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Big Backyard Summer Camp
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Big Backyard Nursery School
240 E. Gowen Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19119
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A six-week summer day camp in Philadelphia for ages 3–9, running June through August with themed weeks including jungle exploration, magic and dragons, circus activities, and ocean adventures. Daily programming includes games, music, outdoor activities, water time, and art projects.
Big Backyard Summer Camp runs six consecutive weeks from June 22 to July 31, 2026, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with optional extended care until 4:30 PM. Each week features a different theme: Into the Jungle, Magic and Dragons, Under the Big Top, Wacky World Cup, Pet Shop Week, and Ocean Adventures. Campers ages 3–9 participate in hands-on projects, imaginative play, music, games, outdoor adventure, water time, and snack breaks. The camp is led by Big Backyard teachers and supported by older children serving as Counselors-in-Training (ages 10–12). Weekly tuition ranges from $310–$380 per week, with a discounted rate of $2,110 for all six weeks. Extended care is available most days. Registration is currently full following early registration for alumni and current families.
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Typically runs June – July · $310–$380 per week.
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- Website
- www.thebigbackyard.net/
About this camp
- Ages
- Ages 3–9
- Season
- June – July
- Cost
- $310–$380 per week
- Type
- Day
- Six themed weeks of imaginative play
- Led by Big Backyard teachers
- Ages 3–9 welcome
- Optional extended care
- Outdoor water activities
Activities
Good to know
- Extended care
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