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A Private School for Two Year Olds to 5th Grade

Foster City, California

SUMMERS AT KC

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Elementary SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS

A Full Summer of Curiosity, Discovery, and Engagement!

Camp Coyote is a fresh take on summer—built around what families value most and what kids crave from their summer break.

 

Camp Coyote offers a full-day schedule and consistency families rely on, paired with expanded, more dynamic programming that gives campers greater choice and variety throughout the summer. From academic enrichment and creative exploration to immersive language experiences, Camp Coyote 2026 is designed to keep campers engaged, curious, and excited week after week.
 

Camp Coyote is for rising 1st to 5th grade students.

 

Looking for TK programming? Check out our Preschool Summer Programs!

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A Program Families Can Count On, A Summer Kids RAVE About!

Camp Coyote offers structure, care, and reliability families value most.

  • ONE PRICE, Full-Day Perks: 

    • 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m - extended care included at no additional cost

    • Daily Morning and afternoon snack

    • Supportive and nurturing staff

    • Weekly themes that bring new energy and adventures each week

    • Structured and engaging activities for all ages, building confidence and connection

  • Customizable and Flexible Options to fit your summer plans

    • 11 weeks of summer camp (Summer 2026) - sign up for the weeks that work with your family’s schedule. 

      • Sign up for all 11 weeks, the last week is free!

    • Available lunch options for purchase weekly, including ChoiceLunch and Pizza Fridays.

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Camp Coyote Daily Schedule

7:30 AM

Camp Opens - Morning Care Available

8:45 AM

Official Camp Check In

9:00 AM

Opening Ceremony - All Camp

9:30 AM

Activity Block 1

10:30 AM

Morning Snack & Group Huddle

10:45 AM

Activity Block 2

12:00 PM

Lunch & Outdoor Free Play

1:00 pM

Activity Block 3

2:00 PM

Afternoon Snack & Group Huddle

2:45 PM

Activity Block

3:45 PM

Afternoon Care & Closing Actvities

6:00 PM

Camp Closes for the Day - See you tomorrow!

Click here to download the Daily Schedule!

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Camp Coyote Highlights

(With expanded options planned for Summer 2026)
 
From our Core Activities to our Specialty Selections, Camp Coyote offers a range of thoughtfully designed programming options that allow campers to explore interests, build skills, and enjoy a summer experience that feels engaging and varied. 
 
Camp Coyote Core Activities:  Campers who are looking for their full day of fun start with our core offerings. We have robust daily activities that are designed to keep campers engaged at all times of day! These include:

  • STEM exploration and daily build challenges

  • Engineering, design, and problem-solving projects

  • Arts & crafts and creative design

  • Outdoor activities and movement-based experiences

 
Differentiated Age Groups: For the majority of a camp day, campers will be grouped with others in their grade/age group. This allows our staff to directly support and challenge campers throughout each activity in a developmentally appropriate way.

Customize Your Camper’s Day with Specialty Selections: Kids love the core of our program, and it is always exciting to try something new! With our Specialty offerings, you can select from a range of weekly options to amp up your child’s learning and exploration.
 
Specialty Add-On Schedule of offerings will be available in March 2026
 
KC Academy Classes: Taught by Kids Connection teachers, KC Academy offerings provide focused learning opportunities in a summer-friendly format. More than just “summer school”, these classes allow campers to strengthen skills, explore new academic areas, or engage in enrichment connected to KC’s instructional approach.
 
Examples may include:

  • Academic refresh or skill-building - Math, Language Arts, Social Studies

  • Enrichment-based learning aligned with KC curriculum

  • Small-group instruction designed to feel engaging and motivating


Enrichment Workshops: Choose from a selection of classes and activities with a specific focus. These are offered weekly throughout the summer, and are available as an enhancement to your campers day.

Some of the class options include:

  • STEM workshops such as robotics, chess, science

  • Arts programs such as visual arts, theater, dance

  • Movement-based experiences - soccer, basketball, yoga
     

Enrichment Workshop offerings will be announced as Summer 2026 programming is finalized.
 
KC Chinese School (KCCS) Immersion Program:  Give your student the immersive experience at a KC Chinese School (KCCS) during the summer. This program is conducted fully in Mandarin, so familiarity with the language is required.
 
When selected, the KCCS option provides:

  • Half-day Mandarin immersion

  • Language learning through conversation, activities, and cultural exploration

  • Instruction led by the KCCS teaching team


This option allows campers to continue Mandarin learning during the summer while remaining part of the broader Camp Coyote experience.

Specialty Add-On Schedule of offerings will be available in March 2026

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Weekly Themes: A Summer Full of New Adventures

Families can curate a customized week-to-week camp experience, combining options that best fit their child’s interests—while maintaining the consistency, care, and full-day coverage Camp Coyote provides.

Weekly themes remain a cornerstone of Camp Coyote, guiding activities, projects, challenges, and special events throughout the summer. These themes help create shared experiences and ensure that no two weeks feel the same.

A detailed Summer 2026 theme lineup will be released with enrollment information.

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Embark on an epic adventure of extreme exploration at KC Camp Coyote! Step into the shoes of daring explorers via land, sea, sky and beyond! From deep outer space to high-flying aviation projects, this week promises an exhilarating exploration of our world and beyond. Join us for a week filled with discovery, curiosity, and the thrill of venturing into the unknown!

 

Please note, camp will be closed on June 19th in honor of Juneteenth.

