Summer camps are a great time for kids to try new things, nurture unique interests, meet new friends, stretch their creativity, and have tons of summer fun! You're guaranteed to find something on this list of Upper East Side summer camps that your kid will be excited about!
Want to see your camp featured in the 2024 Macaroni Kid NYC Upper East Side Summer Camp Guide? Email us today!
Camp at The Art Farm in NYC |
We offer a half-day and full-day summer camp program for 2 year olds and 3 year-olds in a warm, nurturing environment. We help to make sure that separation is gentle and easy for both children and caregivers. Campers will have live animal science lessons and up-close encounters with our animals daily in their classroom and in our indoor petting zoo. Activities include creating art masterpieces, cooking with our chef in the kitchen, and playing instruments and singing in music class.
Every day, our campers will get fresh air outside at the Asphalt Green Playground which is just half a block away from our facility. Our Three's also play in the sprinklers weather permitting All half-day and full-day campers should bring a nut-free lunch or buy one through our lunch program.
Our full-day campers will finish their afternoon with rest time and an additional snack before pick up. Our Two’s will have some more playtime in the classroom before pick up and our Three’s will continue their afternoon with more art, early literacy, math, and science activities. The groups will be divided into two separate age groups.
East Side and West Side Locations for Summer 2024
Hamsters | 3 Year Olds - Half Day or Full Day Option LEARN MORE
Froggies | 4 Year Olds or Entering Pre-Kindergarten LEARN MORE
Parrots & Doves | 5 Year Olds or Entering Kindergarten LEARN MORE
Geckos & Dragons | 6 - 7 Year Olds or Entering 1st - 2nd Grade
Chinchillas | 8 -11 Year Olds or Entering 3rd Grade - 6th Grade LEARN MORE
Contact Info:
The Art Farm
431 East 91 Street
New York, NY 10128
Email:frontdesk@theartfarms.com
Summer Jump Start Clinics at Goldfish Swim School - UES 80th Street |
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- Build confidence in and out of the water.
- Help to develop gross motor skills and hand-eye
- coordination
- Enhance water safety skills.
- Being proactive against drowning for all types of bodies of
- water.
- Help to set goals for your kiddos and celebrate all of their
- wins along the way!
- Build social and emotional skills while also learning how to
- follow rules and regulations!
Brooklyn Robot Foundry |
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Unleash Your Child's Inner Engineer This Summer!
This summer, Brooklyn Robot Foundry gives your child the gift of hands-on learning and creative exploration with our unique STEAM camp! We're not just about fun – we're about building resilience, sparking innovation, and creating lasting memories. This is truly a unique camp for rising 1st graders-5th graders.
What makes our camp truly special?
- Daily STEAM Creations: Your child will design, build, decorate, and take home exciting STEAM projects every single day! Imagine the pride and confidence they'll gain!
- Expert, Engaging Instructors: Our passionate instructors are more than just teachers; they're mentors who create a dynamic and fun learning environment where every child feels inspired.
- Convenient UES Locations: Enjoy the ease of our camp locations at trusted and accessible UES institutions including Nightingale-Bamford School, Marymount Manhattan College and Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church.
- Engineering Mindset = Resilience: We go beyond building projects – we build resilience! Through the engineering design process, children learn to problem-solve, adapt, and persevere.
- Safe & Supportive Atmosphere: Your child's well-being is our priority. We create a nurturing environment where they can confidently explore, experiment, and thrive.
- Active Summer Fun: We balance focused learning with energetic movement breaks and plenty of outdoor time, ensuring a well-rounded and joyful summer experience.
Join us at one of our three locations this summer:
1. Location: Nightingale-Bamford School
Dates:6/30/25-8/15/25* No camp 7/4
2. Location:Marymount Manhattan College
Dates: 7/7/25-8/22/25
3. Location:Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church
Dates: 8/24/25-8/29/25
Use the code MAC200 to save $200 off of one week of summer camp.
