Our Enrichment and Sports Camps join forces with our regular camp sessions to create the ultimate summer experience! These camps are like the magical ingredients that turn an ordinary summer into an extraordinary one. At Lesley Ellis, our enrichment camps bring hands-on adventures that turn growing, exploring, and finding new passions into the coolest summer agenda. From science experiments that sizzle to arts and crafts that spark creativity, our camps are safe and the perfect blend of interactive and fun. And for the sports enthusiasts, our sports camps turn the field into a playground of skill-building and teamwork. We believe in turning every moment into a memory and every lesson into a laugh, whether you’re crafting masterpieces or kicking goals. Come to one of our enrichment camps, where curiosity meets joy, and every day is a sunny adventure, complete with smiles, goals, and a whole lot of fun!
SPARKS LEMONADE STAND
In partnership with SPARK Business Academy, campers will learn how to make sweet, tangy lemonade—and turn it into a thriving business! Each morning, they’ll experiment with recipes, design flyers, practice making change, and track their profits. The week culminates in a showcase event where campers launch their own lemonade stand and donate their earnings to a charity of their choice. In the afternoons, they’ll join the day camp for art, STEM, and PE activities, along with daily swimming at the Beede Center.
WHO
For campers entering grades 1 – 3
WHEN
Week 2: June 22 – 26
Full Day: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
COST
$740
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
CHESS WIZARDS
Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You’ll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle – your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full-day kids should bring lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your summer with Chess Wizards!
WHO
For campers entering grades 1 – 4
12 particpants
WHEN
Week 7: July 27 – July 31
COST
Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$525
Half Day–morning
9:00 – 12:00 p.m.
$365
Half Day–afternoon
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$365
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
ART AND HIKING CAMP
This summer, Lesley Ellis Summer Camp is thrilled to partner with Guinea Fowl Adventures to offer an unforgettable, nature-based art experience for young explorers! Together, we’ll guide the next generation of creative adventurers and responsible hikers through immersive, experience-based day trips across northeastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Each day, campers will travel to a new and inspiring landscape to learn about the environment and create art inspired by their natural surroundings. Through exploration, creativity, and reflection, campers will discover meaningful connections—to nature, to one another, and to themselves. This unique collaboration combines the adventurous spirit of Guinea Fowl Adventures with the joyful, community-centered approach of Lesley Ellis Summer Camp, offering a transformative week of discovery, creativity, and wonder in the great outdoors.
WHO
For campers entering grades 5 – 8.
12 participants.
WHEN
Week 4: July 6 – 10
COST
$625
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
OVER NIGHT HIKING CAMP
In this exciting new partnership with Guinea Fowl Adventures, campers will learn the fundamentals of overnight backpacking and wilderness exploration. Guided by experienced outdoor educators, they’ll start the week with a series of local day hikes to build skills and confidence, then finish with an unforgettable overnight camping trip. Along the way, campers will gain hands-on experience in trip planning, packing a backpack, setting up a campsite, camp cooking, route navigation, and emergency preparedness. Depending on group interest and ability, adventures may include summiting a mountain, exploring waterfalls, swimming in rivers or lakes, or spending time at base camp mastering outdoor skills. All equipment is provided, making this the perfect opportunity for young adventurers to experience the wilderness safely and confidently. This program combines the adventurous spirit of Guinea Fowl Adventures with the supportive, creative environment of Lesley Ellis Summer Camp, empowering campers to build independence, teamwork, and a lifelong love of the outdoors.
WHO
For campers entering grades 7 – 8.
12 participants.
WHEN
Week 4: July 6 – 10
Full day plus Thursday overnight
COST
$830
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
MODEL UN CAMP
Middle school students will step into the world of global diplomacy during our Model UN Summer Camp, where they’ll take on the roles of international delegates, debate real-world issues, and negotiate solutions to complex global challenges. Throughout the week, campers will research their assigned countries, craft persuasive speeches, practice public speaking, and develop critical thinking and collaboration skills. With engaging simulations, interactive workshops, and fun team-building activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of international relations while building confidence, communication skills, and lasting friendships. By the end of the week, campers will experience the excitement of a full Model UN conference, putting their new skills into action in a realistic, fast-paced, and supportive environment.
WHO
For campers entering grades 6 – 8.
15 participants.
WHEN
Week 5: July 13 – 17
Full day: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
COST
$600
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
MUSIC THEATER CAMP
Get ready to step into the swamp! During our three-week Music Theater Camp, campers will bring the beloved story of Shrek Jr. to life through singing, dancing, and acting. From auditions and character development to set design and costume creation, students will experience the full magic of putting on a musical production. Under the guidance of experienced theater educators, campers will build confidence, teamwork, and stage presence—all while having a blast rehearsing for their big performance at the end of camp. It’s a fairytale adventure full of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable moments both on and off stage!
WHO
For campers entering grades 4 – 8.
20 participants.
WHEN
Weeks 4 – 6: July 6 – 24
Full day: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
COST
$1,560
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
GLOBAL CITIZEN CAMP
Join us for Global Citizens, a dynamic summer program for middle schoolers where students explore identity, culture, and community while learning how to make a real impact! From 9:00–12:00, campers engage in hands-on projects, discussions, and local service experiences, culminating in a week of student-designed community service initiatives. In the afternoons, 12:00–3:00, the fun continues with swimming, sports, arts, and opportunities to make new friends. Through reflection, collaboration, and action, campers build leadership skills, empathy, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be an active and compassionate member of their local and global communities.
WHO
For campers entering grades 6 – 8.
20 participants.
WHEN
Weeks 4 – 5: July 6 – 17
Full day: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
COST
$1,560
Late Afternoon Fun
3:00 – 5:30 p.m.
$40
We offer 1-week sessions giving you added flexibility when making your summer plans.
