About
Sidwell Summer offers Camp Broadway MyWay, Summer Equity and Justice Institute, AM Only + PM Only Programs, LEGO® Play-Well TEKnologies, STEP - Summer STudies Enrichment Program, Summer Studies, Chess Camp, Codemoji Coding Camp, Dungeons & Dragons Camp, Basketball, Soccer, Elite Soccer, Innovation Lab - DEAN Adventure Camps, Design & Style - DEAN Adventure Camps, and Wrestling Camp. The program offers summer programming on DC Campus and Bethesda Campus.
Programs
- Camp Broadway MyWay — 2-8
- Summer Equity and Justice Institute — Grades 6-12
- AM Only + PM Only Programs — PM program that can be added for those attending an AM Only program.
- LEGO® Play-Well TEKnologies — Grades K-5 · Utilizes expert instructors and thousands of LEGO® to build problem-solving skills, provide creative expression, and foster appreciation for how things work.
- STEP - Summer STudies Enrichment Program — Grades 6-9 · Offers students entering Grades 6–9 the chance to explore new interests while honing classroom skills.
- Summer Studies — Grades 2-12 · Offers both Non-Credit and Credit courses in a range of academic areas.
- Chess Camp + Codemoji Coding Camp + Dungeons & Dragons Camp — Grades 1-10 · Chess Camp, Codemoji Coding Camp, and Dungeons & Dragons Camp.
- Basketball — Grades 2-8 · Designed to meet the needs of campers of every skill level, from beginner to AAU player.
- Soccer + Elite Soccer — Grades K-9 · Designed for players who have a love of the game and want to develop their skills.
- Innovation Lab - DEAN Adventure Camps — Grades K-5
- Design & Style - DEAN Adventure Camps — Grades K-8
- Wrestling Camp — Grades 2-8 · Come learn about the sport of wrestling and learn new skills and moves.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
- General schedule: Sidwell Summer offers a variety of summer programming on DC Campus and Bethesda Campus.
About the provider
Sidwell Summer says its offerings are consistent with the values of Sidwell Friends School. These values include a commitment to diversity while respecting the individual, the stimulation of intellectual and personal growth, and the building of its summer camp community. Sidwell Summer is ranked one of DC's hottest summer camp for kids.
Registration is closed for Summer 2026.
What families say
“My children have done a lot of camps but Sidwell Summer is the only they ask to do every summer!” — Sarah, mom to 3 kids
“Working here has allowed me to learn life skills, have fun and make an impact on kids - what a great summer opportunity!” — Jacob, Returning Staff
“I like Sidwell Summer because I can do different camps each week but people still know me.” — Camper, age 9
Last updated September 22, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.