Summer Camp Guide 2025
Summer Camp Guide 2025
Dexter Southfield Summer Camp Brookline,MA|617-751-3625 dextersouthfield.org/summer Enjoyasummeroflearning, discovery,andplayat Dexter Southfield Summer Camp Thissummer, Dexter Southfieldisofferingeight weeklongcamps forchildrenages3½through15.Whether yourchildis looking to explorenewinterests,makefriends,orsimply have fun, Dexter Southfield’s 36-acrecampus,justfive milesfromdowntownBoston, offerssomething for everyone Campersenjoybest-in-class facilitiesand work withhighly trainedstaffinajoyful,caring environment.
If yourcamperwantsahandson,fascinatingexperience, considertheGirlsin Science or SciTech Camps. Forthe growingathlete, trythebasketball, hockey,soccer,and volleyball camps. Forbuddingthespians,athree-weekmusical theatercampculminatesin aperformanceof“Lion King Jr.,” completewithstagelighting,costumes,andsets.Allcampershave theoption to swimdailyinanindoorpool. Dexter Southfield also offers lunchservicesandbustransportation.
The Russian School of Mathematics Multiplelocations|855-MATH-855 mathschool.com
SummermathclassesattheRussian School of Mathematics(RSM)are nowenrolling!RSMisan award-winningafter-schoolmath program that hasbeentrusted by parents formorethan25 years
This year,RSMis offeringseveraluniquesummerprogramsdesigned to booststudents’ confidenceinmath,preparethem for theupcoming school year,andignite theirinterestinSTEAM.
Summer ProgramsInclude: Fundamentals: Preparing forthe Year Ahead Reinforce mathskillsandpreventsummerlearninglosswithRSM’s
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uniquemethodology,designed to builddeep understanding. Led by expert teachers,eachengagingclass offersinteractivelessons andpersonalizedsupport in a fun classroomenvironment. Thiscourseis availableinperson oronlineineithera six-week(twice-a-week) courseor a three-weekdailyintensive.
SummerSTEAM Program
Ignite yourchild’s curiositywithhands-onexperiments, outdoorplay, andactivitiesinmath,science,engineering, chess,andart. Thisisa weeklyprogramthat willblendfun andlearning to inspire young minds.
With16locationsacross Massachusetts,RSM is dedicated to helpingstudents reachtheirfullpotential. Contact yourlocalbranchaboutdifferentprogram availability andoptions.
Thayer Academy Summer Sports and Activities
Braintree,MA| 781-843-3580 thayer.org/summer
Thayer Academywillbeahubofactivity thissummerwith Camp Thayer,alongstandingcoeddaycamp, and Thayer SummerSports Camps,amore recentoffering featuring top-tiersportsinstructionfrom Thayervarsitycoaches Camp ThayerrunsfromJune16 to Aug. 8 with a wide varietyofdailyscheduleoptions,providingchildrenages 3 years,11months to 14 years withanengagingandstimulatingsetting. Dedicated teachersandcounselorsguide campersinawiderange of activities,includingarchery, arts andcrafts, sailing, pottery, swimming,and tennis. ThayerSummerSports Campsrun Mondays through Thursdaysduring select weeksofthesummer andaregeared toward studentsentering grades 3 through9. Thayercoaches work withstudent-athletes inthe followingsports: baseball, fieldhockey, lacrosse,andsoccer. The focusisonskilldevelopmentwithinafun and engagingenvironment. There’salsoaninnovative “Lax & Crafts” coed youthlacrosseprogramdesigned for elementary schoolstudents.
Boston Ballet School
Multiplelocations|617-456-6333
bostonballet.org/ballet-summer
Whether yourchildisbeginningtheirdancejourney or preparing forthenextstageoftraining,BostonBallet School’s summerprogrammingprovidesa platform for
students to refinetheir techniqueanddiscover new dancestyles.
In afun,lively,andsupportiveenvironment,BostonBallet’s expertfacultyleadsstudentsages3 to 17througha comprehensivedanceexperience. Interestedstudents canenroll forprogramming inBoston,Newton,or at BostonBallet School’s brand-newBrooklinestudio, openinginJuly2025.Classes focuson everythingfrom classicalballet technique to moderndance.Students willbeable to further theirtraining, experience personal growth,andcreate lifelongmemorieswithfacultyandnewfriends.
