Summer Programs
Summer Programs
TKC K-2 Crew
A full day camp experience – for incoming Kindergarten through 2nd graders – complete with daily enrichment, a weekly field trip, 3 days of afternoon swimming at Patton Park pool, and a weekly performance by Stage 284 workshop participants.
Ages Incoming K-2nd grade
Daily Hours 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Registration Fee $50/registration fee, one per child for all summer programs at TCH (not applied to tuition)
Weekly Cost $450/registration payment or $150 deposit before 4/1 $485/registration after 4/1
*Weeks 2 and 11 are short weeks and have their associated costs listed in the description.
Balance due the week prior to program start. Final payment will be charged to card on file.
TKC 3-5 Crew
A full day camp experience – for incoming 3 through 5th graders – complete with daily enrichment, a weekly field trip, 3 days of afternoon swimming at Patton Park pool, and a weekly performance by Stage 284 workshop participants.
Ages Incoming 3-5th grade
Daily Hours 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Registration Fee $50/registration fee, one per child for all summer programs at TCH (not applied to tuition)
Weekly Cost $450/registration payment or $150 deposit before 4/1 $485/registration after 4/1 *Weeks 2 and 11 are short weeks and have their associated costs listed in the description
Balance due the week prior to program start. Final payment will be charged to card on file.
Stage 284 Little Lights
Little Lights offers space for our youngest actors to explore their love of performing arts! This workshop culminates in a 20–30 minute showcase featuring a medley of songs and scenes built around a fun, inspiring theme.
Ages Incoming 1-5th grade
Daily Hours 8:30 am – 3:30 pm* after camp care available fork-5th graders in our Hamilton location until 5:30pm
Registration Fee $50/registration fee, one per child for all summer programs at TCH (not applied to tuition)
Weekly Cost $475/with a $155 deposit or payment on registrations before 4/1
$525/all registrations after 4/1
*Weeks 2 and 11 are short weeks and have their associated costs listed in the description.
Balance due the week prior to program start. Final payment will be charged to card on file.
Stage 284 Rising Stars
Rising Stars offers a full theatrical experience in a condensed format. Throughout this two-week process, young actors work together to bring a story to life with sets, lighting, props, and costumes!
Ages Incoming 1-5th & 3-8th grade
Daily Hours 8:30 am – 3:30 pm* after camp care available for k-5th graders in our Hamilton location until 5:30pm
Registration Fee $50/registration fee, one per child for all summer programs at TCH (not applied to tuition)
Program Cost $950/with a $155 deposit or payment on registrations before 4/1
$1050/all registration after 4/1
Balance due the week prior to program start. Final payment will be charged to card on file.
Stage 284 Teen Intensive
This advanced program is designed for passionate actors ready to take on a full-scale musical. Over two weeks, students will immerse themselves in a powerful story.
Ages Incoming 8-12th grade
Daily Hours 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration Fee $50/registration fee, one per child for all summer programs at TCH (not applied to tuition)
Program Cost $950/with $155 deposit or payment for registrations before 4/1
$1050/all registration after 4/1
Balance due the week prior to program start. Final payment will be charged to card on file.Join us for summer fun and choose your adventure!
TKC offers enrichment programs for incoming K–5th graders with hands-on activities that spark curiosity and confidence. Stage 284 provides theater workshops in voice, dance, and acting for a fun glimpse into the world of performance. Both programs offer safe, supportive spaces where kids can explore, imagine, and grow.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Don’t miss the early registration discounts see details in program descriptions.
- Stage 284 Summer Programs follow all TKC handbook policies and procedures; For all camp policies, download the parent handbook.
- Apply for financial assistance with our online form.
