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Calling All Philly-Area Parents: Finding The Best Summer Camp For Your Kid Has Never Been Easier

For kids, summer is all about joy and play as they score a break from school—but for parents, it’s natural to worry that they’ll miss out on months of education, social outings and more. That’s where summer camps come in: They enrich your child’s education without sacrificing any of the summer fun. And because every child has different interests and prefers different activities, it’s worth doing your research to find the perfect camp for your kid.

In the Philly area, there’s no shortage of summer camps—which means that you can be picky in finding the one that’ll best cater to your child’s preferences. We’ve compiled a list of some of the area’s premier camps, ones that feature sports, nature, games, arts and more, so that you can feel confident that this summer will be your kid’s favorite one yet.

AIM Academy

AIM Academy’s Summer Enrichment Program offers four weeks of engaging learning for area students entering Grades 1-12. Small group instruction, STEAM electives, and themed learning helps boost reading, writing, and math skills while decreasing summer learning loss. Join us at AIM in Conshohocken from June 30 – July 25 for summer learning and summer fun. Early bird discounted registration ends February 28!

1200 River Road, Conshohocken, PA 19428 | 215-483-2461 | aimpa.org | IG: @aimacademy

Benchmark Camp

Benchmark Camp, located in Media, PA, combines academics and recreation to create a transformational summer experience for children in rising grades 1-6. In addition to being super fun, Benchmark Camp builds childrens’ executive function skills, self-esteem, and confidence and is especially beneficial for bright kids with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences. Benchmark Camp offers a range of day-length options.

2107 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 | 610-565-3741 | benchmarkschool.org | IG: @benchmark.school

Camp Akiba

“There are no strangers here, only friends you have not met.” Located in the picturesque Poconos, our overnight camp for boys and girls blends time-honored traditions with exciting activities like campfires, gaga, and archery, helping kids unplug, grow, and build lifelong friendships. Join us this summer for unforgettable experiences—contact us today!

300 Camp Akiba Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 | 833-GO-AKIBA | campakiba.com | IG: @camp.akiba

Camp Waukeela

Waukeela, a magical camp in New Hampshire’s White Mountains by Crystal Lake, offers girls ages 7-17 unforgettable summers of confidence, friendships, and adventure. With 100+ years of experience, Waukeela creates life-changing memories through 2, 3½, and 7-week sessions, filled with creativity, community, and connection to nature. Waukeela campers learn to love who they are and that kindness is cool!

23 Brownfield Road, Eaton Center, New Hampshire, 03832 | 603-447-2260 | waukeela.com | IG: @camp_waukeela

Center School

Center School’s Summer Learning and Enrichment Program is for students entering grades 1-8. The morning session focuses on targeted instruction in literacy using Wilson® Fundations® and Wilson® Just Words®. It also focuses on building math competencies to enhance number sense and problem-solving. The afternoon session will include enrichment programming such as physical fitness, STEM, music, and creative arts classes. Taught by qualified instructors in each field, students will be immersed in several hands-on activities!
Center School, 2450 Hamilton Avenue, Abington, PA 19001 | 215-657-2200 | centerschoolpa.org | IG: @centerschoolpa

ESF Summer Camps

Since 1982, ESF Camps offers enriching experiences with award-winning programs, adult staff, premier facilities, and a commitment to safety for campers of all ages and interests. Locations: Friends Select School and Norwood-Fontbonne Academy (Philadelphia, PA), The Haverford School (Haverford, PA), Devon Preparatory School (Devon, PA), Montgomery School (Chester Springs, PA), William Allen Middle School (Moorestown, NJ), Chapin School (Princeton, NJ), Sanford School (Hockessin, DE).

Also, learn more about The Phillies Baseball Academy and Jr. 76ers Basketball Camps, powered by ESF at premier locations in PA, NJ and DE.

ESF Camp Headquarters: 750 E. Haverford Road in Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 | 800-529-CAMP (2267) | esfcamps.com | IG: @esfcamps

Falcon Hill Camp

With boundless opportunities explore, grow, and play, enroll your children ages 3-13 at Falcon Hill Camp this summer, hosted by Holy Child School at Rosemont in Bryn Mawr. Spanning 8 fun-filled weeks from June to August, our camps, weekly themes, and special experiences, like an all-ages “splash day” to beat the heat, bring new excitement to the summer!

1344 Montgomery Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 | 215-554-6168 | holychildrosemont.org | IG: @holychildrosemont

Germantown Academy Summer Camps

Germantown Academy Summer Camps is the ultimate in flexibility and discovery on 126 acres in nearby Fort Washington. Whether for one week or all eight, your child can create their own summer adventure where they can swim every day in our indoor pool, fly through the trees on our zipline, bake a delicious cake in our kitchen, become an elite athlete on our fields and courts, sing their heart out in “Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition)” on our stage, and/or create a mantle-worthy art in our studios. Whatever your child wants to be, whatever your child wants to try, make GA Summer Camps your family’s destination this summer. Register today!

