Living Greenwich Best Greenwich CT Summer Camp Guide

Welcome to the 2023 Living Greenwich Summer Camps & Programs Guide – a trusted resource for Greenwich area parents seeking in-depth information on the best summer camps and programs available for their children.

The summer months are an important time in the lives of our children. Summer is the time that young people can discover and explore their talents, pursue new interests and make new friendships!

This year’s edition of our guide is designed to introduce you to the most compelling summer camps and programs available to toddlers-through-teens who live in (and around) Greenwich. Included herein are places, providers, programs and summer experiences that are certain to change and enrich the lives of your children in exceedingly powerful ways.

Where to begin? The 2023 Edition of our Living Greenwich Summer Camps & Programs Guide shines the light on a diverse array of camp and program categories: Arts/Culture/Recreation, Educational/Academic, Multi-Discipline, Sports, Overnight Camps, and Traditional Day Camps. Since many of these programs offer a variety of activities and experiential opportunities to their attendees, we strongly suggest taking the time to read the full details for each camp to get an informed sense as to the experiences furnished by each provider.

Without further ado, here’s our 2023 selection of Summer Camps and Programs that will amuse, entertain, educate, and inspire your children while simultaneously generating new relationships, accomplishments, and smile-filled moments for them all along the way!

(Note: Featured image above courtesy of Long Ridge Camp | Great Campers and a Terrific Staff! and featured home page hero images courtesy of (L to R) Long Ridge Camp | Great Campers and a Terrific Staff!, YWCA Greenwich | 2023 Summer Camps, and Clay Art Center | Discover the Art of Summer.)

Living Greenwich Camps + Programs Showcase 2022

Camp Seton Greenwich Summer Camp

Camp Seton is Celebrating over 60 years of Adventure.

Located in Greenwich, CT on 238-acres of private woodlands with 2 lakes and over 5 miles of hiking trails. Camp Seton is open to youth with or without Scouting experience. Outdoor programs are designed and provided for the various age groups that attend our camp. We have a six-week summer program from July 5th through August 11th, 2023.

Cub Scout Camp

(BOYS AND GIRLS GRADES 2-5) Nothing Stirs the imagination or interest of a young child like spending time in the outdoors. Each week campers will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities from fishing, campfires, boating, swimming, handicrafts, archery, BB’s, hiking, bouldering and more! Boys and Girls are separated by Dens and meet together for the Friday campfire program.

Scout Adventure Camp

(BOYS AND GIRLS GRADES 6-8) Our outdoor programs are designed for all youth with or without Scouting experience! Each week campers will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities from fishing, campfires, canoeing, swimming, axe and whittling skills, archery, riflery, climbing, orienteering, and more!

Camp Seton is located at 363 Riversville Road in Greenwich, CT. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. – 3p.m.

Visit our website to register online and learn even more about Camp Seton!

Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs

Choate Summer Programs has a rich 105+ year history of supporting students’ education. Each summer, Choate’s world-class teachers provide engaging and innovative curriculum for learners to pursue their creativity, curiosity and passion for discovery. The academic enrichment courses provide students the opportunity to explore new concepts and challenge them to achieve academic goals before the next school year.

Middle and high school students advance their skills in 5-week, 4-week, or 2-week Academic Enrichment Program with course options ranging from Digital Filmmaking to Invention and Design Lab. 2-week academic workshops as well as specialty programs like Immersion Geometry and Choate John F. Kennedy ‘35 Institute in Government provide opportunities for students to grow their intellectual passions.

Day and boarding options are available along with campus afternoon activities and local educational trips. Additional programs offer a fine arts-focused Young Artists Program in performing and visual arts for grades K-7 and Visual Arts Lab for grades 6-11, and a Summer Music Festival for viola, violin, and cello players of all ages.

The Middle and High School Academic Enrichment Program includes a wide array of courses and program offerings. Browse them here.

Additional Information About Choate Rosemary Hall

Each summer students are guided through their coursework by dedicated teachers who demonstrate expertise in curriculum, technology, and interactive instruction.

Visit our website to learn more and start an application today!

Summer Programs run in various sessions June 25, 2023 to July 28, 2023.

Clay Art Center

Have your kids unplug with mud and discover the mindfulness benefits of working with clay at Clay Art Center’s award winning weekly themed half and full-day summer camps for children and teens ages 7 – 15.

In the classroom, aspiring young artists will develop their imaginations and build confidence, while working in the transformational medium of clay. Our nurturing teachers, who specialize in kindling a passion for creative expression in children, know how to make our camps special by creating an atmosphere of learning, fun and friendship.

Focusing on wheel throwing, hand-building and sculpture, campers will be shown a variety of techniques on and off the wheel. In today’s technology driven world your child will discover the satisfaction of creating something with their own hands. They will craft everything from mythical creatures, animals and world culture artifacts to handmade cups, bowls and plates that your family will treasure forever.

Sample weekly camps include: Ancient Architects, Perfect Pets, Wheel and Beyond, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Amazing Animals, Master the Masters, Out of this World, Candy Crush and many more.

Winner Westchester Family Favorite 2018 and Kids Out and About Reader Favorite 2020.

