Summer is a time for kids to explore, learn, and have fun. Delaware County and its surrounding areas offer a variety of summer camps that cater to every interest, from performing arts and sports to nature exploration and STEAM education. Here’s the ultimate guide to summer camps in the area, complete with descriptions, age ranges, and registration information. Don’t wait—spots fill up fast!
1. Catholic Community Choir Summer Camps
Location: Springfield, PA
Ages: 4–15
For children with a love of performing arts, Catholic Community Choir’s summer camps offer immersive experiences in singing, acting, and dancing. Campers collaborate to stage a full-scale production, building confidence and teamwork in a supportive environment. Younger participants enjoy creative activities and games, while older campers hone their theater skills with professional guidance.
Registration Opens: January 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM.
2. Tyler Arboretum Summer Camps
Location: Media, PA
Ages: 4–12
Tyler Arboretum’s camps connect kids with nature through activities like wildlife observation, nature hikes, and eco-themed games. Younger campers enjoy sensory play and storytelling, while older children participate in ecological projects and science experiments. Weekly themes add excitement and variety, making this camp a favorite for young adventurers.
Registration: Coming Soon
3. Rocky Run YMCA Summer Camp
Location: Media, PA
Ages: 4–14
With activities ranging from swimming and sports to arts and crafts, Rocky Run YMCA provides a well-rounded summer experience. Weekly themes like “Superhero Week” and “Under the Sea” keep kids engaged, while staff emphasize teamwork, leadership, and confidence-building.
Registration Dates: January 8, 15, and 22, 2025 (varies by membership status).
4. Haverford Township Summer Camp
Location: Havertown, PA
Ages: 6–12
This traditional day camp offers a mix of sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor play, with weekly themes and exciting field trips. Campers are grouped by age, ensuring age-appropriate activities and opportunities to make friends.
Registration Opens: March 4, 2025 at 8 a.m
5. Garnet Valley Sports and Arts Camp
Location: Glen Mills, PA
Ages: 6–14
Garnet Valley’s camp combines sports clinics in basketball, soccer, and lacrosse with arts and theater programs. Kids can enhance their skills in their favorite activity or try something new, guided by experienced instructors who emphasize skill development and fun.
Registration: Open Now.
6. Malvern Day Camp
Location: Glen Mills, PA
Ages: 5–14
Malvern Day Camp offers a full range of activities, including swimming, kayaking, archery, and arts and crafts. Older kids can take part in leadership development, while younger children explore age-appropriate adventures. Flexible enrollment options make this camp a great choice for busy families.
Registration: Open Now.
7. The Creative Living Room Summer Camps
Location: Swarthmore, PA and Media, PA
Ages: 5–15
This arts-focused camp immerses children in weekly themes that include painting, dance, music, and theater. Professional teaching artists guide campers, and each week ends with a showcase for parents. The camp encourages creativity and self-expression in a fun, supportive environment.
Registration Opens: February 2025
8. Brandywine Conservancy Nature Camp
Location: Chadds Ford, PA
Ages: 5–12
This nature-focused camp takes children on outdoor adventures through the Brandywine River Valley. Activities include hiking, birdwatching, and stream exploration, fostering a love for the environment and an appreciation for natural ecosystems.
Registration: Open Now.
9. Hedgerow Theatre Summer Camp
Location: Rose Valley, PA
Ages: 7–16
Hedgerow Theatre’s camp immerses kids in acting, set design, and playwriting. Campers collaborate to create a production, performed for friends and family at the end of the session. It’s a fantastic option for budding performers and creative minds.
Registration Opens: January 20, 2025.
10. Delaware County Community College Summer Camps
Location: Media, PA
Ages: 6–14
Focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics), these camps include hands-on projects in robotics, coding, and digital arts. Programs are designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking, offering kids an opportunity to explore academic and career interests in a fun setting.
Registration Opens: January 20, 2025.
11. Camp Imagine at Newark Arts Alliance
Location: Newark, DE
Ages: 7–12
This arts camp engages kids in visual and performing arts, including painting, theater, singing, and dance. Scholarships are available for families with financial need, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
Registration Opens: February 1, 2025.
12. Paradise Farm Camps
Location: Downingtown, PA
Ages: 5–16
Paradise Farm Camps connect children with nature through hiking, archery, swimming, and team-building activities. Programs are designed to help kids develop leadership skills and a love for the outdoors in a fun and inclusive environment.
Registration Opens: Mid-January 2025.
13. Nike Football Skills Camp at West Chester University
Location: West Chester, PA
Ages: 7–18
Young athletes can enhance their football skills with position-specific drills and competitions. Led by experienced coaches, this camp provides a fun, confidence-boosting environment for players at all levels.
Registration: Open Now.
14. Wallingford Center for the Arts Summer Camp
Location: Wallingford, PA
Ages: Kindergarten–6th Grade
The Wallingford Center for the Arts provides an immersive visual arts experience with weekly themes in painting, drawing, and sculpture. Kids are grouped by grade level for age-appropriate instruction, and each week concludes with a showcase of their creations.
Registration Opens: February 1, 2025.
15. Marple Sports Arena Summer Camp
Location: Broomall, PA
Ages: 6–14
This action-packed camp features roller skating, laser tag, dodgeball, and team sports. Marple Sports Arena’s camp keeps kids active and engaged, with special events like theme days and competitions adding to the fun.
Registration Opens: January 15, 2025.
16. Rock Camp at Rockdale Music
Location: Aston, PA
Ages: 10-15 (Experience Required)
For aspiring musicians, Rock Camp offers hands-on experiences in instrument playing, songwriting, and performing. Guided by professional musicians, campers form bands and rehearse for a live concert at the end of the session. Multiple weeks are available throughout the summer, each culminating in an unforgettable performance.
Registration: Open Now.
17. Homesewn
Location: Media, PA
Ages: 8+
For kids who are wanting to learn more about sewing. Most classes require prior sewing machine experience. Choose between camps such as Swifties Stitch Camp, School Bag Stitch or Stuffies Stitch Camp plus more.
Registration: Open Now.
18. Benchmark School Camp
Location: Media, PA
Ages: Grades 1-6
"Benchmark Camp is a transformative experience that provides an academic boost as well as a summer of fun for children in rising grades 1-6. Benchmark Camp builds executive function skills, self-esteem, and confidence and is especially beneficial for bright children with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, or other learning differences."
Registration: Open Now.
19. The School in Rose Valley
Location: Rose Valley, PA
Ages: 3-15
The School in Rose Valley offers a summer camp that combines fun, education, and outdoor activities. The camp features a variety of programs, including options for younger children and more advanced programs for older kids, such as woodworking, archery, and drama. With a focus on hands-on learning, campers enjoy activities like hiking, cooking, and swimming in two saltwater pools. The camp operates on a beautiful 9.5-acre wooded campus, providing a nurturing environment for personal growth and community building.
Registration: January 24th at 7am.
Plan Ahead and Register Early!