Writing and journalism 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 job 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 and journalism topics.
Jul 08 - Aug 28, 2025
Each dynamic and exciting class of this popular workshop consists of both a grammar component and a writing component! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 28, 2025
Develop a different genre of creative work: ranging from short stories to personal essays, plays, and poems. Visit website |
Jul 04 - Aug 27, 2025
Each dynamic and exciting class of this popular workshop consists of both a grammar component and a writing component! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 28, 2025
Develop a different genre of creative work: ranging from short stories to personal essays, plays, and poems. Visit website |
Feb 03 - Jun 16, 2026
In this workshop, students will gain advanced training in the fundamentals of the English writing process. Visit website |
Sep 16, 2025 - Jun 23, 2026
By the end of the program, your child will have the talent to write fantastic essays and deliver strong speeches! Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 28, 2025
Each dynamic and exciting class of this popular workshop consists of both a grammar component and a writing component! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 21, 2025
Each dynamic and exciting class of this popular workshop consists of both a grammar component and a writing component! 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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Feb 04 - May 20, 2026
This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 25, 2025
Focus on building presentation strategies, effectively using vocal skills and non-verbal cues. Visit website |
Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 24, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Feb 05 - May 21, 2026
This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website |
Aug 11 - Aug 15, 2025
Academic preparation, water sports, and interactive outdoor education combined to prepare students for Grades 7 & 8. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website |
Sep 06, 2025 - Jun 21, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Jul 07, 2025 - Jun 28, 2026
Cultivate your communication and persuasion skills through exercises that enhance your written and verbal expression! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Unique, stimulating, and challenging program | Build skills to master writing | Weekly Mon-Fri | 9am to 4pm Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
The Debate camp is designed in an interactive way, focusing on developing case construction, refutation & counterpoint skills Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
Kids learn to write with effectiveness & confidence in all subject areas. Classes are delivered via Zoom & Google classroom. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
The Debate camp is designed in an interactive way, focusing on developing case construction, refutation & counterpoint skills Visit website |
Sep 17, 2025 - Jun 13, 2026
Building strong reading & writing foundations with tailored instruction and progress assessments. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2025
Campers will write, edit & publish their own books—receiving digital & printed copies of their story! Visit website |
Sep 02, 2025 - Jun 28, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Sep 16, 2025 - Jun 23, 2026
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Cultivate your communication and persuasion skills through exercises that enhance your written and verbal expression! Visit website |
Sep 10, 2025 - Jun 24, 2026
An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website |
Jul 07, 2025 - Jun 28, 2026
Cultivate your communication and persuasion skills through exercises that enhance your written and verbal expression! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 28, 2025
A language arts course that focuses on three core components: Vocabulary building, reading comprehension, critical writing Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2025
The kids work in groups to create a talk show or documentary on a topic of interest to them. Visit website |
Sep 06, 2025 - Jun 27, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Sep 16, 2025 - Jun 23, 2026
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Sep 11, 2025 - Jun 25, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Unique, stimulating, and challenging program | Build skills to master writing | Weekly Mon-Fri | 9am - 12pm or 1pm - 4:00pm. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
Academic preparation, water sports, and interactive outdoor education combined to prepare students for Grades 7 & 8. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 28, 2025
Prepare yourself for upcoming entrance exams and applications to gifted junior-high and high-school programs! Visit website |
Aug 04 - Aug 26, 2025
Students will read, discuss, debate, and analyze an entertaining and intellectually challenging novel together Visit website |
Aug 25 - Aug 29, 2025
Where little ones embrace courage, kindness, and curiosity—building a foundation for a powerful mindset! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 25, 2025
Focus on building presentation strategies, effectively using vocal skills and non-verbal cues. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
The lessons are led by teachers, are interactive and aligned with the common core standards of the Ontario School Curriculum. Visit website |
Sep 06, 2025 - Jun 27, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
Academic preparation, water sports, leadership activities, and outdoor education combined to prepare students for Grade 9. Visit website |
Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 28, 2025
Ease kindergarten worries: Our tailored Head Start Program helps transition smoothly! Visit website |
Sep 10, 2025 - Jun 24, 2026
Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing & oral skills build. Classes are weekly for 90 mins. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2025
A creative, fun-filled week helping kids grow their story-writing skills and confidence performing for others! Visit website |
Sep 10, 2025 - Jun 24, 2026
Our program runs during the school year from September to June with classes held once a week for 90 minutes. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Unique, stimulating, and challenging program | Build skills to master writing | Weekly Mon-Fri | 930am - 12pm or 1pm - 330pm. Visit website |
Sep 06, 2025 - Jun 28, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 25, 2025
This course is designed to boost your child's self-esteem and confidence. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
Kids learn to write with effectiveness and confidence in all subject areas. Classes are delivered via Zoom & Google Classroom Visit website |
Sep 16, 2025 - Jun 23, 2026
Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 28, 2025
A focus on three core components: vocabulary building. reading comprehension and analysis, critical writing Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 15, 2025
Refresh their literacy and numeracy skills. Visit website |
Jul 07, 2025 - Jun 28, 2026
Cultivate your communication and persuasion skills through exercises that enhance your written and verbal expression! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Sep 10, 2025 - Jun 24, 2026
Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing skills can be built. Classes held weekly for 90 mins. Visit website |
Jul 08, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026
Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Unique, stimulating, and challenging program | Build skills to master writing | Weekly Mon-Fri | 9am - 12pm or 1pm - 4:00pm. Visit website |
Jul 08 - Aug 21, 2025
This course is designed to give students the fundamental skills required for success in the Grade 9 English Curriculum. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
Explore business basics, refine ideas, create a plan, and learn how to turn their talents into a successful venture Visit website |
Aug 11 - Aug 15, 2025
Academic preparation, water sports, leadership activities, and outdoor education combined to prepare students for Grade 9. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 22, 2025
Students will endeavour through various academic subjects and partake in sports activities and cooperative games. Visit website |
Jul 02 - Aug 22, 2025
Students will endeavour through various academic subjects and partake in sports activities and cooperative games. Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 08, 2025
Campers will learn the fundamentals of theatre production and explore various roles in the process. Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 29, 2025
La Citadelle offers engaging Grade 9-12 summer credit courses to help students earn credits and excel academically! Visit website |
Jul 01 - Aug 22, 2025
Enjoy daily sports, games, crafts, reach ahead language & math skills, field trips, nature walks, water days and endless fun! Visit website |
Aug 03 - Aug 15, 2025
An intensive, 2-week experience in Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, Film, Choreography and Writing with professional instruction. Visit website |
Aug 03 - Aug 15, 2025
An intensive, 2-week experience in Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, Film, Choreography and Writing with professional instruction. Visit website |
Aug 03 - Aug 15, 2025
A two week immersive arts program providing professional direction and focus to help teens realize their inner artist. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
With exceptionally experienced educators and professional equipment, Explorations offers high-level learning. Also very fun! Visit website |
Jul 14 - Aug 08, 2025
Hiking, play, shelter-building, storytelling and art! This active outdoor program offers space to be creative. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 15, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 15, 2025
Develop leadership skills, assist younger campers, and gain valuable experience in our new counsellor-in-training program. Visit website |
Mar 31, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Anti-bullying & Prevention, Courage Tips, Stranger Danger, Being Lost & What to do & Emotional Regulation Lessons! Visit website |
Jun 23 - Aug 22, 2025
Laurus Summer Camp has been the leading academic camp that provides a fun and safe environment to children aged 3-15. Visit website |
Jul 03 - Aug 17, 2025
Where Learning Meets Adventure: Academic Camp, Bristol – Unleash Your Potential! Visit website |
Jul 21 - Aug 15, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
The UC Reach to Achieve program is designed to help kids continue their education and prepare for the upcoming school year! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Combines the best of camp with the best of the arts, a full recreation schedule, and a core of incredible arts programming! Visit website |
Jan 02 - Dec 31, 2025
For caregivers and their children aged 0-6 years of age. Play and socialize in a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment. Visit website |
Aug 25 - Aug 29, 2025
Students will learn effective organization, test preparation, & technology skills, boosting their readiness for high school. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 08, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Aug 11 - Aug 15, 2025
Our teen beach adventure camp is designed for girls to hangout, make friends, and be inspired by a healthy environment! Visit website |
Aug 05 - Aug 08, 2025
Discover your inner superhero through teamwork, art, brain-boost lessons, and an epic obstacle course to save the world! Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
Appleby Summer Camps has something for everyone, with more than 50 programs and over 220 weekly sessions! Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