Thayer Academy Summer Academic Enrichment
Braintree,MA|781-843-3580 thayer.org/summer
Thayer Academyoffersengagingacademicenrichment opportunities forelementarythroughhighschool studentsthissummer.
Thenew Thayer AcademySummer AcademicEnrichment Programruns weekdaysfromJuly7 to Aug. 1 andis designed forstudentsentering grades3through5, with someofferings formiddleandhighschoolstudents. From exploringpodcasting andfashion to inventingandsports business,theseage-appropriatesessionsare designed to inspirecuriosityandcreativitywhile fosteringadeeperunderstandingofthe worldaroundus.Allclassesaretaught by Thayerfaculty.
The Thayer Academy Collaborative—athree-week academicenrichmentprogramopen to studentsentering grades6through8whocomefromtraditionally under-
BostonBalletSchool offersa variety of summerprogramsthatprovideaplatform for students to elevate theirknowledge, refine technique, and explorenewdancestyles.
Our expert facultyworkwithstudentsages 3-17* to create a supportive andenriching environment,wherethey canfirst be introduced to ballet,or work to perfecttheir training. Register today to secureyourplace!
bostonballet.org/ballet-summer
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representedbackgrounds—runs weekdaysfrom July7 to July25. AcademicclassesinEnglish,math,andscience take place Mondays through Thursdays,with Fridays reserved forfieldtrips. The Collaborative also features weeklyenrichmentactivities,including mediaproduction, roboticsandcoding,andmusicandvisualarts. Eachcourseis taught by a Thayerfacultymemberand a teaching assistant. Registration forbothprograms closesJune1,butearly applicationsare encouragedasspaceislimited.
Camp Waukeela
Eaton,NH|603-447-2260
waukeela.com
WaukeelaisamagicalsummercampnestledinthebreathtakingWhite MountainsofNewHampshireonthebanks ofCrystal Lake. For more than 100 years, Waukeelahas welcomed girlsages7through17 forunforgettablesummersfilledwithadventure, creativity, andlifelongfriendships. Whether attending for two, threeandahalf, or seven weeks, campers immerse themselvesinanempoweringcommunitythatvaluesindividuality, personal growth,andthejoy of simplybeing yourself. Waukeela’s supportiveenvironmentencouragescampers to buildconfidenceastheytrynewactivitieslike arts andcrafts, sailing, archery, and outdoor living skills,among many others Thenaturalbeauty surrounding the camp fostersadeepconnection to nature,wherehikingandlakeside funbecomecherisheddailyexperiences. Throughstructuredactivitiesand unstructuredplay, girlsdiscovertheirstrengths,developleadership skills, and embracethespiritof teamwork.
Beyondtheactivities, Waukeelais rootedinvalues that foster respect, inclusion,and kindness—principlesthe girlscarry withthemlongafter summerends. Campersleavewithnotonlynewskillsbutalsoa renewed beliefinthemselvesandthemagicoffriendship. At Waukeela, girlslearn to love whotheyareanddiscoverthat kindnessiscool,making every summeralife-changingjourney.
Hale Education
Westwood,MA|781-326-1770 hale.education
Summer inNewEngland: It’s aboutjumping into local ponds,playing lawngames withfriends, barbecuingwithneighbors,andtakingthe kids
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STEM and art-focused summer camp in theheart of Cambridge, MA.
HighSchool at MITDesignStudios (Ages14-18) MiddleSchool at NuVuHighSchool (Ages11-13)
to swimminglessons.Hale’s Family& Community Programmakesiteasy to doallthisandmore. Conveniently locatedjustminutesfrom Route128,it’sclearwhy so many youngfamiliesmakeitpartoftheirsummer routines. Withunparalleledaccess to morethan1,200acres ofadventure, thissecludedspot to disconnectoffers a privatewaterfrontwithaccess to boats, paddles, life jackets,and rinsestations;anarcheryrange,obstacle course, playgrounds,pavilions,andpicnicareas;andavarietyof family-friendly events. In addition to openswimming for passholders,àlacarte lessonsare available, too.
Many parentsspendsummerswiththeir youngest childreninthe Family& Community Program,so by the time kids reachage4,they’re excited to ventureinto HaleSummer Campsontheir own. These ACA-accreditedprogramstakesafetyseriously.One-week Pre-Camp Programsarea greatintroduction forlittle ones,and adventurousofferingsinhikingandmountainbiking appeal to older kids. Teen Campofferslaidbacksessions thatincludecanoecompetitions,timeonthe ropes courseandarcheryrange,an overnightcampout, and a trip to NantasketBeach. Youth Leadership Development Programspreparefuturecounselors,guides,andcoaches withindustry-recognizedcertifications,extendedbackpackingtripsintheWhite Mountains,and more.Hale providesfreebusservice, too.
