Writing camps are a great option for many kids. They allow your child to develop and improve pivotal skills and acquire knowledge that can be used at home, at schools, and in the working world. They also provide a fun and stimulating creative outlet for budding young writers. Read more
The camps and kids' programs directly below specialize in writing topics.
Grades 7-8 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
By the end of the program, your child will have the talent to write fantastic essays and deliver strong speeches! Visit website |
Virtual Tutoring: Reading, Writing, Language Arts
Jul 03 - Dec 31, 2026
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Online on-demand tutoring for every subject including: reading, writing, phonics, lanugaes, English, French, Spanish, ESL ... Visit website |
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Camps and kids' programs from here below offer writing activities as part of a more varied collection of activities.
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Virtual Foundations 2 - English Language Arts
Sep 16, 2026 - Jun 23, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
![Power of Words Academy, English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]](https://res.cloudinary.com/ourkids/image/upload/c_fill,g_faces,f_auto,q_auto,w_275/v1692159932/camp/session/22748_session.jpg)
English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]
Sep 29 - Nov 17, 2026
Familiarize your child with all aspects of the SSAT and ISEE exams with a focus on the verbal, reading, and essay components Visit website |
Academic Support- Language
Sep 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2026
Engaging language program that builds reading, writing, and communication skills with confidence and academic success. Visit website |
Pre-K Headstart Learning Program
Sep 22, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026
Ease kindergarten worries: Our tailored Head Start Program helps transition smoothly! Visit website |
Grade 5-6 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Online Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
SAT Prep Program
Sep 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2026
Comprehensive SAT prep with strategies, practice tests, and personalized coaching to boost confidence and maximize scores. Visit website |
Entrepreneurship Course
Oct 22, 2026 - Feb 04, 2027
The course comprises of three units: Business Letters, Report Writing and Presentation Tools and Skills! Visit website |
Grove Prep for Grade 9
Aug 31 - Sep 04, 2026
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Academic preparation, water sports, leadership activities, and outdoor education combined to prepare students for Grade 9. Visit website |
Grade 5-6 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Our program runs during the school year from September to June with classes held once a week for 90 minutes. Visit website |
Grade 7-8 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website |
Entrepreneurship Course
Oct 21, 2026 - Feb 03, 2027
The course comprises of three units: Business Letters, Report Writing and Presentation Tools and Skills! Visit website |
Grade 3 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing & oral skills build. Classes are weekly for 90 mins. Visit website |
Grade 3 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Online Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Senior 3 - English Language Arts
Sep 17, 2026 - Jun 24, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Foundations 1 - English Language Arts
Sep 12, 2026 - Jun 27, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Grades 7/8 - Preparation for High School English Course
Jul 06, 2026 - May 27, 2027
This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website |
Virtual Foundations 1 - English Language Arts
Sep 15, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
![Power of Words Academy, English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]](https://res.cloudinary.com/ourkids/image/upload/c_fill,g_faces,f_auto,q_auto,w_275/v1649126920/camp/session/18381_session.jpg)
English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]
Sep 24 - Nov 12, 2026
This course will familiarize your child with all aspects of the SSAT and ISEE exams. Visit website |
Grade 4 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing skills can be built. Classes held weekly for 90 mins. Visit website |
Grade 2 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing & oral skills build. Classes are weekly for 90 mins. Visit website |
Grades 7/8 - Preparation for High School English Course
Feb 10 - May 26, 2027
This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website |
Foundations 2 - English Language Arts
Sep 12, 2026 - Jun 27, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Foundations - Math & Problem Solving
Sep 17, 2026 - Jul 01, 2027
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
Challenging problems, quizzes on learned material, fun activities and games of logic! Visit website |
Grade 4 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Online Program
Sep 09, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Grade 1 Enrichment Reading Comprehension, Phonics and Early Writing
Sep 30, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027
Building strong reading & writing foundations with tailored instruction and progress assessments. Visit website |
French Tutoring
May 07 - Dec 31, 2026
Broaden opportunities for your kids with our dynamic En Français French language tutoring program. Visit website |
Kindergarten to Grade 12 Tutoring
May 07 - Dec 31, 2026
Catch up, keep up, or get ahead this summer with personalized tutoring that builds confidence and ensures success. Visit website |
AI Workshops For Groups
Jul 03, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027
Book an AI workshop for your group of up to 100 people with data science expert. Visit website |
Spring and Winter Break Camps
Mar 16, 2026 - Jan 08, 2027
Our unique programming will allow for adventure, development and excitement! Visit website |
STEAM – Focused AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Sep 24, 2026 - Jul 01, 2027
Hive5 after-school program emphasizes improving 5 different IQ & EQ skills based on STEAM knowledge. Visit website |
Online Tutoring
Jul 03 - Dec 31, 2026
Meet them at the Camp Expo - Feb 21
High-quality K–12 online tutoring with vetted tutors, flexible booking, and support for every learning goal. Visit website |
Bonus Week: Artistic Adventures
Aug 31 - Sep 03, 2026
Create, perform, & imagine; where young artists paint, act, write & sculpt while building confidence, focus,& creativity. Visit website |
March Break Intensive Camps-Reading Week
Mar 08 - Mar 19, 2027
Structured March Break learning with academic focus, small groups, and balanced enrichment in a private school setting. Visit website |
P.A. Day Academic Enrichment Camp
Sep 02, 2026 - Jun 04, 2027
Structured P.A. Day learning with academic focus, small groups, and balanced enrichment in a private school environment. Visit website |
Intro to AI Fundamentals
Aug 21 - Nov 28, 2026
Live virtual AI workshops for families. Real tools, real projects, and real-world learning with a data scientist. Visit website |
There’s no denying it: writing is an essential skill in life. This is reflected in the list of writing camps, ballooning across the country. Below, find writing camps close to where you live.
