STAFF
Tireless child advocates, who balance structure and guidance with staying out of campers’ ways. All staff members are background checked and trained in CPR & first-aid.
Here, we put kids in charge.
Preposterous? Possibly. Effective? You betcha.
When you trust kids, they trust themselves. For 43 years, we’ve put kids in charge of their own learning experience. As they try, fail, and learn on their own, they learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.
Campers choose minute to minute from a variety of activities. They’ll decide what they want to do, and for how long. Our job is to get out of their way, cheerlead creative risks, and provide just enough guidance to make sure nobody does anything totally* senseless.
*Totally senseless: By our definition, mistakes aren’t senseless. They’re how you learn.
Buy any number of days. Use them any time. Get refunds for unused days.
You can buy a Day Pass here and 22 there, or go for the whole shebang with a Summer Pass. You don’t even have to tell us when you’re going to show up (or pretend like you know when you’re going to show up). If you have unused passes left over, we’ll automatically refund them in full at summer’s end.
Lunch, snacks, and all hours, 8am–6pm, included.
Camp Details
DATES
Jun 12 - Aug 18
NOTES
*Information from Summer 2023 and subject to change for 2024
HOURS
8am to 6pm
AGES
4-12
ADDRESS
The Country School
5243 Laurel Canyon Blvd
Valley Village, CA, 91607
DIRECTOR
Anthony
CALL/TEXT
FOOD
Activities for Every Interest
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. While we can’t say exactly what the day will look like, one thing is for sure: The campers are in control.
STOP-MOTION ANIMATION
SEWING SALON
CODING
THE STAGE
ROBOTICS
BAKERY
TINKER LAB
S&K TRADITIONS
SPORTS & REC
WEEKLY SPECIALS
WATER PLAY
LOUNGE
Fees
Maybe you’re the type who likes to plan ahead. Maybe you’re not. Either way, we’ve structured our fees to work around your calendar–whether you’re making it up on the fly or trying to crack the color code of a multi-tab Excel spreadsheet.
Buy any number of Day Passes or a Summer Pass, and use them whenever you’d like during the summer. You don’t even need to let us know when you plan to join–just show up! If for any reason your plans change, we’ll automatically refund your unused Passes in-full at summer’s end. We also offer need-based financial aid to qualifying families. Learn more or submit an application, here.
All fees include lunch, snacks and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.
- Buy any number of Day Passes and use them anytime
- Upgrade to a Summer Pass at any time by purchasing 30 Day Passes per a given child
- Unused Day Passes are automatically refunded in mid September
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.
- One fee covers the entire summer–That’s up to 49 days of camp in Valley Village!
- 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 in mid September
FOOD
We provide daily lunch options from a rotating variety of local restaurants and caterers. We’ll also offer an array of snacks for kids to nosh on throughout the day. Check out the daily menu below.
Details About Camp in Valley Village
Outdoor Group Gatherings Notice
Please note that we will utilize wedding style tents for all camp gatherings throughout the summer camp season. This will provide us a shaded outdoor space for large group activities, shows, & events.
Virtual Camp Orientation & Drop-off/Pick-Up Procedures
Check out our virtual camp orientation for everything you need to know before your first day of camp, coming this spring. Once we get closer to summer, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as 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.
Weekly Activity Schedule
We have a ton of additional activities planned for this summer. Check them out:
6/12 - 6/16
Jumbo Bounce House
Monday 6/12 – Wednesday 6/14
With 20 feet by 20 feet of bouncing area, the Jumbo Bounce House is sure to provide lots of bouncy fun!
Water Play
Thursday 6/15 – Friday 6/16
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
FOAM PARTY!
Friday 6/16, 2pm-3pm
Super awesome Foam Cannons shoot hypo-allergenic, all natural foam high in the air, sending it floating down around our campers creating an out of this world foam party wonderland!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
6/19 - 6/23
EZ Sports Combo Waterslide
Monday 6/19 – Wednesday 6/21
Features sports theme, bouncing area, basketball hoop, climber, water misting system, slide, and a pool at the end.
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Water Play
Thursday 6/22 – Friday 6/23
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Teresa Smith – African Dance
Thursday 6/22, 10:30am-11:30am
Dance with Teresa as she explores the many cultural differences in musical movement and style of African dance. Campers will experience how total body expressive movements teach social patterns and values, help people work and celebrate and connect with the community.
Squishy, Sticky, Slime Making!
Friday 6/23
Campers will make ooey gooey slime at this fun workshop.
6/26 - 6/30
5in1 Castle Combo
Monday 6/26 – Wednesday 6/28
Campers will have a bouncing good time in this 5in1 Castle Combo that features a bouncing area, obstacle popups, basketball hoop, climber and slide.
Water Play
Thursday 6/29 – Friday 6/30
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Steve & Kate’s Olympics!
Thursday 6/29
Be ready to be put through various fun sports challenges to win a medal.
The Arty Loon Show!
Friday 6/30, 10:30am-11:30am
This program consists of hilarious antics that include tons of camper participation! Balloons, magic, juggling, and puppetry packed into one show that will surely leave audiences in stitches. Everyone will enjoy watching, participating, and learning about all the different art forms presented in this fun-filled adventure through their imagination.
7/3 - 7/7
Steve & Kate’s Water Olympics!
