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The Country School is pleased to offer an array of fun, enriching, week-long summer camps as well as programs that meet regularly throughout the summer. All camps take place on our 23-acre campus in Madison. If you have any questions about the camp or your registration, email summer@thecountryschool.org.
Weekly Camp Offerings 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Weekly Lunch Bunch: 12 to 12:30 p.m.
12-12:30 p.m.
$50/week
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Week 1: June 23-27
Owlets GoldInstructor: Becca BarnikowAssistant: Gus HodgeAges: 3-4Cost: $240These kids might be little, but they will have big fun at this camp. Each week, (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!) will focus on a new theme with lessons and activities. This Country School returning camp leader has created fun mini lessons, arts and crafts projects, along with songs and stories for the youngest kids on campus. Her assistant, Gus Hodge is a returning Owlets camp counselor.All participants of this camp must be 3 years of age by 6/1/2025 and fully potty trained.Owlets BlueInstructor: Wiley BartelsAssistant: Harrison Hodge ‘22Ages: 4-5Cost: $240Not quite ready for a big kid camp, but ready enough to spend the morning learning, crafting, adventuring and playing! Returning camp leader, Wiley Bartles and returning assistant, Harrison Hodge ‘22 have been working on creative activities for these 4-5 year olds that follow a new theme each week (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!). Your child will learn, create and foster new friendships at this camp.All participants of this camp must be 4 years of age by 6/1/2025Cool-ology® On the Road Adventures Science Camp Week 1Instructor: Claudia Esposito, Country School teacher and STEAM CoordinatorAssistant: Katelin Hornyak ‘21Ages: 7-12Cost: $245We're taking science on the road for this interactive and engaging camp experience! Each day participants will explore a fun, educational site in and around our community. Campers will investigate the plants, animals, and topography at each location. Appropriate for children entering 2nd grade and up. Must be able to hike 2 miles.Field trip locations will include Chatfield Hollow State Park (Schreeder Pond Loop), Hammonasset State Park (Meigs Point), Bauer Park (Woodland Trail), Blinnshed Ridge Trail (behind the Country School), and Circle Beach/Grass Island.Creative CreaturesInstructor: Skylar Bartels, Country School TeacherAges: 6-9Cost: $240In this camp children will use a variety of craft supplies to invent their very own imagined creature. Creative illustration will be sparked through a variety of exercises showcasing the power of thinking outside of the box. Each student will craft a booklet alongside their creature describing that creature’s interests, hobbies, lifestyle, and personality traits. With the help of Skylar Bartels, a Country School teacher and a Skidmore College graduate with a Studio Arts degree, each child will awaken their imagination as unusual beings come to life.Come Have Fun with Math!Instructor: Deb Line, Country School TeacherAges 5-11Cost: $240Whether you have figured out many of math’s secrets and want to learn more, or on the other hand, think math just isn’t your thing? Join us for a fun-filled week of mathematical adventure. Let’s explore the puzzles, patterns and codes that make math fun and exciting!Enjoy interactive games, participate in group projects, or design your own activities!Summer is the time to explore math like never before… join us!
