Summer, The Windmill Way!
At Windmill, summer is a time for children to explore the world, connect with nature, and develop curiosity, independence, and a sense of wonder. Our program offers half-day (8:00–12:30) and full-day (8:00–4:30pm) options for incoming 2–5-year-olds, with most activities taking place outdoors. Children engage with natural materials, observe their surroundings, and participate in hands-on learning experiences designed for their age and development.
Mornings begin with children exploring gardens, climbing on natural structures, or investigating the environment at their own pace. A morning meeting follows, with songs, discussion, and a preview of the day’s activities, fostering community, language, and routine.
At Windmill, summer is a time for children to explore the world, connect with nature, and develop curiosity, independence, and a sense of wonder. Our program offers half-day (8:00–12:30) and full-day (8:00–4:30pm) options for incoming 2–5-year-olds, with most activities taking place outdoors. Children engage with natural materials, observe their surroundings, and participate in hands-on learning experiences designed for their age and development.
Mornings begin with children exploring gardens, climbing on natural structures, or investigating the environment at their own pace. A morning meeting follows, with songs, discussion, and a preview of the day’s activities, fostering community, language, and routine.
At Windmill, summer is a time for children to explore the world, connect with nature, and develop curiosity, independence, and a sense of wonder. Our program offers half-day (8:00–12:30) and full-day (8:00–4:30pm) options for incoming 2–5-year-olds, with most activities taking place outdoors. Children engage with natural materials, observe their surroundings, and participate in hands-on learning experiences designed for their age and development.
Mornings begin with children exploring gardens, climbing on natural structures, or investigating the environment at their own pace. A morning meeting follows, with songs, discussion, and a preview of the day’s activities, fostering community, language, and routine.
Outdoor Exploration
Program (Ages 2–5)
The core of each day is outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Children may go on nature walks, plant in the garden, experiment with water or sensory activities, and create art with natural materials. Movement and music are woven throughout the day, supporting gross motor skills, coordination, and self-expression.
Full-day campers enjoy lunch and quiet/rest time, while afternoons continue with cooperative projects, creative problem-solving, and guided exploration. Each day concludes with a reflection circle, allowing children to share discoveries and integrate learning in a relaxed, joyful environment.
The core of each day is outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Children may go on nature walks, plant in the garden, experiment with water or sensory activities, and create art with natural materials. Movement and music are woven throughout the day, supporting gross motor skills, coordination, and self-expression.
Full-day campers enjoy lunch and quiet/rest time, while afternoons continue with cooperative projects, creative problem-solving, and guided exploration. Each day concludes with a reflection circle, allowing children to share discoveries and integrate learning in a relaxed, joyful environment.
The core of each day is outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Children may go on nature walks, plant in the garden, experiment with water or sensory activities, and create art with natural materials. Movement and music are woven throughout the day, supporting gross motor skills, coordination, and self-expression.
Full-day campers enjoy lunch and quiet/rest time, while afternoons continue with cooperative projects, creative problem-solving, and guided exploration. Each day concludes with a reflection circle, allowing children to share discoveries and integrate learning in a relaxed, joyful environment.
Camp Developmental Goals
Cognitive Development: Science, observation, and problem-solving
Social-Emotional Growth: Teamwork, communication, and empathy
Environmental Awareness: Understanding ecosystems and stewardship
Creativity: Art, music, and imaginative play
Physical Development: Outdoor play and movement
Windmill Summer Camp is a space for discovery, confidence-building, and collaboration. Half- and full-day schedules provide children with engaging, age-appropriate experiences that nurture growth, connection, and curiosity in the natural world.
***Enrichment classes included for full-day students. Half-day students may enroll for an additional charge***
Windmill Summer Camp Weekly Schedule
Ages: 2–5 years
Schedule: Half-day (8:00–12:00) | Full-day (8:00- 4:30)
Ages: 2–5 years
Schedule: Half-day (8:00–12:00)
Full-day (8:00- 4:30)
Ages: 2–5 years
Schedule: Half-day (8:00–12:00) | Full-day (8:00- 4:30)
Full-Day Schedule (8:00–4:30)
Full-Day Schedule (8:00–4:30)
Time
Activity
Description
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Children explore outdoor play areas, garden patches, or nature-based materials at their own pace.
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Children explore outdoor play areas, garden patches, or nature-based materials at their own pace.
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Children explore outdoor play areas, garden patches, or nature-based materials at their own pace.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Greeting songs, discussion of weather, and overview of the day. Encourages language development and social connection.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Greeting songs, discussion of weather, and overview of the day. Encourages language development and social connection.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Greeting songs, discussion of weather, and overview of the day. Encourages language development and social connection.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Nature walks, scavenger hunts, observing plants, insects, and wildlife, or exploring water features.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Nature walks, scavenger hunts, observing plants, insects, and wildlife, or exploring water features.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Nature walks, scavenger hunts, observing plants, insects, and wildlife, or exploring water features.
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outside
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outside
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outside
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Experiments, art projects using natural materials, or building with sticks, stones, and other safe outdoor items.
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Experiments, art projects using natural materials, or building with sticks, stones, and other safe outdoor items.
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Experiments, art projects using natural materials, or building with sticks, stones, and other safe outdoor items.
