College Settlement of Philadelphia

College Settlement of Philadelphia offers Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Outdoor School, Teen Adventure, and CIT / Jr Counselor. The program serves ages 5 through 18. Its Outdoor School program includes Day Trip Programs, Overnight Programs, and Spring and Fall Outdoor School Program offerings.

Programs

• Day Camp
• Overnight Camp
• Outdoor School
• Teen Adventure
• CIT / Jr Counselor

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Summer camp and outdoor school are offered; the Outdoor School program is for elementary, middle and high school students. Day Trip Programs and Overnight Programs are offered for Outdoor School. Spring and Fall Outdoor School Program is offered.
• Facility hours: Open today 09:00 am – 05:00 pm

About the provider

College Settlement of Philadelphia was founded in 1892. Its mission is to deliver a unique camp experience to young people concentrated in the greater Philadelphia area, without regard to economic circumstances. The Camp Director and Asst Director facilitate the Outdoor School, Summer Day Camp, and Summer Overnight Camp programs.

What families say

“The work you are doing is fantastic. It allows for students who struggle in a traditional setting to shine in a different venue, interact with the environment, interact with counselors from different countries/cultures, and allows for some to disengage from the electronics they have come to rely on for entertainment.” — 4th Grade Science Teacher, The Shipley School

Last updated October 24, 2026.