Camps

Why Riverbend’s Camp?

Over the last five years, our attendance rate has increased 25%. Here are some reasons why:

  • 30 acres of kid-friendly forest, meadow, pond and stream habitats to explore
  • Unique features including live animals, interactive Lenape Village and weekly field trips to exciting destinations
  • Perfect mix of fun, educational and creative activities
  • Professional educators, each with college degrees or equivalent experience
  • Low child to educator ratio (10:1)
  • Session beginning in early June, ending in late August
  • Extended day option for working parents: 8:00 AM drop-off to 6:00 PM pick-up
  • Opportunity for children to connect with nature which can benefit them in all areas of their well-being
  • Chance for children to develop the foundation for lifelong environmental awareness

 

What parents say about Riverbend’s Camp!

"Attending Riverbend's summer camp has enabled my sons to understand more about nature and their role in helping take care of our environment. At a young age, the educators teach the children about doing important things to help the Earth. As they are growing up and returning to Riverbend throughout the school year and summers, they see what it truly means to Recycle, Reduce and Reuse. We feel very fortunate to have Riverbend in our community and look forward to seeing its continued growth in the future!"

"What a fabulous program...it is so wonderful to see your child with a grin from ear to ear while talking non-stop about their day."

"My child is covered from head to toe with dirt and happy as can be..."

"It is so well-organized. The trails, the creek adventures, the frog pond adventures....He simply loves it."

Registration Policies

  • Tuition Balances must be paid by June 1, 2010. Any unpaid balances will be charged a $25 late fee.
  • Schedule Changes will be accommodated to the best of Riverbend’s ability. However, many weeks are full by summer and changes may not be possible.
  • Cancellations/Refunds: Deposits are non-refundable. If cancellations are made after June 1st NO refund will be given.

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Latest News

07.26.2010

Phone Service is Down

Riverbend is experiencing difficulty with our phone lines.  In the event that we cannot be reached via phone, please send an email, and we will be able to respond and make phone calls via mobile devices. Visit our About Us...

Operation Summer Camp: Riverbend Gives to the Gulf

Although Gladwyne is a long way from the Gulf of Mexico, the staff and visitors at Riverbend have still been affected and concerned about the oil spill off the Gulf Coast.  In an effort to nurture and inspire tomorrow’s environmentally responsible and caring citizen...

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By Phone: 610.527.5234
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