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What Makes Piedmont Progressive Preschool Summer Camps Special
Thoughtfully designed, play-based summer camp themes for children ages 3–7 in Charlotte, NC.
Our camps are:
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Play-Based & Child-Led
Children are encouraged to follow their interests, experiment freely, and learn through open-ended play rather than structured outcomes. -
Creativity-Driven
From building and tinkering to art, stories, and make-believe, campers express themselves using loose parts, recycled materials, and natural elements. -
Rooted in Nature & Outdoor Play
Daily time outdoors allows children to explore, move, observe, and connect with the natural world in meaningful ways. -
Designed for Joyful Connection
Small group settings and nurturing educators create a space where children feel safe, confident, and excited to participate. -
Inspired by Childhood Wonder
Each theme is intentionally crafted to spark imagination—whether children are creating, pretending, exploring ancient worlds, or simply enjoying the magic of play.
2026 Summer Camp Themes
Six thoughtfully designed, play-based themes offered across seven weeks of summer camp.
At Piedmont Progressive Preschool, our 2026 summer camps are organized around weekly themes that invite children ages 3–7 into imaginative worlds of making, storytelling, nature exploration, and joyful play. Designed for families in Charlotte, NC, each camp experience is intentionally created to support curiosity, creativity, and connection through open-ended, hands-on activities.
While each week has a unique focus, all of our summer camps share a play-based approach rooted in outdoor time, child-led exploration, and the simple magic of childhood.
Stories We Can See
Stories We Can See brings storytelling to life through imagination and play. Campers explore fairytales, books, puppets, maps, and visual storytelling, creating characters, settings, and adventures inspired by the stories around them. Through hands-on creativity and collaborative play, children discover that stories can be told, built, and seen in many magical ways.
Weeks Offered: June 8-12
Weekly Tuition: $200
Just Play!
Just Play is a summer camp all about good old-fashioned fun and the joy of being a kid. Campers spend their days hula-hooping, drawing with sidewalk chalk, splashing through sprinklers, and enjoying classic summertime play. With plenty of time to move, laugh, and explore, this camp celebrates carefree fun, friendship, and the simple magic of play.
Weeks Offered: June 15-18, July 20-24
Weekly Tuition: $175
Forest Folk & Magical Creatures
Forest Folk & Magical Creatures creates an enchanted woodland experience filled with fairies, gnomes, dragons, and other mythical friends. Through imaginative play, storytelling, and hands-on creation, campers bring magical worlds and characters to life using natural materials and open-ended art. It’s a whimsical adventure where creativity, wonder, and make-believe flourish among the trees.
Weeks Offered: June 22-26
Weekly Tuition: $200
Wildly Creative
Wildly Creative is a playful, art-inspired summer camp where animals and imagination take center stage. Campers explore creative expression through open-ended art and plenty of unstructured outdoor play, drawing inspiration from creatures big, small, and make-believe. It’s a joyful, curiosity-led experience where art, nature, and creativity come together.
Weeks Offered: July 6-10
Weekly Tuition: $200
The Land Before Us
The Land Before Us takes children on an exciting journey back in time to explore ancient landscapes and the incredible creatures that once roamed the Earth. Through imaginative play, hands-on activities, and discoveries like fossils, dinosaurs, and cave art, campers connect with nature while sparking creativity and curiosity. It’s a playful adventure where wonder, exploration, and fun lead the way.
Weeks Offered: July 13-17
Weekly Tuition: $200
Little Makers
Little Makers is a hands-on summer camp where imagination leads the way and creativity takes center stage. Each day, children build, tinker, and create with cardboard, recycled materials, art supplies, and loose parts through open-ended play. The focus is on curiosity, problem-solving, and joyful making, supporting every child in bringing their ideas to life in their own unique way.
Weeks Offered: August 3-7
Weekly Tuition: $200
Camp details and registration information are below.
Camp Details at a Glance
Everything you need to know about our 2026 summer camps.
Ages:
Children ages 3–7 (must be fully potty trained)
Schedule:
Monday–Friday
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Dates:
Seven weeks of summer camp
(See weekly themes above for specific dates)
Location:
Piedmont Progressive Preschool
Charlotte, North Carolina
Tuition & Enrollment Savings
Flexible weekly enrollment with opportunities to save when registering for multiple camp weeks or siblings.
Tuition details are shared in advance of public registration, which opens January 29th.
Tuition for Piedmont Progressive Preschool’s 2026 summer camps is set on a weekly basis, with pricing listed alongside each individual camp theme. This allows families the flexibility to choose the weeks that best fit their child’s interests and summer schedule.
Families enrolling in three or more camp weeks receive a 10% multi-week discount.
Additionally, siblings enrolled in the same camp week receive 10% off tuition for each additional child after the first.
Multi-week and sibling discounts are stackable when applicable. Final tuition and any eligible discounts will be confirmed during the registration process and invoiced through Brightwheel.
Enrollment is limited to maintain small group sizes and a high-quality, play-based camp experience.
How Registration Works
A simple, thoughtful process designed to support families every step of the way.
Priority registration is currently open to families in our school community, with public registration opening January 29th.
We’ve designed our summer camp registration process to be clear, supportive, and easy for families.
Here’s what to expect:
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Submit the registration form (beginning January 29th)
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Availability confirmation
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Invoice & enrollment
Families receive an invoice through Brightwheel. A child’s spot is officially secured once payment is received.
Have questions before getting started? We’re always happy to help — feel free to contact our team.
Public Registration Opens January 29
We can’t wait to welcome new and returning campers for a summer of play, creativity, and exploration.
What Families Can Expect
Each week of summer camp at Piedmont Progressive Preschool is designed with care, intention, and thoughtful details that support both children and families throughout the summer.
Families can expect:
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A themed craft or activity sent home each day
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A weekly newsletter shared with parents highlighting moments, projects, and experiences from camp
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Clear, consistent communication with teachers through Brightwheel
Our goal is to create a summer experience that feels meaningful for children and reassuring for families.
We’re Looking Forward to Summer
At Piedmont Progressive Preschool, summer is a time for curiosity, creativity, and connection. We’re grateful to share these weeks with your family and can’t wait for a season filled with play and discovery.
Public registration opens January 29th.