Summer 2026 - Ages 6-11
A summer of stories, places, and ideas.
Journaling, world cultures, creative play, and real beach days - all in a calm Montessori-inspired rhythm.
Dates
Jul 6-30
Days
Mon-Thu
Hours
9am-2:30pm
Where
2934 Gerritsen Ave, 2nd floor, Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn
Four weekly themes
A new adventure every week.
Week 1 - Jul 6-9
All About Me & My World
Self-portraits, family stories, neighborhood maps, and a personal "All About Me" book.
Week 2 - Jul 13-16
Around the World Adventures
Pretend passports, flags, music, and a new country to "travel" to each day.
Week 3 - Jul 20-23
Oceans, Beaches & Nature
Ocean animals, shell art, weather talks - perfect tie-in to our beach days.
Week 4 - Jul 27-30
Creative Kids & Celebration
Storytelling, dance, festivals from around the world, and a final art showcase.
A gentle daily rhythm
A day at the camp.
Beach days on Wednesdays or Thursdays, weather permitting.
9:00-9:30
Arrival & Exploration
Puzzles, manipulatives, practical life.
9:30-10:30
Morning Circle & Journaling
Greetings, calendar, picture stories.
10:30-10:45
Snack Time
Healthy snacks and friendly chatter.
10:50-12:30
Outdoor Play & Lunch
Movement, fresh air, and lunch.
12:30-1:00
Quiet Time
Rest, reading, and a reset.
1:00-2:30
Country & Culture Study
Stories, art, music, traditions.
2:30
Story, Songs & Dismissal
A calm, happy goodbye.
Our camp goals
What kids take home.
Independence & confidence
Practical-life routines that build self-reliance.
Early literacy
Daily journaling, stories, and joyful conversation.
Curiosity about the world
Cultures, music, food, and traditions explored together.
Meet your guides
Warm, experienced, and deeply present.
Ms. Josie Reyes
Lead Montessori Guide
Ms. Josie is a Montessori-licensed educator with over 35 years of experience guiding children ages 6-12. She holds a Bachelor's in Education from St. Joseph's College and an Associate's in Early Childhood Education from Kingsborough Community College, along with her North American Montessori Center teaching license. A mother of four, she brings warmth, creativity, and deep expertise - from dynamic lesson planning to creative writing, poetry, art, and community building.
Ms. Ellen Yagnich
Assistant Guide & Camp Counselor
Ms. Ellen is studying Early Childhood and Special Education with a Neuroscience minor at CUNY Brooklyn College. She has tutored literacy and phonics from Pre-K through third grade, assisted kindergarten classrooms, and led "Around the World" cultural lessons and hands-on baking at past summer camps. Trilingual in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, Ellen adapts thoughtfully to every learner she meets.
Tuition
Simple, flexible pricing.
Early Bird - by May 30
Register & deposit by May 30
Per week
$475
Full month
$1,900
Published rate
After May 30
Per week
$525
Full month
$2,100
Deposit & payment
- $400 deposit per child secures the spot (applied to tuition)
- Balance due July 1
- 10% sibling discount on second child
- Enrollment confirmed by June 1
Refund policy
- Before June 1 - deposit fully refundable
- June 1-July 1 - tuition balance refundable; deposit non-refundable
- After July 1 - credit toward future Elements programming
Small group - 10 children maximum - If we don't reach our minimum group size, deposits are refunded in full.
Summer 2026
Save your child's spot.
Spaces are limited. Start registration here - we'll be in touch with next steps.
Questions? Email jenny@elementsworkspace.com or call 646-780-9062.