Schools and Academic Support Guide

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet School is holding eight-week summer sessions (Jun 3 to Jul 27).  Weekly classes and weeklong workshops in ballet, pointe, and jazz. Ages 4 to 18.  Registration begins Mar 15. 

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Folklórico is holding seven-week summer sessions (Jun 8 to Jul 27). Classes every Saturday for ages 5 to 18. Registration begins March 15.

Kindergarten, Elementary School

Santa Fe’s most active and enriched summer camp for K to 7th grade, in operation for more than 37 years. Provides age-appropriate outdoor field trips, including rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, survival skills, gardening, cooking, science, art, and yoga, Friday field trips and more. Weekly camps start May 27 and end Aug 9. For working parents’ convenience, we operate from 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. at no extra charge.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

Darruma’s summer camp includes jiu jitsu, yoga, art, and outdoor play. We learn the forms and philosophy of jiu jitsu through technique, specific training, and sparring. Studying yoga, kids experience the benefits of body awareness through stretching, strength exercises, and stillness. Process-oriented art projects give kids a chance to play freely with materials and deepen their creative capacity. From Darruma, we walk to local parks to play, explore, and see how accessible rich outdoor experiences can be. We look forward to deepening our relationship with this community as we connect and grow together.

Elementary School, Middle School

Through the arts, children learn to think creatively and build confidence, and are challenged to solve problems while developing their ability to focus. Enrollment is open for our in-studio summer camp and our no-school art days when there is no school. You can celebrate creatively with customized art birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and get-togethers with family in the studio. Enroll yourself or your child to discover your inner artist. Custom art classes stimulate imagination, creativity, and experimentation with a wide range of art media and materials to inspire the art zone through life.

Elementary School, Middle School

Good manners will always open the door to opportunity. Build a foundation of self confidence, kindness, and thoughtful awareness. Empower your child (or yourself) to navigate social and academic encounters with ease. Topics include: first impressions, introductions, handshakes, thank-you notes, techie tweens, conversation skills, interview prep, public speaking, dining skills, and more. Bespoke private, group, and family sessions from ages 5 and up. Classes are lovingly taught by certified etiquette consultant and newspaper columnist Bizia Greene, who trained at the American School of Protocol and Debrett’s of London.

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Day camp is a five-day camp experience unlike any other. Kids, ages 6 to 13, are invited to our fun-filled, action-packed, Christ-centered program that’s loaded with activities and learning experiences. At Glorieta Day Camp, kids create lifelong memories as they encounter God’s creation, God’s word, and embark on the adventures and memories of a lifetime. Because they’re able to go home at the end of the day, it’s a great way to ease kids into the camp experience. New Friends. Real Adventures. God’s Truth. We can’t wait to meet your child and introduce them to the wonder of camp.

Elementary School, Middle School

Five-week experiential learning program for kids entering 4-8 grade. Participants go on two field trips per week to explore the environment, history and culture of Northern New Mexico. They also garden, cook and do art projects, among other hands-on activities. Breakfast and lunch are provided. The program is offered at El Camino Real Academy starting Jun through Jul; exact dates are TBD. The program cost is $50 per week and scholarships are available.

Middle School, High School

During this fun, immersive, week-long program, students learn about native plants through experiential, hands-on, and engaging lessons in Cibola National Forest. This program is designed for middle and high school age youths. Together, we explore native plants through a botanical, environmental, social, and cultural lens. Students learn how to use botanical terms to identify plants, practice seed collection methods, cook with plants, and much more. Guest speakers from different environmental fields join some days throughout the sessions. They provide expert knowledge and a glimpse of careers in conservation as well as opportunities to get involved in conservation work.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School

Fine art camps for creative children ages 5 to 12. Weekly half-day camps in drawing, painting, multimedia, sculpture, and ceramics. Each camp week features a new set of lessons in a variety of media. Five or more multi-process artworks will be created in each camp. Taught by artist and certified art teacher Jillian Mazur. Spring Break Camp starts Mar 25; summer camps begin May 27. Teen and tween workshops are Jun 3–5 and Jul 15–19.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School

Journey Montessori School, a nature-based Montessori in Santa Fe, will be offering two weeks of summer programming in July. The Summer Adventure Program will focus on movement and guided learning in nature. Learning opportunities will include outdoor skills, art and handwork, and lessons on local flora and fauna using sensory experiences while building a deeper love for our natural world.

