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Preschool camps near Miami allow young kids to explore the exciting world around them. Photo courtesy of Funky Fish Ocean Camp
Preschool camps near Miami allow young kids to explore the exciting world around them. Photo courtesy of Funky Fish Ocean Camp
4/16/23 - By Lindsey Scannell

Summer camps for preschoolers in Miami offer young kids a chance to have the ultimate adventure when school ends. Check out our list of South Florida summer camps that preschool kids are sure to enjoy! From preschool camps designed solely for preschool-aged children to Miami summer camps that kids can start in pre-k and can attend as they grow.

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Even the youngest kids can explore nature at Camp La Scuola. Photo courtesy of Camp La Scuola
Even the youngest kids can explore nature at Camp La Scuola. Photo courtesy of Camp La Scuola

Summer Camps for Preschoolers Near Miami

Hepburn Center Summer Camp Program

Hallandale Beach
Part of the Summer Youth Cultural Enrichment Program through the Human Services Department, the Hepburn Center Summer Camp Program operates camp from June to August for kids in VPK-8th grade. Activities include academic studies, swimming lessons, field trips, arts and crafts, dance, and more. Camp runs 8am-5:30pm. READ MORE

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School

Miami
Belen Summer Camp offers a wide variety of recreational, educational, and vocational activities for campers ages 4-14. Activities include arts & crafts, dance, swimming, track & field, tumbling, wrestling, birthday celebrations, end of summer show, field days, guest speakers, mini Olympics, nature hikes, storytelling, talent shows, and more. READ MORE

Circle C Youth Ranch

Miami
This 8-week Christian camp for kids ages 3-14 offers lunch, lockers, archery, Bible, swimming, boating, horses, pony rides, hayrides, game room, crafts, and many sport-related activities. READ MORE

Camp La Scuola

Miami
This camp for children from preschool to middle school immerses campers in nature through hands-on research both inside and outside of the classroom. The core camp values are caring, confidence, connection, curiosity, and creativity. READ MORE

Camp J Miami at Alper JCC

Miami
A summer camp offering programs for campers from infant up to grade 10, Camp J gives campers a traditional day camp experience, a sports camp, art camp, and other camp options perfect for any interest. Campers enjoy a wide variety of activities led by trained and experienced staff and designed to give them a summer experience unlike any other.   READ MORE
Funky Fish Ocean Camp introduces kids to oceanography and the love of water wildlife. Photo courtesy of Funky Fish Ocean Camp
Funky Fish Ocean Camp introduces kids to oceanography and the love of water wildlife. Photo courtesy of Funky Fish Ocean Camp

Preschool Camps Near Fort Lauderdale

Camp Nova at NSU University School

Fort Lauderdale
Camp Nova is open to students, preschool through grade 11, with programs that include archery, martial arts, dance, and SciencePalooza—a STEAM-based camp. Most counselors are certified teachers. READ MORE

Sagemont Preparatory School Summer Camp

Weston
The Sagemont Prepatory School offers a summer camp for kids ages 3 to 12th grade. Camps offered are Day Camp, Preschool Camp, Specialty Camps, Academic Camps, a camp at the Conservatory of the Arts, and a swim program. At the summer camp, every activity campers participate in is designed as a chance for them to learn, grow, and have fun! READ MORE

Smart and Fit Kids

Davie
Offering summer camp programs for children ages 4-5 years old and kindergarten through 5th grade, Smart and Fit Kids provides fun and exciting age-appropriate activities to develop, educate, and entertain in the comfort of a safe and nurturing environment. During camp, an hour each day is dedicated to Summer Bridge Workbook activities, along with crossword puzzles, word problems, and math games. Meals are provided. READ MORE

Camp Live Oak

Fort Lauderdale
A camp for kids ages 3 to 13, Camp Live Oak accommodates every interest including day camp, fishing camp, environmental and marine camp, and more. Campers experience activities such as paddle boarding, archery, swimming, field trips, surfing, hiking, science activities, and tons of sports. Parents can experience life as a camper together with their child in a half-day summer program canoeing through the mangroves, exploring trails, fishing in the waterways, creating art and craft projects, and participating in hands-on science projects. READ MORE

Funky Fish Ocean Camp

Fort Lauderdale
Geared towards children ages 4-17 with a ratio of 1 instructor to 7 children, this summer camp ensures that the size of the program is small and the experiences are big. This camp is offered to locals and tourists for 1 day or 5 days at a time. With locations throughout resorts in Fort Lauderdale, this camp offers an extraordinary day filled with snorkeling, boogie boarding, skim boarding, eco-art, and oceanology. The camp requires a minimum of 4 children to run and 48 hours advance booking. READ MORE
Enjoy the great outdoors at Whispering Pines Day Camp! Photo courtesy of Whispering Pines Day Camp
Enjoy the great outdoors at Whispering Pines Day Camp! Photo courtesy of Whispering Pines Day Camp

Preschool Camps Near West Palm Beach

Ladybug Yoga Mind & Body

Boca Raton
This summer camp is for children ages 3-10 years old (must be fully potty trained). The day camp runs 9am-3pm and offers after-care for summer campers until 6pm. Kids enjoy yoga, arts and crafts, dance, water play, and more activities. READ MORE

Ignite Sports

Jupiter
Ignite Sports summer camp activities include silly soccer, kickball, dodge ball, American Ninja Warrior, game room, t-ball, movie time, yoga, bounce house, ultimate frisbee, ping pong, obstacle course, and more. Summer camp is a weekly registration camp for children ages 3 - 6 years old and 7 - 12 year old. READ MORE

Saint Andrews School - Boca Raton

Boca Raton
Saint Andrew's School offers an engaging curriculum and summer camp. Campers ages 3-13 are encouraged to participate and engage in all activities, which include swimming, slackline, arts and crafts, dance, gaga, yoga, archery, science, sports, and martial arts. Hot lunch and cool snack are provided. Each camp session incorporates exciting special events and fun programming. The facilities on campus include individual group classrooms, 3 air-conditioned gyms, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, 10 tennis courts, and Bermuda grass fields.     READ MORE

Whispering Pines Day Camp

Boynton Beach
Located on 15 gated acres, Whispering Pines Day Camp includes tennis courts, a campus of classrooms, air conditioned gymnasium, and a state-of-the-art playground. The summer camp provides the space, opportunity, and guidance for campers to create friendships through shared experiences. Through the camper centers experiences, campers can create lasting memories and relationships that endure. 2023 update: June sessions only  Activities include arts and crafts, archery, daily challenges, weekly tennis groups, team sports such as lacrosse, football, soccer... READ MORE

American Heritage Schools - Palm Beach Campus

Delray Beach
American Heritage Schools' Summer Day Camp offers both day camp and specialized camps including Robotics Camp, Musical Theatre Camp, Science Adventure Camp, Art Camp, Video Production Camp, Little Engineers, Junior Explorers. Young Scientists, The Beat Goes On, and Sport Camps. There is a second campus in Plantation for a closer option for Broward residents. READ MORE

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