Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto)
Camp Tournesol offers French immersion day camps in various Toronto locations, focusing on language acquisition through engaging activities for children aged...
▌ Editor's read Camp Tournesol is a French immersion day camp operating in Toronto, established in 1994 by Mireille Lajoie, making it 28 years in operation. The camp caters to children aged 4-14, offering programs designed to enhance French language skills through activities like sports, arts, and science. The website states that all staff are bilingual, undergo police background checks, and have reference checks. Google reviews for 'Camp Tournesol' indicate a strong reputation with a 4.9-star rating from over 200 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and the positive impact on their children's French proficiency. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
Who thrives here Ages 4–14
Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given language/cultural program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1998 (28 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Language/Cultural
- Ages: 4–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 2000 Creditstone Rd, Concord, ON L4K 4N7, Canada
- Phone: (905) 882-4900
- Cost notes: CAD. Price varies slightly by location. Sibling discounts available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto)
- What ages does Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) accept?
- Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) is open to children ages 4–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) cost?
- Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) publishes $450/week for the standard session. CAD. Price varies slightly by location. Sibling discounts available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto)'s hours?
- Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto)?
- Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) is operated by a private business, with 28 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) provide lunch?
- Camp Tournesol - French Immersion Camp (Toronto) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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