Camp · Multi-Activity · Ages 6–18 · $420/week
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▌ Multi-Activity · Ages 6–18

New Roads School Summer Program

Santa Monica · $420/week · ★ 3.8 (21 reviews)

Offers a variety of academic, enrichment, and sports camps for students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

▌ Editor's read The New Roads School Summer Program website loads successfully, detailing a variety of day camps for K-12 students, including academic, enrichment, and sports options. The school itself, New Roads School, was founded in 1993 by David Monkarsh, indicating over 30 years of operation. The school's Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.7 stars based on 133 reviews, with parents frequently praising the school's inclusive environment and dedicated staff. The camp is not listed as accredited by the ACA. The program is run by New Roads School, making it a school-owned program. Social media handles found on the site are @newroadsschool for Instagram and NewRoadsSchool for Facebook. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for summer staff.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

New Roads School Summer Program is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. multi-activity programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Multi-Activity
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM for elementary. Middle school varies.
  • Address: 3131 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
  • Phone: (310) 828-5582
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Elementary $420/wk; Middle School courses $200-$540; High School College Essay $250/wk; AI Pioneers/Scholars $1,600 (2-wk)

↗ What parents like

  • Financial aid available
  • Variety of programs

↘ Watch for

  • Complex pricing structure

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: Yes
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about New Roads School Summer Program

What ages does New Roads School Summer Program accept?
New Roads School Summer Program is open to children ages 6–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does New Roads School Summer Program cost?
New Roads School Summer Program publishes $420/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are New Roads School Summer Program's hours?
New Roads School Summer Program runs 9:00 AM-3:00 PM for elementary. Middle school varies.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs New Roads School Summer Program?
New Roads School Summer Program is operated by a school program, with 30 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does New Roads School Summer Program provide lunch?
New Roads School Summer Program does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Does New Roads School Summer Program offer financial aid?
Yes — New Roads School Summer Program offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).

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