Summer Camp

PRESCHOOL and RISING KINDERGARTEN campers must be ages 3-6. All children attending preschool camps must be potty-proficient and able to use the restroom facilities independently. 

Summer Camp Kick-Off! (4 day Camp)
May 26- 29, 9am-1pm, $180 
Let the summer fun begin! Our Summer Camp Kick-Off is the perfect way to start the season. Campers will jump right into summer with games, crafts, music, and water play designed just for our youngest friends. We’ll focus on making new friends, learning camp routines, and easing into the excitement of summer in a fun and nurturing environment. Come kick off summer with smiles, laughter, and lots of sunshine! Instructor: Ashley Newman 

Little Builders- Lego Camp 
June 1- 5, 9am-1pm, $225 
Little Builders Lego Camp, where big imaginations come to life—one brick at a time! This hands-on camp is designed especially for our youngest builders and provides a playful introduction to creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork through LEGO® and DUPLO® play.Each day, campers will explore themed building activities such as constructing towers, vehicles, animals, and imaginative worlds. Guided challenges help children learn basic building concepts like balance, size, and structure, while open-ended free play encourages creativity and self-expression. Instructor: Kelly Kott 

Beloved Books 
June 8- 12, 9am-1pm, $225 
Join us for a fun and imaginative week of summer camp inspired by beloved children’s books! Each day, campers will explore a different story as we bring favorite characters and adventures to life through hands-on crafts, interactive games, music, movement, and playful learning activities. Stories will spark creativity and curiosity, encouraging campers to use their imaginations while developing a love of reading and storytelling. Instructor: Calla Carver

Seas the Day! Ocean Exploration 
June 15- 19, 9am-1pm, $225
Seas the day and dive into ocean fun! Campers will explore the wonders of the sea through imaginative play, ocean-themed crafts, games, music, and water activities. Each day, campers will discover different ocean animals and underwater habitats while engaging in hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity.
Instructor: Ashley Newman

Wild about Safari Camp 
June 22- 26, 9am-1pm, $225 
Get ready for a wild adventure! Campers will set off on a safari journey filled with imaginative play, animal-themed crafts, music, movement, and games. Each day, children will explore different safari animals and habitats while building creativity, curiosity, and confidence. This nurturing camp encourages cooperation, fine motor development, and friendship as campers learn and play together. Instructor: Kelly Kott

Out of this World! Space Camp 
July 13- 17, 9am-1pm, $225 
Adventure awaits beyond Earth! Campers will zoom through the solar system, create their own space crafts, and learn about planets, stars, and astronauts through play, songs, and games. Each day is filled with discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun, helping children develop fine motor skills, curiosity, and confidence in a safe and playful setting. Instructor: Ashley Newman

Once Upon a Time, A Fairy Tale Adventure Camp
July 20- 24, 9am-1pm, $225 
Step into a world of magic and imagination where princesses, knights, dragons, and castles come to life! In this enchanting camp, campers will spend the week exploring fairy-tale stories through hands-on crafts, imaginative play, storytelling, and themed games that spark creativity and encourage teamwork. Perfect for little adventurers ready to explore, create, and make magical memories! Instructor: Calla Carver

Build-it! Construction Camp 
July 27- 31, 9am-1pm, $225 
Campers will roll up their sleeves and explore the exciting world of building! Through hands-on projects, imaginative play, and fun construction-themed activities, children will create towers, bridges, vehicles, and more using age-appropriate materials. Each day encourages creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and fine motor skills in a safe and playful environment. Instructor: Ashley Newman

Our Community Heroes 
August 3- 7, 9am-1pm, $225 
Discover the people who keep our community running—and the ways kids can help too! In Little Heroes Camp, campers explore roles like firefighters, police officers, doctors, and teachers through stories, dramatic play, crafts, and hands-on activities. Instructor: Calla Carver

Colorful Creations Art Camp 
August 10- 14, 9am-1pm, $225 
Campers will dive into a world of hands-on art, from painting and sculpting to crafting and beyond. Children will experiment with colors, textures, shapes, and materials while exploring their imagination and expressing themselves.This camp is perfect for young artists ready to explore, create, and discover the joy of art! Instructor: Kelly Kott

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Magical Garden Camp (4 day camp) 
May 26- 29, 9am-1pm, $200 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders
Get ready to dig in and go green! Campers will spend the week immersed in our native wildlife and vegetable gardens—harvesting veggies, building creative habitats for wildlife, and discovering sustainable ways to care for the earth. The week culminates in a special Friday interpretive dance performance inspired by nature’s beauty.
Instructors: Elaine Dubin and Ruth Fugee

Messy Masterpieces- Papier-Mâché Art Camp - WAITLIST
June 1- 5, 9am-1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders Get ready to squish, shape, and create! In Messy Masterpieces, campers will explore the art of papier-mâché while turning everyday materials into amazing works of art. Using balloons, forms, and recycled materials, artists will create a bonsai tree and fruit with a fruit bowl. Campers will learn step-by-step techniques for building, drying, painting, and decorating their projects while expressing creativity and individuality. This camp encourages problem-solving, patience, and artistic confidence—plus it’s delightfully messy! Each camper will leave with unique creations and a big sense of pride in their work. Instructors: Melissa Campet and Anna Roy

Movie Magic Film Study Camp - WAITLIST
June 8- 12, 9am-1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Lights, camera, action! Movie Magic introduces campers to the exciting world of film through creative projects and hands-on activities. Campers will explore how movies tell stories by learning about characters, setting, music, camera angles, and special effects. Throughout the week, campers will work together as a film crew to brainstorm ideas, plan scenes, act, and help behind the scenes to create their own short film. Each day blends short film viewings, guided discussions, movement games, and creative challenges like storyboarding scenes and designing movie posters. The week wraps up with a fun Movie Premiere Day celebration where campers showcase their teamwork and creativity! Instructor: Melissa Campet


