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Program Overview

Everyday is an Adventure.

George School Day Camp (GSDC) provides a safe and nurturing environment for all campers. Like George School, we emphasize the Quaker philosophies of respect for the individual and each person’s responsibility to the group.

We are a very active camp, and campers participate in a variety of traditional team sports with an emphasis on the progression of skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun. Our activity leaders are dedicated individuals who enjoy teaching children. We have many certified teachers who share their love for teaching and expertise with our campers. Daily activities vary, but every camper will participate in swimming, art, drama, dance, and a multitude of activities and games including Gaga, Scooter Soccer, Capture the Flag, Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Foosball, Chess and many more!

Each child who attends GSDC is placed in an all gender group based on school grade. This ensures that each child participates in age-appropriate activities with their peers.

Lower Camp

  • Ages 4–6
  • Ratio of counselors to campers is 1:5
  • Home base is Newtown Friends School
  • Emphasis on cooperative play activities
  • Individualized attention in small groups
  • Promotes camper’s growth socially, cognitively, and emotionally
  • Sample activities include:
    • Swim lessons
    • Stream Stomp
    • Parachute Games
    • Gaga
    • Art
    • Climbing Wall

Middle Camp

  • Ages 6-10
  • Ratio of counselors to campers is 1:6
  • Emphasis on developing more advanced skills in artistic and physical activities
  • Activities focus on teamwork, building confidence, and making friendships.
  • Sample activities include:
    • Swimming
    • Street Hockey
    • Game Room
    • Art
    • Gaga
    • Nature Activities
    • Zipline/Giant Swing (oldest group only)
    • Low Ropes Course
    • Climbing Wall

Upper Camp

  • Ages 10-14
  • Ratio of counselors to campers is 1:8
  • Emphasis on nurturing their interests and skills in the variety of activities that are a part of our camp life
  • Serve as leaders for the younger campers
  • Model the Quaker values of respect for the individual and each person’s responsibility for the group
  • Sample activities include:
    • Swimming
    • Street Hockey
    • Game Room
    • Art
    • Gaga
    • Nature Activities
    • Zipline/Giant Swing
    • Low Ropes Course
    • Climbing Wall

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program

  • Ages 14-15 (CITs must be at least 14 years old by June 30, 2024)
  • Provides the tools to become successful leaders, role models, and future George School Day Camp staff members.
  • Provides hands-on experiences, training sessions, skill-building exercises, and mentorship
  • Develops responsible young leaders who can contribute positively to GSDC and their community.
  • Engages participants in daily camp operations, teaches them about various staff roles, and provides the opportunity to explore their strengths while creating a fun, memorable and educational summer.
  • Participate in regular camp activities each day. This structure helps ease the transition from camper to future staff member.

Enrollment in the program is limited. Interested applicants will need to complete an application and attend an interview. The first step is to have a parent/guardian complete the online CIT application.

For current program tuition, please see Dates & Rates.

*CITs must be at least 14 years old by June 30, 2024.

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