An independent day school located in Marblehead, serving pre-k through grade 8
Artists, athletes, foodies, techies, teachers and camp-loving college students form our dynamic team of camp counselors. Together, we've created six memorable weeks of summer fun, unique experiences and opportunities for campers ages 3-16 to create lasting memories.
See below to view detailed descriptions, dates and pricing for each of our camp offerings for the summer.
When you're ready to register, click the Register Today button to get started. For more details about Summer at Tower, including our Extended Day option, click the Check the Details button.
If you have questions, please reach us at 781-631-5800, or via email at summer@towerschool.org. We'll get right back to you.
Sincerely,
Allison Goodchild
Camp Director, Summer at Tower
P.S. Enter code MOREFUN to receive a $25 discount when you register for two or more weeks of Full-Day Explorer or Adventure camps; or a $15 discount when you register for two or more weeks of Half-Day Explorer camp.
Our Explorers Camp nurtures the creativity and excitement of childhood. All Explorers receive instructional swimming and recreational swimming each day. Camp days are filled with activities such as athletics, nature, drama, technology and arts & crafts.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Explorers Half Day, Week 1 July 2-6 $269
Explorers Half Day, Week 2 July 9-13 $304
Explorers Half Day, Week 3 July 16-20 $304
Explorers Half Day, Week 4 July 23-27 $304
Explorers Half Day, Week 5 July 30-August 3 $304
Explorers Half Day, Week 6 August 6-10 $304
Summer at Tower will be closed on July 4th.
HALF DAY HOURS
Mon–Fri 9 am–1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
CAPACITY PER HALF-DAY WEEK
3-4 year-old Explorers 20
5-9 year-old Explorers 150
Our Explorers Camp nurtures the creativity and excitement of childhood. All Explorers receive instructional swimming and recreational swimming each day. Camp days are filled with activities such as athletics, nature, drama, technology and arts & crafts.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Explorers Full Day, Week 1 July 2-6 $404
Explorers Full Day, Week 2 July 9-13 $454
Explorers Full Day, Week 3 July 16-20 $454
Explorers Full Day, Week 4 July 23-27 $454
Explorers Full Day, Week 5 July 30-August 3 $454
Explorers Full Day, Week 6 August 6-10 $454
Summer at Tower will be closed on July 4th.
FULL-DAY HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am–4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
100 Campers
CREATE. BUILD. EXPRESS YOURSELF.
Artists of all levels gain the skills needed to create art that sparks their interest and reflects their personal style. Campers choose between: woodworking, haunted house building, photography, performing arts, sewing, furniture painting and more. Campers take full advantage of Tower’s athletic fields and swimming pool to fuel their creativity and stay cool.
ARTS at TOWER IS A TWO-WEEK CAMP EXPERIENCE
Arts Session 1 July 2-13 $829.
Arts Session 2 July 16-27 $879.
Summer at Tower will be closed on July 4th.
ARTS HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am–4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
50 Campers
POWER YOUR SUMMER WITH S.T.E.A.M.
Maximize your love of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics in this innovative, hands-on, customizable camp experience. Oversee your science projects in our state-of-the-art science labs, design and construct a tailor-made robot, learn to code using visual programming tools, and develop your own filming style and editing skills to showcase your amazing work. Swimming and outdoor activities keep campers physically active and energized for more.
S.T.E.A.M. at TOWER IS A TWO-WEEK CAMP EXPERIENCE
S.T.E.A.M. Session 1 July 2-13 $829
S.T.E.A.M. Session 2 July 16-27 $879
Summer at Tower will be closed on July 4th.
S.T.E.A.M. HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am–4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
25 Campers
GRAB YOUR BACKPACK AND SET YOUR SIGHTS ON FUN.
Campers will spend the week chasing adventures and having fun. With a good blend of challenge and pure enjoyment, campers will embark on scavenger hunts, participate in rock climbing, ropes courses and hiking, they'll sharpen their aim at an archery range, and head to the coast for kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming!
Adventure at Tower–Classic Week is run by Chris Field—one of Tower School’s Physical Education teachers, plus Tower’s staff of experienced outdoor counselors.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Week 1 July 2-6 (no camp on July 4) $454
Week 3 July 16-20 $479
ADVENTURE HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am–4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
21 Campers
GET YOUR FEET WET!