For those interested in writing and the language arts, there are alternatives to summer camp. Writing programs are offered in the winter, fall, and spring. This includes after-school and weekend classes, some of which take place throughout the year. Use our site to find the right option for you.
Writing is one among a rapidly growing list of arts and education camps. Some other camps your child might be interested in include the following:
Visual arts camps: Focus on the fine arts, such as drawing, painting, sculpting, and fashion.
Debate and public speaking camps: Your child will learn the basics of debate and public speaking, such as presentation, organization, reasoning, clarity, articulation, evaluation, and analysis.
Animation camps: Offer curriculum and teaching in specialized animation programs, software, techniques, and related areas.
Graphic design camps and programs: Teach kids the basics of real-world design and presentation including design for logos, flyers, and more.
Cartooning camps: Offer instruction in drawing fundamentals, character design, and visual storytelling, among other things.
Video game design camps: Kids learn different types of design and function, creation of 3-D characters, lighting, sound effects, and programming with state-of-the-art tools and technology.
There are several types of writing camps, each of which offers unique curricula and programming. You should select one that suits your child's learning goals, interests, and needs. Keep in mind that some camps focus on several different types of writing and related pursuits.
Creative writing camps: Focus on skills and concepts such as freestyle writing, imaginative writing, brainstorming, character development, metaphors, similes, and symbolism. You can also use our site to find creative writing classes.
Non-fiction writing camps: Focus on technical writing, copywriting, editing, copy-editing, grant writing, proposal writing, online writing, advertising copy, scholarly writing, and more.
Poetry camps: Focus on different types of poetry and prose, verse, alliteration, rhyme, rhythm, meter, stanzas, irony, and more.
Language arts camps: Focus on language, literature, grammar, punctuation, reading, writing, poetry, non-fiction, and more.
Literature camps: Focus on reading, writing, classic novels, textual interpretation, literature genres, literary devices, allegories, and more.
Writing camps enable kids to acquire critical knowledge and skills. These skills can be useful during childhood, the teen years, and throughout one’s life. They can also open up interesting career possibilities.
Here are some skills and kinds of knowledge your child may acquire at a writing camp:
Depending on the level and focus of the camp, your child may also learn some other important skills.
As mentioned, writing camps help kids acquire pivotal knowledge and skills. This can motivate your child, stir their creative juices, and shape their educational, personal, and vocational development.
Beyond these, there are numerous other potential perks of writing camps. They include:
Most writing camps have an eye on the present and future. They provide kids with flexible learning options to pursue current interests. But they also often give them the flexibility to pursue various educational pathways.
Many writing camps also pave the way for potential jobs and careers, sometimes long-lasting ones. Here is a list of some of the jobs and careers people with writing skills pursue (source: Tradeschools.net - jobs for writers):
What’s the best way to choose the right writing camp for your child? Start with your child—their aims, goals, age, experience, interests, etc.
Then, you should look closely at the camps themselves. Talk to directors and staff, and visit camps whenever possible. Learn as much as you can about each camp to gauge whether it’s a good fit for your child.
Here are some key questions to ask:
It can be helpful to dig even deeper. For instance, if it’s a camp focusing on creative writing, ask some of the following questions:
For further guidance on choosing the right camp for your child, check out the following resources:
Camp might seem like an easy decision, but it’s not. It’s best to get a sense of the landscape before you make your decision. A great place to start is the Our Kids camp expo, held each winter in Toronto. You’ll find many camps there, including writing camps, and you can speak with directors, staff, and campers. We also offer valuable information sessions at the expo.
Finally, to learn more about writing, we recommend consulting the following sources:
English Club: What is Writing?
Grammarly: 30 Writing Tips
Smashing Magazine: 50 Resources That Will Improve Your Writing Skills
How many Writing camps are there?
There are 2 programs specializing in Writing. In addition, there are 35 programs offering writing as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.
What are the fees to attend Writing camps ?
Fees for Writing camps range from $50 to $2,100 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Writing camps start at?
There are programs available for children aged 6 through 18.
Where can parents meet with Writing camps ?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.
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