Braintree MA Summer Camps and Programs 2025

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Discover the best summer camps in Abington, MA, offering exciting and enriching experiences for kids of all ages. Whether you’re searching for sports-focused programs, creative arts workshops, or educational day camps, Abington has a wide range of summer camp options designed to keep children engaged, active, and inspired throughout the summer months. Families seeking memorable and well-rounded summer experiences will find plenty of opportunities in Abington’s diverse summer camp landscape, where kids can build new skills, make lifelong friends, and create unforgettable memories in a safe and fun environment.

Updated for 2025

 

Thayer Academy Summer Camp

Camp Thayer is a co-ed day camp that runs from  June 16 – August 8, 2025    with a wide variety of daily schedule options, providing children ages 3.9 to 14 with an engaging and stimulating setting where they can actively enjoy the summer.

At Camp Thayer, dedicated teachers and counselors provide support and guidance to campers in a wide range of activities, including

archery
arts and crafts
baseball
basketball
boating and sailing
canoeing
capture the flag
clay and pottery
computers
dance
drawing
fishing
floor hockey
four square
graphic design
improve
kickball
lacrosse
painting
ping pong
ropes course
swimming
tennis
wiffleball

NOTE: Camp Thayer will be closed June 19 and July 4, 2025.

Weeks have been pro-rated

• Lower Camp
  • Weekly from June 16 through August 8, 2025; $475/week
  • For ages 3.9 to 5 years old
  • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Extended Day options are available (see below)

  Camp Thayer’s Lower Camp feature

Camp Thayer’s Lower Camp features activities that are scaled to size for young children, with a staff-to-child ratio of 1:5. Kids in this program enjoy a set schedule of activities, and remain with their groups and counselors throughout the day.

General Camp

• Weekly from June 16 through August 8, 2025; $615/week
• For ages 6 to 13 years old
• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Extended Day options are available

At Camp Thayer’s General Camp, children enjoy a variety of activities and are grouped with other campers their age. Groups are co-ed for grades 1 – 6. To encourage free expression and a sense of unity, girls and boys entering grades 7 and 8 are placed in single-sex groups. All activities provide kids with opportunities for new experiences or with time to spend on a favorite interest.

• CIT Program
  Weekly from June 16 through August 8, 2025; $400/week
  For ages 14 to 15 years old (limit 25)
  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CITs (Counselors in Training) are assigned to groups or activities as apprentices to the head and senior counselors. Participants develop leadership and interpersonal skills. As part of their training, CITs get a working knowledge of the many activities and program areas offered by Camp Thayer. An interview and references are required. Candidates should submit an application, then contact Cathy Turpel to schedule an interview.

Sports Camps

Camp Thayer’s Sports Camps allow kids to learn and develop their athletic skills in a fun, friendly, non-competitive environment. Highly skilled instructors and coaches teach game strategies and offer a full range of instruction. (Lunch and free swim included)

Basketball Skills & Drills

Girls Lacrosse

Theater Camps
Directed by Thayer Upper School Arts faculty Kelly Hines, John Crampton, and Dan Alosa, each production is custom written and musically arranged to feature all students in their best light and create a meaningful collaborative ensemble theatre experience. Students receive professional instruction in all foundational aspects of theatre arts – singing, dance, acting, and basic stagecraft. Large casts offer mentorship and support, and every student finds their moment to shine. All weeks have lunch and free swim included.

 

Merry Deb Summer Camp program 

available in Whitman & Braintree Location

Programs for the summer begin in June and end the Friday before Labor Day. Children 2.9-9 years of age are welcome. We are open Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. You may register for specific weeks or the entire summer, upon request you will receive a detailed summer camp packet, registration begins April 1st and continues to June 1st when all applications are final.
Weekly Activities
There are five different groups for camp and children are placed according to age. We have a theme based activity program with daily projects based on the theme for the week.
Part of the program includes arts/crafts, story- telling, singing, games, and dance.
Most of the camp staff are our teaching staff during the school year and are certified for the positions they hold. The older groups have weekly field trips off-site which are listed in the camp sign-up packet.
The Playground
Our large playground areas include, swings, seesaws, climbers, slides, trikes and cozy coupes.
The playground is also used for picnic lunch and snack times.
Sports Time
Older campers enjoy a planned sports activity daily in either the playground or the local park.
Games such as kickball, softball, soccer, tag, capture the flag, etc. are always fun. At the end of camp we use these sports during our Filed Day/Pizza Party activities.
Cooling Off
Braintree- the children enjoy the water slides (by age group) and are supervised during the water play time.
Whitman- the children enjoy a 3 foot deep in ground pool that is supervised by a certified life guard. All summer staff are certified in first aid and CPR procedures. The pool area is gated and locked when not in use.
Water play is optional and campers do not have to participate they can choose to opt out.

