Summer Camps and Classes - Green Ivy International Schools

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Summer Camp at Pine Street School

Themed Language Immersion Summer Camp

Join us in FiDi this summer for a fun & enriching Language Immersion Camp for students entering Grades 1-8!

Camp registration now open!

About Green Ivy Summer Camp at Pine Street School

Green Ivy Summer Camp at Pine Street School provides an engaging and enriching summer camp experience for children entering Grades 1-8. Campers will be immersed in Spanish with native Spanish speaking counselors as they explore, create, and play each day! A wide-variety of activities include soccer, dance, art, cooking, and STEM.

Registration is by the week, and each week has a new theme for students to enjoy! Each Friday has a field trip* connected to that week’s theme!

WEEKLY FEES

Full Day (8:30am-3:30pm): $1,125
Early Drop-off (8-8:30am): $35
Late Pick-up (3:30-5pm): $65
Walking Bus (older siblings: round trip from BPM to PSS): $80

*Lunch & snack and field trips are included.

Payments/Refunds: Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Refunds of 50% are possible if you cancel before May 1, 2024. After May 1, summer camp payments are non-refundable.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

8:30am - Arrival/Morning Meeting & Snack
9:00am - Sport/Movement Activity
10:00am - Project Time
10:45am - Movement Activity/Outdoor Play
11:30am - Lunch
12:00pm - Project Time
1:00pm - STEM
2:00pm - Cooking/Art
3:00pm - Cleanup/Play Time
3:30pm - Dismissal

WEEKLY THEMES

*With Daily Movement/Sports, Art/Cooking, and STEM classes. Projects and Field Trip locations are subject to change.

Week 1: June 24-28 | Exploring the Big Apple
A week of activities focused on our home: The City that Never Sleeps.
Project: My City Map
Field Trip: Governor’s Island

Week 2: July 1-5 | By Air and Sea
Explore the friendly skies and discover the ocean depths all week long!
Project: Building Model Airplanes
Field Trip: Intrepid Museum
**Camp will be in session on Fourth of July**

Week 3: July 8-12 | Act It Out
Unleash your inner star and shine on the stage where talent meets training and creativity takes the spotlight!
Project: Acting Out a Play
Field Trip: Shakespeare in the Park, Galli Theater,

Week 4: July 15-19 | Culinary Week
Grab your apron and head to the kitchen as we discover new tastes and cooking methods!
Project: Recipe book
Field Trip: Museum of Ice Cream, Museum of Food & Drink

Week 5: July 22-25 | Jumping into Nature
Welcome to a week of hands-on creativity, teamwork and boundless imagination.
Project: Terrariums
Field Trip: Brooklyn Botanical Garden

Week 6: July 29-August 2 | Lost In Space
Prepare to blast off and explore the farthest reaches of the galaxy!
Project: String light night sky and constellations
Field Trip: Museum of Natural History (Hayden Planetarium)

Week 7: August 5-9 | STEM Labs
From big inventions to mind-blowing experiments, sparks of creativity will fly at camp!
Project: Marble Roller Coasters
Field Trip: National Museum of Mathematics

Week 8: August 12-16 | Sounds of the City
Salsa! Hip Hop! Bebop! Listen to the beautiful soundscapes that make New York City special.
Project: Handmade instruments
Field Trip: National Jazz Museum of Harlem, Universal Hip Hop Museum, International Salsa Museum

Summer Camp FAQ

Is there a sibling discount?

A sibling discount does not apply to our Summer Camp programs.

Will camp be led by current Pine Street School teachers?

We typically confirm staff in May. Historically, the staff include current (and former) teachers and Afterschool counselors, returning camp staff from prior years, and one or two new staff members from any of our Green Ivy Schools. We select camp staff with the same emphasis on nurturing and health and safety that we use when hiring classroom teachers. We also hire Spanish speaking counselors as our program is bilingual.

Can 5 year olds attend camp?

Yes, as long as they have completed Kindergarten and/or are entering 1st Grade.

Children participate in camp activities in groups that vary from 10 children to 15, depending on the nature of the activity (e.g., indoor focused activity vs outdoor play).

If we sign up for early drop off, what will our child be doing between 8-8:30am?

Spending time with fellow campers and supervised by camp staff. This includes a variety of activities, including art & crafts, reading, and light physical play in the classroom.

I have one child attending camp at Battery Park Montessori and another attending camp at Pine Street School. Is there an option to drop both children off at one location?

Yes! We now offer a Walking Bus for all older siblings of BPM campers who are attending Pine Street Camp for an additional fee. You can drop off both children at Battery Park Montessori between 8-8:15am. We leave BPM at 8:15am sharp, so please be on time.

Walking Bus PSS campers will be brought back to Battery Park Montessori by 4pm. If your children are signed up for Late Pick-Up, older siblings will remain in their own dedicated classroom in Battery Park Montessori until pick-up.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch and snacks are included for all campers.

How do parents receive the lunch menu?

We share camp lunch menus with families ahead of time via email.

Are snacks provided?

Yes, snacks are provided and included in camp fees.

What is the refund policy?

Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Refunds of 50% are possible if you cancel before May 1, 2024. If camp is canceled by Green Ivy, full refunds will be issued.

Do we get a refund if my child is sick?

No. We do not offer refunds in the event of a child being sick.

Can I add or change weeks after I register?

Yes, you can add or change weeks after registration provided there is space in the week(s) you would like. Early Bird Discounts will not apply to weeks purchased after the deadline.

Are masks required for children and camp staff?

Currently, we are mask optional. We follow the guidance set forth by our governing authority - the Department of Health (DOH). In the event there is a change, we will inform families.

Are the staff required to be vaccinated?

Yes. All staff must be fully vaccinated (COVID and otherwise). No exceptions.

Do parents drop off outside, or are they allowed to drop off in the classroom?

Drop-off takes place at the front door, where campers are greeted by Green Ivy staff and brought to their classrooms.

Can I leave a scooter/bike at drop off?

Due to space limitations, we are not allowing storage of scooters, bikes, etc. at drop off.

Do they go on field trips? Do the children go outdoors?

Every Week of Pine Street Camp ends with a Friday field trip that coincides with the weekly theme. These trips are included in the cost of camp. During the week, we have movement/sport activities throughout the day. Some of these movement times will be outside (weather permitting). We use local parks and playgrounds.

Does my child need to speak or know Spanish before coming to camp?

No, our camp is designed for campers of all levels of experience. Counselors and instructors will meet your child where they are, supplementing Spanish with English whenever necessary. Campers fluent in Spanish and those just starting on their language-learning journey may be grouped together, as this can help everyone's skills grow.

Are parents allowed to visit?

We discourage this, as it is quite disruptive to the camp experience, both for your child and for other children

Do parents receive photos/videos during the day?

Yes! We share photos/videos frequently with families.

Green Ivy Summer Camp at Battery Park Montessori

Small, safe, fun & enriching Summer Camp | Ages 1-5

Green Ivy Summer Camp for Little Kids at Battery Park Montessori provides a warm and enriching summer camp experience for children ages 1-5 (must turn 1 by the start of their camp week). Guided by current best practices for early childhood development and education, we provide a playful, engaging, and safe “first camp” experience for your child. Plus kids get exposure to languages during our Spanish and Mandarin weeks!

Registration is by the week, and each week is highlighted with a fun, engaging theme!

Learn More Here!

Our Summer Enrichment Partner

Pine Street School is proud to work with Togetherhood over the summer for the following classes: STEM/Science Experiments, Soccer, Dance, Cooking, and Art.