Preschool Camp

Preschool campers will be immersed in games, crafts, music, stories, fun learning opportunities, and more!

At our preschool day camp, your child will have the opportunity to make new friends, develop skills, and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment. We look forward to welcoming your child to our camp and providing them with an unforgettable summer experience! Preschool Campers will be immersed in crafts, games, music, stories, imaginative play and fun! We’ll even get movin’ on the playground and take a dip in the wading pool.

Children must be 3 years old by their first week of camp & fully toilet trained. Children do not need to know how to swim to participate.

Need an extra hour of care? Pack a nut-free lunch and sign up for Lunch Bunch to start early at 12:00pm for the PM session or end late at 1:00pm for the AM session.

Camp Options (half-day only)
Mon–Fri: 9:00am–12:00pm
Mon–Thurs: 1:00pm–4:00pm
Lunch Bunch add-on (pack a lunch): 12:00pm–1:00pm

Summer 2026

Register before March 31, 2026 to secure your free camp t-shirt!

June 22-26: Under The Sea
Plunge into an ocean of excitement and exploration during our underwater-themed week! Designed to immerse your child into the magical world of what lies beneath, each day is a new journey into the deep blue, where your camper will do exciting activities, arts and crafts that bring the ocean to life, and have plenty of fishy fun! Your camper will love discovering the creatures that live in the deep. Join us for a whale of a good time!

June 29-July 3: Beach Buddies
Pack your sunscreen and get ready for an adventure! Our Beach Buddies camp brings the magic of the shore to your preschooler’s summer with fun in the sun. Little ones will dig into imaginative play as they explore sandy beaches, discover colorful sea creatures, and embark on tropical island adventures right here at camp. From creating seashell art and building with kinetic sand to making patriotic art to celebrate the USA, every day is filled with coastal crafts and creative play. Join us for sun, smiles, and beach buddy memories!

July 6-10: A-Camping We Will Go!
This week is full of fun, laughter, and creativity as we dive into a world of exciting camping crafts, playful games, and roasting play marshmallows! Your camper will create colorful, nature-inspired crafts, and sing campfire songs (alongside a toy campfire!). Grab your backpacks, strap on those adventure hats, and lace up your shoes! Together we’ll laugh, explore, and create memories. From campfires to poolside fun, let’s make this summer one to remember!

July 13-17: Palette Pals
Get ready to create and explore! Campers will get a chance to discover the joy of art through hands-on activities and creative play, experimenting with painting, drawing, and crafting using a variety of colorful materials. Each day brings new opportunities to make something special, from painted pictures to 3D art. Your artists will explore different mediums like markers, paint, glue, and paper while learning to express their unique vision. Whether they’re making a masterpiece or just enjoying the process of creating, your child will build confidence in their artistic abilities!

July 20-24: Dreamland Adventure
Calling all superheroes and cartoon fans! Our Dreamland Adventure camp brings your child’s favorite characters to life through play and activities. Little adventurers will explore magical worlds, go on superhero missions, and create their own amazing crafts inspired by beloved characters from their favorite shows, movies, and books. Each day is filled with character-themed activities and crafts, and chances to be brave, kind, and creative just like the heroes they love most. Join us for a week of action, imagination, and dreamland fun!

July 27-31: Lego Mania!
Ready, set, build! This week is all about Legos, Legos, and MORE Legos! At our Lego camp your camper will have the chance to build and play with colorful Legos of different sizes and shapes. We will play with Legos, build with Legos, and make Lego art masterpieces. Legos that are huge, Legos that are small… it doesn’t matter, we’ll use them all! Grab your building hats, bring your imagination, and let’s construct a week where every snap and stack leads to happy faces.

August 3-7: Little Lassos
Welcome to Little Lassos, where country western fun meets preschool play! Campers will explore the exciting world of the wild west through songs, stories, and kinetic activities. Little ones will design their own boots, make western hats, and maybe a sheriff badge, too. They’ll discover farm animals, craft with hay, and imagine life on the range. From toe-tapping music to playground exploration, campers will experience the spirit of the west in a playful way. Join us for a week filled with country charm and adventure!

August 10-14: Rumble in the Jungle!
This will be a week of untamed fun as we embark on an exciting safari adventure! Your child will discover the wonders of the jungle through hands-on activities, themed arts and crafts, story time, and interactive experiences. Little explorers will learn about the incredible animals and nature that make the jungle so captivating. We’ll be crafting animal masks, learning songs, and pretending to swing like monkeys, roar like lions and stomp like elephants. Let the adventure begin, where new friendships are made and imaginations soar.

August 17-21: To Infinity and Beyond!
Blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure through space and our solar system! Little astronauts will make rocket ships, paint planets, and make starry crafts while learning about the moon, stars, and space exploration. Each day includes cosmic games, space stories, and imaginative play as campers pretend to float in zero gravity and travel to distant galaxies. Whether they’re building alien friends or decorating astronaut helmets, your child will explore the universe through creativity and fun. Strap in for a week of stellar adventures and cosmic discoveries!

