Brandywine Valley Summer Camps 2026
Our guide to help you keep your kids energized, engaged and happy all summer long
Brandywine School of Wizardry (BSW)
Various Locations in Chester, Montgomery, Delaware & Philadelphia Counties
610-827-5678; BrandywineSchoolOfWizardry.com
Weekly Monday–Friday, June 15–August 14
Welcome to BSW! They offer unique, exciting summer camps for 6–15-year-old wizard fans. Camp is indoor and outdoor at multiple locations, with full- and half-day options. Professional and trained professors immerse your child in a magical world with wizardry classes and activities including potions, wands, spells, magical animals, quadball, games, shopping at their Sweets & Zippies shop and more.
Delaware Museum of Nature & Science Camps
4840 Kennett Pk., Wilmington
302-658-9111; DelMNS.org
Ages 6 months to 4 years: Summer Camp for Tiny Explorers (with caregiver) Wednesdays, June 10–August 19 or Thursdays, June 11–August 20 (9–10 a.m.)
4–6 years: June 8–12, July 6–10, Aug. 3–7 (half day a.m.)
5–6 years: June 15–19, June 22–26, July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24, July 27–31, Aug. 10–14, Aug. 17–21 (full day)
5–11 years: June 29–July 3 (full day)
7–8 years: June 15–19, June 22–26, July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24, July 27–31, Aug. 3–7, Aug. 10–14, Aug. 17–21 (full day)
9–14 years: STEAM Workshops, June 22–26, July 13–17, July 27–31, Aug. 17–21 (full day)
Campers will have an incredible summer getting their bodies and brains moving. Each day they’ll play and learn as counselors ask questions, explore answers, create, experiment, build and expand their knowledge and enthusiasm for science. The nature and science camp offers several themes for different age levels and developmental stages.
Chesterbrook Academy
1190 McDermott Dr., West Chester
610-719-0240; ChesterbrookAcademy.com
June 15–August 21
This year, Be Bold, Be You at Chesterbrook Academy’s summer camp. Every week, campers immerse themselves in hands-on activities from science and nature exploration to creative and performing arts, sports and games. The camp offers a perfect blend of indoor and outdoor adventures, all packed with excitement. Registration is open — save your spot today.
Centreville Layton School
6201 Kennett Pk., Centreville
302-571-0230; CentrevilleLayton.org/S
June 22–July 24
This Early K–8th grade program is designed to reinforce academics, with an optional afternoon program focused on recreational activities and nature exploration. The program offers students instruction and academic support for reading, written language and mathematics to prepare students for the upcoming school year.
American Helicopter Museum
1220 American Blvd.,West Chester
610-436-9600; HelicopterMuseum.org
July 6–10: The Science of Flight, 10–3 (includes a helicopter ride)
July 13–17: Spy Science Week, 10–3
July 20–24: Engineering Week, 10–3
July 27–31: Drone Week, 10–3 (includes a drone)
These interactive programs are filled with science shows, hands-on activities, presentations by experts and science projects. Aftercare is available. All programs are for ages 6–12.