Academy of Christian Education
It’s all about STEAM and space this year, helping campers dig into the solar system with activities like saving Earth from asteroids and designing a rover.
Ages: Pre-K-6th grade
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 2
Fees: $375
Location: Reston
Animated Child Camps
This STEAM-based camp balances indoor screen time with daily outdoor activities and weekly “nature smarts” excursions, while also learning collaborative problem-solving, programming and character motion.
Ages: 5-12 years old
Session dates: June 10-Aug. 26
Fees: $45+
Location: Montclair
BASIS Independent Summer Camps
This school blends summer fun with learning on its campus, with the academic and recreational programs taught by BASIS Independent McLean teachers.
Ages: 3-18 years old
Session dates: June 24-Aug. 16
Fees: $250+
Location: BASIS Independent McLean
Boolean Girls STEM Camps
Young girls with an interest in computers can learn everything from the basics of coding to programming in Scratch to Minecraft programming using Python.
Ages: 3rd-8th grade
Session dates: June 24-Aug. 23
Fees: $195+
Location: Multiple locations
Camp HERricane Arlington
Teen girls leaning toward a career in emergency management can experience hands-on training and professional development including CPR certification, emergency preparedness and public speaking.
Ages: 13-17 years old
Session dates: June 24-28
Fees: $225 (scholarships offered)
Location: Arlington
Episcopal Summer Institute
This prestigious boarding school partners with Headfirst to offer overnight camps that delve into creative arts, STEM or leadership, with the option to add a DC Discovery weekend.
Ages: Rising 7th-rising 9th grade
Session dates: July 14-26
Fees: $1,295
Location: Alexandria
Fun Bot Lab Robotics and Media Camp
Campers use LEGOs to explore robotics, engineering and storytelling in a creative, fun environment. Plus, this summer an add-on tennis program is being introduced.
Ages: Rising K-8th grade
Session dates: June 24-Aug. 9
Fees: $475+
Location: Arlington
Randolph-Macon Academy
This overnight camp focuses on academics during the week and fun activities like bowling and amusement parks on nights and weekends. There’s also a flight camp for high schoolers.
Ages: 10-18 years old
Session dates: June 30-July 26
Fees: $400+
Location: Front Royal
Stemtree Summer Camps
Science, engineering and computer programming fans should sign up for this summer camp that offers one-on-one instruction, science workouts and experiments to keep the mind sharp.
Ages: K-12th grade
Session dates: June 17-Aug. 23
Fees: $489
Location: Vienna
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