Our engaging summer program—for the mind, body, and spirit of children age three through rising fifth grade—is open to all families, both within and beyond the WSL community.

Consistent with the mission of WSL, the program aims to cultivate in each child a sense of wonder and curiosity for the natural world, creativity, collaboration with others, and confidence to engage in new experiences. Children enjoy outdoor crafts, singing, dramatic arts, group games, water and nature-based play on our campus and in the nearby meadows and forest. Mixed age groups provide a welcome chance for new and lasting friendships across the grades. And true to the Waldorf ethos, we'll have fun rain or shine, so keep those rain boots handy!

2024 Summer Program

Monday, June 24 through Friday, August 2

Program Hours
Early Drop-Off: 8:00-8:30 p.m.
Half Day: 8:30-12:30
Full day: 8:30-3:30

Program Rates
Full Day: $600 | Half Day: $400 | Early Drop-Off: $85
*Week of July 4 Rates—Full Day: $490, Half Day: $320, Early Drop-Off: $70

  • Week 1 (June 24 - June 28): Nature Quest—what are the stone walls out in the forest? Where do the swans lay their eggs? How many different types of flowers do we have in Massachusetts? Children are natural detectives and will put their skills to good use finding hidden treasures out in Gnome Valley and the Great Meadow.

  • Week 2 (July 1- July 5; no program on July 4): Inventor’s Workshop—during this week our children will experiment with everyday materials, turning them into engineering marvels as they learn about how important it is to reduce, reuse, and recycle. 

  • Week 3 (July 8 - July 12): Magic in the Meadow—this week focuses on the magic happening every day in the natural world. Children will go on scavenger hunts, uncover fairy houses, and tramp across troll bridges all while learning about the wonders of the forest.

  • Week 4 (July 15 - July 19): Symphony of the Senses—the world is full of wonderful things to see, hear, touch, smell and taste. This week the children will use all five of their senses while exploring the nature surrounding them.

  • Week 5 (July 22 - July 26): Animal Adventures—during this week, the children will discover hidden animal tracks, build bird feeders, and learn about our local wildlife through stories, songs, art, and more.

  • Week 6 (July 29 - August 2): Artful Antics—this week will encourage children to explore their creative side through painting, collage, knitting, and sewing. 

 

Interested in working as a Summer Program Counselor?

 

Kendall Helbock
Summer Program Manager
Kendall Helbock has worked over the past 20 years in various capacities with children of all ages. She spent 13 years with the Philipstown Recreation Department as a teacher with the Learning Center Preschool, Director of the Preschool Summer Fun Program and as an instructor with the aftercare program. After moving from New York to Massachusetts she has been a Lead Mentor Teacher at Meeting House Childcare in Newton. She has a B.A. in history from Manhattanville College. Kendall loves gardening, reading and taking care of her dog, Herman.

Questions about our program? Contact Kendall Helbock, Summer Program Manager.
k.helbock@thewaldorfschool.org