Let's soak up the sun!
Join Ms. Frances and the CHCNS family this summer for days exploring, splashing, and learning.
There are no Co-op Duties for Capitol Hill Cooperative Nursery School's Summer Camp. It is a staff-run camp open to ages 2.5-7 yrs old.
Summer camp is registered weekly and will be held June 22nd, 2026– August 21st, 2026 from 8:30am to 3:00pm
*Drop-In Care available on June 18th
CHCNS will be closed June 19th & July 4th
ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN!
Living in the city provides an abundance of activities and learning experiences throughout the summer. Ms. Frances and the teachers at CHCNS take full advantage of these opportunities and plan field trips based on local events. Being well connected with many teachers and programs in the community, Ms. Frances and team often decide daily/weekly what the activity of that particular day is. Allow CHCNS to remove all the stress of planning daily outings and give your kids lifelong memories all summer long!
Daily Activities
- Riding scooters and bikes - everyone is outside as long as the weather cooperates!
- Field trips to local parks such as: Marion (turtle) or Garfield parks, Yard Park splash pools, Eastern Market park & splash pad
- Botanic Garden & local museums
- Local story time at East City Bookshop or the library
- Private playtime at The Little Gym
- Supervised Free Play and Craft Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a typical day like?
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
8:30-9 am Drop Off and Free Play
9-9:30 Morning Meeting and Music
9:30-10:30 Free Play or Outside Time depending on weather
10:30-11 am Snack Time
11am-12:30 pm Field Trip/Outside Time or Free Play/Crafts
12:30-1 pm Lunch Time
1-2:45 pm Free Play + Optional Rest Time for younger campers
3 pm Pickup
Our day begins with a Morning Meeting and Music. Ms. Frances takes the children outside EVERYDAY, regardless of the weather! It’s typical for Ms. Frances to take the kids to Marion (Turtle) or Garfield parks, Yards Park splash pools, Eastern Market to visit with the vendors, hop on a Metro bus (kids ride free) to the Botanic Garden or Smithsonian Museum, Private playtime at The Little Gym, story time at East City Bookshop, etc. Campers will get to experience lots of supervised free play, arts and crafts, and small STEM projects at our location on 5th St. Campers will get a snack and lunch time as well as recommended bathroom breaks and transition times. Younger campers can take a rest after lunch time upon request.
What are the drop-off details?
Drop-off time is 8:30am. For security purposes, all entry doors remain locked at the church. Teachers will be at the 5th street entrance waiting to let parents/children into the school. If you are late for drop-off, call or text the whatsapp chat. All parents are included once enrolled in the program.
What are pick-up details?
Pick-up will be at 3:00pm. The camp does offer early pickup based on parent’s needs. If picking up early, times must be communicated to teachers in advance so arrangements can be made. Students and Teachers are frequently away from the school on field trips.
What is the age range of the campers?
The youngest camper allowed is 2.5 yrs old per our license requirements. There is no maximum age, but we expect the majority of campers to be between 2.5-7yrs old.
What should I send with my kiddo/s?
A nut-free snack and lunch, water bottle, sunblock (applied prior to drop-off), swimsuit, towel and a change of clothes.
Will there be a nap/rest period?
Please communicate your preference with the staff. Naps can be offered to younger students but are not required. There are beanbags and blankets for use if a child needs to take a break.
What is the maximum number of campers each day?
We have a daily maximum capacity for 16 children to attend camp.
What is the adult-child ratio?
Per OSSE requirements, CHCNS follows an 1:8 adult-to-child ratio.