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Registration open · Summer 2026
Nucleus Summer Camp
Where summer actually means something.
Six weeks of robotics, sport, music, art and real discovery — led by qualified Cambridge educators, on two secure Addis Ababa campuses.
- July 6 – Aug 12
- 2 campuses
- Ages 4–14
- 6 weeks
- July 6 – Aug 12
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- Secure campuses
- Ages 4–14
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What They’ll Do
Ten ways to spend a brilliant summer
A full, balanced week — mind, body and imagination. Children rotate through hands-on activities led by specialists, not screens.
Why Nucleus
A summer camp that’s actually good for them
Not a place to drop the kids — a place they come home from taller, braver and full of stories.
Qualified educators
Every activity is led by a specialist who teaches for a living — Cambridge-aligned and genuinely great with children.
Serious about safety
Secure, supervised campuses with a dedicated head of security. Peace of mind is part of the package.
Real growth, not screen time
Children build robots, skills and friendships — leaving with confidence they carry into the school year.
Two convenient campuses
Choose Mekanisa or the Vatican campus — whichever is closest and easiest for your family.
Small, mixed-age groups
Grouped by age so every child is challenged at the right level and never lost in the crowd.
Flexible weeks
Join for the full six weeks or the weeks that suit your summer. We’ll help you plan it.
Who’s Leading Camp
Real educators. Not babysitters.
Every activity is led by a qualified specialist who does this for a living — so your child is learning, safe and genuinely inspired all summer.
Mandefro Melaku
Athletic Director and Summer Camp Director
MBA, BSc in Sport Science and a CAF D coaching licence. Nucleus Athletic Director with over 10 years in physical education and youth development, he designs safe, active, Cambridge-aligned camp days.
Ruth Derrick
English & Language Lead
Associate Director of Global Partners for Education with a Master’s in English. Has taught at university level across Asia and Africa — here to build campers’ communication and confidence.
Alice Long
Creative & Fine Arts Lead
A fine-arts educator specialising in hands-on, sensory-rich projects — painting, clay and mixed-media — that let every child truly “Create Boldly.”
Abby
Music & Rhythm Lead
Holds a degree in Keyboard Pedagogy, teaches piano and directs children’s choirs. Leads vocal, rhythm and keyboard workshops for every age group.
Madelyn
Early-Years Vocal & Rhythm Specialist
Madelyn specialises in early-years vocal and rhythm training, guiding our youngest campers through playful, high-energy workshops that build coordination, confidence and a pure joy for music.
Good to Know
The essentials
Dates
July 6 – August 12, 2026. Join for all six weeks or by the week.
Campuses
Mekanisa Campus and the Vatican Campus, Addis Ababa.
Ages
Open to children ages 4–14, grouped by age for the right challenge.
Reserve your child’s spot
Tell us a little about your child and we’ll follow up within one business day with dates, pricing and how to secure a place. Spots are limited per campus.
Questions before you register?
Talk to our camp team directly — we’ll help you choose the right weeks and campus for your child.