Whether you’re interested in joining us for the Language Summer Camp hosted in partnership with the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies or an Enrichment or Sports Camp, your children will enjoy a unique, adventure-filled summer and a look into what is possible with an ISI education!
Basic Info:
Locations: New Chen Family Lower School Facility, International School of Indiana, 4330 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Phone: (317) 923-1910
Website: isind.org
Email: [email protected]
Gender of Campers: All
Dates: June 16 through July 21
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with child care offered until 6:00 p.m.
Ages: Incoming pre-school through grade 6
Activities: Amazing Athletes Camp, Enrichment Camps (arts, chess, etc.), and Language Summer Camp offered in partnership with Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies
Q&A with International School of Indiana & Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies:
What makes Language Summer Camp unique?
The ISI Language Summer Camp, offered to incoming Kindergarten through Grade 6 students, is a partnership between the International School of Indiana and the Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies. The camp is designed for students at beginner and intermediate levels of French, Mandarin, Spanish, and Portuguese to ensure everyone has a great experience. Lesson content is unique each week and does not repeat, so students are able to stick with one language all summer or sign up for multiple languages.
Students also have opportunities to switch camps weekly, to try out different languages, or to take a break from language learning with our Enrichment camps. ISI Summer Camps offer before and after care, running from 7 am to 6 pm daily.



What activities are offered at Language Summer Camp?
The ISI Language Summer Camp blends a variety of instructional and recreational activities to engage children of all ages. Arabic, French, Mandarin, and Spanish camp days include at least two daily lessons on keywords and phrases, dialogue practice, and exposure to traditional music, folklore, and literary stories. Rotating camp themes and hands-on activities include family, food, dance, music, movies, books, history, fashion, jobs, sports, hobbies, holidays, environment, geography, general lifestyle, and more.
ISI Summer Camp is also offering Amazing Athletes Sports Camp and Enrichment Camp, including:
-Different weekly sports offerings in our Amazing Athletes Camp, including Olympic Sports, Sports and STEAM, Net Sports, Stick Sports, Field Sports, and Recess/Team Building Sports.
-Incredible Giants Pottery
-Brick Builders Camp
-Creative Writing and Drawing with Professor Watermelon and & Mister Smart
-Checkmate Chess
-Chess Strategy
-French Baking
-Junior Scientist
Visit our website for full camp descriptions!
What is the camper-to-counselor ratio?
Camper-to-counselor ratio ranges from 7:1 to 15:1, depending on activity.
How much time do the campers spend outside?
Camp is held on the International School of Indiana’s 60-acre campus located in Indianapolis on Michigan Road. Though schedules differ based on age and activity, campers will have access to nature trails, an outdoor track, soccer fields, a playground, picnic seating, and a gymnasium.
Does the camp provide lunch/snacks or do parents need to provide them?
Lunch and snacks are not provided.
What is the typical daily schedule for campers?
Daily activities will vary based on skill level and language choice, but each camp follows a similar general structure. The following shows a sample schedule for the Beginner Language camp group:
8 a.m.: Circle Time, focusing on introductions (name, age, likes), basic colors and emotions, Hello song, Days of the Week song, and how to say today’s weather.
8:40 a.m.: Activity stations for group games/arts and crafts/cooking related to the day’s theme. Students select their own stations.
9 a.m.: Lesson #1, followed by related group activity.
10:30 a.m.: Morning snack, video.
11 a.m.: Activity stations resume.
11:30 a.m.: Circle Time, focusing on learning individual characters/letters (review those from previous days).
Noon: Lunch/recess.
1 p.m.: Circle Time, games focusing on numbers (adding 3-5 numbers daily).
1:15 p.m.: Cultural folklore/story time in groups.
2 p.m.: Short/simple grammar lesson.
2:30 p.m.: Games (motor-skills focused).
2:45 p.m.: Lesson #2, followed by related group activity.
3:45 p.m.: Circle Time, focusing on goodbye songs, reviewing the day, and classroom cleanup.
4 p.m.: Dismissal.
The following shows a sample schedule for the Amazing Athletes Sports Camp:
8:00 a.m. – Arrival Time
8:30 a.m. – Morning Movement/Opening
9:00 a.m. – Group Game
9:30 a.m. – Snack
10:00 a.m.-Noon – Morning Sport Emphasis based on weekly theme
Noon – Lunch and relaxation time
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 pm Afternoon Sport Emphasis based on weekly theme
2:00 p.m. – Snack
2:30 p.m. – Group Game/Closing
3:00 p.m. – Pick up/After Care
Enrichment camps vary based on class and are offered as morning sessions and afternoon sessions. Morning camps run from 8:00-11:30 a.m., and Afternoon camps run from 11:30-3:00 p.m. The morning camps will have snack time, and the afternoon camps will have lunchtime. Participants can sign up for multiple camps (mix and match with our a.m. and p.m. options!)
How old are the counselors and how are they trained?
ISI Language Summer Camp will be led by faculty from the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University and ISI staff.
Enrichment Camps are led by trusted partners who work with the ISI Enrichment Program throughout the school year.
Amazing Athletes Sports Camp will be led by the Amazing Athletes company, a trusted partner of the school and a reputable educational sports programs company.



What accommodations are made for campers with special needs?
All camp facilities are wheelchair accessible.
Do you have to be an ISI student to participate in ISI Language Summer Camp, Enrichment Camps, or Amazing Athletes Sports Camp programming?
No! These summer camps are open to all incoming kindergarten to grade 6 Central Indiana students!
Is there a language prerequisite to participate in the ISI Language Summer Camp?
No! Participants can register for any language camp with no experience required, as camps are offered at beginner and intermediate levels.