Day Programs

Specialty Camps (Grades 2-6)


 

FaySummer Specialty Camps

Campers entering grades 2-6 who wish to pursue an interest in more depth may sign up for a FaySummer Specialty Camp. FaySummer offers several two-week Specialty Camp programs for campers interested in expanding their Day Camp experience. Designed to be exciting, educational, and fun, all FaySummer Specialty Camps are led by experienced, adult staff with demonstrated expertise in their program area.

FaySummer Specialty Camps offer a half-day focused program coupled with a half-day of FaySummer Day Camp programming, which includes time in the pool, ropes course activities, arts and crafts, archery, and sports and games. Each camp day runs from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If needed, Extended Care is available starting at 7:30 AM and as late as 6:00 PM for an additional fee.
 
All FaySummer Specialty Camps must have a minimum enrollment to run. If a program has low enrollment, campers will be able to transfer to another Specialty Camp or another FaySummer program.

 

2026 Specialty Camp Options

Launch Week (June 22 - 26)

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  • Flag Football (Grades 2-3)

    Get ready for five action-packed mornings of flag football, where players will build skills, boost confidence, and have a blast learning the game through high-energy drills, creative challenges, and exciting scrimmages—all in a fun, inclusive environment that keeps every athlete moving, smiling, and loving the game. Come join our team of coaches for an unforgettable week of camp!

    Instructor: F.A.S.T. Athletics
    Cost: $660

  • Chess Champions (Grades 2-5)

    Join instructors from Chess Wizards this summer for an engaging camp experience filled with challenging lessons, exciting games, and fabulous prizes!

    Campers will improve their chess skills, meet new friends, and work out their most powerful muscle—their brains! The week will feature action-packed days that are built around the game of chess, including fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), exciting tournaments, and mind-bending puzzles. Of course, we also include time for breaks and snacks to keep the energy up!

    Every camper receives a t-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder, and FaySummer provides all necessary materials for participation.
     
    Instructor: Chess Wizards
    Cost: $660

  • FaySummer Ninjas (Grades 2-5)

    Stay tuned for more details!

    Cost: $660

Session 1 (June 29 - July 10)

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  • Art Explorers (Grades 2-3)

    Unleash your child’s creativity this summer! This hands-on Specialty Camp is designed for budding artists and invites campers to dive into a world of colors, textures, and imagination. Each day, young creators will explore different art techniques—painting, sculpture, collage, and mixed media—while discovering the stories behind famous artworks and cultures from around the world.

    Campers will experiment, problem-solve, and bring their own ideas to life in a supportive, fun, and inspiring environment. By the end of the session, they’ll have a collection of unique art projects to take home and share with family and friends. This camp is perfect for curious minds ready to explore, create, and express themselves through art!

    What to Expect
    • Diverse Art Projects
    • Themed Explorations
    • Skill Development
    • Collaborative Activities
    • Gallery Moments
    Instructor: Creativities Studio
    Cost: $1188

    There is no camp on Friday, July 3, because of the July Fourth holiday. The cost for camp is prorated to reflect this.

  • Dance Camp - Move, Groove, And Improve (Grades 2-3)

    Join us for an exciting and dynamic dance camp with Creativities Studio this summer! Whether your child is a beginner, or is enrolled in weekly classes, they will be sure to have a blast. Our expert instructors will guide dancers through a variety of dance styles—such as hip hop, jazz, contemporary, ballet, musical theatre, and more—while helping them grow in a supportive and fun environment. We will meet each child at their current skill level and ensure a positive experience for all of our dancers! 

    What to Expect
    • Technique Classes: Focus on learning foundational skills, and understanding how flexibility, strength, and coordination play important roles.
    • Choreography Sessions: Learn exciting routines in different styles, culminating in a final performance for friends and family.
    • Daily Warm-ups & Cool-downs: Proper warm-up and injury prevention techniques will be incorporated into each day.
    • Creative Expression: Dancers will participate in freestyle dance games to express themselves & develop confidence in their dance abilities.
    • Final Showcase: Dancers will show off what they've learned in a high-energy, celebratory final performance!
    Instructor: Creativities Studio
    Cost: $1188

    There is no camp on Friday, July 3, because of the July Fourth holiday. The cost for camp is prorated to reflect this.

  • Make it Move! Robotics & Animation Movie Makers (Grades 4-5)

    During the first week of this program, campers will use LEGO® Spike Prime® technology to explore the basics of robotics while building spectacular vehicles and machines! While working in small groups, campers will be shown how to effectively utilize motion, pressure, and color sensors and how different mechanical components work to create robotic movements. Campers will also be taught how to use word-block coding to program and control their creations via Bluetooth.

