General programs for kids

• Ages 0–6
• Free
• Tue, Wed, Thu, 10:30 AM…

Wayne Public Library hosts free weekly Story Time programs for infants through kindergarteners in the Radnor area. Sessions include read-alouds, songs, and movement activities designed to build early literacy skills. Separate programs are offered for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

• Ages 3–15
• Varies by program; 5% discount for 6…
• Multiple days, Full day

Premier summer day camp at The Haverford School offering 60+ activities spanning sports, arts, science, engineering, technology, and life skills. Specialty camps include Jr. 76ers Basketball Camp (ages 6–17) and Phillies Baseball Academy (ages 6–14).

• Ages 5–18
• $80–$120/lesson
• Sat, Sun, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Held at the historic Devon Horse Show grounds, this youth riding program in Devon introduces children ages 5–18 to English equitation, horse care, and stable management. Weekly lessons progress through beginner walk-trot through jumping hunter/equitation courses. Students may show in the renowned Devon Horse Show & Country Fair each spring.

• Ages 2–14
• Contact for pricing
• Mon–Fri

Camp Kef is a traditional 8-week Jewish summer day camp for children ages 2 through 8th grade. The camp features swimming, sports, gymnastics, art, drama, and outdoor recreation in a safe, nurturing environment with early and late care options available.

• Ages 6–15
• Contact for pricing; optional aftercare…
• Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

Six-week summer day camp for children entering grades 1 through 9 at Radnor High School. Activities include arts and crafts, sports and games, swimming, performing arts, special events, and field trips. Optional aftercare from 3:00–5:00 PM daily.

• Ages 5–15
• Varies; financial aid and sibling…
• Multiple days, Full day

10-week summer day camp for children ages 5–15 at Camp Garrett. Activities include swimming, art, archery, sports, hiking, gardening, and a farm-to-table educational garden. Nonprofit with scholarships ensuring no child is turned away for financial hardship.

• Ages 6–14
• $75/week (1st child), $70/week (2nd)…
• Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Five-week summer day camp at Hilltop Park featuring arts and crafts, pickleball, 9-square, games, cooperative and competitive sports, Water Wednesdays, and Themed Thursdays. Open to rising 1st through 8th graders; no township residency required. Financial assistance available for township residents.

• Ages 5–14
• $280–$350/week
• Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Devon Arts Center Summer Camp provides week-long art-focused day camps for children ages 5–14 each July and August in Devon. Campers rotate through studio painting, ceramics, drawing, and digital art workshops led by working artists. Campers take home finished artwork and a portfolio at the end of each week.

• Ages 5–11
• Contact for pricing
• Mon–Fri, 3:30–6:00 PM

Award-winning after-school program (Best After Care, Best of Jewish Philadelphia 2022-2024) serving grades K-5. Includes transportation from local schools, dedicated homework time, and clubs in film, cooking, sports, and arts. Open Monday through Friday.

• Ages 10–15
• Contact for pricing

Youth sports camps for boys and girls in grades 5-9 at Devon Preparatory School. Sports include soccer, basketball, hockey, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, and more. Emphasis on developing loyalty, sportsmanship, perseverance, and leadership alongside athletic skills.

• Ages 5–15
• Contact for pricing; financial…

Summer day camp at the Phoenixville YMCA with daily activities including swimming, sports, arts and crafts, outdoor recreation, and fitness. A safe, fun, and enriching environment for children throughout the summer months.

• Ages 5–7
• Contact for pricing
• Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Week-long summer dance camps combining two movement classes, a music lesson, an interactive poetry session, and theme-related arts and crafts each day. Multiple weekly sessions in summer. A delightful creative experience for young children.

• Ages 5–14
• $250/week
• Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM

A week-long day camp for children held at township parks in the Bala Cynwyd area. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and games. Experienced staff supervise all activities in a safe outdoor setting.

• Ages 0–6
• Free
• Wed, 10:30 AM

Weekly story time program at the Tredyffrin Public Library's Paoli branch for young children in the Paoli community. Librarians read picture books, sing songs, and lead simple crafts to build early literacy skills. Free and drop-in friendly.

