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SUMMER @ MANITOU 2026

5 weeks starting June 29, 2026 | Monday - Friday | 9 AM - 3 PM
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​AGES 3-5 or AGES 6-8 or RISING 6TH-10TH GRADERS*​
*Budding Leaders program for current Manitou students and alumni only. More info soon!
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​Our world is full of things that are unbelievably tiny – and things so enormous they're hard to imagine.
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This summer, we'll zoom in on the smallest creatures, dig into seeds and spores, and lookup at the biggest skies we've ever seen.
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Through art, science, gardening, and play, together we'll discover that the most amazing things come in every size!
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WEEK 1:
BUG CITY
June 29 - July 3, 2026 | $450
The smallest creatures run the world! This week we'll explore the secret lives of insects: their cities, their superpowers, and what they do for us.
WEEK 2:
MAJESTIC GIANTS
July 6 - July 10, 2026 | $450
From towering redwoods to the blue whale, some things take your breath away just by existing. This week we celebrate the biggest, most magnificent living things on Earth.
WEEK 3:
SEEDS & SPORES
July 13 - July 17, 2026 | $450
The tiniest things can become the tallest trees! This week we'll get our hands dirty exploring how plants, fungi, and flowers grow from almost nothing.
WEEK 4:
STARRY NIGHTS
July 20 - July 24, 2026 | $450
Look up! The night sky is full of stories, science, and mystery. This week we'll explore constellations, rockets, and what lies beyond our little planet.
WEEK 5:
MINIATURE WORLDS
July 27 - July 31, 2026 | $450
What if you could build a whole world inside a shoebox? This week we create tiny landscapes, dioramas, and imaginary places full of detail and wonder.
Dates & Rates
There are 5 week-long sessions over the summer, starting June 29th. The registration fee for each week is $450.
Please note that we do not offer extended day programming or aftercare.
Registration
A $150 non-refundable deposit per week will be due upon registration. You can also pay upfront. Full payment will be automatically charged on April 10th, 2026.
Health & Safety
Families are required to share allergy and medical condition information, and health and immunization records upon registration. Our staff greatly appreciates working in partnership with families to ensure the summer is safe.
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