For the Holidays
Summer Camp
What?
The ISS Summer Camp is a vibrant programme offering a mix of creative, educational, and recreational activities. Designed to inspire curiosity and foster new skills, it provides children with a fun and dynamic environment throughout the summer.
Where?
Most activities take place at ISS’s Madeira campus, offering a safe and stimulating setting. Additionally, select programmes are held off-campus, providing children with opportunities to explore and enjoy diverse environments.
All you need to know
About the Summer Camp
Our summer camp in Madeira combines fun, creativity, and learning. With diverse activities, children explore new interests, build skills, and make lasting friendships in a welcoming environment.
Different Activities to choose
The 2025 Summer Camp Programme
Our summer camp programme is packed with exciting activities, from arts and sports to science and outdoor adventures. Each day is carefully planned to provide a balanced mix of learning, creativity, and fun, ensuring an unforgettable summer experience for every participant.
Book & Internet Research
• Focus: Different types of Water Sports;
• Wordsearch / Lego Puzzles / Playdough.
Crafts
• Boats / Ships (Modelling – Recycle Bottles).
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Baking (Cake)
Obstacle Course (Sport)
Movie & Popcorn.
Arts/Crafts
• Create your own surfboard / sailing boat to float on water.
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Going Out
• Doing Water Sports at Club Naval.
Research
• About the Island of Madeira;
• Where we live / look at pictures (for presentation).
Baking
• Broas de Mel / Coconut.
Traditional
• Games / Dance Traditional Games from Madeira / Madeiran Dance.
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Design / Craft
• Designing a bordado;
• Types / Making of clothing / hats from Madeira.
Movie & Popcorn.
Exhibition
• Presentation of the Island (Video / dance / pictures / crafts).
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Going Out
• Visiting the Madeira Theme Park.
Research
• Types of animals from around the world.
Cooking
• Making Sandwiches / Biscuits.
Create Board Games (Snakes and Ladders, etc.)
Obstacle Course (Sport)
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Make a Scenery
• Painting & Drawing Safari / Jungle / Polar / Farm.
Creation
• Domino: Biscuits with Smarties.
Design
• Design and Make your Animal Puppet.
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Going Out
• Visiting the Ilha das Aves (Bird Zoo).
Research
• What’s in the Sea? (Drawing / Painting);
• Make a big poster in the play area.
Chalk Drawing
• Drawing a variety of Fish.
Crafts
• Continue with the big poster making and origami (boats, fish, etc.);
• Lego Puzzle.
Inflatable Swimming Pool.
Cooking
• Bolo de Bolacha / Cake.
Ball Games / Parachute.
Movie & Popcorn.
Going Out
• Having a Picnic in Santa Luzia.
Best week ever
The children’s favourite place for summer
Hear from Early and Primary Years parents about how our summer camp became their child’s favorite place to learn, play, and grow.
Discover the unforgettable experiences and joyful memories that keep families coming back every year for our summer camp!
“I made so many new friends and tried activities I’d never done before—it was the best part of my summer.”
“Every day was different, exciting, and full of energy. I saw my child come home smiling and full of stories.”
The Process
Want to Join Us?
Our summer camp in the Madeira Island campus combines fun, creativity, and learning. With diverse activities, children explore new interests, build skills and have fun with their friends.
Fill Out the Form
Complete the registration form with your child’s details and your contact information.
Pay the Camp Fee
Secure your child’s place by submitting the camp payment through the provided method.
The Summer Camp
Get ready for an exciting summer full of learning, adventure and friendship!
Are you ready?