A Children’s Habitat Montessori Summer Camp

What makes our camp unique is its Montessori-inspired approach, where children are empowered to make their own choices and follow their interests. Each day offers meaningful social time for kids to connect, collaborate, and build friendships, all within a setting that prioritizes outdoor exploration. With a strong focus on nature-based experiences, children learn, play, and grow in an environment that encourages independence, creativity, and a deep connection to the outdoors.

What makes our camp truly unique is the balance between freedom and meaningful structure. Set in a large outdoor classroom, children have the space to follow their curiosity—whether that’s building in the sandbox, creating their own games, or exploring the garden at their own pace. Alongside this child-led exploration, each week features a thoughtfully designed theme brought to life through hands-on activities, crafts, music, and art. This blend of choice and enrichment creates a joyful environment where creativity, independence, and connection naturally grow.

A typical day at camp begins with drop-off, when children greet one another and have time to explore the outdoor classroom at their own pace. We then gather as a group to connect, “greet the sun,” and introduce the day’s activities. Throughout the day, bathroom breaks are taken as needed with support from staff. Campers come together to enjoy lunch outdoors, and we close our day with a shared game or song before parent pick-up.

Our camp is designed to keep children immersed in the outdoors all day long. Barring inclement weather, campers spend their time in a 20,000 square foot, fenced-in outdoor classroom where they can explore, play, and learn freely.

Our camper-to-counselor ratios are intentionally small to ensure each child receives individualized attention and care. Toddlers are supported with a 5:1 ratio, while older campers enjoy a 10:1 ratio. This allows our staff to truly connect with each child, support their needs, and create a safe, engaging, and responsive camp experience.

Our counselors are Montessori-trained lead guides from our school, bringing both expertise and years of experience running ACH Summer Camp. They are supported by dedicated assistants—often current staff members or older alumni—who return to share their time and bring the valuable perspective of having grown up in a Montessori environment themselves. This thoughtful team creates a nurturing, knowledgeable, and connected camp experience for every child.

We strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all campers. We are able to accommodate students who can participate independently, as well as those who may benefit from one-on-one support. Our team is attentive to dietary needs and works closely with families to ensure each child’s well-being. We also provide gentle, supportive transitions during drop-off, recognizing that this can be an important and sometimes challenging part of the day for younger campers.

Campers enjoy lunch outdoors each day, choosing between picnic tables or relaxing on blankets in our outdoor classroom. An outdoor handwashing station is available to support healthy habits before eating. Families are asked to pack a lunch for their child and supply a water bottle.