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Philadelphia's Best Summer Camps for Preschoolers

Celebrate at Burn Brae Day Camp. Photo courtesy of the camp
Celebrate at Burn Brae Day Camp. Photo courtesy of the camp
4/9/23 - By Kristen Sullivan

Selecting the perfect summer camp for Philly children can be challenging under normal circumstances. But when looking for a location that offers options for especially young tots, it can be particularly difficult.

Thankfully, Philly parents can turn to Mommy Poppins Philadelphia to round up destinations for the littlest among us. Whether your family needs care all summer long or you just want to provide a change of scenery and stimulation for your toddler or preschooler, we've found lots of fantastic summer camps in Philadelphia and throughout the Delaware Valley. While many camps start accepting campers at age 4, some even accommodate kiddos 3 and younger.

Need a camp for older kids? Be sure to check out our Summer Camp Guide and our posts about traditional day camps, STEM camps, free and affordable camps, and more. 

 

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Sign your little ones up for some summer fun at Kids on 12th. Photo courtesy of Kids On 12th
Sign your little ones up for some summer fun at Kids on 12th. Photo courtesy of Kids On 12th

Summer Camps for Preschoolers in Philadelphia

ESF Camps

Haverford and Newtown Square
ESF Camps offers campers from 3-18 opportunities to explore new things. From mini-camp for young ones to STEM and academic camps for older kids to sports such as tennis and soccer, ESF camps take place at locations throughout the region. READ MORE

Kids on 12th: Philadelphia Kids Club

Philadelphia
A fitness & activity center for kids located in the heart of Center City, Kids on 12th offers summer camp opportunities for kids 3-11, as well as swimming lessons at the outdoor pool during swim season. There are also Saturday classes at the Friends Select School. READ MORE

InMovement Gymnastics

Queen Village, Bella Vista, & the BOK Building
In addition to gymnastic classes and programming for children and adults, Philly InMovement also offers summer camp, vacation camp, and birthday parties—all with a gymnastics theme. Open play hours are available for little ones, and kids who get serious about gymnastics can participate in the team program. InMovement currently has three locations in Center City. READ MORE

Riverbend Environmental Education Center

Gladwyne
Riverbend Environmental Education Center in Gladwyne, Pa., offers year-round exploration camps and educational programs, nature clubs and other events. Campers ages 4 to 11 experience outdoor play, hike, explore animal habitats, play games, perform science experiments, and more. READ MORE

Spring Garden Academy Summer Enrichment Camp

Philadelphia
Spring Garden Academy offers a full-day camp for children aged 2 ½ years old through 6th grade. Morning programs, afternoon programs, and full-day program are available for school aged children. READ MORE

William Penn Charter School Camp

Philadelphia
Penn Charter offers summer camp for kids ages 3-14. Campers can expect daily instructional swim, free swim, tennis, art, archery, music, dance, drama, sports, and games. Younger children must be potty trained. READ MORE

Camp TPS

Philadelphia
Kids in preschool through fifth grade can explore Philadelphia, work in the garden, and play in the classrooms of The Philadelphia School during six weeks of summer. Preschoolers can enroll in Seeds Day Camp while older grades can choose a week of camp based on themes from chess to art to ballet to ultimate frisbee. Campers must be at least four years old, have completed one year of preschool, and be fully potty trained. READ MORE
Camp Curiosity is an inspiring environment for young minds to explore, create, and invent. Photo courtesy of the camp
Camp Curiosity is an inspiring environment for young minds to explore, create, and invent. Photo courtesy of the camp

Summer Camps for Preschoolers in Bucks County

Breezy Point

Langhorne
This day camp in Bucks County is especially designed for children ages 2-14. Campers can enjoy a wide variety of activities such as arts & crafts, sports, fishing, frogging, archery, and swimming. There is even a petting zoo on the grounds. READ MORE

Briar Bush Nature Center

Abington
Briar Bush Nature Center in Abington, Pa., has a great children's series, summer camp and school's out camp opportunities for children ages 4-15, escape trips, outreach programs, and several different annual events. Half day camps for ages 4-6 are also offered. READ MORE

Camp America

Chalfont
Camp America provides summer camp opportunities for kids from ages 2 1/2 to 15 years old. The facilities include swimming pools, soccer fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, softball fields, vollyeball courts, and indoor hockey pavillon. Arts & crafts, cooking, and drama are also offered. READ MORE

Camp Curiosity

Doylestown
Family owned and operated since 1965, Camp Curiosity offers summer camps for toddlers starting at age 2 1/2 through tweens in Grade 6. Teens and tweens in grades 7 and 8 can also join introductory leadership camps. Specialty camps are also available. READ MORE

Camp NAC

Newtown
Camp NAC boasts a 40,000-square-foot facility, a 4-acre outdoor water park, a playground, and both indoor and outdoor basketball courts. There are camps for preschoolers starting at age 3, up through camps for teens. Multiple week and multiple sibling discounts are available. READ MORE

