Our region is rich with diverse summer camp options, but also a vast number of families, children, and teens to fill them up! So, parents must plan ahead and start the enrollment process now. Each February we put together our summer camp guide, which has plenty of options for both educational and athletic camps in our area. Check out more than a few of our favorites to help plan your summer!
AACS Summer Programs; Location: AACS Upper School, 109 Burns Crossing Rd, Severn, MD 21144 & AACS Middle School, 716 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis; Contact: summer@aacsonline.org; Ages: 3 1/2 - 18; Dates/Times: June 17-Aug 2; Cost: Variable; The AACS Summer Program offers over 50 camp options, including sports camps, Academic and STEM camps, creative arts, and so much more. Eagles Exploration camps fill fast, so be sure to register early. Early bird discount through March. Registration will open on Jan. 22. Go to aacsonline.org/Summer to register.
Archbishop Spalding Summer Camps; Location: Archbishop Spalding High School, 8080 New Cut Road Severn; Contact: communications@spaldinghs.org; Ages: Will vary depending on the camp; Dates/Times: Will vary depending on the camp; Cost: Will vary depending on the camp; Archbishop Spalding High School offers a variety of summer camps from June through August. Camps’ focus areas are academics and athletics and will vary in dates/times, pricing, and age range. Academic camps include SAT/ACT Prep, Robotics/Engineering, and Skills for Success Classes. Thirty athletic teams at Spalding and will offer summer camps in most programs. To learn more about our summer camps and how to register, please visit archbishopspalding.org/campus-life/summer-camps.
Ballet Theatre of Maryland Summer Intensive; Location: 1981 Moreland Parkway, Building 4A, Bay 4, Annapolis; Contact: Emily Carey, btmschool@balletmaryland.org; Ages: 11+ (3 or 5 Week Programs) and 8–11 (1 Week Program); Dates/Times: 5 Week Program: June 24–July 27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., 3 Week Program: July 8–27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., 1 Week Program: July 29–Aug 2, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; Cost: 5 Week Program $2,450, 3 Week Program: $1,275, and 1 Week Program: $425. At Ballet Theatre of Maryland’s Summer Intensive, dance students will be immersed in dance with classes in a range of styles to further their technique and artistry including ballet, pointe (if applicable), variations, modern, contemporary/improvisation, jazz, acting, character, Pilates, choreography, and more. General information can be found at balletmaryland.org/summer-intensive.
Bowie Baysox Baseball Camp; Location: Prince George’s Stadium 4101 Crain Highway, Bowie; Contact: Dani Fox dfox@baysox.com; Ages: 6-13 years old; Dates/Times: June 18–20, July 1–3, August 6–8, 8:30 a.m.–noon; Cost: $209 per session. Pizza party included on final day. Also receive box seat ticket to a Baysox game; Have your child learn from future Baltimore Orioles at a Baysox Baseball Camp this summer. Instruction is led by Baysox players and staff.
Calvert Hall Summer Camps; Location: Calvert Hall College High School, Baltimore; Contact: Brian Rowe, roweb@calverthall.com; calverthall.com/school-life/summer-program; Ages: 6–15; Dates/Times: June 17 through August 9; Cost: Varies by camp; Spend your summer at The Hall. There are 12-day camp opportunities including Baseball, Basketball, CHC Kids Camp, College Application Bootcamp, Debate, Fishing, Football, Lacrosse, Robotics, Soccer, Theatre, and Volleyball. There is something for everyone.
Capital SUP Grom Camp; Location: Cap SUP Boathouse at Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis; Contact: capitalsup.com; Dates/Times: June 17th through August 26th, 1PM-4PM (PM Session), 9AM-12 PM (AM session), 9AM-4PM (Full Day - 10 yrs+ only); Ages: 7-14 Cost: $265 (half day) $500 (full day); Kids will learn to paddle, enjoy Standup Paddleboard games, party barge rides, on-water trampoline, paddleboard fitness (yoga and racing), nature walks, and explore Quiet Waters Park. All kids are required to wear life jackets while they are in the water.
Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Middle School Bay Eco-Camp; Location: CBF’s Port Isobel Island Environmental Education Center; Contact: cbf.org/ecocamp; 800-445-5572; Ages: Rising 6th–8th grade students; Dates/Times: July Camp: July 15 through July 19; August Camp: August 12 through August 16; Cost: $1,000 per student – includes meals, lodging, activities, and ferry transport; Explore and learn with CBF this summer! Investigate habitats by boat, study critters from canoes, build a sense of wonder, and create memories with friends during a 5-day island adventure in the heart of the Bay. Monday drop-off and Friday pick-up will take place in Crisfield, Maryland.
Summers at Seton; Location: Elizabeth Seton High School 5715 Emerson St, Bladensburg; Contact: Brittney Wagner, bwagner@setonhs.org; Ages: 9–17; Dates/Times: June 24 through August 2 (camps vary); Cost: $175 +; Summers at Seton is designed to unlock, unleash, and cultivate the creativity, confidence, and critical thinking of young girls. Girls enrolled in our summers at Seton Program will be encouraged to identify and cultivate their interests, enhance their athletic ability, improve their interpersonal skills, elevate their independence as well as self-expression, and learn to lead and serve others in a diverse and safe space.
Holy Trinity Camp; Location: Holy Trinity, Glenn Dale; Contact: Ms. Becky Williams, Director; summercamp@htrinity.org; Ages: Pre/K-9th Grade; Dates/Times: June 17–August 9 (1st–9th Grade), June 17–July 26 (PK–Kindergarten); Cost: Varies.
Indian Creek School Summer Program; Location: Indian Creek School, 1130 Anne Chambers Way, Crownsville; Contact: Bob Laffey, blaffey@indiancreekschool.org; indiancreekschool.org/summer; Ages: PK–12; Dates/Times: Six Weeks beginning the week of 6/17 and ending the week of 7/22; Ranges from $350–450 depending on camp; Indian Creek will offer a variety of options for children of all ages. We are excited to offer full days of arts, academics, service, and athletics. Our hope is to provide opportunities for young people to discover passions, cultivate skills, and most importantly have fun!
Maryland Hall Summer Camps; Location: Maryland Hall, Annapolis; Contact: marylandhall.org; Ages: 3 and up.; Dates/Times: Week by week dates throughout the Summer, June 17 through August 30; Cost: Varies; Explore a world of creativity this summer at Maryland Hall with a diverse array of camps in art, dance, theater, ceramics, jazz music, digital art, jewelry, fashion, and fiber arts. Whether you’re aiming to refine your existing talents or embark on a new artistic journey, our camps provide the perfect opportunity to connect with others and enhance your skills!
Musical Theatre Summer Camp; Locations: Baltimore at Mercy High School 1300 E. Northern Pkwy; and Annapolis at The Key School, 534 Hillsmere Drive; Contact: Lauren Engler, Camp Supervisor at 443-422-2605, MusicalStages.org or info@musicalstages.org; Ages: 6–15; Dates/Times: Baltimore: July 8–19, Annapolis: July 22–August 2; Cost: $495; Musical Theatre Summer Camp provides your child an inclusive experience of all aspects of this great American art form. Classes in singing, dancing, acting, costumes, and stagecraft are taught by a staff of musical theater professionals. Campers are organized into small groups by age. Each group is guided by an experienced counselor, giving every child constant attention, personal assistance, and advice. Learning musical numbers from classic and contemporary Broadway shows, campers are taught healthy vocal techniques, develop poise and coordination while practicing their choreography, explore acting skills and improvisational games, rehearse their scenes, make their costumes, and design and create their set. All the activities emphasize having fun, making friends, and working together toward presenting their final public performance.
Naptown Sings and Plays Summer Music Camp; Location: 141 Gibralter Ave, Annapolis; Contact: Sophia Hardesty, naptownsings.com/summer-camps-and-classes; Ages: 3-11; Dates/Times: 10:00 – 3:00 PM Before Care Available at 7:30 AM: $75 per week After Care Available until 5:30 PM: $75 per week, June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-5, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29 – August 2, August 5-9, August 12-16, August 19-23; Cost: $350 per week; What keeps kids coming back year after year? Our Summer Music Camps are jam-packed with music, more music, and fun! Students, ages 3-11 of all levels and abilities (no experience necessary), will have the opportunity to learn to sing in our pop glee clubs, drum their hearts out in world drumming class, play various instruments, and participate in fun musical activities! In addition, our older kids (6-11) will learn an instrument: piano or ukulele. Our younger students (ages 3-5) will be immersed in a world of music exploration, from instrument playing, to rhythm and melody, and of course, fun! We have highly qualified instructors on staff to ensure a well-rounded educational experience and an exciting week. In addition to group instruction in voice and instruments, students will make friends, play games, and have an all-around musical good time! Camps will be held indoors at the Naptown Sings and Plays! studio. Campers will be grouped into groups based on age and instrument selection. Considering multiple weeks? Each week we will have new music, new genres, and new themes for a full immersive experience!
