Summer Day Camps

Learn French the fun way

At the Alliance Française de Portland, we offer summer day camps for elementary- and middle-school–aged children. Whether your child is new to French, already speaks some, is advanced from attending an immersion school, or is a native French speaker, our camps are designed to accommodate all levels of language proficiency.  All camps are from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.

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Why Choose Our Camps?

Join us this summer for a fun and educational experience where your child can build their French language skills and enjoy French culture.

Save 15% on our camps!

Register before May 1. Code SaveMore

Save 10% 

  • Sibling Discount: apply when you register multiple children. Code Sibling2.
  • Multi-Week Discount: apply when you register for multiple weeks. Code MoreFun25.
  • Discounts cannot be combined. Please select only one.

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Schedule and Pricing

  • Camp Hours: 9am-3:30pm
  • Pricing: $470 full day (6.5 hours a day)
  • Price With Early Bird Discount: $399.50 (until May 1)
  • Week of June 29-July 2  prorated due to holiday

Ages 6-12

Weekly Themes


Each week of camp is focused on a theme, combining French lessons, games, arts & crafts, and movement activities. Each day will include:

  • A French language lesson focused on vocabulary and conversation.
  • Games, activities and arts & crafts projects related to the theme.
  • Movement games to keep your child engaged.
  • June 15–19: Exploring the Francophone World, ages 6-12
  • June 22–26: Knights, Castles, and Dragons, ages 6-10
  • June 29–July 2: Knights, Castles, and Dragons, ages 6-10
  • July 13–17: French Theater Adventures, ages 8-12
  • July 20–24: French Theater Adventures, ages 8-12

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Volunteering Opportunities 

High school students (includes those entering 9th grade as well as those who have just completed 12th grade) who are advanced French speakers—whether they have attended immersion schools, are native speakers, or have reached a high level of study—can volunteer as assistants for our younger children's camps. Volunteers will gain valuable skills and enjoy the rewarding experience of helping younger camp attendees, all while continuing to practice French every day in a fun and supportive environment. 

Interested in volunteering? Learn more about the role and responsibilities here, and then complete the form at the bottom of this page to get started!


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Refunds

Camps adhere to a specific cancellation policy. A 90% refund is issued for requests received until May 15. Cancellations made at least 20 business days before the camp start date qualify for a 70% refund. For cancellations made within 20 business days of the camp start date, a 50% credit will be issued to the payer’s account, valid for one year.

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Exploring the Francophone World - Summer Camp, 6-12 Y

Summer Camps
Discover the Francophone world beyond France and explore the diverse cultures and traditions of French-speaking countries. With over 29 countries where French is an official language, there's so much to learn!

French Theater Adventures - Summer Camp, 8-12 Y

Summer Camps
Campers will explore French theater through language learning, creative expression, and acting. The camp includes French language classes focused on theater vocabulary, acting workshops, games, arts & crafts, and movement activities. 

Knights, Castles, and Dragons: A Medieval Journey - Summer Camp, 6-10 Y

Summer Camps
Students will step into the world of chivalry and adventure and learn about the medieval era of Chevaliers de la Table Ronde, knights, castles, and dragons.

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$470.00 USD
Code: SumCamp-MA 6-10 FIRST


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Volunteer Application


First Name
Last Name
Pronouns
Email Address
Age and School in 2025-2026 School Year
From the weeks listed above, which ones are you available to help with camp? Please include your start and end dates of availability.
Of the weeks selected above, are you only interested in volunteering for one week, or would you be potentially interested in volunteering for more than one?
French experienceWhat background do you have learning/speaking French? How would you describe your proficiency level and comfort with the language?
What makes you excited about working with kids ages 6–12? If you already have experience working with kids, tell us a little about that.
Out of the camp themes we offer (French theater, Middle Ages/knights, and traveling the Francophone world), is there a theme or themes that you would be particularly excited about? What might you contribute to this theme?
Anything else we should know?
 

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PARKING

Street parking on SW 20th St. facing the Kamm House is limited. Free parking is available in Lot A at SW 18th and SW Columbia. Please obtain a parking pass from the office. After 6 pm weekdays, students may park in the Willamette Dental lot at SW 20th and SW Jefferson as available.

OFFICE HOURS

The Alliance office is open 10am-3pm Monday through Friday.
Call us at 503.223.8388 during business hours or leave a message.
Email us at  info@afportland.org.

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