Fun and Games Sports Camp - WAITLIST
June 15- 19, 9am- 1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Fun and Games Sports Camp is perfect for campers who love to move, play, and stay active! This energetic camp focuses on recreational games and basic sports skill development in a fun, encouraging, and inclusive environment. Campers will be introduced to a variety of sports and group games while building confidence and learning the fundamentals of game play. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes suitable for running and outdoor play. Get ready for a week full of movement, laughter, teamwork, and lots of fun! Instructor: Erin Black

Nature Camp at Chapultepec - FULL! 
June 22- 26, 9am- 3pm, $300 Rising Third Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Get ready for a week of outdoor exploration at Chapultepec Farm in Orlean, Virginia—the same beautiful property SJES students visit for hands-on learning in nature! Campers will hike to the Rappahannock River, explore forest trails, and discover the plants and animals that call this area home. Along the way, they’ll learn about local wildlife, water conservation, forest ecosystems, decomposers, and more through engaging, hands-on activities. With daily bus transportation provided from SJES, this camp offers the perfect blend of adventure, learning, and outdoor fun. Campers will build curiosity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world during an unforgettable week of discovery! Instructor: Cortney Arnold

Eco-Explorers Camp 
June 22- 26, 9am- 1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Second Graders 
Come explore different habitats and the plants and animals that live in them! We’ll use our research skills to dive deep into how living things adapt to make their habitat their home sweet home. We’ll be sure to sing some songs and play some games along the way to become ecosystem experts!
Instructor: Nell Lawrence

Celebrate America 250! - FULL!
July 13- 17, 8:30am- 4pm, $500 Rising Third Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Join us for an unforgettable journey through American history as we celebrate 250 years! Campers will travel on the SJES bus to explore some of Virginia’s most iconic historic sites, including Mount Vernon, Monticello, Michie Tavern, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture in Richmond, historic sites in Fredericksburg, and Montpelier. Each day will bring hands-on learning, fun activities, and opportunities to step back in time. Campers will discover the stories of the people, places, and events that shaped our country. From exploring historic homes to learning about colonial life and the founding of our nation, Celebrate America 250 offers an exciting mix of adventure, education, and memories that will last a lifetime! Instructor: Cortney Arnold

Storybook Adventures 
July 13- 17, 9:00am - 1:00pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Second Graders 
Welcome to Storybook Adventures, where imagination takes center stage and stories come to life! Each day, campers will jump into a new story world through engaging read-alouds, crafts, creative games, and dramatic play. Campers will become characters, explore magical settings, and use their imaginations to create and tell their own stories along the way. The week wraps up with a joyful Author Celebration filled with creativity, confidence, and storytelling fun! Instructor: Melissa Campet

Escape to Narnia 
July 20 - 24, 9:00am - 1:00pm, $225 Rising Second Graders- Fifth Graders 
Step through the wardrobe and into a world of imagination! Campers will explore the magical land of Narnia through stories, hands-on crafts, games, and creative play inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Each day, campers will enjoy read-aloud sessions from the story and participate in immersive art projects such as designing Narnian creatures, creating wardrobe doors, crafting crowns and shields, and mapping the world of Narnia. Campers will also keep a Narnia journal to draw, write, and reflect on their ideas, fostering creativity and self-expression throughout the week. Instructor: Anna Roy

Dive into Math and Reading 
July 20- 24, 9am-1pm, $225 Rising Kindergarten- First Graders 
Campers will embark on a deep dive into crafts, reading, math, and writing activities to get a jump start on the new school year! Children will be immersed in language through engaging books, letter recognition, letter sounds, and beginning reading skills. We will focus on proper formation of letters and numbers, correct pencil grip, and scissor skills to build strong foundational skills. Math concepts will be strengthened through hands-on activities including number recognition, one-to-one correspondence, pattern recognition, and graphing. Throughout the week, campers will gain confidence, develop early academic skills, and have a whale of a good time while learning in a playful and supportive environment! Instructors: Laura Harmon and Laurie Mayer

Harry Potter Herbology 
July 27- 31, 9am- 1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Join us for a magical week of wizarding fun! Junior witches and wizards will be sorted into their houses and dive into plant- related activities from the Harry Potters book series. Campers will brew up butterbeer, transplant Gillyweed, concoct Polyjuice potion and so much more! It’s a week of enchantment, spells and plant magic that no wizard will never forget! Instructors: Elaine Dubin and Ruth Fugee

Fashion Camp: Style, Story and Confidence 
August 3- 7, 9am- 1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders
Step into the world of fashion, creativity, and self-expression! Campers will explore personal style, storytelling, and confidence through hands-on projects, design challenges, and interactive activities. By the end of the week, campers will have designed unique pieces, shared their creations, and celebrated their individuality in a supportive and playful environment. Instructor: Anna Roy

Botanical Journaling 
August 10- 14, 9am- 1pm, $225 Rising First Graders- Rising Fifth Graders 
Celebrate the beauty of nature and unlock your child’s creativity with Botanical Journaling! Campers will begin each day in the School’s native wildlife garden, where they’ll choose something from the natural world to capture in their journals. With a spirit of curiosity, we’ll explore drawing trees, wildflowers, animals, and landscapes, using a variety of media like colored pencils, watercolors, and markers. Campers will develop observation skills, deepen their connection to the environment, and express their findings through art. By the end of the week, each camper will have a personalized nature journal filled with their artistic adventures, ready to take home and continue adding to for years to come. Instructors: Elaine Dubin and Ruth Fugee

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