Cool off in the summer heat with a whole week spent in and around the water! Fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, beaches, rowing, ferry boats, and even a trip to Water Country! Campers will use acquired skills to safely navigate their vessels through different waterways.
Adventure at Tower–Water Week is run by Chris Field—one of Tower School’s Physical Education teachers, plus Tower’s staff of experienced outdoor counselors.
REGISTRATION
Week 4 July 23-27 $479
ADVENTURE HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am-4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
21 Campers
GRAB YOUR BIKE, AND HEAD FOR THE TRAILS. Enjoy a week outdoors, dedicated to exploring bike paths together and promoting safe and responsible riding practices. Cyclists will load their bikes into a trailer and drive to different locations each day. We’ll ride 5-10 miles each morning, make a stop for lunch, and ride back. Campers can relax their tired legs, and cool off with an afternoon swim. Properly fitting and tuned bike encouraged, but arrangements could be made for a bike to be provided. Bicycle helmets are required.
Adventure at Tower–Cycling Week is run by Chris Field—one of Tower School’s Physical Education teachers, plus Tower’s staff of experienced outdoor counselors.
REGISTRATION
Week 2 July 9-13 $479
ADVENTURE HOURS
Mon–Th 9 am–4 pm
Fri 9 am-1 pm
EXTENDED DAY OPTIONS
Mon-Fri 8 am–9 am, $10 per day
Mon-Th 4 pm–5 pm, $10 per day
CAPACITY
21 Campers
YOU’VE NEVER DONE ANYTHING LIKE THIS BEFORE? PERFECT.
Adventure at Tower–Overnight campers experience four days/three nights camping and exploring in and around North Conway, NH. Campers will learn about campsite set-up, food prep and clean up. Week highlights include hiking, ropes course, water skiing, wake boarding and rafting.
Adventure at Tower–Overnight is run by Chris Field—one of Tower School’s Physical Education teachers, plus Tower’s staff of experienced outdoor counselors.
REGISTRATION
Week 5 July 30-August 2 $725.
ADVENTURE OVERNIGHT HOURS
Mon 9 am–Thurs 3 pm
CAPACITY
15 campers
MAINE IS CALLING! We'll explore Portland, ME and the surrounding area for four days/three nights of camping, coastal and lakeside experiences.
Our days will be spent on the the water--kayaking, waterskiing, and on a lobster boat hauling in the day's catch, and on land--discovering lighthouses. At night, we'll build a campfire, roast marshmallows, and enjoy the opportunity to be outdoors. Happy Camping!
Adventure at Tower–Overnight is run by Chris Field—one of Tower School’s Physical Education teachers, plus Tower’s staff of experienced outdoor counselors.
REGISTRATION
Week 6 August 6-August 9 $725.
ADVENTURE OVERNIGHT HOURS
Mon 9 am–Thurs 3 pm
CAPACITY
15 campers
Rising freshmen and sophmore students are ready for Tower’s Counselor-in-Training (C.l.T.) Program, geared toward building leadership skills in high school aged students. C.I.T.s attend leadership meetings, team-building exercises, and child development classes, then assist counselors to create an amazing day for young campers.
This is a full day program for CITs, ages 14 to 16
Week 1: July 2-July 6 $129
Week 2: July 9-13 $154
Week 3: July 16-20 $154
Week 4: July 23-27 $154
Week 5: July 30-August 3 $154
Week 6: August 6-10 $154
Summer at Tower is closed on July 4.
Mon-Th, 9 am–4 pm
Fri, 9 am–1 pm
This is a marvelous camp chock-full of treasured memories in the past, and future moments waiting to be experienced by campers and staff members.
Dan Do, former camper, C.I.T., and Counselor
S.T.E.A.M. experiment
Our Camp Overview page is a great place to look for information about the diverse backgrounds of our staff and counselors, our camp hours and extended day option.
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We had such a great time at camp this summer...thank you to everyone whose children made Summer at Tower 2018 the bustling, vibrant and creative summer camp experience it was. Throughout the fall and into the winter, we'll be busy making plans for the summer of 2019.
We'll publish our Summer at Tower 2019 camp registration page this winter. To be among the first to know, be sure to Like Summer at Tower's Facebook page.
See you soon!
