Experience a Summer of Wonder
Summer camp at the Waldorf School of Philadelphia is an engaging, relevant, and connected experience. Our programs are tailored to your child’s stage of development and are open to children ages 3-14. It’s a whole new way to discover the joys of summer.
Early Bird Pricing in effect until January 15th!
Summer Wonder Camps: a magical summer for your child
Here on our beautiful campus, a wooded oasis in an urban setting, we focus on a different theme each week. Rooted in celebrations of nature, diverse cultures, and childhood, campers will have the opportunity to create arts and crafts, explore the outdoors, and participate in storytelling, while supported by our experienced staff.
Summer Wonder Camps Overview
Camps are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., five days a week, Monday to Friday. (Exceptions noted in dates for each session.)
Spots are limited and fill quickly!
Payment Terms: Registration is not confirmed until full payment is received. Payment is due at the time of registration.
Good Neighbors Summer Camp Scholarship: As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ), we are proud to offer a limited number of need-based scholarships. Learn more about our Good Neighbors Summer Camp Grant.
Refund Policy: We are unable to offer any refunds; however, campers may transfer to an alternate week if space permits, without financial penalty.
Summer 2025
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summer:garten 2025
Ages 3-6 years
Built on the Waldorf approach to child development, summer:garten provides a nurturing environment that allows the imagination for children ages three to six to unfold at their own pace. summer:garten is led by Waldorf teachers and assistant teachers who are inspired by the special opportunities that the summer season provides for learning and play. Located in our beautiful Early Childhood center, the summer:garten program focuses on one of the four elements each week: earth, air, fire, and water. Guided by our experienced staff, campers create arts and crafts, explore the outdoors, and participate in storytelling.
summer:garten spends most of the day outside in our well-shaded play yards and gardens. Activities include wading pools and water games, climbing trees and outdoor play equipment, circle games, crafts, and story time. For our summer:garteners, rest time is included in the rhythm of the day, and healthy snacks are provided.
Bathroom independence required.
Weekly Themes:
Earth: Digging deep with our hands in the soil, campers revel in the muddy majesty of mother earth.
Air: From the gentle breezes under a butterfly’s wings, to the mighty gusts that hold the eagles aloft, campers explore the many surprises of the airy world.
Fire: The warmth of the summer sun invites campers to explore the wonders of fire in nature and cultures from around the world.
Water: Bubbling and splashing, foaming and dashing, Summer:garten is the perfect time for campers to explore the gifts of water.
Children must be three years old by June 1, 2025 and bathroom-independent to attend.
Dates (8 weeks: sign up for one or more)
June 16th - 20th, 2025 (closed June 19th) - Earth
June 23rd - 27th, 2025 - Air
June 30th - 3rd, 2025 (closed July 4th) - Fire
July 7th - 11th, 2025 - Water
July 14th - 18th, 2025 - Earth
July 21st - 25th, 2025 - Air
July 28th - August 1st, 2025 - Fire
August 4th - 8th, 2025 - Water
August 11th - 15th, 2025 - Earth
Summer Wonder Camps 2025 | 1st-8th Graders
Open to campers entering First through Seventh Grades.
Dates (8 weeks: sign up for one week or more!)
June 16th - 20th, 2025 (closed June 19th)
June 23rd - 27th, 2025
June 30th - 3rd, 2025 (closed July 4th)
July 7th - 11th, 2025
July 14th - 18th, 2025
July 21st - 25th, 2025
July 28th - August 1st, 2025
August 4th - 8th, 2025
August 11th - 15th, 2025
Camp Wonder: Grades 1-3
Built on the Waldorf approach to child development, Camp Wonder for students in grades 1-3 nurtures the heart, fosters the imagination, and sparks the mind. Camp Wonder is led by Waldorf teachers and assistant teachers who are inspired by the unique opportunities that the summer season provides for learning, fun, and play. Located in and around our beautiful grade school, the summer program guides our youngest grade school campers through the kingdoms of adventure that are all around us: in Fairy Tales & Fantasy, Into the Woods, and Summer Circus fun. Guided by our experienced staff, campers create arts and crafts, learn stories, games, and songs, and explore the outdoors – making friends that last well beyond the end of camp season.
Weekly Themes (Grades 1 through 3):
June 16-20 (closed June 19th): Fairy Tales & Fantasy
June 23-27: Under the Sea
June 30-3 (closed July 4): Summer Circus
July 7-11: Into the Woods
July 14-18: Fairy Tales & Fantasy
July 21-25: Under the Sea
July 28-August 1: Summer Circus
August 4-8: Into the Woods
August 11-15: Fairy Tales & Fantasy
Camp Wonder: Grades 4-8
Embark on an adventure this summer at our reimagined summer program, specially designed for students in grades 4-8. Dive into a world of discovery, friendship, and fun as we explore the great outdoors and cultivate new skills. Weekly themes include Musical Theater, Woodwork, Sports Skills, Baking, and Maker Space.
Led by experienced Waldorf faculty, counselors are passionate about nurturing talent and fostering growth. Camp Wonder for Grades 4-8 offers a supportive and inclusive environment where campers can thrive, make lifelong friends, and build essential life skills.
WEEKS 1 & 2 (June 16-20 [closed June 19th] & June 23-27)
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 3 (June 30-July 3 [closed July 4])
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 4 (July 7-11)
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 5 (July 14-18)
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 6 (July 21-25)
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 7 (July 28-August 1)
Program to be announced soon!
WEEK 8 (August 4-8)
Program to be announced soon!
Week 9 (August 11-15)
Program to be announced soon!