NuVu Summer Program
Cambridge,MA|617-945-0006 nuvusummer.org
At NuVuSummer,studentsgainlifelongskills,fromcreative problem-solving to collaborationwithindustry experts all whiletacklingchallengesthatmatter. NuVu’s hands-on STEMandartsprograms formiddleandhighschoolstudentsuseastudiomodel to foster teamwork,innovation, and technicalskills.Studentstackle real-worldproblems throughexcitinghands-onstudioslike BotVBot, Fashion Tech, Tiny House,Battlebotics,AR Worldcraft, Rocket Car Racers,AI Movie Making,Exploration Rovers, Treehouse Architecture, SuperSplashLab,andmore.
NuVuoffers twoprograms:a middleschoolprogram for ages11through13and a highschoolprogram forages 14through18.Bothprograms areconveniently located in Central Squarein Cambridge, Mass
Each two-weeksession focusesonprojects rootedin design, technology,art,andengineering,guided by expert coachesfromHarvard University, the Massachusetts Instituteof Technology,and RhodeIsland Schoolof Design Withpersonalizedattentionandadynamicenvironment, everydayisengagingandfun! Financialaidis available, andNuVuoffersdiscounts formultiplesession sign-ups, siblings,and returningstudents.CheckoutNuVu for a summer of innovationanddiscovery.
2025 SessionDates
Session1: July7–18,2025
Session2: July21–Aug.1,2025
Session3: Aug. 4–15,2025
School of Fashion Design: High School Program in Fashion Design Boston,MA|617-536-9343 schooloffashiondesign.org
Spend yoursummerinstyleatthe Schoolof Fashion Design! Theschool’s High School Program in Fashion Designismadespecifically forhighschoolstudentsinterestedinfashion, textiles,orthecreativedesign process.
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SUMMER PROGRAMS
School of FashionDesign
Taught by expertfaculty, the High School Program takesstudentsfrom design to finishedproductwithnopriorexperiencenecessary. In Fashion Sketching, studentsbuild,pose,andstylefashioncroquisfigures to use inoriginaldesignsketches.Anintroduction to visualdesign andtheory helpsstudentsdeveloptheirability to findinspiration, design a cohesive collectionofgarments,and renderthemincolorusingprofessional techniques. In Clothing Construction,students receivehands-oninstructionin thegarment-makingprocessfromstart to finish. Afterlearning to operate asewingmachinesafely,studentsareintroduced to pattern drafting methods, textilescience, andfinishing techniques. Studentscompletetheprogramwithamoodboard,fashionillustrations of their imaginedcapsulecollection,andtheir ownfinishedfashion garmentconstructedfrom acommercialpattern. If you areinterestedin fashionandsewingas a hobby or areconsideringpost-secondary fashion degreeprograms,thisisthesummerprogram for you!
St. Sebastian’s Summer Programs
Needham,MA stsebs.org/summer
St. Sebastian’s Summer Programs provideboysentering grades3 through 9 withopportunities to honeacademicor athletic skills while having fun onabeautifulcampus in Needham, Mass.St. Sebastian’sfive Academic Workshops— Writing, Debate& PublicSpeaking, InnovationLab,Biotechnology,and Math—aregeared toward studentsseekingenrichment inanintellectuallychallengingandengagingenvironment. Taught by experiencedfaculty, each workshopis small to allow forindividualized instructionand to promote teamwork andcooperation. Focused on scholarly growth,academiccollaboration,andpersonalachievement, these workshopspromise to preparestudents forthenextschool year andinspirealifelonglove oflearning
Theprogram’s seven AthleticClinics—Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash,and Tennis— give athletes thechance to grow intheirfavorite sportwhiletakingadvantage of state-of-the-art athletic fieldsandfacilities. Eachclinic is run by aseasonedcoachandstaffed by currentand formervarsity athletes. Participantsin St. Sebastian’s Summer Programscome away withincreasedconfidence,concreteskills, and newfriendships.
