Summer Camp Round Up. There are numerous options in the city for your child to enjoy some time away from the TV and even to learn new things or make new friends. Several of these options are located right in our own backyard. When choosing the right summer camp make sure to look into served food (in case of allergies) as well as if they offer bus pick ups or drop offs.
Registration for most camps is already taking place, so make sure you get a spot before they are all filled up!
*** Many Earlybird discounts are ending this week, so don’t forget to register before you miss the deadline!***
Kidville in FiDi
Kidville offers a variety of day camps for different ages. Classes are offered in 2, 8, 12 and 16-week increments and are held in an air-conditioned, clean, safe environment. There is also a “Frozen”-themed and a superhero-themed camp for the many fans out there.
Address: 40 Gold Street
Ages: 18 months – 5 years
Cost: Starts around $1500
FiDi Families Insiders: Some are drop-off camps, others are “separation optional” for caregivers that want to remain with the kids.
For more information, please visit http://www.kidville.com.
Pine Street School/Green Ivy
Pine Street School offers a day camp experience for children with a global perspective. Each week centers around a specific theme, and campers explore the themes with a multidisciplinary approach under the guidance of camp teachers, as well as guest artists and workshop leaders. Each week’s theme connects campers to global awareness and understanding that represents the foundation of Pine Street School’s philosophy.
Address: 25 Pine Street
Ages: 2-9 (entering 3rd grade)
Cost: Half- day camp= $525/week and full-day camp= $775/week
FiDi Families Insiders: An early bird discount is offered if you register before March 31st. They also offer sibling and multiple week discounts.
For more information, please visit http://www.greenivyschools.com/.
Butter Beans Food & Garden Summer Camp
This camp is a complete farm-to-table summer experience for city slickin’ kids ready for adventures through the food landscape of NYC. They’ll explore the full spectrum of the food cycle through activities like planting seeds and harvesting fresh food, to cooking seasonal summer lunches, and writing our own cookbooks.
Address: 324 West 15th Street (Corlears School)
Ages: 5-11 years
Cost: Full day camp= $1350/2 weeks
FiDi Families Insiders: This cost includes a camp t-shirt, Butter Beans water bottle, welcome bag, all meals and snacks and transportation to and from all field trips.
Sign up before March 15th for an Earlybird 10% discount.
For more information, please visit http://butterbeanskitchen.com/.
Launch Math & Science Center’s Summer Camp
Launch Math & Science Center offers full-day and half-day summer camp options for an educational way for your child to spend their summer. There are several different themes offered for the different age groups, including Boundless Biology, Coding and Gaming and Rocking Robotics.
Address: 124 Hudson Street (for downtown options)
Ages: 4-12 years
Cost: Half-day camp (starts at $415) and full-day camp ($745)
FiDi Families Insiders: Optional services such as early drop-off, late pick-up, and lunch supervison are available.
For more information, please visit http://www.launchmath.com.
Downtown Dance Factory
Downtown Dance Factory offers weekly programs throughout July and early August. Each week-long session will offer your preschool or school-aged child a wide range of dance and performing arts-related options, including sessions in jazz/hip hop, musical theater, tap, urban cheer and more. No prior experience is necessary!
Address: 291 Broadway
Ages: Full-day (children born 2004 – 2010) and half-day (3 and 4 year olds as of June 30th 2015)
Cost: Full-day ($615/week) and half-day ($390/week)
FiDi Families Insiders: This year, Downtown Dance Factory is offering Full Day-Extended that offers after-program care for an additional cost Monday-Thursday.
For more information, please visit http://www.downtowndancefactory.com.
New York Kids Club Summer Day Camp
Join the NY Kids Club for an unforgettable summer of Storyland Adventures! Campers will explore Dr. Seuss’s classic “Horton Hears a Who!”, jump into Roald Dahl’s timeless “James and the Giant Peach”, and experience Neverland with the mischievous Peter Pan, the Lost Boys and the beloved Wendy Darling. Many other all-time favorites will be explored, as children participate in art, gymnastics, creative movement, science, sports, cooking, karate, and yoga.
Address: 88 Leonard Street
Ages: 2 1/2- 6 years
Cost: Starts at $375
FiDi Families Insiders: Registration is available on a week by week basis, 2, 3 or 5 days per week, 9:00a-12:00p or 9:00a-2:00p.
For more information, please visit http://www.nykidsclub.com.
The Quad Summer Camp
Each day’s activities are embedded with The Quad’s skill-building curriculum designed to meet the needs of each individual camper by our team of special educators and psych-social consultants. University upperclassmen from around the country assist in the classrooms, supervised by directors and the core staff. The result: a 3:1 ratio that allows for individualized and differentiated fun for each child’s gifts and challenges.
Address: 291 Broadway Suite
Ages: Pre-K – 8th grade
Cost: $7,295 for a 6 week session
FiDi Families Insiders: The offer after-camp services such as tutoring and after-camp care.
For more information, please visit http://www.thequadmanhattan.com/.
Manhattan Youth Downtown Day Camp
Their curriculum is designed to bring the “country day camp” experience to New York City. They introduce children to a wide variety of activities in order to broaden their interests and experiences. They emphasize aquatics, athletics and extensive arts programming for a well-rounded experience. They want your children to be successful in the activities they offer and the relationships they build.
Address: 120 Warren St.
Ages: Kindergarten- 8th grade
Cost: Starts at $2,095
FiDi Families Insiders: The link below includes a video for a more complete understanding of what Manhattan Youth offers.
For more information, please visit http://www.manhattanyouth.org/.
DUSC Soccer Summer Camp
With over 25 years of experience, DUSC presents the most thrilling soccer camp in New York City. Coaching staff are dedicated to providing the best soccer experience for children of all ages and abilities. They provide technical sessions, small-sided games and tournaments for daily learning and fun. Other activities include water park and activities at Pier 25 and the ever popular water gun wars on Fridays.
Address: Pier 40
Ages: 5- 13 years
Cost: Half-day ($70/day and $295/week) and full-day ($110/day and $475/week)
FiDi Families Insiders: There is a 15% Early Bird discount before April 1st.
For more information, please visit http://www.dusc.net/.
Montessori School of Manhattan Summer Program
The Montessori Summer Program places an emphasis on Cultural and Language lessons, including individual and group lessons. Their staff of certified Montessori teachers conduct all summer classes. The program is based around a theme, such as the study of a specific continent, and all lessons and activities grow from that common theme.
Address: 53 Beach Street and 2 Gold Street
Ages: 2-6 years
Cost: Call (212) 742-2830 for Gold Street Pricing, or call (212) 334-0400 for Beach Street Pricing.
FiDi Families Insiders: There is a 10% discount for registrations received using the code “Fidi10.”
For more information, please visit http://www.montessorimanhattan.com.