Sponsored by participating camps

Academics

bay area

Camp Integem
Kids and teens (ages 5–18) will explore AI, robotics, drones, coding, animation, holographic AR, 3D design, and more in a fun, hands-on journey of creativity. They will have a blast building smart robots, designing and flying space drones, and even launching their creations into near space—up to 100,000 feet! Create magical game worlds, design interactive 2D/3D animations, and bring your art to life. Earn NVIDIA AI certificates. No experience needed—beginner to advanced levels. ACS WASC–accredited and NVIDIA AI-partnered. Join thousands of students at Camp Integem this summer at 15+ locations across California. Register now with code PAW26 to save. (408) 459-0657

bay area

Code for Fun
Spark creativity this summer! Code For Fun offers computer science and robotics camps for ages 5-15 in Palo Alto, 35+ Bay Area locations and online. From coding robots to designing games, creating websites to digital art, kids explore, create, and learn through hands-on activities balanced with collaborative projects. Experienced staff ensure every camper at all levels has an unforgettable summer. Half day and full day options available weekly, June through August. Enroll now, space limited. (510) 578-8920

bay area

Destination Science
The fun science day camp for curious kids 5 to 11! Encourage the love of science, spark creativity, year-round hands-on learning with Destination Science camp. 2026 new camp themes: Robot Olympic Challenge, Movie Maker STEM Lab and Jedi Engineering Science Camp. 15 STEM activities each week including make and take projects. That is three exciting science stations per day, plus games, creative challenges, silly songs and all the friendship and fun of camp. Destination Science’s energetic, professional educators make learning fun. (888) 909-2822

Palo Alto

Emerson Montessori School
AN AMAZING SUMMER WRITING PROGRAM.  Every year, Emerson Montessori School offers its three Write Now!® courses — camp-like sessions designed to improve students’ writing and public presentation skills. Each one-week course features a different focus: Expository Writing (prose forms used in school assignments), Creative Writing (stories, plays, poems), and Presentation Skills (“Posters & PowerPoints” this year). Parents are welcome at the afternoon “Authors’ Workshops” and “Speakers’ Forums.” (650) 424-1267

San Jose

Harker Summer Programs
Harker summer programs for preschool – grade 12 children include opportunities for academics, arts, athletics and activities. Taught by exceptional, experienced faculty and staff, our programs offer something for everyone in a safe and supportive environment. Register as soon as possible. (408) 553-5737

Palo Alto

Lydian Academy
Complete UC-approved college-prep, Honors, or AP course in as few as 3 weeks in a 1:1 or small group setting. Popular non-credit Academic Enrichment Programs include our Project-based STEM Skills Workshop in our Innovation Studio, Executive Functioning, Writing Workshops, Public Speaking, Life Skills, Personal Finance, and more. Lydian offers a welcoming and supportive environment for Neurodiverse and 2e learners. (650) 321-0550

Los Altos

Pinewood School Summer Festival of Learning
Pinewood’s two- or four-week summer program provides a unique blend of academic and enrichment classes designed to sharpen academic skills and deepen a love of learning in an uplifting environment. Specialized teachers and small classes maximize the summer school experience. Our curriculum emphasizes academic growth as well as joyful participation in the arts, technology, and athletics. This balance has been unique to Pinewood from its founding and remains central to the Pinewood experience.

Stanford

STANFORD EXPLORE: A Lecture Series on Biomedical Research
Stanford Explore is a lecture series in biomedical research that offers high school students the unique opportunity to learn from Stanford professors and graduate students. Explore various topics in biomedical science, including bioengineering, neuroscience, cancer, and immunology.

Palo Alto/Bay Area

Summer@Stratford
A summer full of wonder, exploration, and discovery awaits! From thrilling adventures to hands-on fun, campers will learn new skills, make new friends, and create memories they’ll never forget. Day Camp, Academic, Specialty, and Sports Camp options keep campers engaged all summer long. Register today to reserve your spot! (650) 493-1151

Arts, Culture & Enrichment

Palo Alto

Castilleja Summer Camp for Girls
Casti Camp offers girls entering grades 2-6 a range of age-appropriate activities including art, music, drama, dance, crafts, games and more. Leadership program available for girls entering grades 7-9. (650) 470-7833

Sunnyvale

City of Sunnyvale
Offering 110+ camps for ages 2 to 17 featuring traditional, visual arts, performing arts, sports, aquatics, STEM and teen leadership camps. Full and half day options run June 8 through Aug. 14. Dive into swim lessons for all levels starting in June, or cool off with recreation swim at our aquatic facilities all summer long. (408) 730-7350

Mountain View

Community School of Music and Arts
CSMA summer and school-break camps let young artists explore, create, and share the joy of making art and meeting new friends! 60+ creative camps for ages 5-15! Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Fashion, Digital Art, Musical Theater, and more. One and two-week sessions are held at our beautiful MV arts campus. After-camp care is available, and all full-day camps include fun outdoor play breaks. (650) 917-6800 ext. 0

Palo Alto

J-Camp at the Oshman Family JCC
J-Camp is a day camp for incoming transitional kindergarten through 10th grade.  Our camp activities build confidence, stretch imaginations and teach new skills. Every session is a unique experience, full of fun and engaging programs. We are a welcoming and inclusive community where campers of all backgrounds and their families learn, play and connect. (650) 223-8622

Stanford

Stanford Jazz Workshop
Stanford Jazz Workshop week-long jazz immersion programs for young musicians in middle school (Giant Steps Day Camp, starts July 6), high school (Jazz Camp, starts July 12 and/or July 19, and advanced teens (Jazz Institute, July 26). All instruments and vocals. On the Stanford campus! (650) 736-0324

Athletics

Bay Area

Bald Eagle
The first camp ever approved by “The Positive Coaching Alliance” for message and “Development Zone” programming. We offer 4 camps: Non-Traditional MultiSports (TK-5th), Sports Leadership & Field Trips (6th-8th), Basketball Camp (3rd-8th) and Coach In Training (free, 9th-10th). Extended Care 7:30 am – 6 pm. (888) 505-BALD

Hayward

Maccabi Sports Camp
Maccabi Sports Camp is an overnight Jewish sports camp located on the beautiful CSU East Bay campus in Hayward. We welcome campers entering grades 3–11 with programs dedicated to building strong character and Jewish community through sports. We offer six core sports: soccer, baseball, basketball, racket sports, volleyball and multi-sport. (415) 997-8844

Mountain View

Spartans Sports Camp
Spartans Sports Camp, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and all proceeds benefit the Mountain View High School Athletic Department. Spartans Sports Camp has raised over $550,000 since 2012! Follow Spartans Sports Camp on Facebook and Twitter! (650) 479-5906

Stanford

Stanford Water Polo Camps
New to water polo or have experience, we have a camp for you! Half day or full day options for both boys and girls ages 7-14. Each session teaches fundamentals, shooting & scrimmaging. Session 1 June 8-11, 2026; Session 2 June 15-18, 2026. (650) 725-9016