Monday 7/3
Be ready to be put through fun and wet challenges to win a medal!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Large 5in1 Candy Combo Dual Lane
Wednesday 7/5 – Friday 7/7
A sweet treat everyone will love— The 5in1 Candy Combo features a big bouncing area for up to 6 riders at a time, basketball hoop, Dual Lane climber and dual lane Slides, and an inflated landing area.
7/10 - 7/14
EZ Tropical Combo Bounce House
Monday 7/10 – Wednesday 7/12
This Tropical combo bounce house will have you feeling like you’re on a tropical vacation with area for up to 6 jumpers at a time at a time and a slide!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Water Play
Thursday 7/13 – Friday 7/14
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Reptile Show
Thursday 7/13, 2pm-3pm
Come join us for our reptile show! Campers get to meet several different reptiles including various snakes and lizards as well as a tortoise, also featuring a Madagascar hissing cockroach. This interactive experience allows everyone to pet the animals and learn all about their adaptations and natural behaviors.
Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party!
Friday 7/14
Get ready for a Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party! Bust your best dances moves surrounded by glow sticks and glow balloons!
7/17 - 7/ 21
Jumbo Extreme Bouncer
Monday 7/17 – Wednesday 7/19
With 20 feet by 20 feet of bouncing area, the Jumbo Extreme Bouncer is sure to provide lots of bouncy fun!
Water Play
Thursday 7/20 – Friday 7/21
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Mad Science – Gas Works Show
Thursday 7/20, 10am-11am
This outdoor event explores the mysterious world of gasses. Start off with a wacky flying balloon, a bottle of club soda, and a surprising “carbon dioxide geyser”! Things get exciting when balloons are filled with different gasses and held over a flame! Film canisters are launched into the air using Alka-Seltzer tablets and water. Ends with “water bottle rockets”, and “fire-powered rockets”!
Tie-Dye Workshop
Friday 7/21
All Tie-Dyers get ready for our Steve & Kate workshop!
Bring an extra white shirt so we can create our Tie-Dye masterpieces!
7/24 - 7/28
Large 5in1 Jungle Combo Dual Lane
Monday 7/24 – Wednesday 7/26
This Large 5in1 Jungle Combo Dual Lane jumper features a big bouncing area for up to 6 riders at a time, basketball hoop, Dual Lane climber and dual lane Slides, and an inflated landing area.
Water Play
Thursday 7/27 – Friday 7/28
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
FOAM PARTY!
Thursday 7/27, 2pm-3pm
Super awesome Foam Cannons shoot hypo-allergenic, all natural foam high in the air, sending it floating down around our campers creating an out of this world foam party wonderland!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Steve & Kate’s Talent Show!
Friday 7/28
Our campers will have the opportunity to show off their talents.
7/31 - 8/4
Summerween!
Large 5in1 Pirate Cove Combo Waterslide Dual Lane
Monday 7/31 – Wednesday 8/2
This Large 5in1 Pirate ship Combo Dual Lane jumper features a big bouncing area for up to 6 riders at a time, basketball hoop, Dual Lane climber and dual lane Slides, and an inflated landing area.
Halloween Orange Decorating
Wednesday 8/2
A fun twist on pumpkin carving, this summer we decorate oranges!
Brettso’s Super Spooky Fun Time
Thursday 8/3, 10:30am-11:30am
This show is a magical, balloonical, puppet and story show that offers Halloween safety lessons, puns, and rhymes. All are used as part of his Halloween magic show that features Psychie the Psycholoon (a fun balloon puppet) who can read minds. Children of all ages will laugh along and be amazed with this fun and slightly spooky Halloween show.
Summerween Costume Contest
Friday 8/4
We can’t celebrate Summerween without a Costume Contest! Campers can get creative and put together awesome costumes to show off at camp!
8/7 - 8/11
45′ Fun House Obstacle Combo
Monday 8/7 – Wednesday 8/9
Riders start off by entering the bounce house area. From the bounce house riders enter the long obstacle course which features push throughs, pop ups, and finally a climber and two lane slide.
Water Play
Thursday 8/10 – Friday 8/11
Campers get to participate in games and activities like water tag, inflatable slip n’ slides, & giant sprinklers make for unforgettable water-adventures on hot summer days!
Bring a bathing suit, change of clothes, and a towel.
Birds of Prey Show
Thursday 8/10, 2pm-3pm
Come join us for our bird show! Watch birds of prey in flight. Learn about natural behaviors and adaptations about these amazing animals. We focus on conservation and how we can protect these special birds. Meet a falcon, hawks, and owl!
Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party!
Friday 8/11
Get ready for a Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party! Bust your best dances moves surrounded by glow sticks and glow balloons!
8/14 - 8/18
Contact Us
Our directors work year-round and would love to help you learn more about our program and at the same time learn more about you and your camper.
ANTHONY
he/him
We’re excited to have Anthony join the S&K team this year! When not at camp you can usually find Anthony hanging out with his wife and dog, cooking delicious meals, or making funny music videos with friends.
This summer Anthony is most excited to see everything the campers create–self portraits, delicious baked goods (preferably with chocolate), stop-motion movies featuring an eraser, and his favorite, an elaborate self-choreographed dance made at lunch.
AND DOZENS MORE!