    During the second week, campers will do more than just enjoy the magic of movies, they will get to create their own animated film using LEGO® mini-figures! Campers will work in teams to learn the fundamentals of stop motion animation, and they will go through the entire movie making process - from plot development, set design, and visual and audio editing. The best part, their movie will be saved and made available so they can share their film with friends and family for years to come.

    All robotics builds will differ from those during other weeks of FaySummer to ensure new learning, ideas, and more fun!

    Instructor: Snapology
    Cost: $1188

    There is no camp on Friday, July 3, because of the July Fourth holiday. The cost for camp is prorated to reflect this.

  • Creators Camp (Grades 4-6)

    Stay tuned for more details!

    Cost: $1188

    There is no camp on Friday, July 3, because of the July Fourth holiday. The cost for camp is prorated to reflect this.

  • Sewing Camp (Grades 4-6)

    Sew Studio in Southborough is bringing their popular sewing classes right to FaySummer! Join us to learn the basics of the sewing machine (including safety!) as well as some different hand stitches as you create summer-themed stuffed animals, bags, accessories, and more. Campers will sew multiple items over the course of the session and will take their creations home. No experience is required to join this camp, and all materials are provided.

    Instructor: Sew Studio Southborough
    Cost: $1188

    There is no camp on Friday, July 3, because of the July Fourth holiday. The cost for camp is prorated to reflect this.

Session 2 (July 13 - 24)

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  • Kids Kitchen (Grades 2-3)

    Get ready to roll up your sleeves, get creative, and learn life-long culinary skills to amaze your family and friends! Campers will cook, bake, and decorate a wide variety of sweet and savory foods: they’ll work with breads, doughs, cakes, pastry decorations and fillings, candy, pastas, sushi, and more! Campers will participate in a themed cake decorating contest and will also have time to focus on creative projects like 3D drawing, slime making, and mixed-media DIY projects.

    All ingredients used during the session will be nut-free, and allergies and food restrictions may be accommodated with substitutions if known in advance.

    Instructor: Paradise Island Kids
    Cost: $1320

  • Summer Scientists (Grades 2-3)

    Get ready to experiment, have fun, and fuel your curiosity! During this camp, Ms. Gustavson will lead camper-approved experiments with equal amounts of enrichment, excitement, and enjoyment. They will witness spectacular demonstrations and will be able to take many projects home to share with their family and friends. Each lesson will focus on a scientific experiment and the science behind the experiment. Grow your science knowledge and have a few “eureka” moments along the way.

    Based in the Fay School science labs, this program will be an explosion of fun!

    Instructor: Ms. Gustavson, Fay School Second Grade Teacher
    Cost: $1320

  • Around the World Robotics & LEGO® Builds (Grades 4-6)

    During the first week of this program, campers will take a trip around the world (Amazing Race style!) to discover unique aspects of different cultures. Campers will learn about national flags, traditional cuisines, influential artists, and notable historical landmarks, while they work with a partner to complete fun LEGO® brick challenges that test their building and problem-solving skills.

    During the second week, campers will work with Spike Prime Robotics to learn how to effectively utilize motion, pressure, and color sensors. They also will learn how different mechanical components work to create movement in robots and how to use word-block coding to program and control their creations via Bluetooth. 

    All robotics builds will differ from those during other weeks of FaySummer to ensure new learning, ideas, and more fun!

    Instructor: Snapology
    Cost: $1320

  • Broadway Bootcamp (Grades 4-6)

    Now’s your chance to learn the ins and outs of musical theater performance! Campers will sing, act, and dance their way through classical and contemporary musical theater scenes and songs. Campers will not only work on performing musical theater pieces but will also create a set, costumes, and props for a final showcase for families to enjoy.

    This two-week session is designed for both new and seasoned musical theater enthusiasts. All are welcome to join, and no prior experience is required.

    Instructor: Sirkka Natti
    Cost: $1320

Session 3 (July 27 - August 7)

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  • STEAM CAMP (Grades 2-3)

    During the first week of this program, campers will develop their design, building, and critical thinking skills. They will take part in daily challenges for which they must design functional solutions with their teammate out of LEGO® bricks and other materials. They will earn team points when they perform well and will be able to use these points to "purchase" prizes at the end of the session. The goal of this program is to encourage our campers to carefully work through the engineering design process to see how often they can design with a purpose.

    During the second week, campers will explore their curiosity and cultivate a love for science by experiencing the different domains of scientific study. Campers will engage with concepts from the fields of astronomy, earth science, biology, chemistry, and physics using LEGO® bricks and other interactive learning tools.

    Instructor:     Snapology
    Cost: $1320

  • Tennis Camp (Grades 2-6)

    After years of great camps, FaySummer once again partners with the Waterfall Tennis Academy, directed by Coach Waterfall, for our summer tennis program. Each daily three-hour session will focus on stroke fundamentals, match play, fast-paced drills, and exciting games. Benefit from great coaching, fun games, and a safe environment, all on Fay’s campus. Tennis players will be split into age and skill-specific groups where they are sure to thrive!