Discover the Art of Summer – Make Friends, Memories and Art at Clay Art Center!

Weekly camps run from June 26 – August 18
Morning Camp (9am – 12pm) $310/week
Afternoon Camp (1pm – 4pm) $310/week
Full-Day Camp (9am – 4pm) $515/week

Early Bird Drop Off options available during registration.
Registration opens March 1 online at https://www.clayartcenter.org
Register before March 15th to receive a 10% discount.

Scholarships applications available upon request.

40 Beech Street, Port Chester, NY 10573
Tel: 914-937-2047
Contact: Lucy McGrath, Program Manager
Questions? Email: camp@clayartcenter.org

Forman Summer Program | Summer Coed Boarding & Day Camp for Students With Learning Differences

The Forman Summer Program, a coed boarding and day camp, takes place on the Forman School campus in Litchfield, CT, during the month of July. The program is a dynamic balance of academics and recreation for students entering grades 7-11 who learn differently.

Under the guidance of expert faculty and staff, students discover their unique learning styles, while being inspired, challenged, and empowered. They develop effective and tactical classroom and study strategies, learn self-advocacy, and gain lasting confidence in their abilities.

Mornings are spent working with teachers in a tight-knit class setting, averaging six students per class. In courses from math comprehension to reading and writing, teachers build on students’ individual strengths and address key challenges, leveraging best-in-class learning strategies and assistive technologies. All students take three focused courses, which provide tailored instructions based on their unique learning profiles.

Afternoons are defined by each student’s passion, providing the chance to deepen an existing one or discover new interests. On a 125-acre campus and at local facilities, students participate in two to four activities of their choice daily, including golf, tennis, soccer, swimming, fishing, rock climbing, fitness training, boat building, horseback riding, and more.

Evenings are enriched with community events that nurture personal growth, a positive mindset, and interpersonal skills. Weekends include on-and-off-campus activities, from sports to arts and team building. During Saturday expeditions, students enjoy the natural beauty of summer in northwest Connecticut. On Sundays, students have the option of trips to movies, shopping, or neighboring homemade ice cream shops.

Greenwich Audubon Center | 2023 Summer Nature Day Camp

Greenwich Audubon Center is excited to offer our Summer Nature Day Camp in 2023!

We are offering 8 weeks of fun-filled activities, outdoor experiences, and adventure. You can sign up for any combination of weeks, and we will have two age groups: The Explorers (Ages 5-7) and the Adventurers (Ages 8-11).

Each week, campers at Greenwich Audubon Center’s Summer Nature Day Camp explore nature in a fun, safe environment within our sanctuary. Our camp fosters curiosity through outdoor discovery, helping campers develop an understanding of the natural world. These unique experiences and adventures can grow into a lifelong appreciation for our environment! Our camp days are filled with a variety of activities—including hiking, pond and stream exploration, crafts, nature-themed games, and live animal interactions.

This summer, we will also host the return of three age-specific tracks of programming based on the unique seasonal changes we see at our center as the summer progresses! These tracks enable campers attending a single week only to receive the “quintessential Audubon experience,” while also making certain returning campers have new and exciting things to do!

  • June 26th – July 14th – The Birds are Back in Town
  • July 17th – August 4th – The Hawk Days of Summer
  • August 7th – August 18th – It’s Migration Time

Camp Registration will open the week of March 13th! For more information, please reach out to our Camp Director, Christian Alexander, or visit our website!

Greenwich Historical Society | Art and History Camp

Now is the perfect time to start planning summer fun for the children in your life. At the Greenwich Historical Society’s unique and highly interactive Art and History Camp, kids learn important skills while exploring Connecticut’s colonial history and the works of the Cos Cob Art Colony through games, crafts and hands-on fun.

Creative young minds will spend time in our historic gardens and barn, exploring their surroundings using art, science, and old-fashioned ingenuity under the guidance of professional educators and artists. Space is limited!

Additional Details

Monday–Friday 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Senior Art & History Camp, week of July 10 (rising 5–8 graders)
Junior History Camp, week of July 17 (rising 2–4 graders)
Junior Art Camp, week of July 24 (rising 2–4 graders)

1 Week: $450, 2 Weeks: $800.

Early bird registration: Save $50 per week if you register by April 14

Have two kids coming the same week? Enjoy our sibling discount: $800 for two kids (A $100 saving!)

Register at greenwichhistory.org/art-and-history-camp

King School Summer Institute

Make this summer a time for discovering new skills, exploring new subjects, and having fun.

Register your child today for Summer Institute (SI) where students Kindergarten-Grade 12 are taught in small classes by King’s outstanding teachers and coaches.

Middle and high school classes allow students to pursue their academic passions and accelerate their progress in the next academic year. Academic courses are offered in the fields of math, science, computer science, performing arts, visual arts, and global studies. Many courses earn student academic credit. Classes vary from three weeks to six weeks.

Fun Camp is a STEAM-based camp that allows younger students, Kindergarten-Grade 5, to grow and learn while keeping in mind each age group’s physical, emotional, and intellectual needs. Children love the activities and field trips. Join us for all six weeks or a combination of weeks.

