WonderLab
Compass Kids: The 360° Expedition
When the City Becomes a Landscape of Discovery
A thoughtfully designed summer of exploration, creativity, and meaningful experiences for children aged 6–12
The summer program at Fox in the Pine has been designed as a rich and engaging experience of exploration and creation.
Children move through the city as young discoverers — observing, mapping, building, collaborating, and creating through projects inspired by curiosity, imagination, and a sense of wonder.
Each week has its own atmosphere and rhythm, bringing together urban exploration, creative making, collaborative challenges, and moments of calm, connection, and reflection.
Urban Exploration
The city becomes a source of inspiration and discovery.
Through hands-on missions and thoughtfully designed experiences, children explore markets, the port, and historic neighbourhoods in ways that feel vivid, engaging, and meaningful.
Creative Projects
Constructions, design challenges, collaborative projects, and artistic responses invite children to express themselves, test ideas, and create together with confidence and imagination.
A Meaningful Summer Rhythm
A balanced daily rhythm combines activity, play, social connection, and moments of rest, allowing summer to feel both joyful and deeply enriching.
Information & Dates
Compass Kids runs over 4 weeks, during the following periods:
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16 to 26 June
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29 June to 3 July
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6 to 10 July
Children may participate in one or more weeks, as each period offers a different thematic experience.
Our Daily Rhythm
08:00 – 09:00 | Arrival at school
09:00 – 09:30 | Healthy breakfast
09:30 – 14:00 | Activities, workshops, projects, games, and excursions
14:00 – 14:30 | Lunch
14:30 – 16:00 | Gradual departure and a calm close to the day
The rhythm of the day has been thoughtfully designed to feel rich and engaging, while still allowing space for ease, balance, and enjoyment.
Each week opens a new window into exploration.
Through carefully chosen excursions, creative workshops, and outdoor experiences, children enjoy a summer filled with images, ideas, and beautiful memories.
Weekly Themes
Weeks 1 & 2
The Silk Road – The Levant and the Bazaar
The first two weeks are inspired by the world of markets, spices, routes, and cultural exchange.
Children discover Thessaloniki through sensory experiences, creative projects, play, and excursions full of atmosphere and imagination.
Week 3
Islands & Oceans – The Secret Shipyard
The third week turns toward the sea and the port.
Through group challenges, constructions, outdoor activities, and themed excursions, children explore a world full of movement, journeys, and seaside inspiration.
Week 4
The Urban Jungle – The Upper City Hideaway
The final week is inspired by the Upper City and the quieter, greener, more atmospheric side of Thessaloniki.
Children observe, move, create, and discover the city through an experience that feels calmer, yet equally captivating.
Workshops & Experiences
Alongside the weekly themes, children also take part in:
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creative projects and constructions
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movement games and group challenges
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visual arts activities
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cooking experiences
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shared activities centred around music, rhythm, and collaboration
This variety keeps each day lively, balanced, and genuinely joyful.
Language Approach
Imagineers Camp offers children a natural and meaningful immersion in the English language through everyday communication, games, projects, and group experiences.
The right support is always in place, so that every child feels comfortable, confident, and fully able to participate.
Excursions
Excursions are a central part of this year’s program.
Each week includes an outing connected to its theme, allowing children to experience the program in a more immediate, vivid, and meaningful way.
Excursions include:
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Kapani & Modiano Market
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Bezesteni
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Pier A and the Port of Thessaloniki
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Upper City