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KC’s Camp Coyote is Going Green for a fun-filled week focused on nature and sustainability! Campers will explore local and national parks, study animal adaptations, and learn how ecosystems work. They’ll also create art and crafts using recycled materials while building environmental awareness. It’s a hands-on, eco-friendly experience that helps kids connect with and care for our planet. Don't miss out on this enriching and eco-friendly camp experience!

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It's summer carnival time at KC! Campers will enjoy all the sights and sounds of their very own week long carnival - from designing classic carnival style games to testing out tasty treats, campers will immerse themselves in the classic summer time experience!

 

Please note, camp will be closed on July 3rd in honor of Independence Day.

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Get creative with insanely cool science experiments turned masterpieces! Campers will adventure through different types of chemical reactions and science techniques to produce incredible works of art. From Growing a Rainbow to pop rocket murals, campers will create unique works of art through science exploration!

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Join us for an exciting week of cinematic adventures at Camp Coyote! Explore the history and styles of movies while discovering what it takes to create a blockbuster. Through hands-on projects, they’ll write their own scripts, bring imaginative stories to life, and design a mini movie theater complete with an iconic concession stand. Get ready for a week filled with cinematic creativity and movie magic! 

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Wacky Science Week is packed with bubbling experiments, colorful reactions, and hands-on discovery! Campers will mix, test, and explore chemistry through fun activities like slime-making, foam reactions, and color-changing experiments. Along the way, they’ll think like real scientists—making predictions, testing ideas, and sharing results. It’s a high-energy week of curiosity, creativity, and scientific fun.

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Throw on your jerseys and stretch those muscles, it's time for Sports Week at KC's Camp Coyote! Throughout the week, our young champions will dive into the thrilling world of sports - the artistry, the science, the history and the games themselves! Campers will have the chance to try their hand at a wide array of athletic offerings - fostering teamwork, athleticism, and a love for the game. Don't miss out on this action-packed week celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship and physical activity!

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Construction Zone Week is where young builders roll up their sleeves and bring big ideas to life! Campers will design blueprints, construct towers and bridges, and test their structures against real-world challenges like weight limits and earthquakes. Through hands-on engineering and creative building, kids learn how problem-solving, teamwork, and design go hand in hand. It’s a week of building, testing, rebuilding—and having a blast doing it.

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Camp Coyote transforms into the happiest place on earth, where the magical world of Disney comes to life! From animation academy to costume and character design your child will get a taste of the journey to on screen Disney Productions. But we won't stop there - we take Disney to the next step by immersing ourselves in the design of our own Disneyland-themed experiences - from building the iconic castle to designing merchandise and Main Street USA, campers will have a blast stretching their imaginations to new heights. With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a dash of imagination, our campers will explore the enchanting world of Disney, making cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on the magic and Disney-themed fun!

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Science of Superheroes Week turns amazing powers into real-world discoveries! Campers will explore the science behind super strength, speed, and senses through hands-on experiments and engineering challenges. They’ll design their own superhero identities, create gadgets, and test their skills in fun obstacle courses and missions. It’s a high-energy week where science meets imagination—and every camper becomes a hero.

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Take off on an exhilarating, twisty-twirly journey into the world of roller coasters at KC Camp Coyote! Discover the science and engineering behind these thrilling contraptions, and work with a team to design and create roller coasters. of different sizes! At the end of the week, campers will showcase their roller coaster creations at the Camp Coyote Coaster Convention! It's sure to be a fast-paced, wild week of imagination, design, and iteration you won't want to miss!

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Who Camp Coyote Is For

Camp Coyote is designed for campers who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade and is open to both Kids Connection campers and campers from other schools.
 

Flexible weekly enrollment allows families to build a summer schedule that works for them.

For younger campers, including incoming Kindergarteners, Kids Connection offers a Preschool Summer Program designed specifically for early learners.

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Tuition & Camp Details

We offer both week-long and daily drop in rates for camp. Each rate is inclusive of all core activities, a daily morning and afternoon snack, and AM & PM extended care!

 Camp Coyote Summer Tuition & Program Flyer

*Prorated rates for 4 day camps available the weeks of June 16th and June 29th.

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Registration & Sign-Up

Summer Camp registration is managed through our Campium system. 

Registration for Summer 2026 is now open:

A Summer That Grows With Your Child

At Camp Coyote, summer is a time to explore interests, build confidence, try new experiences, and stay connected to a community that values both learning and joy.
 
With refreshed programming, flexible options, and full-day care built in, Camp Coyote 2026 offers a summer experience that feels engaging, intentional, and anything but stale—while still delivering the consistency families depend on.

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PRESCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

Summer at Kids Connection Preschool is a time of adventure, exploration, and discovery! Our summer program blends the joy of summer with continued learning, providing children with a dynamic and engaging experience. Each week is themed, filled with hands-on activities, creative projects, and interactive learning that keep young minds growing while having tons of fun! Children enjoy a mix of art, drama, sports, science, cooking, and special events, along with exciting water play days, outdoor picnics, and many more exciting activities. 

Our Kindergarten Prep Summer Program offers an enriched experience designed to help children transition smoothly to kindergarten. In addition to our fun weekly themes, campers who have just completed Pre-K and TK will participate in STEM activities, field trips, guest presentations, and hands-on projects that build independence and confidence for their next big step.

At Kids Connection Preschool, our play-based, creative, and nurturing approach continues into the summer—only with even more opportunities to explore, imagine, and discover!

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Summer Preschool Enrollment Options

Current Families: Families enrolled during the school year can prorate up to four weeks off for summer vacations while maintaining their enrollment for September.

 

New Families: Families interested in joining just for the summer are welcome to enroll on a weekly or monthly basis.

For more details on how to join our Summer Program, Contact Us today!

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