Want to make learning fun this summer? This roundup of math summer camps and other cool educational summer camps is a sampling of the diverse academic camp offerings available in the East Bay from science and writing to math and languages. Learn more about these camps that specialize in making learning over the summer super cool along with other East Bay camps in our Summer Camp Guide.
Special thanks to our sponsors who make this guide to educational camps possible:
- Academic Talent Development Program: UC Berkeley's ATDP offers challenging courses for young scholars in grades K-11.
- iD Tech: Grades 2-12 learn to code, design video games, and work with AI at iD Tech at top universities.
- Sarah's Science: Ages 4 on up. Sarah's Science campers explore important science topics ranging from physics to chemistry and beyond.
- Urban Adventure Camps: Ages 8 to 15 can choose Physics & Technology to spend the week exploring science museums and technology concepts.
- SAT Crash Course: This is a 2-week, intense SAT crash course designed for students who have completed Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2.
- UC Berkeley Bay Area Writing Project: Young writers in grades 3 to 9 use this 3-week camp to explore many different paths in their writing.
More East Bay Educational Camps to consider
Sarah's Science Camp
Each day at Sarah's Science Camp, kids make and take home a fun science project while exploring important science topics ranging from physics to chemistry and beyond. Camp also includes swimming, hiking, music, art, and active games. For children 4 and up. CIT program begins at age 11.
Camp Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $470 - $530/week. $120/day. Sibling, multi-week and early registration discounts available.
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
iD Tech Camp
Learn to code, design video games, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, and work with AI at iD Tech. Held at UC Berkeley, St. Mary’s, Carondelet High, Stanford, and 150+ locations. Kids will make friends as they master tech skills, and will join a community of 400,000 alumni.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 5 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: Varies
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Save $75 when you use the code 510FAMILIES19 before 7/15/19
Camp Galileo & Galileo Summer Quest
Galileo mixes day camp fun with hands-on projects for big smiles, new skills, belly laughs, and serious self-confidence. Innovative art, science and outdoor camps for pre-K – 8th graders.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $449. Enroll by May 28 and save $150 per week with code SAVE150
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Brainy Bunch
Camp Brainy Bunch is a place for kids to dream about their futures. Campers try new identities as doctors, lawyers, engineers, writers, inventors, and broadcasters. Students participate in rituals and activities that create a strong, silly, and supportive camp community.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $495
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Save $50 off of one week of camp with code: 2019CBB510FAMILIES, expires on 8/1/19
ATDP, Academic Talent Development Program at UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley's ATDP offers challenging summer courses for highly motivated young scholars in grades K-11. Examples include: Rainforests, Math Magic, and Programming in Java. Elementary division is 3 weeks in Point Richmond; Secondary is 6 weeks at Cal. APPLICATIONS REQUIRED.
Camp Hours: Morning Sessions: 8:30-noon; Afternoon Sessions: 1pm-4:30pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: Elementary: $650-$750/course | Secondary: $650-$1500/course
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Bentley Summer Academy
Take summer to the next level. Bentley Summer Academy offers age-appropriate programs including something for every interest: sports, arts, culinary skills, outdoor adventure and academics. Before and After Camp available.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $650
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Firecracker Math Summer Camp
Firecracker is for curious and challenge-loving kids. Small class size, excellent instructors develops kids' love for math and boosts their interest and confidence in math. Topics from number theory, combinatorics, probability, and logic. Daily math games, magic tricks, paradoxes. Full- and half-day options.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $450 full day or $300 half day (math only)
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
St. Paul's Summer Camp
St. Paul's Summer Camp boasts a fantastic staff with lots of enthusiasm, energy, and creativity. Campers enjoy new 5,000 square-foot gymnasium, epic playground, new art room, lovely library, and outdoor activities at Lake Merritt. Weekly and bi-weekly camps available.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $475
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Save 20% with code 510families2019
Holographic Augmented Reality Summer Camp
Campers will learn Holographic AR programming, STEM/STEAM concepts, computer animation, UX/UI Design, 3D modeling, artificial intelligence (AI), and visual communication through hands-on projects. Suitable for ages 6-18 of all computer skills. Great Instructors, small classes! No glasses/special equipment needed.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $445-$675/week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Save 5% with code AR510, expires 3/31/2019
QuantumCamp
Hands-on, inquiry-based science camps with mornings in the lab and afternoons applying learnings to independent projects. Camps are student-driven environments where collaboration allows students to make their own scientific discoveries. 1st through 8th graders. Located in Walnut Creek and Palo Alto.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $500/ week | Before care: $50 per week | After care: $70 per week | Drop-In before or after care: $25 per day
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Save $25 with code 510families19 expires 11/01/19
Urban Adventure Camps
Urban Adventure Camps is unique week-long day camp for campers age 8-15. Each day groups visit the Bay Area’s best museums, parks, galleries, science centers, activities, and attractions. Public transportation is used to explore and teach campers local navigation.
