Summer in the City

Three little girls on a slide

Let us inspire, entertain, and engage your student this summer! Our range of fun and dynamic camps, classes, and field trips are designed to get kids learning, moving, and exploring.

2027 Camp Dates: May 31 - July 302026 was a blast, and we're already planning for 2027! We will share more details in January 2027, and registration will open Monday, February 1. In the meantime, follow us on Instagram @summerinthecitystpauls for news, announcements, and a look back at the summer fun in 2026!

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There's no requirement to be a currently enrolled St. Paul's school year student. We welcome any campers between age 3 through 8th grade for fun in the heart of Kansas City! 

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Parents enjoy the flexible City Camp options to suit a range of summer schedules, and students love discovering new interests in our diverse specialty classes. Whether a student wants to make some sculpture, dive into the world of Harry Potter, learn about cuisines from around the world, or play sports all day, there's a camp for everyone! Questions? Reach out to SITC@speds.org today!

City Camp Vs. Specialty Camps

A little boy rides a tricycle on a playground

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An art teacher showing two students how to do a painting activity

At Little Van Goghs Camp, students will explore the works of Van Gogh, Kadinsky, Seurat, Harring, and more! We will study these artists and then create our own works using their techniques.

A group of middle school students get messy making dog treats to donate to a local pet nonprofit

Campers with a big heart will participate in community service projects, both on and off campus. Potential activities including volunteering at a local food pantry, caring for animal shelter pets, and gardening at a community urban garden, just to name a few.

Two boys holding wands and preparing to wizard duel.

At Harry Potter camp, students will attend Hogwarts Kansas City to study topics including fantastic beasts, potions, Hogwarts USA history, and dueling.

A pair of St. Paul's campers slide down a slide in princess costumes.

During Princess Adventure Camp, campers embrace their inner royalty with activities like designing crowns and wands, playing royal-themed games, and enjoying stories about different fairytale princesses.

A young girl dressed up like a superhero

At the Superhero Training Academy, young heroes-in-the-making create their own superhero identities and discover the true qualities that make someone a hero! Through fun and interactive activities, kids develop their unique superpowers, face exciting mock missions, and learn the importance of teamwork, courage, and integrity. They design their own costumes, train their strength and agility, and embark on heroic adventures, all while discovering real-life heroes in their community and beyond!

Three school age boys holding drum sticks

Inspired by the Broadway show, Stomp, we will make music and create movement using everyday items from around the school. This high-energy week culminates with a performance created by students. Warning: we sometimes make big noises and big messes!

A pair of 4th grade campers enjoy the delicious baked treats they made in Breakfast Bunch summer camp.

During City Market Chefs camp, students travel to NKC’s popular City Market, learn how to pick out the best produce, identify creative ways to cook healthy, and enjoy the art of cooking! On Friday, students present a cooking show for parents and friends!

What is summer without a little water play? A Toddler camper jumps into a splash pad on the St. Paul's playground.

What is summer without a little water play? A Toddler camper jumps into a splash pad on the St. Paul's playground.

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