Braintree Recreation  Field Trippers Clinic 

waiting for 2025 info

The Field Trippers Clinic will be offered to kids who are interested in traveling to fun and exciting destinations throughout New England. Each week of Field Trips allows its participants the opportunity to see great places such as Canobie Lake Amusement Park, the Museum of Science and Omni Theater, a waterslide park, the New England Aquarium, IMAX Theater, Fenway Park tour and so much more!

General Information
Being prompt is very important to the success of these trips!
Some days, pick up times may differ due to the venue being visited. You’ll be notified in advance if such.
An experienced director and a staff of counselors accompany the group as escort chaperones and watch over the kids each and every day.
The price of admission to each location is included in the program fee.
Lunches are not provided for Field Trippers Clinic. Please provide your child with money to purchase lunch at daily destinations.
Do not allow child to bring valuable electronic devices or other personal valuables on field trip clinic days.
The week prior to camp, parents will be sent a listing of the five field trip destinations and any special instructions and information.
A new destination will be offered for each day of the program.
Kids must wear their Day Trippers Tee Shirts daily.

Braintree Recreation  General Summer Sports Camp

waiting for 2025 dates registration opens late March early April

General Information
Age appropriate group recreational activities are organized at the Recreation Department’s summertime General Sports Clinic, which will be based out of the Daughraty Gym  six separate weeks. Boys and girls, who will be ages 8 to 13 during the week in which they are enrolled, will enjoy different group activities each day, including but not limited to sports, games, arts and crafts and more! Each child will receive a tee shirt, snacks and beverages during breaks, and lunch each day during the clinic. (Please make us aware of any food allergies your child may have prior to their participation in the clinic). A caring and compassionate staff consisting of a director and up to six instructors will be present to welcome the children as they arrive in the rear parking lot at the Daughraty Gym. Parents should plan on dropping their children off every morning by 9:00am and returning in the afternoon to pick them up by 3:00pm.

Braintree  Kiddo’s Clinic

waiting for 2025 info

Age appropriate group recreational activities are organized at the Recreation Department’s summertime Kiddo’s Clinic. This is the department’s 21st summer of Kiddo’s Clinic and it promises to be our best year yet! Don’t let your child miss out as registration rosters fill up very quickly.

*Registration is limited to a maximum of three weeks per child*

Registration Information Please read carefully!
Age eligibility is at the time actual clinic is held.
Staff reserves the right to ask parent to remove a child due to circumstances such as child is too young or immature, behavioral issues, or skill level is deemed inappropriate for the program.
This program is restricted to Braintree residents ONLY!
Falsification of residency, age or other information will subject the individual to dismissal from the program without refund!

General Information
Age appropriate group recreational activities are organized at the Recreaton Department’s summertime Kiddo’s Clinics, which will be based out of the Hollis School gymnasium beginning June 24th for six separate weeks.
Boys and girls who will be ages 5 to 7 during the week in which they are enrolled will enjoy five different group game activities each day. Each child will receive a tee shirt, snacks and beverages during breaks, and lunch each day during the clinic. (Please make us aware of any food allergies your child may have prior to their participation in the clinic.)
A caring and compassionate staff consisting of a director and up to six instructors will be present to welcome the children as they arrive in the rear parking lot at the Hollis Elementary School.
Parents should plan on dropping their children off every morning at 9:00 a.m. and returning in the afternoon to pick them up at 3:0

Braintree Afterschool enrollment

waiting for 2025 dates and info

The B.A.S.E. camp is licensed by the Braintree Board of Health and the Department of Early Education and Care.