Camp Adventureland
Instructor: Allie Mascia '14Ages: 6-10Cost: $240Calling all explorers! At Camp Adventureland, we’ll embark on exciting journeys every day. Kids will navigate obstacle courses, solve treasure map puzzles, and build their own adventure gear like binoculars. Let’s discover the world together!Running CampInstructors: Mr. Fixx, Veteran Runner and Country School Head of School and Will McDonough, Country School teacherAges: 9-14Cost: $240Spend five days at the start of summer (and, if desired, then two days a week throughout the summer) learning about and practicing the greatest and oldest sport in the world—cross-country and distance running. Our elite coaches who possess deep skills, both in the sport of running and as educators working with children, will provide campers with individualized instruction. Enjoy scenic runs that often end with a swim. Campers will walk away—no, run away!—with an unforgettable experience and fine-tuned skills, hungry for the fall season to start. Our hands-on approach and expertise make this camp unique, whether you are a good runner trying to become great or a novice runner just learning the sport.Your child will leave our camp at the end of the week or end of the summer a better athlete and a more confident student. We teach the campers about running, discipline, and motivation.Outdoor Fitness, Hiking, Exploring and CraftingElayna PatnodeAges 5-8Cost $240Join us for a fun-filled summer adventure at Outdoor Fitness, Hiking, Exploring, and Crafting! Designed for kids ages 5-8, this camp offers a perfect blend of active play, nature exploration, and creative fun. Campers will enjoy exciting hikes, team-building fitness activities, hands-on crafting projects inspired by the outdoors, and plenty of opportunities to discover the wonders of nature. With a focus on fostering curiosity, creativity, and healthy habits, this camp promises unforgettable memories and new friendships in a safe, supportive environment. Let the adventures begin!Volleyball CampInstructor: Stephen Behr, Country School Athletic DirectorAges: 13-15Rising: 7th, 8th and 9th Graders
Cost: $240Join us at the Country School for an exciting volleyball camp designed for players ages 12-15! This dynamic program emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and game strategy in a fun and supportive environment.Led by Country School Athletic Director Stephen Behr—who established the volleyball program at Country School, served as the varsity head coach at Chase Collegiate for eight years, and has extensive club coaching experience—participants will refine their serving, passing, setting, hitting, and defensive techniques through engaging drills, scrimmages, and interactive activities.Whether you're new to the game or looking to take your skills to the next level, this camp offers the perfect opportunity to grow as a player, build confidence, and make new friends on the court. Don't miss out—sign up today -
Week 2: July 7-11
Owlets GoldInstructor: Becca BarnikowAssistant: Gus HodgeAges: 3-4Cost: $240These kids might be little, but they will have big fun at this camp. Each week, (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!) will focus on a new theme with lessons and activities. This Country School returning camp leader has created fun mini lessons, arts and crafts projects, along with songs and stories for the youngest kids on campus. Her assistant, Gus Hodge is a returning Owlets camp counselor.All participants of this camp must be 3 years of age by 6/1/2025 and fully potty trained.Owlets BlueInstructor: Wiley BartelsAssistant: Harrison Hodge ‘22Ages: 4-5Cost: $240Not quite ready for a big kid camp, but ready enough to spend the morning learning, crafting, adventuring and playing! Returning camp leader, Wiley Bartles and returning assistant, Harrison Hodge ‘22 have been working on creative activities for these 4-5 year olds that follow a new theme each week (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!). Your child will learn, create and foster new friendships at this camp.
All participants of this camp must be 4 years of age by 6/1/2025Bubbles, Crayons and Exploration - Oh My!Instructor: Karen Chiaia, Country School PreK TeacherAges: 4-6Cost: $240Get ready for a summer full of fun, discovery, and creativity! Designed for 5-year-olds heading into Kindergarten, this camp offers mornings packed with engaging activities, hands-on exploration of our campus, imaginative play, and exciting learning adventures. Each day brings a new theme to spark curiosity and inspire joy!
