ECS Summer Camps in Issaquah!
Summer at Eastside Community School is a time for creating, exploring, and connecting with new friends! Our camps are led by experienced Waldorf teachers, and are free from screens and distractions, allowing children to immerse themselves in activities that promote creativity and joy. Children are encouraged to explore, move, and play.
Our summer camps are designed to complement our school year programs, and are open to current students and the broader community.
Join us this summer!
Mulberry Mornings Camp Ages 3 - 6
Week One: June 29th - July 3rd, 9 AM to 1 PM
Week Two: July 6th - July 10th, 9 AM to 1 PM
Cost:
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$400/week
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$50 financial aid discount – current financial aid students only.
Mulberry Mornings is a joyful, nature-rich early childhood summer camp designed to give young children a gentle, playful start to their day—entirely outdoors, with shade provided. Rooted in Waldorf principles, each morning follows a comforting rhythm of “in-breath” and “out-breath,” balancing guided activities with plenty of open-ended free play to support healthy development, creativity, and social connection.
Mulberry Mornings is ideal for children who thrive outdoors and enjoy imaginative, hands-on experiences. Mornings flow naturally through structured activity and free play, snack, water play, lunch, story time, and a peaceful close to the day. With its warm atmosphere, thoughtful rhythm, and emphasis on play, nature, and meaningful skill-building, Mulberry Mornings offers a nourishing summer experience your child will look forward to each day. Please apply sunscreen prior to drop-off.
Each week offers its own special focus:
Week One: Culinary Discoveries
Week One invites children into hands-on cooking experiences such as making cucumber rolls, fruit leather, and fairy tea. Through chopping, rolling, tasting, and preparing wholesome organic foods, children build practical skills, explore sensory textures, and practice eating family-style, nurturing independence, cooperation, and community.
Week Two: Crafty & Curious
Week Two shifts the focus to art and crafts, giving children time to explore materials freely, get messy, and delight in the creative process.
Camp Info
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Campers must be potty trained and come prepared each day with a lunch, water bottle, backpack, water shoes, a change of clothes, and a sun hat.
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Both weeks your child should wear play clothes that can get messy!
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Snack provided (fresh fruit/veggies).
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Bring piece of un-cut fruit to share.
For questions contact Tanya Anderson.
Summer of Wonder Camp Ages 7 - 10
Age: For Rising Grade 2 to Grade 4 (ages 7 – 10)
Week One: June 29th - July 3rd
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Half Day: 9 AM to 1 PM
Week Two: July 6th - July 10th
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Half Day: 9 AM to 1 PM
- Full Day: 9M to 3PM
Cost:
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$400 a week for half day
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$600 a week for full day
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$50 financial aid discount – current financial aid students only
Week One: Treasure Maps
Week One invites campers into a world of mystery and adventure. Throughout the week, children will follow clues, crack riddles, hunt for hidden treasures, and create their own outdoor treasure hunt games and maps, inspired by real and legendary treasure stories from cultures around the world.
Week Two: Forest Friends & Fairy Houses
Week Two deepens children’s connection to nature through imaginative play, music, and hands-on crafts. Campers will build fairy houses, play nature-themed games, and delight in a special visit from some forest friends, all while spending the day immersed in the magic of the natural world.
Camp Info
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Bring packed lunch & water bottle.
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Snack provided.
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Please apply sunscreen prior to drop-off.
For questions contact Tanya Anderson.
Art Exploration Camp Ages 10 - 14
Age: For Rising Grade 5 to Grade 8 (ages 10 – 14)
One Week: June 29th - July 3rd
Time: 9 AM to 1 PM
Cost:
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$450/week
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$50 financial aid discount – current financial aid students only.
Art & Exploration Camp invites students into a rich, imaginative journey where art becomes a way to travel - both across the world and within. Each day, children “travel” through different lands, exploring the cultures, colors, landscapes, and stories that shape human experience, then express those impressions through a wide range of artistic mediums.
Campers will work with traditional art materials such as paint, chalk, oil pastels, and mosaics, while also experimenting outdoors, creating their own paints from natural materials, building nature sculptures, and drawing and painting directly from the world around them. Time spent outside is an essential part of the experience, with artmaking, observation, and meals all taking place in nature whenever possible.
Rooted in Waldorf-inspired teaching, this camp offers a taste of upper grades art through thoughtful lessons that weave together storytelling, rich history, and creative exploration. Each project is connected to real lived experiences and imaginative “inner travel,” encouraging students to picture life in other lands and cultures and bring those visions to life through their artwork.
Please apply sunscreen prior to drop-off. All art materials are provided. Art & Exploration Camp is a beautiful opportunity for children to deepen their creativity, cultural curiosity, and connection to nature through meaningful, hands-on art.
Camp Info
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Children should wear clothes they don’t mind getting dirty or painted on, along with layers and a sun hat.
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Bring packed snack, lunch, & water bottle.
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All art materials are provided.
For questions contact Tanya Anderson.