The Bulldog Days of Summer: Summer at SSESH

St. Stephen’s Summer Camps offer a warm, engaging summer experience for students from 15 months through rising 6th grade. Rooted in Montessori principles, our camps encourage curiosity, independence, and joyful discovery—while still feeling like summer. Each day includes hands-on activities, creative projects, games, outdoor play, and time with friends, blending meaningful learning with relaxed summer fun.

Enrollment is limited to current and newly accepted SSESH students, as well as siblings of students and alumni (Primary and Elementary camps).

Orientation Summer Camp

15 months-2 years old

Orientation Summer Camp offers current toddler students the opportunity to remain engaged in the familiar, nurturing Montessori environment during the summer. With a focus on skill- building, children continue their journey of exploration and discovery while enjoying meaningful connections with peers and teachers, along with plenty of outdoor play and creative learning.

This camp is designed for rising First- and Second-Year Orientation students who are currently enrolled or will be enrolled in August 2026. Children must be 15 months old by June 1st to participate.

Registration begins January 20, 2026. Limited spots are available, so be sure to enroll early!

For any questions, please contact the Summer Camp Coordinator, Celia Hughes, at chughes@ssesh.org.

Camp Dates

  • Week 1: June 1-5
  • Week 2: June 8-12
  • Week 3: June 15-19
  • Week 4: June 22-26
  • No Camp the week of June 29th
  • Week 5: July 6-10
  • Week 6: July 13-17
  • Week 7: July 20-24
  • Week 8: July 27-31

Schedule

7:30 to 8:00 am Before Care
8:00 to 8:15 am Arrival
8:30 to 9:30 am Outdoor Exploration
9:30 to 11:00 am Individual Snack; Work Time
11:30 am Dismissal (Half Day); Lunch (Full Day)
noon to 12:15 pm Transition to Nap
12:15 to 2:30 pm Nap
2:30 pm Dismissal (Full Day)
2:30 to 5:00 pm After Care

WEEKLY Camp Cost

  • Before Care: $30
  • Half-Day: $275
  • Full Day: $400
  • After Care: $110

Primary Summer Camp

3 years – Rising Kindergarteners

Primary Summer Camp invites rising 1st-year, 2nd-year, and Kindergarten Primary students to choose from three exciting and engaging camp themes. Students may stick with the same theme all summer long or switch it up week by week. With options spanning early literacy and storytelling, arts and crafts, movement and music, and hands-on science exploration, there’s something to spark every child’s curiosity.

Alumni and siblings of currently enrolled students are welcome. Children must be 3 years old by June 1st to participate.

Registration opens January 20, 2026. Limited spots are available, so be sure to enroll early!

For any questions, please contact the Summer Camp Coordinator, Celia Hughes, at chughes@ssesh.org.

Camp Dates

  • Week 1: June 1-5
  • Week 2: June 8-12
  • Week 3: June 15-19
  • Week 4: June 22-26
  • No Camp the week of June 29th
  • Week 5: July 6-10
  • Week 6: July 13-17
  • Week 7: July 20-24
  • Week 8: July 27-31

Schedule

7:15 to 8:00 am Before Care
8:00 to 8:15 am Arrival
8:00 to 9:00 am Outdoor Exploration
9:00 to 11:00 am Individual Snack; Theme Lesson
11:30 am Dismissal (Half Day); Lunch (Full Day)
12:15 to 2:30 pm Nap or Afternoon Work Time
2:30 pm Dismissal (Full Day)
2:30 to 5:00 pm After Care

WEEKLY Camp Cost

  • Before Care: $30
  • Half-Day: $275
  • Full Day: $400
  • After Care: $110

Elementary Summer Camp

Rising 1st – Rising 6th Graders

Elementary Summer Camp invites rising 1st–6th graders to play, learn, and create in a joyful and familiar environment. Mornings resemble a shortened Montessori work period, giving students focused time to strengthen ELA and Mathematics skills through engaging, teacher-guided lessons that build confidence and keep them sharp. In the afternoons, campers dive into hands-on art and makerspace projects that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and imagination. Outdoor exploration and unstructured play are woven throughout the day, giving children time to move, connect, and enjoy summer.

Registration opens January 20, 2026. Limited spots are available, so be sure to enroll early!

For any questions, please contact the Summer Camp Coordinator, Celia Hughes, at chughes@ssesh.org.

Camp Dates

  • Week 1: June 1-5
  • Week 2: June 8-12
  • Week 3: June 15-19
  • Week 4: June 22-26
  • No Camp the week of June 29th
  • Week 5: July 6-10
  • Week 6: July 13-17
  • Week 7: July 20-24

Schedule

7:15 to 8:00 am Before Care
8:00 to 8:15 am Arrival
8:00 to 9:00 am Outdoor Play
9:00 to 11:00 am Work Time
11:00 am to 12:00 pm Lunch & Recess
12:00 to 2:30 pm Nap or Afternoon Work Time
2:30 pm Dismissal 
2:30 to 5:00 pm After Care

WEEKLY Camp Cost

  • Before Care: $30
  • Half-Day: $275
  • Full Day: $400
  • After Care: $110