Camps for Rising Kindergartners

Young actors will jump down the rabbit hole into a world of imagination! Through creative play, storytelling, and movement, students will help bring Alice in Wonderland to life. 
instructor: Julia Hinson
cost: $225

Bring your doll and join us for one of the most in-demand camps in town. Bloom Studios founder Emily Cantrell leads a week of exciting activities including, doll dress-making, creating accessories, and dream doll bed construction, just to name a few.
instructor: Emily Cantrell (Bloom Studios)
cost: $300

instructor: Anne Sawyer
cost: $220

This creative camp introduces campers to the vibrant world of flowers through art. Each day, young artists will explore different flowers, learning about their colors, shapes, and textures. They'll engage in hands-on activities such as painting, crafting, and creating collages, all inspired by the beauty of flowers. The camp aims to foster creativity, enhance fine motor skills, and deepen appreciation for nature. By the end of the camp, each child will have a portfolio of their floral artwork to take home, celebrating their artistic journey and the beauty of flowers.
instructor: Martha Berge (Hutchison art teacher)
cost: $225

cost: $225

This camp is geared toward enhancing the camper's creative skills. Using imagination, mixed media, and color to extend each camper’s level of crafting. 
instructor: Anne Sawyer
cost: $175

instructor: Heather Fontana (Hutchison lower school teacher)
cost: $205

Get ready to roar and explore! In this exciting camp, little paleontologists will go on prehistoric adventures to uncover the mysteries of dinosaurs. Through hands-on activities, dino digs, and interactive games, campers will learn about fossils, dinosaur habitats, and what made these amazing creatures roar. This camp is perfect for curious minds who love to discover and imagine. 
instructor: Creative Education Services
cost: $250

This camp encourages creativity, problem-solving, and exploration through a variety of engaging do-it-yourself projects. Campers will explore various musical instruments, learn basic rhythms and melodies, and even create simple instruments, turn their pictures into puzzles, learn basic sewing techniques to create and personalize stuffed animals, and so much more! Combine creativity with practical skills in this awesome DIY camp. 
instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison lower school teacher)
cost: $225

Create Fairy Magic by exploring literature, art, and the world of fairies. Read fairy stories, design and build tiny fairy gardens, and tooth fairy keepsakes, then end the week with a fairy tea party.
instructor: Heather Fontana (kindergarten teacher)
cost: $225

Calling all Fancy Nancy fans! Celebrate Fancy Nancy with a unique (that’s fancy for a one-of-a-kind) camp. Imagine the adventurous fun you will have at this summer camp filled with fancy stories, creative crafts, pirouettes (that’s a fancy ballet name for spins), tea parties, fancy indoor campout, spa day, and other activities that are tres magnifique. Based on books from the Fancy Nancy series by Jane O’Conner.
instructor: Heather Fontana and Renee Grinder (Kindergarten teachers)
cost: $230

Plein Aire painting, art history education, and Impressionist style lessons based on the work of Monet are sure to delight your budding artist. Anytime you’re with Madeline, you’ll be sure to learn some fun French phrases too! 
instructor: Miss. Emily (Bloom Studios)
cost: $300

Embark on a magical journey with Magic Treehouse Adventure Camp! Inspired by Mary Pope Osborne's beloved Magic Tree House series, this camp offers a blend of storytelling, exploration, and hands-on activities that bring the adventures of Jack and Annie to life. Campers will delve into different Magic Tree House books, exploring diverse settings and historical periods. Through interactive readings and discussions, children will engage with the stories and characters, fostering a love for literature. Engage in activities that mirror the adventures of Jack and Annie, including nature walks, treasure hunts, and so much more! Join us at Magic Treehouse Adventure Camp for a summer filled with imagination, learning, and unforgettable adventures!
instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School Teacher)
cost: $225

Embark on a summer journey where young minds explore the wonders of the natural world through hands-on crafting and discovery. This camp offers a blend of outdoor exploration and creative expression, allowing children to connect with nature while developing their artistic skills.
instructor: Madison Hollingsworth
cost: $220

The enchanting world of fairy tales comes alive in this immersive camp offering a blend of storytelling, creativity, and adventure, designed to captivate young imaginations.
Each day, campers will delve into classic stories, discovering beloved characters and timeless plots. Through interactive readings and discussions, children will gain a deeper appreciation for these narratives. Encouraging creativity, campers will craft their own fairy tales, developing storytelling skills and expressing their unique ideas. A variety of crafts and games inspired by fairy tales will bring stories to life and hands-on activities will allow campers to construct castles, fostering teamwork and imaginative play. 
Join us at Once Upon a Summer Camp for a magical summer filled with stories, creativity, and fun.
instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School Teacher)
cost: $225

The Quickstart method makes the game of tennis easily accessible to the little ones by using a smaller court, net, racquet, and larger foam tennis balls. DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT TENNIS CENTER
instructor: Wellford-Dunavant Tennis Center Coaches
cost: $115

The Quickstart Academy will use the Quickstart Tennis teaching method, a program designed to help young athletes learn tennis. The Quickstart method makes tennis easily accessible to children by using a smaller court, net, racquet, and larger foam tennis balls.
DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT TENNIS CENTER
instructor: Wellford-Dunavant Tennis Center Coaches
cost: $150

instructor: Andrew Hatfield (director, Renegades of Rhythm)
cost: $275

instructors: Soccer Shots Coaches
cost: $225

Build, Experiment, Create! Spend the week exploring different STEM-based subjects through fun daily activities that expand your knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math while building your creative mind.

instructor: Lucy Wesson (Hutchison LS Science Teacher)
cost: $225

Students will learn proper technique, Rudiments, reading, and playing beats.
instructor: Andrew Hatfield (director, Renegades of Rhythm)
cost: $160

Embark on a week-long journey where music and the animal kingdom unite! Each day, campers will explore a different animal, delving into its unique characteristics and the sounds it inspires. Through engaging discussions, interactive activities, and musical explorations, children will discover how animals influence music across cultures and genres. This camp offers a harmonious blend of education and creativity, fostering a deeper appreciation for both wildlife and music.
instructor: Patrick Jones (Hutchison Music Teacher)
cost: $220

3, 2, 1...Blast Off!! Young astronauts will have a blast in our out-of-this-world summer camp. Campers will build and explore life in outer space with LEGOS, K'Nex, magnets, and other hands-on tools. Imaginations will soar as we explore the solar system together. Each day your little space engineer will create one-of-a-kind art projects, explore planets, and participate in intergalactic challenges. 
instructor: Creative Education Services
cost: $275