Camp Hours: 8 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $450/week for Explorer Camps $650/week for Active Camps
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
UC Berkeley Young Writers Camp
Sponsored by the Bay Area Writing Project of UC Berkeley, this camp is for children who love to write! Campers will develop creative abilities and writing talents in a relaxed atmosphere as they learn more about the craft of writing.
Camp Hours: 9 am to noon
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:15 pm
Price: $650 (sibling discount of $50 for each additional child)
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
SAT Crash Course
This is a 2-week, intense SAT prep course designed for students who have successfully completed Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Class includes: review lessons, problem sets with feedback, timed practice tests, and test-taking skills.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $300
Grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Strategies for Learning (SFL) Academic Summer Camps
Semi-private academic instruction designed to give your child a step-up in ability and confidence. Week-long camps offered in Phonics & Reading (K-2nd), Math Fluency (4th-7th), ACT & SAT Prep, and Skills & Habits to Prepare for Middle or High School.
Camp Hours: 9 am- 12:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:30 pm
Price: $1,190 per week-long camp ($125 voucher for early sign-ups)
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Redwood Day Summer Program
Summertime at Redwood Day offers an opportunity for enrichment, play, and a deeper dive and exploration into a child's passion to empower learners. Summer sessions are open to Redwood Day and non-Redwood Day students.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $275 for half-day, other prices vary
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Girls in Engineering (UC Berkeley)
Hands-on engineering activities for girls. With Cal staff and students as the teachers, campers will learn firsthand about the world of engineering. Applications due March 1.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $600; free for families who demonstrate financial need
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th
Young Speakers & Debate Camps
For campers who enjoy debating, acting, telling stories, and giving speeches. Confidence-building activities help children share their voice with the world. Four camps are tailored to different age groups and communication styles.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:15 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:45 pm
Price: $300/week; limited scholarships available
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Raskob Learning Institute summer program
Raskob Summer Program offers intensive remediation for students entering 1st-8th grades with mild/moderate learning disabilities or challenges. Students have daily 1:1 educational therapy, small academic and enrichment classes. Not a fit for students who exhibit behavioral difficulties.
Camp Hours: 9 am to noon
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:00 am
Price: $2710 for 3-week session or $5,320 for 6 weeks
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Words in the Wild Summer Camp
In Words in the Wild, rising 1st and 2nd graders grow their love of reading and find joy in writing while getting their hands dirty in the gardens of Fairyland and Lake Merritt Botanical Gardens. With a 7:1 this camp is designed for students who could use an academic boost.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $440/week; $880/two-week session; 15% early bird discount
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
East Bay Kidz Math Camp
East Bay Kidz Math Camp is a fun 3-week investigation into mathematics with a hands-on approach to learning. Focuses on key math building blocks and developing math confidence, along with engaging game-based indoor and outdoor activities.
Camp Hours: 9 am to noon
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:00 pm
Price: $2100 for three weeks | Pi Day Discount: Save $150 if you apply by 3.14 (March 14th)
Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Writopia Lab
Creative writing workshop camps to kids and teens at in Oakland, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek. Campers write poetry, plays, short stories, and graphic novels.
Camp Hours: 9 am - 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:15 pm
Price: Sliding scale
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Save 10% with code: Typewriter
Bishop O’Dowd Summer Academy
O’Dowd Summer Academy with programs designed to engage, inspire curiosity and fulfill academic credit goals for middle and high school students. Build a schedule to suit your needs. Prices vary based on course selection.
Camp Hours: Varies based on course selection
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $175 - $250 per course | Lunch is included for students taking three or more courses.
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Thanks again to our educational camp sponsors:
In addition to these academic camps, you and your child might also be interested in specific summer camps that focus on STEM or language, writing, and culture camps. Find the perfect camp for your child in our East Bay summer camp guide.
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