Darien Summer School & Enrichment

Think and act like real NASA innovators in this brand new hands-on space exploration adventure! Campers will step into the roles of astronauts, engineers, and mission planners as they explore what it takes to return to the Moon and beyond. They will be challenged to use creative and collaborative skills! Armed with the spark of an idea, a design notebook, and physical and digital tools, teams will modify NASA technology into spinoff designs:
🚀 Design their own mission patches
🚀 Build and test mini lunar rovers and real engine-power rockets!
🚀 Tackle space-themed engineering challenges
🚀 Train in Astronaut Boot Camp–a fun physical circuit that mimics real astronaut preparation
🚀 Kids will build and launch their own rockets, putting their engineering skills to the test. Parents are invited to watch the blast-off and celebrate a week of discovery!

This dynamic one-of-a-kind camp blends creativity, engineering, teamwork, and movement–perfect for young space explorers ready to blast off into an unforgettable week of discovery! Every camper leaves with projects to take home and memories that last a lifetime.

The LEGO® Motion Education program sparks student interest in STEAM through hands-on challenges that explore forces, motion, and interactions in sports and everyday systems. Using engineering-inspired LEGO sets with motors, students design, build, test, and refine moving models that bring physics concepts to life.

Through playful competition and collaborative problem-solving, students experiment with gears, wheels, and motor-driven systems while tackling creative, leveled challenges. Personalized guidance ensures both younger and more experienced builders are supported as they grow in confidence and skill.

Across five exciting lessons, this dynamic program blends physics, math, and communication into an engaging learning adventure led by Mr. David Herberger, a passionate DHS science teacher.

Still interested in our Mets camp this summer? We've got another discount code for you!

New York Mets Camps will be hosting several week-long camp sessions this summer and is offering friends and families of the Darien community an exclusive $100 discount on enrollment.

To view camp locations and redeem this promotion, please visit: WWW.METS.COM/CAMPS and enter the promo code 2026DARIEN100 in the application. This promotion will expire on May 27, 2026.

The Darien Blue Wave Wrestling Clinic is designed to improve individual wrestling technique and conditioning through a varsity-style practice approach for beginner through advanced wrestlers. Wrestlers will focus on physical and mental toughness while working to improve and expand their techniques. This clinic will consist of wrestling specific games, drills and exercises, along with the opportunity for live wrestling situations.

Students will be grouped according to age:
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-12

This fun, week-long summer class helps young learners build early literacy and numeracy skills to prepare for kindergarten. Children will explore letters, sounds, numbers, shapes, patterns and counting through a variety of hands-on activities, board games, puzzles, and engaging learning centers. This supportive summer class offers a fun and enriching way to prepare preschoolers for the expectations of kindergarten. Each week will have a different theme that our activities, books and projects will be centered around so children can sign up for multiple weeks.

If your child turns age three by January 1, 2026, they are eligible for this class and if your child is enrolled in Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year, they are eligible for this class.

Our Sensory Play Summer Camp is a hands-on, fun-filled experience where little learners explore the world through touch, sight, sound, and movement. Each day, children rotate through engaging sensory stations–like kinetic sand, water tables, slime, gardening, and creative art projects–while enjoying games, stories, and movement activities. Designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and fine motor skills, this camp turns everyday textures and materials into exciting adventures for young minds!

Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on journey through Italy! Over five days, our travelers will explore Italian culture through arts and crafts, music, games, cooking, and language activities. From making pasta necklaces to painting like Michelangelo and riding “gondolas,” every day is full of playful learning and new discoveries. Your little traveler will come home with a personalized passport, artwork, and memories of an unforgettable Italian adventure!

Join us for a week of wild fun as we explore animals from around the world! Little explorers will go on safaris, hunt for hidden rainforest creatures, waddle with penguins, hop with kangaroos, and discover local forest and farm animals—all through hands-on activities, sensory play, crafts, games, and story time. Each day is packed with movement, art, and language fun designed to spark curiosity and imagination in our youngest animal lovers!

In this four week camp, children will listen to engaging stories, sing lively songs, and create artwork inspired by the books we read together—such as Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and more. We will reflect on each story, share our thoughts with classmates, and build meaningful connections. This course encourages collaboration, creativity, and confidence as students work and learn together!

This July, join us for a week of high-level basketball skill development designed for players who are serious about improving their game. This camp focuses on individualized skill work, advanced fundamentals, and competitive situations that help athletes build confidence, sharpen decision-making, and take their game to the next level.

With small groups capped at 12 players per session, each athlete will receive personalized instruction, immediate feedback, and more reps than a typical camp. Our training approach blends individual skill development with modified game environments to ensure players learn to apply their skills under real competitive pressure.

What Players Will Learn:
- Advanced ball-handling and footwork
- Game-speed shooting form, finishing, and shot creation
- Passing reads, decision-making, and court awareness
- Game application (1v1, 2v2, 3v3) to sharpen IQ and transfer skills to gameplay
- How to train effectively, build habits, and develop a consistent off-season work routine

Who This Camp Is For:
- Players entering grades 4–9 who are highly motivated, competitive, and eager to improve. This is for players who love basketball and want to build toward the next level.

Format & Training Approach:
- Small training groups (High repetition, high engagement, and intentional skill progression)
- Combination of fundamentals, advanced concepts, and competitive drills
- Positive, structured environment focused on growth and confidence