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Mystery Detectives
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 1
Date June 22-26
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Adventure
Calling all super sleuths! During Mystery Detectives Week, campers become real investigators, solving puzzles, decoding secret messages, and cracking camp-wide mysteries. Using iPads, they’ll dive into fun, age-appropriate mystery and logic games, building teamwork and critical-thinking skills along the way. Each day brings its own twist: Tuesdays are Sweet Treat Day, afternoons include cool swim time at the Patton Park Pool, Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip adventures, and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.. It’s a thrilling week of mystery, creativity, and collaboration, perfect for curious minds ready to crack the case!Field Trip: Rock Climbing @ Gordon College
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Sports Camp
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 2
Date June 29-July 2
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Sports
This energetic Sports week focuses on teamwork, communication, and creative play through fun, inclusive games. Campers sharpen memory and reasoning skills in the Alibi Game, work together silently during Birthday Line Up challenges, and burn energy with classic favorites like Blob Tag. They’ll also build trust and cooperation through group challenges such as the Human Knot, practice clear communication in a Blind Obstacle Course, and unleash creativity by designing and playing their own game in Invent-a-Sport. Activities are non-threatening, age-appropriate, and designed to help campers build confidence, social skills, and teamwork, all while staying active and having fun. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a superhero-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring Sweet Treat Day; and Friday this week we will be closed in observation of July 4th.Week 2 Cost:
$210 for early registration with a deposit or payment made by 4/1
$240 all registrations after 4/1
Field Trip: Hoods Pond Topsfield
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or schedulingPage load link
Code Breakers
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 3
Date July 6-10
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Stem
Kids are introduced to coding concepts in a fun, age-appropriate way—no experience needed! Campers start with unplugged coding by creating binary bead bracelets, learning how computers use 0s and 1s to share information. They then explore visual block coding, using beginner-friendly platforms to make characters move or tell simple stories. The day wraps up with game design thinking, where students design their own mazes and practice logic, sequencing, and “if/then” rules. This activity builds problem-solving, creativity, and confidence with technology in a supportive, hands-on environment. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: Nova Adventure Park
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Digital Art & Animation
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 4
Date July 13-17
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Stem
Campers explore creativity and technology through hands-on digital art projects. They’ll learn digital drawing basics by tracing and coloring images, experiment with stop-motion animation using clay or LEGOs to create short videos, and have fun with photo editing by adding effects and props to silly portraits. This playful, guided experience builds creativity, fine motor skills, and confidence with digital tools in a safe, age-appropriate setting. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: In The Game-Peabody
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Dream Factory
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 5
Date July 20-24
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Arts & Crafts
A week of projects based on interests: jewelry, crocheting, woodwork, building, clay modeling. Kids explore hands-on art and design through a variety of creative crafts. They’ll make friendship bracelets and beaded jewelry, learn the basics of finger crocheting with yarn, and experiment with clay sculpture by building coil pots or small creations. This calming, creative session builds fine motor skills, patience, and self-expression while giving kids artwork they’re proud to take home. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: Joppa Flats-Newburyport
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Video Game Tournament
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 6
Date July 27-31
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Stem
Campers explore strategy, teamwork, and sportsmanship through games kids love. They’ll warm up with classic board games to practice planning and decision-making, then work together in a team speed-run challenge using age-appropriate video games. The day ends with a friendly video game tournament that emphasizes cooperation, positive competition, and cheering for others. This session builds critical thinking, communication, and respectful gaming habits in a fun, supervised environment. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: Movie-TBD
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Movie Makers
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 7
Date Aug 3-7
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Performing arts
During this exciting week, Video Explorers is a fun, hands on video camp where kids learn how TV shows are made. Campers explore a working video studio, learn how cameras, microphones, and lights work, and collaborate to create their own short videos. No experience needed, just curiosity and creativity. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: TBD
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Music Mash Up
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 8
Date Aug 10-14
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Performing arts
Kids explore rhythm, sound, and creativity through hands-on music activities. They’ll build and play instruments in a recycled percussion orchestra, create their own beats using simple digital music tools, and discover the magic of movie sound effects as Foley artists. This fun, interactive session builds musical confidence, creativity, and listening skills while introducing both hands-on and digital music-making. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: TBD
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Build It Up
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 9
Date Aug 17-21
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Arts & Crafts
Campers learn basic woodworking skills in a safe, hands-on environment. They start with measuring mastery, practicing accuracy with rulers and squares, then move on to simple construction by building a small wood structure. Finally, they add a personal touch by creating custom signs through sanding, painting, and decorating. This session develops precision, patience, creativity, and confidence with tools in a fun, supervised setting. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: TBD
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
The Tinker Lab
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 10
Date Aug 24-28
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Stem
This hands‑on week invites campers into the Tinker Lab, where imagination meets engineering. Using LEGO robotics and a variety of building materials, campers will design, construct, and experiment as they bring their ideas to life. It’s a fun, curiosity driven week full of problem‑solving, teamwork, and inventive play, perfect for kids who love to build, explore, and tinker. Each day brings something special: Tuesdays are Special Snack Day, where we’ll make a camping-themed treat; two to three afternoons each week include cool-down time at the Patton Park Pool; Wednesdays feature our exciting field trip day; Thursdays bring a Sweet Treat Day; and Fridays wrap up the week with a Friday Fun Theme.Field Trip: Bowling-Gloucester
*All field trips may change due to weather and/or scheduling
Big Fun Finale
Program TKC 3-5 Crew
Week Week 11
Date Aug 31- Sept 2
Grades 3, 4, 5
Location Hamilton
Interest Adventure
Students wrap up the summer with three special days that highlights creativity, teamwork, and fun. The celebration includes a showcase of student work, collaborative team challenges, and a festive outdoor gathering to mark the end of a successful summer program.Week 11 Cost:
$120 for early registration with a deposit or payment made by 4/1
$145 all registrations after 4/1
Field Trip: None this week, camp is on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday only.
Under the Sea
Program Stage 284 Little Lights
Week Week 1
Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Date June 22-26
Location Hamilton
Interest Performing arts
Make a splash this summer in our ocean-inspired musical theater workshop! Students will dive into the world of singing, dancing, and acting while exploring an imaginative under-the-sea theme. Composers: Little Mermaid, Alan Menken; Nemo, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez; Once On This Island, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty; and more!What Happens Each Day:
- Learn fun choreography.
- Discover how to use their natural voices to project.
- Practice songs from beloved sea-themed musicals and movies.
- Create ocean-themed crafts and props to bring their performances to life.
- Actors will be part of a showcase at the end of the week-long program wearing a Stage 284 t-shirt.
After Camp Care
Register for after camp care to extend your day to 5:30 pm.
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