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Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut

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ISSOS, Summer School at Yale University, Connecticut (Paused for 2026):
Based on the campus of prestigious Yale University in New Haven CT, New England, ISSOS summer school program offers U.S. and international students (ages 13-18) the unique opportunity to combine learning, creative enrichment and action-packed adventure in northeastern USA. Our 3-week, all-inclusive, residential academic summer camps offer the choice to study one academic subject (ESL English language, Business and Entrepreneurship, Debate, Creative Writing, or Pre-IB preparation) combined with one elective subject (Film, Outdoor Leadership, Photography, Tennis, Theatre). We also offer UK academic summer camps in the world-famous St. Andrews and Cambridge universities.

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About ISSOS:

Photo of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• ISSOS was founded to provide a well balanced, supervised summer program to international students and expose them to the UK and USA as a place to travel and study.

• ISSOS prides itself on offering students a safe summer experience while at the same time providing them the freedom to grow.


Why Study at ISSOS Yale?

  Experience the Summer of a Lifetime
We offer our students the opportunity of a summer adventure of a lifetime where the focus is on personal safety and wellbeing, quality individual instruction and a unique international experience.

  Designed for International Students
Our high quality academic summer programs are designed to cater specifically for the needs of international students. We attract students from over 80 nationalities.

•  Prestigious University Setting
Founded in 1701, famed for its gothic-style campus set on 265 acres, Yale University has been deemed the most beautiful university campus in the United States, and has hosted some of the world's most public figures with an impressive list of Alumni.

  Follow in the Footsteps of the High Profile Alumni
Students who attend ISSOS at Yale University will be following in the footsteps of many famous graduates including: Bill Clinton, Hilary Clinton, Meryl Streep, Oliver Stone, Claire Danes and Jodie Foster to name but a few.

Helping Young People to Grow & Develop:

Image of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• What sets ISSOS apart from any other summer program is that it was set up with one goal "to help young people" - help them grow and develop and help them find their passion.

• At ISSOS, we assist all our students to find out what they are passionate about and we encourage them to follow that passion.


3-week Residential Summer School Programs:
• For local and international students ages 13-18 
• Students study one academic subject and one elective subject

Academic Programs:
• ESL English Language
• Business and Entrepreneurship
• Debate
• Creative Writing
• Study Skills to prepare for final years of high school and entrance to university / college.

Elective Programs:
• Film
• Outdoor Leadership
• Photography
• Tennis
• Theatre

Accommodation:
Students stay in a centrally-located, traditional Yale University College so that students can enjoy the stunning architecture and setting, as well as a number of lawns where they can relax outdoors in the sunshine, read a book or play sports with their new friends.

Student Reviews / Testimonials:

Photos of ISSOS, Summer School at Yale University, Connecticut (Paused for 2026)•  "ISSOS is a great program because there is so much variety at the school. ISSOS has totally changed the way I see the world. I have different opinions on topics because of the experiences I have had at ISSOS.

I feel that as long as I put myself out there when I am at ISSOS, I can do whatever I want and they are just going to help me to achieve things.

Kelly, USA

• "ISSOS was the first summer school that I attended. I was so nervous before I got there but once I was there I didn’t want to leave! I made so many friends from all over the world and I still talk to them daily. The teachers and counselors are so nice and helpful. It really is an experience of a lifetime."
Yasmeen

Parent Testimonial:
•  "Our son can’t think of a better place to go, a first-rate summer enrichment program, and he applied again immediately after his return. ISSOS brings a truly international mix of students together, in an exceptional and very rewarding way, to maximum benefit of all students."
Dagmar, Parent, Germany

Accommodation in Yale:

Picture of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• ISSOS at Yale University is located within the campus, students will enjoy the stunning architecture as well as a number of lawns where they can relax, read a book or play sports with their new friends.

• The locations of our summer schools are safe, stimulating and full of charm, offering our students the summer adventure of a lifetime where the focus is on personal safety and wellbeing, quality individual instruction and a unique international experience within an exceptional environment.

Disclaimer: The use of Yale University's name in this website is strictly for the purpose of identifying the location at which ISSOS is delivering the educational summer programs. ISSOS has no affiliation with Yale University and Yale University is not involved in or responsible for the quality, suitability, delivery or other aspects of ISSOS programs in any way.

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Address: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut 06520, USA
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ID Tech Camps, Massachusetts
Courses / Programs
iD Tech Camps is America’s #1 Tech Camp, offering quality summer programs in over 80 prestigious universities in the USA, including 5 universities throughout the State of Massachusetts. iD Tech Camps provides 1-week and 2-week technology and computer science summer camps for kids and teens along with the iD Programming Academy, iD Gaming Academy, and iD Film Academy. 

iD Tech Camps offers week-long day camps and overnight camps for students ages 7-17 (iD Tech Camps), and 2-week teen summer camps for ages 13-18 (iD Academies). University camp locations in Massachusetts include Harvard University, MIT, Amherst College, Bentley University, and Merrimack College.

Get inspired by energetic, tech-savvy instructors, and build critical 21st century STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) skills. 

“This is my son’s 3rd year with iD Tech Camps. He has finally found a camp where he fits in and is doing something that gets him excited. He will definitely be back for another session next year.”
- Jane W., Parent, iD Game Design & Development Academy – Harvard Location
Summer Tech Camps for Kids & Teens (ages 7-18)

iD Tech Camp:
- Week-long Day camps for ages 7-17

- Week-long Overnight camps for ages 10-17

iD Programming Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18

iD Game Design & Development Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18

- Accredited Continuing Education Units are available from all iD Academy locations. Students may register for these children's summer camps for one or several weeks. 
Summer Program at the HSBC Children's Garden at QBG
Courses / Programs
Located in Flushing, Queens NY, the HSBC Children’s Garden at Queens Botanical Garden provides hands-on summer gardening camps for kids ages 5-12. We aim to teach them about nature, gardens, and plants in a fun and engaging way, while they enjoy playing in this beautiful environment. We also offer spring and fall programs for young gardeners.