Sports clinics, for Grades 1-12, offer students who want to engage their bodies along with their minds, and push themselves to be their best in a variety of sports. Clinics are offered for days or weeks.

Learn more about our summer offerings by visiting our website. Registration opens on February 1.

Long Ridge Camp

Founded in 1962, Long Ridge Camp is proud to be celebrating 60+ years of special summers provided by the Alswanger family and our dedicated staff!

Long Ridge Camp in Stamford is Fairfield County’s Leading Summer Day Camp, serving a traditional day camp experience to campers from Fairfield & Westchester Counties ages 3 to 14.

Our campers are offered a wide variety of activities that add up to a well balanced experience that includes Sports, Arts, Swimming, & Adventure! Special activities and visiting performers enhance our usual routine throughout the summer.

Campers from Greenwich love spending their summers at LRC every year! LRC offers convenient transportation options from Greenwich, Old Greenwich, Riverside, Cos Cob & Glenville.

Long Ridge Camp is truly a very special place for making friends and memories that last a lifetime!

NOTE: Long Ridge Camp has very limited openings. Register NOW for the best chance to secure your spot.

Purchase College - State University of New York | 2023 Youth and Precollege Programs

We are looking forward to summer 2023 with great optimism!

As always, we are committed to providing high-quality summer enrichment programs for your family. This summer, we will offer 1, 2, and 4 week in-person* programs with many of the same instructors you know and love.
*subject to change due to COVID related conditions

The Youth Programs in the Arts at Purchase College for elementary and middle school ages provide a unique opportunity to spend the summer exploring the visual and performing arts—and more!—under the guidance of experienced instructors and practicing artists. These youth programs are designed to enable the exploration of a variety of artistic genres.

The Precollege Programs in the Arts at Purchase College are for high school students who are passionate artists, actors, performers, musicians, filmmakers, or writers who may have an interest in pursuing these disciplines on a college level. These programs provide portfolio building, audition technique training, and college application enhancement opportunities. Institute students earn certificates based on participation and attendance.

We believe that summer enrichment is powerful and potentially transformational. Be inspired by our scenic campus, learn new skills from amazing artists and educators, and create with other students who share your passion!

Important Dates

Registration begins: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Early Registration Discount Deadline: Friday, May 5 | Save 10% when you pay in full!
Open House: Saturday, April 15, 2023 | Meet the instructors and take a tour the college! RSVP Now

Session I: June 26 – July 7 (No classes on Tuesday, July 4)
Session II: July 10 – 21
Session III: July 24 – August 4

Winston Prep Connecticut - Summer Programs 2023

Enroll Your Child in Winston Prep Connecticut’s Summer Program 2023.

It’s that time of the year again! Winston Preparatory School Connecticut is gearing up for its 2023 Summer Enrichment Program, June 28th until July 28th. As an extension of Winston Prep’s educational philosophy, the Summer Program offers a highly individualized learning environment for students grades 4-12 with learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD and nonverbal learning disabilities (NVLD). The Summer Program is a comprehensive day program that will both enhance academic skills and foster independence for your child.

What makes Winston Prep unique is our commitment to an in-depth understanding of each student. We accomplish this through Winston Prep’s Continuous Feedback process, designed to gain a deeper comprehension of each student while building a strong community.

Students are grouped based on their skill level and learning style, and participate in Winston Prep’s unique daily one-to-one Focus Program with a Focus Teacher geared towards their greatest needs.

Located in Norwalk, Connecticut, the month-long program is designed to develop language, encoding/decoding, reading comprehension, writing, math, test preparation, organization and time management skills at each student’s appropriate level. For an additional fee, students can participate in after school extracurricular activities. Students don’t need to be registered in the morning program to attend the after school program.

Winston Prep Connecticut’s community is a vibrant place where students, teachers, staff and families come together to create a unique and expert learning environment. Every child brings something unique to the Winston Prep experience and diversity and inclusion from around the globe is embraced at each school.

For more information, please contact our Summer Enrichment Program Director Jordan Yannotti at ctsummerprogram@winstonprep.edu or call (203)229-0465 (x5645) or visit winstonprep.edu.

YWCA Greenwich

We are looking forward to a summer of fun at YWCA Greenwich this year! Summertime at YWCA Greenwich means fun activities in a safe environment for boys and girls, ages 15 months to Pre-Teen.

Our beautiful indoor facility with swimming pool, gymnasium, STEAM Lab, classrooms and 6.5 acre property, located in central Greenwich, can accommodate small groups of children and a variety of recreational and educational opportunities. Camp TAYITO, for school aged children, is one of only three camps in Greenwich that is accredited by the American Camp Association.

YWCA Greenwich will follow all federal, state and local guidelines, including the guidance of the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, in all aspects of the operation of our summer programs and the maintenance of the facility in order to promote the health and safety of its participants. Our facility has been thoroughly sanitized and will follow strict cleaning and screening protocols every day.

True to our mission of empowering women and girls, we also offer our Girls Circle Summer Camp that helps girls from 11-13 years old develop new interests and inner strength.