11:15-11:45
Enrichment Activity
Classes Offered Twice a Week
11:15-11:45
Enrichment Activity
Classes Offered Twice a Week
11:15-11:45
Enrichment Activity
Classes Offered Twice a Week
12:30-2:30
Outdoor Games & Cooperative Play
Naptime for children; non sleepers can enjoy quiet activities such as books, puzzles, or journaling.
12:30-2:30
Outdoor Games & Cooperative Play
Naptime for children; non sleepers can enjoy quiet activities such as books, puzzles, or journaling.
12:30-2:30
Outdoor Games & Cooperative Play
Naptime for children; non sleepers can enjoy quiet activities such as books, puzzles, or journaling.
2:30-3:00
Afternoon Snack
Refreshing snack and water break.
2:30-3:00
Afternoon Snack
Refreshing snack and water break.
2:30-3:00
Afternoon Snack
Refreshing snack and water break.
3:00-4:00
Creative Project
Nature art, storytelling, or simple problem-solving activities inspired by the outdoor environment.
3:00-4:00
Creative Project
Nature art, storytelling, or simple problem-solving activities inspired by the outdoor environment.
3:00-4:00
Creative Project
Nature art, storytelling, or simple problem-solving activities inspired by the outdoor environment.
4:00-4:30
Reflection Circle
Sharing discoveries, observations, or creations from the day. Encourages self-expression and communication skills.
4:00-4:30
Reflection Circle
Sharing discoveries, observations, or creations from the day. Encourages self-expression and communication skills.
4:00-4:30
Reflection Circle
Sharing discoveries, observations, or creations from the day. Encourages self-expression and communication skills.
Half-Day Schedule (8:00–12:30)
Half-Day Schedule (8:00–12:30)
Time
Activity
Description
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Explore the yard, garden, or nature-based materials independently or in small groups.
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Explore the yard, garden, or nature-based materials independently or in small groups.
8:00–8:30
Arrival
Explore the yard, garden, or nature-based materials independently or in small groups.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Songs, discussion of the weather, and overview of morning activities.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Songs, discussion of the weather, and overview of morning activities.
8:30–9:00
Morning Circle
Songs, discussion of the weather, and overview of morning activities.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Short nature walks, scavenger hunts, or sensory discovery activities.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Short nature walks, scavenger hunts, or sensory discovery activities.
9:00-10:00
Guided Outdoor Exploration
Short nature walks, scavenger hunts, or sensory discovery activities.
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outdoors
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outdoors
10:00-10:30
Morning Snack
Healthy snack outdoors
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Art, gardening, or nature-based experiments. Encourages curiosity and fine motor development.
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Art, gardening, or nature-based experiments. Encourages curiosity and fine motor development.
10:30-11:15
Hands-On Activity
Art, gardening, or nature-based experiments. Encourages curiosity and fine motor development.
11:15-12:45
Dance, songs, nature-inspired movement games followed by a brief reflection of the morning’s discoveries & Story time
11:15-12:45
Dance, songs, nature-inspired movement games followed by a brief reflection of the morning’s discoveries & Story time
11:15-12:45
Dance, songs, nature-inspired movement games followed by a brief reflection of the morning’s discoveries & Story time
11:45-12:15
Lunch
11:45-12:15
Lunch
11:45-12:15
Lunch
12:20-12:30
Story Time & Dismissal
Children may enroll in enrichment classes offered at 12:30
12:20-12:30
Story Time & Dismissal
Children may enroll in enrichment classes offered at 12:30
12:20-12:30
Story Time & Dismissal
Children may enroll in enrichment classes offered at 12:30
Weekly Focus
Weekly Focus
Week
Focus
Description
Week 1
Nature Detectives
Exploring plants, insects, and local wildlife
Week 1
Nature Detectives
Exploring plants, insects, and local wildlife
Week 1
Nature Detectives
Exploring plants, insects, and local wildlife
Week 2
Water Wonders
Learning about rivers, ponds, and aquatic life
Week 2
Water Wonders
Learning about rivers, ponds, and aquatic life
Week 2
Water Wonders
Learning about rivers, ponds, and aquatic life
Week 3
Garden Explorers
Planting, gardening, and understanding ecosystems
Week 3
Garden Explorers
Planting, gardening, and understanding ecosystems
Week 3
Garden Explorers
Planting, gardening, and understanding ecosystems
Week 4
Outdoor Artists
Nature-inspired art, crafts, and sensory play
Week 4
Outdoor Artists
Nature-inspired art, crafts, and sensory play
Week 4
Outdoor Artists
Nature-inspired art, crafts, and sensory play
Week 5
Wildlife Week
Birds, bugs, and animal habitats
Week 5
Wildlife Week
Birds, bugs, and animal habitats
Week 5
Wildlife Week
Birds, bugs, and animal habitats
Week 6
Forest Friends
Camping, and nature storytelling
Week 6
Forest Friends
Camping, and nature storytelling
Week 6
Forest Friends
Camping, and nature storytelling
Week 7
Eco Heroes
Conservation, recycling, and caring for our environment
Week 7
Eco Heroes
Conservation, recycling, and caring for our environment
Week 7
Eco Heroes
Conservation, recycling, and caring for our environment
Learning through play
Growing through connection
Location
Learning through play, Growing through connection
Location
Learning through play
Growing through connection
Location
Learning through play
Growing through connection
Location