Elementary School, Middle School

Summer LEAP is an intensive, individualized program targeting essential reading, writing, and oral communication skills in a small group setting. The curriculum empowers all students to understand their own learning style, teaching them how to advocate for their needs in the classroom and with their peers. On average, Summer LEAP students make one grade level of progress in their reading skills during the six-week program. This program is most appropriate for students with diagnosed learning differences, those students who want to make gains in their academic skills over the summer, and those transitioning to a new school or program.

Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Mountain Kids! is Santa Fe’s camp for outdoor adventure and nature connection. Campers ages 5 to 13 go on daily adventures in the mountains where they explore, learn, and play. Campers gain wilderness skills and learn about the natural world as they gain confidence, build resilience, and learn to work as a team. Our counselor-in-training program is for ages 14 to 17 who wish to gain leadership skills and have fun outside with kids.

Early Childhood, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Moving Arts Española provides high-quality, affordable performing and visual arts education and free nutritional support for children and young adults. Our programs promote the creative, physical, social, and emotional health and well-being of children and youth of Northern New Mexico. Join classes for the Moving Arts Española summer semester, Jun 3 to Jul 12. Classes are Monday through Thursday and include flamenco, folklorico, hip-hop, ballet, gymnastics, tumbling, keyboard, violin, guitar, singing, visual arts, photo/video, 3-D printing, drama, CAD drawing and design, cooking, aquaponics, sewing and fashion design, and more.

Middle School, High School

Miniature horses serve as mentors to girls facing adolescent challenges. Examples of social/emotional skills taught by the horses include leadership, communication, good decision making, and awareness of one’s self in connection with another living being. Program is free with one-hour weekly sessions, individual or group, for four weeks. Flexible start and end times.

Early Childhood, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Other

Come visit New Mexico Wildlife Center for Animal Encounter programs, Tuesday through Sunday at 11:30 a.m. Each day’s animal encounter features one of our 20-plus resident ambassador animals. While you’re here, take a self-guided tour of our scenic wildlife walk to learn more about New Mexico’s wildlife and ecosystems. Open hours for visitors are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, and the Animal Encounter program is free with admission.

Elementary School, Middle School

Looking for a summer program that your child will love? The Pajarito Environmental Education Center in Los Alamos is thrilled to announce the return of its popular summer programs. Your child will have a blast exploring the outdoors, connecting with nature, and making new friends. There’s something for every child, with options like Pathfinders for kids entering grades 1–3, Nature Odyssey for grades 4–6, Space Camp for grades 4–6, and the Living Earth Adventure Program (LEAP) for grades 7–8. Registration for the June summer camps is now open.

Elementary School, Middle School

Five-day pottery camps designed for kids ages 5 to 12 all summer long. Students will learn basic pottery hand-building techniques, including making pinch pots, coil pots, and slab rolling, and will also get to take a spin on the pottery wheel. At the end of the camp, students choose their favorite three pieces to be fired, and will come back a few weeks later to pick up their works of art. Cost: $225. Use the code Tumbleweeds10 for a 10% discount.

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Come jam with us! Offering weeklong day camps this summer for kids ages 5 to 15. From ukulele to fiddle, bluegrass to beat-making, kids and teens unleash their musical curiosity in these fun-filled camps. No experience necessary! Tuition: $305–$330, with tuition assistance available to qualifying families. See the full list of camps on our website.

Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

Join us for a fun week of nature-based games and activities that encourage an understanding and appreciation of the outdoors. Audubon educators guide campers, ages 5 to 12, through hands-on science explorations, crafts, and more! Our Spring Break Camp is offered Mar 25–29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $285. Extended aftercare is available.

Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

Not your ordinary summer camp! Eight weeks of nature day camps for ages 5 to 12. Each week emphasizes new themes where campers can discover, investigate, and play through activities that encourage an understanding, appreciation, and love of nature. Educators guide campers through hands-on science explorations and outdoor fun while surrounded by the natural beauty of Santa Fe. Weekly camps are offered Jun 3 to Jul 25, Mon–Fri, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $285 per week. Extended aftercare is available.

Elementary School, Middle School

Camp is offered to children aged through sixth graders. Campers choose from a list of excellent enrichment classes that are taught by our very own RGS educators. Morning outdoor play goes from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Enrichment classes run from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. And afternoon exploration and activities run from 2 to 4 p.m.

Elementary School, Middle School

During this three-day outdoor day camp, your child will hike the arroyos, explore the piñon-juniper woodland, learn animal tracking, and ID plants along with enjoying plenty of fun games and activities.

Elementary School, Middle School

Choose from seven weeks of jam-packed thematic STEAM fun. Each week features new and engaging hands-on educational activities to explore. Led by our experienced museum educators, every week includes daily private playtimes (inside and out), community guests, games, science experiments, cooking, art projects, and more. For ages 5 to 9, camps run Mon through Fri, 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., Jun 10–28 and Jul 8–Aug 2. $375 per camper per week. Scholarship application available online.