Cool-ology® On the Road Adventures Science Camp Week 2Instructor: Claudia Esposito, Country School teacher and STEAM CoordinatorAssistant: Katelin Hornyak ‘21Ages: 7-12Cost: $245We're taking science on the road for this interactive and engaging camp experience! Each day participants will explore a fun, educational site in and around our community. Campers will investigate the plants, animals, and topography at each location. Appropriate for children entering 2nd grade and up. Must be able to hike 2 miles.Field trip locations will include Chatfield Hollow State Park (Covered Bridge Trail), Hammonasset State Park (West Beach and marsh trails), Bauer Park (Pond Wetland and Woods Trail), Blinnshed Ridge Trail (behind the Country School), and Chaffinch Island Park.Create Your Own StorybookInstructor: Skylar Bartels, Country School TeacherAges: 6-9Cost: $240In this camp children will harness their imaginations, express their unique ideas, and practice collaborating with others as they write and illustrate, and bind their own storybook while watching their imaginations come to life. They will learn about the importance of storytelling and the roles it has historically played around the world. Campers will look at some of their own favorite bedtime stories together and will learn about the elements that make stories timeless.Play with ClayInstructor: Deb Line, Country School TeacherAges: 7-14Cost: $245Join us as we explore hand building pottery and throwing on the wheel in the Country School’s art room. Students will design and create hand built pieces using coil, slab and pinch techniques. They will get their “zen” on as they learn to throw pots on our potter’s wheel. Once students have glazed their work, it will be fired and ready for pick up after camp is over. Join Ms. Line to play with clay- where you’re supposed to get a bit messy!Nature Exploration (games and crafts in nature)Elayna PatnodeAges 5-8Cost $240Discover the magic of the outdoors with Nature Exploration! This engaging summer camp for kids ages 5-8 combines the wonders of nature with exciting games and creative crafts. Campers will explore the great outdoors through interactive activities that spark curiosity and build connections with the natural world. From scavenger hunts and nature-inspired games to hands-on crafting with natural materials, each day is an adventure full of fun and learning. Perfect for young explorers, this camp encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for the environment in a safe and supportive setting.Woodworking Wonders, Week 1
Instructor: Shari Lariviere, Country School TeacherAges: 7-10Cost:$260Each student will build and paint a wooden race car that they will take home at the end of the camp. Students will learn about vehicle safety and engineer a system to keep their passenger safe in the event of a crash. They will earn a mock drivers license and have the opportunity to race their cars.Please dress for hiking, also bring a snack and water bottle -
Week 3: July 14-18
Owlets GoldInstructor: Becca BarnikowAssistant: Gus HodgeAges: 3-4Cost: $240These kids might be little, but they will have big fun at this camp. Each week, (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!) will focus on a new theme with lessons and activities. This Country School returning camp leader has created fun mini lessons, arts and crafts projects, along with songs and stories for the youngest kids on campus. Her assistant, Gus Hodge is a returning Owlets camp counselor.All participants of this camp must be 3 years of age by 6/1/2025 and fully potty trained.Owlets BlueInstructor: Wiley BartelsAssistant: Harrison Hodge ‘22Ages: 4-5Cost: $240Not quite ready for a big kid camp, but ready enough to spend the morning learning, crafting, adventuring and playing! Returning camp leader, Wiley Bartles and returning assistant, Harrison Hodge ‘22 have been working on creative activities for these 4-5 year olds that follow a new theme each week (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!). Your child will learn, create and foster new friendships at this camp.All participants of this camp must be 4 years of age by 6/1/2025Cool-ology• Super Oooey Gooey Science and Tinker Engineering STEAM CampInstructor: Claudia Esposito, Country School teacher and STEAM CoordinatorAssistant: Katelin Hornyak ‘21Ages: 5-8
Appropriate for children entering K through 3rd GradeCost: $247Join us for a week of messy, gooey experiments and hands-on tinkering as science and engineering merge during this fun, fast-paced camp experience! Activities will include: slime, Oobleck, mini volcanoes, LEGO tinker time, Engineering Design Process tasks, and more!Imagination Station (Assorted Arts Adventures)Instructor: Skylar Bartels, Country School TeacherAges: 5-9Cost: $240There are limitless ways to be creative in the arts. This camp will open your mind to the foundations of the world of art. Campers will ignite their creativity and unleash their inner artists as each day will center around a different form of creating. Children will familiarize themselves with various sculpting materials, understand the vivacious elements of mixed media, and draw with different media including graphite, ink, chalks, charcoal, and pastels. Theme-based adventures will inspire campers to craft art based on exciting subjects such as underwater worlds, outer space odysseys, wild jungle adventures, and more! This engaging and hands-on camp is specially crafted for curious minds. This exploration of artistic realms will culminate in a final creation using a medium and subject of your child’s choice. This camp will ignite your imagination to a new realm of possibilities. No experience necessary!Outdoor Exploring, Crafting, and HikingElayna PatnodeAges 5-8Cost $240Join us for a fun-filled summer adventure at Outdoor Exploring, Crafting, and Hiking! Designed for kids ages 5-8, this camp offers a perfect blend of active play, nature exploration, and creative fun. Campers will