NORY STEM + Sports Summer Camps BostonBackBay, Cambridge,Brookline|617-209-3384 nory.co
NORY, New York City’slargestSTEMand sportscamp forages3 through 12, featuring robotics, woodworking,andcoding,isnowinBoston! Their state-of-the-artfacilitiesarelocated in downtownBoston, Cambridge, andBrookline.
Imaginetransforming your campsiteinto alife-size robotic carnivalwith yourfriends. Orhowaboutinventing a self-drivingracecar andfilming a YouTubevideoshowcasing a roboticmagicshow you and your teambrought to life?
Welcome to Innovator’s Playground,a realmwhere futurechange-makersjourney throughuniqueSTEMadventures. Theprogram’s award-winningcurriculumtranscends traditional learning;it’s designed to inspire risk-taking,cultivateinquisitive problem-solving,andencourage empatheticleadership. Campersengagein ever evolving,innovative STEMprojectsled by inspiringandempathetic NORY-certifiededucators. Thecampincludesacomplimentarylunch service,adaily newsletter, andindividualcamper reports.
Camp Nashoba Day, Inc. Littleton,MA | 978-486-8088 campnashobaday.com
Locatedon Fort PondinLittleton, Nashoba Day Campoffers two- to eight-weekprograms forboysand girlsages6through15.Nashoba, celebrating68 yearsofoperation,isatraditionalsummercampwith thefacilitiesandcharacterofatrue New England overnightcamp
Instruction by matureandskilled counselorsisofferedthroughout thedayinmorethan20activities.Daily RedCrossinstructional swimlessonsareheldinthepool andthelake. Boysand girlsenjoy avarietyoflakesideactivities, includingswimming,paddleboarding,waterskiing,wakeboarding,tubing,fishing,canoeing,sailing, kayaking,and rowing Creativeartactivitiesencourage expressionthrough crafts, woodworking,pottery, candlemaking, basket weaving,drama,and finearts.Outdoorskillsinnaturecrafts,gardening,archery, andanimal care promoteappreciation forthe environment. Plus, there’shorseback riding, tennis,basketballlessons,andothersports. Camp Nashoba encouragesfun andfriendship and strengthensboys’ and girls’ skillsand self-esteem. Transportationis offeredfrom the surrounding towns,and extended-dayoptionsare available. Contactcampnashoba@gmail.com for moreinformation.
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Belmont Hill Summer Academics & Sport Camps
Belmont, MA|617-993-5215
belmonthill.org/summer
For over40 years,Belmont Hillhasoffered boysand girls enrichingacademicandathleticsummerprograms. With an experiencedstaff of teachersandcoachesandstate-ofthe-artfacilities,Belmont’s programs fosteranenvironment where everystudentcanlearnand grow At Belmont Hill Summer Academics, studentsin grades 6 through12 canexplorenewsubjects,honeskills, andgainvaluable academic experiencefrom expertfaculty.Whetheritis a six-weekcreditcourseor a three-weekacademic workshop,thecurriculumpositionsstudents for success intheir upcomingschool year. Withdiversecourse offerings and flexiblescheduling,parentscandesign anacademicscheduleperfect fortheirstudent’s goalsandneeds.
TheBelmont HillSport Camps welcomeboysand girls ages6through15 foranactivesummerof teamwork,competition, andfun. Whetherexperiencedor novice,Belmont tailorsitsprograms to ensure eachcamperhasthechance to developskillsandimprovetheirgame with focused instructioninaninclusive, cooperative environment.
Thecampdirectorsare teacher-coachesintheBelmont Hill traditionandensureeachcamper receives focusedinstructionandactiveparticipation.
The Advent School
Boston,MA|617-742-0520 adventschool.org/summer
Enjoyafun-filledsummerinthecity with Design at Advent, avibrantSTEMprogram for kidsages5through12! The in-depth,themedcampsoffer twofull weeksofhands-on learning,creating,and having funwith friends
In TheaterEngineering, kidscancombinetheirlove of theater withtheengineering design process for aunique, behind-the-scenesviewoftheaterproduction. In Urban Agriculture, theyexplorewhereour foodcomesfrom, howitgets to us,andwhatour responsibility asglobal citizensis to ensuresustainablepractices. In Cardboard Carnivals,campersstepintothe worldof play-based learning to createtheir owncarnivalgames. They’ll explore
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Foundedin1957,Camp Nashobaisa family operated,traditional summercamp, locatedon Fort PondinLittleton,MA.Instructionis offeredin watersports, horsebackriding,creativeandperforming arts, fishing,nature, targetsports, woodworking, tennis, teamsports, Red Cross swimming, waterskiing,paddle boarding, wakeboarding andsomuchmore Celebrating 68 Years!
