The Northwest School Summer Camp

The Northwest School Summer Camp offers Summer Camp and Arts and Crafts for ages 10-16. Camp runs Monday-Friday, with daily blocks for 9:00-10:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 12:00-1:00 p.m., 1:00-2:30 p.m., and 2:30-4:00 p.m.; drop-off is 8:30-9:00 a.m. and pick-up is 4:00-4:30 p.m. Summer Camp costs $1,150 per session, with Day Camp at $675 and Boarding Camp at $2,950.

Programs

• Summer Camp — 10-16 · Monday-Friday · $1,150 per session · Day Camp; Half Day: $675; Boarding Camp: $2,950; Airport transport $100
• Arts and Crafts — 10-16 · Monday-Friday

At a glance

• Ages: 10–16 years old
• Price range: $1,150 per session
• General schedule: Camp runs Monday-Friday each week with no classes on weekends. Daily schedule: 8:30-9:00 a.m. drop-off; 9:00-10:30 a.m. Block 1; 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Block 2; 12:00-1:00 p.m. lunch and midday activities; 1:00-2:30 p.m. Block 3; 2:30-4:00 p.m. Block 4; 4:00-4:30 p.m. pick-up.

About the provider

The Northwest School Summer Camp was founded in 1980. The Summer Camp Director is Leilani Nussman, who is also the Summer Program & Extended Learning Director and an Assistant Coach for Varsity Volleyball and the JV Head Coach. Campers join from across Seattle, the U.S., and the world. The camp says international campers can make friends with local and regional campers, practice English, and experience American culture.

A $100 nonrefundable deposit per session per camper holds registration. Full payment is due June 1, 2026. Cancellations: before June 1 full refund minus deposit; after June 1 but more than two weeks before camp 50% refund; less than two weeks prior non-refundable. International campers do not need a student visa, and the Northwest School does not issue I-20s. All campers are required to have medical insurance. Campers are expected to maintain a healthy and collaborative atmosphere of respect.

What families say

“We tried a few other camps around the city, but Giselle learns so much here in each class.” — Kisaol M., Mom of Giselle (Summer camper, 2026)

“This was my first time at Summer Camp - and I really enjoyed it. It made me feel both challenged and happy.” — Christiano T. (International camper, Taiwan)

Last updated August 18, 2026.