Colina Italiana |
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Learn and practice the Italian language with new friends everyday
Collina Italiana’s mini camp is a fun and immersive experience for kids of all language competency levels. Children (ages 3-10 or age 2 if already enrolled in our programs) learn about all things Italian through games, music, dance, and many other educational activities in a fun and engrossing atmosphere.
Kids will be placed in groups according to their age and level. Classes for bilingual kids are taught using Italian school textbooks and workbooks.
The Italian Camp program includes:
Giochiamo in Italiano: Learn Italian through games, music and dances.
Vocabolario: Learn vocabulary with books, cards and educational activities.
Arte Insieme: Unlock your creativity – make art while speaking Italian.
Cinema Italiano: Study Italian through animated movies, videos and cartoons.
Reading and Writing: Kids 5 years and up as well as bilingual kids will learn and practice reading and writing.
Grammatica: Grammar classes for kids 6 years and up plus bilingual kids.
La scuola italiana: Learn history, geography and science for bilingual kids — all in Italian!
SUMMER CAMP – Outdoor activities: Daily outdoor activities in the nearby playground and Central Park (both 3-4 blocks away).
Kids will bring a snack, lunch, water bottle (hat and sunscreen for Summer Camp).
One-day/week Camp
Kids ages 3 – 10 (or age 2 if already enrolled in our programs)
Kids will be grouped by age and level.
Discount for siblings: 10% off on total – Use coupon code “camp2“
– Early Drop Off at 8:30 am: $30 per day –
– Late Pick-Up (1pm OR 4pm): $50 per day –
Kids will bring a snack, lunch (only for option 9-3pm), water bottle.
This summer, Brooklyn Robot Foundry gives your child the gift of hands-on learning and creative exploration with our unique STEAM camp! We're not just about fun – we're about building resilience, sparking innovation, and creating lasting memories. This is truly a unique camp for rising 1st graders-5th graders.
EBL Coaching |
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The NYC Parks Summer Day Camp program is an exciting chance for children ages 6 to 13 to have
🔍 Academic Enrichment: Summer Skills & Strategy Programs
Looking to help your child strengthen essential academic skills over the summer? These two specialized programs offer targeted instruction using proven, multi-sensory teaching methods tailored to each student’s learning profile.
Summer Skills Building Program (Grades 1–6)
📅 Dates: August 4–15 & August 18–29
🕘 Time: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Small group instruction with customized learning plans
Students build foundational skills in reading, writing, math word problems, and executive functioning through a research-based, multi-sensory approach. Daily sessions include Orton-Gillingham reading instruction, writing development, reading comprehension, and math/problem-solving activities. A mid-morning snack break and a motivating rewards program keep young learners engaged and empowered.
Summer Strategy Building Program (Grades 7–12)
📅 Dates: August 4–15 & August 18–29
🕐 Time: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
📍 Intensive academic strategy coaching for upper-level students
Older students strengthen executive functioning and academic skills critical for middle and high school success. Sessions cover writing organization, active reading, note-taking, time management, and test-taking strategies. Instruction is tailored to student levels and emphasizes hands-on techniques like outlining, webbing, and highlighting to build independence and confidence.
Both programs begin with individualized assessments and focus on helping students return to school feeling prepared, confident, and capable. Ideal for families seeking structured summer learning with a proven track record of success.
NYC Summer Day Camp Program |
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The NYC Parks Summer Day Camp program is an exciting chance for children ages 6 to 13 to have a fun-filled summer! Campers engage in sports, fitness, and outdoor adventures while taking part in many of New York City’s rich cultural and educational opportunities.
Activities include arts and crafts, field games, sports clinics, computer classes, STEAM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics), cultural and educational trips, and nature exploration with the Urban Park Rangers. Specific activities, dates, and trip destinations will depend upon the camp location. Currently, swimming is not a guaranteed activity for NYC Parks Summer Camp.
Camper Ages
6 - 13 years old
Camp Dates and Hours
Camp sessions are July 6 - August 18th
Cost
- Regular Day Camp Cost (9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday): $500 per child for seven weeks
- Extended Day Camp Cost (8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Friday): $575 per child for seven weeks
