Nine Weeks of Summer Discovery
June 14 through August 13, 2027, for children 18 months through 8 years, at our Herndon and South Riding campuses.
How Summer Camp Works
Choose at least four weeks
Camp runs for nine themed weeks. Families enroll for a minimum of four, and there is no single-week enrollment.
Consecutive or not
Your four or more weeks do not need to run back to back. Pick the weeks that fit your summer.
Half day or full day
Half day runs 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. Full day runs 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Ages 18 months to 8 years
Campers are grouped by age, with activities adapted for each group.
A Week at Camp
Every week follows the same friendly rhythm, so children always know what to expect.
Monday
Science
A hands-on experiment tied to the week's theme.
Tuesday
Art
A creative project children take home.
Wednesday
Field Day
A picnic in the playground and outdoor games.
Thursday
Cooking
Little chefs prepare and decorate a themed snack.
Friday
Celebration
A party, talent show, treasure hunt or movie afternoon.
Nine Weeks, Nine Themes
Around the Campfire
Tents, nature treasures, solar ovens and s'mores. Closed Friday June 18 for Juneteenth.
Ocean Adventures
Sea creatures, habitats, floating and sinking, ocean art.
Stars, Stripes & Sparkles
Flags, fireworks art, and America's birthday.
Treasure Hunters
Maps, magnets, pirate ships and a treasure hunt. Closed Monday July 5 for Independence Day.
Curie Has Talent
Singing, dancing, storytelling and a camp talent showcase.
Buggin' Out
Pollination, bug hunts with magnifying glasses, and nature journals.
Imaginarium
Recycled sculptures, dream paintings, and homemade instruments.
Atlantis
Underwater cities, ocean science and imaginative building.
Mystery Week
Fingerprints, clue hunts and junior detective missions. Camp ends at 12:30 pm on Friday August 13.
Themes and activities vary each summer.
Good to Know
Holiday closures — Friday June 18 for Juneteenth and Monday July 5 for Independence Day. Weeks 1 and 4 run four days.
Last day — Camp closes at 12:30 pm on Friday August 13. There is no afternoon session.
Tuition is per week — Weeks 1 and 4 are charged at the standard weekly rate.
Refunds — Tuition is non-refundable for missed days or weeks once enrolled.
Tuition & Fees
Summer camp is charged at a weekly rate, with a four-week minimum. Registration and materials fees apply.
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Spots fill quickly. Enroll early to secure your preferred weeks at either campus.