Specialty Summer Camp for Grades 5–9 in Jersey City

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French Summer Camp in Jersey City
Turn Language Learning Into a Summer Adventure

Dates: June 22, 2026 – August 14, 2026

Grade Requirements: Grades 5–9 (upcoming school year)

Campus: 118 Ferry St, Jersey City, NJ 07307

Looking for a middle school summer camp that lets students dive deeper into their interests? Our Summer Camp Specialized Groups offer themed weekly camps for students in Grades 5–9, ideal for upper elementary, middle school, and early high school students who want an engaging and hands-on summer experience. Designed for upper elementary, middle school, and early high school students, the program builds skills, encourages creativity, and keeps students engaged all summer long.

From Baking, Basketball, and Soccer to Robotics & Coding, Gardening, Art, Spark Lab, Musical Theatre, and Photography, each week focuses on a single theme. Campers explore hands-on activities, collaborate with peers, and learn in a fun, supportive environment tailored to older elementary and middle school learners.

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*Complete our registration form, and a team member will contact you with the exact pricing details for your selected weeks.

Camp Details

Fees & Summer Camp Policies

Weekly Fees (excluding week 2)

$655

Week 2 Fees

$525 (Due to the July 4th observance, the week will be prorated for 4 days)

Early Bird10% off camp fees when you register by March 1, 2026

Sibling Discount

10% (Applies only to the 2nd and 3rd child)

Aftercare 4:30pm Pickup

$100

Aftercare 6pm Pickup

$140

Aftercare 4:30pm Pickup

July 4th Week

$80

AFC 6pm Pickup

July 4th Week

$110

Occasional Aftercare

(per diem)

$25/per hour

Email no later than 12pm of the day the service is required to guarantee a spot for Occasional Aftercare

Registration Fee (for Non-FAA 1st time campers)

$50

Payment Deadlines:

FAA Parents

-Full payment is due 10 days after you receive your invoice through FACTS

Non-FAA Parents

-Full Payment is due 10 days after receiving an invoice from the FAA Accounting Department.

How to Pay?

FAA Parents

-FAA Parents can pay through
their Parent Portal in FACTS.

*If you are a new FAA parent and unable to pay through FACTS at the time of the registration due date:

-Full Payment is due 10 days after receiving an invoice from the FAA Accounting Department

You can pay using zelle , by credit card, or by sending a check to:

FAA Accounting Department
209 3rd St. Jersey City, NJ 07208

 Non-FAA Parents

-Non-FAA Parents can pay using zelleby credit card, or by sending a check to:

FAA Accounting Department

209 3rd St. Jersey City, NJ 07208

Change, Cancellation & No Refund Policy

  1. There is no refund.
  2. We may allow changes of booked weeks depending on availability. If your child is already enrolled in the camp, and you would like to register for additional weeks, please email jmanthey@faacademy.org and ftomeda@faacademy.org.                                                                                                                             
  3. Full payment is due by the invoice due date specified on your invoice from the FAA Accounting Department (Non-FAA students) or your bill posted in the FACTS parent portal (FAA Parents). Failure to make your full payment by the requested due date will result in the cancellation of your child’s registration. 
  4. If your child needs to cancel due to medical reasons, we may offer up to a 50% refund if a signed doctor’s note is provided.

Pickup Policy

  1. Please, be aware of your child’s weekly registered pickup time. If they are not registered for aftercare, they need to be picked up at 3pm. 
  2. If they are registered for aftercare, they need to be picked up at their registered pickup time: 4:30pm or 6pm.
  3. Occasional aftercare must be requested by 12pm the day the service is needed.
  4. Your registered aftercare (if selected) pickup times can be found in your form submission confirmation email.
  5.  If your child is picked up later than their registered pickup time, you  will be charged based on the Occasional   aftercare pricing pickup policy: $25 per hour up until 6pm. We do not charge prorated late fees.
  6. There will be a $1 per minute charge for all children picked up past 6pm
  7. Before camp begins, we will ask you to specify individuals who are authorized to pick up your child from camp and aftercare. You must provide this information in order for your child to attend our camp.

*Complete our registration form, and a team member will contact you with the exact pricing details for your selected weeks.

The Life at the FAA Camp

Our French Summer Camp is the perfect place for children to immerse themselves in a bilingual environment while having fun with a wide range of summer activities. Campers engage in daily learning and practice their French skills in a relaxed and supportive setting. With the help of our native French-speaking teachers and bilingual staff, children of all levels have the opportunity to learn and practice French at their own pace. Each week has a different theme that aligns with daily activities, ensuring that campers never get bored and are constantly learning new French vocabulary. Along the way, they make new friends and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

If you’re interested in learning more about the experience we create at our Bilingual Summer Camp, we invite you to check out our blog.

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*Complete our registration form, and a team member will contact you with the exact pricing details for your selected weeks.

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