Curiosity Camps

Designed for curious, creative students entering grades 5–8, Shipley’s Curiosity Summer Camps offer a dynamic blend of technology, arts & crafts, and creative expression. Each week-long camp invites students to dive deeply into a specific area of interest—whether that’s coding an app, telling stories on stage or on the page, building robots, graphic design, or entrepreneurship.

These camps emphasize hands-on learning, collaboration, and experimentation, giving students the freedom to try new skills, refine existing passions, and discover unexpected interests. Led by experienced instructors, students work with professional tools and age-appropriate technology while developing creativity, confidence, problem-solving skills, and clear communication.

Shipley’s Curiosity Summer Camps provide an engaging, supportive environment where curiosity leads the way—and learning feels like discovery.

Shipley Curiosity Camps are being run by https://www.vineyardappcamp.com/.
Dates & Times:
Weeklong Sessions
June 22-July 24
(No Camp July 3 or week of July 13)

Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Fee:
$550/week
(week of June 29 $440)
Lunch included

Campers:
For students entering 5th - 8th
Open to Shipley and non-Shipley students

Questions:
Contact Shane Kinsella
skinsella@shipleyschool.org

Camps by Week

Week 1: June 22-26

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  • Coding: Build Your Own App

    Have you ever wanted to make your own websites and apps? In this hands-on coding and tech camp, you’ll learn the skills of a coder and the mindset of an entrepreneur through building apps - your own app and also an app for local nonprofits. You’ll build apps and games and work on real web apps. Previous students have been covered in multiple local news outlets for apps they've built for homeless shelters, veterinarians, and local climate nonprofits! 

    Students will need Chromebooks or Laptops.

Week 2: June 29-July 2

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  • Theater & Improv (Yes And)

    Do you love acting and want to learn how to improvise like a pro? Our Theater and Improv (Yes And) class is the perfect place to start! In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of improvisational theater and learn how to think on their feet. You'll develop your acting skills through fun exercises and games, as well as learn the art of "Yes And" – a technique that encourages collaboration and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned actor or a beginner, this class will help you develop your confidence and creativity on stage. We'll also get to do some stage design. No previous experience is necessary – just bring your willingness to play and have fun!

Week 3: July 6-10

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  • Hacking & Cybersecurity

    Have you ever wanted to be a hacker? Or wanted to learn how to code? On the Internet these days, it's important to understand how hackers work, so you can stay safe from them. In this specialty camp, you will learn how to hack through fun coding (and code-breaking) games. You’ll learn about the three main methods hackers use, hack fake websites we set up, and learn how to stay safe online. Get ready to have fun breaking things!

    Students will need Chromebooks or Laptops. Please note: iPads and other tablets do not work for this camp.  

Week 4: July 13-17

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Week 5: July 20-24

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  • Entrepreneurship

    Have you ever wanted to start your own business or website? In this camp for budding entrepreneurs, that’s exactly what you’ll do! You’ll work with a classmate to come up with a simple company idea, taking it as far as it will go before camp ends. You’ll create a business plan, enlist friends and family, and set up everything you need to be a junior entrepreneur: a first email address, a basic app or website, and a presentation. Ultimately, you’ll share your idea with friends and family, work hard to get a first customer, and present all your progress to the whole class. You’ll have a ton of fun and accomplish more than you ever have before!

  • Graphic Design

    Interested in drawing, art, or design? In this class, you’ll learn how to use your doodling skills for real, by doing design projects for local nonprofits or small businesses. You will learn how to make professional posters and art that people want to pay for, and you’ll ultimately design posters and ads for real organizations with good causes. Our students' work has been used in ads and online Instagram posts by the Special Olympics, Martha's Kitchen, and local shelters.

    Students will need Chromebooks or laptops - iPads are an option but don't work as well.

week 6: July 27-31

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Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Phone: 610-525-4300
Fax: 610-525-5082
The Shipley School is a private, coeducational day school for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students, located in Bryn Mawr, PA. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we develop within each student a love of learning and a desire for compassionate participation in the world.