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Corte Madera Summer Camp

The Cove School 330 Golden Hind Passage Corte Madera, CA 94925

CORTE MADERA, CA

Corte Madera Summer Camp

All year long, kids find themselves encased in rigid structure.

When summer comes, we give them what they desperately need — freedom to expand and evolve. At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.

Grown-ups adore freedom, too.

We’ve described the magical gift you give your kids when you empower them to make their own decisions. Now let’s talk hardcore convenience for you:

  • Buy a any number of days and send your kid to camp any day you want? Check.
  • Drop the kiddos off and pick them up whenever you want? Yup.
  • Long camp hours, all included? Totally.
  • Tasty meals and snacks, also included? You bet.
  • Get an automatic refund for unused days at summer’s end? For sure.
  • Do you deserve this kind of freedom? Yes, you do.
Camp details

CAMP DETAILS

DATES

Jun 16 - Aug 15

NOTES

Closed July 4

HOURS

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

AGES

4–12

ADDRESS

The Cove School
330 Golden Hind Passage
Corte Madera, CA 94925

DIRECTOR

Emma

CALL/TEXT

415-604-0078

FOOD

View Weekly Menu

Additional info for Corte Madera campers

Local Camp Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures

As we get closer to summer, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as our local camp drop-off & pick-up procedures, how to check-in and check-out of camp each day, what to bring (and not bring), and a few more camp details.

Water Play Notice

Due to local drought regulations, we will have limited water play available at our Corte Madera camp location. Campers can expect sprinkler & water games on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Campus & Accessibility Details

The Cove School is ADA-accessible

Mentorship Program

We’re excited to offer our Mentorship Program at this camp location for Summer 2025!

Intended exclusively for children ages 14-15, our Mentorship Program is an experience where participants can get a taste of what it’s like to be a counselor and develop leadership skills, while upholding our self-directed philosophy.

With the supervision of Steve & Kate’s staff, Mentees (our program participants) will help facilitate camp activities, engage with campers, and help encourage camper connection and participation. The program utilizes self-directed learning to support Mentees in their development into young adults ready to take on more responsibilities.

Mentorship Rates:

Mentorship Day Pass Rate: $94
Mentorship Summer Pass Rate: $2,820
Returning Mentees: $0

Per usual, any unused Mentorship Day Passes will be automatically refunded in full at summer’s end. If you purchase a Mentorship Summer Pass and end up using less than 30 days of camp, then we’ll calculate what you would have paid at the daily rate and refund you the difference automatically.

Mentorship Application

To participate in the Mentorship Program, please submit an application here.. Please note that Mentees must attend the camp location they apply for. Once approved, your local director will email you with instructions for completing registration. If you have any questions, please reach out to your local director.

Activities

Choosing activities: the daily dilemma.

Coding. Sewing. Baking. Making. Sporting. Filming. Lounging. Every day, campers face the excruciating task of choosing from these and many more engrossing activities. Some select a mix of many. Others burrow deep into one or two. Either way, each day they face new experiences bristling with trade-offs and tantalizing possibilities.

In the early morning and late afternoon, campers ramp up and wind down with recreational choices. For the bulk of the day, children will choose from the activities listed below.

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STOP-MOTION ANIMATION

Learn the craft of stop-motion animation as you create unique characters and stories to produce your own short films on our custom-built animation stages. Available within the Media Lab. 
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SEWING SALON

Discover or deepen your love for sewing with colorful custom fabric patterns and exciting sewing challenges. Use hand-sewing and machine sewing techniques to design and create garments, accessories, and other cloth creations!
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CODING

Practice hands-on coding with our carefully selected iPad apps, designed for both early and advanced readers. These interactive programs gamify learning, making coding fun and accessible for all skill levels.
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MEDIA LAB

Alongside film, coding, and robotics, you can unleash your digital creativity with music production and digital art in the Media Lab. Mix beats in GarageBand, experiment with electronic music, or dive into interactive art apps to bring your vision to life.
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ROBOTICS

Leverage leading-edge robotic technology to empower your learning and problem-solving. Choose from guided activities and self-directed games, plus tools like robot landscapes and custom mazes.
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BAKERY

Explore new baked creations with fillings, spices, and add-ons, as you customize your confections to satisfy your sweet and savory palate. 
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TINKER LAB

Tinker endlessly with a thoughtful supply of arts and crafts, custom ‘maker packs’ made to spur innovation, and even 3D pens for the coolest collaborative and take-home projects.
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S&K TRADITIONS

Participate in decades-old Steve & Kate’s traditions like Find Chuckie—our beloved, elusive, rubber chicken—and Friday Pie-Day—where you can cap off a productive week by treating friends and camp staffers to a refreshing pie in the face.
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SPORTS & REC

