Summer Camp 2021 REGistration IS OPEN!

YES WE ARE BACK! Following the success of our abbreviated 2020 season we are excited to offer a full season of summer camp on Governors Island. We will be following our 2020 protocols (small groups with 15 kids max per group, 2 groups of campers per week, 25 kids total) and will strictly adhere to our safety plan.

Please note: if anything changes beyond our control (for example a citywide lockdown, the temporary closure of Governors Island or a rise in infection rates) that makes it impossible for us to open camp in June, we will be offering families refunds based on our cancellation policy below.

CAMP SESSION INFORMATION

This year we plan to offer 11 weeks of summer camp beginning June 21 through September 3. Camp sessions are Monday through Friday from 8:30 - 3:00 pm with drop off and pick up at the Battery Maritime Building.We will not be able to offer after care this summer.

Weekly sessions are $625 and we also offer scholarships.

10% early bird discount from January 6 through February 3. 10% discount for siblings. 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CAMPERs

-they have the chance to work with tools and building materials 

-they experience opportunities to work with fine art and handcrafting materials

-they discover options for daily field trips to other areas and projects on Governors Island

-they practice creative collaboration and group problem solving

Girls Week JULY 19

Girls Week is back! Girls Week provides space for campers who self-identify as female, trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming to create, explore and play. play:groundNYC values diversity, inclusion, and sensitivity towards all individuals, regardless of gender identity or expression, so reach out to us directly if you have any questions or concerns.

Age Mixing Policy

play:groundNYC's Summer Camp advocates for, and practices, age-mixing at our camp, where children of various ages have the opportunity to play together. We recommend camp for children ages 6-12. Email us if you have questions about the suitability of our camp for your child. You can learn more on age mixed play here.

Scholarships

A large component of our mission to provide play for all are summer camp scholarships. Please read our Scholarship Information sheet for more information on how to qualify and apply. You may also donate here if you would like to help us support more scholarships.

SUMMER CAMP FAQ’s

See our Summer Camp FAQ or if you have questions, feel free to email us.