Day Camp
(For children ages 4-10) includes a variety of land and water
activities in a group setting.
The Day Camp
Summer Adventure
Diverse Day Camp Programs
Summer adventures begin at an early age at the North Shore Country Day School. For 73 years, the Day Camp has provided enriching experiences.
The Day Camp’s diverse programs allow for all campers to try new activities in a setting where individual growth is fostered by a caring staff. The goal is to actively involve all campers while offering encouragement and support as they tackle new endeavors.
Dates & Times
June 19 thru August 4. 2-week sessions offered in 2023. You may choose the session(s) you wish to attend.
Day Camp Times (Monday through Friday):
All Day: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Rates and Dates
Help your child make lasting memories and skills at our Summer Day Camp program.
2023 Day Camp Fees
Register Now| Sessions | Session Times | Session Dates | 2023 Camp Fees | Optional Extended Care Morning Fee | Optional Extended Care Afternoon Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 — Full Day | 9am – 3:30pm | June 19 – 30 | $1,450 | $250 | $330 |
| Session 2 — Full Day* | 9am – 3:30pm | July 3 – 7 | $580 | $100 | $130 |
| Session 3 — Full Day | 9am – 3:30pm | July 10 – 21 | $1,450 | $250 | $330 |
| Session 4 — Full Day | 9am – 3:30pm | July 24 – Aug 4 | $1,450 | $250 | $330 |
DEPOSITS
$500 per camp session is required with registration. This includes a $200 non-refundable and nontransferable application fee. The remaining balance is refundable until February 28, 2023.
Extended Care morning sessions – 7:30 – 9am
Extended Care afternoon sessions – 3:30-5:30pm
Creative Play
This activity is geared for our campers ages 4 – 6 years. It is an exploration of singing, dancing, acting and role-playing. Campers participate as a group in a wide range of creative activities.
Outdoor Adventures
This program is for our campers ages 7 – 10 years and emphasizes an awareness of nature. As a group, campers learn skills that emphasize teamwork and trust. As a part of the program, campers are given instruction in rock climbing.
Tennis
This activity is for campers ages 7-10. Campers will learn rules of the game, strokes, and competition. Skill work emphasized. No equipment needed.
Swimming Lessons
Everyone swims at the Day Camp! Using the National Safety Council’s “Learn to Swim” program, every camper—non-swimmer to competitive swimmer—receives exactly the right level of instruction. As campers gain confidence and skills, opportunities to advance to the next level are offered. Lessons are taught by certified counselors and staff. All children are supervised by certified lifeguards trained by Ellis & Associates, a private lifeguard training company. Campers need to pack a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen daily.
Archery
The Day Camp’s archery program is taught under the auspices of the Camp Archery Association. This program is for our campers ages 7 – 10 years. An emphasis on safety is an integral part of this program.
Day Camp
Program Details
Campers Ages 4-10 Years
Campers 4 – 10 years participate in a five-day a week program.
Full Day Session
All Day Camp program operates from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Group Setting
Campers are placed in a group with up to sixteen other children the same age and gender. Campers are supervised by a junior and senior counselor team. Senior counselors must be at least 18 years of age and have previous camp leadership experience. They will be assisted by a junior counselor who is at least 16 years of age.
Length of Stay Flexibility
The camp season is seven weeks. Parents may sign up for one or multiple sessions.
Extended Care
Morning program: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Afternoon program: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Programs
Register NowLand Activities
We offer group instruction in archery, arts & crafts, creative play, dance, gymnastics, outdoor adventures (includes rock climbing) and tennis. Offerings depend on age of camper.
Water Activities
We offer daily swim lessons in our on campus outdoor pool.
Boating
Campers ages 8-10 will travel to Lloyd Beach in Winnetka twice a week for boating instruction. Campers will learn boating safety skills and how to canoe and sail. Our experienced lakefront boating staff have the latest safety and boating training.
Archery
The Day Camp’s archery program is taught under the auspices of the Camp Archery Association. This program is for our campers ages 7 – 10 years. An emphasis on safety is an integral part of this program.
Group Activities
Each group leadership team plans a full day of activities for their campers. These activities focus on games and activities that build friendships and learn new skills. Each day campers will enjoy activities that focus on active play, traditional camp games, and passive activities that include crafts and other creative activities.
Arts and Crafts
Everyone participates in arts & crafts. Age-appropriate projects keep the campers busy twice a week in this creative program.
Gymnastics
Our gymnastics program is led by a qualified gymnastic instructor. Instruction is geared for our campers ages 4 – 6 years and emphasizes stretching, tumbling and low beam exercise.
Outdoor Adventures
This program is for our campers ages 7 – 10 years and emphasizes an awareness of nature. As a group, campers learn skills that emphasize teamwork and trust. As a part of the program, campers are given instruction in rock climbing.
Swimming Lessons
Everyone swims at the Day Camp! Using the National Safety Council’s “Learn to Swim” program, every camper—non-swimmer to competitive swimmer—receives exactly the right level of instruction. As campers gain confidence and skills, opportunities to advance to the next level are offered. Lessons are taught by certified counselors and staff. All children are supervised by certified lifeguards trained by Ellis & Associates, a private lifeguard training company. Campers need to pack a swimsuit, towel and sunscreen daily.
Creative Play
This activity is geared for our campers ages 4 – 6 years. It is an exploration of singing, dancing, acting and role playing. Campers participate as a group in a wide range of creative activities.
Tennis
This activity is for campers ages 7-10. Campers will learn rules of the game, strokes and competition. Skill work emphasized. No equipment necessary.