CAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS

ACERA (WINCHESTER)

Day Camp

781-729-3489

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-17

Make 2023 a summer to remember! Build an arcade game, program a robot, or write an original song! Learn wilderness survival skills, tackle LEGO design challenges, practice origami, and create your own augmented reality game!

At Acera, children nurture their natural desire to inquire, create, innovate and experiment – drawing out kids’ leadership and self-esteem through STEM skill building, artistic expression, and projectbased learning. Our staff consists of professionals with significant experience in the classroom and in their own fields of expertise. Among them are award winners, active research scientists, and working artists. Acera’s in-person Summer Programs run from June 12 through August 25, 2023, enabling kids ages 5 and older to take on enticing projects, from electronic art and robotics to woodworking and science experiments. Our sessions run in mornings, afternoons, or for full days. Our expanded offerings for 5-8 year olds include introductions to hydrodynamics and chemistry in our Splash! and Ooey Gooey camps. For 7-10 year olds, Acera offers camps in engineering, atmospheric science, filmmaking, digital art, and more. Kids 10 and up can immerse themselves in classes like Live Action Role Play, Coding with Arduino, Arcade Game Design, and more. Early drop off and late pickup available.http://www. aceraschool.org/summer-camps/ helping students from across the United States and around the world to achieve ambitious goals. Andover Summer offers three distinct programs: Summer Session, eSummer and Advantage. Each are uniquely designed to meet the varying demands on the modern student and family. https://www.andover.edu/summer

BERKLEE

- ABLE DAY SESSIONS

SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (BOSTON)

Day Program

617-747-2760

Andover

SUMMER

AT PHILLIPS ACADEMY (ANDOVER)

Day and Overnight Camp

978-749-4400

Age or Grade Range: Grades 7-12 Andover Summer at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, is widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier summer academic enrichment programs,

Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-17

At Berklee, we believe that the arts better the lives of everyone. That’s why we offer the ABLE Day Sessions program for musicians with disabilities. Study your instrument in group lessons. Play or sing with other musicians in an ensemble. Experience music through drumming, singing, and music technology workshops. Learn from other musicians in clinics. Share your music in a performance with your ensemble at the end of the week. https://college.berklee.edu/ berklee-institute-arts-educationand-special-needs/day-sessionsable-arts-better-lives-everyone

BOSTON BALLET (BOSTON & NEWTON)

Day Camp

617-456-6333 https://www.bostonballet.org/ education-program/ballet-andarts-explorations/

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-9 BBS partners with local art organizations including the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, to immerse students in collaborative cultural learning and activities. Ballet technique and musicality are explored through original activities developed by expert faculty members. This program guides students on a journey from understanding the use of space to the creation of original dances. No experience required – beginners welcome!

BRANCHES AT MEADOWBROOK (WESTON)

Day Camp

781-647-0546

Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-15

With traditional camp programs, enrichment offerings, academic discovery classes, trips, and teen leadership options coming together under one umbrella, we are excited about Branches at Meadowbrook: a collection of summer and yearround programs. Branches is intended to represent our summer programs as an extension of the The Meadowbrook School’s mission and values, the opportunity to reach higher, and the goal for children and young adults to “branch out” exploring new interests and ideas. https://www. branchesmeadowbrook.org

BROOKS SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS (NORTH

ANDOVER)

Day and Overnight Camp

978-725-6253

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-18 https://summer.brooksschool.org

For more than half a century, Brooks School has been a quintessential summer experience and tradition for generations of families. Through its dedication to offering the highest-quality youth development programs and devoted staff, Brooks has achieved its place as the leader in summer programs.

PASSPORT SUMMER CAMP AT CAMBRIDGE MONTESSORI (CAMBRIDGE)

Day Camp

617-308-9458

Age or Grade Range: 18 mo-11 years

Our inclusive and diverse community allows campers to learn from each other and to appreciate cultural similarities and differences in a fun, creative, and safe camp environment.

Early Childhood & Elementary

Designed as an introduction to Montessori, this is a great option for families looking to enroll their little ones in an engaging, Montessori-influenced environment for the summer. Available to students in Grades P3–K. P3 students must be current Kingsley students or prospective Kingsley students beginning September 2023. The program is open to the public for Grades P4–K. Early Childhood sessions are half or full day. Our Elementary program is designed to be an engaging and rewarding experience both on and off campus, and is open to Grades 1–6. Elementary sessions are full-day.

