Summer Camp 2026

Summer at Spring River is a season of wonder, creativity, and joyful discovery.

Spring River Nature & Arts Summer Camp welcomes children in grades K–5 for a summer filled with nature exploration, artistic creation, hands-on projects, and imaginative play inspired by Waldorf education.

Camp runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, with children grouped by age:

• Grades K–2 (must be 5 years of age or older by day one of camp)
• Grades 3–5

Each day unfolds in a gentle rhythm of morning circle, nature exploration, creative projects, movement and games, storytelling, and outdoor play.

Throughout the summer, children paint, build, craft, garden, explore the natural world, and keep their own nature journal, recording drawings and discoveries along the way. Camp songs and shared traditions help create a warm and joyful community.

Camp Locations

Weeks 1–5 - Donner Location – West Atlantic Beach
Outdoor camp near Donner Park and the splash pad.

Friday Tradition: Splash pad play and popsicles or a cool treat

Weeks 6–9

Pine Street Campus – Atlantic Beach
Indoor and outdoor camp within walking distance of Howell Park and the beach.

These weeks include daily culinary arts activities, preparing simple seasonal snacks together. Friday Tradition: Beach walk and popsicles or a cool treat

Daily Camp Rhythm

9:00 – Arrival & Morning Circle
9:15 – Nature Exploration
10:00 – Creative Project (Art, Craft, or Building)
11:00 – Movement, Games & Free Play
11:45 – Lunch
12:30 – Story Time / Quiet Time / Nature Journaling
1:00 – Project Completion or Group Activity
1:45 – Water Play / Beach Walk / Closing Activity
2:00 – Dismissal

Camp Traditions

Nature Journals
Each camper receives a simple nature journal to use throughout the summer.

Camp Songs
Children learn joyful camp songs inspired by Waldorf music and movement traditions.

Friday Celebrations

Fridays end with special summer traditions including water play, beach walks, and popsicles. Families are welcome to arrive early for pickup to share in the closing moments of the day.

Who Can Attend

Spring River Nature & Arts Summer Camp is open to children in Grades K–5, including those currently enrolled in Spring River programs as well as families new to our community.

For many families, summer camp is a wonderful opportunity to experience the nature-rich, creative, and relationship-centered approach that shapes life at Spring River School. Children enjoy a joyful week of exploration, artistic work, and outdoor play while families get to know our teachers and community.

We warmly welcome both returning campers and children discovering Spring River for the first time.

What to Bring

Bagged lunch
Refillable water bottle
Sit towel
Appropriate outdoor clothes for the weather
Small backpack

All craft supplies and materials are provided.

Our Summer Camp will be led by experienced Spring River teachers who bring warmth, creativity, and joy to every moment. We look forward to sharing the magic of the summer season with your children!

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Reserve Your Child’s Spot

Summer camp weeks fill quickly.

We encourage families to register early to secure your preferred weeks.

Simple Weekly Pricing

We are pleased to offer accessible weekly pricing for families across our community:

New to Spring River: $325/week

Currently Enrolled Families: $295/week

Current Staff Families: $275/week

A $10 weekly sibling discount is available for each additional camper.

Eligible families may also use the Step Up for Students Scholarship toward summer camp tuition.

*2026-27 Enrolled

Post-Planning Week: During the school post-planning week, June 1-5, when many Spring River teachers and staff are closing out the school year, a reduced camp rate of $175 is available to support our working faculty and staff families.

Weekly Themes – Summer 2026

June Camps

Donner Outdoor Location

Week 1 — June 1–5 -Forest Explorers – Discover the forest through nature walks, shelter building, and woodland art.
Week 2 — June 8–12 - Little Gardeners – Build & Grow – Plant, paint, and explore the wonders of soil, plants, and pollinators.
Week 3 — June 15–19 - Spanish Nature Adventure – Songs, games, and nature exploration woven with Spanish language.
Week 4 — June 22–26 - Bushcraft & Primitive Skills – Learn knots, shelter building, and simple outdoor survival skills.
Week 5 — June 29 – July 3 - Wild Art Studio – Create beautiful art using natural materials and collaborative projects.

July Camps

Pine Street Campus

Week 6 — July 6–10 - Garden to Kitchen – Harvest herbs and prepare simple seasonal foods together.
Week 7 — July 13–17 - Ocean Explorers – Study shells, coastal wildlife, and beach ecosystems.
Week 8 — July 20–24 - Builders & Inventors – Design bridges, structures, and creative engineering projects.
Week 9 — July 27–31 - Camp Carnival & Creative Festival – Celebrate summer with games, puppetry, and collaborative art.