Summer Camp

We are excited to announce that The C0-op Summer Camp 2024 will run for 9 weeks this year and will now be available to kids as old as 10! Camp is available for ages 2-10 from June 17th – August 16 2024. Families can enroll for just a single week or for the entire summer, with early drop-off and late-pick up available at an additional cost. 

 
Summer Camp Mission

For more than 20 years, The Co-op School has pioneered an engaging community-and project-led approach to learning. Our approach to summer camp is no different. We believe appreciating our world starts with understanding how things work and how we can get involved. With this in mind, we guide campers through theme-based weeks focused on community action. From campfire stories to recycling art to music and movement, each day is a balance of fun activities, learning, wellness, and action-all adapted to summertime fun!

Daily Structure

At arrival, campers engage in free play before gathering for a morning kick-off centered around one of our weekly themes.

Each day features theme activities, along with one of our weekly classes, including Capoeira, Gardening, and Musical Play. We also spend ample time outdoors every day, participating in a variety of water activities using sprinklers and reusable water balloons. Depending on the camper’s age, we may also embark on weekly trips to destinations both near and far. Special guests visit to discuss different ways they engage in community action and how our campers can make a difference in the world. Below is a list of our weekly themes:

Week 1: Building Community – June 17-21 (no camp on June 19th – Juneteenth)
Welcome, fellow campers! Embark on neighborhood walks, conduct interviews with locals, map our immediate surroundings, and discover what makes Bed Stuy and The Co-op Summer Camp unique.

Week 2: You, Me and Nature – June 24-28
Visit surrounding parks, collect nature samples, and explore the connection between us and nature.

Week 3: Brooklyn Beats & Rhythm – July 1-3 (No Camp July 4th & 5th)
Musicians will visit our classes to celebrate the vibrant culture and music in our community. Cap off the week with a rooftop dance party!

Week 4: Transportation Exploration – July 8-12
Learn about city navigation with a visit from an MTA worker. Explore various modes of transportation like trains, buses, ferries, and cycling.

Week 5: Community Superheroes – July 15-19
Visit the local fire station and library, speak with special guests, and discover the everyday heroes in our community.

Week 6: Splash & Learn – July 22-26
Examine clean water sources, oceans, and study sea creatures to understand the importance of caring for our environment.

Week 7: Camp Kindness – July 29-August 2
Engage in team-building games that teach respect for differences and nurture empathy. Conclude with the annual Pep Rally, where campers and counselors compete in games.

Week 8: Farming & Food – August 5-9
Visit Bed-Stuy Farm, work in our rooftop garden, and learn about the journey of our food.

Week 9: Creative Action – August 12-16
End the summer by planning and launching an art show in our school’s gymnasium. Engage with practicing artists in our community.

Hours

A full day is 9 am to 3 pm and half-days (available to 2 & 3 years olds only) are from 9 am to 12 pm. We offer early drop-off and extended day programs for an additional charge.

Fees

Co-op Summer Camp runs from June 17th – August 16, 2024. The fee for each week is $595 for the full-day program and $365 for our half-day programs (available to 2 & 3 year olds only). Siblings receive a 10% discount.

Payments and Coupon Codes

Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

If you are signing your child up for Week 1 (June 17-21) or Week 3 (July 1-3) you can apply one of the following Coupon Codes at check out and have the exact cost of the Holiday dates deducted from your total.

    • If you’re signing up for Week 1 (June 17-21) use code: JUNETEENTH (for full day camps) or JUNETEENTHHALF (for half-day).
    • If you are signing up for Week 3 (July 1-3) and use code JULY45 (for full day) or JULY45HALF (for half day).
    • If you are signing up for the full summer or for both Weeks 1 and 3, use the code CAMPHOLIDAYS (For full day) or CAMPHOLIDAYSHALF (for half day) to have the cost of all 3 holiday dates deducted. 
    • If you are purchasing our full summer package, the holiday dates are already incorporated into the full price.