Maplewood Summer Camp
Our Summer Day Camp offers children an immersive experience filled with adventure, friendship, and personal growth. With a focus on safety and nurturing, campers create lasting memories while exploring their passions in a supportive environment.
Summer Camp Programs
At Maplewood Country Day Camp parents will find programs for all ages. Whether you have a 3-year-old or a 14-year-old, you'll feel that everyone is included and supported.
Preschool & Kindergarten
This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to experience all of the fun and excitement of summer camp.
1st-7th Grade Program
Enjoy a variety of activities, forge new friendships, and create lasting memories!
Teen Leadership (C.I.T.)
Provides our more mature campers entering 8th and 9th grades a taste of counselor life while enjoying all the great activities at Maplewood.
Additional Programs
Our summer camp offers children a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in nature, build friendships, and create unforgettable memories. With a focus on personal growth and adventure, every camper leaves with newfound skills and confidence.
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Academic Program
Prevent "summer regression" with our individual tutoring sessions with professional educators from the Easton Public School. Available for Grades K-8th, with Before & During Camp options and a flexible schedule.
The 9th Week
Add to your child’s experience with our 9th week for ages 3 to 14. This action-packed program is overflowing with activities Broaden horizons; discover new interests; create lasting friendships; and above all, have fun!
Skills Naturally
A social support team at Maplewood Country Day Camp & Enrichment Center in partnership with Kathy Ciliberto. Our mission is to provide one-on-one coaching and social support to meet the diverse needs of Maplewood’s campers.
Club Day Electives
Huge Selection
Club Day provides campers with a huge array of opportunities to mold their own summer camp experience.
Specialize or explore
Campers try something new or select an activity that they really enjoy multiple days in a row.
Flexible Session Lengths
In addition to the Full 8 Weeks (June 23–Aug.15), we also offer 6, 4, and 2 week option, and even the special "9th Week" (August 18–22), a 1-week session at the end of summer, which can be enjoyed by itself or as a bonus.
Full 8 Week Season
- June 23–August 15
6 Week Sessions
- June 23–August 1st
- July 7–August 15
4 Week Sessions
- June 23–July 18
- July 21–August 15
3 Week Sessions
- June 23–July 11
- July 14–August 1
- July 28–August 15
2 Week Sessions
- June 23–July 4
- July 7–July 18
- July 21–August 1
- August 4–15
9th Week
- August 18–22
Superior Staffing
A group has approximately 20 children with 5 staff members.
Please note that we only hire educators to run the camp groups. Our head staff consists of teachers, guidance counselors, school psychologists, etc.
The group will also have Junior Counselors, most of which are college-age with a few high school-age junior staff who have trained with us as CITs and Sr. CITs.
Individual Attention
Our top priority is making sure every child is safe and well-supervised. Our team is dedicated to ensuring each camper feels supported and part of the group.
Veteran Staff
We consider it a big compliment that many of our staff return year after year. Many of our current staff members were once Maplewood day campers!
3:1 Ratio
Our unparalleled child-to-counselor ratio exceeds licensing requirements and assures personalized attention every day.
Daily Photos
We keep you in the loop with daily photos through Camp in Touch and regular updates from our directors and staff, so you always know what's happening with your kid at camp.
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Preschool & Kindergarten
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Over 60 Years of Summer Camp Excellence
For over six decades, Maplewood Country Day Camp has been a beacon of joy and growth for children. Our commitment to providing a nurturing and engaging environment has made us a trusted choice for families seeking unforgettable summer experiences.
Our Heritage
Celebrating a rich tradition of excellence in child development and community engagement.
Enduring Impact
Creating lifelong memories and friendships that last beyond the summer.
Drop by and see all that we have to offer
Lee (our director) just loves giving tours of our facilities and answering any questions prospective parents might have. It's also a great way to help make the best preschool choice for you and your child.
