Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. The guide resides on the home page, newsletter and Facebook through June. Now in our 13th year, the Greenwich Free Press circulation has grown to about 90,000 unique visitors a month, about 450,000 impressions a month, with 16,000 newsletter subscribers.
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Alliance Française of Greenwich
French Summer Camp
299 Greenwich Avenue
Greenwich CT 06830
https://www.afgreenwich.org/
Contact: Barbara Zay
[email protected]
July 6-31, 2026 (4 weeks)
Monday-Friday
1:30-4:30pm
$500 per week, per child (10% sibling discount)
Give your child a taste of the French language with our 4-week session for young beginners, ages 4-10!
Led by native French-speaking teachers who specialize in early learning, lessons include grammar, writing, and discussion, with games, storytelling, songs, and arts-and-crafts.
Dates: July 6 – 31, 2026 (sold in 1-week increments)
Time: 1:30-4:30pm, M-F
Get your child out of the sun during the hottest part of the day for a fun and engaging experience learning a new skill!
613 Riversville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831
July 6 – August 21
Monday – Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm
$600/week
The Greenwich Audubon Center is excited to offer our Summer Nature Day Camp in 2026! Each week, campers at Greenwich Audubon Center’s Summer Nature Day Camp explore nature in a fun, safe environment within the 285 acres of our nature sanctuary.
Audubon camp fosters curiosity through outdoor discovery that helps campers develop an understanding of the natural world. These unique experiences and adventures can grow into a lifelong appreciation for our environment.
This year, we are shaking things up with 7 uniquely themed weeks of fun-filled activities, outdoor experiences, and adventure! Each theme focuses on a different aspect of nature, conservation, and the environment around us. Our camp days are filled with a variety of activities—including hiking, pond and stream exploration, crafts, nature-themed games, live animal interactions, and birding.
Our staff is selected for their experience and skills working with youth and for their interest in local ecology and natural history. All staff must pass background checks and are required to hold current CPR and First Aid certifications, making camp a safe place to learn about and experience nature.
Greenwich Ballet Academy
14B Waterfront Place
Port Chester, NY 10573
Contact: Ella Kiley
ella@greenwichballetacademy.
June 15 – August 31
(You can register on a week by week basis)
Hours of Operation:
Subject to the applicable camp based on level and age.
Greenwich Ballet Academy (GBA) offers many exciting summer offerings for aspiring dancers of all ages. Whether it’s (i) Ballet Camp with a theme ballet for inspiration for choreography, music, props and crafts, or (ii) an immersive all-day program including Technique, Pointe (if appropriate), Repertoire, Character and Contemporary or (iii) a variations or pas de deux intensive we are sure to have something enticing for your dancer. For ages 5-18 years old.
Bring a friend along to GBA this summer for some summer dancing fun!
Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich
Contact: Don Palmer
[email protected]
Weekly, June 22 – August 14
9:00am to 4:00pm
(Drop-off beginning at 8:00am, pick-up until 5:00pm)
All Camps are $275 per child, per week. /
The CIT program is $200 per youth, per week
Great summer fun starts at Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich. Join us for a full season of fun in the sun this Summer!
We are accepting registration for our three popular camp programs:
Camp Simmons (ages 6-12)
Clubhouse Camp (ages 6-12)
Teen Camp (ages 13-15)
Register early as camps sold out last year!
Camp Simmons Set on 77 acres of pristine wilderness along Lake Avenue in Greenwich, Camp Simmons offers campers a true outdoor adventure. Highlights include an outdoor swimming pool, archery range, and a pond for fishing and canoeing—perfect for exploring, learning, and making summer memories.
Clubhouse Camp Campers at Clubhouse Camp enjoy a state-of-the-art 63,000-square-foot facility, featuring multiple sports courts, an indoor pool, a STEM room, and more. Weekly trips to Island Beach and other exciting field trips make every summer day an adventure filled with learning, play, and discovery.
Teen Camp Teen Camp empowers high school campers to take ownership of their summer experience. Designed to foster leadership, responsibility, and personal growth, the program includes local travel, service learning, and leadership training. Teens also enjoy weekly trips to Island Beach, Tod’s Point, and other area attractions, giving them a summer full of fun, exploration, and skill-building.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program Designed for youth ages 14–15, our Counselor-in-Training program gives teens the chance to develop leadership skills while learning what it takes to work with children in a camp setting. CITs choose to participate at either Clubhouse Camp or Camp Simmons, gaining hands-on experience, mentorship, and the tools to grow as responsible, confident leaders.
