving the same international family segment.
• Bucksmore Education: UK-based summer school provider offering English language and academic programmes for international students at multiple British boarding schools. Comparable product mix (English immersion + academic enrichment) and same international family target segment.
• Oxford Royale Academy: Premium UK summer school operator running academic and career-focused programmes for international students aged 13-18 at Oxford, Cambridge, London and other prestigious venues. Overlaps directly with Academic Summer's Career Pathways and London Westminster offerings.
• ISSOS International: International summer school offering academic and cultural programmes for students aged 13-18 at prestigious UK and international venues (Cambridge, St Andrews, Yale). Comparable premium positioning and international student mix.
• Concorde Language Schools: UK-based summer English language and activity programme provider for international juniors and teens. Direct competitor in the UK international summer camp segment with similar age-band segmentation and residential model.

Regional players

• Explore Learning: UK-based provider of supplemental academic and English tutoring for children and teenagers. Adjacent in the UK supplementary education space, targeting similar families with children aged 7-17, though focused on year-round tutoring rather than summer camps.

Broad incumbents

• EF Education First (EF Academy): Global education company operating language immersion, academic year, and summer programmes for international students worldwide. Competitor in the broader international student summer education space, with much larger scale and broader curriculum.
• Stafford House International: International language and academic summer school provider offering junior and teen programmes across the UK, Canada, and US. Direct overlap with Academic Camp Canada and a long-standing competitor in the international summer school market.
• CATS Global Schools: Established international education group operating boarding schools and summer programmes globally for international students. Overlaps with Academic Summer's premium academic summer offering and university preparation focus, particularly via its London-based campuses.

Emerging players

• Quest International Students Exchange: Provider of international student exchange and academic summer programmes for teens. Comparator in the international academic summer space, with weaker brand awareness in the UK but comparable target family.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Academicsummer
• Facebookfacebook.com/academicsummercamps
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/academicsummercamps
• Instagraminstagram.com/academicsummer
• TikToktiktok.com/@academic_summer_camp

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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