The College School

Summer Camps At The College School

At The College School, we believe that every child deserves a vibrant and enriching summer experience. Our summer camps are open to ALL children in the community, regardless of whether they are a student at The College School.

Our summer camp programs cover a wide variety of topics and are specifically designed with your children’s exploration and learning in mind! They are fantastic opportunities for campers to make new friends, develop new skills and create lasting memories.

Before and after care is available for an additional fee. Before care begins at 7:30 a.m. for $5 per day. After care will run from until 5:00 p.m. for $25 per day. Please see individual camp pages for details on before and after care availability.

Summer camp registration will begin on Monday, February 3, and will close once each camp reaches maximum capacity. Payment must be made in full when registering. Register early to guarantee a spot for your camper!

TCS students working on art projects like finger knitting and drawing

Brushstrokes & Beyond For Grades 4-6 | June 23 – 27

Unleash your creativity this summer with an immersive journey into impressionism and post-impressionism! Designed for students entering grades 4-6, this week-long camp explores the techniques and history of late 19th and early 20th-century art. Guided by a passionate art teacher and a creative pre-service educator, students will delve into the masters’ brushstrokes and create their own stunning pieces in a supportive, small-group setting.

Brushstrokes & Beyond For Grades 4-6 | August 18 – 22

Boy reading a book in a classroom at The College School

Novel Ideas For Grades 4-6 | June 16 – 27

Novel Ideas is a 2-week full-day camp for readers entering grades 4-6, focusing on deeper literary exploration with guidance from a master teacher. Using Island of the Blue Dolphins as the centerpiece, the program combines critical analysis with creative activities, like art projects, for a holistic learning experience. It’s an excellent way to satisfy summer reading assignments and is accessible to readers of varying levels. Please note this is a nine-day program due to UD’s campus closing on June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.

Teacher and student reading a book together

Hello, Literacy! For Grades 1-4 | August 4 – 15

This literacy camp is design for rising 1st through 4th graders to ignite their literacy journey through a enriching 2-week summer program. Led by two certified reading interventionists adept in the Orton-Gillingham approach, participants will delve into sharpening phonemic awareness and phonics skills, emphasizing decoding and comprehending diverse texts to jump-start their academic engines for the upcoming school year.

Materials Science Camp For Grades 5-8 | June 23 – 27

Materials science is the foundation of all engineering—everything is made of something, right? New materials drive the future, from electronics to energy. Campers will explore metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and nanomaterials, learning how their structures determine properties. They’ll tour research facilities at the University of Delaware, participate in hands-on activities, and see how materials impact energy, biotechnology, electronics, and aerospace.

Physistry – Physics & Chemistry Explorations For Grades 7-8 | August 4 – 8

Physistry is a half day program designed for rising 7th and 8th graders eager to explore high-school science. Dive into physics and chemistry through hands-on projects and experiments. Participants will uncover the mysteries of the physical world, unravel chemical reactions, and build a strong foundation in fundamental scientific concepts.

Physistry – Physics & Chemistry Explorations For Grades 7-8 | August 11 – 15

three boys working on a STEAM project together

Escape STEAM Camp For Grades 5-7 | June 16 – 20

This exciting STEAM camp for rising 5th-7th graders offers a chance to escape from digital games and lock boxes while learning to create their own escape game. Campers will visit UD’s Science, Technology, and Art facilities, culminating in a trip to a local Escape Room to apply their new strategies in a real-world setting. Please note this is a four-day program due to UD’s campus closing on June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.

Robotics STEAM Camp For Grades 2-5 | June 16 – 20

This one-week STEAM camp for rising 2nd-5th graders introduces robotics and basic coding with Google’s Blockly and MIT’s SCRATCH. Students will engage in programming, outdoor activities, and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math projects. Creative thinking and reasoning skills are emphasized, with daily interactive games and activities. Please note this is a four-day program due to UD’s campus closing on June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday.

Why choose summer camps at The College School?

Like our school program, summer programs at The College School stand out for their intentionally small size, where a high adult-to-child ratio ensures that every camper is seen, known, and valued. The supportive environment empowers our skilled educators to tailor each experience to the needs and interests of the campers, fostering growth, sparking new passions, and strengthening existing talents. With individualized attention at the heart of every moment, our programs transform summer into a time of meaningful connections, joyful exploration, personal discovery—and learning!

Cancellation Policy

The College School is committed to providing a high-quality camp experience for all participants. In the event that a camp registration must be canceled, we are able to offer a full refund only if the cancellation request is submitted in writing to tcs-ud@udel.edu at least three weeks prior to the camp’s start date. Requests made less than three weeks before the camp’s start date are not eligible for a refund unless the vacated spot can be filled. If the space is successfully filled, a full refund will be issued. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring the best experience for all campers.