Summer Camp
Parent Testimonials
Here's what our families have to say:
When we saw Lucy jump into the deep end and comfortably swim with friends in the deep end all weekend, there were literally tears of joy and gratitude. We're truly appreciative of her swim instructor, Rachel. Lucy loved swimming with her every day and we are grateful to the entire waterfront team! (Bonus points to the lifeguard who knows every car and child at the drop-off circle! That was incredible to watch.
We just wanted to take a moment to thank you all so much for the most AMAZING six weeks at Maplewood. We cannot tell you enough how much fun Nolan had and how much he enjoyed every moment with his group and counselors. You have such a special staff – each counselor that worked with Nolan was incredible - and the entire Maplewood community is so lucky to have this program for our kids. Nolan has slept in his tie-dye t-shirt every day since camp ended, and wakes up every morning if “it can please be a camp Maplewood day.” Than you again for helping to make summer so wonderful! We’re already counting down the days until next summer.
I have two daughters at Maplewood. The older one has been going for 5 years, and my younger daughter for 3 years. Maplewood is a great place and a great camp, a great place for children to grow, mature, and make great friendships
Former camper at MCDC. Being a camper and being a waterfront counselor and now being a parent of 2 young boys in the Poodles and Rascals and enjoying the camp through their experience. It has been a wonderful engagement with the camp over the past 35-40 years.
My children have been coming to Maplewood for 8 years. The counselors at Maplewood are amazing. Lee and Sue return every call immediately if there are ever any questions. The Nurse is amazing. Maplewood is the best place for my children to spend the summer.
I have 2 children at Maplewood. My eldest will be going on her 5th year this summer. The reason we love camp Maplewood is that it is a true camp where kids can be kids. They have great activities and an action packed day. They also have all of their special camp friends. We love Maplewood!
I am the Mother of three boys who have been coming to Maplewood for 4 years. My oldest son loves the choices he gets for club day - soccer yo, yo, the rock climbing wall. One of most special things about Maplewood is way kids are celebrated for their achievements. They love coming home with the awards that celebrate all of the wonderful programs at Maplewood.
I have a son at Maplewood who is six years old and this is his first summer. We absolutely love and it is one of the best run camps that I have ever seen. This is the best swim program you will find. My son did not even put his foot in the water and is now floating swimming, treading water. In 10 days he was on his back floating. We could not have asked for more. He is so happy.
I have two daughters who have been coming to Maplewood for 7 years. They love it. They have grown up here and want to be counselors. Everything about Maplewood has been fun. It’s a structured environment and safe. There is great transportation and the counselors are very professional.
I have three daughters who have attended Maplewood for 3 years. They absolutely love it. My older daughter who never thought she could do gymnastics got to do it within the gymnastics program here and she said that anything is possible here at Maplewood .
I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all the time, effort, and energy that you put into camp this summer. My daughter Robin had never attended a true camp before and we are blown away by her experience over the last four weeks. Her confidence, independence, and social skills have blossomed, and her swimming progress blew us out of the water (literally!)! We really felt that you got to know her and appreciated every picture and video. We look forward to making more memories at Maplewood in the years to come.
I just wanted to reach out to let you know what an amazing summer Caleb is having at camp. Caleb always loved Maplewood but this is by far his favorite summer yet! He loves his counselors s much and is having a ball. Maplewood is just the best and we are so lucky to have you guys in our kids’ lives. Thank you for all that you do to make summer camp so wonderful!
I wanted to take a moment to highlight the AMAZING experience my kids enjoy while at camp. I have heard a great deal about kayaking and seeing the turtles. I have heard about the pedal karts, the penny dive, and have even been taught some new dance moves they have brought home. They come home with smiles and stories that are a true testament to how amazing Maplewood is and friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you again for the follow up and for providing such an amazing camp for all the kids to enjoy, we feel so lucky to be part of the Maplewood family and look forward to the summers to come.
I just wanted to let you know that Connor came home from camp yesterday and said it was the best day ever. Like many parents I am sure, we were a little worried about the rain. When I asked Connor how his rainy day at camp was he said “OMG MOM, it was the best day yet!” It was the best and I even made a new friend, Jack!”
