Helen Lami

CEO Academic Summer Camps & Principal Living Learning English

About the author

I am an entrepreneur who is innovative, creative, determined and passionate with a vision to lead with integrity and empathy. I am the CEO of Academic Summer Camps that I founded in 2008. Our first summer at Sidcot School was 2010 and in London Westminster at DLD in 2016. I love doing business internationally and leading an international team. I am a committed Christian and want to make a difference in everything I do. Academic Summer Camps is where learning meets adventure and where experience is the learning. We do not teach English as a subject. We teach everything in English and that changes everything. In September 2025 we were delighted to welcome our sister company Living Learning English into the family. Stronger Together, we now offer Academic Summer Camps for ages 7–17 and home tuition for all ages. We are a small company with a family feel and we care deeply about every individual student. That has never changed and it never will.

Latest posts by Helen Lami

Academic Summer students performing a dissection on their Get Ready for Medicine program in London

Ten Years at DLD College London and Ten Years of Get Ready for Medicine

Academic Summer Camps has two anniversaries this summer at DLD College London Westminster. Ten years at DLD College and ten years of Get Ready for Medicine, one of the UK's first specialist pre-medicine summer programs for teenagers aged 14 to 17. A decade ago, Helen Lami, CEO, saw a need as she met very motivated teenagers who wanted to study medicine.

2026/05/21

Why Life Skills Are the Hidden Benefit of Summer Learning

When parents think about summer learning, they often picture lessons, projects, subject choices and academic progress. These things matter, of course. But some of the most valuable learning happens quietly in the background.

2026/04/22

Study Skills Every Student Should Possess

For many students, academic progress begins when they learn how to learn. A student may be bright, curious and capable, but without the right structure, revision strategies or organisation, schoolwork can quickly feel overwhelming. This is why study skills are so important: they give students a toolkit they can use across subjects, year groups and future academic pathways.

2026/04/15

Why Academic Camps Are More Than Just Summer School

When parents hear the phrase academic camps, they may picture extra lessons, revision sessions or a stricter version of summer school. In reality, the best academic camps offer something far more meaningful.

2026/04/08

Why Summer School Is More Than Just Extra Classes

For many families, the phrase summer school can sound like extra lessons, catch-up work or a continuation of the normal school year. But the best summer school programs offer far more than academic revision. They give students the chance to explore new subjects, build confidence, practice independence and develop the skills they need for future study, work and life.

2026/04/01

How Summer Programs Help Children Grow in Confidence

Confidence is not something children simply wake up with one day. It grows through experience, encouragement and the repeated discovery that they are capable of more than they realised.

2026/03/25

Summer Courses in the UK: Explore, Learn and Gain Confidence

Choosing the right summer courses UK programme is about more than filling the school holidays. For many families, it is an opportunity for students to grow in confidence, improve their English, explore new subjects and gain independence in a safe, supportive environment.

2026/03/18

Adventure Learning Explained: Education Beyond the Classroom

At Academic Camp, adventure learning is not simply about keeping students busy outdoors. It is guided, purposeful, immersive and carefully supported. Every activity is designed to help students grow in confidence, independence and resilience while strengthening the skills that support academic success.

2026/03/11

How Summer English Courses Improve Study Skills and Confidence in Children

Summer English language courses offer children much more than grammar practice or vocabulary building. At their best, they give young learners the chance to use English in real situations, build confidence, develop study skills and connect with students from around the world.

2026/03/04

Academic Summer Team speaking to international agents on on webinar

Webinar: Academic Summer and Living Learning English: Stronger Together in 2026

Academic Summer Camps and Living Learning English came together online for a special agents' webinar. Education agents joined us from all over the world to hear the latest news, real student stories and to enjoy a real grammar lesson. Our CEO Helen Lami opened the session with an honest reflection on the world of international education right now.

2026/02/26

Why Communication Skills Matter for Students

Communication skills are one of the most important foundations for a young person’s academic, social and personal development. They help students express ideas clearly, listen with understanding, build friendships, ask thoughtful questions, work as part of a team and grow into confident young leaders.

2026/02/18

What Is a Summer Camp and Why It Matters for Children’s Growth

A summer camp is a structured programme for children and teenagers that takes place during the school holidays. It gives young people the chance to learn, explore, socialise and try new experiences outside their usual school routine.

2026/02/11

Countdown to Academic Summer 2026

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