340 Morris Road, Fort Washington, PA 19034-0287 | 267-405-7321 | gacamp.org | IG: @gadaycamp

 

Germantown Friends School Summer Camps

Summertime at GFS invites children of all ages to explore and cultivate their unique interests, engage in the community surrounding Germantown Friends School, and foster new friendships during the summer. With our EPIC Day Camp, Sports Camps, Coding, STEM, Music, Theatre and Gaming Camps, there is something for everyone. Join us as we explore, play, imagine, and create!

31 W. Coulter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | 267-323-3474 | germantownfriends.org | IG: @germantownfriends

Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School

Ignite your passions this summer with GMAHS! From 3D printing and robotics to gardening, culinary arts, and sports, our camps inspire creativity through hands-on learning for grades 4-12. Create your own musical, explore global cultures, master genetic engineering, or prep for high school success. Spaces are limited – Register today!

1345 Sumneytown Pike, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19022 | 215-646-8815 | gmahs.org | IG: @gmahighschool

Hill Top Summer Adventures

Our Summer Adventure Program offers a one-of-a-kind experience for neurodiverse learners in grades 2–12, with a variety of options tailored to each age group. Our offerings include Summer Adventures, a fun and social day camp for grades 2–9, Pathways to Independence, a program for grades 10–12 focused on building essential life skills, and Esports & Technology, a dynamic mix of gaming, technology, and teamwork for grades 6–12.
As part of Pathways to Independence, we also provide the PEERS® Program, an evidence-based social skills curriculum, which can be added to any of our programs. With a 5:1 staff-to-camper ratio, we prioritize personalized attention and create a supportive environment where friendships and growth can flourish. Many families use ESY funding, and we collaborate with school districts to simplify enrollment.
737 S. Ithan Avenue Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 | 610-527-3230 | hilltopprep.org | IG: @hilltopprep

Music Theatre Philly

MTP Summer Camps are led by professional actors, dancers, directors, and choreographers in our spacious, Center City studios. Camps explore popular musicals and movie themes each week, and are perfect for both a beginner or more seasoned performer.

1301 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | 445-223-2683 | musictheatrephilly.com | IG: @musictheatrephilly

St. Joseph’s Preparatory School

Pre-7th and Pre-8th graders meet new friends from all over the Delaware Valley at our city campus while enhancing their math, science, and leadership skills and enjoying games and theater workshops. They can also continue (or start!) their journey as athletes with football, crew, basketball, and lacrosse camps led by our nationally recognized coaching staff. 1, 2, and 3-week camps.

1733 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 215-978-1958 | sjprep.org | IG: @st_josephs_prep

Summer at the Mount

Experience a Summer of Sisterhood! Summer at the Mount is everything the 2nd highest Niche ranked Catholic girls school in PA has to offer, plus sunshine! Each year, the Mount invites middle school girls to enjoy a variety of fun new experiences through immersive, hands-on camps. There is something for everyone, with camp choices ranging from STEM and various Sports, to Glee, Visual Arts and Culinary.
Flexible schedules are designed to allow campers with varied interests to enroll in multiple camps and tailor their own unique experience. Camps are for girls entering grades 5-9 and begin in June.
120 W Wissahickon Avenue, Flourtown, PA 19031 | 215-233-3177 | msjacad.org | IG: @mountsaintjosephacademy

Summer Discovery

As the industry leader in pre-college summer enrichment programs, Summer Discovery has been inspiring young minds for over 58 years. Our university partners design exclusive curriculum and hand select course instructors that provide Summer Discovery students with the most authentic academic college experience. It’s no wonder Summer Discovery is the #1 Summer Enrichment Program Recommended by High School College Counselors.

1326 Old Northern Boulevard, Roslyn, NY 11576 | 516-447-4907 | summerdiscovery.com | IG: @summerdiscovery

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia

Summer camp at the Waldorf School of Philadelphia is an engaging, relevant, and connected experience. Our programs are tailored to your child’s stage of development and are open to children ages 3-14. It’s a whole new way to discover the joys of summer.

admissions@phillywaldorf.com | 215-248-1662 | phillywaldorf.com | IG: @phillywaldorf

Woodlynde School

Make this summer unforgettable! Woodlynde School Summer Camp offers a perfect balance of academics and adventure for students from kindergarten to post-grad. With mornings dedicated to academic exploration and afternoons immersed in arts, athletics, outdoor fun, and field trips, students thrive in an environment that inspires fun, learning, and personal growth.
445 Upper Gulph Road, Strafford, PA 19087 | 610-293-6612 | woodlynde.org | IG: @woodlyndeschool