Thank you so much for giving Claire such an incredible summer experience at camp this summer. As you know, this was her first year at Maplewood, and she lived it more than I could have ever hoped! I am so grateful to you, and to her amazing counselors, for helping her learn and grow so much this summer, all while having the absolute best time. She is especially proud of all of the progress she’s made in swimming, and we have been in awe of how quickly she picked it up.
Thank you to you and everyone else that is working hard to make sure Finn has successful days at camp. Signing him up for Maplewood I had no idea what to expect and our experience has far exceeded my expectations. I am amazed by the support available, the communication, and the overall experience. Everyday I leave drop off knowing your all have Finn’s best interest at heart and are a few steps away if he needs the support.
As the end of summer approaches I wanted to reach out to you and let you know how much fun David had this summer at Maplewood. I was very nervous about how he would like camp and settle in because of his anxiety. He tried so many things this summer and just adored the staff! He comes home happy every day filled with wonderful stories! As his Mom, I could cry I am so happy! I know he will be extremely excited nest summer when he knows how much fun he’s going to have at camp!
Discover Our Day Camp Enrollment Process
It's as easy as 1..2..3..4!
Step 1
Create an account or log into existing one
You will be asked for your personal details as a parent/guardian as well as info for the child or children you want to enroll.
Step 2
Complete Camper Application Form
This online form will guide you through providing all the info needed. You will also be asked to review the financial portion of the application form. Once you are ready, you can submit the form.
Step 3
Application Review & Approval
Once application is submitted our team will review the application, enroll your camper, and charge the $400 deposit. If for some reason there is not availability then the parent will receive a call to review and discuss other options.
Step 4
Prepare for Camp Season!
Once your camper is enrolled you will be billed based on your payment plan choice and you will receive communications as we head into the camp season.
FAQs
These are the most frequent questions we get about Summer Camp Season. Can't find an answer here? Get in touch and we'll be glad to help!
Summer 2025 will start on Monday, June 23rd, and ends on Friday, August 15th.
- The buses pull into the camp between 8:55 and 9:10.
- Round-up, which is our morning all-camp activity runs from 9:15 -to 9:30.
- First group activity beginning at 9:30.
- The buses leave at 3:40 pm.
Campers can bring their own lunch to camp. These lunches are refrigerated. We have a partnership with My Hot Lunchbox which delivers delicious meals prepared by local restaurants your camper knows and loves. More info on that here.
We offer an Extended AM program which runs from 7:30-9:00am and an Extended PM program which runs from 4:00-6:00 pm.
This program is overseen by our awesome staff who will run sports, crafts, and group games. There are even lifeguards in the afternoon so our campers can swim in our beautiful, heated pool!
A morning and afternoon snack are provided for each camper. You can sign up to use this program on a daily basis or just as needed. We are flexible to fit your schedule and needs.
A group has approximately 20 children with 5 staff members. Please note that we hire many educators to run the camp groups. Our head staff consists of teachers, guidance counselors, school psychologists, etc. The group will also have Junior Counselors. Our junior staff are college-age and upper level high school students, many of whom have trained with us as CITs and Sr. CITs.
Campers can bring their lunch to camp. These lunches are refrigerated. There is also an online option through My Hot Lunchbox! Get delicious meals delivered to Maplewood hassle-free.
Your child should bring 2 bathing suits; towels; flip-flops or sandals for the pool; sunblock; insect repellant towelettes: a hat or visor, lunch, and a jacket or sweatshirt if it is cool.
Our staff is our most important asset. We take pride in providing mature, professionally trained, and motivated staff.
Our head staff consists of a mixture of teachers, guidance counselors, and school psychologists and come to us with a wealth of childcare experience.
Each applicant must undergo a rigorous one-on-one interview with the Director.
Staff members must have excellent references, impressive experience working with children, and a willingness to dedicate their summer to the care and supervision of our campers. In addition, we conduct extensive background checks in the form of CORI and SORI reporting.
