I am ready for a long road flight for working with a week- or months-long projects.
NYC Nature Lab Summer Camp
For children ages 2 to 12.
Science experiments, outdoor exploration, art, and curated field trips across New York City.
11 weeks of adventures from June 15 to August 28, 2026.
Science experiments, outdoor exploration, art, and curated field trips across New York City.
11 weeks of adventures from June 15 to August 28, 2026.
This summer, our Montessori environments will transform into vibrant Nature Labs, where children engage in hands-on exploration and outdoor learning. Over ten thematic weeks in New York City, they will discover the natural world through scientific inquiry, meaningful work, and joyful activity. Guided by Montessori principles of freedom and respect for nature, children become scientists, artists, and caretakers of the Earth.
Throughout the program, children will:
Our summer program is open to all families, not just current Hopscotch families. If you are interested in enrolling, please fill out the form below.
A minimum enrollment of 2 weeks is required.
Throughout the program, children will:
- Work with real scientific tools, natural materials, and Montessori resources.
- Practice observation, recording, and environmental stewardship.
- Engage in freedom within structure — choosing meaningful work each day.
- Build independence, concentration, and a lasting love for the natural world.
Our summer program is open to all families, not just current Hopscotch families. If you are interested in enrolling, please fill out the form below.
A minimum enrollment of 2 weeks is required.
In our Preschool Nature Lab, young explorers engage in tactile, play-based learning that stimulates their senses and nurtures their natural curiosity. Each week features hands-on experiments — shaking, pouring, measuring, building — giving students a physical connection to scientific concepts. Through art, song, and movement, children develop early scientific thinking, fine motor skills, and a deep appreciation for the living world around them.
Available at both our Upper East Side (UES) and VIA 57 campuses.
Available at both our Upper East Side (UES) and VIA 57 campuses.
Toddler (2−3 y.o.) & Primary (3−5 y.o.)
Our Elementary Nature Lab fosters deeper inquiry, project-based learning, and real-world problem-solving. Students learn by doing: testing wind and soil, building structures, observing insects, mixing natural dyes, and exploring NYC’s parks, gardens, and waterways. They will engage in experiments, mapping, journaling, model-making, and eco-advocacy projects that connect classroom learning to the city’s urban ecosystems.
Available at our VIA 57 campus.
Available at our VIA 57 campus.
K to 6th Grade /
Elementary School (5–12 y.o.)
Elementary School (5–12 y.o.)
Summer 2026 Program Schedule & Tuition (per week)
Please note: Due to school renovations in August, our UES campus will host a 7-week program instead of 10. Families enrolling at UES who need coverage in August can rely on our bus service to continue their program at our VIA 57 campus.
Please download the application form, complete it, and send it to us at info@hopscotchmontessori.com for the UES campus or info57@hopscotchmontessori.com for the VIA 57 campus.
To secure your spot, a $500 deposit is required after your application is received. All changes to your summer schedule should be confirmed by April 1, 2026.
To secure your spot, a $500 deposit is required after your application is received. All changes to your summer schedule should be confirmed by April 1, 2026.
Apply for the 2026 Summer Program
