Summer@Country School

Summer@Country School

Create. Discover.
Perform. Explore.

A mix of traditional day camp and specialty programs, Summer@Country School offers children ages 3 through 15 the opportunity to learn cool things, renew and make new friendships and have fun under the careful guidance of our teachers and summer staff. New Canaan Country School’s ample facilities and campus (which includes a swimming pool, innovations lab, Maker space, gym, playing fields, and 35-acres of woodlands and trails), provide ample space for our indoor and outdoor summer-time programs. 

Contact Us!
summer@countryschool.net, (203) 801-5881

Important Dates

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  • Online Registration Opens

    November 20, 2026

  • Meet & Greet

    Sun., June 20 (1-3 p.m.)
    Families are invited to campus to 
    meet the summer camp staff.

  • Day Camp

    June 21–August 20, Weekdays
    from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

  • Summer Carnival

    Wed., August 11, 4–6 p.m.
    We invite all families to join us on campus after the camp day for a summer carnival!

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  • Option 1

    Full Day Camp

    Dates: June 21–August 20
    Ages: Beginners (age 3)–Rising Grade 4
     
    Our day camp operates from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Summer@Country School offers a safe, self-contained environment perfect for campers to freely explore and enjoy their favorite activities with friends old and new. We offer a range of traditional and new activities that make each summer unique, including art, STEM and athletics, 85-acres of outdoor and woodland adventure, and weekly specials. Through hands-on experiences and a combination of guided and independent experiences, campers are encouraged to try new things, explore, accept challenges, and most of all have fun.

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  • Option 2

    Morning Half-Day Camps

    Dates: June 21–August 20
    Ages: Beginners (age 3)–Beginners (age 4)
     
    Our Half-Day Programs operate from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., or 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Summer@Country School offers a safe, self-contained environment perfect for campers to freely explore and enjoy their favorite activities with friends old and new. We offer a range of traditional and new activities that make each summer unique, including art, STEM and athletics, 85-acres of outdoor and woodland adventure, and weekly specials. Through hands-on experiences and a combination of guided and independent experiences, campers are encouraged to try new things, explore, accept challenges, and most of all have fun.

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  • C.I.T. Program

    Counselor in Training Program

    Rising Grade 7 through rising Grade 9 (ages 13-15)
    Week 2  June 28-July 2  
    Week 3  July 6-9* (No programming July 5, 2027)
    Week 4  July 12-16
    Week 5  July 19-23
    Week 6 July 26-30
    Week 7 August 2-6
    Week 8 August 9-13
    Week 9 August 16-20
    *Children can be registered for any or all of the sessions.

    For campers 15 and younger, this summer program allows this age group to develop professionally, be a role model for younger campers and have fun! Our Counselor In Training (CIT) Program is a great opportunity for rising Grade 7–9. The program focuses on what it takes to be a successful camp counselor and will create a foundation of soft skills. The CITs are under the mentorship of dedicated staff as they progress through the program. Participants will have direct access to the inner workings of Summer@Country School and the expertise of the staff. 

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  • Summer Camp Fees

    Early Childhood Half-Day Programs: (Morning, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.)
    Ages: Rising 3 & 4 year olds
    &
    Full Day Summer Program: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
    Rising 3-year-olds through rising Grade 4

    Children eligible for all programs must be toilet trained.

    *Please note financial aid is not available for Summer@Country School.

    Dates
    Coming soon!
    Half-Day Fee
    (Rising 3 & 4 year olds)
    		Coming soon!
    Full Day Fee
    (Rising 3 year olds - Gr. 4)
    Week 1: June 21-25$400$900
    Week 2: June 28-July 2$400$900
    Week 3: July 6-9
    (*No camp July 5)
    		$320$720
    Week 4: July 12-16$400$900
    Week 5: July 19-23$400$900
    Week 6: July 26-30$400$900
    Week 7: August 2-6$400$900
    Week 8: August 9-13$400$900
    Week 9: August 16-20$400$900
    *Children can be registered for any or all of the sessions. Session dates for the full day and half-day programs are the same.

    C.I.T. Program: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Rising Grade 7 through rising Grade 9 (ages 13-15)
    $450/week

    Lunch and snacks provided for full day campers.

  • Important Notes

    • Campers must turn 3 before the first day of camp.
    • All campers must be toilet trained before the first day of camp. Please review our Toileting Policy located in our program handbook.
    • There may be one or more groups per rising grade level.
    • Multiple grades might be combined into one camp group, based on registration numbers.
    • Two or more counselors are assigned to each group of campers.
    • If you cancel prior to April 1, 2027, you will receive a full refund, minus your deposit payment. The deposit payment is $150 per child per session. If you cancel after April 1, 2027, no refund will be provided. Waitlists will generate if a group reaches capacity. In the event of a cancellation after April 1, camp administration will consult existing waitlists. If a family on the waitlist is able to take the spot, then a refund minus the deposit will be issued.

  • Swimming & Water Play

    Safety at the pool is our number one concern. Trained lifeguards are on duty at all times. Additionally, campers swim only in water depths determined appropriate by their swim abilities.

    Children in Grades 1–4 will have the option to select free swimming during the camp day. Free swimming groups are designed by age. Each child’s swimming ability is evaluated at the start of the program session to better understand their swimming level. Upon registration, parents/guardians will need to approve and complete the appropriate waivers giving their child permission to participate in free swimming. 

    EC children will not be swimming. They will experience water play as part of their daily program. Water play activities will include sprinklers, water tables and water games. All water play activities will be supervised by lead and assistant counselors.


  • Camp Groups

    Our coed day camp is offered to children age 3 through rising Grade 4 campers. Camper groups are based on a variety of factors including age at time of session and enrollment capacities. Group information will be shared prior to the start of the camp program.

  • Weekly Themes

    *On Fridays, wear your camp shirt for community spirit!
    *On Wednesdays (or every day), dress in theme! 
     
    June 21-25Splash into Summer
    June 28-July 2All About Bubbles
    June 6-July 9Color Connections (No programming July 5, 2027)
    July 12-16Builders & Inventors
    July 19-23Mythical Creatures
    July 26-30Super Science
    August 2-6Naturalists: The World Around Us
    August 9-13Animal Exploration
    August 16-20Super Heroes

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  • Grandmother of Fifth Grader

    “My grandson, entering fifth grade, had a fabulous week of exciting experiences at the exceptionally well-organized Summer@Country School program. He loved the variety of activities offered, the daily swimming and outside games. He so enjoyed the wonderful team of caring counselors who created a fun-filled week he will always remember.”

  • Parent of Second Grader

    “Summer@Country School was the highlight of our summer! My son had a blast with new and old friends. and each day was a perfect mix of indoor and outdoor fun. Our only regret is that we didn’t sign up for more sessions. We can’t wait for next summer!”

Seize the Summer Fun.

New Canaan Country School

635 Frogtown Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
Phone: (203) 972-0771

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New Canaan Country School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin and are afforded all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid policies or any other school-administered programs.