Run, jump, throw, kick, play. Get the go-kart experience or unleash with athletic equipment essentials chosen especially for your site’s unique fields and rec spaces. Team up with peers and staff to play classic sports and even make up new games!
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WEEKLY SPECIALS

Jump into a new special experience every day! Whether it’s a new giant inflatable, a musical performance, a movement workshop, or a popup petting zoo, you can count on this boredom-busting daily activity to switch things up! Look out for our official 2025 Specials lineup this spring.
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WATER PLAY

There’s nothing like water play on a hot summer day! Stay cool with activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, and some giant sprinkler action. Wherever space, weather, and local water restrictions allow them, we bring it!
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LOUNGE & LIBRARY

Join friends for some get-your-wiggles-out fun playing tabletop games, building marble mazes and forts, or retreat to a quiet corner filled with satisfying sensory objects and a thoughtfully stocked bookshelf to engage all ages and interests.

Even more activities.

At Steve & Kate’s, enough is never enough. So every week we supplement our main offering of activities with thrill-inducing weekly specials. Here’s what’s coming this summer to your location:

Jun 16–20

Monday–Friday

Jungle Bounce House

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this jungle-themed inflatable.

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts + Circus Show

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Circus Show: We are so excited to welcome Coventry and Kaluza– a circus inspired comedy show beginning at 1:30 pm.

Thursday

Water Play

Campers stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day

-Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

Jun 23–27

Monday–Friday

Inflatable Obstacle Course with Slide

Campers climb, crawl, slide and race their way through this obstacle course designed to challenge agility, coordination, and quick thinking.

Tuesday

Cowgirl Tricks Show

Karen Quest will be making her debut at our camp, showcasing her amazing Cowgirl Tricks at 1:30 pm.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day + Camper Talent Show

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

-Talent Show: A camp showcase for creativity and self-expression. Campers are invited to take the stage and share their unique talents–whether that’s singing, dancing, acting, joking, juggling, or anything else. Will begin @ 2pm!

Jun 30–Jul 3

Monday–Thursday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games. Available every day this week!

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

*Just a reminder, we are closed on July 4th!

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Jul 7–11

Monday–Friday

Pirate Ship Bouncer

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this pirate ship-themed inflatable.

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

Jul 14–18

Monday–Friday

Castle Bounce House Combo

Campers step into a world of imagination as they jump and play inside this castle-themed inflatable.

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday

Bubble Show

We are so excited to have Sterling Johnson, the expert on all things bubbles, at camp again this summer! Get ready to be wowed by his giant bubble making skills during this 45 min show that begins at 1:30 pm.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

Jul 21–25

Monday–Friday

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Campers climb, crawl, slide and race their way through this inflatable obstacle course designed to challenge agility, coordination, and quick thinking.

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts + Magic Show

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Magic Show: Perry Yan the Magician will be at camp showcasing his magical powers at 1:30 pm!

Thursday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

Jul 28–Aug 1

Monday–Friday

Sports Combo Bouncer

The ultimate inflatable experience—a bounce house with a built-in slide, climbing wall, & games, for extra excitement. Also, sports-themed!

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday

Kona Ice Truck

The beloved Shaved-Ice Truck is rolling onto campus at 2 pm! Every camper gets to craft one gourmet shaved-ice masterpiece—on the house (or rather, on Chuckie the Chicken’s allowance).

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

Aug 4–8

Monday–Friday

Inflatable Bounce House

Jump around our classic bounce house—the perfect place to get some energy out.

Tuesday

Water Play + Silent Disco

Water Play: Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games. Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Silent Disco: Campers slip on wireless headphones, select their favorite songs, and dance together—creating a shared, high-energy party where everyone can move to their own beat.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Friday

Go-Karts + Pie Day + 4th Annual Film Festival

-Go-Karts: Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts. We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

-Pie Day: Since 1980 Steve & Kate’s has celebrated the end of the week with an (optional) whipped cream pie to the face.

-Film Festival: This very special event will include a red carpet, paparazzi, the S&K Walk of Fame AND showings of camper-made content from throughout the summer. Will begin at 2 pm.

Aug 11–15

Monday–Friday

Aug 11 – Aug 15 Programming

As we head into our final week of summer, things will shift a bit—we’ll be moving out of the classrooms and onto the blacktop, with about 85% of our programming happening outdoors for a good chunk of the week.

Families attending these dates should plan for campers to spend their week outside.

While our set-up may look slightly different this week, our normal programming will still be available in modified capacities.

Tuesday

Water Play

Campers can stay cool while diving into water-filled activities like balloon tosses, sprinkler runs, and splash games.

Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel to participate.

Wednesday

Go-Karts

Campers take the driver’s seat as they cruise around in our kid-friendly, electric/pedal go-karts.