Preschoolers learn foundation Math and English, learn to read, and delight in fun themed and outdoor activities. Visit website |
Campers learn Math, English, STEM, Investing, Debate, and enjoy hands-on workshops, related activities, and outdoors. Visit website |
Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
"Immerse yourself in creativity, music, and art at a festival like no other! Experience, create, and celebrate with us!" Visit website |
Aug 25 - Aug 29, 2025
Our Inner Beauty Spa Camp is designed to inspire self-love and relaxation and enhance a girl’s mind, body & soul! Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 22, 2025
Unlock confidence and curiosity, no acting experience necessary. We're building social-emotional skills for long-term gain! Visit website |
Jul 21 - Aug 22, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jul 21 - Aug 08, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jun 29 - Aug 31, 2025
L&E Teen Travel gives young people the life skills for future journeys. The focus is to prepare them for future travel! Visit website |
Jun 01 - Aug 31, 2025
The Youth Leadership Program is Ross Creek's free CiT program, where committed participants learn hands-on leadership skills Visit website |
Jun 23 - Aug 22, 2025
Laurus Summer Camp has been the leading academic camp that provides a fun and safe environment to children aged 3-15. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
Students receive comprehensive prep for Middle or Upper Level SSAT/ISEE for exams in Fall/Winter 2025. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
Join our summer camp fun with engineering, science, language, and art! Hands-on projects and exciting challenges await! Visit website |
Jun 29 - Aug 10, 2025
Choice of English, maths, sciences, social studies, economics & arts. Or choose a career Pathway. Visit website |
Campers learn Math, English, STEM, Investing, Debate, and enjoy hands-on workshops, related activities, and outdoors. Visit website |
Jul 23 - Aug 20, 2025
This is an empowering camp for grade 8 students focused on preparing them for the transition to high school! Visit website |
Jun 23 - Aug 22, 2025
Laurus Summer Camp has been the leading academic camp that provides a fun and safe environment to children aged 3-15. Visit website |
Kinder campers learn Math, English, Reading, Coding, and enjoy workshops, themed activities, and outdoor sports and play. Visit website |
Jun 15 - Aug 20, 2025
Spend summer immersed in wilderness adventures, canoeing iconic Algonquin waters, building friendships, and growing for life. Visit website |
Aug 11 - Aug 15, 2025
Campers explore marine biology, ocean conservation, & aquatic life through fun activities, experiments, & a marine mission! Visit website |
Campers learn Math, English, STEM, Investing, Debate, and enjoy hands-on workshops, related activities, and outdoors. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
Join us at RMS Camps for a week of creativity, adventure, and fun! Explore arts, compete, connect with new friends, and more! Visit website |
Aug 03 - Aug 15, 2025
A two week immersive arts program providing professional direction and focus to help teens realize their inner artist. Visit website |
Jun 29 - Aug 17, 2025
Your camper deserves a summer of fun, friends and success! Learn how a summer at Camp Kodiak can change their life. Visit website |
Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
Intensive literacy curriculum (Fundations Ready to Rise), including word study, handwriting and spelling, and application. Visit website |
Jun 23 - Aug 22, 2025
Laurus Summer Camp has been the leading academic camp that provides a fun and safe environment to children aged 3-15. Visit website |
Jun 23 - Aug 22, 2025
Laurus Summer Camp has been the leading academic camp that provides a fun and safe environment to children aged 3-15. Visit website |
Jul 21 - Aug 15, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jul 14 - Aug 22, 2025
Several different fun and engaging on-campus programs offered each week for students in grades 6-10. Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
We have a different theme each week which includes; Arts & Crafts, Indoor/Outdoor Sports & Games, and Cooking Visit website |
Jun 30 - Aug 29, 2025
Our unique program includes STEM, drama, music, nature walks and many adventures! Visit website |
There’s no denying it: writing is an essential skill in life. This is reflected in the list of writing camps, which is 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 the 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
Non-fiction writing camps: Focus on technical writing, copywriting, editing, copy-editing, grant writing, proposal writing, online writing, advertising copy, scholarly writing, and more.
Journalism camps: Focus on reporting, researching, editing, copy-editing, proofreading, fact-checking, writing headlines, 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 and journalism 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 and journalism camp:
Depending on the level and focus of the camp, your child may also learn some other important skills.
As mentioned, writing and journalism 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 and journalism camps. They include:
Most writing camps have an eye to 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 and journalism 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 and journalism camps are there?
There are 8 programs specializing in Journalism, Writing. In addition, there are 114 programs offering journalism, 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 and journalism camps ?
Fees for Writing and journalism camps range from $457 to $2,041 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Writing and journalism camps start at?
There are programs available for children aged 10 through 18.
Where can parents meet with Writing and journalism 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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