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Summer Camp 2024 will be on our beautiful Our PlayHouse Preschool campus. 

Our PlayHouse is centrally located in Durham at 2400 University Drive Durham, NC 27707.  

Summer Camp gives your child the opportunity to discover, explore, and engage in hands-on learning all summer long. We offer a variety of themes for children in ages 6-10 that are guaranteed to spark their creativity in a safe and naturally inspiring environment.

  • Dragon

    Mythical Creatures

    Week 1: June 17-21

    Embark on a fantastical journey at Mythical Creatures Camp, where the extraordinary comes to life! Campers will delve into the realms of mythology, bringing to existence majestic dragons, mischievous unicorns, and other fantastical beings through art, storytelling, and immersive activities. Join us for a week of enchantment, where imagination knows no bounds, and the magic of mythical creatures becomes a reality!

  • Stuffed teddy bear reading a book

    Storytellers

    Week 2: June 24-28

    Jump into a story with us as we find different ways to explore and foster our storytelling creativity.Campers become the architects of their own narratives! Immerse yourself in a week-long adventure of creativity, as campers explore the art of storytelling through bookmaking, collaborative tales, and the magic of shared imagination. Comic books, book making, reimagining classic stories and more

  • Jewelry Making

    Week 3: July 1-3

    This week we will create beautiful pieces of jewelry using various methods and materials including metal, wire, paper, clay, beads, recycled objects and much more. Campers will learn jewelry making techniques from around the world and will use their imagination and creativity to make unique pieces for themselves and others.

  • Little girl dressed up as a super hero

    Superhero Training Academy

    Week 4: July 8-12

    Welcome to the Superhero Training Academy Camp, where extraordinary kids unleash their inner powers! Embark on a week-long journey of heroics, as campers develop superhuman strength, hone their special abilities, and collaborate on missions to save the day. With thrilling challenges, costume crafting, and epic team-building exercises, this camp transforms ordinary summers into extraordinary adventures, shaping a league of young heroes ready to conquer any challenge that comes their way!

  • Art-tastic Adventure

    Week 5: July 15 - 19

    Calling all painters! Grab your smocks and palettes as we look at some of the world’s most famous masterpieces and their creators. From Monet to Picasso and Frida Kahlo to Jackson Pollock, campers will learn about inspirational artists and their stylistic approaches before trying their hand at a new work of art. Make room on your walls (or refrigerator) for your personal gallery!

  • Little boy spy

    Spy Kids

    Week 6: July 22-26

    Gear up for an action-packed adventure where our young recruits will undergo top-secret training, mastering the art of espionage through thrilling missions, code-breaking challenges, and hand crafted gadgetry. From stealthy maneuvers to decoding mysteries, our camp is the ultimate destination for aspiring secret agents to uncover their spy skills and forge lifelong friendships in the world of covert operations.

  • Little boy playing with clay

    Clay Creations

    Week 7: July 29-August 2

    Dive into the magical world of Clay Creations Camp, where young artists mold their imaginations into tangible masterpieces! From playful animals to fantastical landscapes, campers will explore the endless possibilities of clay sculpting, learning techniques that transform shapeless clay into vibrant, three-dimensional works of art. Join us for a week of creativity, messy fun, and the joy of turning simple clay into a gallery of unique and whimsical creations!

  • Olympic logo

    Olympics

    Week 8: August 5-9

    It is time to go for the gold! Campers will participate in many athletic events, create their own olympic rings, and discuss the magical hosting city of Paris. We will “compete” in friendly matches but of course it doesn’t really matter who wins, it’s all about how we play the game!

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  • Our daughter has attended almost every camp at SSD for the last two years. She's had a great time meeting new friends and learning new skills. SSD offers a variety of themes each summer and the open, beautiful space of the studios are perfect for exploration and learning. We'll be back next year!

    Liz W.

  • Our children have attended summer camps at SSD for the past two years and have thoroughly enjoyed them. With a wide range of themes- from sewing, art, cooking and more there is something for every child to love. There is a true sense of fun and creativity with each day and our children can't wait to explore again this summer.

    Catherine C.

  • Last summer was the first summer that we tried the summer camp at The Studio School of Durham. It was a perfect fit for both of my girls, especially since my daughter was a pre-kindergartner. With the building less intimidating, the class size smaller and the staff so amazing it was a perfect fit. The girls can’t wait to go back this summer!

    Jason F.

Camp Policies

All camps are Monday - Friday, full day 8:30 to 3:00pm 

  • $375 per week of camp

  • Payment: Payment in full is due at time of invoice. Your child is not considered fully registered until full payment is received.

  • Summer Camp Handbooks will be emailed prior to the start of camp.

  • Refunds and cancellations:

  • Withdrawals requested 30+ days prior to the first day of the camp will be granted with a written request. A $25 administrative fee, per child, per camp will be deducted from the refund.

  • Less than 30 days prior to the first day of camp: No refunds will be granted.  You may request a change to a different week of camp, and if it is available your registration will be transferred.   

  • Contact Emily Bell at emilybell@ourplayhousepreschool.com with questions.