If you’re not planning on travelling at the end of the year, keep your children entertained with Singapore holiday camps, from coding and trampoline classes to physical adventures! Check out our list of upcoming winter holiday activities from October to January that are full of fun new themes and programmes. There are plenty of choices for older kids, too, this year-end holiday 2023-2024.
A Cool Newtonshow Science Camp
Focus: Experiments, engineering and all things science
Ages: 3 to 14 years
Duration: 20 November 2023 -–12 January 2024
Location: East, West, Novena and Central of Singapore
Cost: From $685 for 5 days, including all materials, two snacks, lunch, t-shirt ad limited edition cap; an optional bus for early drop-off is available
Registration here
Newtonshow is offering three science programs this holiday. The first cool camp involves a deep dive into life in the South Pole! Kids will make fizzy snowmen and salty snowflakes as part of the Arctic Science programme. There’ll be plenty of icy experiments throughout the camp and the chance to study snowflakes under a microscope and make a snowball launching machine.
The Harry Potter programme is an all-time favourite and has been given a magical Christmas twist. Campers will turn into alchemists as they make Christmas charms, snow globes and a Hedwig tote bag. Plus, they can learn about astronomy, volcanoes and everything from wizarding goo to potions!
Meanwhile, at the Superhero science camp, for five days kids can find out what makes a hero – scientifically, of course! They’ll look into polymers, superfoods, aerodynamics and solar energy, and even make some Spider-Man slime!
Winter holiday Multi-Activity Camp
Focus: Multi-activity including science, robotics and cooking
Ages: 5 to 14 years
Duration: 9am to 4pm, 20 November 2023 to 12 January 2024
Location: East, West, Novena and Central of Singapore
Cost: From $685 for 5 days, including all materials, two snacks, lunch, t-shirt ad limited edition cap; an optional bus for early drop-off is available
Registration here
Are you hoping to nurture your child’s intellectual skills? This multi-activity camp focuses on improving kids’ knowledge, skills and curiosity about the world. Campers can embrace several activities at once, so it’s also great for parents who are torn between specialised camps.
Expect your child to dive into science experiments under the guidance of experienced professors in a real lab, and build, test and control their own robots. They will also uncover the scientific methods that are used in real forensic science to solve a mystery, try some creative hands-on activities and take part in a cooking class!
NullSpace Robotics winter camps for coding and gaming
Organiser: NullSpace Robotics
Focus: Robotics, coding and gaming
Ages: 5 to 16
Duration: October to December 2023
Location: Rochester Mall | Kallang Wave Mall | Chai Chee
Cost: From $125
Registration: here
Spend the holidays programming robots, developing games and problem solving with code. At these winter camps by NullSpace Robotics, campers will build their creativity and skills through hands-on learning. On offer are a wide variety of focuses, including age-appropriate engineering camps exploring LEGO robotics, 3D Pen and Scratch Game Creation. There are also coding workshops, game developer camps, 3D print design, robotics and more programming specific options. Each class size has one instructor per four students to ensure everyone receives personalised attention. The instructors are highly experienced and have robotics competition backgrounds. You can book classes year round and find out more at the NullSpace Robotics open houses in October.
Use the code “EXPATLIVING50” to get $50 off your first 10-hour course package (from $450). Plus, enjoy a discount for course package purchases until 19 November 2023 – and get in quick, as the discount reduces by 1% every week!
Winter holiday camps for language learners
Organiser: British Council
Focus: Learn about the world beyond English skills
Ages: 4 to 16 (each camp has a specific age range)
Duration: 20 November 2023 to 23 February 2024, 9am to 1pm
Locations: Napier Road Centre | Toa Payoh Centre
Cost: from $445.75 to $742.90 per week (including 8% GST until 31 December 2023, from 1 January 2024 GST will be at 9%), $30.30 for two camp shirts
Registration: here
Does your child want to improve their English? This camp aimed at Early Years, Primary and Secondary students offers a unique and fun language learning experience. Each week is a complete standalone camp based around a different topic and filled with games, problem solving and hands-on activities. Learning outside the usual textbook structure will spark campers passion for learning about the world beyond English skills. Plus, the international teachers are all highly qualified, experienced and provide individual attention to every camper. By increasing their knowledge and awareness of the world, you’ll see their vocabulary and enjoyment of language learning grow.
Tomato Cooking Camp with a Christmas twist
Focus: Learning to cook French recipes
Ages: 5 to 14 years
Duration: 9am to 12pm or 1pm to 4pm, 20 November 2023 to 12 January 2024
Location: East, West, Novena and Central of Singapore
Cost: From $400 for 5 days, including all materials, two snacks, lunch, t-shirt ad limited edition cap; an optional bus for early drop-off is available
Registration here
This year, these traditional Christmas cooking classes are under the exciting theme of “French Holidays”. Each day, campers can experience life as a real chef while they explore new cuisines and prepare traditional Christmas dishes. It’s a great camp for young kids and teenagers – and it could even mark their first step towards a future career!
Each participant gets a cooking station with the necessary ingredients and professional utensils. This means they can cook independently while under the guidance of supportive and experienced chefs. All young chefs will also get to take home their delicious creations, so families can have a chance to taste what they’ve been cooking up!
Holiday activities aplenty at Camp Asia!