The program operates from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM during the summer for children ages 6 years old (having completed a year of Kindergarten)-12 years old.

During non-COVID summers, our summer program activities include Arts & Crafts, Sports, Drama, and MANY field trips.

Our weekly (normal) session tuition includes the admission to places such as: Davis Farmland, Whale Watch, Water Wizz, Brockton Rox, Fenway Park Tour, Southwick Zoo, Canobie Lake Park & much much more! Our summer registration forms are located under the forms tab.

 

 

Nike Basketball Camp at Thayer Academy 

Train in the newly renovated Thayer Sports Center with some of the best coaches in New England in summer 2022! This Braintree basketball camp offers half-day and full-day options, with focus placed on fundamentals, individual and team-based skill work, offensive and defensive drills, and competitive scrimmaging.

A Step Ahead (ASA) Nike Basketball Camps are designed for the player looking to improve their game and basketball IQ. Emphasis is placed on fundamental development, shooting, offense/defense, team play, and more.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Fundamental instruction, individual development, and team play
Off-court discussions and activities to enhance on-court game
Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!

Coach Moses is so great with the kids. Not just on basketball, but on overall life skills. I will definitely be doing more of these camps and all programs that ASA offers. The younger coaches clearly have been trained well and have a lot of passion for the sport, and for kids in general. Very organized and fun for the kids!

Owen had an amazing time at camp. He was not sure about going and ended up having a terrific time. He was recognized as camper of the day and on the last day was awarded the “coaches” award. I cannot express how much this week meant to him and us.

2025 DATES

• February Complete Skills: February 17-20
• April Complete Skills: April 22-24
• Complete Skills I: June 23-27
• Complete Skills II: July 7-11
• Complete Skills III: August 18-21

CAMP HOURS

Summer Sessions I & II Camp Hours:
Check in: Monday at 8:30am
Meals: Food is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Half Day Camp Daily Hours: MON-FRI 9AM-12PM
Full Day Camp Daily Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM FRI 9AM-2PM

Summer Session III Camp Hours:
Check in: Monday at 8:30am
Meals: Food is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Half Day Camp Daily Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-12PM
Full Day Camp Daily Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM

 

Nike Volleyball Camp at Thayer Sports Center

Come train with Emmanuel College and Curry College Head Volleyball Coach, Bori May, at our volleyball camp in Massachusetts. Campers have the opportunity to play in the newly renovated Thayer Sports Center on the Thayer Academy South Athletic Campus and work on improving their volleyball techniques.

At this Braintree volleyball camp, boys and girls are invited to attend and work on fine-tuning their skill set through a variety of drills that emphasize their fundamentals in setting, hitting, and passing. Come enjoy this summer volleyball camp for a week of competitive fun and become a better athlete!

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Excellent training facilities
Morning and afternoon training sessions
1:10 staff to camper ratio
Training for all skill levels
Nike Volleyball Camps T-shirt and prizes! (multi-day camps only)

Camp sessions SOLD OUT in 2025. You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2025 SUMMER OVERVIEW

• Session I: June 23-27
• Session II: July 7-11
• Session III: July 14-18
• Session IV: August 4-8
• Session V: August 11-15
• Age Group: 10-18
• Gender: Girls & boys
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm Day 1-4, 9:00am-2:00pm on Day 5
• Check-in: 30 minutes prior to camp start time on Day 1
• Check-out: 2:00pm on Day 5
• Camp Type: Day Camp
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided, please bring a sack lunch to camp each day.

Nike Lacrosse Boys summer camp at Thayer Sports Center 

Come join us this summer 2024 at the Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp at Thayer Sports Center and take your game to the next level! Campers will train each day at the Thayer Sports Center turf field.

Our goal is to stimulate a love for the game by immersing you in the sport and giving you the kind of focused, intensive training essential to improvement. Over the course of camp, we want to create a unique training and learning experience that will help your enthusiasm and self-confidence grow along with your skills.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
High School & Youth Camp for Boys Ages 10-18
8:1 camper to instructor on field ratio
Daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages
Team and sibling discounts available
Special goalie instruction and discounts available
Every camper receives a reversible Nike practice jersey
Nike and STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement

SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, the Nike Lacrosse Camp at Thayer Sports Center runs 9:00am-3:00pm each day and campers need to bring their own equipment and lunch each day.

