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Camp Play · Summer at Spark

Summer mornings, full of possibility.

Science, art, cooking, and outdoor adventures. Small groups and familiar, credentialed teachers give children ages 3–13 room to explore.

Our 2026 camp season has ended. Ask us about the next Camp Play.

Ask about next summer See the camp experience
Ages 3–13 8:30 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PM Credentialed teachers
A child running with a flowing scarf on Spark Academy's playground
A little fresh air. A lot of joy. Camp Play
For your child
Ages 3–13Four groups, matched to their stage
Their morning
8:30 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PMMonday–Friday · Morning camp
The Spark team
Credentialed teachersThe same team as our school-year programs

Summer Discovery

Room to roam. Reasons to wonder.

A morning of making, moving, experimenting, and playing. Activities change, with the structure and care of Spark's school-year programs running through every day.

  • Curiosity at work. Science experiments, art, and cooking invite them to try an idea.
  • Room for imagination. LEGO building and dramatic play turn ideas into something shared.
  • Time outside. Games, movement, and fresh-air adventures.
Guided by Dr. Michelle Peterson →
A morning of summer discoveries A paper kite, nature notebook and magnifying glass evoke open-air play and close observation.
Camp Play · Ages 3–13

Familiar teachers, summer rhythm: hands-on science, kitchen creations, LEGO challenges, and outdoor games led by our credentialed school-year team.

Four Age Groups

A group that grows with them.

Our 2026 campers explored in four age groups, each with its own activity plan and staff.

Little Explorers
Ages 3 & 4
Adventure Builders
Ages 5 & 6
Trailblazers
Ages 7 & 8
Summit Squad
Ages 9–13

Previous season · For reference

A look back at summer 2026.

June 1–July 31, 2026, with no camp June 29–July 3. Eight weeks and 40 camp mornings, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM⁠–⁠noon.

These are the 2026 dates and rates. Contact us for next-season details before planning your summer.

2026 Camp Play · 8:30 AM⁠–⁠12:00 PM

Day rateIndividual days · Reduced from $50
$45 / day
5+ day packAny five or more days across the summer
$45 / day
Full summerAll eight weeks · $37.50 per morning
$1,500
Sibling discountSecond child and beyond
10% off

The full-summer option included a $250 non-refundable deposit, applied toward tuition.

Common Questions

Questions about our 2026 camp.

Helpful reference details on age groups, morning hours, flexible day packs, and sibling discounts from our 2026 Camp Play season.

What ages can attend Camp Play?
Camp Play is open to children ages 3 through 13. Children are divided into four age-based groups (3/4, 5/6, 7/8, and 9–13) so every activity and interaction is matched to your child's developmental stage.
What are the hours?
Camp runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Drop-off begins at 8:30 and pickup is at noon.
Do I have to commit to the full summer?
No. You can register for individual days, individual weeks, or the full eight-week session. The pricing structure rewards longer commitments — but the day rate is always available for families who need flexibility.
What happens during the week of June 29 – July 3?
Camp is closed that week. Camp Play runs for eight total weeks between June 1 and July 31, with one week off for the Fourth of July holiday.
Is there a sibling discount?
Yes. Families with more than one child enrolled receive a 10% discount on the second child and beyond.

Camp Play · Summer at Spark

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