Organiser: Camp Asia
Focus: Art, sports, STEM, cooking and adventure
Ages: 3 to 16
Duration: 4 December 2023 to 5 January 2024, 9am to 3pm
Location: City Sprouts, 102 Henderson Rd | Stamford American International School Singapore, 1 Woodleigh Lane
Cost: from $605
Registration: here
Ban boredom during the winter holidays and have a look at this array of over 15 holiday camps instead! There’s something for every child’s interest and plenty of new programmes to check out. These include the three-day Multi-Xperience camp with a bit of everything from art and cooking to adventure, sports and STEM. If your child is a keen climber, try the parkour and super gymnastic camp in Stamford’s new arena. For kids who love cooking up a storm, there’s the Super Chef camp with Chef Tim Ong’s fresh themed recipes that change every week. There are also loads of excursions to farms, parks and different parts of Singapore. Throughout the camp, meals and snacks are included, alongside a free camp shirt. You can also add on a bus service for an additional $120.
Use the code “EL50” to get $50 off all camps. Plus, discover special hotel and accomodation discounts with Camp Asia Perks.
Wolf Camp’s outdoor holiday activities
Organiser: Wolf Camp
Focus: Outdoor activities, multi-sports, art and crafts
Ages: 4 to 12
Duration: October to January, Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm
Locations: East Coast Park | Parkland Green
Cost: $450 for five days or $120 per day
Registration: here
Here’s a chance for your child to learn valuable skills while adapting to the outdoors and developing an appreciation for the natural world. Each day is filled with group games, challenges, obstacles and chances to take on leadership roles and make friendships along the way. Additionally, campers will build their self-reliance and independence as they acquire practical outdoor skills. Arts and crafts are also dotted throughout the programme. When you book a full week, your child will also get a complimentary Wolf Camp T-Shirt printed with their name. If you have a birthday coming up, have a look at the birthday camp activities!
Heroes for the holidays!
Organiser: Camp GungHo
Focus: Multi-Activity
Ages: 5 to 12
Duration: 20 November to 20 December, 9am to 4pm
Locations: Sentosa (drop-off and collection at VivoCity and Sentosa)
Cost: five days, $650 | three days, $430
Registration: here
This action-packed camp is inspired by Super Mario, Pikachu and the Super Smash Bros, Dory, Marlin and Nemo, the Justice League, Hiccup and Toothless, and of course Santa! Designed by former IB international school leaders, the multi-camp includes a whole bunch of activities including crafting your own cosplay and excursions to Mini-Golf, Skyline Luge, zip lining and bungee trampolining! All of these fun experiences led by outdoor education specialists enhance kids’ socio-emotional growth, stretching them to take risks trying new activities. Campers will also all receive two Camp GungHo shirts and a personalised participation certificate. Don’t miss out on the first week of holiday activities where you can take photos with Justice League heroes!
Expat Living Readers can use discount code “EXPAT390” for three-day camp fees at $390 and “EXPAT590” for five-day camp fees at $590. Registrations must be made before 13 November 2023 and group discounts are available for booking three or more campers. (WhatsApp 9860 0822 for information.)
Jump into this Singapore holiday camp
Organiser: BOUNCE
Focus: Learn beginner trampolining tricks and games
Ages: 3 and above
Duration: November 2023 to January 2024, 3-hour sessions across three days
Locations: BOUNCE Singapore
Cost: $320 for three days
Registration: here
If your child is bouncing off the walls at home during the holidays a top solution is to send them to Tramp Camp! For three days they can bounce to their heart’s content while learning plenty of trampoline tricks. The new holiday activities blend fun and freestyling with developing coordination and boosting campers confidence. The kids will be fully supervised whilst they explore BOUNCE’s facilities, play dodgeball, launch themselves into giant airbags and unleash their free spirits. Water and light snacks will be provided, along with goodie bags, Bounce grip socks and an exclusive BOUNCE T-shirt.
Musical theatre Halloween camp
Organiser: Sing’theatre
Focus: Singing, dancing and acting
Ages: 3 to 18 (split into different age groups)
Duration: 23 to 27 October, 2 to 3 hours a day for five days
Locations: Sing’theatre Studio, 21 Tan Quee Lan Street, Heritage Place
Cost: $325 to $405 for five days
Registration: here
This Halloween, Sing’theatre is redefining trick or treat! Designed for budding theatre stars, campers will learn new tricks in singing, dancing and acting. As for the treats, they can expect lots of games and fun making sets. Across five days, the experienced staff will help your child develop confidence as they groove, craft and let their imaginations soar. At the end of the 2023 holiday camp, parents and guardians can watch the campers shine during a showcase set in a haunted house (Blackbox Theatre). Whether your child is a seasoned performer or new to the stage, a love for creativity and fun is all that’s needed!
Little Artists Artrageous Winter Holiday Camp
Focus: Fine art, sculpture, craft and digital art
Ages: 4 to 17 years
Duration: 20 Nov 2023 to 12 Jan 2024, Monday to Thursday, 10am to 5pm or 10am to 2pm
Cost: From $300 to $850 for normal camps, additional $25 for fully personalised programme; $345 to $685 for the Portfolio Workshop Camp (includes all materials)
Location: #02-18 Siglap Centre, 55 Siglap Road
Registration: here
Let your child unlock their inner artist as they give several creative styles a try through Artrageous camps. Young artists will also dip into the theoretical, practical, creative, and fun world of fine art as they try their hand at sculpting, painting and sketching.
In addition to camps, there is a large selection of specialist programs are also available from Manga to fashion design, cartoon illustrations and more. There are also opportunities to build art portfolio’s, particularly for students considering their university and college applications.
The camps are facilitated by passionate art educators from across the globe with Fine Arts or Design degrees. Expect your child to come home with plenty of projects, a certificate and goodie bag. They also enjoy a discount when joining regular programmes at Little Artists.
Looking for more fun things to do in during the winter holiday 2023-2024? Read more about kids’ activities in Singapore, including things to do and the latest from all the schools.