    Instructor: Waterfall Tennis Academy
    Cost: $1320

  • Art Adventures (Grades 4-5)

    Stay tuned for more details!

    Instructor: Ms. Gustavson, Fay School Second Grade Teacher
    Cost: $1320

  • Kids Kitchen (Grades 4-5)

    Get ready to roll up your sleeves, get creative, and learn life-long culinary skills to amaze your family and friends! Campers will cook, bake, and decorate a wide variety of sweet and savory foods: they’ll work with breads, doughs, cakes, pastry decorations and fillings, candy, pastas, sushi, and more! Campers will participate in a themed cake decorating contest and will also have time to focus on creative projects like 3D drawing, slime making, and mixed-media DIY projects.

    All ingredients used during the session will be nut-free, and allergies and food restrictions may be accommodated with substitutions if known in advance.

    Instructor: Paradise Island Kids
    Cost: $1320

Session 4 (August 10 - 21)

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  • Intro to Robotics & LEGO® Engineering (Grades 2-3)

    During the first week of this program, campers will begin to explore the world of robotics as they follow instructions to build various models with LEGO® WeDo 2.0 kits. With a partner, they will use motion and tilt sensors, build and utilize simple machines, explore the utility of gears and axles, and use picture-block coding on a tablet connected by Bluetooth to their robot. Campers will be challenged in fun ways that will captivate their interest and grow their knowledge of the fundamentals of robotic design.

    During the second week, campers will focus on the design and build process as they learn about the science behind their favorite amusement park rides. Using LEGO® bricks, campers will become engineers of their own theme park, learning the core physics and engineering concepts used to make a ride thrilling. By the end of the week, campers will combine all their rides to create a classroom-sized LEGO® amusement park.

    Instructor: Snapology
    Cost: $1320

  • Sports Camp (Grades 2-6)

    Get ready to be active, have fun, and take part in all your favorite sports and games! During this program, campers will play a variety of sports and games (including soccer, basketball, flag football, dodgeball, and kickball) as they learn and practice rules, skills, and drills, with plenty of practice and playing time. Each day, campers will also learn proper stretching techniques and will participate in warm-up games and exercises. Take advantage of Fay School’s indoor and outdoor athletics facilities across this two-week camp!

    Campers will be split into groups by age and ability. 

    Instructor: F.A.S.T. Athletics
    Cost: $1320

  • Crafty Scientists (Grades 4-5)

    In this hands-on, creativity-packed science program, campers will transform everyday recycled materials into amazing scientific creations, becoming inventors, engineers, and curious explorers. Using cardboard tubes, bottle caps, scrap paper, string, boxes, and other upcycled treasures, campers will dive into the forces and energy that make our world move.

    Young scientists will design and build their own roller coasters, experimenting with slopes, curves, and loops to understand kinetic and potential energy. Through trial, error, and teamwork, they will discover how height, friction, and speed work together to send marbles racing along their handcrafted tracks. Campers will also participate in paper challenges, where they will fold, twist, roll, and shape sheets of paper into bridges, ramps, tunnels, and moving mechanisms. From building the tallest standing paper tower to crafting paper pathways that guide objects through obstacle courses, campers will put problem-solving and design to the test.

    Instructor: Vineyard App Camp
    Cost: $1320

  • Horseback Riding (Grades 4-6)

    FaySummer Horseback Riding Camp at Century Mill Stables is a fun and interactive way to learn the basics of horsemanship and riding or to continue to develop a rider’s skills. Each day campers learn the basics of good horse care through grooming, general knowledge of equipment, parts of the horse, and colors and breeds. The riding portion of the lesson includes steering and control while riding at the walk and trot, correct rider body position, and some horseback games.

    Century Mill’s program is fully licensed with experienced instructors; the stable has an indoor ring and heated/air conditioned lounge area, so classes run in all weather. Their barn follows the best practices of the industry for safety and horse care and has an excellent safety record, with healthy, well-rested, happy horses and ponies for the campers to enjoy.

    Pickup and drop-off is on the Fay campus and campers will be transported to Century Mill Stables by a FaySummer staff member.

    Instructor: Century Mill Stables
    Cost: $1400

2026 Rates & Registration

$660 - Launch Week
$1320 - Two-Week Sessions
$1400 - Horseback Riding Camp
 
Extended Care
Mornings - $95/Launch Week 
Afternoons - $110/Launch Week
Mornings - $190/Two-Week Session 
Afternoons -  $220/Two-Week Session
 

 

Online registration is required for all FaySummer day programs. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and must include all required forms and appropriate deposit(s) to be considered complete. Click the button below to learn more and to access our Registration Portal.

 

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