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Students at Zurich International School smiling and playing outdoors, representing the school’s international learning community and engaging, student-centered environment.

Vacation Programs

Give your children new opportunities and broaden their horizons outside the school year by joining a ZIS vacation or weekend program.

We also welcome external (non ZIS enrolled) students to join our programs. For more information, please contact ls_atac@zis.ch

ZIS Vacation Program 2025/26

Summer Vacation Camps - Registration Open:

What is on offer: The full program details are available below
When can I register:  You can register now.
What are the dates of the Summer Program:

  • Week 1: June 22-26 
  • Week 2: June 29-July 3
  • Week 3: July 6-10
  • Week 4: August 3-7

How much do the Summer Camps cost:

  • Full week programs are CHF 550
  • Half day programs are CHF 275

How do I Register for the Summer Program:

  1. Browse the camps and choose your preferred program

  2. Click the Register button below

  3. You will be redirected to our Summer Camps platform (ClubsBuddy)

  4. Create your account

  5. Enter your family and children’s details

  6. Complete your registration

Register Here

 

Summer Vacation Program

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Search by Grade (for 2026/27 School Year)

  • Week 4 | August 3-7
STEM Coding and Unplugged Building

Students will start coding using the App Scratch Jr., balanced with hands-on activities and Gravitrax.

  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
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  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Cooking Around the World/ (full days)

Pack your bags — we’re cooking our way around the world! In this fun, hands-on camp, young chefs will explore recipes from different countries while learning basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and teamwork. 

  • Grade 3
  • Grade 4
  • Grade 5
Read More about Cooking Around the World/ (full days)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Ready for Next Year! (mornings)

Get a head start on the new school year! In this half-day camp, students will boost their learning skills, get organized, and build confidence through fun, interactive activities. Gain strategies for managing social situations and group work

  • Grade 6
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8
Read More about Ready for Next Year! (mornings)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Soccer Camp (mornings)

Get ready to run, pass, shoot, and score! Our Soccer Camp is packed with high-energy games, skill-building challenges, and friendly team competitions designed especially for students in Grades 3–5.

  • Grade 3
  • Grade 4
  • Grade 5
Read More about Soccer Camp (mornings)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Arts, Crafts and Music (afternoons)

At this camp, students can explore their creativity through a variety of activities, including art, small handicrafts, and music-making! 

  • Grade 3
  • Grade 4
  • Grade 5
Read More about Arts, Crafts and Music (afternoons)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Arts, Crafts and Music (mornings)

At this camp, students can explore their creativity through a variety of activities, including art, small handicrafts, and music-making! 

  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
  • Kindergarten 1
  • Kindergarten 2
Read More about Arts, Crafts and Music (mornings)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Multi Activity Camp (mornings, afternoons or full day)

Activities for students from Preschool to Grade 2. Lots of fun and games for all the children. Our experienced activity leaders have something for everyone - arts and crafts, music, dancing, sports, baking and much more!

Register for mornings, afternoons of full day.

  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
  • Kindergarten 1
  • Kindergarten 2
  • Preschool 1
  • Preschool 2
Read More about Multi Activity Camp (mornings, afternoons or full day)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Multi Sports and Games (afternoons) Grades 6-8

A high-energy mix of classic sports and tag-based games where the children don't just play — they shape the experience. From football and basketball to chain tag, freeze tag, and capture the flag, every session brings something different.

  • Grade 6
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8
Read More about Multi Sports and Games (afternoons) Grades 6-8
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Waldwoche - Forest Camp (full day)

Join us for an exciting adventure where we explore the forest and learn German simultaneously. Together, we'll spend time singing, creating, and connecting in the peaceful surroundings of our local forest. 

  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
  • Kindergarten 1
  • Kindergarten 2
Read More about Waldwoche - Forest Camp (full day)
  • Week 4 | August 3-7
Let's Get Writing! (mornings)

Sharpen your research and writing skills at our personalized academic camp!  You will have the time, space, and help to get your writing flowing. Choose between Creative or Academic Writing, including the Extended Essay.

  • Grade 6
  • Grade 7
  • Grade 8
  • Grade 9
  • Grade 10
  • Grade 11
  • Grade 12
Read More about Let's Get Writing! (mornings)

How to Register for the Summer Program

  1. Browse the camps and choose your preferred program

  2. Click the Register button below

  3. You will be redirected to our Summer Camps platform (ClubsBuddy)

  4. Create your account

  5. Enter your family and children’s details

  6. Complete your registration

Register Here

 

Private Camps (ZIS Partners)

ZIS Lions Mini Basketball League

ZIS Studnets participating the in ZIS Lions Mini Basketball league

The ZIS Lions Basketball Mini Leagues let students build basketball skills and understanding of the game while competing. The mini leagues games and practices are open to all students in Grades 4-10.

Saturday STEM Workshops

ZIS Kids in the Design Lab soldering a circuit board

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - a series of Saturday (and Sunday) morning workshops offered throughout the year to ZIS students and prospective families.