August 24-28 (AM Camp Only): Ahoy Mateys!
Shiver me timbers, all hands are needed aboard the grand ship Samena! All young pirates and pixies are welcome to join the crew, and there’s a treasure chest of fun waiting for everyone. There’ll be sparkling pixie dust and gleaming pirate gold, and excitement around every corner with crafting, playing, and swashbuckling fun! Make yer own pirate hats and treasure maps, discover secret islands, and lend an ear to tales o’ the sea. No pirate adventure would be complete without walkin’ the plank – whether ye be a brave swimmer or a landlubber, our wading pool awaits to cool yer toes. Anchors aweigh!

Contact
Preschool – preschool@samena.com
Rebecca Luke, Children’s Program Director – rebeccal@samena.com

Registration & Cancellation Policies

Weekly Cost (Half-Day Only):

Samena Members
Mon – Fri (AM): $185
Mon – Thurs (PM): $155
Lunch Bunch: $74 weekly, $16 daily

Camp Program Members
Mon – Fri (AM): $244 + $50 summer program member fee
Mon – Thurs (PM): $207 + $50 summer program member fee
Lunch Bunch: $89 weekly, $20 daily

• Apply sunscreen before camp, bring a refillable water bottle, and wear swimsuit under clothes.
  • UV rash guards or swim shirts are a great option for little ones who might be sensitive to sun during our swimming time.
• Pack a snack, and if signed up for Lunch Bunch also pack a lunch (nut free please!).
• Preschool campers must be potty trained before attending camp.

My child won’t be 3 years old until part way through the summer – Can they still enroll in this camp?

If the child turns 3 years old after the summer starts, they can attend any weeks of Preschool Camp that start after they have turned 3. Additionally, if a child has just turned 6 years old and feels more comfortable in a half-day program, they are still welcome to attend Preschool Camp instead of Day Camp.

My child isn’t potty trained yet – Do you make any exceptions to that rule?

Children must be potty trained to attend the Preschool Camp.  No exceptions can be made.

How can preschool age children swim during camp if they don’t know how to swim?

Our Wading Pool is only 1.5 – 2 feet deep, so kids can play in the pool without the water going above their heads. We provide toys for the campers to play with in the pool.
The counselors will be supervising, and it is always lifeguarded. Please note that swimming time for Preschool Camp does not include swim lessons.  If for some reason your camper will not be swimming, please plan to pick them up 30 minutes earlier than the camp end time.

How do the children get ready for swimming?

Please send your campers with their swimsuits underneath their clothing and bring a towel with you to pick-up. If you are staying for Lunch Bunch, please pack a towel or robe.

What is your child to counselor ratio?

Per state guidelines, our child to counselor ratio is 10:1 at most, although typically we try to stay closer to 8:1, and depending on registration, it can be lower.

What if my child needs to take medicine during camp?

No problem! Once we send out invites to our forms & attendance platform in early June, just fill out the Child Care Medication Authorization Form and upload it to your child’s ProCare profile or email directly to childrens@samena.com. Please bring medication in a zip-loc bag and make sure the medication is clearly labeled with the child’s name, medication name and administration instructions (dosage and time).

What are your registration, cancellation, and transfer policies?

Summary

• Parents can put down a non-refundable $50 deposit to reserve each camp week for each camper, or payment in full can be made at the time of enrollment.
• Deposits and registration fees are non-refundable/non-creditable. A credit card saved on file to your Samena account is required in order to put down deposits to hold your camper’s spot.
• Balances are due 2 weeks before the camp week’s start date & will be paid automatically with your card on file.
• Cancellations must be requested at least 2 weeks before the camp week’s start date, via our cancel request form. If the cancellation request is submitted in time and you have paid for that week in full already, you will receive a credit/refund for the amount less the $50 deposit.
• Prior to Sunday, May 24, 2026, deposits may be transferred to a new camp week (for the same camper, within the same camp) based on availability.  As of Monday, May 25, and any day forward, deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Any transfer requests must be made in writing by email to frontd@samena.com.

Click here for full details – Policies must be accepted/signed during the registration process.

How will I sign my camper in and out each day?

All children must be signed in and out each day by their parent or an authorized adult.  You will receive an invitation to our attendance and communication platform  (Procare) in early June, prior to the start of summer. The platform will provide the parent with a secure PIN to be used on our parent kiosk in order to sign your camper in and out each day. 

Please pick-up your child promptly. Regular camp day ends at 12:00pm (1pm for Lunch Bunch) or 4:00pm. A $25.00 fee is charged for each 10-minute increment that you are late. 

How do I turn in the emergency medical information and waiver packet for my camper?

This year, Samena Camps are using a new forms & attendance platform called Procare. In early June, all campers will be emailed an invitation to create a profile linked to our camps. This will include all the forms and documents needed before you child may attend camp.

What is your policy if my child hits, kicks, or inappropriately touches another child or staff member?

We understand that children are still learning, however we do have a no-tolerance policy when it comes to violence, inappropriate touch and/or language. We make it a point to explain rules on the first day of camp so everyone can know what to expect and be set up for success. Additionally, our counselors are trained to use de-escalation strategies and communication to help children work through issues or frustrations appropriately. When that doesn’t work, our Lead Counselors, Camp Coordinator, and/or Camp Director are always accessible to step in and assist. If the above steps are not successful, you may be asked to pick up your child early. Please see our Code of Conduct for more specifics.