BelmontHillSummer Academics&Sport Camps
Design, explore, and build at our unique STEM camps in the heart of Boston! adventschool.org/summer
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potentialand kineticenergy,simplemachines, mechanical engineering,andsimple circuits to bringsomeof theirfavorite games to life. In Art,Exploration& Design, kidsgetoutside to hike and sketchindifferenthabitats acrosssouthernNewEngland. Campsrun Monday through Fridayfrom8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.,withextendedcareoffereduntil 5:30 p.m. Design at Adventis locatedattheschool’s 99 West CedarStreetbuildingonBeacon Hill,conveniently neartheCharles/MGHstoponthe RedLine.
Boston CollegeHighSchoolSummer Campsand Programs
Boston College High School Summer Camps and Programs Boston,MA|617-474-5181 bchigh.edu/summer-camps
BC Highhassomething for everychildthissummer. Eagle Day Campoffersboys and girlsages5through10a fulldaycampexperiencefrom two to eight weeks. Campers ages5through7willenjoy a variety ofactivities,suchas organizedsports,scavengerhunts, LEGOsets, painting, and tie-dye Thereisalsoahalf-day option for ages5through7. Campersages8through10cancustomize theirschedule to matchtheirinterests. Theprogram’s Adventures in Boston Campprovidesanew fieldtripeachday,whilethe InspiritAIclass teachesmiddleandhighschoolstudents the basicsofAIandhow to useit responsibly. Schedules will providebothoutdoor andair-conditionedindooractivities, andlunchwillbe available forpurchaseinthedininghall Additionalofferingsinclude:Sports Camps: Soccer, Baseball,Basketball, Football,and Flag Football for grades 4through12. High School Academics: Chemistry, Intro to Algebra, ACT/SAT Prep,SpanishLanguage and Culture, High School Writing,and The CommonApplication and The CollegeEssay. Middle School Academics: Math Fundamentals, English Fundamentals, andStudySkills. Middle SchoolSpecialty Programs: Art, Codingand Robotics, Minecraft, Theatre, Roblox Mission to Mars!,Dungeons & Dragons,and TheArtof Cooking.
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Maine Camp Experience
Multiplelocations|877-92-MAINE(62463) mainecampexperience.com
At campin Maine, kidswaterski andsailoncrystal-clear lakes,playballonvast,pine-tree-linedfields,get creative inthearts,andmore. Maine CampExperience isa communityof40premier overnightcampsthroughout Maine and acomprehensivecamp-planning resource. About 65,000 camperscome to Mainecampseachsummer to connectwithnature, have fun,makelifelongfriends,learn newskills,andgainconfidence,independence,and resilience. Withunparallelednaturalbeautyand top-notchlandandwater sports,special events, traditions,andtrips(to Acadia National Park,Boothbay Harbor,andbeyond), Maine campsarethenatural choice. Mainecampsimpart valuesofcooperation, respect, teamwork,and integrity andengagecampers in socialactioninitiatives to teachthemhow to helpothers. Full-summer,half-summer, andshortersessionsare available forages7through17, includingall-boys,all-girls, andcoedoptions. Maine Camps’ Campcierge®providesfree,expertguidance to help familiesfindthebestcamp fortheirchildren Contact laurie@mainecampexperience.com formoreinformation.
CRS Summer
Dover, MA|508-785-8210
charlesriverschool.org/crs-summer
CRSSummerbelievesinthejoyofsummer.CRSSummer isCharles River School’ssummersession, which builds on itsnationally recognizedmulti-artsprogram,theCharles RiverCreativeArts Program (CRCAP).CRSSummercombinesthestoriedtradition ofCRCAPwithupdatedofferingsin2025 forcampers ages4through15,includingintensiveclassesinthe arts,STEM,andsports, a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for teenslooking to developleadership skills,andaCreativeStarts program forthe youngest campers.Whether yourchildisinterested in visual orperformingarts,traditionaldaycampactivities,oranemphasis on technologyand STEM,CRSSummerhastheirinterests covered. Theprogramoffersan inclusive, welcoming, and relaxedenvironment on a beautiful16-acre campus, includinganoutdoor WetlandsLab.
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