2025 OVERVIEW

Dates: July 21-25

Age Group: 10-18

Gender: Boys

Camp Type: Day

Schedule: 8:30am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday

Check-In: Check-in takes place between 8:00am-8:30am at Thayer Sports Center.

Check-out: Check-out takes place each day at 2:00pm at the field.

Meals: All campers need to bring their own lunch each day.

 

Braintree MA Basketball Day  camp at East Middle School

C0-ed program

Join the superior Behn Basketball Camp coaching staff this summer and enhance your skills Braintree East Middle School.   Focus is placed on fundamentals, shooting, and passing through competitive drills and intense scrimmages. Boys and girls, ages 8-16 will improve while having fun in an encouraging environment.

The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Emphasis on fundamentals and focus on proper shooting technique
Learning team play on both offense and defense
Official Behn Camp T-shirt

Though we’ve said only a few words to each other, you have been a tremendous mentor for my daughter. She has attended your Basketball Camp at Acton the past two years. After her first year at your Camp I noticed her basketball skills and confidence improved dramatically. She tried out for a spot on our local travel team. She was one of 9 other girls trying out for two positions. She made the team. Once again, thanks to you and your team of counselors for what she learned, she is ready.

 

Goddard School Summer Camp

 

Our summer camp curriculum incorporates STEAM learning (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) into exciting, one-of-a-kind and fun experiences for your child every day! We offer a broad range of programs and mini-camps to pique the interest and curiosity of every child.

The founding principle of The Goddard School’s curriculum is that children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun. We have integrated this philosophy into every aspect of our summer camp to foster play-based learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. We’ve created a variety of camps so your children can find a program they will absolutely love. See them below!

Camp Viva

Camp Viva 2024 will run the weeks of Aug 4th & Aug 11th this camp sells out early each year if you are interested in getting a spot do so quicky

Camp Viva has been operating since 2014 as a summer camp for elementary and middle schoolers who have the power to craft their day. Children are able to focus on a core specialty— sports, crafts, painting, STEAM, or drama — and fill the rest of their day with fun activities from other specialties. This way, campers get a taste of everything and (hopefully) try new things!

Camp Viva’s mission can be broken into three distinct goals:

To provide a safe environment where children feel comfortable trying new things.

To create a fun atmosphere where positive social skills are modeled and practiced.

To encourage the belief in the Growth Mindset: all children are capable of acquiring new skills by working hard, having fun and learning from each new experience.

Nike Soccer Camps at Thayer Academy Braintree

Come improve your skills with Nike Soccer Camps in Braintree, MA! Campers focus on all aspects of the game including refining fundamental skills and positional work through challenging exercises and scrimmages.

A Step Ahead (ASA) Nike Soccer Camps are designed for the player looking to improve their game and soccer IQ. Emphasis is placed on fundamental development, shooting, offense/defense, team play, and more. Instruction is available to boys and girls, ages 8-16, playing at all levels, from beginner to advanced. Players are evaluated on the first day and placed in groups on age and ability. Improve your skills and meet new friends this summer at the Braintree Nike Soccer Camp!

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Low 10:1 camper to coach ratio
Technical and tactical instruction
Nike Soccer Camp T-shirt

SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Due to local and state regulations, we anticipate having to reduce our enrollment numbers significantly this year. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

Camp Dates:

June 30 – July 3, 2025 (Mon-Thur)

July 14-18, 2025 (Mon-Fri)

Ages: 7-16

Gender: Coed

Full-Day: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm*

Half Day: 8:30 am – 11:30 am*

Check-In & Out Location: Thayer Sports Center
Meals: Lunch is NOT included. Please send your camper with a packed lunch

Braintree Kindercare  summer school age programs 

Winter break, spring break, summer break—when school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that’s focused on fun. We welcome children ages 5–12 during school break times and make sure they have a sensational, screen-free experience they won’t forget.