Cos Cob Camp
@ Bible Street Park in Cos Cob
Phone: (203) 524-2543 / (203) 536-3488
Email: coscobcamp@
June 22 – August 21
Mondays – Fridays 9:00am to 1:00pm
Cos Cob Camp is voted “the number one camp in Cos Cob” and our summer camp fills up crazy fast. We offer stickball, wiffle ball, kickball, basketball, flag football, capture the flag, hiking in Pinetum, bracelet making, and arts and crafts. Gatorade, water, and ice pops are provided daily!
We are an unstructured yet organized camp, meaning kids can choose what they want to do out of the daily activities so there is no rigid schedule to follow. Every day is different, but always fun!
Registration Open!
$400 a week
Drop off and pick up at Bible Street Park in Cos Cob
For more information please visit our website: www.coscobcamp.com
Debate Camp
200 North Maple Ave
Greenwich, CT 06830
Contact: Nick Szymanis
[email protected]
June 8-12, June 15 – 19, June 22 – 26
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm
Rates: $725.00 – $755.00
Debate Camp has been empowering youth with the skills of effective communication, analytical thinking and persuasive speaking for over 23 summers.
A true enrichment program, set inside a fun-filled, high energy, traditional camp experience, Debate Camp offers a trifold program in public speaking, parliamentary debate and the much-loved, Model United Nations.
For Greenwich families we have multiple 1 week day camp sessions of day camp at Greenwich Academy, as well as 1 week overnight options in Portsmouth, RI. Join us!
Eagle Island Camp
442 Gilpin Bay Road
Saranac Lake, NY
Contact: Hanna Sue Percy
[email protected]
June 28 through August 7
Our sessions start on Sundays and run through Friday each week. Campers can attend for one-week to six-week sessions!
One-week session:
Early rate (before January 31): $1,595
Regular Rate (after January 31): $1,720
Two-week session:
Early rate (before January 31): $3,250
Regular Rate (after January 31): $3,375
We offer generous financial assistance packages to help make this dream a reality – register early as funds are limited!
Planning your child’s 2026 summer adventure? Eagle Island Camp isn’t just a summer camp—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime unplugged experience on an Adirondack island in Saranac Lake, NY!
Eagle Island’s all-girls overnight programs (ages 8–17) offer swimming, sailing, crafts, and so much more—all in a supportive environment where girls grow into confident, fearless women ready to take on the world.
At Eagle Island Camp, your daughter will dive into daily swimming lessons, discover their inner explorer through overnight paddling trips, unleash her creativity through exciting crafts, uncover their inner explorer through nature programming, and sail into the sunset while exploring the beauty of the lake.
Programming is designed to make the most of its natural surroundings, with water and wilderness activities at its core.
We’re excited to offer bus transportation between Melrose in the Bronx and Eagle Island Camp for select dates in Summer 2026!
Eagle Island has flexible sessions ranging from one to six weeks beginning June 28 through August 7, and financial assistance is available to help make this dream a reality. For those seeking financial assistance, register early—funds are limited!
Don’t let your daughter miss out! Register today at www.eagleisland.org—early rates end January 31!
Greenwich Historical Society
Art & History Camp
47 Strickland Road
Cos Cob, CT 06807
Contact:Lauren Ackerley
[email protected]
2026 Camp Schedule
Artful Adventures
Grades 2-4: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. July 13 – 17
Colonial Connections
Grades 2-4: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. July 20 – 24
Historical Happenings
Grades 5-8: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. July 27 – 31
Family Fridays
July 17, 24, 31: ALL AGES. 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm
Rates
Non-members: $275/per week
Members: $250/per week
Final Registration deadline: May 30
Learn to create like an artist and think like a historian at Greenwich Historical Society’s Art & History day camp.
Children in grades 2 through 8 will explore our incredible historic campus including the Bush-Holley House museum, exhibition galleries and education classroom.
During their time here, campers will participate in a hands-on, engaging, inquiry-based exploration of the history and arts that make Greenwich unique.
Visit the Greenwich Historical Society website to learn more about each camp session!
