Discovery Day Camps (K to Grade 10)
Registration for all 2025 Hilltop Summer Discovery Day Camp Programs will open on January 20, 2025!
Join us for summer fun!
Pickering College has a long history of providing exceptional experiential education to its students and we are proud to extend these enriching opportunities to your child through our Hilltop Summer Discovery Programs. Held at both our main campus and our outdoor education campus, the Blue & Silver Farm, our summer programs are designed to inspire and engage campers in a dynamic and immersive environment.
Our summer camp offerings, available to children entering Kindergarten through Grade 10, combine nature-based activities, sports, games, arts, STEM challenges, and leadership development, creating a well-rounded experience that fosters growth, creativity, and connection. We look forward to an unforgettable summer of exploration and discovery!
For more information please email summercamps@pickeringcollege.on.ca
What Do We Offer?
Discovery Camp (For students entering Kindergarten through Grade 2)
In Discovery Camp, campers are placed in cabin groups of no more than 8 children, ensuring personalized attention and a close-knit environment. Each group engages in a variety of age-appropriate activities led by expert specialty instructors in areas like Sports, STEM, and the Arts. Campers can look forward to exciting daily activities, such as our morning pump up, scavenger hunts, water play and full camp dodgeball/soccer.
Every week, campers will enjoy an adventure at Pickering College’s outdoor education campus, Blue & Silver Farm, where they’ll participate in fun, nature-based programming designed to spark curiosity and creativity.
Discovery Camp with Specialty Focus (For students entering Grades 3 through 5)
Similar to our younger Discovery Camp, in addition to the core activities, campers will choose a specialty focus each week to immerse themselves in for half the day. Electives include options like Design & Create, Sports, Culinary Arts, Outdoor Education, Drama & Dance and Robotics & Coding ensuring that there’s something both active and creative for every child. Each week, campers will build new skills, enhance existing ones, and explore a variety of exciting programs, with a curriculum tailored to their age and developmental needs.
Every week, campers will also visit Blue & Silver Farm for enriching outdoor experiences.
Leadership & STEM Camps (For students entering Grades 6 through 8)
Our hands-on STEM camp offers middle schoolers the chance to explore exciting fields like robotics, coding, engineering, and environmental science. Through fun, interactive projects and teamwork, campers will develop problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.
Weeks Offered
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Week 5: July 14-18, 2025
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Week 7: July 28-August 1, 2025
In Leadership camp, campers will engage in hands-on leadership development through activities like designing leadership games, creating personal fitness plans, and participating in outdoor adventures such as treetop trekking and rock climbing. They’ll refine their skills by leading younger campers and reflecting on their growth as leaders throughout the camp experience. This camp focuses on building essential leadership skills through team-building exercises, problem-solving tasks, and confidence-boosting activities designed to inspire future leaders.
Both camps offer immersive learning experiences designed to spark passion and growth in young minds.
Weeks Offered
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Week 1: June 16-20, 2025
- Week 6: July 21-25, 2025
Leaders in Training (LIT) Camp (For students entering Grades 9 and 10)
LIT campers will spend their mornings developing core leadership skills such as communication, conflict resolution, teamwork and responsibility. Through hands-on experiences and leadership training, they’ll gain valuable insight into what it takes to lead effectively.
Throughout the program, LIT campers will actively participate in planning, organizing, and facilitating activities for younger campers. They will work alongside experienced counselors and instructors, receiving continuous feedback and honing their leadership abilities.
LIT campers will also earn community service hours for their contributions, further enhancing their leadership journey.
Weeks Offered
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Week 1: June 16-20, 2025
- Week 4: July 7-11, 2025
2025 Discovery Day Camp Schedule (Kindergarten to Grade 10)
Week 1 | June 16-20, 2025
Week 2 | June 23-27, 2025
Week 3 | July 1-4, 2025*
Week 4 | July 7-11, 2025
Week 5 | July 14-18, 2025
Week 6 | July 21-25, 2025
Week 7 | July 28 - August 1, 2025
Week 8 | August 5-8, 2025*
Each week, campers will travel to Pickering College's outdoor education campus, Blue & Silver Farm, for fun and engaging programming.
*This week camp is operating four days rather than five due to a statutory holiday. Prices are adjusted accordingly.
Day Camp Hours of Operation
Drop off window is between 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Pick up window is between 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Our aftercare program runs from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., for an additional cost.
Day Camp General Inquiries
- What does a typical day at camp look like?
- What is your refund policy?
- How can I tell if a camp week is full?
- Are lunch and snacks provided?
- What is the latest date I can register?
- How can I get a hold of the camp office?
- What are the camp office hours?
- When does registration open?
- Do you prorate weeks?
- Can my child be placed in the same group as siblings and/or friends?
- What happens if my child is sick and unable to attend camp?
- My child lost their towel and hat. Is there a lost and found?
- What do the campers do if it is too hot to be outside?