2023 Navy Athletic Summer Camps; Location: U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis; Contact: 410-293-5845; navysports.com. (click on “Camps” tab); Dates/Times: June–August; Ages: Varies by camp and program; Cost: Varies by camp and program; Please visit website for information.
Peabody Preparatory Summer Programs in Music and Dance; Location: Baltimore; Contact: peabody.jhu.edu/prepsummer; Ages: Various; Dates/Times: June 17 to August 9; Cost: Dependent on the program; The Peabody Preparatory offers a variety of weeklong specialty music and dance programs designed to provide a fun yet focused opportunity to hone your craft or try something new. From ballet to guitar virtuosity, our camps offer extraordinary artistic experiences. Craft your own beats, master the piano, explore the world through dance, or simply have a blast with your new friends. With programs for students of all ages and skill levels, there is something for everyone this summer at the Prep! Visit our website today at peabody.jhu.edu/prepsummer to learn more and register.
2024 Safe Harbor Annapolis Junior Tennis Camps and Program; Location: Safe Harbor, Annapolis; Contact: 410.268.8282; annapolis@shmarinas.com; Times: Spring/Summer; Ages: Varies by Program; Cost: Varies by Program
St. Anne’s Day School Explorers Summer Camp; Location: St. Anne’s School of Annapolis; Contact: Tracy Edlich, Tedlich@st.annesschool.org; Ages: 3.5-5 years old; Dates: June 17 through August 9; Cost: $375; Ahoy, Explorers! Welcome to St. Anne’s School’s 2024 Summer Explorers Summer Camp. Our camp is for adventurers aged 3.5 to 5 years old and includes eight separate weeks of fun, themed explorations. Special “Expert Explorers” join us each week to help us dive further into the week’s theme. We break out our water toys on Fun in the Sun Fridays for some extra splashin’ around. Summer Explorers camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday (unless noted) with optional before and after care add-ons. Camp is $375 per week and multi-week discounts are available.
St. Margaret’s Day School Summer Camp; Location: 1605 Pleasant Plains Road Annapolis; Contact: Taylor Pazienza, Aleshia Marshall stmargaretsdayschool1605@outlook.com; Ages: 2–6; Dates/Times: June 17–21 Animal Planet; June 24–28 Unmask the hero in you!; July 8–12 Dinosaur Adventures; July 15–19 SMDS Summer Scientists; July 22–26 Build it, Design it LEGO; July 29–Aug 2 Welcome to the Summer Olympics!; Aug 5–9 St. Margaret’s Pirates on the High Seas; Cost: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. M–F is $300 (ages 4–6); 9 a.m.–3 p.m. MWF is $250 (3s); 9 a.m.–1 p.m. MWF is $200 (3s); and Tu/Th is $100 (2s); Join us for a summer of fun with weekly themes. Each week the counselors will create a variety of engaging hands-on activities, crafts, and lots of outdoor time to learn, explore, and have fun with their friends. Learn more about our camps by visiting stmargaretsdayschool.org/summer-camps.html.
St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal School/Club SciKidz MD; 375-A Benfield Road, Severna Park; 410-647-7055; clubscikidzmd.com/programs/camp-locations/#location-127; email: sciencecamps@clubscikidzmd.com; Full-day (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) and Half-day (9 a.m.–1 p.m.) camps available. Before- and after-care available. Prices vary; week-long science and technology camps for children in grades PreK–6th grade.