Purchase College Summer Youth and Precollege Programs in the Arts
735 Anderson Hill Rd
Purchase, NY 10577
Contact: Heather Hamelin
[email protected]
Session I: June 29 – July 10, 2026 Session II: July 13 – July 24, 2026 Session III: July 27 – August 7, 2026
Monday – Friday 9:30am – 3:30pm
2026 Rates:
Varies by program ($600 for a 1 week program, $1,200 for a two week program and $2,200 for a four week program.)
Your Summer Starts at Purchase College!
Ignite your creativity this summer at Purchase College’s Summer Youth and Precollege Programs in the Arts (SYPPA)—an immersive arts experience for students entering grades 6–12. Explore your passion for acting, filmmaking, creative writing, visual arts, graphic design, journalism, acting on camera, writing for film, songwriting and music production, or voice in a supportive, inspiring environment. Learn from professional artists and expert educators in small classes, with hands-on training in real studios, classrooms, and performance spaces. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 4-week programs designed to build skills, confidence, and creative voice—while making lasting friendships. Interested in earning college credit this summer?
Discover Academic EDGE, Purchase’s new four-week program for rising high school seniors and 2026 graduates. Whether you’re preparing for senior year, transitioning to college, or exploring during a gap year, EDGE gives you the tools to succeed.
Registration opens February 23rd, with early bird savings through May 1, 2026. Learn more at purchase.edu/youth.
Russian School of Math (RSM Stamford and Greenwich)
June 22 – July 31
STEAM Program at RSM Stamford
Day camp for children ages 5 – 11 (entering grades K-5)
Monday-Friday 9:00am to 3:00pm
If your child loves exploring math, science, engineering, art, and chess — or is simply curious about trying something new — this program is the perfect way to combine fun with learning this summer! Students will dive deep into math, chess, and art, learn more about science and the world around us, and explore the exciting world of coding and engineering with Code Ninja!
Dates:
June 22-26, June 29-Jul 3, July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27- July 31
Tuition: $695/week
Math Enrichment Classes
RSM Stamford and RSM Greenwich will be offering a 6 week, 12 sessions, of math classes for children entering grades Kindergarten prep to high school (including geometry). These enriching classes focused on core skills, and advanced problem-solving for competitions. Our classes feature expert teachers, both in-person and online options, helping students prepare for the next school year or challenge themselves with advanced math.
To schedule an evaluation, please visit the website or contact:
RSM Stamford: (860) 952-2002. [email protected], 1100 High Ridge Rd, Stamford CT 06905
RSM Greenwich: (203) 302-9393. greenwich@
Suzuki Music Schools Summer Campus
246Post Road East
Westport, CT 06880
Contact: Jen DiZazzo
[email protected]
Piano Camp is designed for early intermediate through advanced piano students. The week will include masterclasses, performance class, music theory, chamber music designed for pianists as well as crafts and social activities. June 
16th – June 19th Tuesday – Friday 9:00am-2:00pm $512/week Summer Camp Suzuki Music Schools’ popular Summer Camp returns for its 11th season! This 5-day program is for strings, piano, guitar and flute students ages 6-12 who have been receiving weekly private instruction for at least a year. Activities include orchestra, group classes, African drumming, music theory, yoga and other social activities.
June 22 – 26
Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 3:00pm
Friday 9:00am to 12:00 noon, followed by a concert
$640/week
Little Musicians Camp invites children ages 3-6 and parents into a joyful week of hands-on musical discovery with Suzuki faculty and students—live demonstrations, playful exploration, and a foundation for future instrumental learning.
July 13t-17
Monday – Friday 9:00am to 11:30am
$375/week
Chamber Music Camp The Suzuki Music Schools Chamber Music Camp is designed for both beginner and advanced instrumental students. Students learn the art of playing with others and perform in a variety of concerts during the two weeks. Visit the enrollment page for reading requirements.
July 27th-August 7th Monday – Friday 9am-2pm $640 per week, 10% discount for both weeks
Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery School
300 East Putnam Avenue
Greenwich, CT
Contact: David Cohen
[email protected]
June 9 – August 14, 2026
Monday – Friday
Member and Non-Member Rates
Give your child an unforgettable summer at the Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery School!
Rising 2’s, 3’s, 4’s and Kindergarteners will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as water play, nature scavenger hunts, bubble shows, Olympic games and imaginative play on the multi-level playground. Indoor summer favorites include STEAM, music, art, gymnastics, interactive learning in the Animal Discovery Room and Shabbat with Temple Sholom’s clergy. Each day’s activities are captured through photos and videos and shared with parents on the school’s Remini app.
