Summer Adventure
Options for students, incoming
K through 5Â
Carlsbad Kids Care delivers convenient, affordable, quality care all summer long with Summer Adventure! Students entering grades K – 5 enjoy weekly themes that allow them to explore creatively, all day! Every Summer Adventure is infused with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math), age-appropriate activities, crafts, group games, 90-minute lessons, outdoor recreation, and more! Enroll in one or both weeks of each theme.
Summer programs benefit year-round learning for students. All proceeds fund enriching educational experiences in Carlsbad Unified School District.
Summer Brochure
Details
Hours:
7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Monday – Friday
June 11 – August 13
Location:
Kelly Elementary School
4885 Kelly Dr.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Pricing:
Weekly Adventure: $260
Early Bird: $230 when registered by May 22, 2025
Weeks 1, 4, & 10 are prorated for a partial week.
Sample Schedule
7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.: Check-in and Free Play
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Outdoor Roundup, Snack, and Pep Rally
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Activity Block
11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.: Lunch, Games and Team Challenge
12:40 p.m. – 2:10 p.m.: Activity Block
2:10 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Closing Pep Rally and Announcements
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Snack and Outdoor Games
5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Cleanup and Check-out
Additional Information
- Pack a lunch, additional snacks, and a water bottle (two snacks per day are provided at camp).
- Apply sunscreen prior to camp (pack sunscreen for camper to reapply) and wear closed toe shoes.
- Medication and a Medical Authorization Form (found online) must be given to the Camp Coordinator.
- Weekly camp information is emailed the Friday prior to the first day of each week of camp.
- Campers are placed in groups of similar grade. We are unable to accommodate specific grouping requests.
Combo Camp Savings
Save $75 and maximize the fun at Summer Adventure by attending an Enrichment Camp the same week!
When booking, select the Enrichment Camp you want to attend and add the Combo Summer Adventure Camp during checkout.
Early Bird Rate
$230 weekly rate when registered by May 22, 2025
Weekly Adventures
KIDS CARE OLYMPICS
June 11 – June 20 Weeks 1 & 2 (Week 1 is Wed-Fri)Â
Get ready to go for the gold in these weeks packed with games, teamwork, and Olympic-sized fun! Work with your class to create team names, flags, and bandanas, then dive into exciting games like soccer, balloon tennis, and broom hockey. Between crafting Olympic torches, paper jerseys, and medals, you’ll train hard, play harder, and show off your skills in the Kids Care Olympics. Join us for one or both weeks of unforgettable challenges, team spirit, and medal-worthy memories!
PASSPORT TO FLAVOR
June 23 – July 3 Weeks 3 & 4 (Closed July 4)Â
Whisk, stir, and chop your way around the world! We will explore locations abroad, recreating their vibrant art, music, dances, and recipes. Our junior chefs will enjoy healthy bites, global flavors, and sweet treats with simple, tasty recipes. Learn about international holidays like Lunar New Year and Diwali and how they are celebrated. Craft colorful Holi creations, design chef hats and aprons, and bake treats inspired by global traditions. It’s a delicious mix of cooking, culture, and creativity!Â
TIME TRAVELERS
July 7 – July 18 Weeks 5 & 6
Step into the Summer Adventure time machine! Join us on an epic adventure where we travel from medieval castles to futuristic cities! Jump back in time to build your own pyramid, churn butter, uncover dinosaur fossils, and mine for gold. Then, fast forward to design flying cars and floating cities. Explore a new time period each day with activities, games, and art for two weeks of hands-on history!Â
ANYTHING GOES
August 1 Weeks 7 & 8Â
Each day is a new adventure! Mix it up every day with a new theme and activities. Start off with Disney Day where magic comes alive. Score big on Sports Day with games and friendly rivalries. Channel your inner scientist on Mad Scientist Day, let your creativity flow on Art Day, put your problem-solving skills to work on Engineering Day, and bring your imagination to life with Minecraft Day. With STEAM- focused activities and endless surprises, this camp guarantees discovery and smiles.Â
Waterpalooza
August 4 – August 13 Weeks 9 & 10 (Week 10 is Mon-Wed)Â
Ahoy, adventurers! Pack your swimwear, hats, and sunscreen as we set sail on a treasure-filled journey where pirates and mermaids rule the seas! Learn the secrets of seafaring history, create your own pirate flags, learn about marine life, craft mermaid tails, and dive into daily outdoor water-themed activities and games. Tinker with water engineering and learn beach safety lessons. It’s two weeks of fun in the sun—complete with a Slip ’N Slide and seashell art to end your summer with a splash!
Summer Brochure
Benefits to Enrollment
Early Bird Rate
Enroll early & save! Early-bird pricing will be available!
Safe Environment
Safety guidelines include group size limitations, check-in procedures, and cleaning protocols.
Educational Fun
Sharpen understanding of nature, reasoning, reading, and more. Develop interpersonal relationships through teamwork and communication.
Age-Appropriate Activity
Students experience theme-centric activities in groups based on the grade they will be entering in the fall.
Combo Camp Discount
Attend an enrichment camp the same week you attend Summer Adventure and save $75 off the weekly rate!
Offsite Field Trips
Take an adventure offsite by signing up for one of the weeks with a field trip. Excursions include the movies, museums, and more.
What Parents Say
Summer Program Information
Cancellations and Refunds
If any summer program is canceled by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation, a full refund will be available or a change of schedule may be made with no processing fee. The Carlsbad Educational Foundation respects the fact that life is unpredictable and that it may become necessary for you to withdraw from a summer program. In consideration to life’s uncertainties, we offer the following refund policies:
Summer Adventure
Receive a 75% refund if cancelled at two weeks prior to weekly camp start date. If cancelling within two weeks, there is no credit or refund. Weeks are non-transferable to another week. Cancellations in writing must be submitted via email to Carlsbad Kids Care: KidsCare@CarlsbadEd.org.
Summer Enrichment
Receive a 75% refund when cancellation is submitted in writing at least two weeks before any half-day enrichment camp. Full-day enrichment camps must be canceled within four weeks of the start date for a 75% refund. No credit or refund if canceling within two weeks of a camp start date. You may transfer a purchased enrichment camp to another enrichment camp of the same price for no additional charge. Cancellations must be submitted via email to EnrichmentPrograms@CarlsbadEd.org.
Summer Academy
Once a class has begun, students may withdraw by completing a Withdrawal Request Form, available online here. You may also request a withdrawal form by emailing SummerAcademy@CarlsbadEd.org. Final approval for dropping a class will be given by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation.
All enrollment cancellations and refund requests must be submitted through the Cancellation/Drop Request Form found online here.
Financial Aid
Carlsbad Educational Foundation awards financial assistance for Enrichment Camps and Summer Academy. A percentage of tuition assistance is discounted based on financial need and availability. Guardians must apply by the deadline assigned for each program. Applying for financial aid does not guarantee any financial aid will be awarded.