Summer Fun and Learning

The Country School Summer Running Camp: Championship coaching. Real results. 

 

Kick off your summer learning the oldest sport in the world—cross-country and distance running—at The Country School Summer Running Camp. Our coaches have combined to produce: 
-Five Connecticut State Championship teams   

-Nine National Junior Olympics All-Americans 

-Multiple Connecticut Track & Field State Champions 

 

 This is high-level coaching designed specifically for young athletes in grades 4 through high school. Whether you’re a competitive runner, new to the sport, or a soccer or lacrosse player looking to build serious endurance, this camp gives you the tools to improve immediately—and safely. 

 

What Makes It Different
Individualized coaching and daily feedback • Video form analysis • A personalized summer training plan • Emphasis on injury prevention and smart training • Hydration and nutrition education • Scenic runs (often ending with a swim) • Mental training, goal setting, and race strategy 

 

Our coaches are not only elite competitors—they are experienced educators who know how to develop young athletes. Campers leave stronger, more confident, and equipped with the knowledge to train with purpose all summer long. When the fall starting line arrives, they won’t just be ready. They’ll be ahead. 

Not 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 6/1/2026

Cool-ology® Super Ooey Gooey Science and Engineering Camp    
Instructor: Claudia Esposito, STEAM Teacher
Assistant: Elizabeth Rogers '23
Ages: 5-8
Cost: $255        
Join 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!

Dance and Creative Movement    
Instructor: Emily Dupont, PreK Assistant Teacher
Ages: 8-12    
Cost: $250
Dance and Creative Movement will be a variety of different dance styles and yoga where campers can create their own dance at the end of camp.

Jewelry and Beading Design Craft Camp    
Instructor: Tina Edwards            
Ages: 5-11   
Cost: $255
Make 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. Join us for one week or all three weeks. Each week will offer new and varied projects. 

Outdoor Exploration Games and Crafting    
Instructor: Elayna Patnode                
Ages: 5-8    
Cost: $250
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. Attend one week or all four. Each week will have new activities and crafts.

Molecular and Cell  Biology Through Art, Design, and Technology  
Instructor: Amy Cornell                
Ages: 11-14
Cost: $250   
This immersive, five-day camp introduces core concepts in molecular and cell biology through hands-on experiments, creative art-making, and modern lab technology. Each day blends biology, engineering, and visual design to reinforce scientific understanding through making and experimentation. Campers create DNA-inspired art, investigate cell membranes with eggs and microscopy, and develop precision skills through pipetting challenges. Later in the week, campers look for a gene using PCR, run gel electrophoresis to analyze results, and finish the week by designing and 3D printing a molecular model. Campers gain confidence using authentic lab tools while blending science, art, and engineering in a fun, creative environment.

Paint and Play 
Instructor: Sam Oceguera, 2nd Grade Teacher
Ages: 5-8    
Cost: $250
At Paint and Play Club, kids get messy, mix colors, and have a blast creating art with their imaginations! Kids will explore painting, textures, and sensory materials while having fun and being creative. We will engage in projects that mix art and play such as balloon splatter paintings, moon sand, and salt art. Join is for one week or all four weeks. We will create new projects each week. 

Coding Camp    
Instructor: Emily Beinkampen, 4th Grade Teacher                
Ages: 8-11    
Cost: $250
In Coding Camp, campers will dive into the world of computer science in a fun and interactive way. They'll explore coding fundamentals such as sequencing, loops, and events through online coding tools and engaging, hands-on activities. By the end of the week, campers will be able to design and code their very own games! Join us for one week or all five weeks. There will be new activities each week.