8billionideas | Winter Camp | GFS

Mon - Wed

09:00 - 14:30

11 to 14 Years Old

Dubai | 16 - 18 December

Winter Camp - Startup School

GEMS Founders School - Dubai (GFS)

750 AED

The Startup School is a 3-day immersive camp where students will dive into the world of entrepreneurship. From learning foundational principles to pitching for funding, participants will experience the entire startup journey in an inspiring, hands-on environment. Through engaging challenges and teamwork, students will build essential skills like problem-solving, communication, leadership, creative thinking, and resilience.

Got a question? Contact us at camps@8billionideas.com

Discover some of the activities your child will enjoy throughout the week

From the very start, your child will tap into their inner entrepreneur, crafting and honing a unique business idea, refining the why and how of their product. Our introduction to the essentials of business will equip them with the tools they need: crafting a robust business plan, identifying and understanding their customer base, and learning the art of securing investment. The grand finale? An professional-style pitch where they present their startup to a panel of 'investors,' showcasing their newfound skills with confidence and flair.

Camp outcomes

This camp offers a fantastic opportunity for personal growth and skill-building beyond the traditional curriculum. Students will gain valuable experiences that are highly regarded by universities and future employers.

What is included?

We provide all camp-related activity booklets, materials for prototypes, and journals. It also includes British education expert-led sessions and daily, personalised guidance from experienced facilitators. Each child will also receive a certificate at the end of the camp.

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Adana is really enjoying the camp. She’s eager to tell me what she’s been doing without me prompting her which means it was fun for her. She said she’s learnt even new terminology which was new for her as she’s asked me a few times what does resilience means for example. And she enjoyed most the idea of creating her own country and her own flag and talked about bills and rights which is great to see her talk about things that she isn’t normally exposed to.

Leanne Brown

Mom of 8 years old girl

Adana is really enjoying the camp. She’s eager to tell me what she’s been doing without me prompting her which means it was fun for her... and she enjoyed most the idea of creating her own country and her own flag and talked about bills and rights which is great to see her talk about things that she isn’t normally exposed to.

Leanne Brown

Mom of 8 year old girl

She knows everyone's name. She is really excited to come back. We can't believe how much her confidence increased and she seems to be making friends very quickly. The challenges they faced and the team spirit they have developed were extremely impressive.

Ruxandra

Mom of 11 year old girl

Melek had such a gret time in the Invention Camp last week! He definitely felt your energy all day, and I could feel his motivation and happiness when I picked him up every day. He even continued to make some inventions at home after the end of the camp. He told me that the camp was great and the best thing was meeting new friends.

Ali

Father of 9 year old boy

FAQ

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Can my child attend only specific days?

We ask that all campers attend for the full week. They spend the week developing skills and ideas, culminating in a final project. For them to get the most out of the experience, they need to attend the full week.

How do you handle behaviour issues?

We promote a positive and respectful camp environment. Minor issues are handled through redirection and discussion. For more serious or repeated issues, we will contact parents to collaborate on a solution.

Do you offer any discounts or financial assistance?

Yes, we have sibling discounts available and multiple bookings discounts. These are applied automatically at checkout.

What should my child bring to the camp?

We provide a detailed packing list for each camp programme. Generally, children should wear comfortable clothing and bring a packed lunch, water bottle, and any necessary personal items.

Do you offer early drop off or late pick up?

Yes, early drop-off is available from 08:00. Late pick-up until 15:00 — no late pick-up for camps running on a Friday

Do I get a sibling discount if I am booking two different camps ?

Please contact us directly via camps@8billionideas.com if you are trying to book your children across two different age groups and would like to apply a sibling discount.

Is there a refund policy?

We seek to ensure that parents and guardians understand their rights and responsibilities while also safeguarding the operational integrity of the camp. Read the full refund policy here.

Give your child an unforgettable experience

We help children develop, study, learn languages, develop social and communication skills, demonstrate their talents through play-based learning

Safety

A professional first responder will be on-site during all the camps and all our facilitators are first aid trained.

Equipment and materials

All activities equipments and materials are included at no extra cost for all camps.

Refund Policy

We want parents and guardians to feel confident about their bookings. Read our Refund Policy here.

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Instant Mentoring

Our certified Mentors are available at the click of a button to offer students feedback and support via chat or video.