Summer Enrichment Camp
Appleby's Summer Enrichment Camp is designed to bring together academically-minded individuals and groups from around the world to live, play, and learn on our beautiful lakefront campus. The program allows students ages 12 to 14, and 15 to 17 to immerse themselves in a truly unique Canadian experience, while exploring the beauty and culture of Canada through academic programming, recreational activities, and exciting excursions. Programs run for two, three, and four weeks in July and August.
Applications for Summer 2025 open at 7:00 a.m. EST on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
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Summer Enrichment Camp Overview
International campers ages 12 -14, and 15-17 are immersed in Appleby's outstanding Enrichment and Leadership programs alongside Canadian and international peers. Each week, students are able to choose a program from a variety of offerings that focus on unique topics. Students are required to have high intermediate to advanced English levels, and an online English assessment is part of the admissions process.
Evenings and weekends are full of engaging activities and excursions to some of the region's most exciting attractions. Students become part of the Appleby summer community and live in our comfortable boarding houses, building long-lasting, cross-cultural friendships in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Programs run for three weeks in July, and two and four weeks in August.
The Summer Enrichment Camp gives students the opportunity to explore new interest, gain confidence, and improve communication skills in an English-speaking classroom, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The result is that students build character, become more independent, and grow as leaders while feeling a sense of belonging as part of the Appleby community.
We invite you to join us this summer!
Program Schedule
2-Week Summer Enrichment Camp:
- Session B1: July 28 to August 10, 2025
- Session B2: August 11 to August 23, 2025
3-Week Summer Enrichment Camp:
- Session A3: July 6 to July 26, 2025
4-Week Summer Enrichment Camp:
- Session B: July 27 to August 23, 2025
4-Week Summer Enrichment Camp + Camp Kandalore:
- Session A: June 28 to July 26, 2025
Dates listed are inclusive of arrival and departure dates
2-week Summer Enrichment Camp Schedules
3-week Summer Enrichment Camp Schedule
4-week Summer Enrichment Camp Schedule
4-week COMBO: Summer Enrichment Camp AND Camp Kandalore Schedule
More Information
Click on a choice below for details!
| LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT |
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International campers registered in Summer Enrichment Camp participate in weekly Enrichment programs alongside Canadian students. As such, those applying must have a high level of English fluency to be eligible to participate. The following test equivalencies are provided to help applicants assess if their current English fluency meets the requirements for the Summer Enrichment Camp, and as such, their likelihood of acceptance. Please note that prior completion of language testing is not a pre-requisite to applying to Summer Enrichment camp—the following is a guide only.
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| DAY ENRICHMENT OPTIONS |
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Summer Enrichment Campers participate in Appleby's Enrichment and Leadership programming, featuring a wide range of weekly camp offerings. Our Enrichment camps are designed to challenge, empower, and engage learners, in an inclusive group learning environment. Our programs focus on improving skills such as critical thinking, creative problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, conflict resolution, and communication, while building confidence. Examples of our regularly offered weekly camps are listed below:
To view Subject Areas and Program options click on the button below: To learn which camps are offered each week, please visit the Summer Enrichment Camp offerings by week resource. |
| ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS |
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Appleby Summer ESL students reside on campus in one of our four air-conditioned student boarding houses. Students stay in double-occupancy rooms separated by gender. Roommates are carefully selected so that each student shares a room with a student of a similar age who is from a different language group. Each boarding house offers multiple common rooms, providing a casual and comfortable social space to hang out with friends, play games such as pool or table tennis, and study. Linens and self-service laundry facilities are provided, and wi-fi is available throughout our campus. Three nutritious buffet-style hot meals are served daily in our beautiful lake-view dining hall, centrally located on campus. All foods are prepared on-site by Appleby’s excellent year-round catering team. Fruits and snacks are provided daily. All dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated, with the exception of Kosher. |
| EXCURSIONS |
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We are excited to offer off-site excursions, providing students with the opportunity to experience some of the regions most exciting attractions and Canadian culture. All meals, transportation and entrance fees are included in the program price, and our staff supervise all excursions. Staff are trained in off-site safety and risk mitigation, ensuring a safe and fun experience for all participants. Some examples of our excursions include:
Please note excursions are subject to change due to weather and availability. Excursions listed are representative of options offered to 4-week program students, and will be fewer for campers in the 2-week and 3-week programs. For closed Summer Enrichment Camp Groups, please contact us for more details regarding customization. |
| EVENING PROGRAMMING |
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Our boarding staff ensure students are immersed in English language learning in, and outside of the classroom. Our afternoon and evening on-campus programming is designed to both be fun and to also provide students with ample opportunities to practice communicating in English and continue learning about each other and Canadian culture. Some examples include:
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| STUDENT CARE |
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With the health and safety of each student as our utmost priority, we provide 24/7 supervision from arrival in Canada to departure. Our caring and supportive boarding staff live alongside students in the boarding houses and attend all activities and excursions. Our trained and experienced team is passionate about the care and well-being of each student and are certified in Standard First Aid and CPR-C. Students also receive support from additional on-campus staff and security. Medical staff are present on campus daily at Appleby College’s Health Centre to treat or care for students, if needed. |
| FEES, WITHDRAWAL AND REFUND POLICY |
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The total 2025 Enrichment Camp fees including taxes are:
Boarding program fees include:
The fee for airport pick-up and drop-off on non-arrival and departure days is $200, pending staff availability. Fees can be paid by wire transfer or credit card. Credit card payments for all summer boarding programs are subject to a 2.4% non-refundable surcharge. Withdrawal and Refund Policy: Notice of student withdrawal must be made in writing to Appleby College Summer Programs at SummerBoarding@appleby.on.ca. Details and timelines:
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| HOW TO APPLY |
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Apply Online: Applications open on December 10, 2025! Language Assessment: After submitting your application, your application will be reviewed, and our team will be in contact within 5 business days to book a language assessment. The language assessment is a short, 15-minute interview, conducted live, online, with a member of the Appleby Summer Boarding Team.
If you have questions about the Summer Enrichment Camp or application process, please email SummerBoarding@appleby.on.ca. We look forward to welcoming you to Appleby College this summer! |
| TRAVEL DETAILS |
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Summer ESL Arrival and Departure dates:
Summer Enrichment Camp Arrival and Departure dates:
Canadian Experience Camp (CEC) Arrival and Departure dates:
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| VACCINATION POLICY |
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Appleby College Summer Programs If there is an outbreak of a disease targeted by Ontario’s routine vaccination program (e.g. measles), the following individuals will be sent home at their own expense: |
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