Find program dates, hours, pricing, transportation options, and enrollment details for Summerplace (Grades 1–9) below. Programs run Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with extended-hour options available for an additional fee.
All pricing is per weekly session unless otherwise noted.
| Standard Rate | Early Registration** | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1* | Jun. 29–Jul. 2* | $515 | $465 |
| Week 2 | Jul. 6–Jul. 11 | $640 | $575 |
| Week 3 | Jul. 13–Jul. 17 | $640 | $575 |
| Week 4 | Jul. 20–Jul. 24 | $640 | $575 |
| Week 5 | Jul. 27–Jul. 31 | $640 | $575 |
| Week 6 | Aug. 3–Aug. 7 | $640 | $575 |
| All six weeks | Jun. 29–Aug. 7 | $3,345 | $3,010 |
Extended Hours
Supervision before and after regular program hours is available for participants in the Summer Place programs. Summer Place counselors provide supervision. Campers receive snacks and juice and have an opportunity to participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Extended hours run from 7:15–8:15 a.m. and 4:30–6 p.m.
| 7:15–8:15 a.m. | 4:30–6 p.m. | |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 (No camp Jul. 3) | $55 | $80 |
| Week 2-6 | $70 | $100 |
| All six weeks | $405 | $580 |
The Learning Zone
The Learning Zone is an enrichment course option offered to Summer Place campers who could benefit from small-group academic instruction in reading, math, written expression, and study skills. The class is offered to students entering grades one through four. Groups meet in a relaxed, air-conditioned space that is highly conducive to learning.
The Learning Zone Prices
| Weeks 1 (No camp Jul. 3) | $80 |
| Week 2-6 | $100 |
The State of Connecticut licenses summer Place programs. Summer Place is a member of the Connecticut Camping Association.
Bus Service
Bus transportation (by Dattco) is offered on three separate routes, with a total of 10 stops at convenient locations throughout Greater Hartford. Service on these centrally located buses is FREE of charge.
We also provide door-to-door bus service to West Hartford residents for a fee. Every effort is made to ensure a safe ride and minimize the time spent on the bus. Summer Place counselors supervise the campers on each bus.
Note: Bus space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is strongly encouraged. Bus times are subject to change by DATTCO.
| Bus Stop/Pick-Up | A.M. | P.M. |
|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Park (near the boathouse), 300 Welles Street, Glastonbury | 7:20 | 5:49 |
| Wethersfield Shopping Center (left side), Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield | 7:33 | 5:31 |
| Newington High School, Willard Avenue, Newington | 7:53 | 5:10 |
| Sigourney Street Station, Platform D, Hawthorne Street, Hartford | 8:15 | 4:45 |
| Bus Stop/Pick-Up | A.M. | P.M. |
|---|---|---|
| Shoppes at Farmington Valley, Rte 44, Barnes & Noble back parking lot, Canton | 7:37 | 5:25 |
| Sperry Park, Entrance Parking Lot, Route 10, Avon | 7:47 | 5:10 |
| Iron Horse Boulevard Commuter Lot, rear Drake Hill Mall, Simsbury | 7:58 | 5:00 |
| Northwest Catholic High School, Atrium, West Hartford | 8:12 | 4:40 |
| Bus Stop/Pick-Up | A.M. | P.M. |
|---|---|---|
| Wolcott Park–New Britain Avenue (43 Wolcott Road Parking Lot) | 7:56 | 4:57 |
| Bishops Corner–Behind Marshalls | 8:11 | 4:43 |
Door-to-door bus service is for West Hartford residents. Exact pick-up and drop-off times will be scheduled and sent to you approximately one week before the start of each session.
Door-to-Door Bus Prices:
| Weeks 1 (No camp Jul. 3) | $140 |
| Week 2-6 | $175 |
| All six weeks | $1,015 |
Please call the Summer Place bus supervisor’s line with any questions at 860-768-4402.
Lunch and Snacks
Campers may either bring their own brown-bag lunch each day or purchase a prepaid bag lunch for the whole session, with a beverage, prepared by the University of Hartford’s food service company, Aramark. Gluten-free and allergen-free lunch options are available upon request. All lunches are refrigerated.
| Weeks 1 (No camp July 3) | $44 |
| Week 2-6 | $55 |
| All six weeks | $319 |
Monday
- Turkey and cheese sandwich
- Chips
- Carrot dippers with ranch
- Clementine
Tuesday
- Chicken and cheese quesadilla with salsa
- Pretzels
- Jello
- Fruit Salad
Wednesday
- Chicken nuggets with barbecue sauce
- Cookies
- String cheese
- Banana
Thursday
- Cheeseburgers
- Yogurt
- Apples
- Pretzels
Friday
- Cheese pizza
- Watermelon
- Chips
- Cookies
Scholarships
Summer Place offers scholarship assistance in conjunction with certain local school districts.
Please reach out to your child’s school administration to see if scholarship opportunities may be available for your child, and for information on how to apply.
Flex Plans
If your employer offers a Flexible Compensation program under Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code, Summer Place fees may be considered dependent-care expenses that are not subject to either withholding or Social Security taxes.