Philo Summer Enrichment Program

A calm, hands-on summer experience where curiosity leads, and learning feels alive. At Philo Summer Enrichment, learners spend their days outdoors exploring the farm, caring for animals, creating, building, and collaborating in a small-group environment designed for kindergarten through middle school.

Weekly Sessions | June 8 – August 7

Philo Summer Weekly Themes

Farm • Creativity • Exploration

Week 1 - Roots & Beginnings

This week introduces learners to the foundations of life on the land. Kids explore how plants grow, what seeds need to thrive, and how soil supports everything around us. Learners plant seeds, explore garden beds, and discover how healthy land supports animals, food, and ecosystems.
Week 2 - Farm & Field

A week focused on life around the farm. Learners help care for animals during daily chores and spend time observing and interacting with them. They learn about farm routines and the role animals play in agriculture while enjoying hands-on time with goats, chickens, and other animals.
Week 3 - Makers & Builders

This week is all about creating and building. Learners use tools, natural materials, and creativity to design and construct projects inspired by life on the farm. Activities may include building simple structures, crafting useful items, and learning how things are made.
Week 4 - Young Entrepreneurs

Learners explore creativity, problem-solving, and simple business ideas. Kids work together to create products, design small projects, and learn the basics of turning an idea into something real.
Week 5 - Wild Explorers

A week dedicated to outdoor adventure and discovery. Learners explore the natural environment, observe wildlife, and learn how ecosystems work. Activities include nature walks, discovery projects, and exploring the plants and creatures that share the land around us.
Week 6 - Food Forest & Farm Kitchen

Learners explore where food comes from and how it connects to the land. Kids harvest, prepare simple recipes, and learn about growing and using food from gardens and farms while discovering how plants support people and animals.
Week 7 - Curiosity Lab

This week focuses on experimentation and discovery. Learners explore science through hands-on activities, testing ideas and observing how things work through simple experiments and creative problem solving.
Week 8 - Adventure & Celebration

The final week celebrates exploration, creativity, and everything learners experienced throughout the summer. Kids participate in outdoor challenges, group activities, and memorable experiences that wrap up the summer with fun and teamwork.

Program Pricing

5-Day Enrollment (Mon–Fri) $275 per week

3-Day Enrollment (Tues–Thurs) $175 per week

Hours: 9:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Step Up for Students

Philo Learning Collective accepts Step Up for Students UA and PEP scholarships.

Families are responsible for submitting payments promptly following enrollment to ensure a spot. Timely payment secures placement in the program and allows us to plan staffing, materials, and activities effectively. Failure to submit payment may result in forfeiture of the reserved spot and possible placement on the waitlist.

Tuition is non-refundable two weeks prior to the program start date unless otherwise specified in your enrollment agreement.