We offer a variety of enrichment programs tailored to your child, from ages 18 months to 11 years, including science & nature, music & movement, arts & crafts, water sports, and more! Finding the right summer program for your child can be overwhelming. We hope to make this process as seamless as possible. Your camper’s passport to adventure has arrived! https://www. cambridgemontessori. org/passport-extendedprograms/passportsummer-camp

CAMP BIRCH HILL

(NEW DURHAM, NH)

Overnight Camp

603-859-4525

Age or Grade Range:

Age: 6 - 16

Nestled in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, Camp Birch Hill offers a fun, elective based program where boys and girls aged 6-16 can participate in over 50 diverse activities of their choice. Each summer they welcome campers to their grounds in New Durham, NH. This traditional, overnight summer camp sits on a 100 acre piece of private, lakeside land where kids can come for two, four or six weeks of their summer. It is a home away from home where kids have the time of their lives for two, four or six weeks while making lasting friendships and memories. https:// campbirchhill.com

CAMP CODY (FREEDOM, NH)

Overnight Camp

603-539-4997

Age or Grade Range:

Ages 7-17

At Camp Cody, we believe that carefully tailoring the summer experience to the individual camper creates, on a larger scale, a successful and enjoyable summer for all campers. At our spectacular location, campers develop independence, self-confidence make friends, and have great experiences. https://campcody.com

CAMP KODIAK (ONTARIO, CANADA)

Overnight Camp

905-569-7595

Age or Grade Range:

Ages 6-18 https://www. campkodiak.com/

Camp Kodiak is Canada’s premier overnight summer camp for children and teens, ages 6-18, with and without LD, ADHD, and high-functioning ASD. Highlights include: SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM, ACADEMIC PROGRAM, 50+ activities, 2:1 camper-to-staff ratio.

CAMP MED-O-LARK

(WASHINGTON, ME)

Overnight Camp

207-845-2555

Age or Grade Range:

Ages 8-16 https://medolark.com

Founded in 1946, Camp Med-O-Lark is a coed, arts summer camp for ages 8–16, nestled on the banks of a pristine lake in Washington, Maine.

Med-O-Lark campers create their own schedule from a wide variety of activities — performing arts, fine arts, sports, waterfront fun, and much more.

Med-O-Lark is an open, diverse, non-competitive community, where campers make friendships for a lifetime!

2023 Session Dates:

2020 Session Dates:

2 Week Sessions

June 28 – July 11, 2020

June 25 – July 8, 2023

July 9 – July 22, 2023

July 12 – July 25, 2020

July 23 – August 5, 2023

July 26 – August 8, 2020

4 Week Sessions

June 25 – July 22, 2023

July 9 – August 5, 2023

6 Week Sessions

June 25 – August 5, 2023

CRS SUMMER - CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL (DOVER)

Day Camp

508-785-8250

Age or Grade Range: Age: 2-17

CRS Summer provides fun and enriching programs for kids between the ages of 2 and 17 on our beautiful 16-acre campus. In addition to our renowned Creative Arts Program, featuring dance, music, visual art, technology, film and theater, we have camp options in STEM, nature, entrepreneurship and more. Campers will be able to spend time in our outdoor Wetlands lab, on the fields playing sports and other games and in our swimming pool. Our newest program, CRS Summer Minis, offers drop-in toddler programs. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for all of our campers. https://www.charlesriverschool. org/crs-summer

EDGE ON SCIENCE (BEVERLY, NEWTON)

Day Camp

(315) 773-5673

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17 https://www.edgeonscience.com/ summer-camps/

Immerse your child in one or more week-long STEM experiences, exploring applied science and engineering. Individual and team projects make it hands-on. Choose from ten different topics and 43 sessions. Easy to find a week that works!

EMPOW STUDIOS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS)

Day Camp

617-395-7527

Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-15 http://www.empow.me

At Empow Studios, kids have fun exploring all that STEM includes, finding their passion, and accelerating their learning. With classes and camps across five STEM domains – Digital Art & Design, Minecraft, Coding, Robotics, and Video Game Design — kids deepen their technology skills as they build amazing beginner to advanced projects.

Empow Studios is honored to be trusted by more than 150 educational and enrichment organizations that support STEM programs. We’ve won more awards than any other STEM after school program or camp provider in Massachusetts!

EVERWOOD DAY CAMP (SHARON)

Day Camp

781-694-5829

Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-15 https://everwooddaycamp.com

Everwood provides an unparalleled summer camp experience in the great outdoors. We are committed to supporting the social and emotional health of our campers through real opportunities for connection.

FLEUR DE LIS CAMP (FITZWILLIAM, NH)

Overnight Camp

603-585-7751

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17 https://www.fleurdeliscamp.org

For a best summer ever come to Fleur de Lis - a girl’s camp filled with great fun, great learning, and great adventures in beautiful southwestern NH. Girls come for the summer and leave with a new second home, forever friends, and life-long memories.