Middle School

Join us for weeklong summer camps as we explore the world through writing, cooking, field trips, art projects, and more! Due to limited space, each camper can sign up for up to two of the three weeks offered: Jul 1–5, Jul 8–12, and Jul 15–19.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

Camp Gan Israel is an exciting summer adventure aimed at providing a meaningful, fun-filled experience for Jewish children in the Santa Fe area. Meet other kids like you, connect with a thriving Jewish community, and explore your Jewish heritage in a way you’ve never experienced!

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Festival Family Day! Enjoy a free young people’s concert and related activities on Jul 29 at the St. Francis Auditorium of the New Mexico Museum of Art. The day begins at 10 a.m. with festival artists Ran Dank, piano; Daniel Phillips, violin; and Keith Robinson, cello. A meet-and-greet with the musicians and art activities in the courtyard immediately follow the concert. Lunch discounts at Taos Ale House. Free busing for school groups, and/or art activities by reservation only.

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Keep the music alive during the summer! Welcoming students who play a string, brass, or woodwind instrument. Classes are led by professional educators in a noncompetitive environment. For the string player, there are three levels of orchestra offered. For the wind player, one premier wind ensemble is offered. All string and wind students will participate in chorus, music theory, and marimba classes. Students will be taken on a field trip to tour the Santa Fe Opera House. Each week will end with spectacular performances. Sessions: Jul 8–12 or July 15–19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Young skateboard riders ages 8 and up will get expert instruction. Mornings at public skate parks and afternoon at our indoor park. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 27–31, Jun 3–7, Jun 17–21, Jul 8–12, Jul 15–19. $350. At our longboard camps, riders age 9 and up will ride the school’s boards and learn to turn, stop, and slide while cruising local bike paths and our indoor park. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jun 10–12, Jul 1–3, Jul 22–24. $220.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

A variety of engaging developmentally appropriate camps for children ages 3 to 15 led by experienced teachers at Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences. One-week themed camps cost $325 per week, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with before and after care available at additional cost. Financial aid and ECECD available. Theme examples include: Bug Out, Ooey Gooey Art, Young Artist Studio, Space Camp, Math = Creativity, Wilderness Adventure, Inventor’s Workshop, Live Action Role Playing Games, Filmmaking.

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Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Santa Fe Climbing Center creates a stimulating environment. Climbers at all levels will push their physical and mental limits while having fun exploring the world of indoor rock climbing. Challenges and climbing games led by our experienced instructors promote teamwork, confidence, flexibility, balance, problem solving, and more. Weekly sessions are 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Before and aftercare available. Starts May 28. Camps are in the following age groups: 5–8, 9–13, and 12–15. $249 per session.

Early Childhood, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School

Kids 12 years and younger can sign up for the program to bowl Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two free games each day (maximum of 1 hour). Shoes are extra.

Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Experience the ultimate rockstar journey at the Candyman Summer Rock Camp! In this two-week program, rockers delve into the world of rehearsals, recording, and performance. Participants will form a band, collaborate, and gain insights from the pros. Bands also score an on-air interview at 98.1 Radio Free Santa Fe! The program is capped off with a live concert, complete with VIP badges. Perks include a catered Picnic Friday, photos of the entire experience, videos and photos of the concert, a concert poster, camp swag, a digital album, and more.

Early Childhood, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School

The Children’s Theatre Festival is a one-day event on May 25 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Children will enjoy performances from some of Santa Fe’s finest actors in multiple short presentations. They will also be able to make some fun crafts and get their faces painted.

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Kids in Santa Fe can run away with the circus! Our popular circus camps are physically active, teamwork oriented, and a ton of fun. Learn stilt-walking, unicycling, aerial fabric, trapeze, juggling, puppet making, clowning and more! All in a safe, noncompetitive environment. July 1–12 is All Levels, Continuing Camp in late July, Wee Kids Camp and Teen Camp in June. Camps fill up quickly! Tuition assistance and after-care available. 

Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

YMCA Day Camp is a curriculum-based summer program designed to keep your child active and safe throughout the summer. Character development plays a big role in our camps. Respect, responsibility, honesty and caring are values we use daily with our campers. You can rest assured that your child will be in a safe and nurturing environment that offers a different activity for him/her to participate in every hour of the day. The curriculum is based on weekly themes and includes arts and humanities, health, wellness and fitness, literacy, character development, and social competence and conflict resolution.