In recent years, academic and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) camps have surged in popularity as parents seek summer programs that combine learning with fun. These camps are designed to equip children with future-ready skills like coding, robotics, and critical thinking, while also addressing concerns about learning gaps and keeping kids intellectually engaged during the summer. Unlike traditional classroom settings, STEAM camps use hands-on, project-based approaches to make complex concepts exciting and accessible, appealing to parents who want their children to grow academically without sacrificing the joy of summer.
Launch Math + Science Center Camps
Two UWS locations in Manhattan
212-600-1010
info@launchmath.com
launchmath.com
Launch Math + Science Centers offer one-week STEM summer camps that spark adventure and creativity for kids from rising kindergarten through 7th grade. With a tight-knit 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio, children dive into exciting specialties, from unraveling the science of detective work and mastering the intricacies of robotics to exploring the wonders of physics and the magic of animation and more! Launch camps offer recreational activities to ensure a well-rounded experience! Older campers enjoy half of the day in Central Park, blending interactive tech activities with classic camp games for the perfect mix of learning and play, while the younger STEM enthusiasts in kindergarten and first grade unwind, socialize, and build meaningful relationships with friends through indoor game play and active, collaborative projects. Launch Math + Science Centers camps ignite a passion for learning and a lifelong love for STEM!
Oasis Day Camp Central Park
795 Columbus Ave.
914-712-5054
centralpark@oasischildren.com
oasischildren.com/central-park/
Oasis STEM program offer an engaging, hands-on learning experience for children, designed to inspire curiosity and foster problem-solving skills. Participants are introduced to the exciting worlds of science, technology, engineering through interactive activities and experiments. The program encourages teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking, as campers explore various STEM topics such as robotics, coding and environmental science. Instructors guide the children through each session, ensuring that the learning process is both fun and educational. Oasis promotes teamwork and problem-solving while ensuring a playful, engaging environment. Campers get the chance to challenge themselves, experiment with new ideas, and develop critical thinking skills.
STEAM Camp at the Cathedral School
1047 Amsterdam Ave.
646-425-1648
steamcamp@cathedralnyc.org
cathedralnyc.org/steamcamp
STEAM Camp at The Cathedral School offers a summer of creativity, adventure, and hands-on learning. This day camp for rising kindergarteners through 5th graders encourages young minds to dream big, invent, and solve problems through engaging projects blending art, engineering, and technology. Campers explore cutting-edge tools like 3-D printers, a laser cutter, and robots in the Innovation Lab, preparing them to be future-ready makers. Beyond tech and making, classic summer fun awaits! Campers enjoy outdoor games on the school’s scenic 11-acre campus and cool off with water play at the AquaZone. With a perfect mix of exploration, innovation, and active play, STEAM Camp offers NYC kids an exciting and enriching way to make the most of summer.
STEM at Camp Kids Club
Locations in Dumbo, Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Park Slope
nykidsclub.com
Campers will delight in STEM through experiential and project-based learning sessions at Camp Kids Club. Through a holistic approach, focused on skill-building, they create a dynamic environment where children learn through inquiry, discovery, and reflection. Each STEM-related camp experience will be outcome-based, designed specifically to foster their curiosity, critical thinking, and sense of wonder needed in a child’s early years. Through nature–based play, they weave STEM into the beauty of their surroundingsExploration through thematic projects, working together to create a nature-themed art mural or simple pinhole cameras, are just a few examples of activities that will weave together science, math, and creative expression. STEM at Camp Kids Club ignites a spark in children that’ll burn a lifetime.
The Windward School Summer Camp
212 E. 93rd St.
212-222-8628
thewindwardschool.org/windward-summer-program
The Windward School’s Summer Program is designed for children who could benefit from building their academic skills. The month-long program helps support students with review, reinforcement, and repetition of skills in the areas of reading, writing, math, science, and study and organizational skills. Classes are held at Windward’s Westchester Middle School and Manhattan campuses. Both air-conditioned facilities are equipped with the latest in educational technology. Students can choose to spend either the morning or the full day at The Windward School. The morning session allows students the opportunity to attend two classes for academic support, while the program’s afternoon session allows students to participate in one afternoon activity from choices including sports, drama, art, and technology.
