Enrichment
Our Kent Place Summer Camp offers exciting summer enrichment, which provides children the opportunity to focus on a specialized area of interest through dynamic week-long programs. These programs are overseen by outstanding Kent Place faculty and staffed by outside professionals as needed to best suit our campers.
2025 SUMMER ENRICHMENT SESSION OFFERINGS
Chess Camp by Diplomat Chess
CHESS CAMP BY DIPLOMAT CHESS
Our coaches have taught thousands of children to play, including state and national champions, but most of our students are just looking to learn a new skill and have fun. Class time is divided between interactive group lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies and analysis of famous Grandmaster games. All chess equipment is provided by Diplomat Chess. All skill levels are welcome.
Chess Camp PROGRAM DETAILS
- Offered to students entering Grades 2-6
- Dates:
- July 14-18, 2025
- August 4 - 8, 2025
- Time:
- 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Full Day)
- 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (AM Half Day)
- 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (PM Half Day)
- Tuition:
- $850 (Full Day) per week
- $455 (Half Day) per week (No Lunch included with Half Day)
All campers will receive a three month complimentary gold account to ChessKid.com.
TGA Golf Camp
TGA GOLF CAMP
TGA of Union County is partnering with Kent Place to offer boys and girls entering grades 2-6 the most exciting golf camp. Kent Place Golf Camp is tailored for ALL SKILL LEVELS; from the never played before who is just starting out to the more experienced player looking to advance their game. Camp will be staffed by certified TGA instructors who focus on improving all aspects of each camper's golf game through specifically designed lesson plans. This ensures that each camper gets the individual attention and TIME necessary to achieve their goals.
Campers practice all aspects of the game: Swing Fundamentals, chipping, putting, driving, Golf rules & etiquette, competitive formats (best ball, match play, etc.), course management and decision making (driver vs. iron off the tee, etc.), and practice techniques. Students learn these skills by participating in stations and they rotate through each one to practice these skills and keep the day fun and engaging! We also incorporate simulated course play, golf games, and skills challenges into each week. Students always look forward to Golf Olympics each week! Golf Camp is all about providing a fun atmosphere for children of all ages and skill levels to play golf. Campers will build friendships, gain self-confidence, and create lifelong memories.
TGA Golf camp PROGRAM DETAILS
- Offered to students entering Grades 2–6
- July 21 - 25, 2025
- July 28 - August 1, 2025
- August 4 - 8, 2025
- Time:
- 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Full Day)
- 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (AM Half Day)
- 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (PM Half Day)
- Tuition:
- $850 (Full Day) per week
- $455 (Half Day) per week (No Lunch included with Half Day)
The camp includes 2 field trips:
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The PGA Superstore
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Ash Brook Golf Course: All campers will get the opportunity to play 9 holes on Ash Brook’s popular Par 3–9 hole course.
Summer Math Adventures
Summer Math Adventures
- Offered to students entering Grades 4-5
- Dates: Summer 2025 Dates TBD
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (AM Half Day) (no lunch is included for half-day camps)
- Cost: $910
Summer Math Adventures is a unique and engaging camp designed to cultivate confidence, ignite curiosity, and deepen conceptual understanding in young minds. This camp is tailored for students eager to overcome mathematical challenges and embark on a journey of self-discovery through problem-solving. This two-week program includes hands-on activities, visual learning tools, interactive sessions, and collaborative lessons that will encourage them to explore mathematical ideas in depth and cultivate a growth mindset!
Summer Math Adventures is open to students entering 4th and 5th grade. Sally Snyder and Robin Versh, KPS Primary School math teachers, will facilitate the instruction. Sally and Robin were recently trained by Jo Boaler and the YouCubed team at Stanford University. They are eager to share their passion for inquiry-based learning with their students!
Click here for more information about Summer Math Adventures.
Modernly Mannered
Modernly Mannered - FUN damentals for LIFE
- Offered to students entering Grades 1-5
- Dates & times:
July 7-11, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (AM Half Day)
OR
July 21-25, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (PM Half Day)
- Cost: $455 (Half Day - No Lunch Included)
This camp is filled with interactive activities that will help your child understand why manners matter. Eye contact, Introductions, Conversation skills, Grown-up titles, Respect, Greetings & Goodbyes, Tech manners, thank you notes, Leadership skills, Manners in public places , and Table manners will all be included. There will be many crafts and role-playing activities such as Me on Monday’s, On the Air, Let’s Eat, Game Time, and much more. At the end of the week, we will have an Outdoor picnic so that the children can put all of their skills to use! This program is certified by the American Academy of Etiquette and Manners to Go.