Many of our staff members are former Maplewood campers and many have been with us for 10, 15, or even 25 years. They truly are a part of our camp family.
Maplewood provides a unique summer experience with an emphasis on family, friendship, and community. We are proud of our well-rounded program which offers a multitude of structured options for every type of interest.
The staff that we employ also sets us apart from other camps. There is true value in hiring a professional, experienced person that will be there for your children, guiding them through their day.
You will find that we value every camper and staff member and always look forward to welcoming new and old campers into our camp family
Yes, we have a registered nurse on staff to care for your child if they are not feeling well or needs medication administered during the camp day. Our nurses come to us with many years of nursing experience. They can handle everything from minor cuts to more serious medical concerns such as asthma, food allergies, and diabetes. The nurse's office is air-conditioned and has a quiet space for campers to rest if needed.
Since 1965 over 30,000 children have learned to swim at Maplewood. Highly trained and experienced Certified Water Safety Instructors who have worked at Maplewood for 5, 10 and even 15 years guide our campers to success in swimming.
Our 2 heated Olympic-sized heated pools are specifically designed for all swim levels from beginner to advanced swimmers. Campers swim twice a day, with a 30-minute swim lesson each morning and a one-hour free swim time each afternoon.
Maplewood is lucky enough to have our 5-acre lake which we use for boating and fishing, not swimming. Unlike a heated pool, lake water is not the best place to teach children to swim. It is difficult to keep children in chilly water for any significant length of time.
Our heated Olympic-size pools enhance our recreational and instructional swim programs. Campers never complain about the instructional swim and stay in the water as long as they possibly can.
We never stop, even when it rains. Each group has its own customized rainy-day schedule. We have a multitude of indoor spaces that can accommodate all campers and staff.
Campers will still be able to engage in sports, rock climbing, gymnastics, art, dance, drama, music, and more!!! The fun never stops even if the sun is not shining. Remember to pack your camper, a rain jacket, or a sweatshirt.
We offer free bus transportation, at centralized pick-up and drop-off locations. Serving Easton, Sharon, Mansfield, Norton, Brockton, Canton, Foxboro, Stoughton, Bridgewater, Raynham, Taunton, Plainville, Wrentham, and Franklin
The bus routes will be available at the end of May, and you will receive information regarding the location of your bus stop and the time of AM pick-up and PM drop-off.
Homesickness is common, and our counselors are trained to help campers adjust. We encourage open communication and provide support through engaging activities. Regular check-ins help campers feel connected and supported.
A $400 deposit per child is required with registration.
- 4 Payments - January 2025 thru April 2025
- 6 Payments - November 2024- April 2025
- 7 Payments - October 2024-April 2025
- pay in full balance is due on or before April 30th 2025
Sibling discounts: 5% for 2nd sibling, 10% for 3rd sibling, and 15% for a 4th sibling. The sibling discount does not apply to the 9th week of camp August 18-22, 2025.
Occupational Discounts: (one per family)
- 5% forSchool Teachers and Administrators, Police, Firefighters, and non-active Military.
- 10% for Active Military
We want to provide as much flexibility as possible if you need to cancel. Our policy is as follows:
- before Before February 1, 2025, all tuition, including your deposit, is fully refundable.
- After February 1, 2025, all tuition paid will be refundable until March 1, 2025, with the exception of your $400 deposit per child, which is non-refundable.
- After March 1, 2025, if you choose to withdraw your child from all or any sessions, we will credit your tuition amount (minus your deposit) to your family’s account for the summer of 2026.
Under the Child and Dependent Care Credit, expenses for sending qualifying children aged 13 and under to day camp can be tax deductible.
To qualify for tax savings, parents must have dependent children under the age of 13 enrolled in a day camp and must either be employed or a full-time student. As the day camp allows parents to work or attend school, its fees can be considered dependent-care expenses.
The tax benefits vary depending on household income and other factors. Parents are encouraged to consult a professional accountant or tax advisor to find out if they qualify and for how much.