Led by experienced and professional teachers and staff, summer sessions are offered as five, two-week sessions from June 9 through August 14 at Temple Sholom (300 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT) and follow the school’s emergent curriculum (based on the children’s interests). To register your child for one or more of the summer sessions below, contact David Cohen, Director of Schools, at 203-622-8121 or [email protected].
Contact: Julia Borges
[email protected]
YMCA of Greenwich
50 East Putnam Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
and at
Camp Seton
363 Riversville Rd
Greenwich, CT 06831
June 29, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Fees vary based on camp type. Financial assistance available for all camp types.
At the YMCA of Greenwich, summer camp is more than a seasonal program—it’s a place where children and teens grow in confidence, build meaningful friendships, and discover what they’re capable of.
With camp options designed for every age and stage, from infants as young as six months through 10th grade, families can find a safe, engaging, and enriching experience tailored to their child’s interests and needs.
Our camps are rooted in the Y’s commitment to youth development and are led by trained, caring staff who prioritize safety, inclusion, and positive role modeling.
Campers enjoy a wide variety of experiences, including creative arts, sports, STEM exploration, swimming, leadership development, and outdoor adventure. Whether children are exploring our downtown YMCA campus, participating in specialty programs, or heading off-site to our exciting new Camp Seton location for immersive outdoor experiences, each program is thoughtfully designed to balance structure, exploration, and fun.
From early childhood camps that nurture curiosity and early socialization, to school-age camps that encourage independence and discovery, to teen leadership programs that prepare young people for real-world responsibility, the YMCA of Greenwich offers a summer where every child can belong, grow, and thrive—while creating memories that last well beyond the season.
YWCA Greenwich Summer Camps
For Camp TAYITO registration and information, call Arthur Smith at 203-869-6501, ext. 251 or email to [email protected].
For Preschool Camp registration and information, call Geri Smiles at 203-869-6501, ext. 221 or email to [email protected].
Preschool Summer Camp
Boys & Girls 15-months to 5-years*
Campers enjoy indoor and outdoor activities that include gymnastics instruction for older children when they attend 5-days-a-week. Be sure to sign up for the Lunch Bunch option available for either Extended or Full Day options.
The best summer fun for young children:
• Kompan Structures Play Zone equipment, uniquely designed, safety and quality-tested
• Gymnastics instruction
• For ages 3-5 years, if child attends camp on days offered
• Science and nature activities
• Indoor play (during inclement weather) in our clean, air-conditioned building
• Songs, stories and more
* 3-year-olds and up must be toilet trained
2026 Schedule
Session 1 – June 22 – July 17
Session 2 – July 20 – Aug. 14
A Few Things To Know
• Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis only. Total payment, including membership, is due at time of registration
• Preschool camps are licensed by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Education and comply with regulatory standards for health and safety
• Financial Aid is available for qualified applicants
For information, call Geri Smiles, Director of Childhood Education at 203-869-6501, ext. 221 or email: g.smiles@ywcagreenwich.
Camp TAYITO
Boys & Girls Kindergarten to Pre-Teen
For many decades, Camp TAYITO has brought happiness to thousands of children.
Under the guidance of our experienced camp director, a highly trained staff helps your child grow socially, emotionally and physically in a welcoming, safe environment.
Campers enjoy a diverse schedule of activities.
Camp TAYITO has been accredited by the American Camp Association. Only two other camp programs in Greenwich have received this distinction.
2025 Schedule
• Session 1: June 23-July 18 (No camp on Friday, July 4)
• Session 2: July 21-August 15
Hours:
• Regular Camp Hours—9:00am to 4:30pm
• Early Care Hours- 7:30pm to 9:00pm
• Extended Care Hours- 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Camp activities include:
• Playground with Kompan Structures
• Basketball & Baseball
• Water activity daily (swimming and/or water playground)
• Gymnastics
• Tennis & Lacrosse
• Soccer
• Yoga & Zumba
• Arts & Crafts
• Special events from sing-a-longs to storytellers, and Camp Olympics
A Few Things To Know:
• Sibling discounts apply
• Campers are responsible for providing their own lunches every day.
• Current emergency and medical forms are mandatory.
• Financial Aid is available for qualified applicants
For more information, call Arthur Smith, Camp Director, at 203-869-6501, ext. 251 or email to [email protected].