Philly Parents: Here’s Your Guide to the Area’s Best Summer Camps
Summer is when memories are made—on fields, in art studios, outdoors, and everywhere in between. Defined by exploration and possibility, the season invites kids to try new things, build confidence, and connect. Summer camps help shape those experiences, offering structure and support while keeping the focus on fun.
With so many programs across the Philly area, narrowing down the options can feel overwhelming. This guide spotlights some of the region’s standout summer camps to help families find the right fit.
AIM Academy
Summer at AIM is a four-week camp program for students entering grades 1–12. Guided by experienced AIM faculty, students strengthen essential skills in reading, writing, comprehension, and math through engaging small-group learning and interactive projects. The program builds confidence, critical thinking, and a love of learning in a supportive and fun summer environment.
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 really fun, Benchmark Camp builds children’s 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
Delaware Valley Friends School: Summer Camp
DV Friends Summer Academic Program offers one-hour, one-on-one multisensory reading sessions with O-G–trained instructors, customized to each student’s needs, skills, and goals. An optional small-group math workshop reinforces foundational concepts and helps prevent summer slide. Programs serve rising 1st–12th graders, run weekdays June 29–July 31, with sessions scheduled by families between 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., all concluding by noon.
ESF Summer Camps
ESF Summer Camps offer good old-fashioned fun, learning, and ESF MAXJOY for campers ages 3-14. Programs vary by locations and include Traditional Day Camp, Multi-Sports Camp, Tennis Camp Specialty STEAM Camps, Phillies Baseball Academy and Jr. 76ers Basketball Camps. Each day is filled with classic camp traditions, outdoor adventures, hands-on activities that allow kids to be kids as well as exciting new experiences – all coming together to create lasting friendships and unforgettable summer memories.
ESF Camp Headquarters: 750 E. Haverford Road in Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 | 800-529-CAMP (2267) | esfcamps.com | IG: @esfcamps
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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 9 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 
FCS Summer Programs
FCS Summer Programs offer varied experiences, filled with endless fun and excitement, for children ages 3 to 17. Our Summer Programs are managed by Friends’ Central teachers who are invested in our community and committed to providing a positive, enriching, and safe camp experience for every child. Our traditional day camps and specialty camps, we have something engaging for everyone!
1101 City Ave. Wynnewood, PA 19106 | 610-645-5132| fcsprograms.org | IG: @fcssummer
Germantown Academy Summer Camps
Germantown Academy Summer Camps offer children ages 4 to 15 a fun and engaging day camp experience, competitive sports camps, and specialized camps in the arts, technology, theater, and even cooking! At GA Summer Camps, you can have as many experiences as you like for one week or all eight weeks on a beautiful 126-acre campus in nearby Fort Washington, PA.
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
1345 Sumneytown Pike, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19022 | 215-646-8815 | gmahs.org | IG: @gmahighschool
Music Theatre Philly
Music Theatre Philly Camps explore popular musicals and movie themes each week and are perfect for both a beginner or more seasoned performer. Four distinct age groups offer something unique for your camper. Ages 3-5, Grades K-2, Grades 3-6, Grades 7-12.
1301 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | 445-223-2683 | musictheatrephilly.com | IG: @musictheatrephilly
St. Joseph’s Preparatory School
Make the most of your summer at Prep U! This three-week program brings learning and fun together with engaging core classes, inspiring speakers, lunch, and rotating activities on our Philadelphia campus. Meet new friends from across the Delaware Valley while growing mind, heart, soul, and character. Early-bird pricing ends March 31—register now!
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. Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird discount!
connect@almapartners.net | 215-248-1662 | phillywaldorf.com | IG: @phillywaldorf