FUSION ACADEMY (BURLINGTON/LEXINGTON, HINGHAM, NEWTON)

Day and Virtual Camp

781-512-0505

Age or Grade Range: Grades 5-12 https://www.fusionacademy.com/ summer-programs/

A completely Customizable Summer Experience using our Unique 1:1 program. The summer focuses on Academic Engagement, Creative Enrichment and College Preparation. Enrolling students entering grades 5-12. In-person or Virtually.

ICODE OF WELLESLEY STEAM SUMMER PROGRAMS (WELLESLEY)

Day Camp & Programs

781-291-3131

Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-17 iCode of Wellesley is a premier STEAM afterschool and summer camp program that teaches life skills alongside a diverse set of technologies. Using these fun and engaging activities we help children build resilience, problem solving, and team work. Cybersecurity, Virtual Reality, Digital Art, Animations, Drones, Robotics and a lot more! https://icodeschool.com/ wellesley107/

KTBYTE COMPUTER SCIENCE ACADEMY (LEXINGTON)

Day Camp & Virtual Programs

818-748-8848

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-18 https://www.ktbyte.com/

Our students and alumni have accomplished amazing things over the years. Some have attended the top Ivy League Schools; others have worked at top tech companies. Additionally, our students have reached USACO Platinum, participated in MIT Primes, and ranked in the ACSL senior division.

LINX CAMPS (WELLESLEY)

Day Camp

781-235-3210

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-15 http://www.linxcamps.com/

Based on the Dana Hall School campus in Wellesley, LINX Camps proudly serves the greater Boston area with premier camps for kids age 3-15 including junior (half and full day), general, adventure, empowerment, performing arts, sports, and STEAM camps. These fun-filled, enriching, and innovative summer programs are rich with traditions and choices. The expert staff recognizes each camper’s strengths to support the growth of younger campers while building character in older ones. The flexible sessions make for an all-encompassing experience that creates an inclusive community in which everyone thrives.

MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP (SOUTH EASTON)

Day Camp

508-238-2387

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-14 http://www.maplewoodyearround. com/

Maplewood is family owned and operated. We serve children ages 3 to 14. We are accredited by the American Camping Association. Children are taught the fundamental concepts of discovery, community, teamwork and fitness in a secure, fun environment.

MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE (BEDFORD, LOWELL)

Day Camp

800-818-3434

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17

Our College for Kids program strives to employ either public school teachers or experts in the field. All program employees have experience instructing children in the content area. Programs are offered on the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a theater program at the Academic Arts Center in Lowell. Please note the recommended ages of each program carefully when registering your child as they range between 8 - 17. Unless otherwise stated the cost for each program includes materials/activities. College for Teens is specifically for rising high school students to explore multiple career pathways and while earning college credit in an non-traditional pathway. https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/ collegeforkids/summer-locations

MILTON ART CENTER SUMMER CAMP (MILTON)

Day Camp

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3.9-12

Our art teachers engage children’s imaginations and feelings using open-ended instruction, allowing children to enjoy the process of creation and the pride of accomplishment. Creating art builds confidence and helps develop decision-making. In addition to art-making, campers have time for outdoor activities and games, ensuring they have a well-rounded summer experience. We believe that art is a powerful tool for personal expression and development, and we’re excited to share that experience with your child. Enroll today to secure your child’s spot in one of our summer camps. https://miltonartcenter.org/mackids-summer-art-camps/

NEOC - NEW ENGLAND OUTDOOR CAMP (FROM THE LINX COMPANIES) (WELLESLEY)

Day Camp

781-235-8765

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-15

NEOC’s campus is the Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, an expansive property that includes river-access, trails, forested areas, fields, and gardens. Camp activities include archery, arts and crafts, canoeing, cooking, games, gardening, hiking, music, orienteering, outdoor survival skills, sports, and wellness. As the camp welcomes campers ages 315, all of these activities are offered as age appropriate. A camp culture of inclusion and appreciation allows for friendships to blossom and for campers to mentor one another. As campers grow at NEOC, they are encouraged to wonder about, investigate, and build their understanding of nature. https://www.campneoc.com

PENGUIN CODING SUMMER PROGRAMS (ACTON, LEXINGTON, NEWTON)

Day and Virtual Summer Programs

781-277-2755

Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-18

Penguin Coding School in-person Summer Camp provides a 50-50 split between screen time and non-screen time. Students explore Coding, 3-D Printing, LEGO Robotics, and Outdoor Hands-On Science.