St. Vincent Pallotti High School Summer Camps; Location: St. Vincent Pallotti High School, Laurel; Contact: Aneisha Felton, afelton@pallottihs.org; pallottihs.org; Dates/Times: July 8 through August 2 (9 a.m.–3 p.m. Day Camps with 3–5 p.m. aftercare option, 5 p.m.–8 p.m. Evening Camps); Ages: Rising 1st Grade to 10th Grade; Cost: $225/week (Day Camps); $125/week (Evening Camps); Pallotti Summer Camps are back and bigger than ever! With four weeks of camps for various ages, skill levels and sport/subject, we have something for everyone.
Summer at KEY; Location: Key School. 534 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis; Contact: Jane Flanagan, jflanagan@keyschool.org; Ages: 3 1/2 and up; Dates/Times: June 17 through August 2 (Closed June 19, July 4 and 5) Half-day and full day options, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Key offers After Care until 5:30 p.m.; Cost: Cost varies by program; Located on Key School’s beautiful fifteen-acre campus, the setting provides access to ample space for outdoor exploration and play, in addition to kitchen facilities, science labs, music rooms, and gymnasiums. Fusco Athletic Park is located just two miles from the campus. This seventy-acre property provides space for our sports and adventure camps. More than 150 fun and enriching camps, from themed traditional camps for the youngest campers to specialty STEM, cooking, art, adventure and athletic camps. Average camper to staff member ratio of 8:1. The Summer at KEY staff comprises veteran teachers and experienced counselors, and is licensed by the State of Maryland.
Summer at Saint Andrews; Location: Saint Andrew’s UM Day School, 4B Wallace Manor Road, Edgewater; Contact: summer@standrewsum.org; Ages: Rising PK3 to rising 9th; Dates/Times: June 17 through August 9, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. daily; Cost: Varies; Continue the joy of learning, playing, and discovering this summer at Saint Andrew’s. Our summer programs offer campers of all ages opportunities to explore and grow in a fun and exciting environment. From time traveling on prehistoric adventures to space and beyond, your camper is in for an unforgettable summer of fun!
Summer at Severn; Location: Severn School (Teel Campus at 201 Water Street, Severna Park and Chesapeake Campus at 1185 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Arnold); Contact: Olivia Eggstein, o.eggstein@severnschool.com or 410-647-7701 x2054 or visit severnschool.com/summer-at-severn; Ages: Preschool through rising 9th graders; Dates/Times: Camps run weekly starting June 24, and running through July 26; Cost: costs vary; Summer at Severn has something for every camper. Kids entering preschool to fifth grade can choose from traditional day camps with a different theme each week or fun specialty camps focused on photography, art, dance, theater and more. For tweens and teens, the Teel Camps offer an immersive experience in a variety of specialized interests, allowing them to explore their passion. Severn also offers a variety of sports camps (ages vary, see descriptions on website) and for younger campers there are jumpstart academic camps to help students prepare for the upcoming school year.
Camp Summit, Executive Functions Camp and EmPOWER Writing Camp; Location: The Summit School, 664 E Central Avenue, Edgewater; Contact: thesummitschool.org/summer-programs, camp@thesummitschool.org; Dates/Times: Camp Summit July 1–26, Executive Functions July 15–19 or July 22–26, EmPOWER July 15–19 or July 22–26; Specialty Camps July 17–28; Ages: Camp Summit Grades 1–8; Specialty Camps Grades 6–9; Cost: Camp Summit $2,400 (4 weeks), specialty camps $480; Camp Summit is for bright children entering grades 1–8 who struggle with reading, writing and math. Morning academics are followed by afternoon recreation. Executive Functions: This week-long course will help your student develop strategies to plan, organize, strategize, manage time, pay attention to and remember details. EmPOWER: This camp will teach students how to use the EmPOWER writing process to launch them on the road to writing success. The EmPOWER writing process helps students connect oral language, organization of thoughts, and writing.
Washington College Summer Camps; Location: Washington College, 300 Washington Avenue, Chestertown; Contact: washcoll.edu/admissions/visit/upcoming-events/summer-conferences; Ages: Students entering Sophomore through Senior year of High School; Dates/Times: Varies by camp; Cost: Varies by camp; Does your dream summer include meeting living writers, discovering the ecosystems in your own community, exploring the world through technology, or investigating history beyond the printed word? If so, you have come to the right place!
