The Waldorf School of St. Louis Early Childhood Summer Camps
Sessions: June 1-July 17, 2026
Let Kids Be Kids!
Through play, children develop the capacity for creative thinking, problem-solving, and social skills. These abilities flourish in a joyful, unhurried environment that balances child-led imaginative play with thoughtful, teacher-guided activities.
Campers will delight in exploring our outdoor spaces, featuring climbing structures, swings, sandy digging areas, open-ended building materials, and water play. Indoors, children are welcomed into warm, thoughtfully prepared spaces filled with natural wooden toys and handmade treasures that inspire wonder and imagination.
Each week offers unique Waldorf experiences that engage all the senses—kneading dough, chopping vegetables and fruit, painting, and crafting—inviting children to learn through meaningful, hands-on work.
Join our Early Childhood teachers for an imaginative summer of themed camps designed to spark curiosity and nurture the whole child. Campers will follow a familiar daily rhythm, much like the school year, sharing a morning snack together and enjoying a lunch packed from home.
- Camp Dates: June 1-5, June 8-12, July 6-10, and July 13-17
- Note that June camps are offered 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Ages 4 to Rising 1st Grade
- Note that July camps are offered 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Ages 3 to Rising Kindergarten
- Children must be fully potty-trained to participate.
Enchanted Forest: Monday, June 1st - Friday, June 5th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Ages 4 to Rising First Grade
WSSL faculty Mr. Steve Cossey, Miss Erin Winkles, and Mr. Zack Zackmann invite campers to our Enchanted Forest Camp, an outdoor adventure filled with wonder and imagination!
Campers will step into a magical woodland world, exploring our outdoor spaces and discovering the enchanted creatures that may be hiding along the way. Perhaps they’ll stumble upon a fairy home, catch a glimpse of a dragon’s tear, or uncover other forest surprises.
As they wander through the enchanted forest, campers will collect natural materials to create their own fairy homes, bringing their imaginations to life outdoors. While the majority of the camp experience takes place outside, campers will enjoy a daily indoor restorative moment for rest, relaxation, and quiet connection. Indoor space will also be available as needed in the case of inclement weather.
Sandcastles, Mud Pies, and Fireflies: Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 12th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Ages 4 to Rising First Grade
WSSL faculty Mr. Steve Cossey, Miss Erin Winkles, and Mr. Zack Zackmann invite campers to a week of meadow play and water adventures! Campers should wear clothes that can get wet and dirty as we transform the meadow into a cityscape of castles, channels, and dams.
Together, we’ll build and test boats, exploring why some float while others sink, all while sparking curiosity and creativity in the great outdoors. While the majority of the camp experience takes place outside, campers will enjoy a daily indoor restorative moment for rest, relaxation, and quiet connection. Indoor space will also be available as needed in the case of inclement weather.
The Wonderful World of Bugs: Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10th, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 3 to Rising Kindergarten
Insects are naturally fascinating to young children, and during this week-long camp, campers will enjoy an up-close look at the tiny creatures all around us. Join our faculty, Miss Erin Winkles and Mr. Steve Cossey, as we explore the insects living in the green spaces of our campus.
Campers will create their own creepy-crawly art, learn verses and songs, and enjoy insect-themed stories that spark curiosity and imagination. Children will follow a familiar daily rhythm, much like the school year, sharing a morning snack and enjoying a lunch packed from home.
While the majority of the camp experience takes place outside, campers will enjoy a daily indoor restorative moment for rest, relaxation, and quiet connection. Indoor space will also be available as needed in the case of inclement weather.
Enchanted Forest: Monday, July 13th - Friday, July 17th, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ages 3 to Rising Kindergarten
WSSL faculty Mr. Steve Cossey and Miss Erin Winkles invite campers to step into a magical woodland world filled with wonder and imagination! Campers will explore our outdoor spaces, discovering enchanted creatures along the way. Perhaps they’ll stumble upon a fairy home, catch a glimpse of a dragon’s tear, or uncover other forest surprises.
As they wander through the enchanted forest, campers will collect natural materials to create their own fairy homes, bringing their imaginations to life in the great outdoors. While the majority of the camp experience takes place outside, campers will enjoy a daily indoor restorative moment for rest, relaxation, and quiet connection. Indoor space will also be available as needed in the case of inclement weather.