Kids ages 6-9 can choose between Minecraft or Scratch themed camp, and those 9-12 can choose either Python or Roblox themed camp. Camps for 6-12 are structured on a weekly basis and all camp days are from 9am-3pm (Extended day till 5pm can be purchased for $40 per day) https://penguincodingschool.com/ summer

Penguin Coding School also holds Summer Weekly High School Intensive Courses for Ages 1318. Students can learn Python, Java, or Mobile App Development.

These courses are designed to excel students to the next level and prepare them for AP Exams.

PLANET GYMNASTICS (NATICK)

Day Camp

508-647-1777

Age Range: Ages 3 & up https://planetgym.com/dayprogram/

Our Swim & Gym Summer Day Program was carefully designed to provide children with an active day of learning, fun and games! Our gym lessons focus on teaching strength, flexibility, coordination and creative movements. Our swim lessons focus on teaching the basics of breath control, buoyancy, balance, movement and safety. A variety of games, crafts, activities and challenges will keep the children active, engaged and excited throughout the entire day. Our superb staff is energetic, caring and committed to creating a wonderful experience for every child.

PLUGGED IN BAND PROGRAM (NEEDHAM)

Day Camp

781-444-1879

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-19 https://www.pluggedinband.org/ summercamp

Music That Matters is an in-person summer day camp that includes band class, songwriting, recording a song, music video, workshops, offsite events, and performance opportunities. Each session ends with a benefit concert that raises money for a charitable organization chosen by the students themselves. Extended day is available. Students are grouped in bands by age, skill level and musical interest.

POWERS MUSIC SCHOOL (BELMONT)

Day Camp & Summer Programs

617-484-4696

Age Range: Ages 5-11 (CIT 13-15)

Summer at Powers is flexible, fun, and open to whatever your family wants to achieve. It’s a great time to experiment and explore, or to go deeper into music you’ve been wanting to work on for ages. It’s also a time for friendship. Some of the people you meet during the warmer months might become good friends who stick with you during the year.

We offer a more relaxed version of traditional private lessons and the Suzuki program, a number of early childhood group classes, and five full-day programs for a range of interests and abilities.

Want to try a new instrument? Learn fiddle? Introduce your toddler to music? Perfect that passage you’ve been struggling with? We can help you do any, or all, of those. Make this the summer you say yes. https://powersmusic.org/summerday-programs/

RIVERBAND - SUMMER AT RIVERBAND (NATICK)

Day Camp

508-655-7333 https://riverbendschool.org/ourprograms/summer-riverbend/

Age or Grade Range: Ages 2-9 Students will have a blast engaging in water slides, nature, sports, climbing, arts and crafts, gaming, and more!

TABOR SUMMER CAMP (MARION)

Day Camp

508-291-8342

Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-17

Join us for an unforgettable summer by the sea full of friends, sports, adventures, and learning at the http://taborsummer.org/

Tabor Summer Camp. We offer a variety of engaging activities and enrichment courses for young people ages 6-17 on our beautiful seaside campus.

WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS SUMMER PROGRAMS (NATICK)

Day and Overnight Camp

508-650-5020

Ages 10-17 http://www.walnuthillarts.org/ summer

Summer Camp programs in Dance (Ballet), Musical Theater, and Visual Art.

WELLESLEY THEATRE PROJECT (WELLESLEY)

Day Camp

781-235-1550

Ages 5-18 wellesleytheatreproject.org/

Join WTP for some great camps this summer! WTP is offering Full Scale Production Camps and One Week Theatre Camps for five year olds through 12th Grade https://www.

YMCA CAMP FRANK A. DAY (EAST BROOKFIELD)

Overnight Camp

508-867-3780

Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-16 YMCA Camp Frank A. Day, or “CFAD” as many campers and alum call it, is a coed summer overnight camp west of Boston in beautiful East Brookfield, MA. Summer after summer, Camp Frank A. Day campers bond as a community as they learn how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Through physical, social and educational activities, our campers gain self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership—all amidst the fun of camp fires, bugle calls, boating, sports, archery, performance and visual arts, music, long standing camp traditions, and talent shows! https://www.wsymca.org/camps/ frank-a-day

YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON (BOSTON, WALTHAM, WOBURN, READING, DEDHAM, NEEDHAM)

Day, Family and Overnight Camps

617-927-8060

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-16 https://ymcaboston.org/youth-andfamily/camps/ Y

Y Day Camp keeps kids engaged, safe, healthy and learning. At the Y, we focus on your child as a whole, including top-notch sports and swimming instruction, exploration of the community, and developing life-long friendships.

“A transformative week - especially for a beginner”

“A venue where their intelligence is encouraged in a fun way”