Summer Camp In Summerville
Discover the Joy of Learning at Ivybrook Summer Camp
As summer approaches, it's time to plan for vacations, playdates, pool days, and the exciting adventures of summer camp! We are thrilled to announce that registration for Ivybrook Summer Camp Summerville is now open. Join us for a memorable experience where your child can have a blast exploring our diverse summer sessions while continuing to learn and grow.
At Ivybrook Academy Summerville, we believe that learning never stops, even when the school year ends. Our Preschool Summer Camp is specially designed for children aged 2 to 6, providing them with a fun-filled opportunity to learn and play. With engaging themes and age-appropriate activities, our camp offers a stimulating environment where children can thrive. They will be grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels to ensure an optimal learning experience. Please reach out to Ivybrook Academy Summerville for specific information on available camp weeks.
Our camp is designed to engage children in activities, games, and exploration that make learning an enjoyable and seamless experience. Just like our other programs, our half-day summer camp strikes a balance between productive learning and quality family time, ensuring a fulfilling experience for your child.
Engaging Summer Camp Programs for Kids
Summer Camp Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Topic: ArtTastic
Vibrant hues of colors, abstract creations, and sculptural designs will line the halls as our artists create, create, create! Enthusiasm for a wide array of visual arts ranging from collage to stained glass will be fostered during art exploration. Techniques, textures, and various art mediums will be presented. Campers will gain confidence as they discover their knack for the aesthetically beautiful!
Some of the questions we will be answering include:
- Can we paint the color of music?
- Which materials will I choose for my Kandinsky collage?
- How will I investigate the lost art of pinch pots?
- What is the Batik art technique?
Topic: Pirates and Princesses
Come on an enchanted journey to the time of pirates and princesses. We will jump into the world of make believe and watch as these historic characters come to life before our eyes! We will also hear stories of amazing wonder and magical creatures. Children will be fascinated by these mesmerizing tales that will captivate their imaginations! Join us as we create castles, design crowns, build shops, and reenact stories.
Together we will research:
- How many rings will I get on the Pirate Hook toss game?
- Can I create a treasure map?
- Can I “walk the plank” without getting wet?
- What will I learn when I conduct the exploding treasure chest experiment?
Topic: Water Works
Splash into a wonderful week of water fun! Sprinklers and water tables will cover the gardens and playgrounds. Children will create their own water toys and play soggy games. We will also bring our water fun indoors as we utilize water to create paintings, scented art, and large murals. Campers will be sure to splish and splash so bring your bathing suit, water toys, and towels.
This week we will be wondering:
- Will water move our water wheel?
- Are oil and water friends?
- What do I need for a game of Ready, Set, Splash?
- Who will win the sling and soak challenge?
Topic: Make It, Bake It, Take It
Our teachers will be welcoming your child to a week filled with healthy snacks . Our chefs will don their aprons and chef hats as they create delicious recipes! We will explore the world of the culinary arts as we measure, sift, stir, and create masterpieces. This is sure to be a fun week of camp.
Some of the activities we will participate in are:
- How can I use healthy eating habits to help me prepare a special snack at home?
- What kinds of snacks do children around the world enjoy?
- Can I follow a recipe to create a mixture that I can bake at home?
- How can I create art using food?
Topic: Science Lab: Machines and Magnets
Is your child the next Albert Einstein or Sir Isaac Newton? Come find out as our junior scientists discover the many mysteries of machines and magnets. Lab coats and magnets will be needed as we move from hypothesis to conclusion with fun daily activities. Our children will complete in-depth investigations utilizing the scientific method. Creating unique machines will be sure to keep our children wondering, discovering, and investigating all week.
The following are just some of the questions we will answer this week:
- • Which objects can I move using my lever machine?
- • Can I create magnet slime?
- • Which inclined plane will work best for the marble run?
- • What is a Rube-Goldberg machine and how do I create one?
Topic: Junior Olympics
Ready, set, go! Our young Olympians will start the week with a formal opening ceremony as they participate in the March of the Countries. They will then take part in Track and Field, Gymnastics, “Water Polo,” and many other fun events. These sporting events will focus on teamwork, large muscle skills, and good sportsmanship. We will end the week with the awards presentations where everyone is a gold medalist.
The following are just some the questions we will be answering throughout the week:
- Can I design a unique Olympic flag?
- How can I throw the dizzy discus?
- What will my measurement be for the long jump?
- Can teamwork help us win the bobsled challenge?
Experience the joy of Summer Camp in Summerville at Ivybrook Academy and give your child a summer they'll never forget. Contact us online or call (843) 865-6101 to learn more information.
