Summer Camp
At a Glance
For the first time in many years, our RI Department of Human Services-licensed Summer Camp will run for nine weeks, ensuring that families have continuous childcare all summer long. We welcome children ages 5 to 12 for an unforgettable season of fun, adventure, and learning! To participate, children must be at least 5 years old and enrolled in Kindergarten for Fall 2025, and no older than 12 years old and entering 6th grade.
Any Questions? Email childprograms@lccenter.org
Our Weekly Themes
Our Summer Camp runs Monday through Friday from June 23rd to August 22nd, with the exception of Independence Day (July 4th) and Victory Day (August 11th). Each week features a unique theme, bringing campers a variety of exciting activities, including themed crafts, games, walking field trips, and more. Every week is designed to spark creativity, adventure, and fun!
June 23rd - June 27th: Magic Mathematicians (led by Mathnasium)
June 30th - July 3rd: Masterpiece Makers
July 7th - July 11th: Outdoor Adventurers
July 14th - July 18th: Ultimate All Stars
July 21st - July 25th: Time Travelers
July 28th - August 1st: Harvest Heroes
August 4th - August 8th: Ocean Explorers
August 12th - August 15th: Mad Scientists
August 18th - August 22nd: Chess Wizards (led by Chess Wizards)
Our Daily Schedule
8:30 AM: Campers arrive and are warmly welcomed on the Community Center’s patio.
9:00 AM: We kick off the day with a morning meeting, where we go over the day's exciting activities. A fun, themed game helps campers connect and get energized for the day ahead.
9:15 AM: Time for a morning snack (brought from home) at the Community Center’s picnic tables.
9:45 AM: When staffing allows, campers split into two age groups: Goslings (Grades K-2) and Geese (Grades 3-6). Each group participates in age-appropriate activities designed for engagement, creativity, and fun.
12:00 PM: We reunite in the Community Center’s theater for a break from the sun, a home-packed lunch, and a relaxing cool-down period.
1:30 PM: Campers separate once more, diving back into theme-based activities tailored to their age group.
3:30 PM: We gather for a home-packed afternoon snack and reflect on the day, sharing excitement about what’s ahead.
4:00 PM: Cleanup and dismissal. Families may pick up campers anytime between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM.
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Age Groups
When staffing allows, we will be dividing our 26 campers into two age-specific groups to ensure activities are tailored to their developmental levels. Each group will enjoy engaging, age-appropriate experiences designed for maximum fun and learning!
🟡 Kindergarten – 2nd Grade: Gaggle of Goslings
🔵 3rd Grade – 6th Grade: Gaggle of Geese
Jr. Counselor Program
As children start to reach the elder end of our age range, we have noted the importance of having role models to our younger students. We want to create opportunities for leadership for rising 5th and 6th graders who prove to be outstanding role models. Our Jr. Counselors will work alongside our staff and our K-2 “Gaggle of Goslings” 2 - 3 days during each of their regularly scheduled weeks.
We encourage any family with an enrolled 5th or 6th grader to apply by June 1st. Applications must include:
Completed Application Form
Letter of Recommendation (by a current school Teacher or Educator)
Optional: Interview with our Programs Manager
Sliding Scale Pricing
Starting with our 2025 Summer Camp season, we are excited to introduce a sliding scale pricing model to ensure that camp remains accessible and affordable for all families.
Our three-tier pricing structure is based on gross family income and household size, allowing us to provide fair and flexible tuition rates. This model is designed to support families who need financial assistance while maintaining the high-quality camp experience that every child deserves.
We are committed to making Summer Camp a welcoming and inclusive experience for all!
Registration
1️⃣ Submit a registration packet at the link below, along with a $50 holding deposit.
2️⃣ A team member will review your submission and confirm your registration via email within 5 business days.
3️⃣ Once confirmed, you will receive a QuickBooks invoice and a contract, both of which must be completed by June 23rd, 2025.
📅 Deadline: The last day to submit a registration packet is June 18th, 2025.
Registration will open as follows:
Full-Day Registration
After School Club Students: March 17th
Wilbur McMahon School Students: March 24th
Little Compton Year Round Residents: March 24th
*To clarify, the camper must be a Little Compton Year Round Resident*
Open to All: April 7th
Half-Day Registration
Open to All: May 5th
Frequently
Asked
Questions
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Families must supply and apply sunscreen at the beginning of the day. Campers will apply their own sunscreen throughout the day. Spray sunscreen and a face stick is the easiest to use. Hats are strongly recommended. A staff member will alert you if your child’s sunscreen runs out. Staff are not allowed to apply sunscreen to campers and instead serve as sunscreen coaches.
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We do not take traditional field trips. Instead, we take “walking” trips to the playground and Veteran’s Field multiple times per week.
Additionally, we have scheduled “drop-off” field trips where parents will drop off and pick-up their child at an alternate location within 10-minutes of our center. Since we will not be using buses, this is at no added cost to our Camp families.
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Yes! We will have “Water Play” multiple times a week. We will set up sprinklers, super soakers, Slip ‘N’ Slides, on our patio and yard to cool off on a hot summer day. Parents will be informed at the beginning of the week of what they should pack and when.
Your child does not need swimming experience or skills to engage in the “Water Play” portion of our program.
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Our activity schedule depends on the week’s theme, and which age group your child will be participating in. Every week, we will be taking walking trips to the playground, “Water Play” on the patio, and offering free play with our sports equipment and games.
We will also offer themed activities as well. Previous themed activities have included:
Galaxy Painting
Goldfish Bingo
Oobleck and Slime
Basketball Workshop
Invention Kits
And so much more!
We also work with a variety of “Special Guests” who bring exciting new programming and enthusiastic experts to our program. Vendors we’ve worked with in the past include:
Hope Alpaca Farm
Westport River Watershed Alliance
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Mad Science
Olympic Swimmer Elizabeth Beisel
Buttonwood Park Zoo