Campus Activities

Sports Camps

Hockey Summer Camp 2026

Primary School children Aged 11-16 years

Looking to sharpen your hockey skills this summer while making new friends and enjoying top-class facilities?
Join us at The King’s Hospital School Hockey Summer Camp 2026, designed for boys and girls aged 11–16 years of all abilities.
Whether you’re building core skills or preparing for the upcoming season, this camp offers expert coaching, competitive fun, and an unforgettable week on our outstanding campus.
Camp Details
Dates: 29th June – 3rd July 2026
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm daily
Camp Highlights
  • Expert coaching from experienced hockey staff
  • Skill development, match play & tactical sessions
  • Access to excellent hockey facilities
  • Daily hot meals included
  • Swimming sessions during the week
  • Fun social activities and team-building opportunities
  • Free camp jersey for all participants
Residential & Non-Residential Options:
Residential Camp
€475
Includes:
  • Dorm accommodation
  • 3 meals per day
  • Full supervision
  • Evening activities
Non-Residential Camp
€205
Includes:
  • Daily coaching programme
  • Hot lunch included
  • Full supervision
What to Bring
All Campers Must Bring:
  • Hockey stick
  • Shin guards
  • Mouth guard
  • Appropriate sportswear
  • Refillable water bottle
Residential Campers Also Need:
  • Clothes for 5 days
  • Toiletries
  • Sleepwear
  • Towel
  • Suitable casual evening wear
  • Swimming trunks
Who Can Attend?
Open to all players aged 11–16, whether currently playing hockey or looking to develop their game in a fun and supportive environment.
Questions?
For further information, please contact:
Peter Caruth – Director of Hockey at KH
✉️ p.caruth@thekingshospital.ie
Book Your Place
Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly.

Sports Camps

Easter & Summer 2026

Primary School children Aged 6-12 years

 

At our fun-filled Multi-Activity Sports Camps, your child can enjoy the unrivalled amenities of The King’s Hospital School’s 80 acre campus, with indoor/outdoor activities for all ages and levels of experience. 

The camps are a no-phone-zone and we encourage every child to try something new, and learn how to connect with others; without their electronics.

Our amenities include:

  • The Paterson Sports Hall and Gymnasium
  • 25m indoor heated swimming pool
  • 2 astro pitches with multiple tennis courts
  • Indoor & outdoor basketball courts
  • Multiple grass pitches
King's Hospital Sports Campus

 We aim to provide a fun-filled camp while encouraging your child’s competitive spirit within their own age group.

All of our camp leaders are garda-vetted and experienced with managing groups of children. 

The ratio of children to staff is 15:1 or less. 

Weekly slideshow each Friday – parents invited

BOOK HERE

 Activities include:

  •  GAA
  • Swimming
  • Athletics
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Hockey
  • Tag Rugby
  • Disco Dodgeball
  • End of Camp slideshow
Summer Camp 2026
Fee €165 per child per camp. 2nd and subsequent child €155 per child per camp
Week 1: 29th June – 3rd July 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Week 2: 6th July – 10th July 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Week 3: 13th July – 17th July 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Week 4: 20th July – 24th July 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily
Week 5: 27th July – 31st July 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Week 6: 3rd Aug –7th Aug 2026 – 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Easter Camp 2026
Fee €130 per child per camp. 2nd and subsequent child €120 per child per camp
Week 1: 30th March – 2nd April 2026- 9.30am-4.30pm daily.
Week 2: 7th April – 10th April 2026- 9.30am-4.30pm daily.

BOOK HERE

Campus Activities PDF

All camps must be paid for in full, at time of booking through our online payment system.

 Hot Lunch available to order, paid in advance online only.

Children must bring a packed lunch and snacks each day, with a refillable water bottle. Swimwear, hat and sunscreen also to be included each day.

Child-minding service is available from 4.30pm- 5.30pm €30 P/W, paid in advance online only

Terms & Conditions

• The right is reserved to refuse admission or to dismiss at any time during the program, any child whose presence by way of conduct or attitude is deemed to be detrimental to the best interests of the program.

• Minimum cancellation of 6 weeks before the camp start date for any refunds. Any cancellations within the 6 weeks will not be refunded.

• If a child is dismissed from the program, no refunds will be made and any additional costs involved will be at the parents’ expense.

• Children will be assigned to groups based on age and must adhere to all safety instructions from the group leaders, at all times.

• Parents must ensure that they notify us, when booking, if a child has an existing medical condition or is taking medication. Although we have successfully supported children with certain medical conditions in the past, we reserve the right to refuse an application.

• Certain activities are weather dependent.

• This camp is a ‘electronic’ free zone. Please ensure that your child does not bring any ‘electronic’ devices.

• Parents must adhere to the drop-off and collection zones at the Sports Hall parking area. Parents are not permitted to access school buildings or access the grounds, and there is a strict ‘no pets’ policy in place while on campus.

For any other queries contact:

Ann Clayton

D: +353 1 643 6537

E: sportscamps@thekingshospital.ie

The King’s Hospital School Palmerstown Dublin 20 D20 V256