Programs & Camps

After School Enrichment Programs

• All Programs Run 7 Weeks
• Elementary & 6th Grade Center Programs: 3:45 PM - 5:30 PM
• Downingtown High School East Programs: 3:00 PM - 4:45 PM
• Families are responsible for pick up
• No cancellations after session start
• Needs-based scholarships available--contact Ronda Hamilton at RHamilton@DCEDF.org

Summer Camp — Learn, Create, Explore!

Each summer, DCEF offers hands-on enrichment camps that encourage students to learn, grow, and thrive beyond the classroom. Designed for grades 1–8, our programs invite children to explore new interests, develop creative skills, and have fun in a supportive environment led by certified DASD teachers.

From robotics, cooking, and film making to art, science, and design challenges, every camp experience blends discovery with imagination. Financial assistance and scholarships are available to ensure that every child can participate—because no student should miss out on learning opportunities that inspire confidence and curiosity.

All Camp programs are held Mondays thru Thursdays at Downingtown Middle School

Morning and Afternoon sessions are available

OR combine to create an All-Day experience (make sure to register for Add-on Lunch Supervision)

Camp Dates: week 1: June 15-18;   week 2: June 22-25;   week 3: June 29-July 2;   week 4: July 6-9;   week 5:  July 13-16;   week 6: July 20-23

RegistRATION 

Schedule of camp offerings by week.

Note: an x in a yellow box indicates class is offered. A blank box means class is not offered. 

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:  

• Full refunds are issued for camp sessions that are cancelled by DCEF in advance of the start date.
• DCEF follows DASD closure protocols. If DASD closes a school (power outage, weather, etc), DCEF's camp program will be cancelled that day. DCEF will make every effort to make up that day during the camp session.
• Up to 2 weeks prior to start of camp, refunds minus a $40 administration fee will be given. Written notice required.
• Less than 2 weeks and up to 1 week prior to start of camp, 50% credit will be applied to your account. Written notice required.
• No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations less than 1 week prior, no show or withdrawal from a program after the start of the camp.

Mobile Book Club — Where Reading Takes the Wheel

Each July, the DCEF Mobile Innovation Lab transforms into a rolling book adventure for students who’ve just completed kindergarten through fourth grade. The Mobile Book Club brings stories to life with hands-on reading activities, book challenges, and visits from local authors — all led by a DASD-certified reading specialist.

This free summer program helps students stay engaged and confident in their reading while connecting with friends across the community. Thanks to generous support from Krapf School Bus and DCEF, the Mobile Book Club travels to multiple locations each summer — because a love of reading should go everywhere kids do.

Saturdays in July
Lionville Elementary • Kerr Park • East Ward Elementary

Grade-Level Sessions
Kindergarten & Grade 1: 10:00–10:45 AM • Grade 2: 11:00–11:45 AM • Grades 3 & 4: 12:00–12:45 PM

🎁 Free books, rewards, and fun challenges!
🗓️ Registration opens early June