• Ages 5–12
• $350/week
• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM

Full-day summer day camp in Devon run by the Tredyffrin-Easttown Recreation Commission. Campers enjoy swimming, sports, arts and crafts, field trips, and team-building activities in a structured, fun environment. Before and after care options are available.

• Ages 4–17
• Free
• Ongoing, Library hours

Annual summer reading challenge at the Chester County Library branch in Malvern for children and teens. Participants log books, earn prizes, and attend special events including author visits and science demonstrations. The program encourages reading throughout the summer months.

• Ages 0–5
• Free
• Thu, 10:30 AM

Weekly story time for toddlers and preschoolers at the Conshohocken Free Library. Librarians read picture books and lead simple songs and movement activities that build early literacy and listening skills. The program is free and drop-in friendly for Conshohocken families.

• Ages 5–10
• Free
• Sat, 10:30 AM

Monthly reading club for elementary-age children at the historic Gladwyne Free Library. Children listen to a read-aloud, discuss the story, and complete a related craft project. The intimate group setting nurtures a love of books in a welcoming neighborhood library.

• Ages 5–17
• $60/season
• Varies, Varies

Multi-sport youth recreation programs at the Phoenixville Area Community Center, offering basketball, volleyball, and floor hockey leagues for kids. The PACC serves as a central hub for Phoenixville families seeking affordable recreational activities year-round. Scholarships are available for qualifying families.

• Ages 3–17
• Free
• Ongoing, Library hours

Summer reading program at the Phoenixville Public Library that encourages kids to read throughout the summer. Children track their reading minutes, attend special programs, and earn prizes as they hit milestones. The library hosts author visits, science demos, and storytelling events all summer.

• Ages 6–12
• Contact AACC at (610) 896-7256 for…
• Multiple days, 9:00 AM…

Annual summer day camp at the Ardmore Avenue Community Center. Children ages 6–12 participate in arts and crafts, games, group activities, and special events. One of the area's longest-running community programs.

• Ages 3–17
• Varies by program; contact for details

Year-round youth recreation programs at Conshohocken's Community Center at Fellowship House. Offerings include soccer, sports clinics, art classes, fitness, and summer camps. 57 spring programs and 21 summer camps available; register online or by phone.

• Ages 2–10
• Contact for drop-in pricing

Drop-in open play gym sessions for children ages 2-10 with a parent or guardian. Kids explore gymnastics equipment in a safe, supervised environment. Great for active toddlers and school-age kids looking for unstructured movement play.

• Multiple days, 7:00 PM

A yoga-inspired class for young children and their caregivers held at a cozy cake and playroom venue in Devon. A fun bonding activity for kids and accompanying adults.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

Weekly summer day camp held at Church Farm School offering swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, and weekly themes. Part of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine's network of ACA-accredited camps across Chester County.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

Weekly summer day camp offering swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, and weekly themes. Part of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine's network of ACA-accredited camps across Chester County.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

Weekly summer day camp offering swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, and weekly themes. Part of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine's network of ACA-accredited camps across Chester County.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

Weekly summer day camp offering swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, and weekly themes. Part of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine's network of ACA-accredited camps across Chester County.

• Wed, Fri, 11am

A regular storytime program for children held at the Narberth Library every Wednesday and Friday morning. Sessions run 30 minutes starting at 11am.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

A classic YMCA summer day camp experience located at Church Farm School in Exton, featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to members and non-members; financial assistance available.

• Ages 3–15
• 6pm

A classic YMCA summer day camp experience in West Chester Borough featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to members and non-members; financial assistance available.

• Ages 3–15
• 6pm

A classic YMCA summer day camp experience in Berwyn featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to members and non-members; financial assistance available.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly

A classic YMCA summer day camp experience in West Chester featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to members and non-members; financial assistance available.

• Ages 11–17
• $370/week…
• 10am

Hands-on culinary summer camps for young chefs ages 11+ in Paoli on the Main Line. Choose from Kids Can Cook!, Kids Can Bake!, and International Cooking Camp. Max 12 students per session for personal instruction. All food and supplies included. No demonstrations: every student cooks every recipe.