Our mission is to have the children learning by doing. All sessions combine practical gardening activities with environmental education. Enrollment is limited to 25-28 children, who are then divided into 3 groups, based on their age and abilities. We allocate one supervising counselor and two or three interns to each group, so you can be assured that your child will get the individual attention they need.
Summer gardening camps held in July & August for kids ages 5-12. Held 2 days a week from 9am to 4pm. Your child can attend on Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Your child is welcome to:

- attend the full 7-week program
- attend for July only
- attend for August only

We also offer spring and fall programs for young gardeners.
The Beacon School, Connecticut
Courses / Programs
Situated in Stamford CT, just 40 miles north of New York City, The Beacon School is an accredited, college-preparatory private school that offers specialized, residential academic programs for international students.

Our Beacon Pathway Program and English Summer Immersion Camps offer students an opportunity to experience a comprehensive U.S. college preparatory curriculum while improving their English language skills, and living in the United States.

At Beacon, students with high-average to superior ability have the opportunity to pursue their passions, discover new interests, and develop their talents in an enriched academic setting guided by the tenets of gifted education.

Beacon’s mission is to provide an inspirational learning environment where students are free to be themselves, follow their passions, stretch their imaginations, and foster integrity.

Our students play an integral role in the development of their programs; we have found that by enlisting them in the educational process, we can instill in them a sense of ownership and personal direction.
Beacon Pathway Course:
- College Preparatory Coursework
- Intensive English Language
- Grade Appropriate Math, Science & History
- Athletics & Arts Electives
- Highly Regarded Test Preparation
- Double occupancy rooms for boarders

- Students leave Pathway with one year’s worth of credits at a US high school and admission to the best-fit school for you.

English Summer Immersion Camp:
- Duration: 3-6 weeks
- Accommodation in a hotel within walking distance of campus
- 25 hours of ESL Instruction per week
- After class activities with American peers
Hills Learning
Courses / Programs
Hills Learning is a language school that provides high-quality Mandarin Chinese classes to adults, teens and children all year-round. This summer, we are teaming up with Chess Educators to provide a unique summer camp experience for boys and girls (ages 5-12) - combine Mandarin Chinese immersion instruction with an interactive Chess program. The program takes place at Léman Manhattan Prep School, in the Financial District of NYC (close to Wall Street).

Kids will participate in fun, engaging activities, and they start off the day with a morning wakeup physical activity. In the afternoon, they get engaged in playing Chess and learning fun and effective strategies. All students must sign up for 2 weeks minimum. They can also take the camp for 4 weeks and receive a discount.

Our Chinese language instruction is fun and effective. We follow a textbook designed specifically for children learning Chinese. All language skills are developed, from writing and reading, to speaking and listening. Through interactive games and activities, the students learn the basics of this incredible language.

The chess camp provides an interactive and hands-on approach for kids to learn chess. Chess camp activities include chess instruction and lessons, a chess lab which includes worksheets, problem solving, and more tactics. Kids will also participate in class tournament games with notation and clocks making the camp an exciting and rewarding experience.
- Summer program for elementary school kids (ages 5-12) that combines Mandarin Chinese classes with an interactive Chess program.

All students must sign up for 2 weeks minimum. They can also take the camp for 4 weeks and receive a discount.
Unity Stage Company
Courses / Programs
Unity Stage Company is conveniently located in the quaint neighborhood of Sunnyside, Queens, NYC, and serves the communities of Western Queens with its highly successful off-Broadway theater productions, childrens' theater and after-school performing arts summer programs in July and August. We also offer a year-round youth choral music program.

Founded in the fall of 2009, Unity Stage Company is a creative home for diverse theater artists and theater lovers of all ages to explore the values that shape our changing world, as expressed through writing and performance. Unity Stage Company is a non-profit organization.

In a short space of time, Unity Stage Company has developed an enviable track record by providing high-quality, engaging youth performing arts training as well as offering well-received and relevant theater productions to rival the best of off-Broadway.
Queens Multicultural Performing Arts Summer Camp For Kids:
- Summer Stock for City Kids: For aged 6-16 years (Kids are grouped separately by age).

Kids, tweens and teens sharpen their reading and writing skills with scene-acting and playwriting and experience a variety of cultures through Bollywood moves, Ballroom dance steps and both French and Spanish pop-singing.

Additionally: Year-round youth choral music program.
Oliver Hazard Perry Teen Summer Camp
Courses / Programs
Based in Newport, Rhode Island, the SSV Oliver Hazard Perry is America’s largest civilian sail training vessel. We offer educational sailing summer programs for teens ages 13-18 aboard the ship.

During our one-week voyages along the New England coastline, teens can stand “watch” and perform safety drills, explore the underwater world through snorkeling, visit shore-based institutes, and acquire skills in navigation, seamanship, leadership, sail handling, knot tying, splicing, and more.

Our Camp program lasts for six days/nights, includes all meals and seamanship/sailing instruction with a 1:4 staff to student ratio. In addition to witnessing the natural magic of the ocean and its inhabitants, each student crew will make friendships to last a lifetime.
1-week Sailing Summer Camp Programs:
- For students ages 13-18

Features include:
- Education at sea on a 200-foot ship

- Learn safety at sea & perform important safety drills

- Visit ports at Newport, Nantucket, Boston, Portsmouth & Greenport

- Apply acquired navigational skills to guide the ship's course on a voyage of discovery