Summer Academic Enrichment
July 6th – 31st, 2026
Our academic programs help students prepare for the year ahead from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Focus is on Mathematics, Language Arts, Study Skills, and Writing.
These programs are designed for students whose primary language is English.
All Academic and Enrichment Programs can be combined with Half-Day Camp and Extended Care is available from 7:30AM – 6:00PM
Registration Opens Monday, March 23rd, 2026!
2026 Academic Programs
Junior Kindergarten
4-week program: $2,075
Entering Kindergarten
July 6th – 31st, 2026
8:45 – 11:30 am
RHCDS is offering our traditional Junior Kindergarten program as a four-week class for students
going into a full-time kindergarten program in the fall.
The Junior Kindergarten program will include:
- 2 hours each day of classroom instruction
- Small class sizes with a maximum of 12 students
- Daily Reading Instruction
- Daily lessons in hands-on mathematics
- Creative Play, Art & weekly theme-based projects
- Snack and recess time
Academic Summer School for Grades 1 – 3
4-week program: $2,075
July 6th – 31st, 2026
8:45 – 11:30 am
RHCDS is offering our traditional summer school program as a four-week class for students entering Grades 1 – 5 in the fall.
Academic summer school classes will include:
- 2.5 hours each day of classroom instruction
- Small class sizes with a maximum of 16 students
- Daily lessons in language arts, writing, and math
- Daily recess
Academic Summer School for Grades 4 & 5
4-week program: $2,075
July 6th – 31st, 2026
8:45 – 11:30 am
RHCDS is offering a four-week summer school program for students entering Grades 4 & 5 in the fall. The primary focus will be on math & creative writing.
Academic summer school classes will include:
- 2.5 hours each day of classroom instruction
- Small class sizes with a maximum of 16 students
- Daily lessons in math and creative writing
- Daily recess
Study Skills
4-week program: $2,075
For Children Entering Grades 6 – 8
July 6th – 31st, 2026
8:45 – 11:30 am
Academic Study Skills is a unique opportunity for intermediate school students to enhance their organizational and time management skills, while focusing on memory techniques as well as reading comprehension, problem solving strategies, and communication skills.
Week One: Creating a Learner Profile and Introduction to Executive Functioning Skills
(Understanding how we learn best, learning modalities, Multiple Intelligences; Creating SMART Goals)
(Executive Functioning Skills Focused on in Week One = Planning; Organization)
Week Two: Organization; Time Management; and Effective Note-Taking (Cornell Notes)
(Executive Functioning Skills Focused on in Week Two = Organization; Time Management; Task Initiation)
Week Three: Understanding Memory (Working Memory, Memory Techniques, and Metacognition) and Test Preparation
(Executive Functioning Skills Focused on in Week Three = Working Memory; Metacognition)
Week Four: Test Preparation and Test-Taking Strategies (Mind-mapping, graphic organizers, P.IR.A.T.E.S. technique)
(Executive Functioning Skills Focused on in Week Four = Self-Control; Flexibility; Perseverance)
Throughout each week, the students will be maintaining a digital portfolio of their work, and will also learn how to use technology to assist them in their learning.
Summer Camp
All Academic and Enrichment Programs can be combined with a half-day of camp. LEARN MORE ABOUT CAMP
Experium Science
Experium Science is a hands-on, lab-based science program for Kindergarten through 5th grade now located on Rolling Hills Country Day School’s Campus.
Experium Science offers a one-of-a-kind summer camp experience for young scientists to perform a variety of exciting experiments in subjects such as Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, and Physics. LEARN MORE ABOUT EXPERIUM
Technology for tomorrow
A summer experience with Technology for Tomorrow may be just what your child needs to prepare for the future! Our classes promote wonder, discovery, and love of coding in a fun and safe environment. LEARN MORE ABOUT TECHNOLOGY FOR TOMORROW
Extended Programs
AFTERNOON SWIM CAMP
Does your camper love to swim or need a little extra practice? Tested and grouped into their own skill level, campers will get a full hour in the pool. Swim Camp will provide small group lessons with our experienced instructors as well as free swim in our fully monitored pool.
AFTERNOON ART CAMP
Art Camp is a chance for children to express themselves through their own creative abilities. Our trained art instructors will guide and inspire campers through exciting projects in ceramic tile painting, clay modeling, acrylic and watercolor painting, pencil drawing and other mixed media.
EXTENDED CARE
Extended Care is available everyday! We offer morning extended care starting at 7:30am & afternoon extended care until 6pm. No need to sign up in advance since you are billed at the end of summer for the hours you used!
Melissa Sandoval
Director of Summer Programs
310-377-4848 ext. 7051
summer@rhcds.com
Please reach out with any questions!