Pond Meadow Park Summer Nature Program

Summer Nature Program 2025 waiting for 2025 info  the pond meadow park is now run by Weymouth Recreation

Under the guidance of experienced counselors at Pond Meadow Park, the Summer Nature Program provides children ages six through eleven with a week of fun and education with nature. Through a combination of hikes, arts and crafts, fishing and more, children learn about the outdoor world around them.

Features
|Nature hikes, arts and crafts, sport
|Pond Discovery Day including fishing, contests with prizes
|Kayaking (for the 9-11 age group water level permitting)
|Potential Trip to Great Esker for Competition with Esker Adventure Program(for the 9-11 age group transportation permitting)
|Bushwhack through the Park and bring home your favorite hidden treasure
|Go Mudding and adopt a turtle or frog for the week
|Tie-dye your own T-shirt, socks or whatever!
|Discover nature in your own town plus much more!!

Program Details & Fee
|Staffed by counselors (CORI & SORI approved)
|Space is limited – one session limit per child
|Open only to Weymouth and Braintree residents (waiting list available to others if program does not fill)
|Program is held rain or shine – dress appropriately!
|No over the phone registration – In person at Weymouth Parks and Recreation office or online here.
|Children must bring their own lunch, drinks and snacks
|For more information call Weymouth Parks and Recreation 781-682-6124
|Fee – $295.00 per child per one week session (one week limit due to demand).
|Scholarships – needs based scholarships are available by request thanks to the “Friends of Pond Meadow” group. Please send all inquiries to Erin at eraymond@weymouth.ma.us
|Each Program Session runs 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
|Drop off is anytime between 8-8:30pm @ the Braintree Side Nature Center
|Pickup is anytime between 4-4:30pm @ the Braintree Side Nature Center

Braintree Scorpions soccer Camp

waiting for 2025 info

Calling all young girl soccer players on the South Shore
Join the Scorpions Soccer Club for a FREE summer soccer clinic designed exclusively for you. ⚽
Get ready to improve your skills, make new friends, and have a blast on the field. 🤩 Our experienced coaches will guide you through fun drills, games, and exercises to enhance your technique and build your confidence.
🗓 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays,
🕒 Time: 6:00pm to 7:15pm
📍 Location: Daily Field in Braintree. 654 Washington Street.

 

Magical Nursey School Braintree

The Magic Years Summer program has been created to provide a fun, safe and enriching environment for your child(ren) to enjoy. We are committed to fostering learning, friendship and fun for your child. The program is a special place for children to learn, grow and fulfill their spirit of adventure. We pride ourselves on filling your child’s day with age appropriate activities and experiences. Children will enjoy both indoor and outdoor fun. Activities include drama, arts & crafts, rookie sports, music, movement and games will fill each day. Our counselors are college students who are carefully selected based upon their leadership skills. All counselors are trained in First Aid with the number one priority of maintaining a fun, secure and safe environment.

Weekly Themes
Magic Years Summer Camp Weeks are action packed and filled with indoor and outdoor fun. Each week of our summer program is designed around a unique child friendly theme. We have experienced everything from Magic & Fantasy to the Wild West and this year we are embarking on a trip Around the World. The children participate in theme based activities including drama, crafts, music, stories and special guests. All are weeks are enriched by adding outdoor play experiences with little tikes cars, scooters, bubbles, playground toys and introductions to team sports.

​Special Guests
All weeks are further supported by inviting special guests to come and engage the campers. Guests have provided campers with experiences including, pony rides, magic shows, science explorations, dinosaur digs, spanish instruction, gym sports and many others.

Daily Schedule
9:00-Drop off & Morning Playground

9:30-Good Morning Songs

9:40-Arts & Crafts, Drama, Music or Special Guest activities

10:30-Snack Time (snacks are varied and supplied by camp)

10:40-Rookie Sports, Playground & Little Tikes Time

11:40-Story Time

12:00-Lunch & Fine Motor Crafts/Games

1:00-Closing Activites & Dismissal/Pick Up

1:00-2:00pm Optional “Stay n’ Play” available daily for $8.00

 

Program Fees & Information
Magic Years Summer Camp is open to children ages 2.9 years old through 5 years old.

 

If you are looking for summer camp in other towns besides Braintree check out the South Shore Boston Summer Camp guide.

Check out the Boston and New England Travel guide  to help you plan a great summer