The right summer school programme does not just keep your teenager busy; it builds something they carry long after the holiday ends.
This August, Brains & Butter is bringing together teenagers aged 13 to 18 for five days of live, practical, and future-focused learning — entirely virtual and hands-on.
AI, game development. entrepreneurship, graphics design, video editing career talk. One week, real skills.
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Why This Summer School Programme Is Different
Most holiday programmes keep teenagers entertained. This one prepares them for what comes next.
The Butterflyers summer school programme is built around skills that matter in the real world; the kind most classrooms are not yet teaching.
Artificial intelligence, digital design, entrepreneurship, and content creation are no longer niche interests.
They are the foundation of careers, businesses, and opportunities your teenager will encounter sooner than you think.
What sets this summer school programme apart:
— Live, interactive sessions with experienced facilitators who engage and respond in real time
— A future-focused curriculum built around what universities and employers actually value today
— Peer learning alongside driven, curious teenagers from across Africa and beyond
— Practical outcomes your child can demonstrate, not just a certificate for attending
What Your Teenager Will Learn in This Summer School
Five days; six tracks. Every session is designed to deliver something immediately useful and genuinely interesting.
| Track | What It Covers |
| Artificial Intelligence | How AI works, why it matters, and how teenagers can use it confidently today |
| Game Development | The fundamentals of building interactive experiences where creativity meets technology |
| Entrepreneurship | How to identify opportunities, develop ideas, and think like a founder from any age |
| Graphics Design | Visual communication, design thinking, and tools used by working designers every day |
| Video Editing | Storytelling through video, a skill relevant to almost every career path in 2026 |
| Career Talk | An honest, practical session on navigating the world of work as a young African |
Each track combines discussion, activity, and real examples. Teenagers leave every session with something concrete, not just notes from a lecture.
Programme Details:
Everything you need to know about the Butterflyers summer school programme in one place.
| Detail | Information |
| Programme | Butterflyers Summer School Programme 2026 |
| Age Group | 13 to 18 years |
| Dates | 3rd to 7th August 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (GMT) |
| Format | Live on Zoom |
| Investment | £100 |
The programme is fully virtual, which means your teenager can participate from anywhere in the world.
All they need is;
- a stable internet connection,
- a device with a camera,
- and a Zoom account.
Spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
I. What does my teenager need to participate in the summer school programme?
A stable internet connection, a laptop or tablet with a working camera, and a free Zoom account. Sessions are live, so joining on time makes a real difference to the experience.
II. Is this summer school programme open to teenagers outside Nigeria?
Yes. The programme is fully virtual and open to teenagers aged 13 to 18 from across Africa and beyond. As long as your child can access Zoom during the session times, they can participate.
III. What will my teenager leave with after the summer school programme?
Practical knowledge across six skill tracks, exposure to careers and opportunities they may not have considered before, and connections with peers who share similar ambitions. More than a certificate — a genuinely useful week.
Reserve Your Teenager’s Place in the 2026 Summer School Programme Today
Spaces are limited. Early registrations are encouraged.
Want to explore how Brains & Butter supports teenagers beyond the summer?
Visit our tutorial support page or learn how we help students build stronger applications through our student profile creation service.