• Ages 1–5
• Varies; contact studio at 610-658-5284
• Ongoing program

Mommy-and-Me music enrichment program for toddlers and preschoolers at the Main Line School in Ardmore. Classes feature action songs, lullabies, seasonal chants, percussion instruments, and movement activities. A joyful, interactive introduction to music for young children and their caregivers.

• Ages 7–14
• Varies by session; contact for pricing
• Ongoing program

After-school cooking and baking classes for kids in Haverford using whole food ingredients in a certified kosher kitchen. Four-week seasonal sessions focus on healthy, real-food cooking. Also offers day camps, birthday parties, and private events. Kids ages 7+ learn practical culinary skills in a fun environment.

• Ages 2–14
• Varies by program
• Programs run each season…

Year-round youth programs including Soccer Shots, HappyFeet Soccer, Shining Knights Chess Club, Abrakadoodle Art Classes, Bricks 4 Kidz, Play-Well STEM, and Mad Science Workshops for children of all ages.

• Ages 5–17
• Varies by program
• Contact for current…

Educational, social, cultural and recreational programs for youth in Ardmore and surrounding Lower Merion communities, including arts and crafts, games, group activities, special events, and weekly day trips.

• Ages 3–15
• Varies by camp week and program
• Multiple days, 9:00 AM–4:00…

Summer day camps on the 30-acre Haverford School campus for ages 3–15, including traditional day camps, Multi-Sports Camp, Specialty STEAM Camps, Tennis Camp, Jr. 76ers Basketball Academy (ages 6–17), and Phillies Baseball Academy (ages 6–14).

• Ages 4–15
• Varies by session
• Multiple days, 9:00 AM–4:00…

Nurturing summer camp experience for kids ages 4–15 on the Haverford College campus, designed to help kids discover, explore, achieve, and navigate in a challenging but supportive environment.

• Ages 5–14
• Varies by program; some resident-only
• Programs by season…

Year-round youth programs including Radnor Champions Soccer, Tennis Clinics, Pickleball Clinics, Beginner Golf, Kids Introduction to Fishing, Fall Skateboarding, and the Radnor Day Camp for grades 1–9 featuring arts, sports, swimming, and field trips.

• Ages 2–17
• Varies; membership discounts available
• Programs run year-round…

Youth programs on a scenic 54-acre campus including dance (ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop), swim lessons and swim team, gymnastics, theater academy, environmental & STEM education, racquet sports, youth sports leagues, and summer day camp for children of all ages.

• Ages 3–13
• Varies by week and camp type
• Multiple days, 9:00 AM–3:00…

9 weeks of summer camp June–August for boys and girls ages 3–13, including Falcon Camp (arts, crafts, outdoor games, nature), Math Camp, Emotions Explorers Camp (inspired by Inside Out), and more specialty weekly programs.

• Ages 3–17
• Varies; membership discounts available
• Programs run year-round…

Comprehensive youth programs including swim lessons, swim team, gymnastics team, karate, sports leagues, dance, fitness activities, and summer day camp for children and teens.

• Ages 5–17
• Free or low-cost; contact for details
• After-school programs during…

Grass-roots nonprofit serving Phoenixville youth through academic enrichment (New Direction and Fast Forward after-school programs for elementary and middle schoolers), social development, and athletic programming including S.A.F.E. Summer Camp and summer basketball league.

• Ages 4–17
• Varies by program
• Programs offered each…

Year-round youth programs at the Community Center at the Fellowship House including sports camps and clinics (soccer, basketball, lacrosse, flag football, golf), arts and crafts classes, and seasonal fitness programs for children and teens.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly rates…

A classic summer day camp experience located at Church Farm School in Exton, featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to all kids ages 3–15 with member and financial assistance discounts available.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly rates…

A classic summer day camp experience in West Chester Borough featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to all kids ages 3–15 with member and financial assistance discounts available.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly rates…

A classic summer day camp experience in Berwyn featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to all kids ages 3–15 with member and financial assistance discounts available.

• Ages 3–15
• Weekly rates…

A classic summer day camp experience in West Chester featuring swimming, field games, arts & crafts, songs, weekly themes, and off-site field trips. Open to all kids ages 3–15 with member and financial assistance discounts available.