We’ll have helmets on-hand for campers to use. Alternatively families can bring a labeled helmet to use from home.

Thursday–Friday

Carnival (x2)

Carnival: Our Amazingly Fun, not to mention Bittersweet, Camp Finale! This year, we’re closing out the summer with double the fun—Carnival is happening not once, but twice: Thursday and Friday!

Get ready for two unforgettable days filled with:
Carnival games & wild challenges
Double Game Show excitement
Prizes Galore
Snowcones (yes, again!)
…and even more surprises!

It’s the perfect way to celebrate the end of an incredible summer together. Let’s make every moment count!

Monday–Friday

Inflatable Obstacle Course with Slide

Campers climb, crawl, slide and race their way through this inflatable obstacle course designed to challenge agility, coordination, and quick thinking.

Youngest campers fly solo, but there’s a net.

Most kids take to life at Steve & Kate’s like the naturally hardy individuals they are. For some, especially our younger campers, it can take a little longer to get their wings. That’s why each camp has staff dedicated specifically to supporting our youngest campers. Helping these campers discover their camp magic is the whole point of our Youngest Camper Support Staff, and every time it’s exhilarating to behold.

Food

Eat your heart out. (It’s included.)

Life without delicious food sucks. That’s why our cuisine de camp features a mouth-watering array of tasty, nourishing grub. In partnership with fan favorite restaurants, we keep kids fired up with food they love — from piping hot pizza to salubrious Caesar salads to tangy tomato soup, and much more. Our menus include rotating specials as well as healthy snacks and sides kids can grab whenever their fuel gauge dips into the red. Chomp, chomp. Munch, munch.

What’s on the menu.

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Fees

What camp costs.

Perhaps you are a grown-up who loves to plan. Or maybe you’re an expert of the fine art of logistical improvisation. Miraculously, our camp fees are designed to scratch both of your respective itches. Buy any number of Day Passes or a Summer Pass, and use them whenever you want during the summer. Don’t even bother to let us know when you’re coming — just roll up. If your plans change, don’t sweat it. We’ll automatically refund your unused Passes in full at summer’s end. How many other summer camps can offer you that level of flexibility?*

*Not one that we know of.

Day Pass and Summer Pass fees cover the entire Steve & Kate’s experience, including lunch, snacks, activities and the entire day from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.

  • Buy any number of Day Passes and use them any day at any open location.
  • Add more Day Passes to your account at any time.
  • All unused passes are automatically refunded back at the rate you paid, by September 29, 2025.

Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.

  • One fee covers the entire summer–That’s up to 44 days of camp in Corte Madera!
  • If you purchase a Summer Pass and use less than 30 days of camp, we’ll calculate what you would have paid at the Day Pass rate and refund you the difference automatically by September 29, 2025.
Testimonials

These people are very smart. You should listen to them.

I really like that you've carved out something truly unique - a completely low-stress experience for parents. No pre-planning, no need to make lunch, no need to decide which days to attend, automatic refunds. It took some stress out of planning our summer.
Dan C.

(S&K parent)

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Even though there are so many kids, she was able to put a personal touch to it by remembering every kid’s name, being open to suggestions as well as remembering to remind my 4 year old daughter to go to the bathroom! My daughter had so much fun making a dress for her bear, making bread, dancing, playing with the weekly specials and the list goes on and on.
Elaine C.

(S&K parent)

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It's great to pick up your kid from camp with a smile and excited about the day they spent doing various activities. Staff was wonderful and not having to think about food was such a relief.
Christian K.

(S&K parent)

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Staff

Our dedicated camp
team.

For our team members, giving kids the space to liberate their true potential becomes a kind of calling. Think of them as a high-energy, warm-hearted crew of child advocates who deftly balance two invaluable skills — that of providing structure and guidance, and that of staying the heck out of campers’ ways. If that’s not enough, they’re all background-checked and trained in CPR and first-aid. Say “hi” to them at camp — they’d love to meet you.

Events

Steve & Kate's Events

Join us at an upcoming virtual Information Session to learn all the camp basics. We’ll give a quick presentation and overview on our program, and then answer any questions you have. Please note that Information Sessions are open to all Steve & Kate’s Camps, and are not specific to any given location. All Information Sessions are listed in ET.

Local Events

Your camp director

Get in Touch.

Feel free to contact us anytime with your questions about life at Steve & Kate’s, or questions about life in general.

Emma W

EMMA

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Emma joined Steve & Kate’s camp in 2018! When not at camp you can generally find Emma hiking in the Mill Valley hills, or enjoying some coffee at Flour Craft.
This summer Emma is most excited to create an inclusive community for campers, counselors and parents to just be their authentic, amazing selves!

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