Southampton Summer Day Camp

Southampton
Campers from 3 years old through grade 8 can participate in this traditional 8-week experience. Kids can try swimming, performing arts, horseback riding, sports, and nature challenges. Extended hours and door-to-door transportation are available. READ MORE
ESF Camps hosts a variety of sport camps for the preschool crowd. Photo courtesy of the camp
ESF Camps hosts a variety of sport camps for the preschool crowd. Photo courtesy of the camp

Summer Camps for Preschoolers in Chester County

ESF Camps

Haverford and Newtown Square
ESF Camps offers campers from 3-18 opportunities to explore new things. From mini-camp for young ones to STEM and academic camps for older kids to sports such as tennis and soccer, ESF camps take place at locations throughout the region. READ MORE

Oscar Lasko YMCA (A Branch of the Greater Brandywine YMCA)

West Chester
In addition the the expected offerings of a YMCA, Oscar Lasko provides summer camp opportunities for young ones beginning at age 3. READ MORE

United Sports and Training Center

Downingtown
United Sports offers youth programs, tournaments, and leagues in addition to camps and clinics. Sports classes include soccer, gymnastics, lacrosse, basketball, tennis, T-ball, volleyball, field hockey, track and field, cheerleading, and flag football. Pee Wee Camps start at age 3-5 and Action Day Camps are available for kids ages 6-13. READ MORE

Upper Main Line YMCA (A Branch of the Greater Brandywine YMCA)

Berwyn
The YMCA offers swimming classes for babies with grown-ups through advanced swimming, with lower rates for members. Promoting healthy living, the Y not only has fitness opportunities but also summer camp options that keep kids engaged. Camp Woodsy is specially designed for campers ages 3-6 while traditional day camps and teen camps are available for older participants. READ MORE
Join in the fun with your friends at The School in Rose Valley. Photo courtesy of the school
Join in the fun with your friends at The School in Rose Valley. Photo courtesy of the school

Summer Camps for Preschoolers in Delaware County

Camp Cornelius

Chadds Ford
Camp Cornelius offers both half and full day summer camp for kids ages 3-11. Themes include arts and crafts, STEM, cooking, and sports. READ MORE

Darlington Arts Center

Garnet Valley
Darlington Arts Center offers day off camps and summer arts camps that inspire students ages 3-14 to think creatively about the world around them and express themselves through the visual and performing arts. READ MORE

ESF Camps

Haverford and Newtown Square
ESF Camps offers campers from 3-18 opportunities to explore new things. From mini-camp for young ones to STEM and academic camps for older kids to sports such as tennis and soccer, ESF camps take place at locations throughout the region. READ MORE

Media-Providence Friends School

Media
Children ages 3-10 can expect a summer filled with fun at MPFS. Camp themes vary by week and include Nature Week, Magic Week, Sports Week, and Drama Week. Time to swim and field trips are also included. Extended care is available. READ MORE

Newlin Grist Mill

Glen Mills
Nature and history come alive at Newlin Grist Mill's Summer Discovery Camp. Kids from ages 4- 12 can explore the outdoors with scavenger hunts, hikes, and games while learning about colonial times along the way during these half day sessions. READ MORE

The School in Rose Valley

Rose Valley
A progressive school for children in PreK through Grade 6, The School in Rose Valley offers summer camp and mini camps for kids starting at age 3, with full-day and half-day options. READ MORE
Kids have a blast at Camp Discovery! Photo courtesy the the Montessori Children's House
Kids have a blast at Camp Discovery! Photo courtesy the the Montessori Children's House

Summer Camps for Preschoolers in Montgomery County

Bala House Montessori

Bala Cynwyd
Bala House Montessori is especially for campers ages 2 1/2 through 6 years. Teachers engage participants in a variety of activities such as water play, nature hikes, fantasty play, arts & crafts, and science experiments. Camp spaces have been filled so a waitlist has been created. READ MORE

Burn Brae Day Camp

Dresher
Burn Brae Day Camp of Creative Arts tailors its program for campers ages 3 -15. Participants can acquire new skills, build self-confidence, have one-on-one instruction, and make friends. Before and after care as well as door-to-door transportation is available. READ MORE

Camp Discovery at Montessori Children's House

Blue Bell and Warminster
Little campers from 18 months through 6 years old can learn and grow at Montessori Children's House. In addition to games, arts & crafts, and sports, children can enjoy special programs such as a visit from The Franklin Institute and Soccer Shots. READ MORE

Kaiserman JCC

Wynnewood
Camp KEF at Kaiserman JCC is divided into six age groups from infant and toddlers to students in Grades 7-9. Many activities including swimming are offered throughout the day. Before and after care as well as financial aid are available. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Riverbend Environmental Education Center
Southampton Summer Day Camp
Upper Main Line YMCA (A Branch of the Greater Brandywine YMCA)
Saint Cornelius Early Learning Center
Media-Providence Friends School
The School in Rose Valley,
Burn Brae Day Camp of Creative Arts