enjoy exciting hikes, team-building fitness activities, hands-on crafting projects inspired by the outdoors, and plenty of opportunities to discover the wonders of nature. With a focus on fostering curiosity, creativity, and healthy habits, this camp promises unforgettable memories and new friendships in a safe, supportive environment. Let the adventures begin!Come Have Fun with Math!Instructor: Deb Line, Country School TeacherAges 5-11Cost: $240Whether you have figured out many of math’s secrets and want to learn more, or on the other hand, think math just isn’t your thing? Join us for a fun-filled week of mathematical adventure. Let’s explore the puzzles, patterns and codes that make math fun and exciting!Enjoy interactive games, participate in group projects, or design your own activities!Summer is the time to explore math like never before… join us!Jewelry and Beading Design Craft CampTina Edwards, Country School Summer Camp LeaderAges: 5-11Cost: $240Make a craft or two each day. You will learn a variety of crafting techniques. Each day campers will make a jewelry piece and learn the skills needed to be an expert in the craft of beading. Campers will also learn skills in card making, decoupage, painting, and other media. -
Week 4: July 21-25
Owlets GoldInstructor: Becca BarnikowAssistant: Gus HodgeAges: 3-4Cost: $240These kids might be little, but they will have big fun at this camp. Each week, (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!) will focus on a new theme with lessons and activities. This Country School alumna and returning camp counselor has created fun mini lessons, arts and crafts projects, along with songs and stories for the youngest kids on campus.All participants of this camp must be 3 years of age by 6/20/24 and fully potty trained.Owlets BlueInstructor: Wiley BartelsAssistant: Harrison Hodge ‘22Ages: 4-5Cost: $240Not quite ready for a big kid camp, but ready enough to spend the morning learning, crafting, adventuring and playing! Returning camp leader, Wiley Bartles and returning assistant, Harrison Hodge ‘22 have been working on creative activities for these 4-5 year olds that follow a new theme each week (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!). Your child will learn, create and foster new friendships at this camp.All participants of this camp must be 4 years of age by 6/1/2025Create Your Own Coloring BookInstructor: Skylar Bartels, Country School TeacherAges: 6-9Cost: $240
Have you ever wanted to improve your drawing ability, but you're not sure where to start? If so, Create Your Own Coloring Book camp is the place for you! Dive into a week-long artistic adventure in which budding artists will learn to transform their ideas into delightful coloring masterpieces. Through guided sessions, campers will explore various drawing techniques, storytelling, and thematic prompts to craft their unique coloring book pages. From brainstorming characters to designing intricate patterns, every day offers new inspiration and artistic discoveries. The week will culminate in a personalized coloring book creation, showcasing their creativity and imagination.Play with ClayInstructor: Deb Line, Country School TeacherAges: 7-14Cost: $245Join us as we explore hand building pottery and throwing on the wheel in the Country School’s art room. Students will design and create hand built pieces using coil, slab and pinch techniques. They will get their “zen” on as they learn to throw pots on our potter’s wheel. Once students have glazed their work, it will be fired and ready for pick up after camp is over. Join Ms. Line to play with clay- where you’re supposed to get a bit messy!Super Science Explorers
Instructor: Allie Mascia '14
Ages 6-10
Cost $240
Put on your lab coat and goggles for a week of fun experiments and hands-on discovery! At Super Science Explorers, kids will become mini scientists as they explore engage in activities that spark their imagination and bring science to life. Through building, mixing, and observing, children will explore the wonders of the world around them!Nature Exploration (games and crafts within nature)Elayna PatnodeAges 5-8Cost $240Discover the magic of the outdoors with Nature Exploration! This engaging summer camp for kids ages 5-8 combines the wonders of nature with exciting games and creative crafts. Campers will explore the great outdoors through interactive activities that spark curiosity and build connections with the natural world. From scavenger hunts and nature-inspired games to hands-on crafting with natural materials, each day is an adventure full of fun and learning. Perfect for young explorers, this camp encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for the environment in a safe and supportive setting.Woodworking Adventures, Week 2
Instructor: Shari LariviereAges: 7-10Cost:$260Each student will create a woodworking project of their choice that they will take home at the end of the week. The week will include team building, creativity, STEAM, and woodworking fun. -
Week 5: July 28-August 1
