SUMMER PROGRAM 2025
JOYFUL DISCOVERY SUMMER PROGRAM
An Outdoor Experience for Young Explorers,Farmers and Scientists !
Designed for children ages 4-5, our Joyful Discovery Program provides a nurturing and fun first camp experience in a beautiful outdoor setting.
What Your Child Will Experience:
🌱 Hands-on Learning in our vegetable & flower gardens
💦 Exciting Water Play & Outdoor Adventures
🏕️ A Natural Setting that inspires curiosity & creativity
🌎 Exceptional Montessori Teachers from around the world
🍎 Nutritious Meals & Snacks prepared by our wonderful farm-to-table team
Through play-based learning in nature, your child will develop independence, creativity, and a love for discovery—all while enjoying delicious, wholesome meals made from fresh ingredients!
This program is ideal for children who:
Manage toileting independently without reminders
Feel comfortable attending camp without parental presence
Stay with their group throughout the day
Follow step-by-step instructions
Can change their own clothing and shoes with little assistance
Have the energy to participate in a full day of outdoor activities, of course there is a mid-day rest period
And don’t worry about breakfast, snacks & lunch—we’ve got it covered.
Summer Weekly Themes
Session 1:
Week 1: Planet Protectors
Session 2:
Week 2: Heritage Historians
Session 3:
Week 4: Sensational Sensors
Week 5: Water Wonderers
Session 4:
Week 6: Dirt Detectives
Week 7: Trail Blazers
Session 5:
Week 8: Forest Friends
Week 9: Insect Investigators
Summer Program Schedule and Fees
Hours
7:45 AM to 3:00 PM (Arrival: 7:45 to 8:00 AM and Dismissal: 3:00 to 3:15 PM)
Afternoons of Joyful Discovery available daily from 3:00 to 5:00 PM
Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks provided by the school.
| YCC/CH | Times | SESSION 1 June 23 - June 27 |
SESSION 2 June 30 - July 11 |
SESSION 3 July 14 - July 25 |
SESSION 4 July 28 - Aug 8 |
SESSION 5 Aug 11 - Aug 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Mon.-Fri. | 7:45 AM – 3:00 PM | $615 | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
| Joyful Discovery- Mon.-Fri. | 3:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $175 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 |
| School Meal Fee | $75 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 |
Coming to Joyful Discovery?
Here's what you need to know!
Emergency Form
& Participation Waiver
In order to participate in any program at Crossway, we need to have an Emergency Form & Health Forms.
Forms are good for a calendar year.
Completed forms must be returned on or before the first day of participation.
Packing List
The Summer Packing List has everything your child will need for an amazing summer adventure.
Sign Up
If you have a 4–5-year-old child who is not currently enrolled in our school year program and are interested in registering for Summer of Joyful Discovery send an email here.
For a tour of our campus and an introductory meeting
About Summer of Joyful Discovery
Explore Nature
Up Close:
Your child will plant seeds, water budding sprouts, and witness the magic of growth as tiny plants transform into real vegetables.
Engage in Interactive Outdoor Activities:
We’ve crafted fun and educational games that encourage movement, teamwork, and creative exploration.
Learn Through Discovery:
Through guided activities in our garden, children will learn about where food comes from, the importance of caring for living things, and how nature nurtures us all.
Details & Registration
All of our summer staff are Crossway Montessori teachers and team members throughout the school year. Their deep experience and commitment to Crossway’s values to create a summer environment that is engaging, enriching, and full of fun!
If you have any questions or want to register to Summer of Joyful Discovery: