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Rye Reads Learning Center
30 Elm Place/43 Theo Fremd
Rye NY
Big Summer Fun for Little Campers
Get ready for a boutique summer camp experience!
Our Summer Camp 2026 offers a fun, engaging, and nurturing camp experience designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children up to age 6. Each camp session encourages creativity, social development, teamwork, and confidence through hands-on activities and themed programming.
Enriching Activities for Young Children
Our boutique summer camp offers small groups, individual attention, and experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Campers enjoy creative arts, cooking, sensory play, animal encounters, and community adventures—all designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and joy.
With personalized learning, hands-on exploration, and intimate group settings, our camp creates a warm, supportive, and unforgettable experience loved by families across Rye and neighboring communities, where every child is seen, encouraged, and inspired.
Flexible Summer Camp Options
Choose from half-day or full-day summer camp, with flexible weekly and daily registration. Select the themed weeks your child loves or join for individual days that fit your schedule.
Daily Structure Designed for Little Learners
Each day our boutique, small-group camp balances fun, learning, and rest. Children enjoy personalized attention while exploring, creating, and playing. A typical day includes:
· Morning Circle: Songs and theme introduction
· Movement Burst: Dance, yoga, and indoor obstacle adventures
· Main Activity or Special Event
· Snack & Story: Tasty treats and Storytime
· Free Choice Centers: Hands-on play and exploration
· Quiet Time: Books, puzzles, and sensory fun
· Closing Activity: Show & tell and reflection
Every moment is designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Convenient Downtown Rye Locations
Camp runs Monday to Friday at both downtown Rye locations. Our small group sizes and experienced early childhood educators ensure personalized attention and a safe, supportive environment for every camper.
Toddlers – (18-24 months)/2s Camp Program
Half Day 9:00AM - 11:45AM $425
Extended Day for 2's only 9:00AM - 1:00PM $550
Daily Camp Rate based on availability $90/$125
Campers (aged 3/4 – 5/6)
Half Day 9:00AM - 11:45 AM / 12:00n – 2:45pm $375
Full Day 9:00AM - 2:45 PM $ 595
Extended Full Day 9:00am– 5:00 for 3/4 – 5/6 only $750
Daily Camp Rate based on availability $ 75/$125/$150
come for one or all camp weeks!
Week 1 | June 8–12: Defying Gravity
Take a magical journey inspired by Wicked! Kids sing, dance, and play as they explore what it feels like to “defy gravity,” with movement games, imaginative storytelling, and whimsical crafts. In small groups with individual attention, every child shines while discovering the magic of friendship, creativity, and joy in a week full of music, laughter, and preschool enchantment.
Week 2 | June 15–19: Once Upon a Time
Step into a storybook world! Preschoolers explore classic fairytales through dramatic play, storytelling, and crafts. Kids dress up, act out characters, and create magical scenes, building confidence, imagination, and social skills. In small groups with personalized attention, every child enjoys a week of enchantment, friendship, and playful storytelling that sparks curiosity and a love for reading.
Week 3 | June 22–26: Brush with Greatness
Campers become tiny artists exploring famous painters through hands-on art, crafts, and imaginative play. Kids experiment with colors, textures, and techniques while building creativity, self-expression, and confidence. In small groups with individual attention, every child discovers the joy of creating, experimenting, and celebrating their own masterpieces in a week of artistic wonder and playful learning.
Week 4 | June 29–July 3: Sticky Situations
Squish, squelch, and explore! Campers enjoy messy sensory activities, crafts, and playful experiments that spark curiosity and creativity. Kids engage in tactile fun while developing fine motor skills, problem-solving, and confidence. In small groups with individual attention, every child experiences a week of laughter, hands-on exploration, and messy, unforgettable preschool fun.
Week 5 | July 6–10: Ants in Your Pants
Week 6 | July 13–17: Don’t Let the Pigeon Go to Camp
Creepy-crawly adventures await! Preschoolers explore the world of bugs and insects through sensory play, crafts, and outdoor discovery. Kids learn about habitats, life cycles, and the wonders of nature while building observation skills, curiosity, and teamwork. In small groups with personalized attention, every child enjoys a week of wiggly, giggly insect fun designed just for young explorers.
Week 6 | July 13–17: Don’t Let the Pigeon Go to Camp
Week 6 | July 13–17: Don’t Let the Pigeon Go to Camp
Inspired by Mo Willems, preschoolers enjoy storytelling, dramatic play, and silly adventures with the beloved pigeon and friends. Kids create crafts, act out stories, and play games that encourage creativity, reading, and social skills. In small groups with individual attention, every child laughs, imagines, and explores a week of literary fun and friendship.
Week 7 | July 20–24: Christmas in July
Week 7 | July 20–24: Christmas in July
Bring the holiday magic to summer! We’ll enjoy festive crafts, imaginative play, and holiday-themed games. Kids sing, decorate, and celebrate in a joyful environment that encourages creativity, teamwork, and friendship. In small groups with personal attention, every child experiences a week of summer holiday cheer, laughter, and memorable fun.
Week 8 | July 27–31: Down to a Science
Week 7 | July 20–24: Christmas in July
Little scientists explore hands-on experiments, sensory activities, and playful discovery! Preschoolers investigate the world around them, sparking curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity. In small groups with individual attention, every child enjoys a week of scientific exploration, playful learning, and hands-on fun tailored for young minds.
Week 9 | August 3–7: K-Pop for Kids
Week 10 | August 10–14: Cotton Candy Crew
Preschoolers sing, dance, and move with K-Pop-inspired music, brain breaks, and fun movement games. Kids build confidence, coordination, and teamwork while participating in group dances, sing-alongs, and playful challenges. In small groups with personalized attention, every child shines during a week of energy, music, and pure preschool joy.
Week 10 | August 10–14: Cotton Candy Crew
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Week 10 | August 10–14: Cotton Candy Crew
Step right up! Preschoolers enjoy carnival-themed crafts, games, and activities that spark imagination and joy. Kids create colorful crafts, try fun challenges, and celebrate the magic of a summer carnival. In small groups with individual attention, every child experiences a week of laughter, friendship, and sweet, unforgettable fun.
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Preschoolers dive into hands-on art and creative play! Kids paint, sculpt, and craft while developing fine motor skills, self-expression, and confidence. In small groups with personalized attention, every child enjoys a week of colorful, messy, and joyful creations in a supportive and imaginative environment.
Week 12 | August 24–28: Jellyfish Junction
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Week 11 | August 17–21: Messy Masterpieces
Dive into underwater adventures! Preschoolers explore ocean life through crafts, sensory play, and imaginative games, learning about sea creatures and their habitats. In small groups with individual attention, every child enjoys a week of creative exploration, discovery, and magical under-the-sea fun.
Week 13 | August 31–September 4: Passport to Fun
Travel the globe without leaving camp! Preschoolers explore cultures, crafts, music, and games from around the world. Kids build curiosity, cultural awareness, and creativity while enjoying hands-on activities. In small groups with personalized attention, every child experiences a week of imaginative international adventures, friendship, and playful learning..
Read & Play the rye reads way
Pop up for one or every Saturday!
Join Rye Reads for a pop-up adventure designed for little readers! Each Saturday, we will enjoy a shared story, snack together, create a craft inspired by the book, and explore supervised learning and play that makes the story jump off the page. Session fee: $75.00 per session
Dragons Love Tacos - January 17th
January 17th
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
We’ll read Dragons Love Tacos, enjoy real tacos for snack, create a taco-themed craft, and explore fun, supervised learning and play that brings the story to life!
Grumpy Monkey - January 24th
January 24th
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Come read Grumpy Monkey and make banana pudding, create a fun monkey-themed craft, and enjoy supervised learning and play inspired by the story’s adventures
The Day the Crayons Quit - January 31st
January 31st
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Join us to read The Day the Crayons Quit, then create colorful crafts inspired by the story! Kids will explore supervised learning and play, expressing their creativity while having fun with friends.
Embrace a Unique Early Learning Experience
Welcome to Rye Reads, your premier choice for exceptional, independent early childhood education in the heart of downtown Rye, NY! With two convenient campuses, Rye Reads Learning Center and Rye Reads Academy, we offer a range of enriching programs for toddlers through 5-year-olds. Each campus provides unique options designed to engage young minds, encouraging creativity, curiosity, and foundational skills in a nurturing environment. Our dynamic, play-based curriculum fosters cognitive, emotional, and social growth, ensuring a well-rounded early education experience.
As an independent, secular academic program, we provide an environment that prioritizes all families. Our approach allows children to learn in a space that promotes critical thinking, open dialogue, and respect for all. Our curriculum is centered around the developmental needs of each child, fostering a love of learning. We are recognized for our smaller class sizes that offer personalized attention, flexible registration options to suit various family schedules, and an affordable tuition structure. Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes foundational skills, particularly in reading and literacy, while also incorporating engaging STEM activities, all within a safe, nurturing environment.
We are in the process of obtaining licensing to offer a full-day programs, which will be available by the start of the next school year. This will give parents greater flexibility in scheduling to suit your family’s needs while allowing your child to benefit from our enriching curriculum.
2025/26 SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
Monday - Friday
Half-Day Morning
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Half-Day Afternoon
12:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Full Day with Afternoon Adventure
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
We are a “Reggio” inspired program! In our toddler classroom, children develop their independence through fun learning experiences that promote independence, self-confidence and self-control. Our beloved and caring teachers guide toddlers through playful exploration while helping to establish crucial social-emotional skills.
2s Drop Off
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
Monday - Friday
Half-Day Morning
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Half-Day Afternoon
12:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Full Day with Afternoon Adventure
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
A special 2s Program for our youngest learners to develop a love of learning, develop a sense of independence and safety in separation. We’ll provide a safe, stimulating and loving classroom setting where we will work on independence – especially self-help and self-care. Each day we present a series of activities that will strengthen each child’s foundations skills including social, play and self- foundational skills include self-regulatory skills, Children are encouraged to explore their classroom environment with a variety of materials including clay, paint, play dough, sand and water.
3K Play-Based
Toddlers Drop Off (16-24m)
3K Play-Based
Monday - Friday
Half-Day Morning
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Half-Day Afternoon
12:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Full Day with Afternoon Adventure
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Designed to address developing skills in Language Arts/Reading Readiness, Mathematics, Science, Creative Arts, Physical Activity, Construction, Music and Socialization. Each session is structured to include free play, circle time, snack time and play. Children are encouraged to actively construct their ideas. During circle time, teachers engage students in activities that further their speaking and listening skill incorporating singing, rhymes, stories, games and much more. Snack time encourages independence by engaging in everyday activities like hand washing, setting the table, pouring their own drink.
4K/PreK
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
3K Play-Based
Monday - Friday
Half-Day Morning
9:00 am – 11:45 am
Half-Day Afternoon
12:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Full Day with Afternoon Adventure
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Rye Reads Learning Center offers a 4s PreK Program to compliment and extend any half-day PreK school day. Our unique program offers the smallest group size and teacher: student ratio to be found. We address developing skills in Language Arts/Reading Readiness, Mathematics, Science, Creative Arts, Physical Activity, Construction, Music and Socialization. Each session is structured to include free play, circle time, snack time and play.
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SATURDAY PRE-K
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
SATURDAY
NEW Winter Session Dates to be Announced!
9:00 am – 11:30 am
For Students aged 3+
Our Pre-K weekend program offers an enriching learning experience led by experienced early childhood instructors. With small group sizes and a comprehensive curriculum, the program prepares children for kindergarten by focusing on key developmental areas, including language arts, mathematics, science, creative arts, physical activity, and socialization. Structured sessions incorporate free play, circle time, and interactive activities, fostering both academic and social growth in an engaging environment.
Program Fee - $550.00
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
Stay for Lunch Bunch!
Extend your child’s day by joining us for a fun, social lunch program. Every day is a different experience! Parents provide lunch.
11:45 am -12:15 pm
Early Drop-off
EARLY DROP-OFF
Early drop-off is provided as a service to our parents needing to start their day early. Children are engaged in supervised play from 8:15 am to 9:00 am and then are escorted to their regular classrooms.