Join us for the 2026-27 School Year!
At Ivybrook Academy, summer is a time for exploration, creativity, and growth. Our preschool summer camp programs are thoughtfully designed to engage children in fun, hands-on activities that align with their developmental needs. By placing children into multi-age classes based on their age during the camp session, we ensure that every child enjoys a meaningful and enriching experience.
We believe that summer is an opportunity for children to explore their interests, discover new skills, and deepen their understanding of the world around them. Our lesson plans and activities are tailored to meet the needs of children at each developmental stage, fostering curiosity and confidence in a nurturing environment.
Get ready for an unforgettable summer of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun! Ivybrook Academy’s Summer Camps offer exciting, themed experiences where young minds explore science, culture, engineering, and storytelling through interactive activities.
Superhero Science Week invites young innovators to suit up and dive into hands-on experiments where curiosity becomes their superpower. Campers will explore how magnets can help a superhero fly, discover what causes a volcano to erupt, and investigate big ideas like inertia through exciting challenges. Using everyday materials, children will design and build their own robots, harness the surprising power of static electricity, and test their problem-solving skills by creating force fields to protect delicate bubbles. This action-packed week blends science, engineering, and imaginative play, encouraging children to ask questions, make predictions, and experiment like real scientists while having an absolute blast.
Jungle Adventure Week invites campers to journey deep into one of the most vibrant ecosystems on Earth. Young explorers will set out on jungle safaris to discover the many creatures that call the jungle home, from animals in the treetops to those on the forest floor. Campers will investigate towering jungle trees, winding vines, and the different layers of the rainforest, while learning why rain is essential to keeping the jungle alive and thriving. Through hands-on exploration, sensory experiences, and imaginative play, children will listen to the sounds of the wild, explore exotic plants, and uncover the wonders of nature found throughout the jungle.
Storybook STEAM Week is where imagination takes the lead and stories come to life through hands-on discovery. Campers will explore beloved children’s books each day and transform the stories into creative adventures in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. After each story, children will dive into experiments and design challenges such as creating musical instruments from classroom materials, observing chemical changes with eggs and oobleck, and testing simple machines to see what makes a car go fast. Campers will also explore buoyancy by seeing how many pennies their boat can hold, engineer houses designed to withstand the wind, and discover fascinating science concepts like how fish breathe. This week blends literacy, creativity, and exploration into an engaging experience that inspires curiosity and problem-solving.
Tiny Travelers Week invites campers to pack their imagination and journey across the globe without ever leaving camp. Each day highlights a different region of the world as children explore cultures, traditions, and artistic expressions from various countries. Campers will discover what they might see when traveling to places like Japan, learn where origami comes from, and explore unique items found around the world. They will experience the sounds and rhythms of African music, learn why Kente cloth is important in Ghana, and discover how people in Ethiopia use weavings in their daily lives. Through hands-on activities, art, and imaginative play, this week sparks curiosity and appreciation for cultures around the world.
Splash and Dash Week invites campers to dive into a world of splashy exploration and discovery. Throughout the week, children will investigate how water moves, changes, and shapes the world around us through hands-on activities and playful challenges. Campers will experiment to see what sinks and floats, explore the colors of the rainbow, and design boats to travel across water. They will also discover the power of wind and water, testing which is stronger, and explore creative ways to make water move without touching it. With a mix of outdoor water play and exciting experiments, this week encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and joyful learning, with plenty of chances to get a little wet along the way.
Backyard Adventures Week invites campers to explore the wonders of nature and the excitement of camping right in our own backyard. Throughout the week, children will enjoy hands-on outdoor experiences such as building tents, creating nature-inspired crafts, and working together to complete fun team challenges. Campers will discover plants and animals they might encounter on a camping adventure, explore how a compass works and what it can be used for, and investigate how we are able to see at night while camping. They will also look up at the sky to learn about constellations, explore why campfires are important, and experiment with ways to capture the sun’s rays. This week encourages curiosity, teamwork, and a love for the outdoors through playful exploration and discovery.
Snack Attack Week invites campers to whip up a week full of creativity, exploration, and delicious discovery. Young chefs will explore the world of cooking through hands-on experiences with ingredients, simple food preparation, and playful food science. Campers will turn everyday foods into edible art, practice following recipes, and take part in a friendly snack taste-off to explore flavors and preferences. They will learn the steps involved in making favorites like pizza, discover how butter is made, and explore how taste buds help us experience food. Campers will also explore where food comes from by growing their own ingredients, making this week a flavorful blend of creativity, science, and fun.
Masterpiece Maker Week lets creativity take center stage as campers dive into the colorful world of art and self-expression. Throughout the week, children will explore a wide variety of materials, techniques, and artistic styles while experimenting with painting, sculpture, and mixed-media creations. Campers will paint to the rhythm of music, incorporate sand and texture into their sculptures, and use magnets in unexpected ways to create art. They will draw inspiration from famous artists like Van Gogh and Claude Monet, explore how art can represent the feeling of summer, and experiment with color through weaving projects. This inspiring week encourages imagination, creativity, and confidence as campers express themselves through art in exciting and meaningful ways.
Our beginner camps are designed for the inquisitive nature of our youngest learners. Activities in these camps focus on multisensory exploration and discovery, sparking creativity and joy in learning.
Intermediate camps provide hands-on investigations that build upon children’s growing understanding of the world. These engaging activities encourage problem-solving, collaboration, and curiosity.
Advanced camps challenge older children to deepen their knowledge and develop higher-level thinking skills. Through dynamic, interactive activities, campers gain confidence and enthusiasm for learning.
Every lesson and activity is tailored to meet the developmental needs of each age group.
Camps incorporate the Reggio Emilia and Montessori philosophies, encouraging creativity, independence, and collaboration.
Our trained educators bring expertise and passion to every activity, ensuring that children are supported and inspired.
From creative art projects to hands-on science experiments, our camps balance excitement with meaningful educational experiences.
Children are placed in multi-age classes based on their age at the time of the camp session. This allows them to interact with peers at similar developmental stages while benefiting from collaborative learning.
If you have questions about the appropriate camp level for your child, our school’s Principal is happy to assist you in making the best choice.
Please contact your local Ivybrook Academy campus for specific dates, times, and availability.