Owlets GoldInstructor: Becca BarnikowAssistant: Gus HodgeAges: 3-4Cost: $240These kids might be little, but they will have big fun at this camp. Each week, (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!) will focus on a new theme with lessons and activities. This Country School returning camp leader has created fun mini lessons, arts and crafts projects, along with songs and stories for the youngest kids on campus. Her assistant, Gus Hodge is a returning Owlets camp counselor.All participants of this camp must be 3 years of age by 6/1/2025 and fully potty trained.Owlets BlueInstructor: Wiley BartelsAssistant: Harrison Hodge ‘22Ages: 4-5Cost: $240Not quite ready for a big kid camp, but ready enough to spend the morning learning, crafting, adventuring and playing! Returning camp leader, Wiley Bartles and returning assistant, Harrison Hodge ‘22 have been working on creative activities for these 4-5 year olds that follow a new theme each week (offered for five weeks; come to one or all!). Your child will learn, create and foster new friendships at this camp.All participants of this camp must be 4 years of age by 6/1/2025Mural Mystery CampSkylar Bartels, Country School TeacherAges: 6-9Cost: $240In this camp children will work together to create their own collective mystery story and make a large collaborative mural with hidden clues. With the intent of this mural being hung in an imaginary museum, the artists will paint in their own personal styles as much of the story as they would like to disclose, giving clues without revealing the full mystery. Campers will learn about creative storytelling, the history of muralism and symbolism, and they will develop collaborative skills in a fun and creative setting.Come Have Fun with Math!Instructor: Deb Line, Country School TeacherAges: 5-11Cost: $240Whether you have figured out many of math’s secrets and want to learn more, or on the other hand, think math just isn’t your thing? Join us for a fun-filled week of mathematical adventure. Let’s explore the puzzles, patterns and codes that make math fun and exciting!Enjoy interactive games, participate in group projects, or design your own activities!Summer is the time to explore math like never before… join us!Outdoor Exploring, Crafting, and HikingElayna PatnodeAges 5-8Cost $240Join us for a fun-filled summer adventure at Outdoor Exploring, Crafting, and Hiking! Designed for kids ages 5-8, this camp offers a perfect blend of active play, nature exploration, and creative fun. Campers will enjoy exciting hikes, team-building fitness activities, hands-on crafting projects inspired by the outdoors, and plenty of opportunities to discover the wonders of nature. With a focus on fostering curiosity, creativity, and healthy habits, this camp promises unforgettable memories and new friendships in a safe, supportive environment. Let the adventures begin!
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Cancellation Policy
We will offer a full refund until April 15, 2025 or a half refund through May 15, 2025.No refunds will be given after May 15, 2025. -
Sunscreen Permission
Campers 6 years of age and older may bring sunscreen from home but may not share that sunscreen with anyone else.
Campers under 6 years of age should have sunscreen applied before leaving home. If you choose to send your 6 and under to camp with sunscreen, a signed Authorization for the Administration of Medication must be signed by a doctor and given to the camp director.
Perfect for Young Leaders
July 14-18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Led by Harvard University undergraduate members of Harvard Model Congress, the program spans 5 days and centers around leadership activities, contextual problem solving, and group collaboration to generate inventive solutions to some of the most urgent challenges of our era.
As a part of the program, participants will undertake a hands-on project with measurable outcomes. The curriculum aims to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience for 6-10th Grade students to cultivate their leadership abilities, and connect with other like-minded individuals.
As a part of the program, participants will undertake a hands-on project with measurable outcomes. The curriculum aims to provide a comprehensive and immersive experience for 6-10th Grade students to cultivate their leadership abilities, and connect with other like-minded individuals.
Harvard Model Congress (HMC) at Harvard University stands as the world's largest congressional simulation conference, offering high school students an immersive and dynamic experience. With participation open to students from the United States and abroad, HMC presents a unique opportunity to engage in a realistic model congress simulation.
Partnering Again with Madison Racquet & Swim
Madison Racquet & Swim Club TCS Sports Camp
The Country School and the Madison Racquet & Swim Club are excited for another successful summer of TCS Sports Camp! In addition to our sports at The Country School, we are pleased to announce we are returning swimming into our program.
341 Opening Hill Road, Madison, CT 06443
P. 203-421-3113 | Health Office F. 860-469-2550
P. 203-421-3113 | Health Office F. 860-469-2550
Founded in 1955, The Country School is a coeducational, independent school serving students in PreSchool-Grade 8. The Country School is committed to active, hands-on learning and a vigorous curriculum that engages the whole child.
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