Summer camp season in NYC fills fast — and if you are still searching in May or June, the programs you actually want are already closed. This guide covers the best summer camps in and around Greenwich Village and Lower Manhattan for 2026, what they cost, who they are for, and how to register before spots are gone.
What to Look For in an NYC Summer Camp
New York parents tend to be discerning about enrichment — and summer camp is no different. The questions worth asking before you register:
- What does my child actually do all day? Workshops with a tangible output (something built, cooked, designed, or coded) keep kids more engaged than passive observation or themed activity time.
- How many kids per instructor? The difference between 8 and 25 kids per adult is enormous. NYC summer camps range widely here — ask specifically.
- Who are the staff? Background-checked educators who work in schools year-round are different from seasonal hires recruited in April. Ask about instructor vetting and experience.
- Do I have to commit to the whole summer? Many NYC families have unpredictable summer schedules. Week-by-week enrollment is more flexible and lower-risk for a first-year camp.
- Where is it and how do we get there? Subway access matters in NYC. A camp your child can’t get to reliably is not a real option.
Kodely Summer Studio — Academy of Saint Joseph, Greenwich Village
Best for: Ages 4–13 who want to build, make, and create — not just watch.
Dates: June 29 – August 21, 2026 (8 weeks)
Location: 111 Washington Place, Greenwich Village, NYC
Subway: A/C/E/B/D/F/M to West 4th Street
Hours: 8:30am–3:00pm (extended care to 5:30pm available)
Kodely Summer Studio is a themed enrichment camp where kids build real things every week and take a finished project home every Friday. It runs at Academy of Saint Joseph in the heart of Greenwich Village.
Eight weeks, each with its own theme:
- Week 1 (Jun 29): Science — Flight School
- Week 2 (Jul 6): Entrepreneur — The Pitch Room
- Week 3 (Jul 13): Culinary — Taste Makers
- Week 4 (Jul 20): Environment — The Field Lab
- Week 5 (Jul 27): Design — Blueprint
- Week 6 (Aug 3): Game Design — The Maker Lab
- Week 7 (Aug 10): Biology — Body Lab
- Week 8 (Aug 17): Innovation — Fix the World
Pricing:
- Main Camp (Ages 6–13, full day): $599/week ($649 regular)
- Mini Makers Half Day (Ages 4–6, 8:30am–12pm): $299/week ($349 regular)
- Mini Makers Full Day (Ages 4–6, 8:30am–3pm): $499/week ($549 regular)
No multi-week commitment. Sibling discounts available. All staff NYS background checked. Max 8 kids per instructor.
Early bird pricing ends April 25 — save $50/week. Register on Sawyer here.
Other Summer Camps Near Greenwich Village
For families comparing options, here are other strong programs in or near the neighborhood:
NY Kids Club — Greenwich Village
An established NYC kids’ program with a Greenwich Village location. Offers themed creative activities, outdoor time, and structured play in an oversized gym space. All-day 8am–6pm with flexible drop-off/pickup. Ages 1–8. Good option for younger children who want more free-play structure.
Lavner Camps / Camp Tech Revolution — NYU, Greenwich Village
Tech-focused weekly camps running June 22–August 21 at NYU (right in the neighborhood). Programs include robotics, coding, game design, Minecraft, Roblox, AI, and 3D printing for ages 6–14. Strong option for kids specifically interested in technology and computing.
iD Tech at NYU
Coding and STEM camps at NYU for ages 7–17. Week-long sessions with options in Python, Java, Roblox coding, game design, and more. Higher price point (~$700–$1,000/week) but with strong brand recognition and experienced staff.
YMCA — NYC Branches
Multiple YMCA locations across Manhattan offer affordable summer day camp with swimming, STEM activities, and field trips. Good for families prioritizing value, social engagement, and variety across activities. Starts June 29, runs through August 21.
How to Choose the Right Camp for Your Child
A few practical filters that will narrow your choice fast:
| If your child is… | Look for… |
|---|---|
| Ages 4–6, not ready for full-day structured activities | Mini Makers Half Day (Kodely) or NY Kids Club — shorter sessions, play-forward environments |
| Ages 6–13 and wants to build, cook, or design physical things | Kodely Summer Studio — project-based, tangible outcomes every week |
| Specifically interested in coding and screen-based tech | Lavner/Camp Tech Revolution or iD Tech at NYU |
| Needs a full summer with flexible attendance | YMCA (two-week sessions) or Kodely (week-by-week, no full-summer commitment) |
| First time at summer camp, parents want small group size | Kodely (max 8 per instructor) — smaller groups reduce first-timer anxiety |
Register Before Spots Fill
NYC summer camps at quality venues with small group sizes sell out consistently. The best programs across the city are already filling for July and August 2026.
For Kodely Summer Studio specifically: early bird pricing ($50/week off) ends April 25. After that, prices increase and spots in the more popular themed weeks — Flight School (Week 1), Taste Makers (Week 3), and The Maker Lab (Week 6) — are likely to fill first.
Register for Kodely Summer Studio at Academy of Saint Joseph here.
Questions? Email operations@kodely.io.